Best Hvad Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 74: Tidligere NATO-ambassadør: Trump skal undgå Putins kaninhuller 24:33

6h ago24:33

24:33

I dag er en særlig episode. Vi har nemlig en helt speciel gæst med: Kurt Volker. Volker er tidligere NATO-ambassadør under George W. Bush og Special Representative for Ukraine Negotiations under Donald Trump og er i det hele taget en vigtig udenrigspolitisk stemme. Med sin unikke indsigt tager han os i denne episode på sikker vis igennem Trumps Ukr…

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97 | I Didn't Tell My Friends I Was Visiting Home, Now They're Mad 24:05

14h ago24:05

24:05

When you live abroad, visiting your home country can be a whirlwind—especially when you only have a few days. In this episode, we answer a real listener dilemma: Danielle, who lives in Odense, went back to Toronto for a short trip and chose to spend all her time with family. She didn’t tell her friends she was in town, and now… they’re upset. Derek…

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96 | Culture Shock in Denmark: The 4 Stages No One Warns You About 33:06

8d ago33:06

33:06

Moving to a new country is more than learning the language and eating new food—it’s a full-body, emotional rollercoaster. In this episode, your hosts Derek, Brooke, and Mike break down the 4 stages of culture shock and share personal stories from their lives in Denmark—the excitement, the frustration, the weird in-between moments, and finally… that…

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95 | Cecilie Bau on Dating, Coming Out, and No Such Thing as Oversharing in Denmark 27:10

13d ago27:10

27:10

In this episode you'll get to know the brilliant Danish comedian Cecilie Bau, who also happens to be our special guest for our upcoming live show! She sits down with Brooke, Conrad, and Derek to talk about dating in Denmark, coming out, and how it's all just comedic inspiration. We also dive into her work as a mental health advocate and how the sti…

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94 | Why You Can't Name Your Baby 'Banana' in Denmark (with Mathias Bach) 31:11

15d ago31:11

31:11

Ever wonder why there are so many common names in Denmark? In this episode, Derek, Brooke, and Conrad dive into Denmark’s strict baby naming laws - with plenty of laughs along the way from our friend Mathias Bach. From government-approved name lists to the historical reasons behind them, we break down what you can (and can’t) name your kid if you'r…

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93 | PD2, PD3, and WTF — Do You Really Have to Learn Danish? 32:13

22d ago32:13

32:13

In this episode, you'll learn all about the complicated world of learning Danish as a foreigner in Denmark with an update from Conrad, who’s currently prepping for the PD3 exam, and Mike, who recently passed PD2. Derek explains what the difference is between the two tests (and why it matters), which one you need for permanent residency or citizensh…

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92 | Going Viral in Denmark: Mathias Bach on TikTok Fame, Danish Humor & Applesauce 36:26

29d ago36:26

36:26

In this episode, we sit down with award-winning Danish creator Mathias Bach—TikToker of the Year, mastermind behind some of Denmark’s most viral videos, and former child YouTuber who once tried to shorten school days for everyone. Brooke, Conrad, and Derek get Mathias's view on growing up in Denmark, what most foreigners really don’t understand abo…

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Episode 73: Mistet overblikket over handelskrigen? Så start her. Med Frederik Engholm 28:46

1M ago28:46

28:46

Donald Trump har indledt handelskrig... og så alligevel: For i går annoncerede præsidenten en omfattende toldpause. Det var blot seneste udvikling i et meget dynamisk og heftigt forløb siden den såkaldte Liberation Day i starten af april, der blev fulgt af recessionsfrygt og stor økonomisk usikkerhed. Og hvad perspektivet fremover er, kan ingen for…

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91 | Denmark’s Bizarre Copyright Wars: Elvis, Harry Potter & McDonald's 18:32

1M ago18:32

18:32

What do Elvis Presley, Harry Potter, and McDonald’s all have in common? They’ve all taken legal swings at Denmark. In this episode, Brooke brings Derek and Mike three wild tales of copyright lawsuits that landed in Danish courtrooms - from a replica Graceland in Jutland to a magical festival that had to lose a little Hogwarts to survive. Plus, a ho…

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90 | How Denmark Handles Stress, Birthdays & Climate Change (Better Than You?) with Mathias Bach 24:17

1M ago24:17

24:17

Denmark had an eventful week, and we’re breaking it all down! Brooke dives into the surprising but very Danish reason a popular band replaced their lead singer. Derek explores how Denmark is tackling rising groundwater caused by climate change. And Conrad shares a heartwarming (and extremely Danish) birthday tradition that caught him off guard. Plu…

