🌍 Welcome to Candy Planet! In this episode, we unravel Elon Musk’s dramatic political shift—how he went from supporting Bernie Sanders to amplifying far-right voices in Germany. We explore his livestream with Alice Weidel of the AfD, his involvement in Brazil, and his alignment with Trump’s MAGA movement. 🤔 What’s driving Musk’s right-wing turn? 🚀 How do billionaires like Musk and Zuckerberg amplify far-right agendas? 🇩🇪 Why should we care about Musk’s impact on Germany, Brazil, and beyond? As a Brazilian living in Berlin, this topic hits close to home. Let’s break it down with facts, humor, and solutions for pushing back against the far-right narrative. Timestamps for the Video 0:00 Intro: Why Musk’s Right Turn Affects Us All 1:05 Elon Musk’s Political Evolution: From Bernie to AfD 2:06 What’s Driving Musk’s Shift? Business, Free Speech, or Ego? 3:47 Why Musk’s Right-Wing Turn Matters Globally 4:42 What Can We Do? How to Push Back Against the Far Right 5:58 Outro: Your Thoughts on Musk’s Shift 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. Stay sweet and political! Sources : 📚 Here’s where you can read more: 1. NPR – Coverage of Musk’s livestream with Alice Weidel 2. AP News – Elon Musk and his alignment with far-right movements 3. The New Republic – Tech billionaires’ role in politics 4. Der Spiegel – AfD’s rise in Germany 5. BBC – Elon Musk’s free speech controversies 6. Wikipedia – AfD and its political history in Germany *** Follow Candy Planet Media! Facebook: http://facebook.com/CandyPlanetMedia Instagram: http://instagram.com/candyplanetmedia Produced & edited by Lucas M. Pinheiro.

The German economy is slowing down, and the headlines are calling it the ‘sick man of Europe.’ But what’s really happening? In this episode of Candy Planet, we break down why Germany’s powerhouse economy is struggling, the challenges facing the car industry, and how it affects everyday people—not just in Germany but around the world. Spoiler: It’s not all doom and gloom! 00:00 - Intro: Is Germany’s Economy Kaputt? 00:54 - What’s Happening with Germany’s Economy? 01:55 - Why the Car Industry? 03:15 - How Does This Affect Everyday People? 04:23 - When Will We Feel the Effects? 05:01 - Closing We’ll explore: • Why the German economy is in recession. • How rising energy costs, strict emissions rules, and global competition are hitting the auto industry. • The ripple effects of Germany’s slowdown on Europe and beyond. Let’s dive into the facts! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join the discussion in the comments! - Resources Used Here’s a list of all the resources and quotes featured in this episode: 1. El País: “Germany is now described as the ‘sick man of Europe’ due to stagnation.” 2. Clean Energy Wire: “High energy costs and labor shortages are making German industries uncompetitive.” 3. Reuters: “Volkswagen plans to cut 35,000 jobs in Germany to reduce costs.” 4. Der Spiegel: “This is the worst crisis for German automakers since World War II.” 5. CNN: “Volkswagen’s struggles reflect a deeper problem in Germany’s economic model: dependence on export-driven industrial powerhouses.” 6. Deutsche Welle: “The German economy’s recovery depends on the speed of its green and digital transformation.” *** Follow Candy Planet Media! Facebook: http://facebook.com/CandyPlanetMedia Instagram: http://instagram.com/candyplanetmedia Produced & edited by Lucas M. Pinheiro.

Germany’s political landscape is in turmoil as Olaf Scholz’s government faces a vote of no confidence. In this video, we’ll break down the causes of the crisis, how Germany’s parliament functions, and what happens next. Could Robert Habeck or Friedrich Merz be the next Chancellor? Find out now in this light-hearted yet informative analysis of one of Europe’s most significant political shakeups. Timestamps: • 0:00 Intro: Welcome to Candy Planet! • 0:35 Who is Olaf Scholz? • 1:40 What led to the crisis? • 2:24 How does the German Parliament work? • 3:11 Who could replace Scholz? • 4:19 Conclusion Resources: 1. The Economist – “Germany’s Coalition: Strains in the Government” 2. Politico Europe – “Scholz’s Coalition in Trouble” 3. Tagesschau YouTube Channel 4. DW News YouTube Channel 5. Bundestag Photo Library Subscribe to Candy Planet: Love politics but hate boring explanations? Subscribe for witty, accessible breakdowns of European politics! *** Follow Candy Planet Media! Facebook: http://facebook.com/CandyPlanetMedia Instagram: http://instagram.com/candyplanetmedia Produced & edited by Lucas M. Pinheiro.