In a critique of Das Leben der Anderen (The Lives of Others) Slavoj Žižek asserts that "in all known cases of a married couple where a spouse betrayed a partner, it was always a man who became an informant." Famously, Ulrich Mühe, star of Das Leben der Anderen, asserted that his ex-wife spied on him for Stasi, though both the ex-wife and her supposed Stasi superior denied this. Other than that case, are there any examples of East German wifes informing on their husbands for Stasi?
posted by Kattullus on Nov 9, 2009 - 3 answers

What tasty foods should an adventurous vegetarian eat in the UK and Western Europe? [more inside]
posted by embrangled on Oct 24, 2009 - 22 answers

Berlin-Filter: mandatory car emissions sticker stuck in post... [more inside]
posted by runincircles on Oct 21, 2009 - 7 answers

Hi, I'm going to be in the Munich area over the holidays and I want to find a place to hang out and drink. I've lived there already and I'm over the typical Bavarian biergarten/hall scene. Ideally, I'm looking for somewhere cozy and student oriented, good music playing (indie, downtempo, alternative hip-hop etc) and good, natural lighting for people watching. 100 super bonus points if their beer of choice is Augustiner!!! Thank you!!!!!
posted by badish on Oct 19, 2009 - 4 answers

If you were giving a crash course on the history of Berlin 1933-1990, and you were limited to just a couple films, which ones would you assign? Documentaries preferred, and they must have some kind of English language option. [more inside]
posted by Beardman on Oct 15, 2009 - 5 answers

How do I get from Berlin Schönefeld Airport to Alexanderplatz late at night? [more inside]
posted by maryrosecook on Oct 14, 2009 - 11 answers

Talented, creative, experienced (but mostly non-German-speaking) Canadian digital artist looking for postproduction/retouching work in Berlin. Got any leads or advice for my girlfriend? [more inside]
posted by freudenschade on Oct 5, 2009 - 0 answers

In Berlin, what's the best computer shop with good prices and a wide selection of products? The prices seem to suck here. I need to buy a couple of 1.0 or 1.5TB USB2.0+IEEE1394B external HDDs and some 16GB SDHC cards in the next few days. Near Aleskanderplatz if possible. [more inside]
posted by thewalrus on Sep 13, 2009 - 4 answers

We will be in Berlin from this Saturday until Wednesday. Please recommend a cabaret-type performance that will be comprehensible to non-German speakers, is not overly risque, and will make for a fun evening.
posted by Xalf on Sep 11, 2009 - 1 answer

Seeking tips/advice for a trip to Oktoberfest (and surrounding area) for 2010. [more inside]
posted by gummo on Sep 3, 2009 - 8 answers

I'm preparing for a massive personal archiving/interviewing trip with my grandparents and need advice regarding many aspects of the project. [more inside]
posted by ikahime on Aug 18, 2009 - 8 answers

GuitarFilter! I'm going to Mexico in september and i want to buy a guitar. Coming from Germany, are guitars much cheaper there? I specifically want to buy a Taylor Baby guitar (280 euros in germany), or should i buy a handmade one that mexico is so famous for? :p
posted by freddymetz on Aug 12, 2009 - 4 answers

I had some very tasty organic been in Germany years ago. It was brewed by Rother Bräu, and was either the Öko Urtrunk, Öko Ur-Weizen or the Öko Ur-Pils. I may have even tried all three at various times. I'd love to be able to track down any (if not all three) of these in the US. How do I do this? [more inside]
posted by piratebowling on Aug 5, 2009 - 4 answers

Renting a carseat in Nuremburg, Germany without renting a car. Anyone with knowledge about this? [more inside]
posted by dublin on Jul 27, 2009 - 8 answers

I just finished reading Hunting Eichmann and am wondering if any MeFites could recommend any other popular nonfiction books on Nazi Germany, Hitler, war criminals, etc. I don't do huge tomes well (400 pages or less!). The only other books I have read are MAUS and Explaining Hitler. Thanks for your input. So much out there...don't know where to begin. Probably the more well known the better as they may be available at my library.
posted by snap_dragon on Jun 28, 2009 - 17 answers

What's the best option for shipping several boxes of household items from Canada to Germany? [more inside]
posted by freudenschade on Jun 17, 2009 - 12 answers

Can anyone recommend good books (fiction or non-fiction) that take place in East Germany before the fall of the Berlin Wall?
posted by comfortinsound on Jun 16, 2009 - 15 answers

What online company should I use to purchase travel insurance that meets the Schengen visa requirements? [more inside]
posted by wigner3j on Jun 16, 2009 - 4 answers

I'm going to be visiting Cologne, Germany on a research trip at the end of the month-- how should I dress? [more inside]
posted by RedReplicant on Jun 10, 2009 - 4 answers

I arrive in Frankfurt next Sunday. I leave Frankfurt in the beginning of August. I will not be in Frankfurt in the meantime. Where do I keep my stuff? [more inside]
posted by trouserlouse on Jun 10, 2009 - 4 answers

