Markus Lanz Talk Show Guests and Topics September 24, 2026

ZDF's popular talk show "Markus Lanz" will delve into current political and societal issues on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The broadcast is scheduled to air on ZDF at 11:15 PM.

Among the evening's guests are historian and professor Andreas Rödder, who will discuss CDU policy and the question of isolating the AfD. Joining him will be prominent political scientist Herfried Münkler, who will analyze the crisis facing popular parties and draw parallels to earlier periods in German democratic history. Professor Nina Kolleck, specializing in educational and socialization theory, and journalist Robin Alexander will also participate.

Kolleck will present findings from the study "Jugend in Deutschland 2026" (Youth in Germany 2026) and discuss young people's voting behavior. Alexander will, in turn, analyze the position of Chancellor Merz and the CDU following significant losses in state elections. The talk show is known for its host Markus Lanz's persistent and in-depth interviewing style.

Markus Lanz has hosted his eponymous talk show on ZDF since 2009. The program has established itself as one of Germany's most significant political discussion forums, distinguishing itself from other formats through its diverse guest selection and the breadth of topics covered.