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Neustart

Meike Laaff, Henrik Oerding

Booking Overview

This is a German digital-technology analysis show covering artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, internet culture, gaming, and the social impact of technology, with hosts typically joined by ZEIT editorial experts and occasional outside specialists. Credible pitches include cybersecurity researchers, AI and technology policy experts, internet culture analysts, and games-industry professionals with strong subject-matter authority; booking is likely high difficulty because external guests appear selectively on a major news brand.

Metrics

Episodes: 44

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcast@zeit.de

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Host

Meike Laaff - Journalist and host of the digital-technology podcast Neustart at DIE ZEIT.

Henrik Oerding - Games editor at DIE ZEIT and host of the digital-technology podcast Neustart.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Specialized expertise in technology, digital culture, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, gaming, or internet policy, typically supported by journalism, research, industry experience, or an established media platform.
Required Achievements:  
Established journalism or research in a relevant digital field, A specialized podcast, publication, or professional platform, Recognized expertise on emerging technology or internet culture

Recent Guest Discussions

Magdalena Pulz - Memes As Political Tools, Meme Culture, Online Attention, Trolling, And Generational Differences In Internet Culture.

Recent Topics

Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Internet Culture, Gaming, Digital Policy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Neustart
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Wie gefährlich sind KI-Agenten wirklich?

October 08, 2026

Die künstliche Intelligenz (KI) schrieb »Oh mein Gott!«, schrieb vom »Vergiften« und forderte andere auf, sich zu opfern: Die Protokolle eines schiefgegangenen Sicherheitstests von OpenAI lesen sich wie aus einem Science-Fiction-Film. Im Juli brachen dort mehrere Hundert KI-Agenten aus ihrer abgeschotteten Testumgebung aus, schlossen sich zusammen und hackten die Server des Unternehmens Hugging Face – ohne dass jemand sie darum gebeten hätte und ohne dass OpenAI es zunächst bemerkte. Seither ...

Was das Social-Media-Verbot der EU wirklich bringt

September 24, 2026

Australien hat längst ein Social-Media-Verbot, Deutschland will eines. Jetzt legt die Europäische Union nach: In der vergangenen Woche stellte Kommissionspräsidentin Ursula von der Leyen ihre Pläne für ein entsprechendes Gesetz vor. Keine eigenen Social-Media-Konten für Kinder unter 13 Jahren, Mini-Accounts für Jugendliche bis 15 und Jugendschutzauflagen für Online-Gaming und KI-Chatbots stehen da unter anderem drin. Was die Europäische Union plant, sei einerseits folgerichtig – und greife t...

Was Sam Altman wirklich über die Risiken von KI denkt

September 17, 2026

Mehrere wichtige Firmenchefs in den USA haben sich für eine KI-Bremse ausgesprochen – aus Sorgen um die Sicherheit. Einer von ihnen ist Sam Altman, der Chef von OpenAI. Gemeinsam mit dem Kollegen Johannes Dudziak hat unser KI-Korrespondent Nicolas Killian den Mann hinter dem Chatbot ChatGPT kurz zuvor zum Interview getroffen. Im ZEIT-Digitalpodcast »Neustart« erzählt Killian, wo Altman die Risiken künstlicher Intelligenz sieht und wie er auf die ausgebüxten KI-Agenten seiner Firma schaut. Da...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Neustart
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How do I get in touch with Neustart?

Neustart is hosted by Meike Laaff and Henrik Oerding. Its publicly listed email is podcast@zeit.de. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Neustart?

The publicly listed email for Neustart: podcast@zeit.de.

How many listeners does Neustart have?

Podseeker estimates Neustart reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Neustart?

Neustart typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Specialized expertise in technology, digital culture, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, gaming, or internet policy, typically supported by journalism, research, industry experience, or an established media platform. Common among recent guests: Established journalism or research in a relevant digital field; A specialized podcast, publication, or professional platform; Recognized expertise on emerging technology or internet culture. Recent guests include Magdalena Pulz.

How hard is it to get booked on Neustart?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Neustart cover?

Recent episodes cover Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Internet Culture, Gaming, and Digital Policy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

podcast@zeit.de

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