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Life in Norway Show
Cycling Trips in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 87: Matthew Tolley of Cycle Norway joins the shows to talk about the joys of cycling in the Norwegian fjords and beyond, and how to plan your own cycling trip. Matthew Tolley moved to Norway in 2016, after, as so many Brits do, having met a Norwegian girl. He was no stranger to living abroad, having spent time in several countries previously. After falling in love with exploring the country on two wheels, he began publishing videos of his adventures on YouTube. He quickly built a loyal following because of successful videos...
2024-08-23
31 min
Life in Norway Show
Opening an English Bookstore in Oslo
Life in Norway Show Episode 86: Prismatic Pages has made a splash in its first year of operation as the only English language bookshop in Norway’s capital city. We chat to the owner. Originally from Seattle, Indigo Trigg-Hauger moved to Oslo in 2016, but that’s not when her Norwegian journey began. She grew up with a strong Norwegian influence as her mother had spent some time in Norway. Despite many people having a lifelong dream to open a bookstore, Indigo says that wasn't the case with her. She did, however, work in a bookstore for a ye...
2024-08-02
37 min
Life in Norway Show
South Sudan to Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 85: From the US to Horton via South Sudan, Nyagoa’s story is a fascinating one. Today’s guest is Nyagoa William Nyuon, a U.S. citizen who spent much of her adult life working in South Sudan. She now lives in southeast Norway working in international relations, but also helps to run a charity focused on raising awareness of child marriages in South Sudan. We talk about South Sudan, her charity work, the move to Norway, and her first impressions of the culture. Niagua is also honest about what life is l...
2024-05-31
48 min
Life in Norway Show
Living in Norway as a Russian in 2024
Life in Norway Show Episode 84: Today’s guest is Anna Kross, a landscape architect who works with the design of common spaces in the Oslo region. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/being-russian-in-norway/ But the reason Anna is on the show today is to tell her story of relocation from Russia, and what it’s been like living in Norway as a Russian over the last few years. We talk about how the current situation in the world has driven Anna and her friends to start a podcast explaining the Nordic model to R...
2024-05-18
40 min
Life in Norway Show
Buying a House in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 83: Buying a house in Norway is not something you might think about early in your relocation, but for today’s guest it was the main reason they chose to move. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/buying-a-house-podcast/ Christoph Graf is from Switzerland, and a big reason he chose to move to the Oslo region with his Norwegian wife was because of the better value housing than in his home country. On this episode, we talk about the house buying process. We cover research, viewing, and bidding. We al...
2024-05-03
34 min
Life in Norway Show
Spanish-Speaking Community in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 82: Florencia Meinardo from ‘El Podcast de Noruega’ joins us to talk about her relocation from Argentina, and the experience of native Spanish speakers in Norway. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/spanish-speaking-community/ Originally from Buenos Aires, Florencia spent some time living in the US before deciding to make Norway her home together with her Spanish partner. We talk about the relocation process, Florencia’s decision to learn Norwegian as quickly as possible, and what life in Norway is like as a native Spanish speaker.
2024-04-19
39 min
Life in Norway Show
Challenges of Moving to Trondheim
Originally from Canada, Kristine moved to Trondheim with her partner and is now happily settled working in research. But it hasn't all been plain sailing for her. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/challenges-of-moving-to-trondheim-podcast/ Kristine arrived in Norway just weeks before the pandemic, which led to a unique relocation experience. Everything from meeting new people to learning Norwegian suddenly became more of a challenge. On today's show, we talk about what to expect when job hunting as a foreigner, some of the cultural barriers you’ll need to overcome, and the challenge of...
2024-04-05
23 min
Life in Norway Show
Moving from Nepal to Norway
We often feature interviews with people relocating to Norway from the U.S., or like me, from the U.K. Today I welcome Surendra Thapaliya to the show for a different kind of story. He’s originally from Nepal, and moved to Norway in 2016 to study at BI, the Norwegian Business School. He’s since gone from strength to strength and now lives with his wife in Oslo, where he has a senior marketing position. We talk about studying in Oslo, the differences between life in Nepal and life in Norway, and his own projects helpi...
2024-03-22
25 min
Based, Biased, or BS
62 - Zach watches Everest (2015)
🏔️ Mount Everest may be the tallest point on Earth, but is it also the deadliest? 11,996 people have climbed Mount Everest since 1953, with just 6,664 of those people successfully reaching the summit. Today, we're talking about the deadly 1996 Everest Disaster. And for the last time, tightly secure your crampons before exiting your tent ⛺ (it's not what you think) Don't forget, all pictures from today's episode can be found HERE! Sources: Left for Dead: My Journey Home from Everest by Beck Weathers and Stephen Michaud "Lukl...
2024-03-15
1h 19
Life in Norway Show
Succeeding with Norway’s Job-Seeker Permit
Life in Norway Show Episode 79: Abby Noble shares her inspiring story of planning exactly how she would find a job in Norway, obtaining a job-seeker permit, and finding her ideal job in an Oslo architecture firm. Moving to Norway is a dream for many, but finding a job is often the biggest barrier. Today I’m joined by Abby Noble, an American who moved to Norway without a job in order to find one. She applied for Norway’s job-seeker visa in order to carry out her plan. She joins me on the show today to talk abou...
2024-03-08
33 min
Curiosity Weekly
Chimp Menopause, Ancient Tsunami, Sexism in Science
Today, you’ll learn about how a population of female chimps have surprisingly been found to go through menopause and live well beyond their reproductive years, an ancient tsunami and its devastating impact on stone age populations, and the dire effects of sexism in science. Chimp Menopause “Surprisingly long-lived wild female chimps go through menopause.” by Bruce Bower. 2023. “Wild Chimps Shown to Undergo Menopause for the First Time.” by Joanna Thompson. 2023. “Evolutionarily, grandmas are good for grandkids - up to a point.” by Sujata Gupta. 2019. “Why postmenopausal women are so crucial to our evolutionary success.” b...
2024-03-08
12 min
Life in Norway Show
78: Moving from Germany to Arctic Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 78: Daniela Laguniak, an expedition leader with Havila Voyages, tells us about her relocation to Northern Norway and her working life on the Norwegian coastal route. Originally from Germany, she is fluent in three languages and lives in a remote part of Finnmark, Northern Norway. Daniela worked a seasonal tourism job at the North Cape in 2012 and then made the decision to move to Norway permanently. She now lives in Tana, one of the most remote parts of Arctic Norway, with her Sami partner. She also talks about her working life...
