Currywurst is one of the most popular snacks in Berlin! But what’s the original recipe — and who invented here? Here, our charming cooking team shows you how to make authentic currywurst, and tells you a bit about its history.

Jan gives a class presentation on the federal state of Berlin, which is of course also Germany's capital city, telling us a bit about its geographical qualities, history, and attractions. Will he be able to improve his grade this time?

Jacob recites two poems by Mascha Kaléko: “Interview mit mir selbst” and “Im Exil.” The German-Jewish poet had to flee to America in 1938, and her works were banned in Germany after the Nazis labeled them “harmful and undesirable.”

Jan from Munich presents us with another fantastical story inspired by the adventures of Baron von Münchhausen — the “Baron of Lies.” Here, the hero rescues himself and his horse from a swamp.

On October 3, 2020, Germany celebrated 30 years since the official reunification. The Wall itself may be long gone, but for many Germans, a “wall” still exists in their minds. How does the generation that grew up in a united Germany feel about it?

Hambach Castle is one of the most important landmarks in Germany, as its history is the history of the country as we know it today. Every year, thousands of tourists visit the castle and learn about the Hambach Festival, which — spoiler alert — was more than just a party!

In Part 2 of this episode of the heute-show, host Oliver Welke and comedian Claus von Wagner address the uneven distribution of wealth, jobs, and government agencies between East and West Germany – which remains a problem even 30 years after reunification.

The heute-show is a German late-night satirical TV program. In this clip, comedian and presenter Oliver Welke takes a look at Germany on the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Wall, and discusses what kinds of divisions and inequalities remain.

As the 30th anniversary of the fall of Berlin Wall approaches, this report takes stock of how far Germany has come, and what still needs to be done. Emphasizing the importance of transparency and freedom of speech has helped reunite the nation – but other divides have also emerged.

Former civil rights activist Roland Jahn and photographer Andreas Rost both played a role in the resistance and fall of the Berlin Wall. Thirty years later, they recall some of the crucial moments from a period in recent German history that was characterized by both unity and division.

Cettina talks about the German traditions that take place on Pentecost and Whit Monday.

Here is a final set of questions from the German citizenship test, covering topics ranging from employment to children's welfare.

In this segment, topics related to marriage, religion, and discrimination in Germany are discussed.

What countries did the "Gastarbeiter" come to Germany from? At what time do Germany's compulsory "quiet hours" begin every night? Answers to these questions and more in this segment from the German citizenship test.

Cettina looks at questions on the German citizenship test related to neighboring countries and German history.

There are many local soccer clubs in Germany, and even smaller towns such as Hochstetten are well-organized with loyal fans. Here, a group sings their official song.

Cettina goes through more questions about Germany, particularly related to the GDR and its EU membership.

More about the family's history is revealed, and Lilly prepares to go back to the West. When she boards the train, Till gives her a 1989 calendar, which means it won't be long before Lilly can live with them.

Lilly finally makes Katrin talk to her, and Lena tells them about Lilly's mother's escape to the West.

To her great disappointment, Lilly only gets a visitor's pass rather than a visa. She remains optimistic about life in the GDR even as she learns more about the reality of living there.

Kathrin continues to reject Lilly's presence in their home, while Lilly learns that her Uncle Rolf has taken trips to the West without ever contacting her.

Lilly learns that it is because of her mother's escape to West Germany that Lena had to stop teaching school. Katrin, certain that Lilly will be send back to the West, continues to be mean to her.

Lilly and her friend look at old photographs of Lilly's parents. In East Berlin, Lena and Rolf try to figure out how they can help Lilly.

Pascal and Lena discuss how things will move forward. The next morning, Lilly races to the train station, desperately hoping she can stay with her aunt.