Best Danmark Podcasts (2026)

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En oppdatering om hvordan ståa er med Nordisk Krigshistorie og planene fremover. I denne episoden: Kort informasjon om manglende produksjon av episoder Utfordringer knyttet til episodene som omhandler borgerkrigene i Skandinavia Planene for 2026 GODT NYTT ÅR!

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138 | What to Expect on a Danish New Year's Eve 31:35

4h ago31:35

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What should you expect from your first New Year’s Eve in Denmark? Couch-jumping? Royal speeches? Fireworks that feel slightly… unregulated? In this end-of-year episode, Derek and Conrad break down Danish New Year traditions from the perspective of internationals who’ve learned them the hard (and funny) way. From watching the King’s speech at 6 pm a…

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Er vegetarisk røvsygt? Konfrontation, kød og kærlighed til naturen med Sebastian Klein 57:16

3d ago57:16

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Hvem gider spise en kogt porre? Er det taberagtigt med plantebøffer? Og ændrer oplysning overhovedet noget, hvis vaner, kultur og pris trækker i den modsatte retning? I denne episode møder vi Sebastian Klein til en intens og bramfri samtale om kød, natur og alt dét, der står i vejen for reelle forandringer. Med Danmarks EU-formandskab som bagtæppe …

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137 | Danish Christmas Culture Shocks (replay) 28:59

3d ago28:59

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With Christmas just around the corner, we’re revisiting one of our favorite holiday episodes from last year. In this festive roundtable, Derek, Conrad, Brooke, Annie, and guest Steven Feraru, talk about the big and small culture shocks that come with celebrating Christmas in Denmark as an international. From julekalenders and gløgg to julefrokost c…

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Vintermad: Få smæk på smagen 56:35

6d ago56:35

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Vinteren banker på døren, og det samme gør de danske sæsongrøntsager, der bare venter på at blive brugt til noget meget mere spændende end en tur på bagepladen. I dette afsnit får vi besøg af Adam Kuskner, adfærdsspecialist fra Plantebaseret Videnscenter, og Benjamin Larsen fra Cater Grønt – et perfekt makkerpar af råvarenørd og smagsnørd. Vi udfor…

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Fremtidens plantebaserede takeaway 59:59

9d ago59:59

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I denne episode har vi besøg af Kristina fra grossisten INCO og Jakob fra brancheorganisationen Danske Restauranter og Caféer, der tager os med bag kulisserne i restaurant- og cafébranchen. Vi dykker ned i, hvad der egentlig sker, før maden lander på din tallerken – og hvorfor grøn omstilling i takeaway spiller en større rolle end nogensinde før. V…

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136 | How to Survive a Danish Winter (According to Unhinged People Who Actually Live Here) 38:57

9d ago38:57

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Winter in Denmark isn’t just cold, it’s dark, windy, wet, and emotionally confusing. In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark, Derek and Conrad are joined by comedians Jeff Bond and Jacob Taarnhøj to break down how to actually survive a Danish winter. From cycling through sideways wind, understanding seasonal affective disorder, navigating …

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135 | Parenting Through Denmark’s Healthcare 27:45

15d ago27:45

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If you’re raising kids in Denmark and still feel confused every time you deal with the healthcare system, this episode will make things finally click. Derek and Brooke return for part two of their conversation with Emma, a British pediatrician based in Copenhagen. This time, the three of them talk about what it actually feels like to navigate Danis…

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134 | Navigating Healthcare in Denmark as an International 30:14

17d ago30:14

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Navigating Denmark’s healthcare system as an international can feel confusing, surprising, and occasionally hilarious, but it doesn’t have to. Derek and Brooke sit down with Dr. Emma, a British pediatrician in Copenhagen, to unpack how the system really works for internationals. They cover why the GP is your main gateway into care, why appointments…

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Favoriter om favoriter: Jenny Tunedal och UKON om Emily Dickinson 1:00:06

21d ago1:00:06

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Möt Jenny Tunedal och UKON som besökte Kulturhuset den 5 november 2025 för att berätta om sin favoritförfattare och en av poesins mest älskade röster – Emily Dickinson.Jenny Tunedal är poet, översättare och förläggare, bosatt i Skärholmen. Hon har gett ut flera prisbelönta diktsamlingar, däribland "Rosor skador", som nominerades till Augustpriset, …

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Arundhati Roy (Indien) i samtal med Judith Kiros 1:05:40

