Tracks East

Masha Borzunova meets a Russian deserter who tells how he went from being a war hero to an ostracised traitor of his country.

 Twist meets the singular people who dive into dange,r be they artists, scientists, climbers or photojournalists.

Prosperous modern India hides vast inequalities. But is the world’s most populous nation on the up or on the way out?

Why do so many world maps place Europe at the centre? Why not Australia? And why is the north always at the top? 

How is it possible for one of the world’s poorest countries to develop nuclear weapons? 

From queer cake sitting to sex positive tasting evenings, Tracks finds out about food and sexuality.

Andrzej Wajda gives us a rich and deep self-assessment of his body of work, towards the end of his life

Not all nipples are the same. On Instagram or Facebook female breasts are censured whereas the bare male torso is not. Some artists are challenging this double standard. 

Is happiness found in tidying? Ronja von Rönne investigates how to live a more organised life.

Using the latest technology, researchers are discovering the bright colours of ancient Greek art and architecture.  

How can we have more fulfilling sex? Ronja von Rönne meets couples and singles who have reinvented their sexuality.

A look back at the Jeffrey Epstein's life and how the Epstein Files are exposing corruption at the highest level.

Whether at work or on a date - self-confidence makes many things easier. Ronja von Rönne meets people who have overcome their insecurities.

Jean-Michel Jarre sets up his equipment on Seville's Plaza de España for an immersive concert-show.

The Iranian regime is under threat both from outside by the United States and Israel, and from inside: many Iranians want an end to authoritarianism. 

You can’t get rid of the ‘oldest profession in the world,’ but European countries are grappling with how to regulate the sex trade.

From queer cake sitting to sex positive tasting evenings, Tracks finds out about food and sexuality.

Since Elizabeth II passed away, and Charles III took the throne in 2022,  more British people are questioning the legitimacy of the Monarchy

With their adopted daughter and foster twins, Jana and Hartmut want to leave Germany for a new life in Greece.