Week 37: Asylum Lawsuits, Voice AI Agents and Mallorca

This week on Plus Forty Nine, we explore some of the key stories
shaping Germany today. We break down the surge in asylum lawsuits
flooding the courts, while overall asylum applications are dropping
due to tighter border controls. We also look at Germany’s future
demographic challenges, with nearly a third of the workforce
expected to retire by 2039. In our culture segment, it’s apple
season! From the Bodensee region to towns across the country,
traditional apple festivals offer tastings, orchard tours, and
delicious seasonal dishes. Our guest is Kevin Wu, CEO of Leaping
AI, whose voice AI agents are transforming call centers. Kevin
shares how AI can relieve repetitive tasks, addresses fears of
automation, and compares Berlin’s tech scene with the US. Plus, in
Ask a German: why do Germans love Mallorca for a holiday?