2024-02-23
18 min
Life in Norway Show
77: Moving from Singapore to Oslo
This is episode 77 of the Life in Norway Show. Moving to Norway from outside Europe poses a whole heap of challenges, not least convincing an employer to take a chance on you. Today I’m joined by Isabelle Loh, originally from Singapore and having relocated to Oslo with her Norwegian partner, she shared her frustrations about finding a job on LinkedIn, and drew a big response. We talk about life in Oslo, how she’s gone about the job search and how that has changed over time, and some advice for fellow job-seekers. Full...
2024-02-09
29 min
Life in Norway Show
Sami Culture in Northern Norway
Life in Norway Show #76: From the Sami Parliament and efforts to keep the languages alive to the importance of handicrafts and song, we hear all about Sami culture in 2024. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/sami-culture-podcast/ The recent wind turbine controversy has brought Sami culture and indigenous rights back into the headlines here in Norway, and around the world. Bodø is about to start its year as European Capital of Culture, and the team has put Sami culture at the very heart of the program. So, who better to introduce us to th...
2024-01-26
40 min
Life in Norway Show
75: Retirement to Northern Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 75: One of the most common questions I receive at Life in Norway is about retirement, specifically the idea of moving to Norway to retire. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/retirement-to-northern-norway/ Now, while at the moment I plan to retire here, that’s not the same thing as moving here when already retired. I always thought that was a difficult thing to do, but a Life in Norway reader recently got in touch to share their story, and I immediately invited them on to the show. Not only have the...
2024-01-12
41 min
Life in Norway Show
Norway in 2024
This show is going to be a little bit different because I don’t have a guest, it’s just me, as I look ahead to all things Norway in 2024. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/norway-in-2024-podcast/ I’ll talk a little about what to expect for those of you planning a trip to Norway in 2024, plus information on what’s changing for those of us who live here in Norway. Finally I’ll talk a little bit about what you can expect from us here at Life in Norway over the coming year....
2024-01-01
06 min
The Leadership Void Podcast
Ep. 190: Army heritage, Civil Service, and Maze Books with David W. Pedersen.
In this podcast episode, we speak with David W. Pedersen (Owner of Maze Books) about his rich family history in the Army, his educational journey, his service in the VA system, and how he got into the Book world. Dave shares what he does to stay sharp as a leader, his leadership AHA moment, advice for new leaders, and details his approach to change and challenging moments in his life. To contact Dave: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-w-pedersen-4145b7220 Website: https://maze-books.com Email: mazebookshop@gmail.com...
2023-12-06
27 min
Life in Norway Show
73: Living in Mandal, Southern Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode #73: Agnes Erickson joins the podcast to talk about her move from California to Norway, and what life is like in a small town on the south coast. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/living-in-mandal-podcast/ Agnes works in the marketing team at Norrøna House, the headquarters of Norwegian outdoor clothing brand Norrøna. She works from Oslo a couple days per week and works the rest of the time in Mandal. Mandal is a small Norwegian town of about 10,000 people on the southern coast of Norway, about 30 mi...
2023-12-02
35 min
The Leadership Void Podcast
Ep. 180: Celebrating the Air Force birthday with Gen. David L. Goldfein.
In this podcast episode, we speak with General Dave L. Goldfein (21st Chief of Staff of the US Air Force) about his time leading the Air Force and to help us celebrate the 76th Air Force Birthday. Dave shares a pivotal leadership moment that he learned the most from in his evolution in the U.S. Air Force. He shares who was instrumental and impacted him while serving in the military. Dave discusses his thoughts on the future of the force and shares some pearls of wisdom and leadership advice for those entering the service.
2023-09-20
25 min
Life in Norway Show
Finding Work in Norway with a Mentor
Life in Norway Show Episode #72: A repatriate to Norway joins the show to chat about her experiences returning to Norway after many years abroad, and how mentoring can help foreigners find employment in Norway. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/work-mentoring-podcast/ Tone Indrelid was born in Norway but spent many, many years living overseas in India, Oman, Syria and Borneo before she and her family returned to Norway. She now puts her years of experience as a anthropologist, interculturalist and language instructor to good use by becoming project leader in Stavanger for...
2023-05-26
37 min
Life in Norway Show
Working in the Norwegian Gaming Industry
Life in Norway Show Episode #71: Two recent hires in Norwegian gaming company Riddlebit Software join us to talk about game development and their journey to working in Norway. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/working-in-norwegian-gaming/ Today I’m joined by two newcomers to Norway who are working in a small games development studio here in Trondheim. I have got to know both Jordan originally from Texas and Lyubov from Belarus over the past months as they work in the same coworking space as me. We talk about the gaming industry in Norway, how they fo...
2023-05-04
38 min
Life in Norway Show
Unlock Norway with Gabriella Mikiewicz
Life in Norway Show Episode #70: A US-Poland dual citizen joins the show to chat through her process of moving to Norway, and why she wants to share what she’s learned with you. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/unlock-norway-podcast/ Gabriella Mikiewicz is the founder of Unlock Norway, which she created to help fellow newcomers understand the country better. She said her experience of living in Norway has been enriched by her Norwegian partner and friends, who have given her so much content and context to understand the country better.
2023-04-21
34 min
Life in Norway Show
A Cruise Ship Captain on Life at Sea
Life in Norway Show Episode #69: Captain Victor Stoica of the Fred Olsen Cruise Lines ship MS Borealis chats about life at sea, the responsibility of captaining a cruise ship and his favourite parts of Norway. I’m just back from a two-week cruise to the north of Norway in search of the northern lights. I’ll write much more about the journey and experience in the weeks to come, but in the meantime I have an interesting interview for you. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/cruise-ship-captain/
2023-01-20
18 min
Life in Norway Show
The Norwegian Coastal Voyage with Havila
Life in Norway Show Episode #68: Lasse Vangstein of Havila Voyages joins the show to talk about the Norwegian Coastal Voyage and the new Havila vessels introduced over the past year. The Norwegian coastal voyage has grown in popularity over the last decade. While still providing a vital transport service for cargo and local passengers, travellers from all over the world to come to Norway to experience the full coastal voyage. For many years Hurtigruten has been the only operator along the route. Now, Havila Voyages are putting brand new ships into service and travellers have a choice...