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89 | Should You Move to Denmark? Here’s What to See Before Deciding 30:08

1M ago30:08

30:08

In this episode, Derek, Brooke, and Conrad help a listener who’s considering a move by breaking down what she and her family should explore beyond the tourist hotspots. What will make the visit feel authentic and what everyday realities might surprise you? Joining the conversation is Adrian MacKinder, writer, comedian, and friend of the show who ma…

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88 | Boycott American Goods or Sell Them Eggs? Week 13 News in Denmark 22:35

2M ago22:35

22:35

In this episode, Brooke, Conrad, and Derek are joined by friend of the show, Adrian MacKinder to discuss the week's news in Denmark. You'll hear a discussion on America's egg shortage and why the US asked Denmark to buy surplus egg shipments. This leads into a debate on the merit of Danes organizing a boycott of American goods - is it a shortsighte…

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Episode 72: Mogens Lykketoft: Verdensordenen er i høj grad under afvikling 37:54

2M ago37:54

37:54

I denne episode stiller vi skarpt på udenrigspolitikken under præsident Trump og noget så stort som hele verdensordenenes skæbne. Vi kommer rundt om Ukraine, Trumps tilgang til fred, den nuværende militære situation i landet - og desuden også spørgsmålet om Grønland. Hvordan skal vi forstå mulighederne for fred i Ukraine? Hvad fik Trump ud af sine …

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87 | Are Danes Making it Harder for You to Learn Danish? (with Steven Feraru) 35:11

2M ago35:11

35:11

In this episode, we explore the difficulties of learning Danish through a listener message. Mei from Taiwan, and part of the WAYDID community, shares her frustrating experience learning Danish and being quizzed and mocked by Danish acquaintances on her progress. We discuss the demotivating forces that can plague foreigners learning Danish and the w…

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86 | Paying US Taxes as an American Abroad (with Nathalie Goldstein) 26:17

2M ago26:17

26:17

In this episode, Derek sits down with Nathalie Goldstein, CEO of MyExpatTaxes and an IRS Enrolled Agent, to break down everything Americans living abroad need to know about filing their U.S. taxes. Whether you're in Denmark, Austria, or anywhere else in the world, Uncle Sam still wants his cut—and ignoring it isn’t an option. You'll find out: 💰 Do …

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85 | Does Living Near Your Friends Affect Your Health? 34:19

2M ago34:19

34:19

This week, Annie, Briana, and Derek discuss the science behind friendship and how living in close proximity to good friends impacts your mental and physical health. According to numerous multi-generational studies, it's even the key to a longer life. What does this mean for those of us who move to a new country and live away from our clos…

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84 | Elon Picks a Fight, Zoo Escapes, and Audio Surveillance: Week 9 News 27:49

3M ago27:49

27:49

This week, Derek, Brooke, and Mike break down the most interesting headlines in Denmark. You'll learn why the Danish National Police are looking for an alternative to being on X aka Twitter and the beloved Dane that Elon Musk started a twitter fight with because his misinformation was corrected. On a lighter note, we discuss some of the recent zoo …

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83 | The Danish King Who Played the Dating Game of Thrones 20:00

3M ago20:00

20:00

In this episode, Derek, Conrad, and Brooke welcome back our resident royal expert, Anna Marie, for another fascinating look at Danish royalty. She kicks things off by quizzing us on some of Denmark’s most intriguing kings and queens before diving into the life and legacy of King Christian IX. How did a king from a relatively small nation manage to …

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82 | Week 7 News: RyanAir, Fastelavnsboller, and Bike Theft (with Mike Walsh) 21:07

3M ago21:07

21:07

This week, Mike Walsh rejoins Derek on the podcast to talk about the news in Denmark. You'll hear about the fallout of Ryanair's decision to pull out of two Danish airports over new taxes. In better news, you'll hear the best and worst fastelvansboller experiences including Mike's review of Burger King's 2024 attempt at a fastelavnsboller burger an…

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81 | Week 6 News: Greenland Polling, Bomb Threats, and Aarhus's Pitch to Internationals 24:49

3M ago24:49

24:49

This week Derek, Annie, and Briana team up to discuss some of the headlines from around Denmark including recent polling from Greenland and some scary reports of bomb threats in Danish schools. You'll hear a discussion on the future of automobiles in Copenhagen, the history of pedestrianized streets in the city centre and Annie's hot take on what y…

