Michael Altinger launches his new late-night talk show titled “Altinger” on BR Fernsehen, following the format “Ringlstetter”, according to a report by gala.de. The 55-year-old Bavarian cabarettist and author, well-known to audiences as a co-host on the satirical show “schlachthof,” brings a fresh format focused on everyday social topics rather than heavy political discourse.
Michael Altinger Takes the Stage on October 15
The premiere episode of “Altinger” airs at 22:00 on Thursday, October 15, on BR Fernsehen and in the network’s media library. Altinger conducts interviews from a residential-style desk setup designed to create a cozy and intimate atmosphere for his guests. The show follows the conclusion of “Ringlstetter,” which ran from 2016 to 2025.
For his opening night, Altinger welcomes sports moderator Katrin Müller-Hohenstein and Nockherberg star Wolfgang Krebs. Austrian cabaret prize winner Antonia Stabinger joins the premiere as a special guest. Subsequent episodes feature guests such as Claudia Koreck, Helmfried von Lüttichau, Anja Kohl, Günter Grünwald, Anna Maria Sturm, and Abdelkarim.
Hannes Ringlstetter Offers Advice for the New Format
Before launching his own personality show, Altinger consulted with his predecessor, Hannes Ringlstetter. Ringlstetter’s primary advice centered on enthusiasm: Freu Dich auf jeden Gast und lass jeden Gast Deine Freude spüren,
Altinger told spot on news regarding the counsel he received.
Unlike his group-dynamic role on “schlachthof,” Altinger shoulders individual responsibility for the new production. He actively shapes the show’s content alongside the production team. To manage pre-show nerves, the Landshut-based entertainer relies on fresh air, physical movement, and perspective. The late-night broadcast follows two existing satire programs on the network—”quer” and “schlachthof”—prompting Altinger to steer his own conversations away from daily headlines and toward broader societal phenomena, such as the resurgence of traditional Bavarian customs like the noisy morning wedding wake-up ritual.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Altinger Show
What time and where can viewers watch the show?
New episodes air every Thursday at 22:00 on BR Fernsehen and are simultaneously made available in the ARD Mediathek.
Who are the guests for the second episode on October 22?
Singer-songwriter Claudia Koreck and actor Helmfried von Lüttichau join Michael Altinger for the second broadcast on October 22.
What inspired the visual setup of the studio?
Altinger utilizes a living-room desk configuration to foster a relaxed, private atmosphere that encourages deeper, more conversational interviews with his guests.
How does the format differ from Altinger’s previous work on schlachthof?
While “schlachthof” featured a shared stage with multiple comedians, the new personality show places Altinger at the center as the sole host, allowing for extended, one-on-one dialogue with guests from both comedy and non-comedy backgrounds.
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