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So kommst du rein ins KitKat Berlin | Der Veranstalter von Symbiotikka verrät alles

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  • Getting into KitKat Berlin is portrayed as intentionally difficult

    • The organizer describes a strict dress code and a strict door policy.
    • People who assume they can “buy” entry with the entrance fee—especially with certain casual or dated styling—are turned away.

  • Sexuality is framed as “sex-positive,” not “sex-only”

    • The discussion distinguishes sex-positive clubs from swinger clubs:
      • Swinger club: primarily focused on sex between couples (or watching sex).
      • Sex-positive club: allows sex if people want it, potentially even openly on the dance floor, but emphasizes respect, consent, and boundaries.
    • Attendance does not require nudity or participating in sex.

  • Why KitKat is said to differ from mainstream clubs

    • The interview emphasizes a safer, more respectful club environment, aimed at reducing harassment/conflict seen in mainstream venues.
    • The speaker claims the culture discourages “beastly” behavior and that fights are rare.
      • This is supported by an example where a head bouncer said the last notable fight was around five years earlier, contrasted with other Berlin clubs where police may arrive more frequently.

  • Symbiotika on Wednesdays (“KitKat Light”) is presented as related but distinct

    • The Wednesday event has the upper floor open and typically draws roughly 500–700 visitors (sometimes more on public-holiday weeks).
    • It’s described as slightly younger and less hardcore than Saturdays.
    • The crowd is described as more playful, open to vibes and self-expression, but not necessarily aggressively sexual.

  • Dress expectations for Symbiotika

    • Dress code: “be creative”
      • Natural, kinky, sexy, playful, weird—anything but “ordinary.”
    • Not acceptable (examples given):
      • Cocky groups of guys in jeans/sneakers
      • Blue jeans
      • Printed T-shirts
    • The door also disallows:
      • Bachelor/bachelorette parties
      • School groups
    • Practical suggestion: if people arrive underdressed, they can unbutton jackets or reveal an outfit underneath when asked at the door.

  • Door staffing and control

    • A key door contributor is Charlotte, described as the selector who decides entry and has done so for years.
    • The organizer says he typically does not interfere with her judgment.

  • Photography policy is discussed as a “modernized” approach

    • The event uses in-house photographers openly.
    • Guests know they may be photographed and can choose.
    • The speaker claims this approach reflects social media culture, where people want visibility (Instagram/Facebook/Google are referenced as ways to understand the club vibe before going).

  • Artistic and political framing (beyond partying)

    • Symbiotika and the speaker’s broader interests are described as connecting sexuality to socio-political/civil-rights issues.
    • The speaker references concerns about state restrictions on personal freedoms, citing Poland, Hungary, and Russia.
    • The argument is that sexual self-determination is a fundamental right within legal limits.

  • Recruitment, competition, and booking strategy

    • The organizer describes continuous work: contracts, bookings, wardrobe/staff logistics, and searching for music/performers.
    • He claims other organizers try to “copy” their success but can’t easily replicate it because Symbiotika aims to stay ahead and surprise people.
    • He gives an example that high-profile DJ booking costs can be unrealistic for some clubs, referencing a five-figure booking expense for Franz Alle Farben (Franz Ferdinand is mentioned but appears unclear; the named example is Franz Alle Farben).

  • Closing: recommended next podcast guests

    • Lilif Terra (fetish photographer/artist)
    • Charlotte (door/writing perspectives on club entry)
    • DJ Stella Bossy (linked to Symbiotika; rising via Instagram to major venues)

Presenters / contributors mentioned

  • Chris Symbiotikka (organizer; speaker)
  • Charlotte (door selector)
  • Jordan / DJ Jordan (resident DJ at KitKat; Chris’s partner in running Symbiotika)
  • Rico (head bouncer mentioned regarding “fights rarely happen”)
  • DJN Stella Bossy (exclusive Symbiotika DJ; recommended guest)
  • Erik (podcast participant mentioned by name)
  • Erik’s wife (mentioned)
  • Lilif Terra (recommended guest; photographer/artist)
  • Franz Alle Farben (referenced as a booking-cost example)
  • Thor and Kirsten (founders of KitKat, referenced in historical context)

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