Sarah Jerram is back in the studio. This time she and Peter are musing about possible reasons for the German reluctance to reproduce at a proper rate. Britain however does a much better job at that.
Birth rate in Germany
This page by the Federal Centre for Political Education provides statistical information on the German birth rate. (German)
Birth rate in the UK
The Office for National Statistics publishes information on births in Britain
In Germany, a Tradition Falls, and Women Rise
The American view on the German phenomenon as published by the New York Times

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Folge vom 01.05.201152. Swinging and teething the hard wayListen to Sarah Jerram, teacher of English at Saarland university, describing her experiences as a working mother in Germany – from the British perspective. What are the most striking differences when it comes to being a parent in Germany or Britain in comparison? List of Playground Equipment Add to your knowledge of playground vocabulary with this article from eHow on playground equipment and toys. \"Playground\" at Wikipedia The encyclopedia article adds some interesting facts about the history of playgrounds and offers pictures that help you understand what the different designations for toys actually refer to.
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Folge vom 15.04.201151. Rebuilding a NationPuerto Rico isn’t the only region that people argue should be counted towards the United States. Episode 51 tells you about the 51st state and several more. We place the Liberty State, Euphoria and Calisota on your map of the US. Never heard of them? You need to change that … now! More states Here is the list that this episode was based on. More counties Not only the United States are larger than commonly assumed. There\'s also more to Britain than meets the bird\'s eye! Read about new frontiers on the British Isles and uncharted territory in other parts of the world. Calisota An article on the state and its history Gotham City Find information about the capital of the famous state. \"Changing Places\" in Euphoria Are you familiar with David Lodge? Read about one of his works in this review. Liberty City An extensive article on the famous racing venue.
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Folge vom 01.04.201150. Challenging Symbolic CelebrationThe popular American author Dan Brown is always good at combining mysterious numbers with even more mysterious symbols into puzzling plots. We try something similar for a special occasion. But instead of leaving you puzzled you will have the opportunity to take part in a little challenge. All you have to work out is a simple number! At the same time you’ll get to know some important symbols of English speaking areas all around the globe. Are you up for our heavily symbolic celebration? Will you find the Lost Number? If you do make sure to leave us a comment including your e-mail address. Dan Brown\'s Lost Symbol An article about one of Dan Brown\'s books that the teaser text alludes to. If you like a thrilling read this is another possibility to practise your English! Today\'s History Lesson The \"War of the Roses\" was an important period in English history. If you are interested this article will complement one part of our episode with many historic details. Advertising Animals Have a look at this short commercial in case you didn\'t believe that gazelles do play Rugby against flightless birds. Icons of Englishness Here you can get to know many more symbols - or icons as they are called here - that stand for England in particular or the UK in general. Many interesting things to discover! U.S. State Insignia The episode left you wondering what the national dinosaur of Texas is? Read up here and find out about it.