2023-01-06
37 min
Life in Norway Show
Ice Hockey in Norway with Jordan George
Life in Norway Show Episode #67: We speak to an American ice hockey player living in Norway about ice hockey and how the sport differs in the UK, Germany and Norway. American Jordan George plays for Nidaros Hockey in Trondheim and also works in the club's marketing team. Previously he played professional hockey for several teams in Germany and Denmark and began by playing college hockey in the US. Full show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/ice-hockey-jordan-george-podcast/
2022-12-09
19 min
Life in Norway Show
Learning Norwegian at an American Summer Camp
Life in Norway Show Episode #66: What is like to learn Norwegian as a teenager in the US and then move to Norway 20 years later? Find out on the latest episode of our podcast. Today's guest is Kari Nixon, a scholar of medical humanities and Victorian literature. She currently holds a position as a Postdoctoral Fellow at NTNU here in Trondheim, Norway. Full show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/learning-norwegian-at-summer-camp/
2022-11-11
42 min
Life in Norway Show
Adventure Travel in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode #65: Norway is known worldwide as a great destination for discovering the great outdoors. Today we chat about how to make the most of those opportunities with today's guest, Kevin J Rosenberg. He runs tour company IAG Adventures and wants more people to discover the natural beauty in Norway and the other Nordic countries. Full show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/adventure-travel-podcast/
2022-06-10
32 min
Life in Norway Show
64: Why Norway Needs a Startup Visa
Starting a business in Norway is challenging enough at the best of times. But doing so as an immigrant is a path that's full of uncertainties. Today we’re talking about a gap in Norway’s immigration rules which entrepreneurs can easily fall into and find themselves forced to leave Norway despite having built a life here. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/startup-visa/
2022-05-27
40 min
Life in Norway Show
US Embassy in Oslo, Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 63: The acting head of the U.S. Embassy in Norway joins the show to talk about her role and the relations between the two countries. Sharon Hudson-Dean is Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Oslo, Norway. Sharon took a few minutes out of her very busy schedule when visiting Trondheim recently to become the fourth Ambassador to come on the show.
2022-03-26
24 min
History Is Dank
Dank Off: Natural Wonders Of The World
Where is the most legit natural place to post up and get immediate sustained stoke? Strider explores the 7 dankest naturally occurring places in the world and declares the best spot. What is your number 1? haversupply.com enter code DANK at checkout for 20% off your order patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Planetware.com, Lifeinnorway.net ‘17 Fascinating Facts About the Northern Lights’ by David Nikel, Grandcanyon.org, Factinformer.com, Victoriafall-guide.net, Britannica.com, Queensland.com, Justfunfacts.com
2022-01-25
44 min
Life in Norway Show
Life as a Researcher on Svalbard
Life in Norway Show Episode 62: Peter Betlem from the University Centre in Svalbard talks about living on Svalbard and working as a researcher. We talk about the science that takes place in the High Arctic as well as what life is like in Longyearbyen in such a unique part of the world. If you've ever considered studying in Svalbard, this is the show for you. Happy listening! Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/researcher-on-svalbard/
2022-01-21
20 min
Life in Norway Show
American Chamber of Commerce in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 61: Jason Turflinger of the American Chamber of Commerce in Norway joins the show to talk business culture in Norway and the US. We talk about the purpose and work of the AmCham organisation, and whether the stereotypes are true about the difference in working culture between Norway and the United States. Jason also offers up some tips for Americans looking to move to Norway and find work. Happy listening! Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/american-chamber-of-commerce/
2022-01-01
26 min
Life in Norway Show
Erasmus Study in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 60: The European Erasmus programme allows millions of students to study abroad. Here's the experience of a Dutch student visiting Trondheim, Norway. The EU’s Erasmus programme has facilitated more than 6 million students to study abroad since its creation in 1987. Every year, hundreds of students from across Europe come to Norway on an Erasmus placement. If you’ve ever considered studying in Norway as a way to sample the lifestyle here, this is the show for you. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/erasmus-study-in-norway/
2021-12-17
18 min
Life in Norway Show
Moving to Norway as a Child
Life in Norway Show Episode 59: In the latest podcast episode, I chat with a Latvian who moved to Norway as a child and then decided to stay as a teenager, without his parents. Many guests on the Life in Norway Show have a relatively similar story. Someone who chose to move to Norway in their 20s or 30s because of a job or for love. Ernests Barons moved from Latvia to Norway with his parents at the age of nine. Several years later, his parents decided to return to Latvia. He chose to stay in...
2021-11-27
33 min
Nachtschicht // Der Back- & Genuss-Brotcast
#48 Auf dem Ofenbänkle mit Frank Silvanus
Opa Nikel´s Backstub Insolvent mit allem, was dazu gehört und innerhalb von vier Jahren mit einem komplett neuen Konzept erfolgreich. Frank Silvanus hat ziemlich viel erlebt. Heute betreibt er eine Bäckerei, die nur sieben Stunden in der Woche geöffnet hat und verkauft sein Brot direkt aus der Backstube. Warum der Laden jetzt Opa Nikels Backstub‘ heißt und vieles spannendes mehr erzählt er uns in der neuen Nachtschicht.
2021-11-18
1h 15
Life in Norway Show
Travel Tips for an Outdoors Vacation in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 58: Agathe from Find Your Norway joins the show to chat about planning a hiking trip in Norway. The mountains and the fjords of Norway attract hundreds of thousands of tourists every year—at least in normal times. But a hiking trip isn't like a simple city break. It takes careful planning to get the best experience. On the show, we look at why you should look beyond the popular hiking trails and tips for first-time visitors. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/hiking-trip-planning-podcast/ Agathe's website is...
2021-11-05
34 min
Life in Norway Show
Interview with Juan Herreros, Architect of MUNCH
Life in Norway Show Episode 57: Spanish architect Juan Herreros talks about the architectural choices of the controversial new Munch Museum in Oslo. I recently attended the press preview day of the new Munch museum. The striking building is the latest addition to Oslo’s ambitious Fjord City project, which is slowly transforming the waterfront of Oslo over several decades. Many people have criticised the architecture of the new museum, so I took the opportunity to speak to the lead architect, Juan Herreros, of the Spanish architecture practice Estudio Herreros. Full Show Notes: https://ww...