A weekend in Hamburg, with two parts to it - what's worth doing and seeing? [more inside]
posted by Happy Dave on May 18, 2009 - 4 answers

I need information regarding the German dental costs to non-resident European nationals, with a EU health card but no German health insurance. [more inside]
posted by Planet F on May 18, 2009 - 4 answers

Stuttgart for a day. [more inside]
posted by zabuni on Apr 30, 2009 - 9 answers

My wife and I are looking for recommendations on what to see and where to go on a three-to-four day trip to Germany. More details inside. [more inside]
posted by chrisamiller on Apr 30, 2009 - 23 answers

Where can I find a cheap, tiny TV in NRW, Germany? [more inside]
posted by ElectricBlue on Apr 17, 2009 - 4 answers

How realistic is it for me to go live and work in Germany six months from now, currently knowing little German? [more inside]
posted by exquisite_deluxe on Apr 9, 2009 - 9 answers

What applications/software for your mobile device did you find useful/essential for travelling? [more inside]
posted by zaebiz on Mar 31, 2009 - 2 answers

Will be in Berlin at the beginning of September with nearly 5-year-old son. What family activities you would recommend?
posted by lgandme0717 on Mar 23, 2009 - 5 answers

Painting ID question with hilariously scant details. [more inside]
posted by saladin on Mar 20, 2009 - 4 answers

Traveling around Germany for a week: should I do Düsseldorf or not? [more inside]
posted by bluestocking on Mar 13, 2009 - 13 answers

I want to get married. Is there a European Las Vegas? [more inside]
posted by creasy boy on Feb 18, 2009 - 7 answers

What are the best MeFi-, Robotwisdom-, Agonist-like weblogs from Germany and in the German language ? A previous thread gave me some links, but i do not care for them and they were not in the same league as the blogs mentioned above.
posted by Substrata on Feb 14, 2009 - 3 answers

Does anyone recognize this book about a girl living in Nazi Germany? [more inside]
posted by Parasite Unseen on Feb 6, 2009 - 7 answers

[FoodFindFilter] Where can I purchase German candy manufactured by Hitschler called "Sowas" in the Seattle area or online? [more inside]
posted by karizma on Feb 5, 2009 - 8 answers

Thanks to an airline mix-up, I will be in Munich for one day before flying back to the States. Help me plan a fun day. [more inside]
posted by foxy_hedgehog on Jan 27, 2009 - 12 answers

Family members who will be visiting me in Amsterdam in April have requested that we spend a day in Germany. What cool stuff can we do in northwestern Germany, fairly close to the Dutch border? [more inside]
posted by transporter accident amy on Jan 26, 2009 - 15 answers

Please help with translating this ship manifest. [more inside]
posted by snugglebunny on Jan 8, 2009 - 8 answers

My girlfriend and I are going to be living in berlin for the next 5 months, and we're going to want to grab german SIM cards. I'm having a hard time however finding any useful information. [more inside]
posted by cmyr on Jan 6, 2009 - 9 answers

I'm looking for a specific website that I used to visit which listed clubs/shows in Germany. [more inside]
posted by helios on Dec 23, 2008 - 1 answer

Help me find this German (?) music video! [more inside]
posted by jschu on Dec 21, 2008 - 7 answers

is there anything special I need to bring back from Berlin to Canada for myself? [more inside]
posted by miles1972 on Dec 9, 2008 - 17 answers

I will need a mobile phone in Germany for a two week trip, but need the number NOW; what are my options and how does that translate to SIM / top-up jargon? [more inside]
posted by intermod on Dec 9, 2008 - 7 answers

If you had a very strong incentive to invest money before the end of the year with a 30-year outlook, and a further strong incentive to not adjust your investment strategy over that timeframe unless absolutely necessary, what kind of portfolio would you assemble? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 5, 2008 - 15 answers

Do I need a permit to busk in Germany? [more inside]
posted by mannequito on Dec 4, 2008 - 2 answers

I'm making Thanksgiving dinner with my American friend for her German host family. We want to share a little of our American "Thanksgiving culture" with them. My family in Maine always gets Indian carryout. What to do? [more inside]
posted by comfortinsound on Nov 23, 2008 - 12 answers

Why do cities and countries have such vastly different names in different languages? [more inside]
posted by yellowbinder on Nov 23, 2008 - 11 answers

I'm in Germany for the next few months. Had one of my hard drives shipped to me by a friend so I could get to some of my files. DHL have it now and won't give it to me without a fee and a receipt! What's up with that? [more inside]
posted by mooza on Nov 4, 2008 - 11 answers

I moved to Germany and then moved back to the USA after three weeks. While I was there, I signed up for a two year T-Mobile iPhone contract, because at the time I thought I was staying in Germany. Now I am stuck with an expensive 2 year contract that I can't use. [more inside]
posted by Witherwings on Oct 23, 2008 - 11 answers

What should I bring my girlfriend back from Germany? [more inside]
posted by miles1972 on Oct 15, 2008 - 35 answers

What is there to do in Pforzheim, Germany? [more inside]
posted by comfortinsound on Oct 12, 2008 - 3 answers