A newly launched political podcast, ‘Mad Kings: Germany’s Power Struggle,’ delves into how global and domestic power dynamics are reshaping Germany’s political landscape.

The political podcast ‘Mad Kings: Germany’s Power Struggle’ made its debut today, promising to explore the effects of shifting global power dynamics on Germany. Hosted by seasoned journalists Britta Sandberg and Christoph Hickmann, the weekly series will examine the challenges posed by authoritarian leaders such as Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, and Donald Trump, as well as the growing influence of tech billionaires in the political arena. The podcast aims to provide in-depth analyses of how these forces, along with domestic pressures like the rise of the Alternative for Germany (AfD), are testing the resilience of German democracy.

Anchored by perspectives from both Germany and the international stage, the podcast seeks to highlight the precarious state of global politics, where traditional rules are often disregarded in favor of power grabs and unpredictability. The hosts plan to evaluate how Germany can navigate these turbulent waters, with special attention to internal challenges like the AfD’s effort to disrupt the nation’s political system. According to host Britta Sandberg, the podcast will tackle questions of democracy under siege, focusing on the forces reshaping both Germany and the wider world.

The inaugural episode, titled ‘Putin’s Dangerous Ties to the AfD,’ delves into the potential ramifications of the AfD’s growing influence and its links to Moscow. The podcast examines whether the AfD serves as a Trojan horse benefiting Kremlin interests and how a potential far-right state government could play into Vladimir Putin’s geopolitical strategy. New episodes of ‘Mad Kings’ will air every Thursday, with additional special episodes planned for major political events such as the upcoming state elections in September. The podcast is accessible on all major platforms, offering listeners a weekly deep dive into the evolving global power struggle.