On July 18, 2025, at 11:30 p.m., Reschke Fernsehen aired a new episode on Das Erste. The focus: sunken World War II shipwrecks – silent witnesses of history that are turning into hidden environmental threats. Many of these wrecks still contain heavy oil, ammunition, or other hazardous substances that, as corrosion progresses, may leak into the sea and endanger entire ecosystems.
The program combines scientific insights and investigative reporting with elements of satire. With wit and subtle humor, it approaches a complex topic in a way that is both thought-provoking and accessible. Viewers are guided through pressing questions: How serious is the threat? What effects can already be measured today? And what measures might prevent a future environmental disaster?
A compelling mix of facts, analysis, and satirical perspective – shedding light on an issue too often overlooked.