2021-10-25
15 min
Life in Norway Show
The Psychology of Moving to Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 56: Moving to a new country has many challenges, but one that's not talked about so often is the psychology of adapting to a new way of life. On the latest episode of the Life in Norway Show, we dive into the psychological side of moving to Norway. I'm joined by Gabriela Sirbu from Migration of Emotion. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/psychology-of-immigration/
2021-10-21
42 min
Let's Talk About It with Mohanni Love
Meet David Page who Created-Developed-Executive Produced “ Diners-Drive-Ins-Dives”
David Page who changed the world of food television by creating-developing--executive producing the hit show “Diners-Drive-Ins-Dives. He has also written a book titled “Food Americana.”
2021-10-12
29 min
Pineapple Pizza Podcast
We Didn't Start the Fire... Probably
Lindsay closes out our tour of Norway with a three-course meal of fire and even more fire. For starters, we learn about the Bloody Monk of Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim who likes to get handsy, and not in a great way, before diving into our main course — a curious phone in Bærums Verk that likes to ring on the reg with no one on the other end of the line. To close out our meal, we visit the capital city of Oslo and Akershus Fortress where we learn about its fucked up security system. If you like learning about a l...
2021-09-19
54 min
Life in Norway Show
Life in the Norwegian Fjords
Life in Norway Show Episode 55: An introduction to Norway's fjord region with Victoria from the Norwegian Nature Centre Hardanger in Eidfjord. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/life-in-the-norwegian-fjords/
2021-08-20
14 min
Life in Norway Show
Future Travel Trends in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode #54: Satu from travel agency 50 Degrees North talks about future travel trends in Norway, along with the differences between Finland and Norway. International travel to Norway has been difficult to impossible for more than a year now. But we are starting to see some light at the end of the tunnel. But will tourism trends have changed, and if so, how? Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/travel-trends-in-norway/
2021-07-09
25 min
Life in Norway Show
One Year in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode #53: Lorelou from A Frog in the Fjord returns to talk about her new book looking back at her first year in Norway. Back in episode one, I introduced Lorelou by saying: "Lorelou is one of my favourite expat bloggers in all of Norway, mainly because of her hilarious and occasionally controversial thoughts of Norwegian society and culture." That still holds true today! Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/one-year-in-norway/
2021-06-18
30 min
Life in Norway Show
Bodø as European Capital of Culture 2024
Life in Norway Show Episode #52: We take a look at the exciting plans for a year of cultural events in Bodø in 2024. Today on the Life in Norway Show I'm joined by Henrik Sand Dagfinrud, the program director for Bodø's year as European Capital of Culture. We talk about the bid process, what the plans are for 2024, and what Henrik hopes the legacy of the year will be for Bodø, Nordland and Northern Norway in general. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/bodo-capital-of-culture/
2021-05-03
43 min
Life in Norway Show
Remembering Alt for Norge
Life in Norway Show Episode #51: We look back at Norway's Norwegian American reality show with a participant from the seventh season. Alt for Norge, the show for Norwegian Americans exploring their Norwegian roots put a new spin on reality TV during its ten-season run. Although the show is now over, we take a look back at the show through the lens of former participant Kate Mills. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/alt-for-norge-interview/
2021-04-09
42 min
Life in Norway Show
Living on the Norway-Russia Border
Life in Norway Show Episode #50: The editor of Norway's Barents Observer joins us to talk about life in Kirkenes on the border of Norway, Russia and Finland. High up in the country’s far northeastern corner, Norway shares a border with both Finland and Russia. From political tensions to climate change, the Barents region is full of fascinating stories. Since 2002, the Barents Observer, now known as the Independent Barents Observer, has been reporting from the region in both English and Russian. Today I’m joined by its editor, Thomas Nilsen. We talk about some...
2021-03-19
36 min
Life in Norway Show
Norwegian Folk Music with Eldbjørg Hemsing
Life in Norway Show Episode 49: Norwegian violinist Eldbjørg Hemsing joins the podcast to discuss folk music in Norway. Eldbjørg Hemsing is a Norwegian violinist who has lived in Austria and Germany and played all over the world. We talk about the fascinating world of music in Norway, specifically traditional folk music, and the role Norway's nature, mythology and languages play in it. Eldbjørg also introduces her own podcast, Nordics Unveiled, an English language look at what makes Nordic music, Nordic! Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/norwegian-folk-music-podcast/
2020-12-11
41 min
Books And Travel
Fjords, Vikings And The Northern Lights. Norway With David Nikel
From the stunning Northern Lights of Lofoten, to the fjords of the western coast, scenic train journeys across the mountains, Viking history, and the culture of the cities, David Nikel evokes a country that has much to explore. In this pandemic year, I’m certainly dreaming of kayaking the fjords! David Nikel is a British writer specializing in all things Scandinavia. Since moving to Norway in 2011, he’s traveled the length and breadth of the country producing the first and second editions of The Moon Norway Guidebook. He also runs a successful website and podcast Life...
2020-11-26
39 min
Life in Norway Show
Bodø/Glimt's Sensational Season
Life in Norway Show Episode 48: British football coach Gregg Broughton joins us to talk about life in northern Norway working for the new Norwegian champions. The small Norwegian club FK Bodø/Glimt have just won their first ever Norwegian title after a sensational season of attacking football and goals galore. Gregg Broughton moved from the world of English football to take charge of the Academy at Glimt in early 2018. We talk about his decision to move to Norway, his role at the club, the keys to their stunning success this season, and the plans he an...
2020-11-23
34 min
Life in Norway Show
Shopping Habits in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 47: Paul Harrison from the Kelkoo Group joins the show to talk about shopping habits in Norway, from price sensitivity to mobile payments and more. We talk about how shopping habits differ between Norway and other countries, the supermarket experience in Norway, the state of online shopping in Norway, and a look at how our money and payments are rapidly moving online. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/shopping-habits-podcast/
2020-11-13
43 min
Life in Norway Show
Norway's CO2 Storage Explained
Life in Norway Show Episode 46: An American researcher living in Norway joins the show to talk about carbon capture and storage technologies. Norway is about to buy into the concept of CO2 capture, transport and storage in a big way. The government has announced plans to plunge $1.8 billion of public money into a full-scale implementation of the technologies, known collectively as CCS. American research scientist Amy Brunsvold has lived in Norway for more than 10 years, and now works at SINTEF Energy Research in Trondheim. She is on the management team of the Norwegian CCS Research...
