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Common Ground Berlin

Common Ground Berlin
Franz Kafka
Berlin
Germany
German Citizenship Law
Creative Industries
Dual Citizenship
Real Estate Costs
Berlin Airport
Ukraine
Naturalization Process
Integration and Immigration
Arts
Goethe Institute
Radio
Goethe Institut
Diversity In Germany
Julia Brodauf
Ulf Saupe
Transatlantic Relations
Affordable Housing

Host Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson brings together prominent voices from all walks of life to tackle questions on vital and fascinating topics to increase public awareness and understanding.

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It used to be older Germans who flocked to Alternative for Germany. But nowadays, it’s actually younger Germans – especially men – who are casting their ballots for the far-right faction and helped the historic surge of AfD in the recent German feder... more

In the second of three episodes, host Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson  explores how and why Alternative for Germany is embracing voters and leaders with immigrant backgrounds and what that means for the far-right party and the federal republic. Featuring Hess... more

In the first of three episodes, host Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson  explores the real impact Alternative for Germany has on Germany institutions and laws as well as mainstream parties and government leaders. Featuring insights from Robert Benson, associate ... more

Happy New Year and what's next for Common Ground Berlin!

Jen Palacios of Simple Germany in Dusseldorf and Matthias Roth of Asphalt-Profis in Berlin join host Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson in an informative and humorous conversation about the woes of getting a driver’s license in the land of Autobahns.

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Host Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson explores whether people who move to Germany actually need to learn German with Steffen Sottung, managing director of international affairs at the Federal Employment Agency in Nuremberg; Britta Schneider, professor of langu... more

Host Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson talks with Berlin Chapter President Constance Chucholowski of Democrats Abroad and Research Director Jeremy Shapiro of the European Council on Foreign relations about the aftermath of one of the most tumultuous elections i... more

Host Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson talks with Senior Fellow Rachel Tausendfreund of the German Council on Foreign Relations and Berlin Chapter President Constance Chucholowski of Democrats Abroad about the aftermath of one of the most tumultuous elections i... more

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Recent Guests

Anna Nguyen
Member of Parliament in Hesse, daughter of Vietnamese immigrants, and member of AfD
Alternative for Germany
Episode: A Federal Republic of Chaos -- Is the far-right reshaping Germany's future? Part Two.
Robert Benson
Associate Director at the Center for American Progress, a nonpartisan think tank in Washington, DC focusing on international policy.
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Episode: A Federal Republic of Chaos -- Is the far-right reshaping Germany's future? Part One.
Jen Palacios
Co-founder of Simple Germany, originally from Guatemala, living in Germany since 2012
Simple Germany
Episode: The elusive “Führerschein” – Why drivers from abroad have a hard time getting a license in Germany.
Matthias Roth
Driving instructor at Asphalt-Profis driving school in Berlin
Asphalt-Profis
Episode: The elusive “Führerschein” – Why drivers from abroad have a hard time getting a license in Germany.
Steffen Sottung
Managing Director of International Affairs at the Federal Employment Agency
Bundesagentur für Arbeit
Episode: Sprechen Sie Deutsch? And should you, if you live and work in Germany?
Ishii Sakala
Immigrant sharing personal experiences with language barriers.
Episode: Sprechen Sie Deutsch? And should you, if you live and work in Germany?
Britta Schneider
Professor of Language Use and Migration at European University Viadrina.
European University Viadrina
Episode: Sprechen Sie Deutsch? And should you, if you live and work in Germany?
Patric Prager
Consultant helping immigrants integrate into the German labor market.
Episode: Sprechen Sie Deutsch? And should you, if you live and work in Germany?
Constance Chucholowski
Chair of the Berlin chapter of Democrats Abroad and managing director of Candid Public Affairs
Democrats Abroad
Episode: What happens to us now? Part II: How the outcome of the U.S. election affects transatlantic relations and the German government crisis.

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Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson
Host of Common Ground Berlin, leading discussions on vital social and political topics with an array of guests.

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A Federal Republic of Chaos -- Is the far-right reshaping Germany's future? Part Two.
Q: Do your family's experiences having fled the communists in Vietnam shape your views today?
Nguyen acknowledges the influence of her family's history on her conservative views and mentions seeing socialist tendencies in Germany.
A Federal Republic of Chaos -- Is the far-right reshaping Germany's future? Part One.
Q: Are there lessons Germany should draw from Poland's electoral results?
Benson elaborates on the challenges and elections in Poland, highlighting how the election of nationalist figures complicates democratic restoration efforts.
A Federal Republic of Chaos -- Is the far-right reshaping Germany's future? Part One.
Q: What are signs of democratic backsliding in Germany compared to the US?
Robert Benson discusses how the far right is ascending in both contexts and compares it to populist movements globally, emphasizing the political systems' differences.
The elusive “Führerschein” – Why drivers from abroad have a hard time getting a license in Germany.
Q: What advice do you have for non-Germans going through the process?
To be patient and confident in their driving skills while navigating the system.
The elusive “Führerschein” – Why drivers from abroad have a hard time getting a license in Germany.
Q: What common misconceptions do people have about obtaining a driver's license in Germany?
Many people think it will be easy, but without full reciprocity, it's a complicated bureaucratic process.

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What is Common Ground Berlin about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the intersection of politics, society, and culture, this show engages listeners through thoughtful discussions on pressing issues that shape contemporary life in Germany and beyond. Each episode presents a mixture of interviews and dialogues that examine the rise of political extremism, innovative societal changes, and diverse cultural perspectives. Notably, the podcast delves into the ramifications of far-right movements in Germany, especially as they resonate with younger generations.

With a format that emphasizes inclusivity and varied viewpoints, the series invites guests from multiple backgrounds to share their insights on subjects ranging from social media's influence on politics to the complexities of navigating bureaucrat... more

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