Overview

• The Aug. 24 episode aired live from Mainz-Lerchenberg at noon with Andrea Kiewel hosting a Discofox-themed program.
• Schlager names including the Amigos, Olaf Berger, Claudia Jung with DJ Herzbeat, Anna-Carina Woitschack with Jay Khan, Bernhard Brink, Norman Langen and comedian Lutz van der Horst featured on the lineup.
• Non-musical items such as on-air pottery sessions and backstage “vintage cakes” drew complaints on X from viewers who said the content did not match the dance motto.
• At the top of the show, Kiewel delivered a personal message to TV colleague Stefan Mross, offering support during a difficult period for him and his family.
• ZDF says the full broadcast is available to watch on demand in the ZDF-Mediathek.