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ZDF Magazin Royale (2020 – ...)

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ZDF Magazin Royale — Season 9

15 episodes · Aug 30, 2024

Get ready for a fresh take on current events. This isn't your typical late-night show; it’s a bold collision of sharp, observational humor and in-depth investigative reporting. Join Jan Böhmermann as he redefines social commentary, blending the familiar energy of a talk show with the rigor of serious journalism – ushering in a new era of satirical entertainment.

1. Chronically ill, but Nobody believes You
Aug 30, 2024 · 30m · 7.0

Often, a simple cup of tea is all that’s required to feel better. The fatigue lessens when one disconnects from their phone. This is the advice offered to those in Germany seeking medical attention for long Covid or ME/CFS.

2. Why we can’t live with or without Dust
Sep 6, 2024 · 31m

From the confluence of waste, dust arises – a substance capable of igniting allergies, of being swept away by a vacuum, of lending an ethereal quality to film, of hastening the shifts in our climate, of echoing the silent lament of forgotte…

3. Cloudy with a Chance of Product Placement
Sep 13, 2024 · 31m · 8.0

Far from the elements, weather forecasters lie in wait within the confines of television studios, poised to dampen the spirits of the evening with a single, unwelcome pronouncement: "Rain." They merit, at least once a year, the opportunity …

4. Endangered Species: Local Journalism
Sep 20, 2024 · 31m · 8.0

Across parts of eastern Germany, a kind of free advertising sheet circulates, resembling a neighborhood newspaper. It’s in these papers that Grandpa Kurt discovers obituaries, announcements of local club activities, and the occasional guest…

5. Gaming Communities: The last apolitical Place on Earth
Sep 27, 2024 · 9.0

The digital realm of gaming—Twitch, Steam, and beyond—holds a persistent paradox. Within these online communities, particularly those populated by men, a troubling undercurrent exists. How truly apolitical can a space be when prejudice – ra…

6. Gaming, Scrolling, Swiping – Trapped in the Net
Oct 4, 2024 · 30m · 7.0

Is it already so late? Just a brief scan of my direct messages. Oh, Jan Hofer posted a Reel. It demonstrates how to make chocolate at home. There's a YouTube tutorial on pool construction. I should probably find some apps to assist with sle…

7. The Ghost Office in Bismarckwald
Oct 11, 2024 · 32m · 9.0

Deep within the picturesque Sachsenwald forest of Schleswig-Holstein, a region often considered the stronghold of Daniel Günther, a seasoned veteran of the CDU, one might find oneself wondering at a secluded hut. A curious detail greets vis…

8. TOP SECRET: What Former Intelligence Chiefs do in Retirement
Oct 18, 2024 · 30m · 7.0

Several retired intelligence directors are considering a return to work, trading their positions within the German intelligence apparatus for lucrative opportunities in the private sector. It is plausible that the experience and insights ga…

9. The Second-hand Business and its dark Sides
Oct 25, 2024 · 30m · 6.0

From Humana and Think Twice to even Picknweight, few items escape January's relentless reach. Vintage football jerseys and imitation leather jackets are not immune. This is why the seasoned thrifter has explored the fascinating history of a…

10. Show your Backbone!
Nov 8, 2024 · 31m · 7.0

Integrity, resolve, fortitude—the language for a strong will is varied. But what truly constitutes having backbone, whether in moments of significance or quiet daily choices? Does one possess this quality simply by voicing disapproval, as w…

11. The Multi-Million Dollar Business with Refugee Accommodation
Nov 15, 2024 · 31m · 6.0

Refugee housing is frequently managed by private enterprises, a setup that yields substantial financial returns. It begs the question: why must human dignity and economic gain be considered opposing forces?

12. The Final Fight – Why City Kids can’t park and Village Kids can’t listen
Nov 22, 2024 · 32m · 7.0

Those who dwell in cities imagine a matcha latte springs directly from the source, while those in the countryside harbor a distrust of electricity. Such ingrained biases often mark the enduring divide between urban and rural life. Ultimatel…

13. The Last Swipe: Are Dating Apps on the Verge of Extinction?
Nov 29, 2024 · 33m · 7.0

As the holiday season approaches, a flurry of activity surrounds dating applications, a preemptive defense against the inevitable inquiries about one's relationship status. Yet, the corporations that cultivate these platforms seem preoccupi…

14. Nius: Where Rights get a Platform
Dec 6, 2024 · 32m · 7.0

Against the prevailing progressive currents in German media, a dedicated team of online journalists at Nius persists, seemingly unconcerned with established journalistic principles. They demonstrate a willingness to amplify the voices of fa…

15. How Exclusion is sold as Inclusion
Dec 13, 2024 · 32m · 8.0

A profound lack of inclusion persists in Germany, where individuals with disabilities frequently encounter obstacles. Opportunities readily available to others remain inaccessible to them, and institutions designed to support them—special s…