Best Indigo Trigg Hauger Podcasts (2024)

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The Most Violent Year Since World War II 22:01

21d ago22:01

22:01

More armed conflicts took place in 2023 than in any other year since the end of World War II. That is the shocking finding in this year’s Conflict Trends Report – a yearly paper by the Peace Research Institute Oslo, using data from the Uppsala Conflict Data Program and examining global conflict trends since 1946. In total, 59 armed conflicts raged …

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22- Norsk/Norwegian language Part 2 featuring Norwegian With Tor! 59:01

2M ago59:01

59:01

After all these years, it's finally time to bring in an actual expert. When we heard that Torleif Villmones AKA Norwegian With Tor wanted to share some Norwegian language wisdom, we were delighted to have someone who knows what they're talking about join us. Tor shares some tips and tricks, experience in teaching, and of course teaches us about dir…

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21- Norsk/Norwegian language Part 1 45:25

2M ago45:25

45:25

A deep dive (or shallow, if you're a linguist listening) into one of the building blocks of Norwegian society: the language itself. How did it develop, do you write beiken or bacon, and what is actually the difference between Bokmål and Nynorsk? Theme music: Fuji Fakes New jingle: Christopher Helberg…

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Norway: Peacemaker, Arms-Dealer 24:02

2M ago24:02

24:02

For decades, Norway has played a major role as a peacemaker. From the Nobel Peace Prize to the Oslo Accords, promoting peace has been a central aspect of Norwegian foreign policy. But this is only part of the story. Few outside the country are aware of the thriving, lucrative, and government-owned weapons industry in this Scandinavian nation. This …

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Women in Peace Mediation: The Israeli and Palestinian Women Working for Peace 28:52

3M ago28:52

28:52

As tensions continue to rise in the Middle East, two women's organizations are pushing for a return to negotiation and a permanent resolution to the conflict. “Women Wage Peace” is the largest grassroots peace movement in Israel, while its Palestinian counterpart, “Women of the Sun,” is a Palestinian women's organization based in Bethlehem. They ar…

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How Russians (Really) Feel about Putin and Ukraine 25:07

4M ago25:07

25:07

As Russians headed to the polls this month, the reelection of Russian President Vladimir Putin was not in doubt. On March 17th, with over 87% of the votes in his favor, Putin secured a fifth term, becoming the longest-serving leader of the Federation since Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin. With most opposition candidates either dead, jailed, exiled, o…

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UNRWA in Crisis: A Conversation with Chief Lazzarini and Norway's State Secretary Kravik 31:45

5M ago31:45

31:45

UNRWA is in trouble. The UN agency for Palestine Refugees is accused by Israel of being infiltrated by Hamas and having had some of its staff involved in the attacks on October 7th. Nearly 2 million people in Gaza depend on UNRWA for survival as war and displacement continue after nearly four months of war. The allegations by Israel concern a fract…

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Migration Trends in 2023: Stories From the Field with CNN’s Nima Elbagir 41:08

6M ago41:08

41:08

From war-torn Ukraine and Sudan to the Mediterranean, 2023 marked yet another year where thousands were forced to leave their homes in pursuit of a better life. In one of the deadliest migrant boat tragedies, more than 600 people drowned on June 14 off the coast of Greece, after a fishing vessel known as the Adriana capsized and sank. A few months …

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20- Cold/Kulde 48:45

6M ago48:45

48:45

Newsflash: it's cold in Oslo right now. Really cold. And we aren't sick of talking, complaining, and speculating about it. So buckle for the whys, hows, and also what do you DOs of when it's -24 degrees.

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The Targeting of Hospitals in Gaza and Beyond 32:13

8M ago32:13

32:13

On November 15th, Israeli forces stormed al-Shifa Hospital, the largest medical complex in the Gaza Strip, in search of a Hamas base. The facility sheltered hundreds of people: wounded civilians, children, and newborns. Soon after, the World Health Organization labeled the hospital a "death zone." Healthcare facilities enjoy special protections und…

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What Does China Want? 35:55

8M ago35:55

35:55

On November 15th, the world watched as a highly anticipated meeting between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden took place amid the scenic backdrop of Woodside, California. From a controversial visit by a US House Speaker to Taiwan, to a Chinese spy balloon crossing the United States – the two countries’ relations have sunk to thei…

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19- Books/Bøker 31:31

9M ago31:31

31:31

To support the establishment of Indigo's bookstore in Oslo, Normal for Norway recorded a very special LIVE episode! The topic of course: books. Did Vikings have books? What did they like to carve on rocks? How much did the new Oslo library cost, and why is it always overrun by the cast of Skam? All this and more will be answered. You can still dona…