2020-10-16
20 min
Life in Norway Show
The Norse History of Orkney & Shetland
Life in Norway Show Episode 45: Scotland's Orkney and Shetland have a fascinating Norse history. But it's not just stories in the history books. There remains a strong Norwegian influence on the islanders' everyday life to this day. Donna Heddle heads up the Institute for Northern Studies at the University of the Highlands and Islands in Scotland. We talk about the fascinating history of Orkney and Shetland, and how that legacy shapes the culture, place names and language of the islands today. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/orkney-shetland-podcast/
2020-09-18
40 min
Life in Norway Show
The Philippine Ambassador to Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 44. The interviews with the Canadian and British Ambassadors to Norway have been some of the most popular episodes of the Life in Norway Show so far. So, I'm delighted to welcome another Ambassador onto the podcast today. Ambassador Jocelyn Batoon-Garcia is the Philippine Ambassador to Norway and Iceland. It's her third ambassadorial role and is the latest step in her globetrotting career representing her country. We talk about the links between Norway and the Philippines, the importance of the shipping and maritime industries to both countries, and the everyday life of a...
2020-09-04
24 min
Life in Norway Show
Life in Bergen, Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 43: Tour guide Emma Vestrheim joins the podcast to chat about moving from Australia to Norway, the experience of living in Bergen, and working as a tour guide in Norway. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/life-in-bergen-podcast/
2020-08-14
32 min
Life in Norway Show
Reading & Writing Books in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 42: Co-writing duo the Lost Viking Writers to talk about Norwegian literature and the publishing industry in Norway. Today I’m joined by Brian Talgo and Brynjulf Haugan, two writers living in Norway. Brian is an expat New Yorker and Brynjulf grew up in Canada, but both have lived in Norway for much of their lives. They are co-writing a trilogy of historical fiction, the first of which is called The Salt of Ancient Tears. We talk about the publishing industry in Norway, including some of the popular authors and genres. We...
2020-07-23
43 min
Life in Norway Show
Norwegian TV: Occupied and More
Life in Norway Show Episode 41: It's time to talk Norwegian TV, including Okkupert (Occupied), Beforeigners and Ragnarok, among other favourites. Today I’m joined by Jack Esposito, co-host of a podcast all about Norwegian TV and film called Pod for Norge. His show began as an episode-by-episode breakdown of Okkupert (Occupied), a near-future thriller set in Norway, but has since broadened to cover many more shows and the occasional movie. We talk about several of the most popular TV shows in Norway, many of which are now available to watch all around the world thanks to...
2020-07-03
32 min
Life in Norway Show
Researching the Viking Age
Life in Norway Show Episode 40: A look inside a research centre focused on the Viking Age. Just a few episodes ago I spoke to a Viking ship archaeologist. Today I'm returning to the subject of the Norsemen and talking to researcher Keith Ruiter who focuses his studies on the Viking Age. We talked about the importance of researching historical time periods, and just how we go about doing that. We also cover why learning languages, including how to read Old Norse, is so important to the work. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway...
2020-06-19
36 min
Life in Norway Show
Maria Amelie on Entrepreneurship for Migrants in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 39: One of Norway's most famous immigrants, Maria Amelie, tells us about her life as a teenage asylum seeker, how she got to return to Norway after being deported, and her new business Startup Migrants. If you were in Norway around ten years ago, chances are you'll know the name Maria Amelie. Around ten years ago, she was a household name. Her book Illegally Norwegian documented her story of her teenage years and beyond as an illegal resident in Norway. The media storm around the book and her subsequent deportation ended...
2020-06-03
35 min
Life in Norway Show
Viking Ship Archaeology in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 38: An interview with Knut Paasche from the Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research, all about finding Viking ships in Norway. When it comes to the history of Scandinavia, few things are more iconic than Viking ships. They turned the Vikings from farmers into explorers, raiders and traders, cementing their place in history. In recent years, more Viking ship burial sites are being discovered all over Scandinavia. But why now, more than 1000 years later? To find out, I invited Knut Paasche, an expert on Viking ship archaeology onto the show. He...
2020-04-11
33 min
Life in Norway Show
Moving from Portugal to Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 37: What's it like to leave the sunshine of Portugal for the mild summers and chilly winters of Oslo? How can you find work in Norway as an architect? We answer these questions and more in the latest episode of the podcast. More and more foreigners living in Norway are sharing their experiences on YouTube. I already spoke to one of them, Pame, on episode 22 about her experiences relocating from Mexico. Today, I'm speaking to another. Mon moved from Portugal to study in Norway in 2014 and hasn't gone back. Today she...
2020-03-28
24 min
Life in Norway Show
Coronavirus Podcast: COVID-19 in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 36: In a break from the usual schedule, we update everyone on the latest situation with the coronavirus in Norway. Hi everyone. I've shifted the schedule around to bring you this short special update. The original episode will still air so look out for that in a week or so. The topic today is as I'm sure everyone will expect is the coronavirus in Norway. COVID-19 has disrupted everyday life in Norway like no other time outside of war. Much of the country is shut down with tens of thousands of...
2020-03-21
11 min
Life in Norway Show
35: British Ambassador in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 35: The last few years have been uncertain times for Brits living all across Europe, and in Norway. I'm joined today by Richard Wood, the British Ambassador, to talk Brexit, the future of the UK's relationship with Norway, and his life in Oslo. The podcast is back! Yes, after a few months break, the number of emails I received from people asking for its return have worked their magic. I have a few episodes already recorded and it feels great to be back behind the mic! To kick-things off, I'm welcoming...
