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Germany in Focus
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 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Can you get a job in Germany without German and what's it like as a new parent? 08.02.2024 32:34
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 t...
What German habits do foreigners pick up and will the strikes ever end? 01.02.2024 34:06
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 -...
Historic rail strike hits Germany and when should you apply for citizenship? 25.01.2024 39:06
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 ci...
Germany’s citizenship law reaches crucial stage and could the AfD be banned? 19.01.2024 38:33
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: Ger...
Strikes, protests and the far-right: The challenges facing Germany in 2024 12.01.2024 37:05
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 boss Train strike - how will travel in G...
The next steps for Germany’s dual citizenship law and what what will change in 2024? 08.12.2023 39:19
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? Shou...
Christmas markets in Germany and how did things get so bad at Stuttgart immigration office? 01.12.2023 39:38
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...
The 'worst' German cities for foreigners and what is the debt brake? 24.11.2023 36:26
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...
Germany’s 'unfair' family reunification rules and most surprising German taxes 16.11.2023 37:32
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 Ger...
Why is Germany's landmark dual citizenship law on hold? 09.11.2023 37:38
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 Germany We dig into why the debat...
Why is Germany coming down hard on Palestine solidarity protests? 03.11.2023 37:57
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 el...
Will Germany's new immigration law really make life easier for foreigners? 12.10.2023 41:57
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 af...
What's at stake in Bavaria's election and what attracts so many people to Berlin? 05.10.2023 37:53
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 talk about the funding row threatening the future of the €49 transport ticket. Why the future of Germany's €49 ticket is up in the air What are the...
How Germany remains divided 33 years after reunification 29.09.2023 32:27
Join The Local with our podcast listener offer In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by The Local Germany journalists Rachel Stern and Sarah Magill. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We start by talking about our highlights from the first year of Germany in Focus. We launched the podcast one year ago. Thank you to all our listeners who hav...
Germany embraces night trains and why the chancellor wants you to become German 21.09.2023 36:02
JOIN THE LOCAL: Podcast listener offer In the latest episode of our 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 talking about a new night train service between Berlin and Paris and some more train news. Berlin-Paris night train to return after...
Why Germany is cutting access to Elterngeld and how important is beer to Germans? 14.09.2023 34:45
JOIN THE LOCAL: Podcast listener offer On the latest episode of our Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Rachel Stern and Sarah Magill. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We start off by taking about a new service for registering your car online in Germany, and Sarah tells us why it's a bureaucratic nightmare. How...
Should foreigners in Germany make more of an effort to speak German? 07.09.2023 38:28
You can sign up to become a member of The Local Germany here. In the first epsiode of the new season of our Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Imogen Goodman and Aaron Burnett. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We start off by recapping on the weirdest story of the summer involving escaped wildlife in Berlin. How di...
German summer traditions explained and what does the AfD vote win mean for Germany? 29.06.2023 35:46
In the last episode of the season of our Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Rachel Stern and Aaron Burnett. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We start off by having a chat about German summer traditions. Your tips for making the most of German lakes We then discuss a few changes happening in July in Germany that you shoul...
How Brexit has hit Brits in Germany and immigration changes 23.06.2023 38:13
In the latest episode of our Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Imogen Goodman and Rachel Stern. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We talk about Germany's plans to bring back getting sick notes over the phone from the doctor, plus we get into the culture of taking time off when you're ill. Germany looks to bring back sick...
Why Germany wants a cannabis 'revolution' and citizenship vs permanent residency 15.06.2023 38:26
In the latest episode of our 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 a NATO drill happening in Germany and how it will affect people. What you need to know about NATO's German-led defence drill Could a NATO air defence drill spell chaos for trave...
The myth of German efficiency and Germany's most overlooked state 08.06.2023 38:25
In the latest episode of our Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Sarah Magill and Aaron 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...
Residency permit backlogs and can foreigners in Germany ever be seen as German? 01.06.2023 34:09
In the latest episode of our Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Rachel Stern and Imogen Goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. This week we talk about the German love of visiting lakes in summer. Living in Germany: Making the most of culture and lake life We discuss a new European night train service that’s just launc...
What’s going on with Germany’s new dual citizenship law? 25.05.2023 38:34
In the latest episode of our Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Aaron Burnett and Imogen Goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We discuss: A culture pass birthday present for 18-year-olds in Germany. What to know about Germany's youth culture pass The thorny nature of neighbour disputes and why smoking on your balcony coul...
How bad is the housing situation in Germany? 18.05.2023 39:36
In the latest episode of our Germany in Focus podcast, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Aaron Burnett and Rachel Stern. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We discuss|: Hot weather coming up, public holidays and why June is a great month in Germany. Summer to arrive early in Germany with temperatures up to 30C What's going on with German transport strik...
Is Germany heading towards a four-day work week and how will cannabis clubs work? 11.05.2023 40:56
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 start off by talking about supermarkets in Bavaria embracing small talk to help combat loneliness. German supermarkets fight loneliness with slower checkouts for chatting We break down the detail...
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