This series of podcast-interviews gives researchers from all over Europe a voice. How is the project of European integration viewed in different countries? What will the European Union look like after Brexit? We exchange views from different countries, talk about background specifics, and try to give an honest assessment of the state of the EU. Oliver Costa suggested to read the novel „La vie devant soi“ by Romain Gary (1914-1980 ) who published it under the pen-name "Emile Ajar". It was originally published in English as „Momo" translated by Ralph Manheim, then re-published in 1986 as The Life Before Us. There are several editions available. Moderation: Felix Heidenreich (IZKT) A project produced in cooperation with the Public Library of Stuttgart and Stiftung Geißstraße Stuttgart.