Germany in Focus
The Local Germany
Germany in Focus is The Local’s weekly podcast where we discuss the big news and talking points in Germany as well as explore and explain the major issues that impact life in the country. We also answer your essential questions and look ahead at what’s coming up.
In each episode presenter Rachel Loxton chats about the most important news and must-know information with The Local Germany’s Rachel Stern, Imogen Goodman, James Jackson and Aaron Burnett. They are also frequently joined by other expert commentators.
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German cities overwhelmed with citizenship applications and outrage over Nazi hate speech
Germany in Focus
05/30/24 • 33 min
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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:
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:
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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06/27/24 • 38 min
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In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. We also hear from Matt Bristow, a volunteer with British in Germany. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about:
Cannabis clubs:
Proposals to improve rural transport:
Citizenship law changes:
- German conservatives vow to overturn dual citizenship law if elected
- What would citizenship mean to foreigners in Germany?
- CHECKLIST - What do I need to apply for German citizenship?
- Foreigners in Germany celebrate as long-awaited dual citizenship law comes into force
Handling Germany's summer insects:
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04/25/24 • 37 min
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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:
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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How to find therapy in Germany, culture shocks and what's it like being self-employed?
Germany in Focus
05/23/24 • 38 min
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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:
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:
What's it like being self-employed in Germany in 2024:
Cool facts about Saxony:
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02/22/24 • 34 min
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In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Paul Krantz and Rachel Stern. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We are also joined by career coach Kevin Kocher from Immigrant Spirit.
Here are links to some of the stories we talk about:
Berlin's ruling on illegal holiday lets and Airbnbs:
Germany's invisible borders between east and west:
The new WerteUnion right wing party and why its founder is controversial:
Why are people in Germany retiring later in life?
What's the outlook for jobs in Germany, especially for foreign residents?
- Which German companies are planning to cut jobs?
- What's the outlook for the German job market in 2024
- How foreign jobseekers in Germany can maximise their changes in 2024
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04/04/24 • 35 min
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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:
German national football team's strip controversies:
Can German trains improve their punctuality:
Germany's Deutschlandticket offer for students:
Night trains:
Asparagus season begins in Germany:
How happy are Germans?
Tax deadlines in 2024:
What are the 2024 deadlines to submit my tax return in Germany?
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02/29/24 • 36 min
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In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Imogen Goodman and Rachel Stern. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We are also joined by immigration lawyer Sven Hasse.
Here are links to some of the stories we talk about:
Germany's cannabis law approved in the Bundestag:
- German parliament votes to legalise cannabis possession
- Will cannabis legislation in Germany lead to a boom in sales
- What the partial legalisation of cannabis could mean for Germany
Berlin's film festival Berlinale accused of promoting anti-Semitism:
Far-left militant on the run from police for decades arrested:
- Fugitive far-left militant wanted for decades arrested in Berlin
- What Germany's Red Army Faction can tell the world about terror
Changes in Germany in March including immigration rules:
- Everything that changes in Germany in March 2024
- What changes in Germany with immigration rules in 2024
Events in March across Germany:
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What makes Berlin's techno scene so unique and how will Germany vote in EU elections?
Germany in Focus
03/21/24 • 33 min
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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 stories we talk about today:
Latest update on German citizenship law:
What the European elections mean for Germany:
- What's at stake in Germany's European election vote?
- How to register to vote in Germany at the European elections
Why Berlin's techno scene has been given cultural icon status:
What does the future hold for skiing in Germany?
- How the climate crisis is changing Germany's ski resorts
- The ski destinations you can reach by train from Germany
Easter in Germany:
- What's open in Germany over the Easter weekend?
- How to celebrate Easter like a German
- Easter travel - are German train strikes set to end?
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Germany's citizenship test shake-up explained and the Holocaust-era film winning Oscars
Germany in Focus
03/28/24 • 36 min
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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:
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:
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Underrated German tourist spots and can the €49 ticket survive?
Germany in Focus
07/04/24 • 34 min
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In this episode Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Sarah Magill. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about:
Germany's fraught political landscape and budget woes:
Future of the €49 ticket amid ailing rail infrastructure in Germany:
- Why has German train punctuality got so bad?
- Where to expect disruption due to rail upgrades in Germany this year
Confusion over whether people naturalising as German have to affirm Israel's right to exist:
Underrated German tourist spots:
July events across Germany:
- 11 unmissable events happening around Germany this July
- CSD in Germany: The Pride events you won't want to miss this summer
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FAQ
How many episodes does Germany in Focus have?
Germany in Focus currently has 71 episodes available.
What topics does Germany in Focus cover?
The podcast is about News, Society & Culture, News Commentary and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Germany in Focus?
The episode title 'Berlin’s €29 travel pass relaunch and how attractive is Germany to foreign workers?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Germany in Focus?
The average episode length on Germany in Focus is 36 minutes.
How often are episodes of Germany in Focus released?
Episodes of Germany in Focus are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Germany in Focus?
The first episode of Germany in Focus was released on Sep 27, 2022.
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