This week, we dive into the rise of Austria’s far-right FPÖ party and its controversial leader, Jörg Haider, whose meteoric ascent left a lasting mark on Austrian politics. As we explore the twists and turns of Austrian politics and Haider’s influence, Stephen’s dog Bo voices his disapproval loudly in the background. We also take some classic Viennese detours, including the city's obsession with academic titles and Carinthia’s infamous road sign debates. Join us for a revealing look at Austria's political landscape—and how we got to where we are today.

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Links

https://www.derstandard.at/story/2000122364439/ein-blick-auf-den-zauber-des-joerg-haider

https://www.tagesspiegel.de/politik/jorg-haiders-fatale-erbschaft-7060375.html

https://time.com/archive/6944641/joerg-haiders-troubled-legacy/

https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/J%C3%B6rg_Haider

The FPÖ of Jörg Haider - Populist or Extreme Right-Winger? (archive.org)

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2000/feb/04/austria.ianblack

Jörg Haider Interview from the 80s: https://youtu.be/gfFKCx6IY3Q?si=rale3TFtzpZH_-tX

Oe24 Haider documentary: https://youtu.be/--T7O6gurwQ?si=9cAMlbJCI8-ulQtP

ORF Haider documentary: https://youtu.be/zyieK8ZSID8?si=FgYWHTWxOfbP3T2G