In the latest episode of our Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Sarah Magill andAaron Burnett. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards.

This week we talk about allegations of sexual misconduct involving the band Rammstein. 

• German band Rammstein hit by sex abuse scandal
• Who are Rammstein and why are they so big in Germany?

Pride month has started so we talk about the history of LGBTQ rights in Germany and where to celebrate CSD.

• From persecution to pride: The history of LGBTQ rights in Germany

We talk about a new partnership between Germany and Brazil to encourage more skilled immigration and profile the Brazilian community in Germany. 

• How Germany is partnering with Brazil to recruit more skilled workers
• 'We've made a community': Who are the Brazilians in Germany and where do they live?

We dig into train delays, the myth of German efficiency and hear from historian and author of The Shortest History of Germany, James Hawes. 

• Why is Deutsche Bahn seeing a record high number of delays this year?

Lastly, Sarah Magill tells us why everyone should be checking out the German state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, which is often overlooked as a tourist spot.

• 10 reasons to visit Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania this summer

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