Episode 11
Perspective of a Foreign Correspondent: Political Discourse and Social Cohesion in Germany and the United States

Journalists Clay Risen, Reporter and Editor at The New York Times (2004 Young Leader), and Dr. Anna Sauerbrey, Foreign Editor at Die Zeit (2018 ACG Kellen Fellow), shared their insights and experiences reporting on both sides of the Atlantic.

Episode 10
Democracy Under Pressure

Democracy in both Germany and the United States faces mounting challenges, from rising political polarization to declining trust in institutions and practices.

Episode 9
Social Cohesion in Times of Uncertainty

Timed to coincide with the 35th anniversary of German unification, this event explored what binds societies together in an era of division

Episode 8
Where Do We Go from Here? The Transatlantic Relationship in 2025

European leaders and policymakers are monitoring and explore the potential shifts in transatlantic relations and how Trump's foreign policies may impact European economies, security, diplomacy, and broader international alliances.

Episode 7
“The Biggest Story of Our Time” - Climate Activism and the Election

From sea-level rise, melting glaciers and extreme heat waves: Climate change is the biggest story of our time. What is at stake and how could it influence the US election?

Episode 6
Pop and Protest

Pop culture has become an indispensable arena for political expression and activism. How can popular journalism affect social change?

Episode 5
The War Report: Israel/Palestine in German and American Media Coverage

Episode 4
From Anti-War Activism to Climate Justice: What’s Driving the Left in Germany and the United States?

Episode 3
Searching for a New Political Middle: Fragmentation and Polarization in Europe and the United States

Episode 2
Tolerance, Wokeness, and the Trouble With it All

Episode 1
Dream or Nightmare? The Concept of Freedom in the United States and Germany