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Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer You can also view the episodes on YouTube, Spotify and Facebook. This week host Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Paul Krantz and Tom Pugh. Our sound engineer is Paul O'Mahony. Here are links to stories we talk about: Rise of the far right in Germany and developments in Saxony-Anhalt: Germany's far right gains first ever parliament speaker'We don’t accept this' - Inside the German legal team organising against the far-rightWhy the Alternative for Germany is considered a far-right extremist partyGerman far right aims to lead Saxony-Anhalt government in DecemberWhat happens next after the AfD's win in Saxony-Anhalt?'Like a MAGA campaign' - why is the AfD so popular in Saxony-Anhalt?Germany brings back fuel tax cut: How much will Germany's fuel tax cut save drivers?Cost of Deutschlandticket to rise, along with other transport tickets: Germany's Deutschlandticket to cost €66.80 from 2027Where are public transport fares set to rise in Germany in 2027?Getting into the autumn mood in Germany: How to prepare for autumn like a GermanThe best places to go mushroom foraging in Germany10 unmissable events in October 2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer In this episode, Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. Here's the links to the stories we talk about: Germany's budget plans:  Kindergeld and tax relief - how Germany's planned 2025 budget could affect youWill Germany introduce a tax rebate for foreign skilled workers?Taylor Swift comes to Germany: What you need to know about Taylor Swift's Germany concertsTenants' rights: What can you get you evicted as a tenant in Germany Berlin named Germany's most expensive city: Which German cities are the most expensive for residents?Summer in Germany: How to make the most of Germany's long summer days We hope you have a fabulous summer and see you in September! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer 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: What the shock defection of a Greens MP to the CDU tells us about German politicsFuture 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 yearConfusion over whether people naturalising as German have to affirm Israel's right to exist: Do new German citizens have to affirm Israel's right to exist?Underrated German tourist spots: Five lesser-known German summer destinations to visit this yearJuly events across Germany: 11 unmissable events happening around Germany this JulyCSD in Germany: The Pride events you won't want to miss this summer  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer 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: What to know about Germany's partial legalisation of cannabisProposals to improve rural transport: Can Germany solve its patchy rural transport connections?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 forceHandling Germany's summer insects: How to deal with fruit flies and other critters plaguing your German flat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer 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: Euro 2024 fever:  IN PICTURES: Euro fans take over German cities for Euro 2024Where are the fan zones for Euro 2024 in Germany?Euro 2024 travel chaos raises questions about German efficiency Are German police really advising fans to smoke cannabis?German coalition government trouble:  German government in deadlock over 2025 budgetWhat the EU elections say about the state of politics in GermanyWhat do Germany's far-right gains in EU elections mean for foreigners?Changes to the postal system: Post in Germany to arrive later after government passes reformGerman citizenship to come into force next week: What are citizenship offices around Germany doing to prepare for new law?What do I need to apply for German citizenship under the new law? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer 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 strandedWhere 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 themEuro 2024 - Six things to know about visiting Germany this summerHope returns for hosts Germany ahead of Euro 2024Summer German drinks:  Five German drinks to try this summer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer 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 SyltAre 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 JuneHow many skilled workers will immigrate to Germany with the opportunity card?German cities struggle with weight of citizenship applications: Cologne stops accepting German citizenship applicationsEvents in June: Six unmissable events happening around Germany in June 2024Euro 2024 - Six things to know about visiting Germany this summer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join The Local Germany with our podcast listener offer 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 lawRequirements, costs and permits - 6 essential articles for German citizenshipTherapy in Germany: How to find available therapists in GermanyWhat's it like being self-employed in Germany in 2024: 'Almost half' of freelancers in Germany struggling to find assignmentsCool facts about Saxony:  10 things you never knew about the German state of Saxony Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 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 frenzyFun events around the country this May: Seven unmissable events around Germany this May Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 to know about Berlin's new €29 travel passGetting a lawyer involved with your German naturalisation application: When should you consider legal action on your German citizenship application?German word of the day - UntätigkeitsklageDoes 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 planned rule changes for double surnames:  How Germany's self-determination law will make it easier for people to change their genderWhy 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 commissionWill 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 bansHas Germany avoided driving bans by loosening its climate rules? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 expects more punctual trains... by ChristmasGermany'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 routeAsparagus season begins in Germany:  Warm weather marks the start of 'Spargelzeit' in GermanyHow 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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 hurdleWhy Germany is shaking up citizenship test questions The new questions being added to Germany's citizenship testChanges 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 cannabisGerman word of the day - KiffenGerman word of the day - BubatzGermany's culture of remembrance:  New hurdles for Germany's remembrance culture as Holocaust survivors dwindle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.