21d ago1:05:40

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The conversation is in English, after a short introduction in Swedish.Den älskade författaren till bästsäljaren "De små tingens gud" gästade Internationell författarscen den 4 november 2025 för ett samtal om "Mitt skydd och min storm". I boken berättar Arundhati Roy om sin uppväxt i Kerala, sin mor, och om hur hon blev den människa och författare h…

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Favoriter om favoriter: Yolanda Bohm om Sapfo 57:53

26d ago57:53

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Möt Yolanda Bohm som besökte Kulturhuset den 27 november 2025 för att berätta om en av sina favoriter, den antika poeten Sapfo.Yolanda Bohm är poet, översättare, föreläsare och transaktivist. Hon har gett ut poesiboken "Ikon", där hon skriver om rasism, trånga kroppar och könsroller, kolonialism och förluster, men också närhet, kärlek och transhuma…

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133 | Enough About Mikkel Klint Thorius (part 2) 28:37

22d ago28:37

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In this second half of our conversation with comedian Mikkel Klint-Thorius, we dive even deeper into Danish humor, cultural taboos, political satire, and how comedy evolves with the times. From reflections on “casual racism” in old material to Denmark’s unique relationship with free speech, intent, and edge-pushing jokes, Mikkel gives a refreshingl…

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December: Little Nisse, Big Money: The Danish Year Part 12 7:04

22d ago7:04

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The nisse is a centuries-old figure in Danish folklore, and every December these tiny, mischievous spirits take center stage. While Santa Claus makes one big appearance late in the month, the nisse are active the whole season long. With their short stature and bright red hats, nisse are often mistaken for Santa's elves, but they live very different…

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132 | Enough About Mikkel Klint Thorious (part 1) 25:25

24d ago25:25

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In this episode, Derek and Conrad sit down with Danish stand-up comedian Mikkel Klint Thorius, one of the sharpest, most fearless voices in Danish comedy, to talk about the jokes behind the jokes, the culture that shapes them, and why Denmark works precisely because Danes refuse to think it does. Mikkel shares how he first stepped on stage at age 1…

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131 | Denmark’s Local Election Results: The Big Shifts Explained 38:41

28d ago38:41

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Denmark’s 2025 local and regional elections delivered anything but the usual political calm. Historic strongholds flipped, long-dominant parties stumbled, and unexpected winners surged—reshaping the political map just months before a likely national election. In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark, Derek Hartman and Mike Walsh break down …

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130 |The Danish Classic Julekalender Explained for Internationals 25:21

1M ago25:21

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Every December in Denmark, a very specific kind of chaos takes over and it all traces back to one quirky Christmas show. It’s time to explore The Julekalender, the 1991 Danish Christmas classic that internationals always look up when they’re trying to make sense of December in Denmark. Derek and Conrad are joined by an actual Dane, Henrik, who grew…

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November Rain and "daylighting" buried rivers: The Danish Year Part 11 8:35

1M ago8:35

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November always seems like the rainiest of Danish months, but it isn't, actually. October is. But November feels rainier, because the sky is so grey, and it gets dark so early, and the rain sometimes comes down in little freezing pellets. Denmark is a watery country, not just its long coastline and many rivers and lakes, but also the fact it is mos…

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Hvordan får man andre til at ændre vaner? Med Morten Elsøe 1:01:28

1M ago1:01:28

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Vil du gerne få andre til at ændre deres vaner? Eller vil du gerne ændre dine egne? Uanset om du er en aktivistisk veganer, et sundhedsbekymret familiemedlem eller er fagprofessionel (som læge, sundhedsplejerske, sygeplejerske, SOSU eller lignende), vil du i denne episode blive langt klogere på, hvad der rent faktisk virker, når det kommer til vane…

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129 | Why Internationals Stay in Denmark 29:27

1M ago29:27

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Most internationals who make it past the first few years in Denmark stay for one of two reasons and they’re not what you think. That’s what Derek found out when he chatted with Dan Rosenberg from Copenhagen Capacity about their latest expat survey. While Denmark attracts record numbers of global talent, keeping them is getting harder. Dan breaks do…

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#84 – Elvira Pitzner: At rejse sig efter stormen – Elvira om mod, sårbarhed og et nyt perspektiv på succes 1:22:27