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Special Episode: The West's Response to the War in Gaza 24:34

9M ago24:34

24:34

In the early hours of October 7, Palestinian militants with Hamas, the Islamic group that controls the Gaza Strip, mounted a stunning and highly coordinated invasion of Israel. They rampaged through Israeli towns, killing people in their homes, attacking young rave-goers, and taking some 200 hostages. The attacks by Hamas were horrific and gruesome…

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Afghanistan's Earthquakes: The Plight of Afghan Women 28:31

9M ago28:31

28:31

In the early hours of October 7, a powerful earthquake shook Herat province in western Afghanistan. It was followed by multiple aftershocks and a second, strong earthquake on October 11. Entire villages across western Afghanistan have been destroyed and over a thousand people lost their lives. And out of the rubble and dust has emerged a shocking s…

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18- Foraging/Sanking Part 2 42:35

10M ago42:35

42:35

Don't get worms in your brain! Listen to this episode to find out how NOT to be poisoned or taken over by parasites when foraging for local treats. Want to donate to Indigo's new English language bookstore to help it get off the ground? Visit this link: https://spleis.no/prismaticpages And follow Prismatic Pages on Instagram @prismatic.pages Theme …

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2023 Nobel Peace Prize: And the Winner Is… 28:23

10M ago28:23

28:23

The announcement by the Norwegian Nobel Committee on the Peace Prize is an event highly anticipated each year by millions around the world. It’s easy to see why: the names of previous Nobel Peace Prize recipients include the likes of Malala Yousafzai, President Barack Obama, Nelson Mandela, and the 14th Dalai Lama. So who will be the winner this ye…

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17- Foraging/Sanking Part 1 37:34

11M ago37:34

37:34

As autumn is soon upon us, it felt time to address a very cozy topic: foraging. Have you ever picked berries in the woods? What about mushrooms, or nettles? Warnings and tips abound, but first we dive into the history and significance of foraging (New Nordic cuisine anyone?). Theme music: Fuji Fakes News jingle: Christopher Helberg…

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A Challenging Counteroffensive in Ukraine 32:20

11M ago32:20

32:20

Eighteen months since Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his troops to invade Ukraine. US officials now report that the total number of troops from both sides killed or wounded since the war began is nearing half a million. A staggering toll, most of it paid by Russian troops, which outnumber Ukrainians almost three to one. Boosted by billion…

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16- Summer/Sommer 24:52

1y ago24:52

24:52

It's summer and what does that mean? That nothing is happening. But we dragged ourselves to the mics to record this podcast just for our listeners. Theme music: Fuji Fakes News jingle: Christopher Helberg

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News Roundup July 2023 22:18

1y ago22:18

22:18

We're back and weighing in on sensitive topics like sunglasses (if you know, you know, and if you don't we'll fill you in), ferry boats, and the odd things people get up to when there's bad weather in Oslo. Theme music: Fuji Fakes News jingle: Christopher Helberg

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15- Queer/Skeiv Part 1 34:56

1y ago34:56

34:56

It's a Pride miracle! We're popping by with some stories of iconic lesbians, criminalization and decriminalization of gay sex, and of course the news in review (gay sex...in the forest?). Theme music: Fuji Fakes News jingle: Christopher Helberg

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Defying Hate: A Survivor's Account of the Pride Attack in Oslo 30:35

1y ago30:35

30:35

A year ago, in the early hours of June 25, a gunman opened fire at three locations in the centre of Oslo, including at the London Pub, a longstanding fixture of the LGBTQ+ scene in the Norwegian capital. Espen Aleksander Evjenth was there dancing with his partner and his friends, when a bullet hit his head. Despite his severe wound, he miraculously…

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What Erdoğan’s Victory Means for Turkey 27:09

1y ago27:09

27:09

On Sunday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has extended his rule into a third decade, beating his rival Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu in a bitter presidential race. The run-off victory caps an extraordinary campaign for Erdoğan who had hoped for a swift win. However, sky-rocketing inflation, a devastating earthquake and a united opposition left him vul…

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Special Episode: A Risky Evacuation in Sudan 15:51

1y ago15:51

15:51

On April 15th, explosions and gunfire began to rock the Sudanese capital of Khartoum, with the paramilitaries and army accusing each other of attacking their respective bases. With two heavily armed groups squaring off in one of the most populated cities on the African continent, the United Nations has now issued a stark warning that the humanitari…

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14- Freezer pizza/Grandiosa 40:01

1+ y ago40:01

40:01

Do you have water in your mouth yet? Because you're about to hear about the beloved Norwegian freezer pizza, Grandiosa; reviled by many foreigners, yet seldom given a proper examination. We even do a taste test to determine whether or not this easy meal is worth the 55 kroner (the answer may surprise you). And Indigo investigates: how dangerous is …

