The Zeitgeist

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The Zeitgeist

The Zeitgeist delves into topics affecting Germany, the United States, and the transatlantic relationship. Hosted by American-German Institute President Jeff Rathke, the show welcomes guests from the policy, academic, and think tank communities, as well as in-house AGI experts. Produced by the American-German Institute at Johns Hopkins University.

  1. 4D AGO

    Episode 128: Queer Economies: Solidarity, Sustainability, and the Struggle for Space

    Third spaces where people can gather, organize, and provide support have been critical for LGBTQ+ communities in Germany and the United States. “Building LGBTQ+ Communities in Germany and the United …

    32 min

  2. JUN 4

    Episode 127: A New Normal in Transatlantic Trade?

    President Trump claims the international trading system is unfair to the United States. The Trump administration is seeking to rectify trade imbalances through tariffs and is trying to reshape the …

    25 min

  3. MAY 13

    Episode 126: Pride and Politics: The Complex Relationship between the LGBTIQ+ Community and Politics

    The LGBTQ+ communities in Germany and the United States have been working toward greater legal rights, but laws and politicians in both countries have threatened to not only halt progress …

    41 min

  4. APR 23

    Episode 125: The Future of the U.S. Security Relationship with Europe

    In his second term, President Trump has continued his criticism of NATO and European allies’ defense efforts while the United States pursues a reset with Russia—the main threat to European …

    36 min

  5. MAR 26

    Episode 124: Tariffs, Taxes, and Their International Ramifications

    The Trump administration has taken sweeping actions on tariffs, with more scheduled to be imposed in April. On this episode of The Zeitgeist, Kim Clausing explains the administration’s approach to …

    33 min

  6. MAR 12

    Episode 123: An Expanding German Memory Culture

    For decades, memory culture in Germany has largely focused on coming to terms with and memorializing the Holocaust. In recent years, however, memory discourses have expanded to include, among others, …

    30 min

  7. FEB 24

    Episode 122: The German Bundestag Election Results

    Shortly after the polls closed in Germany, Jeff Rathke, Eric Langenbacher, and Klaus-Dieter Frankenberger discussed the results of the snap elections. They give their reactions to the performance of the …

    38 min

  8. FEB 12

    Episode 121: Climate Change and National Security

    Climate change can create national security risks, test military resilience, and redefine how countries pursue their geopolitical interests. Sherri Goodman, author of Threat Multiplier: Climate, Military Leadership, and the Fight …

    28 min
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The Zeitgeist delves into topics affecting Germany, the United States, and the transatlantic relationship. Hosted by American-German Institute President Jeff Rathke, the show welcomes guests from the policy, academic, and think tank communities, as well as in-house AGI experts. Produced by the American-German Institute at Johns Hopkins University.

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  • Creator
    American-German Institute
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © AGI
  • Show Website
    The Zeitgeist

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