1M ago1:22:27

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Derfor skal du lytte til denne podcast:Du får en sjælden ærlig indsigt i, hvordan Elvira Pitzner – influencer, iværksætter og nu forfatter – først har skabt sin succes og siden genopbygget sit liv efter en af de mest omtalte sager i nyere dansk mediehistorie.Hun deler åbent om krisen i Dubai, om at miste kontrollen, blive misforstået offentligt – o…

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Danmarks natur nu og i fremtiden med Vicky Knudsen 1:17:55

1M ago1:17:55

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Hvordan ville Danmark se ud, hvis vi producerede mindre foder til dyr og mere mad til mennesker? Biolog og prisvindende naturformidler Vicky Knudsen er en af de fornemmeste i landet til at svare på netop dét. Og vi kan godt løfte sløret for, at den danske natur faktisk kan være meget mere spændende end den er i dag! Vi kommer også ind på: Om der er…

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128 | Housing, Schools, and Jobs: Meet the Candidates Eager to Take on Copenhagen's Biggest Issues 39:57

1M ago39:57

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This is our final episode talking to candidates for the 2025 local and regional council elections. This week, Derek sits down with Asbjørn Reissman from Social Democrats, Heidi Wang from Venstre, and Joanne Bywater from Liberal Alliance to discuss the biggest issues in Copenhagen's local elections. From schooling to housing prices, the candidates s…

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127 | Addiction in Denmark: From a sense of disconnection to hope 30:23

1M ago30:23

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Belonging, loneliness, and coping in Denmark. The line between belonging and losing yourself can be thin sometimes. That’s what Derek, Brooke and therapist and author guest Lucy Vittrup Christensen explore in this episode. Together they explore how the pressure to fit in, the loneliness of expat life, and Denmark’s open drinking and drug culture ca…

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126 | How Denmark's International Residents Can Decide Local Election 36:28

2M ago36:28

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In this episode, Derek sits down with Anders Storgaard from The Conservatives and member of the Frederiksberg Municipal Council, and Mads Hvid from The Socialist People’s Party (SF), who’s running for the Copenhagen Municipal Council. Together, they explore why internationals in Denmark should make their voices heard at the ballot box and how to de…

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125 | Pandas on the Loose and Other Wild Zoo Scandals in Denmark 29:42

2M ago29:42

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Behind the zoo cages lies something deeper. Denmark’s comfort with nature, death, and education sets it apart from much of the world and nowhere is that clearer than in its zoos. While other countries hide the realities of life and death, Denmark puts them on display, even for children. What shocks outsiders often feels completely normal to Danes, …

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124 | Ghost Stories From Denmark's Most Haunted Castle (replay) 21:03

2M ago21:03

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In this episode, we're revisiting the ghost stories of Dragsholm Slot, one of Europe's most haunted castles located right here in Denmark. From the crypt of 2024 spooky season you'll hear Derek share the tales of four different ghosts haunting the castle while paranormal skeptic, Mike, gives his thoughts and reactions. Whether or not you celebrate …

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123 | Meet Finn Holschlek, Denmark's Youngest Candidate and a Voice for Change 29:04

2M ago29:04

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In this episode, Derek interviews Finn Holschlek, Denmark's youngest candidate for local office at just 17 years old. Finn shares his journey from Austria to Denmark, his motivations for political involvement, and the importance of youth engagement in politics. The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities faced by young politicians, t…

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Favoriter om favoriter: Tone Schunnesson och Karin Pettersson om Susan Sontag 1:01:13

2M ago1:01:13

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Möt Tone Schunnesson som tillsammans med sin poddkollega, Sontagälskaren Karin Pettersson, samtalar om och närläser favoritförfattaren Susan Sontag.Tone Schunnesson är författare och kulturskribent. Hennes debutroman "Tripprapporter" (2016) blev en sensation, följd av succéromanen "Dagarna, dagarna, dagarna" (2020) som nådde stor försäljningsframgå…

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Leïla Slimani (Marocko/Frankrike) i samtal med Kholod Sagir 57:02

2M ago57:02

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The conversation is in English, after a short introduction in Swedish.Den prisbelönta författaren Leïla Slimani avslutar sin Marockotrilogi om en familjs öde genom den franska kolonialismens skugga, frigörelse och exil med "Jag tar med mig elden". Den 22 oktober 2025 gästade hon Internationell författarscen. Leïla Slimani (född 1981) är journalist …

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Maja Lee Langvad (Danmark) i samtal med Jennifer Hayashida 57:45

