Thu, 9 Jul 2026, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Fesselnd – Faszinierend – Folgenschwer? Warum wir True Crime konsumieren
Warum sich viele Menschen echte Kriminalfälle nacherzählen lassen, darüber sprechen Expert:innen am 9. Juli in Hannover.
Wahre Kriminalfälle prägen als True-Crime-Geschichten die Medienlandschaft. Vor allem in Form von Podcasts erfreuen sie sich großer Beliebtheit, das gesprochene Wort fesselt die Zuhörer:innen. Wissenschaftliche Studien zeigen, dass hinter der ungebrochenen Popularität des Genres u.a. Neugier steckt, aber auch der Wunsch, menschliche Abgründe zu verstehen und die Lust am Gruseln zu erleben. Insbesondere (junge) Frauen sind von True Crime fasziniert.
Welche psychologischen Mechanismen bewegen uns dazu, uns intensiv mit True Crime zu beschäftigen? Wie beeinflusst der regelmäßige Konsum solcher Geschichten unser Bild von Sicherheit und Risiko? Können True-Crime-Geschichten sogar positive Effekte haben, indem sie uns helfen, Ängste zu verarbeiten und unser Verständnis für soziale und moralische Fragen vertiefen?
Podium
- Dr. Merten Neumann, Diplom-Psychologe, Kriminologisches Forschungsinstitut Niedersachsen
- PD Dr. habil. Nicole Bögelein, Dipl.-Soz., Rechtswissenschaftliche Fakultät, Institut für Kriminologie, Universität zu Köln
- True-Crime, Podcaster:in
- Moderation: Jan Seddelis, Journalist
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FAQ public events
Where do the Volkswagen Foundation events take place?
The events take place at Herrenhausen Palace Conference Centre ("Tagungszentrum"), Herrenhäuser Straße 5, 30419 Hannover (see Google Maps).
How do I get to the event venue Herrenhausen Palace?
- by public transport: tram lines 4 and 5, bus line 136: stop "Herrenhäuser Gärten" or "Schaumburgstraße".
- by bike: There are bike racks in front of the Herrenhausen Palace conference centre. E-bike batteries should be taken into the building and not left on the bike.
- by car: The car parks around Herrenhausen Palace are subject to a charge. There are a few free car parks in the "Alte Herrenhäuser Straße".
The entrance to the conference centre (three large wooden doors, signage: "Tagungszentrum") is located on the west side of the castle, in the side wing, right next to the entrance to the restaurant "Grauwinkels Schlossküche".
When does admission to events start?
The doors will open 45 minutes before the event begins.
How long do the events last?
Evening events like panel discussions last for about 100 - 120 minutes.
How much does admission to Volkswagen Foundation events cost?
Admission to Volkswagen Foundation events is free of charge. In rare cases, access to the Herrenhausen Palace conference centre may only be possible with an admission ticket (which may be subject to a charge). If this is the case, you will find a corresponding note on the website of the respective event.
Is the venue barrier-free?
Herrenhausen Palace is barrier-free.
Are the events broadcast live?
Some of our events are also broadcast live. To access, visit the respective event page on our website.
Are the panel discussions recorded?
Many of the events are broadcasted live and/or recorded. Recordings and proceedings of past events can be found in our newsroom and on our YouTube channel.
Is there a cloakroom?
At events held at the Herrenhausen Palace conference centre, you are welcome to use our cloakroom free of charge.
I lost or forgot something at an event at Herrenhausen Palace, whom can I contact?
Please contact Schloss Herrenhausen Veranstaltungs- und Betriebs GmbH at: 0511/763 744-0.
Who can I contact if I have further questions?
If you have any questions, you can reach our hotline from Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 0511/8381-200.
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