42: The Answer to Almost Everything

Participative democracy existed in ancient Athens, but not everyone could take part. But did the Greeks really have the first democratic government?

Is it possible to modify our genes?

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

In France, in the Massif Central, Sarah Singla practices conservation agriculture.

Be they mermaids or octopuses, artists are pushing the boundaries of species and challenging the place of human beings at the top. 

Does wealth make you happy? Or maybe true wealth is having nothing at all?

Children often experience their first feelings of love at nursery age.  What does it feel like for children? 

Sustainable consumption: is it all just greenwashing and deception?

Could our economy be organised differently and even shrink?

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

Was everything better in the past? Twist meets nostalgia enthusiasts to find out.

Another day in paradise for heavy metal fans with Obscura, Anthrax, Septicflesh and more.

Behind the glitzy facade of the World Cup... there's a darker side to the world of football.

Our coverage continues for a second day with sets from Sepultura, Carach Angren, Rotting Christ, Malevolence and Sabaton.

Hellfest kicks off now! Day one of France's most famous heavy metal festival includes sets from Shelter and The Plot In You.

As the world heats up, cities around the world are responding to the challenges of climate change with fresh ideas.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

After 40 years of metalling, the legendary Brazilian metal band are calling it a day this year. But you can still watch their last show at Hellfest 2026