Germany in Focus

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In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Aaron Burnett and Paul Krantz. We are also joined by Kit Holden. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about:

European election latest: 

• EU elections - Why has Germany's far-right AfD party crashed in the polls?
• 10 things you should know about the European parliamentary elections 
• Who are Germany's newest parties running in the EU elections?
• How do the 2024 European elections work and when will we know the results?

Floods in Germany: 

• Death toll in German floods rises as residents left stranded
• Where in Germany do homeowners face the greatest flood risk?

German citizenship:

• How much do you need to earn to qualify for German citizenship? 

Euro 2024 coming up in Germany:

• The 10 German stadiums hosting Euro 2024 matches and how to get to them
• Euro 2024 - Six things to know about visiting Germany this summer
• Hope returns for hosts Germany ahead of Euro 2024

Summer German drinks: 

• Five German drinks to try this summer

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In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about:

Racist video from Sylt goes viral and sparks backlash:

• Outrage after partygoers filmed chanting racist slogans on island of Sylt
• Are people punished for using Nazi slogans in Germany?

Emmanuel Macron's German language journey:

• Macron's German teacher opens up about 'ideal student' 

New jobseekers' visa launches:

• How Germany's opportunity card will allow easier entries for foreign workers from June
• How many skilled workers will immigrate to Germany with the opportunity card?

German cities struggle with weight of citizenship applications:

• Cologne stops accepting German citizenship applications

Events in June:

• Six unmissable events happening around Germany in June 2024
• Euro 2024 - Six things to know about visiting Germany this summer

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In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Aaron Burnett and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We also hear from journalist Avalon Pernell.

Here are some links to the stories we talk about:

Culture shocks Americans face in Germany:

• 10 things I found shocking as an American moving to Germany 

Germany to launch citizenship campaign and how to prove you're eligible for citizenship:

• Germany's citizenship campaign to inform foreigners about new law
• Requirements, costs and permits - 6 essential articles for German citizenship

Therapy in Germany:

• How to find available therapists in Germany

What's it like being self-employed in Germany in 2024:

• 'Almost half' of freelancers in Germany struggling to find assignments

Cool facts about Saxony: 

• 10 things you never knew about the German state of Saxony

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In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We also hear from journalist James Jackson.

Here are some links to the stories we talk about:

Angela Merkel's memoir:

• Former German chancellor Merkel to release memoir in November
• Analysis - are Germans questioning Merkel's legacy?

Why German politicians are flocking to TikTok:

• German politicians get on TikTok after far-right success
• 'A fight for the youth vote': Are German politicians social media savvy enough?

Interesting facts on Cologne and how to visit on a budget:

• 10 facts you probably didn't know about Cologne 
• What to do, see and eat on a budget-friendly trip to Cologne 

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Germany in Focus is made possible by the support of subscribers to The Local - find out more here about becoming a member.

In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Aaron Burnett and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. 

Here are some links to the stories we talk about:

Attacks on German politicians surge ahead of European elections:

• Suspect held in attack on former Berlin mayor
• Can foreign residents in Germany vote in the European elections?

Eurovision in Germany (and Germany's entry):

• Just how big a deal is Eurovision in Germany?
• Watch Germany's Eurovision entry

Summer jobs in Germany:

• Which seasonal summer jobs are available in Germany?

How the Euro 2024 football championships will affect daily life in Germany:

• Euro 2024 - what you can expect in Germany during Europe's biggest football frenzy

Fun events around the country this May:

• Seven unmissable events around Germany this May

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In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. 

Here are some links to the stories we talk about:

Who's affected by hike in flight ticket tax and what's the future for budget air travel?:

• 'Germany lacks a sensible airline policy': Is budget air travel on the decline?

The changes to be aware of in May:

• Everything that changes in Germany in May 2024
• How to maximise public holidays like a German this May

What are the positives of living in Nuremberg?

• Five reasons foreigners should move to Nuremberg 

What's it like to bring up children in a bilingual household in Germany?

• Key tips for raising bilingual kids in Germany 

German noises to help you sound more like a local:

• Six noises to help you sound more German 

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In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Aaron Burnett and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. 

Here are some links to the stories we talk about:

The spy scandals gripping Germany and rocking the AfD:

• 'How spying scandal has rocked troubled German far-right party
• What we know about the alleged spies accused of plotting attacks on Germany for Russia

Berlin's €29 ticket relaunch:

• 'Berlin-Abo' - Everything you need to know about Berlin's new €29 travel pass

Getting a lawyer involved with your German naturalisation application:

• When should you consider legal action on your German citizenship application?
• German word of the day - Untätigkeitsklage
• Does hiring a lawyer speed up your German citizenship application?

Is Germany an attractive spot for foreign workers?

• Germany ranked fifth most popular destination for foreign workers 
• Germany's plans to improve digital access to the job market

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Germany in Focus is made possible by the support of subscribers to The Local - find out more here about becoming a member.

In this episode, Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. 

Here are some links to some of the stories we talk about:

Bavaria takes a stand against Germany's cannabis legalisation: 

• 'Bavaria moves to ban cannabis at Oktoberfest and beer gardens

Germany’s new self-determination law passed by parliament and the planned rule changes for double surnames: 

• How Germany's self-determination law will make it easier for people to change their gender
• Why Germany is changing its complicated rules around double surnames 

Commission urges German government to make abortion officially legal in first trimester:

• 'Untenable': Legalise abortions in first trimester, urges commission
• Will abortion in Germany soon become legal?

Transport Minister threatens weekend driving bans, and the plans for new climate rules:

• German minister threatens to introduce weekend driving bans
• Has Germany avoided driving bans by loosening its climate rules?

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Germany in Focus is made possible by the support of subscribers to The Local - find out more here about becoming a member.

In this episode, Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Aaron Burnett and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. 

Here are some links to the stories we talk about:

German national football team's strip controversies:

• 'Lack of patriotism': German football team to cut ties with Adidas after 70 years

Can German trains improve their punctuality:

• German government expects more punctual trains... by Christmas

Germany's Deutschlandticket offer for students:

• Where can university students in Germany get a Deutschlandticket for €29?

Night trains:

• Prague and Dresden added to Brussels night train route

Asparagus season begins in Germany: 

• Warm weather marks the start of 'Spargelzeit' in Germany

How happy are Germans?

• Why are people in Germany getting unhappier?

Tax deadlines in 2024:

What are the 2024 deadlines to submit my tax return in Germany?

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Germany in Focus is made possible by the support of subscribers to The Local - find out more here about becoming a member.

In this episode, Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Rachel Stern and Imogen Goodman. Our guest this week is historian and tour guide Jonny Whitlam. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. 

Here are some links to the stories we talk about:

Germany's citizenship law passes final hurdle and why the citizenship test is being shaken up:

• Elation and worry as Germany's citizenship law passes final hurdle
• Why Germany is shaking up citizenship test questions 
• The new questions being added to Germany's citizenship test

Changes residents should know in April: 

• Everything that changes in Germany this April 

Cannabis possession becomes legal in Germany plus vocab:

• What to know about Germany's partial legalisation of cannabis
• German word of the day - Kiffen
• German word of the day - Bubatz

Germany's culture of remembrance: 

• New hurdles for Germany's remembrance culture as Holocaust survivors dwindle

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