Robots, algorithms, artificial intelligence – digitalization is fundamentally changing our working world. But which jobs are disappearing, and which new ones are emerging? And how can we shape this transformation without falling behind? In this episode, find out which tasks machines are taking over and where human interaction remains irreplaceable. We'll reveal why the most important skill of the future lies not in programming, but in lifelong learning – and why soft skills could soon be more important than hard skills in job applications.

Whether at a travel agency, when buying a kitchen, or during a financial consultation – personal advice remains in demand. But how much are we willing to pay for this kind of expertise? And how is the relationship between trust, information, and purchasing decisions changing? In this episode, find out why personal advice remains relevant for many people despite digital alternatives, what it takes for it to be perceived as valuable – and how its importance might change further in the future.

Empty shops, deserted pedestrian zones, and the rise of online retail – brick-and-mortar stores in German city centers are under pressure. But how did this happen? And what ideas exist for shaping this transformation instead of just watching it unfold? In this episode, find out why more and more people are ordering online, what consequences this has for our cities – and how new concepts, from pop-up stores to experiential shopping districts, could give brick-and-mortar retail a future.

More money doesn't automatically mean more consumption – but it does mean different choices. But what would Germans really spend more on in 2025 if they could? And what does that say about our values? In this episode, find out why enjoyment, travel, and security are at the top of the list, what role hobbies play in quality of life and self-realization – and how consumer desires have changed over time.

Do we buy things because we have to – or because we want to? Between frugal consumption, indulgence, and conscious choice, our values are reflected in our purchasing behavior more clearly than ever before. In this episode, learn which consumer types will characterize Germans in 2025, how consumer attitudes have changed over time – and why the true luxury of the future might not lie in possession, but in the freedom to choose.

From sleeping in to petting an animal – the most popular leisure activities of Germans show that it's the simple things that touch us. But why do women experience more joy than men in 77 out of 100 activities? In this episode, find out what leisure time means for personal well-being, which activities resonate particularly emotionally – and why we discover new sources of energy for a fulfilling life precisely through slowing down.

Whether it's camping by the sea or working from home in a van – camping is booming. And that's true across all age groups and income brackets. But what's the source of its fascination? And how is camping changing in times of sustainability, digitalization, and community? In this episode, find out why more and more people are discovering camping as a lifestyle, which trends are shaping travel with tents and vans – and how nature is becoming the stage for new ways of living, working, and connecting.

A good hobby can slow us down, connect us, and inspire us. But who even has one anymore? And why do so many people find it so hard to find one that truly suits them? In this episode, learn how the meaning of hobbies has changed, why they are more important than ever in our fast-paced world – and what it takes for people to (re)discover the courage to try new things and do what truly fulfills them.

Leisure time is more than just relaxation – it reflects our times. But how do Germans spend their free time today? And what does it mean in the age of streaming, self-realization, and constant availability? In this episode, find out how our leisure activities have changed, what we really need today – and why leisure time could become more than ever a space for regeneration, social engagement, and the search for meaning in the future.

Life in the countryside is experiencing a comeback – at least in many people's imaginations. But what does it take for this longing to become reality? And what opportunities does rural life truly offer? In this episode, find out under what conditions the countryside becomes attractive to many again, which innovative concepts are being tested worldwide – and why more than idyllic nature is needed for rural life to become a genuine alternative for all generations.