Where does appreciation end and appropriation begin? Let's unpack the messy, beautiful history of cultural exchange and asks: are we protecting culture… or imprisoning it?

A thoughtful journey through food, faith, and art — and a reminder that culture grows when it’s shared

What happens when tradition collides with progress—and progress starts to splinter?

In this episode, we unpack patriarchy and feminism, tracing the arc from ancient Mesopotamia to modern Germany, from family dinners to boardroom quotas. But this isn’t a lecture—it’s a reality check.

We explore how gender roles have evolved, why feminism came in waves, and why the latest wave is leaving many confused. Has the movement lost its clarity of purpose? Is it still about equality—or has it become something else entirely? We also ask whether well-intentioned tools like gender quotas might actually backfire, risking tokenism and alienating potential allies.

It’s a conversation about uncomfortable truths, invisible biases, and the messy middle ground between biology, culture, and choice.

Are we facing a world with too many people or too few? In this episode of Fabian’s Zeitgeist, we dive into the global population paradox—an urgent issue at the heart of economics, politics, and the survival of humanity.

Discover how humanity surged from 1 billion to 8 billion people in just 200 years, and why this explosive growth is now giving way to stark demographic contrasts:

• Aging societies in Europe, Japan, and China struggling with declining birth rates.

• Youth-driven population booms in Africa and parts of the Global South.

• Migration pressures reshaping borders, politics, and economies worldwide.

We’ll also discuss Elon Musk’s controversial warning that the real threat to civilization isn’t overpopulation—it’s population collapse. Is he right? And how does that align with today’s demographic trends?

Plus, the eerie lessons from Universe 25, the famous experiment showing how societies can collapse even in abundance. Could it foreshadow our future?

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why population growth skyrocketed after the Industrial Revolution.

• How medical and agricultural revolutions changed human destiny.

• The economic and ethical dilemmas of overpopulation vs. underpopulation.

• What Universe 25 reveals about abundance, stress, and societal design.

• Why thinkers like Elon Musk fear declining birth rates more than overpopulation.

Whether you’re worried about overpopulation, aging nations, climate change, or global migration, this episode will challenge your assumptions and spark new questions.

Tune in to explore the future of humanity—because the numbers aren’t just statistics, they shape the world we live in.

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In this episode of Fabian’s Zeitgeist, we confront one of the most intimate and controversial questions of our time: Should we have the right to choose when to die—and if so, who truly makes that choice?

Through personal stories, historical context, and global perspectives; from ancient philosophy to modern legislation, from religious doctrine to farewell parties, this episode dives deep into the emotional terrain where autonomy meets societal pressure.

With raw honesty and philosophical nuance, Fabian shares his own reflections shaped by family experience, cultural myths, and haunting real-life cases.

Is euthanasia a compassionate release—or a quiet coercion masked as dignity?

This is not just a debate—it’s a meditation on life, death, and the fragile space in between.

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses themes of death, illness, and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

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From the trenches of Ukraine to the phalanxes of ancient Greece, from the birth of Israel to the battlefields of Syria and Afghanistan, we explore the primal and complex motivations behind warfare. Is it survival, belonging, identity, or moral conviction? And how do these forces shape not just soldiers, but entire nations?

We’ll examine:

• The fading stream of volunteers in Ukraine and the moral dilemma of sending refugees back to fight
• How fear and desire fuel conflict, as Napoleon once claimed
• The emotional bonds that make people fight for their families, communities, and comrades
• The abstract power of identity and moral values—and how they can both inspire and deceive
• Why people in poorer nations may be more willing to fight than those in wealthy democracies
• The paradox of peace: has comfort made us too soft to defend what we cherish?

This isn’t a history lesson—it’s a mirror held up to our present. Join me in this thought-provoking journey into the psychology, politics, and contradictions of war.

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Why do we crave entertainment? Is it just a way to pass time—or is it something far deeper, more ancient, and essential to being human?

In this episode of Fabian’s Zeitgeist, we dive into the fascinating history and psychology of entertainment. From prehistoric cave art to Shakespearean drama, Roman gladiators to medieval jesters, radio shows to TikTok scrolls, Fabian explores how our need for distraction and storytelling has evolved—and what it reveals about us.

Entertainment isn’t just fluff. It’s how we process fear, explore taboo, rehearse survival, and connect with others. It’s a mirror, a shield, and sometimes, a lifeline. Whether it’s the catharsis of Greek tragedy, the spectacle of blood in the Colosseum, or the dopamine hits of social media, we’re drawn to stories that help us make sense of life’s chaos.

If you’ve ever wondered why you binge-watch, scroll endlessly, or feel moved by a song in a way you can’t explain—this episode is for you. It’s not just about entertainment. It’s about being human.

So grab your headphones, and let yourself be entertained—with purpose.

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In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode of Fabian’s Zeitgeist, we dive into the tangled web of migration—its history, its human cost, and its modern-day complexities. From prehistoric wanderers to today’s asylum seekers, Fabian explores the forces that drive people to move, settle, and sometimes return. With raw honesty, he shares his own journey from Romania to Germany, the story of Elvis from Nigeria, and the uncomfortable truths about integration, identity, and societal pushback. Is remigration a solution or a symptom? Are we preserving culture or resisting change? And what can we learn from Japan’s unapologetically transactional approach to immigration? This episode doesn’t offer easy answers—but it asks the questions we all need to face.

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In a world where lifespans are rising and pension systems are creaking, are we all destined to work into our 70s — or beyond? This episode dives deep into the changing nature of retirement, the politics of aging, and the hidden costs of demographic shifts. From Germany’s push for “active retirees” to the global scramble to patch social safety nets, we ask: Is the future of retirement a soft landing or just another uphill climb? Featuring historical context, personal storytelling, and ideas from leading philosophers, this is a candid conversation about dignity, work, and what it means to grow old in a fast-moving world.

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