SWR Kultur Forum
Episodes
Demokratie unter Druck – Was wird aus der „vierten Gewalt“?
In this SWR Kultur Forum episode, experts discuss the pressure on democracy and journalism from polarization, disinformation, and budget cuts.
Dumawahl in Russland – Scheinabstimmung als Barometer der Macht
This SWR Kultur Forum episode analyzes the Russian Duma election as a sham vote serving as a power barometer for Putin.
Unendliche Weiten – 60 Jahre Star Trek
To mark Star Trek's 60th anniversary, SWR Kultur Forum hosts a discussion with media scholars and a fan podcast host about the franchise's cultural impact.
Sachsen-Anhalt vor der Wahl – Ist die AfD noch zu stoppen?
Host Klaus Heinrich discusses the upcoming Saxony-Anhalt state election with experts Detlef Pollack, Sabine Rennefanz, and Christian Stecker.
Die Zukunft der Landwirtschaft – Wie kann der Weg dorthin aussehen?
Host Sabine Schützer discusses the future of agriculture with experts Christine Wieck, Harald Grethe, and Eberhard Hartelt.
Angriff von Google und ChatGPT – Was wird aus der Wikipedia?
This SWR Kultur Forum episode examines Wikipedia’s 25th anniversary, focusing on the challenges posed by AI and declining user numbers.
250 Jahre E.T.A. Hoffmann – Was bleibt vom Schwarzen Romantiker?
To mark the 250th anniversary of E.
KI im Journalismus – Wo liegen die Grenzen?
This SWR Kultur Forum episode examines the impact of AI on journalism with guests Marie Kilk, Dr.
Runter von der Empore – Welche Zukunft hat die Orgelmusik?
This episode explores the future of organ music, contrasting the surge in popularity of social media stars like Anna Lapwood with a severe shortage of church organists.
Politik bis zur Erschöpfung – Wer hält den Job noch aus?
This SWR Kultur Forum episode examines the extreme exhaustion and psychological strain facing modern politicians due to 24/7 digital connectivity and aggressive online attacks.
Verwöhnt und verhätschelt – Erziehen wir unsere Kinder falsch?
This SWR Kultur Forum episode examines whether modern parenting trends, particularly "need-oriented" education promoted on social media, are raising spoiled and unmanageable children.
Provokant und subversiv – Hat Rock'n Roll die Welt verändert?
Bella Germania – Sind Italiens Gastarbeiter angekommen?
This episode commemorates the 70th anniversary of Italian guest workers in Germany, featuring author Bernardino Di Croce, journalist Licia Linardi, and Dr.