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Israel Turns 75: Is its Democracy at Risk? 37:36

1+ y ago37:36

37:36

On April 25th, Israel marks 75 years of existence, commemorating the Declaration of Independence of 1948. But this year, amid the fireworks, military parades and flag-waving, the government of Benjamin Netanyahu will be on the lookout for disruptions and more protests. Recent proposals by Netanyahu's government - the most far-right in the history o…

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Bonus Episode: News Roundup February 2023 15:21

1+ y ago15:21

15:21

Here's a little selection of the wackiest news stories from the last month or so -- still not sponsored by Avisa Oslo, but we'll keep asking. Theme music: Fuji Fakes News jingle: Christopher Helberg

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13- Taco/Taco 37:48

1+ y ago37:48

37:48

It's the episode that transcends language. We've all probably had tacos before, but have you really? Have you eaten...a Norwegian taco? This is the deepest dive you'll ever need (or frankly, want) into the national Friday dish. We go out on fieldwork, name drop academics who will soon be sending cease-and-desists, and put in the work to analyze the…

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12- Stuff you put on bread/Pålegg 40:34

1+ y ago40:34

40:34

It's the Norwegian concept that simply can't be translated: pålegg. Can anything on bread be pålegg? How do they get those little fish eggs into a "kaviar" tube? Did Oslo schoolchildren start intermittent fasting before it was cool? And we're joined by a guest who tells us about growing up with that pålegg life. Music: Fuji Fakes News jingle: Chris…

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11- Border shopping/Harrytur 39:31

2y ago39:31

39:31

This week we travel to Sweden: the land of plenty. Join us on an adventure to this EU neighbor and find out why Norwegians like to pop over the border for just about anything your heart could desire.

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73 - Taking Away the Guns: How Does Disarmament Influence Peace and Conflict Dynamics? 50:49

2y ago50:49

50:49

Disarmament, i.e. the collection of arms and ammunitions following civil wars, is aimed at preventing conflict recurrence and paving the way for peace. However, comprehensive disarmament of non-state actors is challenging and rare. In this episode, we look at the following questions: What is the relationship between disarmament of rebel groups and …

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72- Academic Fraud – How Much of a Problem Is It, and What Can Be Done To Stop It? 45:19

2y ago45:19

45:19

Research is only valid and useful so long as the people doing it are honest. However, there many incentives for researchers to lie. This discussion looks at the following questions: What is academic fraud? How prevalent is it? What can be done to prevent fraud? It features a prominent investigator of academic fraud (Nick Brown), a researcher who ha…

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10- Hot dogs/Pølse 34:09

2y ago34:09

34:09

The episode that inspired it all. Are they hot dogs, sausages, or something else entirely — and why are they so important to this country's culture? Norwegians eat HOW MANY per year? And how many angry listener messages are we going to get for revealing the number?

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9- Easter/Påske 19:15

2+ y ago19:15

19:15

Easter in Norway: at the cabin, or in the city? What do you eat? Why so much crime? And what was Jesus up to anyway? Don't complain about the audio, this was recorded on a bunk bed with one mic between three people. Music: Fuji Fakes

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71- The New UN Climate Report: A Conversation with Lead Author Halvard Buhaug 24:28

2+ y ago24:28

24:28

On 28 February, the IPCC, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, launched the second part of its Sixth Assessment Report. This part assesses the impacts of climate change, looking at ecosystems, biodiversity, and human communities at global and regional levels. It also reviews vulnerabilities and the capacities and limits of …

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70- War by Other Means: The Crisis in Bosnia and Herzegovina 49:35

2+ y ago49:35

49:35

The last few months in Bosnia have been marked by moves towards secession and a flare-up of ethnic tensions emanating from Republika Srpska, the Serb-majority entity of Bosnia and Herzegovina established by the Dayton Peace Agreement which put an end to the 3 ½-year-long Bosnian War. Commentators are describing the last few months as the worst poli…

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69- Jeffrey D. Sachs: PRIO Annual Peace Address 1:10:40

2+ y ago1:10:40

1:10:40

Every year, PRIO holds its Annual Peace Address, inviting distinguished guests to reflect on how to contribute to the creation of a world in which violence is the exception and peace is the norm. In 2021 the peace address was given by Jeffrey D. Sachs with the title “Why we must avoid a new cold war and how to do it”. Sachs is a world-leading exper…

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Repost: 57- Energy and Power in the Eastern Mediterranean 27:50

