We’re continuing with the stories about Luxembourgish Nobel Prize winners: Gabriel Lippmann can proudly claim the title of one of the pioneers bagging the award in 1908 – for figuring out how to reproduce colours in photos using a special effect called interference. But that’s not all. Before his big breakthrough, Lippmann made some fascinating discoveries in physics, including how electricity and tiny capillary tubes work together. This led him to invent the Lippmann electrometer, which was actually used in the very first ECG machine! His story shows that sometimes, life leads us in surprising directions, guiding us from what we think we want to what we were meant to do all along.

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Bourgmeisterin Episode #44: Gabriel Lippmann, part 1

From getting screwed over by the Lumière brothers to winning a Nobel prize to playing match maker for Marie Curie: Gabriel Lippmann – a genius is a genius in everyting✨

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Bourgmeisterin Episode #44: Gabriel Lippmann, part 2

In the golden era of radio, there was a bloke whose voice connected worlds – Australia, the UK, and little Luxembourg. Barry Alldis wasn’t just any DJ. He turned Radio Luxembourg into a must-listen for music lovers across Europe. For many people at that time, Alldis was Radio Luxembourg.

Back in the 50s and 60s, when the UK’s airwaves were a bit... boring, Radio Luxembourg was the rebel, blasting the hottest tunes. And Barry? He was the smooth-talking legend behind the mic, making every song feel like a personal dedication. Want to know how an Aussie ended up as the voice of Europe? Tune in! 😉

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Bourgmeisterin Episode #45: Barry Alldis, part 1

Barry Alldis wasn’t just about spinning records – he was a storyteller with a flair for the unexpected. One minute, he’d be dropping the latest hit, and the next? A dramatic tale about a Luxembourgish prince dueling over a plate of Judd mat Gaardebounen.
His shows weren’t just about music: they were an adventure – packed with bizarre trivia, over-the-top jingles, and that signature charm that made listeners feel like part of a secret club. Whether in the UK or Luxembourg, his voice built bridges, proving that music knows no borders.
So, here's to you, Barry Alldis – thanks for the memories and the music. We'll keep spinning those records in your honor, mate.

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Bourgmeisterin Episode #45: Barry Alldis, part 2

Alrighty, guys, things are getting political… sort of! 😁 Luxembourg’s constitutional journey is like trying on outfits – they just couldn’t find the right fit at first. From 1815 to 1868, they tried on five different “constitutional looks,” but only the last three felt truly Luxembourgish. This story is more than just politics; it’s about a nation finding its identity amidst the chaos of history. 

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Bourgmeisterin Episode #46: Constitution of Luxembourg, part 1

Alrighty folks, time for the glow-up of all glow-ups! ✨

In 1868, Luxembourg said au revoir to the power-hungry vibes of 1856 and embraced a sleeker, freer version of its constitution. With the German Confederation gone and the London Conference confirming independence and neutrality, it was time for a serious upgrade. Enter: the Constitution of 1868 – not a total rewrite, but a remix that hit all the right notes 🎶🇱🇺

Luxembourg officially became indivisible and eternally neutral, the Chamber of Deputies got a power boost, and freedoms like press and assembly stepped into the spotlight. The monarchy? Still there, but the people were finally taking center stage.

This revamp didn’t just change laws – it changed the game. And guess what? It's still standing strong today, proving that a good constitutional outfit never goes out of style.

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Bourgmeisterin Episode #46: Constitution of Luxembourg, part 2

From royal heir to political exile, William's life was anything but ordinary. Imagine navigating international politics, revolutions, and wars without instant communication – William did just that through 18 years of intermittent exile! This episode explores his dramatic return to power after Napoleon's defeat, his visionary yet turbulent reign from 1815 to 1840, and how his abdication set Luxembourg on a path toward nationhood. Tune in for a lively, insightful look into the man whose complex legacy shaped an entire country's destiny.

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Bourgmeisterin Episode #47: William I of the Netherlands, part 1

Labour Day? It's Legacy Links Day – tadaaa! The first of its kind😄

Each episode will be linking a historical figure from Luxembourg’s past to someone working in the same field today, and the connection between these two women is pretty phenomenal.

Lilian Steichen, the sister of the world famous photographer Edward Steichen who emigrated with their parents from Luxembourg at the end of 1800s, was a pioneer in sustainable agriculture, introducing goat dairy farming to the U.S. and advocating for its health benefits at a time when it was not widely accepted. Her work emphasized the importance of natural food sources, gut health, and self-sustaining farming. 
Similarly, Samantha Dula’s dedication to beekeeping follows a parallel path – promoting natural, sustainable food production and raising awareness about the critical role of pollinators in human and environmental health all the way from the U.S. to Luxembourg. 

Both women, though separated by time and industry, share not only a nationality, but also a passion for ethical and sustainable food production, environmental stewardship, and public education about the unseen benefits of nature’s smallest contributors – whether through goat milk or honeybees.

Samantha’s IG: @comb.keeper (https://www.instagram.com/comb.keeper/)
Samantha's website: https://combkeeper.com/

Want to learn more about Lilian Steichen-Sandburg? Check out “A story about Edward Steichen's sister – Lilian "Paula" Sandburg” at https://bourgmeisterin.com/all-stories/f/a-story-about-edward-steichens-sister-%E2%80%93-lilian-paula-sandburg!!

Legacy Links by Bourgmeisterin Episode #1: Samantha Dula XXI vs. Lilian Steichen XX

Ever tried cramming for finals while inhaling the ghosts of... the past?😄 Welcome to Walferdange “Castle” – a 19th‑century stud farm turned lecture hall where stallions once whinnied and professors now whine🙈 Built for William I’s four‑legged obsession, the place flopped at breeding draft horses, survived revolutions, hosted royals, sheltered refugees, and finally surrendered to PowerPoint. Today Ministry's of National Education, Childhood and Youth teacher‑trainees debate pedagogy where grooms forked hay, and the courtyard echoes with coffee breaks instead of hoofbeats. Proof that Luxembourg recycles everything – even failed horse palaces – into brains instead of brawn. Smells like progress😉

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Bourgmeisterin Episode #48: Walferdange castle

📍Think Luxembourg is just banks and EU suits? Think again.
Hidden among its sleepy hills and polite cows is Giewel, where a priest with a shovel and zero chill unearthed an entire Roman villa in 1964. Meet Georges Kayser: part-time chaplain, full-time history junkie. While your grandpa collected stamps, Georges was digging up saunas, wine jars, and a mini Roman fortress.
Turns out, Luxembourg is basically the Netflix of ancient archaeology – Celtic mounds, Roman villas, and more secrets than a Vatican archive (what's up new Pope reference!😁).
So yeah, next time someone says "there's nothing in Luxembourg," just raise an eyebrow… and mention Georges.

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Bourgmeisterin Episode #49: the Roman villa of Giewel

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