2020-02-22
23 min
Life in Norway Show
Living an Island Life on Skrova, Lofoten
Life in Norway Show Episode 34: What's it like living on a small island in northern Norway? We find out as the Life in Norway Show chats to some of the people who call Skrova their home. I'm just back from a working trip to Skrova, a tiny island in the north of Norway. Less than 200 people live here, and it takes a 30-minute ferry ride from Skrova to reach it. I was there to cover a story on a bike sharing scheme, but I quickly discovered an island with outgoing locals and a love for photography.
2019-08-16
21 min
Life in Norway Show
Sustainable Food in Central Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 33: Michelin star chef Heidi Bjerkan from Credo joins the show to chat about their sustainability award and working in the food industry in central Norway. Back in February, Europe’s foodies had to check a map. The Michelin Nordic guide included not one but two restaurants in Trondheim, giving the city its first ever Michelin stars. One of those restaurants, Credo, also picked up the new Michelin Nordic Guide Sustainability Award. At the recent NTNU Big Challenge science festival, Credo head chef and owner Heidi Bjerkan was on hand to present...
2019-06-21
13 min
Life in Norway Show
Luxury Travel in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 32: Wil Lee-Wright of Trondheim's Britannia Hotel welcomes me for lunch as we chat about the hotel's renovation and what luxury experiences are available for visitors to central Norway. Trondheim recently saw the reopening of the historic Britannia Hotel at the heart of the city. It's one of a number of top-tier hotels to open in the country recently, in what seems to be a trend towards luxury tourism. When I was invited for lunch and a look around by a former guest of the Life in Norway Show, I got...
2019-05-24
28 min
Life in Norway Show
Enjoying the Outdoors in Oslo, Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 31: Curtis Rojak from Viking Biking joins us to chat about how much he loves the outdoors lifestyle in Oslo, so much so that he started a tour business to share that love with visitors. There’s plenty of ways to embrace the Norwegian outdoors lifestyle even if you live in the capital city. One person who knows that better than most is Curtis Rojak, founder of Viking Biking. He joins the Life in Norway Show to talk about the Norwegian 'friluftsliv', his love for Oslo, and where exactly he takes vi...
2019-05-10
38 min
Life in Norway Show
Long-Distance Cycling in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 30: Andrew Sykes is a British author and long-distance cyclist. He chose to take on an almighty challenge, cycling from the south of Spain to the very north of Norway. Here's his story! A few years ago, British long-distance cyclist and writer Andrew P. Sykes cycled from the south of Europe all the way to Nordkapp at the very northern tip of the Norwegian mainland. Rather him than me! Having said that I am rather envious, as such a trip must take you through places the majority of us won't ever see. ...
2019-05-03
35 min
Life in Norway Show
The Wandering Norwegian
Life in Norway Show Episode 29: Gunnar Garfors is a Norwegian journalist who has visited every country in the world - twice! He tells us about what he's learned from travelling the world. Since the Viking Age, Norwegians have been known as travellers, but today's guest takes things a step further. Today I'm joined by Gunnar Garfors, a Norwegian journalist, globetrotter, and author of the book How I Ran Out Of Countries. We talk about where his ambition came from, what his travels have taught him about Norway's place in the world, and where in the...
2019-04-26
34 min
Life in Norway Show
Life in Small-Town Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 28: Jill Kirchmann from the Norway Times blog tells us all about life in the small Norwegian town Hølen, and why she chose to move away from the capital city. I've only ever lived in Oslo and Trondheim, and every so often I do wonder what life would be like in a much smaller place. Having grown up in a small village in England, I have fond memories of life in a small community. But what would that be like as an adult, and in Norway? Jill Kirchmann, a Canadian w...
2019-04-19
36 min
Life in Norway Show
Sport and Play in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 27: Mike Emery, CEO of Oslo sports broadcasting company Joymo, joins us to talk about Norwegian sports club culture and how he's working to get more kids playing sport not just in Norway, but all around the world. Mike moved from Wales to Norway via London to start a family with his Norwegian wife. His day-to-day work is with Joymo, a technology startup in Oslo that enables grassroots sports teams to broadcast their games live. But his interest in grassroots sports goes way beyond his day job. On today's episode of t...
2019-04-12
28 min
Life in Norway Show
Gardening in Norway with the English Gardener
Life in Norway Show Episode 26: Originally from the UK, Paule Miller talks about gardening culture in Norway and shares some tips for getting started year-round. I live in an apartment so gardening hasn't been on my radar since moving to Norway back in 2011. After my chat with Paule Miller, perhaps that could change! Full show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode26 Originally from Essex in England, Paule moved to Norway in 1994. Three years ago he set up a gardening business to further pursue his lifelong hobby, and it's gone from strength to strength...
2019-04-05
32 min
Life in Norway Show
Growing Food on Svalbard
Life in Norway Episode 25: American chef Ben Vidmar is so passionate about food that he's trying to grow his own in the world's northernmost community. Full show notes including photos: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/growing-food-on-svalbard/ On my recent trip to Svalbard I met so many fascinating people from all over the world. Everyone has their story to tell, but without doubt one of the most interesting is that of American entrepreneur Ben Vidmar. He works in Svalbard as a chef and has his own business, Polar Permaculture. He aims to solve...
2019-03-29
22 min
Life in Norway Show
Behind the Scenes on Hurtigruten
Life in Norway Show Episode 24: We go behind the scenes on the MS Vesterålen to meet some of the people who work for Hurtigruten. Full show notes including photos: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode24/ Norway's Hurtigruten famously offers guests a memorable 12-day cruise up and down the Norwegian coastline, but the company's ships also serve dual purpose as a local passenger and cargo service. In this week's episode, I go behind the scenes on the MS Vesterålen to meet some of the dedicated people who keep the vessel running. If...
2019-03-22
31 min
Life in Norway Show
Adventure Tourism in Svalbard
Life in Norway Show Episode 23: Long-term Longyearbyen resident and tour guide Anna Lena Ekeblad talks adventure tourism in Svalbard on a scenic drive around the settlement. Full show notes including photos: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode23/ After more than seven years in Norway, I finally ticked off a major item on my bucket list this March by visiting Svalbard. The Arctic archipelago is the farthest north you can get on a scheduled flight – anywhere in the world. Adventure tourism in Svalbard Although coal mining still takes place on Svalbard, scientific research and...
