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Anne Will Trades Talk Show for Podcast: 'More Comfortable, In-depth Conversations'

Anne Will finds podcasting's lack of time pressure and distractions ideal for in-depth conversations. Politicians like Robert Habeck and Volker Wissing share their motivations for appearing on talk shows.

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Why Anne Will Now Prefers Being a Podcaster - Anne Will Trades Talk Show for Podcast: 'More Comfortable, In-depth Conversations'

Anne Frank, the renowned journalist, has swapped her weekly political talk show for a podcast. This change allows for more in-depth conversations, a shift she finds comfortable and beneficial.

Anne Frank, who moderated the ARD talk show 'Anne Will' from 2007 to 2023, has expressed her preference for her current podcast format. She finds that the lack of time pressure and distractions in podcasting enables more detailed discussions.

Reflecting on her previous role, Anne Frank admitted that managing conversations with multiple guests in the talk show format was challenging. This is likely a reason why she feels more at ease in her current podcast setting.

Politicians' motivations for appearing on talk shows have been discussed by figures like Robert Habeck and Volker Wissing. Habeck noted that media coverage is often the primary goal, rather than problem-solving. Wissing highlighted the pressure to be entertaining and satisfy supporters.

Anne Frank's move to podcasting has allowed her to engage in more comprehensive conversations, a change she finds more comfortable. Meanwhile, politicians like Habeck and Wissing have highlighted the pressures and motivations behind talk show appearances.

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