2M ago57:45

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Maja Lee Langvad är en av Danmarks mest framstående författare. Den 16 oktober 2025 gästade hon Internationell författarscen för ett samtal om sin senaste roman "Tolk", en tragikomisk familjeberättelse om kärlek, queerhet och att möta sitt ursprung. Maja Lee Langvad (född 1980 i Seoul) är uppvuxen i Danmark. Sedan debuten 2006 med diktsamlingen "Fi…

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122 | Danish Friends, International Circles, and Feeling Anchored 27:59

2M ago27:59

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Is making friends in Denmark really that hard? Derek and Mike dig into what friendship and belonging look like for internationals in Denmark, from the comfort of expat bubbles to the challenge of entering long-standing Danish circles. They explore whether you truly need Danish friends to feel at home, or just the right people to anchor you. It’s a …

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121 | Meet Lasse Frimand Jensen: Aalborg's Mayor Creating a Modern Hub for All 38:47

2M ago38:47

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In this episode, Derek is joined by Lasse Frimand Jensen, the mayor of Aalborg, to explore the city's transformation from an industrial hub to a modern center for education, green energy, and culture. Discover how Aalborg is embracing its growing international community and leading the way in sustainable development. Lasse shares insights from his …

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120 | Ghosts, Witches, and Modern Magic in Denmark 31:30

2M ago31:30

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Witch hunts, haunted castles, and modern magic. Derek, Brooke, and Conrad dig into Denmark’s witchy past — from real 17th-century witch trials to modern-day magic and haunted castles. Along the way, they mix eerie history with humor, ghost stories, and a few surprising facts about why Danes still burn witches on midsummer bonfires. It’s a spirited …

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Hvordan fik vi Danmarks første veganske kantine? 55:39

3M ago55:39

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Som den første skole i Danmark har Det Frie Gymnasium taget et markant skridt mod en grønnere fremtid: en 100% plantebaseret kantine, skabt i samarbejde mellem engagerede elever og en fremsynet skoleledelse. I dette afsnit af Plantetinget taler vi med Hubert, den tidligere elev, der satte gang i initiativet, og Sara, skolens leder, der har støttet …

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Sofia Andruchovytj (Ukraina) i samtal med Ola Larsmo 1:07:00

2M ago1:07:00

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The conversation is in English, after a short introduction in Swedish.Den ukrainska författaren Sofia Andruchovytj har skapat ett storslaget romanbygge om Ukrainas historia och gästar Internationell författarscen den 29 september. I "Amadoka" väver Sofia Andruchovytj samman en berättelse om kärlek, svek och motstånd, i tiden från Stalins skräckväld…

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Chigozie Obioma (Nigeria) i samtal med Yukiko Duke 59:00

2M ago59:00

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The conversation is in English, after a short introduction in Swedish.Den 24 september gästade Chigozie Obioma Internationell författarscen. Efter två succéromaner som hyllats världen över är han tillbaka med "Vägen till det nya landet" – en skakande skildring av inbördeskrigets Nigeria.Chigozie Obioma (född 1986 i Nigeria) är en av Afrikas främsta…

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Naja Marie Aidt (Danmark) i samtal med Karin Mamma Andersson 1:04:16

2M ago1:04:16

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Naja Marie Aidt, en av Danmarks mest hyllade författare, är aktuell med "Övningar i mörker" – en angelägen roman om kvinnoliv, vänskap, våld och trauma. Naja Marie Aidt (född 1962 på Grönland) är en av Danmarks stora författare. Hon har skrivit både poesi och prosa och fick sitt internationella genombrott med novellsamlingen "Babian", som belönades…

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119 | Stand-Up, Sobriety & the Danish Way of Laughing 38:53

2M ago38:53

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Can a joke survive translation? Danish comedian Jacob Taarnhøj has been finding out for over a decade—performing stand-up in Danish, English, and even Norwegian. From the comedy clubs of Aarhus to TV specials and international stages, Jacob shows how humor shifts across languages yet still connects people through shared absurdities. In this convers…

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October, democracy in denmark, and competitive poster hanging: The Danish Year Part 10 9:17

2M ago9:17

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Election posters are a colorful part of democracy in Denmark. In October, the campaigns swing into gear, and when the whistle blows on a set date at precisely noon, teams of poster-hangers cover the country with the faces of their candidates. It's highly competitive; It's against the law to take down posters once they're hung, so there's a big rush…