2019-03-15
34 min
Life in Norway Show
Pame Koselig: From Mexico to Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 22: Meet Mexican YouTuber Pame who has lived in Norway for seven years and runs a popular YouTube channel all about her experiences in the land of the Vikings. There are quite a lot of people making YouTube videos about Norway these days, but not so many in Spanish. I've been watching Pame's YouTube videos for years as they have helped me get better at Spanish! I'm delighted to welcome her onto the Life in Norway Show. We chat about her experiences moving to Norway as a student, learning the language, a...
2019-03-08
33 min
Life in Norway Show
Entrepreneurship in Rural Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 21: Entrepreneur Torill Wilhelmsen joins us to discuss Norwegian entrepreneurship and the advantages of starting a business in rural Norway. After many years of lagging behind its Nordic neighbours Sweden and Finland, Norway is finally catching up supporting new business and entrepreneurship. Today’s guest Torill Wilhelmsen talks about the challenges and benefits of working for yourself in rural Norway. Full show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode21/ Making a living outside the cities One issue is that support programs and startup ecosystems tend to be concentrated in an...
2019-02-08
33 min
Life in Norway Show
The Unwritten Social Rules of Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 20: Norwegian Social entrepreneur Munib Mushtaq from Gi en hånd Norwegian social entrepreneur Munib Mushtaq talks about working with immigrants and the unwritten social rules of Norwegian society. Full show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode20/ New to Norway There are many organisations that help people moving to Norway, but few courses look beyond the practicalities of setting someone up in the system, learning the language and finding employment. While all those things are important, becoming truly settled in Norway with Norwegian friends and a fu...
2019-01-25
32 min
Life in Norway Show
What's Coming in 2019
Life in Norway Show Episode 19: What's Coming in 2019 Happy New Year everyone! For episode 19, I've decided to record a solo show to let you all know about the exciting plans I have for Life in Norway over the coming year. If you prefer to read, there's a transcript in the show notes. Full show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode19/ A new year is a time for reflection, and whichever way I look at it, 2018 was an outstanding year for Life in Norway. I managed to get the podcast going again after a m...
2019-01-11
07 min
Life in Norway Show
Bobby Madley: From Premier League to Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 18: Referee Bobby Madley from Premier League to Norway A look at the first few weeks in Oslo for Bobby Madley, who has hung up his referee's whistle in England's Premier League to give life in the Norwegian capital a go. Full show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode18/ He moved to join his Norwegian girlfriend in Oslo and has already met with the Norwegian Football Federation to discuss his hopes for officiating in the Norwegian football system. Brand New in Oslo While we do t...
2018-12-28
25 min
Life in Norway Show
Hallo Norge! From Cairo to Oslo
Life in Norway Show Episode 17: Hallo Norge! From Cairo to Oslo A look at the challenges in adjusting to life in Norway with the Egyptian host of the Hallo Norge podcast. Full show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode17/ For episode 17 of the Life in Norway Show I'm joined by Mariam Kirollos, host of the Norwegian language Hallo Norge podcast that introduces Norway to new arrivals. Mariam moved to Norway with her Norwegian husband and works for Save the Children Norway in addition to her work on the podcast. Some...
2018-12-14
28 min
Life in Norway Show
Art, Design and Creativity in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 16: Art, Design & Creativity in Norway Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode16 For episode 16 of the Life in Norway Show I'm joined by American artist Elizabeth Ramsey, director of Blank Space Oslo, an ambitious art collective and creative space in the Norwegian capital. We talk about the differences between creativity in Scandinavia and elsewhere, how Norwegians view art and creativity, the thought behind Blank Space Oslo and how the 'average person' can get involved. We also discuss top art and d...
2018-11-30
30 min
Life in Norway Show
Student Life in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 15: Student Life in Norway Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode15 For episode 15 of the Life in Norway Show I'm joined by Kelsey Barnhill, an American student attending the Norwegian University of Life Sciences. Almost every day I receive emails from people from all over the world who are considering applying for university in Norway. Because I've never studied here, I can only offer general advice. But Kelsey can speak from true experience! We talk about why she...
2018-11-16
31 min
Life in Norway Show
True Crime in Norway - Death in Ice Valley
Life in Norway Show Episode 14: True Crime - Death in Ice Valley Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode14 For episode 14 of the Life in Norway Show I'm joined by NRK journalist Marit Higraff, co-presenter of the hit true crime podcast Death in Ice Valley. The hit show from NRK and the BBC has been picking up celebrity fans and awards all around the world. It looks in detail at the case of the Isdal woman, one of Norway's most infamous unsolved mysteries....
2018-11-02
26 min
Life in Norway Show
Travel Hacking in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 13: Travel Hacking in Norway Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode13 For lucky episode 13 of the Life in Norway Show I'm joined by Scandinavian travel hacking expert Martin Damm Laupstad, editor of the Norwegian travel news website InsideFlyer.no. First things first, what is travel hacking? The term means different things to different people, but what we talk about is how you can use frequent flyer points to earn free or discounted flights, and many other perks such as fast-track...
2018-10-19
26 min
Life in Norway Show
Job-Hunting in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 12: Job-Hunting in Norway Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode12 The co-authors of How to Find a Job in Norway discuss their top job-hunting tips for foreigners in Norway. Welcome back to the Life in Norway Show! Yes, it's finally time for season two. I had only intended to take a few weeks break following season one, but it's amazing how quickly a few weeks can turn into almost a year. Regular readers will know that over the su...
2018-10-05
24 min
Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg
Travel Today with Peter Greenberg – The Thief Hotel in Oslo, Norway
This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from The Thief hotel in Oslo, Norway, a cutting edge design hotel with a great story to tell. David Nikel, Author of Norway and Oslo travel guides (Moon Publications), talks about the wake-up call Oslo and the rest of the country received when The Thief hotel opened in the city and explains its role in modernizing what was once a Spartan approach to hospitality. Stein Olav Henrichsen, Director of The Munch Museum, discusses the event that made world news – the robbing of “The Scream” painting and the little-known stories behind it. And Jason Moor...
2018-09-12
1h 02
Life in Norway Show
The Norwegian Americans
Life in Norway Show Episode 11: The Norwegian Americans Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode11 The history of Norwegian emigration to America is a fascinating one. Newspaper editor Emily Skaftun tells us all about the modern Norwegian American community. It’s time to wrap up season one of the Life in Norway Show, and for the first time, I’m speaking to someone who doesn’t actually live in Norway. The reason? More than a hundred years ago, Norwegians moved to the USA en masse in sea...
