About

The Story Behind "Steam `n Soul".

Steam ’n’ Soul was born from a deep passion for sauna culture, storytelling, and human connection.

It started with a simple idea: to capture the untold stories that rise with the steam – from Aufguss champions to everyday sauna lovers. These stories are about more than heat – they’re about purpose, rituals, silence, sweat, and the people who come to let go, connect, and be real.

We invite voices from across the steam world: Aufguss masters, sauna beginners, world champions, herbalists, aroma therapists, spa directors, sauna builders, suppliers, event organizers – and everyone in between.

Whether you’re waving a towel on stage or quietly shaping sauna culture behind the scenes – your story matters.

Steam ’n’ Soul is here to listen, share, and connect.

This podcast dives into real conversations that normally stay in the steam room – honest, deep, and full of soul.

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Meet Your Host

I’m Matthias – or Matze – host of Steam ‘n’ Soul. A longtime Aufguss fan, storyteller, and connection-seeker. My background is in communication and culture, but my heart lives in the rhythm of steam, scent, and shared silence.

I’m not here to moderate – I’m here to listen, to ask, and to connect stories and people. If you’ve ever sat in silence and felt more seen than in any conversation, then you’re exactly where you belong. Let’s dive deep – and let the steam do the rest.

Matthias Gottwald

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