From Poland to Berlin: A conversation with comedian Kat
Sigrid: I’m definitely not starting this podcast with the usual intro. Instead, I’m kicking off with a quick question for […]
Week 31: Naturalization, Balkonien and German Humor
In this epsidoe we take a closer look at Berlin’s fast-track naturalization system and why Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt is
Germany’s minimum wage set to rise in 2026
Starting January 2026, Germany’s minimum wage will rise to €13.90 per hour, bringing not only higher earnings but also new
German interior minister criticizes Berlin’s digital naturalization process
Germany’s Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) has publicly criticized Berlin’s digital-first approach to naturalization, raising concerns over the integrity of
Migrant pay gap persists across generations in Germany
Migrants in Germany continue to earn significantly less than native-born workers—even into the second generation. That’s the key finding from
Week 30: Migrant Wage Gap, Freibad and Apfelschorle
This week it’s getting spicy — literally. We’re talking to Mythra and Faiza, founders of ZORO Energy, about surviving German
From Spices to Startups: Talking with Mythra and Faiza from ZORO Energy
Sigrid: Today we’re joined by Faiza and Mythra. I hope I’m saying your names correctly. This very international radio show
Migrant founders take center stage at Hamburg’s Demo Day
On July 9, the spotlight was firmly on migrant innovation as The Migrant Accelerator (TMA) celebrated its Spring 2025 Demo
Berlin’s economy senator calls for faster visas and stronger welcome culture for Indian talent
Berlin’s Senator for Economic Affairs, Franziska Giffey (SPD), is urging the federal government to cut bureaucracy and speed up visa