2018-02-09
38 min
Life in Norway Show
Inside Work-Work, Trondheim's Creative Lab
Life in Norway Show Episode 10: Inside Work-Work Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode10 Come take a stroll around Work-Work, Trondheim's gaming bar and coworking space for creative entrepreneurs in the latest episode of the Life in Norway Show. As we race towards the end of season one of the Life in Norway Show, it's time to mix things up a little. Rather than the usual one-on-one interview, this episode sees yours truly take a walk around Work-Work, Trondheim's creative coworking space and gaming bar.
2018-01-18
30 min
Life in Norway Show
Living in Lofoten with Photographer Cody Duncan
Life in Norway Show Episode 9: Living in Lofoten Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode9 American photographer Cody Duncan gives us the lowdown on what life is really like in Lofoten, northern Norway. Lofoten is one of the most popular bucket list destinations for travellers, but very few people actually live there. One of those lucky few is American photographer Cody Duncan, who makes a living leading photo tours, selling ebooks, and taking photos. He joins the latest episode of the Life in...
2018-01-05
37 min
Life in Norway Show
Norwegian Food with Whitney Love Bredland
Life in Norway Show Episode 8: Norwegian Food Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode8 Whitney Bredland Love from the Thanks for the Food blog is the latest guest on the Life in Norway Show. Whitney talks to us about the interesting world of Norwegian food. We look at Norwegian cuisine from the perspective of living here, and some tips for visitors too. We also take a trip around Norway and hear about some of the regional specialities. We talk about: Why Whitney d...
2017-12-22
44 min
Life in Norway Show
Living in Oslo with Jason Moore
Life in Norway Show Episode 7: Living in Oslo Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode7 Jason Moore from the Zero to Travel podcast is the latest guest on the Life in Norway Show. Jason talks to us about living in Norway's capital city, the differences from life in the United States, and his list of must-see places for travellers planning a trip to Oslo. We talk about: Why Jason and his wife chose to live in Norway over the USA Jason's description of Oslo...
2017-12-08
55 min
Life in Norway Show
Artur Wilczynski, the Canadian Ambassador to Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 6: The Canadian Ambassador to Norway Learn about the life of a modern diplomat as Artur Wilczynski joins the latest episode of the Life in Norway Show. I'm pleased to welcome my first Canadian guest to the Life in Norway Show, but not just any Canadian. Artur Wilczynski moved to Norway in 2014 to take up the role of Canadian Ambassador to Norway. Since taking up the post, the Ambassador has travelled Norway extensively meeting Canadians living in Norway and talking to Norwegians about the country's relationship with Canada. Get...
2017-11-24
39 min
Life in Norway Show
Living in Trondheim
Life in Norway Show Episode 5: Living in Trondheim Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode5 Five episodes into the podcast and I'm finally joined by a fellow Brit! I promise we don't talk about football and tea too much. Wil Lee-Wright moved to Norway eight years ago with his Norwegian wife. He works as a freelance photographer and was instrumental in the creation of The List, Trondheim's English language print magazine. We talk about: An introduction to Trondheim for those who've never...
2017-11-10
45 min
Life in Norway Show
Working Culture in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 4: Working Culture in Norway Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode4 Former US Marine Dave Smith joins the Life in Norway Show to talk about the differences between office life in the USA and Norway. Back in 2014, Dave travelled to Trondheim with his Norwegian girlfriend in an attempt to find work and make a home for himself. Three years later, he's happily married, working as Head of Marketing for a rapidly growing startup, and has fully embraced the Norwegian lifestyle.
2017-10-27
41 min
Life in Norway Show
Raising a Child in Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 3: Raising a Child in Norway Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode3 American expat Audrey Camp talks about the differences in childcare between the USA and Norway, and the challenges of having a baby in a foreign country. Audrey Camp is a freelance writer and American expat living in Oslo, Norway with her husband and daughter. She received her MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University and her MA in British and American Literature from the University of Oslo. Her w...
2017-10-13
49 min
Life in Norway Show
Living in Tromsø & Arctic Norway
Life in Norway Show Episode 2: Life in Arctic Norway German blogger Vanessa Brune talks about life in Tromsø, what she loved about the Norwegian Arctic, but why she chose to move on. Vanessa moved to Norway for a Master's degree course in Indigenous studies, and soon fell in love with the place. She started her blog, Snow in Tromsø, to chronicle her adventures and share her travel tips with a wider audience. But after several years in the Arctic, Vanessa has chosen to move with her boyfriend to a different part of Norway....
2017-09-29
25 min
Life in Norway Show
A Frog in the Fjord
On the first episode of the Life in Norway Show, French blogger Lorelou Desjardins joins David to talk about becoming an untintentional star in the Norwegian media, as well as publishing a book in her fourth language. Show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/podcast1
2017-09-17
35 min
Life in Norway Show
Welcome to the Life in Norway Show
The Life in Norway Show provides an insider's view on Norway, in English. Join our host David Nikel, a British expat who has lived in Norway since 2011, as he interviews fellow foreigners about what life is really like in this part of Scandinavia. Is Norway really the happiest country on earth? Let's find out! Podcast Info: https://www.lifeinnorway.net
2017-09-17
01 min
Travel with Amateur Traveler Podcast
Travel to the Lofoten Islands of Norway
Hear about travel to the Lofoten Islands of Norway as the Amateur Traveler talks to David Nikel, author of the Moon guide to Norway, about one of his favorite regions in that beautiful country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-08-26
46 min
Homegrown
Homegrown Programme 79
This weeks Podcast is dedicated to the memory of Diane Treadwell 1942-1997 Music: Inner Voices - Ice Breaker Alternate Routes - Time Is A Runaway Farewell Redemption - Please Stay Mice Parade - Double Dolphins On The Nikel Tom Nunn - Mothicfolk Dirt City Radio - The Train Song Tom Ze - Cara-cua - Revolta Nago-Oio 1830 Roscoe Chenier - A Mothers Love The Alice Project - Happy Mothers Day David Gilmore - High Hopes (Session for AOL) Spoken Word: ...
2007-05-21
1h 08