Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Hart aber fair Examines Black Friday Bargains Tonight on ARD

The live forum probes what deep discounts really mean for consumers, workers, the environment, competition.

Overview

  • The 75‑minute episode airs Monday at 21:00 on ARD, with a simultaneous live stream and on‑demand access in the ARD Mediathek.
  • Moderator Louis Klamroth leads a live discussion that invites public input alongside short reports and data.
  • Confirmed guests include Christoph Ploß (CDU), Renate Künast (Greens), influencer Bianca Heinicke, professor Gerrit Heinemann, consumer advocate Tatjana Halm, and ecommerce association leader Gero Furchheim.
  • The discussion assesses whether Black Friday deals are genuine, highlighting common pricing tactics and potential pitfalls.
  • Labor conditions, returns-related waste, fast-delivery pressures, and the case for tighter platform rules, including scrutiny of new Chinese shopping portals, are on the agenda.