Christoph Heusgen

On the occasion of the federal election on February 23, 2025, Jessy Wellmer and Ingo Zamperoni ask: What issues are Germans concerned about before this election, what is important to people? The two Tagesthemen presenters traveled around the country and spoke to citizens, experts and celebrities: about the economic crisis, migration and the shortage of skilled workers, the fear of war and the division of society. A representative survey commissioned for the documentary complements the personal attitudes and opinions.

Anne Will discusses political processes, economic relationships, and social trends with her guests. Her motto: to think politically and ask directly.

TV presenter Markus Lanz invites prominent guests and experts from all areas of public life to his colourful talk show. As a rule, there are four guests, introduced individually to contribute their personal experiences to the topics.