Dear guests, dear audiophiles, dear curious minds, dear people with open ears
A sense of openness, curiosity, and a sharpened awareness of the boundary between what is and what is to come: the 16th edition of the SONOHR Radio and Podcast Festival is dedicated to the theme Horizon. As always, the focus is on audio-based storytelling in dialogue with the present moment. Together, we aim to expand our ear-horizon—to discover compelling national and international voices: in the eleven nominated works of the competition, in ten short audio pieces, in listening sessions and live performances, as well as in discussions, talks, and workshops featuring outstanding guests.
The horizon is not only a space of complexity and multiplicity; in simpler terms, it is also a line that connects us. Creating and listening together on site, exchanging ideas, and addressing working conditions in the audio field in Switzerland and across Europe are central concerns for us. Especially now, as the podcast boom is visibly slowing down. Especially now, as one-dimensional politics are growing ever louder. Especially now, it feels crucial to make diverse voices heard—sensory, authentic, and distinct. To come together across linguistic and national borders. To listen beyond our own horizons.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Your SONOHR team
The SONOHR radio & podcast festival is a three-day celebration of creative documentary and fictional audio stories that are rich in sound, and an event which also allows for an active exchange between authors and the audience. We offer the unique experience of enjoying thrilling radio dramas, intriguing documentaries, experimental sound art or interactive audiowalks together with friends and like-minded people in high-quality sound and in the comfortable setting of a cinema.
Our selection includes a national competition as well as outstanding and innovative audio creations from around the world. The side program offers opportunities to various forms of listening and discusses new developments in the field.