A Cheeky Commentary on "Markus Lanz" and Its Upcoming Milestone Episode!
Well, well, well! If it isn’t our beloved political talk show "Markus Lanz," ready to pop the champagne (or perhaps just a lukewarm soda) for its 2000th episode! I mean, that’s more political discussions than I’ve had hot dinners! Who knew watching politicians squabble could be so addictively entertaining? We’ve got all the juiciest gossip, sassy comebacks, and well-researched arguments right here, folks. It’s like the "EastEnders" of political discourse, minus the dramatic theme tune – though let’s be honest, sometimes those discussions could use a good string quartet to accompany the melodrama!
Now, Markus, bless him, doesn’t just sit there twiddling his thumbs. No, our lad brings in experts, journalists, and politicians to dissect the latest in politics, business, and society! Clearly, he forgot that some of us just want to tune in and watch celebrity gossip, but hey – who doesn’t love a good debate over arms deliveries, right? Let’s take a moment to appreciate the sheer effort that goes into analyzing every little decision in the labyrinth of politics. Who wouldn’t want to listen to an expert mumble about the complexities of EU asylum policies while you try to figure out where you parked your car?
Interestingly, the show gives us insights into the Green Party’s meltdown with a guest appearance from none other than Andreas Audretsch. Is that a name or a spell from Harry Potter? You’d think he’d conjure some political magic, but alas, the green magic is more like an intricate game of Twister at this point. They’re twisting, turning, and trying to get a grip on the political landscape. Kudos to Lanz for keeping the constitutional circus alive for a mere 16 years! What a feat! That’s enough time to raise a generation of politicos who can argue over brunch without it turning into an all-out food fight!
On tonight’s menu – you guessed it – the ever-thorny discussion around arms deliveries to Israel, plus a side of the Russia-Ukraine conflict! What pairs best with that, you ask? A hint of diplomatic solution, perhaps. If you’re not careful, you might end up getting a PhD in geopolitics just from tuning in! Just make sure to bring your popcorn (or a stiff drink), because if anyone’s bringing the heat, it’s certainly Paul Ronzheimer with his war reporter tales from Gaza and Lebanon. Leave it to a journalist to have the ‘inside scoop’ while my biggest insider tip is knowing how half my friends will order their coffee!
And let’s talk about the guests for a minute, shall we? Norbert Röttgen, Sabine Adler, Daniel Gerlach, and, of course, Paul Ronzheimer. I mean, if these names don’t sound like a secret society of political wizards ready to cast political spells, I don’t know what does! They’ve clearly arrived to make complicated issues sound as light as a feather…or at least like a pillow fight where some participants forgot they were supposed to be gently tossing cushions!
In the world of intellectual debates, “Markus Lanz” has transitioned effortlessly into the podcasting universe with "Lanz und Precht." Brilliant! We can all listen while simultaneously washing dishes or pretending to exercise. And if you’ve somehow missed all of this delightful chaos, don’t worry! You can catch up on ZDF’s Media Library. It’s like Netflix for political discussions, minus the binge-watching levels of guilt – or maybe that’s just me projecting here.
In conclusion, "Markus Lanz" continues to be a source of political enlightenment, entertainment, and, let’s be real, occasionally a raw nerve for politicians in jelly shoes. Now excuse me while I get ready to tune in this evening to watch them tackle arms deliveries, while I contemplate why my last delivery from the pizza place was faster than any diplomatic resolution! Cheers to 2000 episodes, Markus! May your debates be spicy, your guests engaging, and your viewership ever-growing!
“Markus Lanz” discusses current topics from politics, business and society three times a week. To do this, the host invites professional politicians, experts and journalists to the studio to classify the issues or evaluate them in the political context of their party. The political talk show has been an integral part of the for more than 16 years ZDFprogram. Next week “Markus Lanz” will celebrate a big anniversary with the 2000th episode.
In addition to his broadcast in ZDF Lanz also works as a podcaster, among other things. Together with Richard David Precht, he records a new episode of “Lanz und Precht” every week, which is usually published on Fridays. Documentaries are also part of Lanz’s repertoire – the documentary “America Unvarnished” was released at the beginning of October, which deals with the election campaign in the USA and allows both Trump supporters and Harris zealots to have their say. You can watch the entire film, among other things watch for free on YouTube.
What is “Markus Lanz” about today? Which guests are in the studio and what topic is being discussed? We have answers to these questions and all the information about the latest edition of the political talk show for you here.
Where is “Markus Lanz” showing today on Thursday?
As always, “Markus Lanz” is there late in the evening ZDF to see. Alternatively, you can also click on the Live-Stream des Senders fall back. As usual, the latest edition of the talk session will be streamed at the same time ZDF-Media library broadcast. All information at a glance:
- What? “Markus Lanz” (episode 1999)
- When? Thursday, October 17, 2024, 11:15 p.m
- Wo? ZDF (TV), ZDF-Livestream (Online)
If you want to spend the entire evening with political talk, you can also watch the new episode of “Maybrit Illner” before “Markus Lanz”. Today it’s about European asylum and migration policy.
Topic on “Markus Lanz” today on October 17th, 24
Markus Lanz discusses one or two topics with his guests on each show. Wednesday’s broadcast was, among other things, about the Green Party’s crisis. The guest was Andreas Audretsch, who commented on his party’s leadership change and the strategy for the upcoming federal election. Robert Habeck’s standing within the party was also discussed. What is today about? The debate about arms deliveries to Israel, the development of the Russia-Ukraine war and the chances of a diplomatic solution.
“Markus Lanz” today: guests on October 17, 2024
In each episode, Markus Lanz welcomes politicians, experts and media representatives to discuss a current political, social or economic issue with him. Today’s guest list:
Norbert Röttgen, CDU foreign politician
He comments on the discussion about arms deliveries to Israel and analyzes the developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the possibilities for a diplomatic solution.
Sabine Adler, journalist
The Eastern Europe correspondent of Deutschlandfunk addresses the connections and parallels between the conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
Daniel Gerlach, journalist
The editor-in-chief of zenith discusses the current situation in the Middle East and highlights the region as a key location for global power shifts.
Paul Ronzheimer, Journalist
The deputy boss of Bild reports on his experiences as a war reporter in Gaza and Lebanon and says: “My mother often asks me why I do this job to her.”
Missed the episode? Watch “Markus Lanz” in the repeat
If you don’t have time to watch the latest talk show by and with Markus Lanz on TV, you also have the option of watching the program afterwards ZDF-Media library to retrieve. The shows remain available there for a few months after their initial broadcast. A repeat on television offers this ZDF not against that.
Broadcast dates: When will “Markus Lanz” be shown next week?
There will be no changes to the broadcast rhythm in the coming week. As always, the political talk is on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday late in the evening ZDF to see. However, the Wednesday edition doesn’t run until midnight, which is why we chose the date on Thursday. You can see what the broadcast dates of “Markus Lanz” will look like in the coming week from this list:
- Tuesday, October 22, 2024: 11:15 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (ZDF)
- Thursday, October 24, 2024: 12:00 a.m. to 12:45 a.m. (ZDF)
- Thursday, October 24, 2024: 11:15 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (ZDF)
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