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Episode 2: “Estonia’s Indiana Jones of Sauna & Rituals“
Kaupo Sormus:
*In this episode, we travel to Estonia — a country with one of the most unique and soulful sauna cultures in the world. Host Matze takes us behind the scenes of the Estonian smoke sauna tradition, part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage, and explores the deep-rooted rituals that define the Estonian sauna experience.
Our guest: Kaupo — a passionate sauna master with more than ten years of experience, a strong connection to the Finnish sauna scene, and recent second-place winner at the Estonian Sauna Championships.
We talk about his journey, the beauty of smoke sauna rituals, and how Estonian sauna culture differs from other traditions across Europe.
Recorded during Matze’s first visit to Estonia, this episode is full of authentic impressions, inspiring stories, and deep respect for the local sauna spirit.
Steam ’n’ Soul — sweat. talk. connect.
by Matze
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Episode 1: "From the Big Apple to Herbal Alps - with Aufguss.Thor"
Thorsten Möller – AufgussThor:
In this very first episode of Steam ’n’ Soul, I’m joined by my first guest — Thorsten Möller, also known as AufgussThor.
We share a special connection: at the 2024 Aufguss World Championships, Thorsten guided me through my first ever Aufguss in the Kelo Sauna.
We talk about his journey as a sauna master, his work at Silvretta Therme in Ischgl, his experience in the Pirz training — and the signature herbal ritual that earned him the title of Austrian Herbal Champion.
Enjoy this soulful start to the Steam ’n’ Soul podcast!
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#01 "Intro - Who`s Behind the Mic?
In this short intro episode, I’ll tell you who I am and why I started this podcast. I’m Matze – Aufguss enthusiast, sauna storyteller, and passionate about human connection.
Steam ’n’ Soul is a journey through the world of sauna culture. I talk to Aufguss champions, spa directors, herbalists, builders, and passionate steamers from across Europe – and beyond.
This podcast is about the real stories that rise with the steam. Unfiltered, honest, full of heat and heart. sweat. talk. connect. That’s the idea.
I’m glad you’re here.