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Simple German News: Stories at A2
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113 episodes
2 days ago
Each day, we bring you real-world news, explained clearly and simply in German at an A2 level. Listen, learn, and improve your German while staying informed. This podcast is brought to you by the LinguaSimplify app. Learn languages by reading real-world articles, simplified with AI to your level.
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Each day, we bring you real-world news, explained clearly and simply in German at an A2 level. Listen, learn, and improve your German while staying informed. This podcast is brought to you by the LinguaSimplify app. Learn languages by reading real-world articles, simplified with AI to your level.
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Simple German News: Stories at A2
Europe’s Struggle for a Sustainable Pension System

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With aging populations straining pay-as-you-go schemes, European countries face tough choices — from raising retirement ages to adopting mixed “cappuccino” models to secure future pensions.


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1 day ago
6 minutes 3 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
General Debate: Ukraine, Pensions, and Confrontation with the AfD

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Germany’s Bundestag clash centered on Ukraine policy, stalled pension reforms, and sharp attacks from the AfD — reflecting deep political tension in a fragile new government.


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2 days ago
11 minutes 15 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Africa’s Resources: The Geopolitical Contest for Luanda

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At the AU–EU summit in Luanda, Europe and China vie for influence and access to critical minerals — while African leaders push for local value creation amid deep poverty.


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3 days ago
14 minutes 55 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Germany’s China Dilemma: Dependence, Risk, and Transition

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German industry still relies heavily on China — from rare earths to car sales — even as politics shift toward risk reduction and tougher competition forces companies to rethink supply chains.


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4 days ago
12 minutes 44 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Angola’s Lobito Corridor: Geopolitics and Critical Minerals

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The Lobito Corridor is becoming a key battleground for access to vital minerals — as the U.S. and Europe deepen ties with Angola to counter China’s influence and boost regional infrastructure.


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5 days ago
15 minutes 15 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Child Poverty in Germany: Figures and Risk Factors

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Official data show that more than two million children in Germany face poverty — with education level and migration background among the strongest risk factors.


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1 week ago
5 minutes 44 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
COP30: A Roadmap to Phase Out Fossil Fuels

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At the UN climate summit in Brazil, over 80 nations push for a global plan to end oil, coal, and gas use — facing resistance from producers and calls for concrete action.


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1 week ago
5 minutes 32 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Syrian Skilled Workers: Germany’s Labor Market and the Return Debate

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Syrian refugees have become vital to Germany’s workforce — but political calls for repatriation risk deepening labor shortages and undermining integration progress.


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1 week ago
13 minutes 40 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Cleaning Up Orbit: The Fight Against Space Debris

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A Munich startup led by a 22-year-old innovator takes on the growing threat of space junk — with Bavarian funding and bold plans to make invisible debris visible.


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1 week ago
6 minutes 51 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Bundeswehr Reform: Voluntary Service and Mandatory Conscription Screening

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Germany’s new defense plan rejects a full draft return but introduces mandatory screening for young men — aiming to boost voluntary enlistment while sparking debate over fairness and burden.


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1 week ago
3 minutes 50 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Germany’s Climate Path: Balancing Growth and COP30 Goals

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Once a climate leader, Germany now faces criticism for prioritizing economic growth over emissions targets — as experts warn its current policies fall short of COP30 ambitions.


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2 weeks ago
6 minutes 26 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Google’s €5.5 Billion Bet on Germany’s Digital Future

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Google’s massive data center investment boosts Germany’s digital infrastructure and jobs — while raising questions about tech dependence, sovereignty, and sustainability.


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2 weeks ago
4 minutes 6 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
The Paris Agreement: Progress and a Worsening Climate Crisis

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Ten years on, the Paris Agreement shows both major gains in renewable energy and alarming setbacks — as rising emissions and warming trends push the world closer to critical tipping points.


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2 weeks ago
4 minutes 21 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Life Satisfaction and Integration of Migrants in Germany

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Studies show rising well-being among immigrants the longer they stay — yet a “paradox” emerges as second-generation migrants report lower satisfaction, highlighting the role of expectations, origin, and language skills in integration.


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2 weeks ago
8 minutes 44 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
The Next EU Enlargement: Candidates and Needed Reforms

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From the Western Balkans to Ukraine, ten countries are seeking EU membership — but political hurdles, strict accession criteria, and internal EU reforms will shape who joins next and when.


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3 weeks ago
6 minutes 26 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Stay Culture: Migration and Care Work in Germany

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Germany relies heavily on migrant healthcare workers — but language barriers, burnout, unmet expectations, and discrimination show why true integration requires more than a “welcome culture.”


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3 weeks ago
6 minutes 49 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Repatriation Drive: Deportations and Voluntary Returns

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Germany’s “repatriation offensive” aims to speed up deportations, yet most departures remain voluntary — exposing legal hurdles, political rifts, and practical limits.


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3 weeks ago
7 minutes 55 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Albert Göring: Brother, Dissident, Rescuer

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The lesser-known brother of Hermann Göring defied the Nazi regime, risking his life to save Jews and dissidents — a story of courage, loyalty, and moral conviction.


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3 weeks ago
9 minutes 13 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Young Ukrainians Seeking Refuge in Germany

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A growing number of Ukrainian men aged 18–22 are arriving in Germany after new exit rules — fleeing conscription fears and searching for safety and opportunity abroad.


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4 weeks ago
5 minutes 50 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
War and Disaster Preparedness in German Schools

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A new proposal to teach crisis readiness in schools sparks debate — with supporters calling it vital for resilience and critics warning against fear-driven education.


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1 month ago
8 minutes 54 seconds

Simple German News: Stories at A2
Each day, we bring you real-world news, explained clearly and simply in German at an A2 level. Listen, learn, and improve your German while staying informed. This podcast is brought to you by the LinguaSimplify app. Learn languages by reading real-world articles, simplified with AI to your level.