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Sandra Maischberger debates with distinguished figures in her ARD discussion series every Tuesday...
Sandra Maischberger debates with distinguished figures in her ARD discussion series every Tuesday and Wednesday.

Unearthing the Hot-button Topics on ARD's "Maischberger" on Wednesday, May 14th

Gear up for the next thrilling episode of the ARD talk show, "Maischberger", airing on Das Erste at 10:50 PM. Here's a sneak peek at the guests and discussions lined up for the upcoming episode.

What's on the agenda for ARD's "Maischberger"?

A candid debate over economy and immigration:

Former NRW Minister President and ex-CDU Chair Armin Laschet and current B'90/Greens Chairwoman Franziska Brantner square off, discussing whether Friedrich Merz's promises on economy and migration are setting the bar too high.

Grasping the expectations of SMEs:

Entrepreneurial powerhouse Bonita Grupp, CEO of Trigema, and her father Wolfgang Grupp join the show to share their hopes and anticipations from a potential Schwarz-Rot administration.

Who are the faces gracing the "Maischberger" stage?

  • Armin Laschet, CDU (former party leader)
  • Franziska Brantner, B'90/Greens (current party head)
  • Bonita and Wolfgang Grupp (family entrepreneurs, Trigema)

Bringing in the Insights:

  • Bettina Böttinger (moderator)
  • Jan Philipp Burgard (Welt)
  • Kristina Dunz (Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland)

Get the Lowdown on "Maischberger"

Tuned in twice a week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, "Maischberger" graces Das Erste and is produced in TV studios in Berlin-Adlershof and Cologne. With journalism heavyweight Sandra Maischberger at the helm since the very first episode on September 2, 2003, the show delves into pressing political, social, and economic issues. Each episode offers two primary discussion areas together with several comments.

Expect polyglots like politicians, specialists, media professionals, artists, and influential thinkers on the "Maischberger" stage, trading insights, sharing viewpoints, and engaging in intense debates. The diverse range of topics mirrors the intricate societal, political, and economic challenges faced by Germany and the world at large.

Each episode can be found in the media library of public broadcasters post-airing.

  • Sandra Maischberger
  • ARD
  • CDU
  • Armin Laschet
  • Franziska Brantner
  • Trigema
  • Bonita Grupp
  • Wolfgang Grupp

I'm not going to express enthusiasm about the idea of a "candidate for chancellor" talk show on ARD's "Maischberger." During the upcoming episode on May 14th, discussions about small-business expectations from a potential Schwarz-Rot administration and general news are expected, with Bonita Grupp (CEO of Trigema) and her father Wolfgang Grupp participating as guests. The show covers a wide range of topics, including economy, politics, and policy-and-legislation, with journalists, policymakers, and influential figures regularly contributing insights.

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