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80 | Denmark Was in Europe's Longest War and No One Knows (w/ Anders Morgenstierne) 19:02

4M ago19:02

19:02

This week Derek is joined by Anders Morgenstierne, who has returned to WAYDID to discuss an obscure war from Danish history. Most Danes don't even know about this war - and that's because for most of history, no one in Denmark realized that it happened. During the period, Copenhagen was attacked twice and most of the Danish navy was destroyed. Desp…

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79 | Defending Denmark: Can Danes be a Little Too Sensitive? 25:39

4M ago25:39

25:39

Derek, Brooke, and Conrad chime in on a recent viral post that claims Danes are overly defensive when it comes to your views on Denmark. The post of focus points out that Danish people are known to ask internationals living in Denmark what they think of their Danish lives, but aren't prepared to hear anything but a glowing review of the country. Ev…

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Episode 71: Matias Seidelin: Den værste krise i det dansk-amerikanske forhold siden 1945 33:23

4M ago33:23

33:23

I morgen indsættes Donald Trump for anden gang som amerikansk præsident. Herhjemme har fokus den seneste tid mest været på den kommende præsidents ønske om at købe Grønland og de implikationer for det dansk-amerikanske forhold, det har haft. Det runder vi i denne podcast, der har fokus på Trumps udenrigspolitik. Med til at gøre os klogere på det ha…

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78 | Myth-Busting Denmark's Drunken Oil Diplomacy (with Jeff Bond) 28:21

4M ago28:21

28:21

Have you ever heard the story of how Denmark could have had all the North Sea Oil reserves that Norway enjoys, if it wasn't for a sloppy negotiation by a drunken Danish diplomat? It's been recounted to Derek many times, ironically by intoxicated Danes who have a good laugh at their tipsy foreign policy - but how true is this story? Jeff Bond sits d…

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77 | Could a Political Stunt Cost You Danish Citizenship? 33:24

4M ago33:24

33:24

This week, we delve into a heated debate that's capturing attention across the nation: Should Denmark vet the democratic values of citizenship applicants through personal interviews? We explore the unprecedented case where three applicants were summoned for interviews based on their past social media posts, raising questions about legal principles,…

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76 | From Margrethe to Frederik: A Regal Review of Denmark’s Royal Family and What’s Next 35:19

5M ago35:19

35:19

This week, Brooke, Conrad, and Derek are joined by Anna Marie, host of the On Royals Podcast, for a chat about a monumental year for Denmark’s royal family! From Queen Margrethe II’s historic abdication on New Year's Eve to the coronation of King Frederik X in January, we dive into the highs and the lows of this transformative first year with Frede…

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75 | Danish Christmas Culture Shocks (with Steven Feraru) 27:28

5M ago27:28

27:28

This week Steven Feraru is back with Annie, Brooke, Conrad, and Derek to discuss the culture shocks and fun new experiences that internationals encounter during the Danish Christmas season. You'll learn about the things that surprised us the most when we dove into our first Christmas in Denmark, how to navigate your own Jul traditions, and why we t…

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Episode 70: Hvad skal du vide om 2025? Med Mads Dalgaard Madsen 49:03

5M ago49:03

49:03

Eftersom et helt vildt 2024 er ved at gå på hæld, er tiden kommet til at vende blikket frem mod næste år i amerikansk politik. For selvom der ikke er et stort valg, er der stadig mange ting, man skal holde øje med og vide under kommende præsident Donald Trump. Med Jakob Terp-Hansen som vært tager Mads Dalgaard Madsen, tidligere rådgiver på den dans…

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74 | Week 50 News: Trouble in Denmark's Libraries and Flag-Based Nationalism (with Adrian MacKinder and Jeff Bond) 39:55

5M ago39:55

39:55

This week, we're talking about the news and you'll hear about the shockingly high number of Danish librarians reporting anti-social behavior at work. Derek is joined by Jefferson Bond and Adrian Mackinder to dig deep into the problems faced when visiting some of Denmark's institutions of knowledge sharing. You'll learn what could 2025 laws could ch…

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73 | Unwrapping the Norse Origins of Christmas with Adrian MacKinder and Jeff Bond 30:02

