Épisodes

  • Plenarprotokoll 01/004
    Nov 16 2025
    In this podcast episode, Sahra discusses the contents of the German Bundestag's parliamentary session of September 15, 1949. During this session, the primary topic was the suspension of pending criminal proceedings against MPs Alfred Loritz and Alfred Onnen, centered around the immunity stipulated in Article 46, Section 4 of the Basic Law. The issue was about whether the pending proceedings could continue based on a judgment from the Reichsgericht in 1875 which some, like MP Zinn, argued was no longer compatible with the current Basic Law. The Bundestag adopted Zinn's proposal for suspension until an appropriate legal interpretation could be made. Also during the session, MP Blücher's motion to postpone the next parliamentary session by 24 hours to allow for better preparation was accepted, despite some resistance. Ultimately, the session ended with the announcement that the next session would be held on September 20th.
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    4 min
  • Plenarprotokoll 01/003
    Nov 16 2025
    In this episode of "Plenarprotokolle des Deutschen Bundestages aus OpenData," Sahra takes listeners back to one of the key sessions of the German Bundestag held on September 15, 1949. This third meeting of the first electoral period of Bundestag addressed several essential points, such as the formation of the "National Rights" group. Additionally, it was in this session that the first Federal Chancellor, Dr. Konrad Adenauer, was elected. Despite being presented with ballot papers to mark "Yes" or "No", some members interestingly wrote "Adenauer", which was accepted as a valid vote. The episode marks this session as a cornerstone in German politics. Furthermore, Sahra invites listeners to look into the episode's show notes for added details on the topics discussed.
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    2 min
  • Plenarprotokoll 01/002
    Nov 16 2025
    In this episode of Plenarprotokolle des Deutschen Bundestages, the host, Sahra takes us back to a historical session of the German parliament on September 12, 1949. Sahra recounts the key moments from the event including when the Federal President, Dr. Heuss, took his oath of office and delivered a significant speech. The address focused on points such as the importance of democracy and freedom, rejection of centralism, the role of the president as a balancing force and the interrelation of Germany and Europe. The address ended under the influence of Psalm that says 'justice exalts a nation' and was received by a long and lively applause.
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    3 min
  • Plenarprotokoll 01/001
    Nov 16 2025
    In this episode of Plenarprotokolle des Deutschen Bundestages (Parliamentary Protocols of the German Bundestag) from OpenData, Sahra gives us a historical overview of the first sitting of the German Bundestag, which took place on 7th September 1949 in Bonn. The session was opened by the eldest member, Paul Löbe, who emphasized the importance of Germany's reunification, the necessity of a stable government and a healthy economy. He prioritized the fate of the German Eastern territories and assured that Germany wanted to be an earnest part of a united Europe. Löbe also reflected on the destructive consequences of WWII and encouraged collective action to rebuild society and uplift people's morale. The episode concluded with the election of the Bundestag's president, Dr. Köhler, and his call for unity and constructive cooperation for the greater good of the people.
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    4 min