In this episode, host Lars Winkelsdorf discusses the vast scale of illegal weapons in Germany, estimating 30 to 40 million unregistered firearms. He shares his investigative experiences interviewing both criminal dealers and ordinary citizens who hold legacy weapons. The conversation covers the historical origins of German gun laws, including the controversial reuse of the 1938 Reichsgun Act. Winkelsdorf also recounts his controversial legal battles, including a wrongful conviction for allegedly falsifying a media report, and critiques current political lobbying efforts in the firearms indu…
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