5M ago30:02

30:02

In this festive and fascinating episode, Adrian Mackinder will unravel 12 pre-Christian traditions and Norse influences that shaped our understanding of Christmas today. From the wild celebrations of Yule to the symbolism of evergreen trees and the mythological roots of Santa’s sleigh, Adrian explains how ancient festivals and Norse mythology found…

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72 | Week 49 News: Workers' Rights in Denmark, Greenlandic in Parliament, and Leaf-Raking (with Anders Morgenstierne) 27:38

5M ago27:38

27:38

In this episode we're catching you up on the news around Denmark. Conrad Molden explains why members of Danish Parliament are wearing headsets and takes us into Christiansborg Slot. Ye, he visited Danish Parliament this week at the invitation of a member of Folketinget. Comedian, Anders Morgenstierne, joins the discussion with stories of his time r…

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71 | Retention Crisis: Why Don't People Stay in Denmark? 28:16

6M ago28:16

28:16

Denmark struggles to retain internationals, with 64% leaving within five years and only 28% of international graduates staying post-graduation. In this episode, Brooke Black, Conrad Molden, and Derek Hartman dive into why so many expats leave Denmark, the cultural and systemic barriers they face, and what it means for Denmark’s aging population and…

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Dyrebare eller bare dyr? 47:47

6M ago47:47

47:47

Er kæledyr de nye børn? Er de sunde for os eller er de gøgeunger, der vender vores opmærksomhed fra andre mennesker? Hvornår skal vi pusle om vilde dyr, og hvornår skal vi lade dem være vilde? Dyreetiker Peter Sandøe fortæller om vores modsætningsfulde forhold til de andre dyr. Dem vi elsker, dem vi producerer og spiser og dem, vi ikke helt ved, hv…

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70 | Week 47 News (with Steven Feraru): Royals, Art, Skat, and Election Reactions 33:10

6M ago33:10

33:10

This week you're getting the news in Denmark for week 47 with a full house and Steven Feraru at the table. We get to know Steven with a hilarious story of a doctor's visit gone wrong, Derek fills us in on the King of the Netherlands work visit to Denmark, Conrad explains the new skat previews. Brooke explains the new painting at Christianborg that'…

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69 | Moving From India to Denmark (with Kriti Prajapati) 30:34

6M ago30:34

30:34

In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark, Derek Hartman sits down with Kriti Prajapati, a comedian from India who’s making waves in the Danish comedy scene. Since moving to Denmark in 2017, Kriti has co-produced Almost Danes, a hit comedy show that humorously tackles the quirks of Danish culture through the eyes of an international. Kriti s…

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Hvad bryster fortæller om kultur 45:54

6M ago45:54

45:54

Er bryster forbundet til sex fra naturens hånd, eller skyldes det kultur? Er den moderne frigørelse af krop og seksualitet et nybrud eller bare en genkomst? Og hvor frigjorte er vi egentlig i silikonens tidsalder? Etnolog Mette Byriel-Thygesen udfolder, hvordan kulturens forhold til bryster har afspejlet større samfundsmæssige strømninger gennem hi…

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Episode 69: Mens vi venter 15:29

6M ago15:29

15:29

Mens vi venter: Henrik Jürgensen og Jakob Terp-Hansen tager kort bestik af vores prognose (læs den på USAPol.dk) og hvad man kan holde øje med i nat.By USAPol.dk

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68 | Week 45 News: Secret Drug Tests, Super Computers, and Bike Thieves #Reklame 31:42

6M ago31:42

31:42

We are breaking down all the weeks news and not mentioning the US Election at all! Conrad has a technology report about a Danish super computer that nobody really understands and Brooke has updates that influencers and marketing teams in Denmark need to be aware of, all from a little issue with Lily in Copenhagen. Derek has some important informati…

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67 | Uhyggelig Dansk Halloween (with Jeff Bond) 34:55

7M ago34:55

34:55

Derek is joined by comedian and actor, Jeff Bond to talk about the history of Halloween and how it's taken shape in Denmark and around the world. Throughout the discussion, Jeff decides what Halloween creature he would hire as an assistant and he assigns Derek a gangster name. You'll learn about the origins of the spooky holiday and what the future…

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66 | Reptilicus: The Danish Godzilla Movie You Need to Watch 27:03

7M ago27:03

27:03

In this episode, Conrad explains the story of a 1960s cult-classic, creature feature, Danish-American Godzilla knock off film that will blow you mind. He recently reviewed the film with Derek on YouTube and shares all the history and details with Annie and Kriti. You'll learn all about the epic cinematic masterpiece of the movie that is so so bad i…

