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. 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 NovemberAnalysis - are Germans questioning Merkel's legacy?Why German...

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 mayorCan foreign residents in Germany vote in the European elections?Eurovision in Germany (and...

Find out more about becoming a member of The Local 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 2024How to maximise public...

Find out more about becoming a member of The Local here 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 partyWhat we know about the alleged spies accused of plotting attacks on Germany for RussiaBerlin's €29 ticket relaunch: 'Berlin-Abo' - Everything you need...

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 gardensGermany’s new self-determination law passed by parliament and the...

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 yearsCan German trains improve their punctuality: German government...

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...

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 stories we talk about today: Latest update on German citizenship law: When might Germany's dual citizenship law get final signature?What the European elections mean for Germany:  What's at stake in Germany's European election...

Germany in Focus is made possible by the generous support of subscribers to The Local - find out more here about becoming a member. In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panellists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We are also joined by economist Friedhelm Pfeiffer, a senior researcher at the European Centre for Economic Research in Mannheim. Here are some links to stories we talk about today: Why a German city has launched a public light display...

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

Germany in Focus made possible by the generous support of subscribers to The Local - find out more here about becoming a member. Our sponsor for this episode is US tax specialist BrightTax. 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: Could...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Aaron Burnett and Rachel Stern. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We are also joined by Berlin-based immigration lawyer Sven Hasse. Here are links to some of the stories we talk about: Carnival in Germany: Trump and Putin take centre stage at Germany's Rosenmontag paradesWhy Germany is getting ready for the possibility of war: Germany needs to be 'war ready' in five years, says army...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Aaron Burnett and Imogen Goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are some links to the stories we talk about. Paying taxes: Should you get a tax advisor in Germany - and how much does it cost?Reader Question: How can I find a German tax advisor?German traditions: Eight strange superstitions that Germans hold dearlyCan you get a job in Germany without speaking German? INTERVIEW:...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Aaron Burnett and Imogen Goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We talk about the new round of strikes causing travel chaos in Germany.  Where will public transport in Germany be affected by strikes on Friday?Public transport to hospitals - which strikes are coming up in Germany Tens of thousands affected by airport security staff strikes in GermanyWe get into the big changes...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Aaron Burnett and Imogen Goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We get into the train strike, AfD protests and hear from migration experts on what the new citizenship law means for foreigners in Germany. We also answer your questions on citizenship.  If you have any questions for a future podcast episode, ask them here: What questions should we answer on our podcast? Here are the...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Rachel Stern and Imogen Goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. If you have any questions for a future podcast episode, ask them here: What questions should we answer on our podcast? Here are the links to some of the stories we discuss: Germany's citizenship law goes to the Bundestag: German parliament passes landmark dual citizenship reformWhat you need to know about Germany's...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Rachel Stern and Imogen Goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are links to some of the stories we discuss: Train strikes in Germany: Germany could see more train strikes this winter, says rail bossTrain strike - how will travel in Germany's five largest cities be affected?Farmers' protests across the country: Furious farmers state Germany-wide tractor blockadesHow will the...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Aaron Burnett and James Jackson. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are links to some of the stories we discuss: German citizenship debate held in the Bundestag: What are the next steps for Germany's long-awaited dual citizenship law?Should you apply for citizenship before or after the new law comes in?What you should know about your rights if your flight or train is delayed or...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode of the Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Aaron Burnett and Imogen goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here are links to some of the stories we discuss: Christmas markets and Advent traditions in Germany: What's the history behind Germany's beloved Christmas markets?German word of the day - der AdventkrantzGermany's growing budget crisis: Schuldenbremse - What is Germany's debt brake and...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode of the Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Imogen Goodman and James Jackson Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We talk about why Germany’s love affair with the fax machine may be coming to an end.  How Germany is ending its 40 year love affair with the fax machine Germany's Interior Ministry has been holding a conference on Islam this week - we look at why it's been controversial What is Germany's...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In the latest episode of the Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Rachel Stern and Aaron Burnett. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We chat about American football's popularity in Germany and Rachel Loxton's trip to Frankfurt to see an NFL game.  Millions of fans: How Germany fell in love with American footballWe get into the latest strikes in Germany and how they might affect you.  How will Germany's public...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode of the Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Rachel Stern and Imogen Goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We start off by hearing about some Diwali events happening in Germany.  Where to celebrate Diwali 2023 in GermanyWe dig into why the debate in the Bundestag on Germany's new citizenship law has been delayed and why the topic of integration is being talked about again. We also hear from...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode of the Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Imogen Goodman and Aaron Burnett. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We talk about what to expect from energy costs this winter in Germany and what’s happening with inflation.  What will happen to gas and electricity prices this winter in Germany?How high will heating bills be this winter in Germany?What has caused inflation in Germany to slow to 3.8...

Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by The Local Germany journalists Imogen Goodman and Aaron Burnett. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We hear some analysis from political commentator Brian Melican on the state elections in Hesse and Bavaria.  'Disastrous results': Germany in shock after state electionsWhy did the AfD do so well in Bavaria and Hesse?We hear from Berlin-based immigration lawyer Sven Hasse who talks about what we can...