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118 | Where Your Tax Money Goes in Denmark and How to Have Your Say 29:03

3M ago29:03

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Voting turnout among internationals in Denmark is often under 30%, compared to over 70% for Danes. We can do better than that, right? Local elections in Denmark decide more than you think. Derek and Brooke get all the voting as international details from Narcis George Matache in this conversation. From Denmark’s upcoming local and regional election…

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117 | Expat Facebook Groups in Denmark: Comedy, Chaos, and Common Sense 39:48

3M ago39:48

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Helpful or Hilarious? In this episode, Derek is joined by comedian Jefferson Bond to explore the wonderfully unhinged world of expat Facebook groups in Denmark. These online spaces are meant to help newcomers navigate life in Denmark — but they’re also overflowing with conspiracy theories, questionable advice, and the occasional comedy gold. Highli…

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Kan veganere og jægere arbejde sammen? 58:29

3M ago58:29

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Kan en “gnaven gammel mand” og to veganere finde fælles fodslag? Det prøver vi i denne episode 😅 Vi taler nemlig med Gordon P. Henriksen om jagt, fiskeri, naturforvaltning og bekymringerne for fremtidens miljø. Havet har det jo for eksempel ikke helt vildt godt... Når vi spiser mere plantebaseret, skaber vi plads til mere natur på land og bidrager …

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116 | Denmark’s Drinking Culture: Shortcut or Stumbling Block? 36:13

3M ago36:13

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Beer, bonds, and belonging in Denmark. In Denmark, alcohol isn’t just a drink—it’s a social shortcut. From Friday bars to school parties, booze is woven into daily life in ways that can shock newcomers. For internationals, it can feel like you have to drink just to make friends, join in at work, or even learn the language. But is that really true? …

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September, elite sport, and the not-quite death of Jante Law: The Danish Year Part 9 9:16

3M ago9:16

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Denmark may be a small country, but it produces world-class athletes in cycling, tennis, handball, badminton, and golf. How do they do it? And how does the tax-financed effort to create athletic champions fit with the culture code of "Jante Law", the idea is that no one should think themselves better than anyone else? September is when fall sports …

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115 | Policing in Denmark: Myths, Realities & What Internationals Should Know 42:10

4M ago42:10

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Respect. Trust. Laws. Myths. Police. Denmark. Policing in Denmark isn’t what you might expect. In this episode, Allan Hansen, Deputy Chief Superintendent of Copenhagen Police, joins Derek, Mike, and Brooke to demystify how policing really works here. From the difference between 112 and 114, to what’s legal (and what’s not) when it comes to biking, …

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114 | When Does Denmark Finally Feel Like Home? 23:32

4M ago23:32

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In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark, Derek, Mike, and Brooke dive into the adaptation stage of culture shock. It's that turning point when life in Denmark starts to click. Listeners share their own stories and voice notes about the moments they realized they were doing more than just getting by. They share what made them realize they w…

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Tanya Tagaq (Nunavut/Kanada) i samtal med Jessie Kleemann 1:34:33

4M ago1:34:33

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The conversation is in English, after a short introduction in Swedish.Den 17 mars gästade Tanya Tagaq Internationell författarscen. I sin prisade debutbok "Spricktand" skildrar Tagaq en tonårsflickas uppväxt i en arktisk by kantad av våld och extremkyla. Romanen väver samman memoar, fiktion, poesi och inuitisk folktro.Efter samtalet framträder Tany…

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113 | Reverse Culture Shock: A Dane Returns After Many Years Abroad 51:06

4M ago51:06

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Reverse culture shock hits home hard. Coming home isn’t always easy. After thirteen years in London, Danish comedian Sofie Hagen returns to Denmark and finds that re-entry can be just as surprising as moving abroad. From missing rye bread and blunt small talk to discovering how “first of all” sounds like starting a fight in British emails, Sofie sh…

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#83 – Mette Østergaard: Livet bag ledertitlerne – om at balancere ambitioner, familie og forventninger 1:13:55

4M ago1:13:55

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Episode 83: Rollemodellerne Podcast med Mette ØstergaardDerfor skal du lytte:Lyt til denne podcast for at få en sjælden ærlig indsigt i, hvordan Mette Østergaard – tidligere chefredaktør på Berlingske og i dag i direktionen i Dansk Industri – har balanceret topkarriere, ledelsesansvar og moderskab. Hun deler åbent om, hvorfor succes skal defineres …