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Kampmoral og moralske traumer 48:11

7M ago48:11

48:11

Hvad skaber hæres kampmoral, og findes den hos soldaten eller i kollektivet? Er autoritetstro eller kritisk stillingtagen bedst for moralen? Hvordan har skiftende psykologiske retninger påvirket ptsd-diagnosen og synet på traumer gennem tiden – og hvor er vi på vej hen? Få overraskende svar hos krigsforskerne Johannes Lang og Lars Hedegaard William…

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65 | Week 43 News: Don't Marry Your Cousins (with Jeff Bond) 32:03

7M ago32:03

32:03

This week Derek is brining you the news in Denmark with comedian, actor, and friend of the show - Jeff Bond! You'll learn about the species of bird that Denmark is calling a conservation success story and the region of Europe that gave Danish pigeons their sexy looks. Jeff will offer incredible marriage advice directly from Folketinget - spoiler, t…

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64 | Ghost Stories From Denmark's Most Haunted Castle 19:48

7M ago19:48

19:48

This week we jump right into spooky season with the tales of four different ghosts haunting a castle in Denmark. Paranormal skeptic and OG host of the podcast, Mike Walsh, is back in the co-host seat to share his thoughts and reactions to Derek's Danish ghost stories. Whether or not you're familiar with the tales from Denmark's castle, Dragsholm Sl…

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Religion – tro eller bare vane? 48:39

7M ago48:39

48:39

Er danskerne virkelig et af verdens mindst religiøse folkefærd? Slet ikke, siger religionssociolog Morten Warmind. Vi betaler mere til kirken end de fleste nationer og er storforbrugere af dens ydelser. Hør, hvorfor religion er mere praksis end tro, og få historien om, hvorfor det var opportunt for Harald Blåtand at skippe asatroen og »kristne« dan…

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63 | Do Danish People Smell More Than Normal? 29:32

7M ago29:32

29:32

This week, Brooke shares a disturbing story of how the use of Fabreeze air-freshener sparked conflict with her Danish husband. Like any couple would want, we brought their issues to this podcast for public debate and ridicule. At the core of the issue is whether scented products are appropriate or should be avoided at all costs. We have noticed, wi…

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Episode 68: Hvem vinder Kongressen? Med David Garby-Holm 44:02

7M ago44:02

44:02

I denne episode tager vi til en afveksling et skridt væk fra præsidentvalget. For flertallet i Kongressens to kamre - Senatet og Repræsentanternes Hus - står også på spil. Mens Republikanerne anses som favoritter til at erobre flertallet i førstnævnte, er det særdeles åbent i sidstnævnte. Så hvad kan vi sige om kongresvalgene og de væsentligste sta…

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62 | Week 40 News: Is Anyone Safe in Denmark? 37:15

8M ago37:15

37:15

It's week 40 and your esteemed WAYDID Roundtable of News is full of laughs and information you probably could miss but won't want to. Conrad Molden discusses which new country has been brought into Denmark's MobilePay system and Kriti Prajipati shares the new way in which your children may be disciplined in Danish schools. Annie Samples will explai…

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Gopler lærer forlæns 45:30

8M ago45:30

45:30

Neurobiolog Anders Garm har opdaget, at vandmænd kan lære lige så hurtigt og effektivt som hvide mus. Han fortæller den vilde historie om, hvordan gopler med bare 1.000 nerveceller kan være nøglen til at forstå, hvordan den menneskelige hjerne lærer. Goplen kan måske endda afsløre, hvordan vores mikrobiom påvirker vores kognitive formåen. 24 spørgs…

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61 | Why Don't Danes Like You? Part 2 (with Ira Sylvester) 22:11

8M ago22:11

22:11

Why don't Danes like you? We'll try to help you figure that out as we finish discussing the topic with comedian Ira Sylvester. In this conversation we'll examine how language, humor, and cultural differences play a role in how Danes feel about you. This episode may not win you the admiration of every Danish person in Denmark, but it will at least m…

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60 | How Denmark took down McDonald's 22:14

8M ago22:14

22:14

In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark, Derek and Brooke dig into a labor showdown you’ve probably never heard of: McDonald's versus Danish unions in the 1980s. What happens when a fast-food giant tries to bypass some of the best worker protections in the world? Let’s just say Denmark had a few surprises up its sleeve and McDonald's wasn'…

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