X:enius
X:ENIUS
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X:enius is the new scientific programme on ARTE broadcast from Monday to Friday at 8:45 a.m. and 5:40 p.m. This varied and entertaining programme is a combination of road movie, treasure hunt and science programme.
During the 26 minute broadcast slot, a clear question on an everyday topic runs like a common thread throughout the programme.
On their tour of Europe, the science-mobile gives the two hosts the flexibility to seek out experts, observe natural phenomena directly where they occur and carry out light-hearted experiments locally.
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Oh my God, oh my God – Does praying really work?
Religious symbols and rites are inherent parts of our cultural diversified society and our all day life. The differential beliefs of the religious representatives are often the fuel for heated public debates. But at least there is one thing all religions have in common: Prayers.
Particularly in times of crisis people are asking existential questions and remember God again. Even doctors and scientists believe that faith can move a mountain. But does praying really work?
To get to the bottom of this question Dörthe and Pierre are visiting a quite ungodly place: They are attending Germany’s biggest prison in Berlin-Tegel. Since 20 years pastor Rainer Dabrowski has used prayers in his work here and is deeply convinced of their value. But what do the inmates make out of it? Provides the conversation with the clergyman just a welcome change from the daily prison routine or do they really find their way to God?
X:enius today about near-death experiences, the healing effect of praying and the search for the meaning of life.