2+ y ago27:50

27:50

Scrambles for natural resources and struggles for power when such resources come to light are a frequent cause of international conflict and tension around the world. In the Eastern Mediterranean, recent discovery of hydrocarbon has only exacerbated existing tensions. This is a region that includes Cyprus, Turkey, Greece, Syria, Egypt, Lebanon, Pal…

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Repost: 60- Transformative Visual Storytelling in Conflict Research 33:00

2+ y ago33:00

33:00

What is the transformative potential of visual storytelling in conflict research? In the project Societal Transformation in Conflict Contexts or (TRANSFORM), animations and comics were created in collaboration between researchers, activists, artists, writers, and many others. These pieces of art not only serve to inspire possible change, but also t…

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68- Academics and Activism: From Afghanistan to Australia 33:13

2+ y ago33:13

33:13

When the Taliban took over Afghanistan in August 2021, many academics found themselves in a desperate scramble. For female academics in particular, the threat of retaliation and loss of freedoms was ominous. Meanwhile, their colleagues and counterparts in other countries struggled to help them. Professor Jacqui True at Monash University managed to …

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67- Uffo: Acts of Defiance and Care 43:43

2+ y ago43:43

43:43

In the 1980s, in what was then Northern Somalia, doctors, teachers, and other professionals lived out their ethics and ideals by restoring a hospital and responding to the needs of people in their community. Their actions were rewarded with arrests and imprisonment. This is the story of the Uffo group. In today’s podcast Mohamed Aden Hassan and Ebb…

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66- Children in Conflict 44:05

2+ y ago44:05

44:05

In 2020, 1.6 billion children were living in a conflict-ridden country. Approximately 452 million children – more than one in six – were living less than 50 km from where the actual fighting took place. For the last few years PRIO and Save the Children have collaborated on the Children in Conflict project which illuminates the number of children af…

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8- Oil/Olje Part 2 45:05

2+ y ago45:05

45:05

Concluding season 1, we finish discussing oil. What does it do for the average Norwegian? Is it true everyone is entitled to a Gucci bag? And how many ants do we need to figure this all out? Up next, on season 2: food in Norway, starting with a trip to Sweden.

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65- Hypermasculinity and Power 31:40

2+ y ago31:40

31:40

Hyper-masculine leaders have grabbed headlines in the last few years: Putin, Trump, Bolsonaro, Erdogan. All of them employ the rhetoric of masculinity in public discourse and ultimately, often, policy. It’s worth asking: is this a new trend, and what does it mean for the ones living in these countries, especially women and LGBTQ individuals? Johann…

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7- Oil/Olje Part 1 52:12

2+ y ago52:12

52:12

It's time to tackle the bedrock of Norwegian modern identity: oil. In part one we're talking about the history of oil in Norway and how this place got so damn rich. Theme song: Fuji Fakes

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64- The Taliban's Rise, Fall, and Rise Again 27:22

2+ y ago27:22

27:22

Before the Taliban regained control of the country this year, before they were the target and adversary of US military force, the Taliban were the governing force in Afghanistan. And before that, they were a transnational group of religious students. To give context to modern-day Afghanistan and the political developments there, PRIO researcher Kri…

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63- Belonging and Bureaucracy in Norway 32:59

3y ago32:59

32:59

For some immigrants, acquiring citizenship in a new country is the final goal in a long journey of various residence statuses and times of uncertainty. But getting citizenship is not always the end of the story. From alienation through documentation, to having citizenship taken away, there can be other twists and turns even then. For immigrants wit…

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62- A Nobel Peace Prize for Journalism: PRIO Researchers Comment 25:46

3y ago25:46

25:46

The Nobel Peace Prize for 2021 has been awarded to Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov, with the committee highlighting these journalists' efforts to safeguard freedom of expression. Maria Ressa is a Filipino-American journalist who has revealed abuse of power, violence, and authoritarianism in the Philippines. Dmitry Muratov is editor-in-chief of Novay…

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61- Nobel Peace Prize Shortlist 2021: Henrik Urdal's Picks 46:35

3y ago46:35

46:35

With just one week left before the Nobel Peace Prize is announced, we take a look at PRIO Director Henrik Urdal's shortlist of possible candidates. Thank you to the many guests on this episode: Henrik Urdal, PRIO Director Maria Gabrielsen Jumbert, Research Director and Senior Researcher Carina Strøm Smith, Research Assistant Jonas Vestby, Senior Re…

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60- Transformative Visual Storytelling in Conflict Research 33:00

3y ago33:00

33:00

What is the transformative potential of visual storytelling in conflict research? In the project Societal Transformation in Conflict Contexts or (TRANSFORM), animations and comics were created in collaboration between researchers, activists, artists, writers, and many others. These pieces of art not only serve to inspire possible change, but also t…

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