Red Arrow International
6 x 30 min
Germany is a land full of neurotic and worried people. But how real and dangerous are the perceived threats? And how do the Germans manage their anxiety?
Fear of social decline, violence and of surveillance: taking all the issues serious but with a healthy dose of humor, “German Angst” addresses the most common fears plaguing modern societies.
In each episode our host faces a different fear. He makes his way through Germany seeking relevant knowledge and engaging those most affected. Meeting with the top-notch experts behind the statistics making the Germans so nervous, he gradually finds an understanding of their typical insecurities.
Are the alarmists correct? And what is the best possible way to cope with such fear?
The concept is adaptable to every country, as every modern society has to face certain fears. What is a Brit’s worst nightmare? What is a typically French fear? What are the Danish afraid of? What is every Italian’s horror scenario?
“German Angst”: Overcome your Fear!