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This podcast episode is about how Vietnamese people celebrate first birthdays. We’re going to dive into rituals, superstition, Lunar New Year, horoscopes and how this all transfers to a Danish context. Let’s go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about New Year’s resolutions … What New Year's resolutions are popular among Danes, and why do people find it so difficult to stick to them? Of course, I'll also share my New Year's resolutions for 2025 with you. Just like I'll tell you about the resolutions I made last year and how those ambitions turned out. Let’s get started! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

This podcast episode is about New Year's. How do Danes celebrate New Year's, and how do I personally celebrate it? And what did my New Year's Eve look like specifically in 2024? Let's dive into both the culture and the terminology surrounding New Years Eve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kalle talks about how he spent yesterday evening watching TV. Let’s have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sanne talks about making pottery and why she has become passionate about it. Let’s have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nora reflects on what it will be like to give birth for the first time. She talks to her friend Alma about her thoughts. Let’s have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Helle reflects on the changing weather, her past Italian vacation, and a recent visit to the doctor. She spends a sunny afternoon with her friend Martin. Let’s have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eline balances fitness and creativity, spending her day training at the gym and drawing animals at home. Let’s hear more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about Maria who is going grocery shopping for dinner. She wants to adapt her pasta recipe for her friend Peter’s cheese allergy. They talk about food preferences and plan their next meal together. Let’s have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about Marie from France. She lives in a cosy house with a small garden. She enjoys her home, takes care of her flowers and has a friendly neighbor called Peter. Let’s have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about Sanne from Denmark. She looks through her family photo album, reflecting on her parents' long marriage, her brother's children and her own wedding. Let’s have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about Marianne who tells us about a regular day in her daily life. Let’s get started.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about kindergartens. In Denmark, we have a great variety of them and other countries appear to be rather inspired by Danish pedagogues and by the way we integrate nature. Let’s find out more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about prepping. The world, in many ways, is on fire. We're told the crisis is coming, but far from everyone is preparing for it. I’m looking into why that is. I’d also like to share how things are going in our household. Because honestly – we need to step up. Let’s do it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about longevity. A personal interest of mine. Not that I’m religious about it, but I read the articles when I come across them and I listen when experts talk about their research. Aaand I’ve incorporated a few maybe, maybe not, untraditional longevity habits in my own daily routine over the years. So, let’s do this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

This podcast episode is about food reviews. Food critics and influencers on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook are riding high. And the consumers make great use of sites like Smag Aarhus and Smag København. We rely heavily on this kind of help in our quest for our next dining experience. Including me! Let’s get started! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about fun and it’s about what generally makes me laugh. I hope to broaden your Danish humour horizon and make you excited about learning even more language while having a good time. Let’s get started! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about the sweet buns “fastelavnsboller” and the true fastelavnsbolle craze we’ve experienced the last few years. What are they exactly? Should you buy or make them yourself? And why the hype?! Let’s find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode is about Magda. She loves to attend group fitness classes at her local gym. Let's hear more about that! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christmas holidays are coming up. In this episode, I'll tell you what I've got planned for my holiday. Let's do it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is about boardgames. Many Danes have boardgames at the centre of their hygge sessions. So let's hear more about that! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final episode of our Danish humour series, Vigdis unpacks the linguistic and cultural layers that make Danish jokes so hard to translate—literally and socially. From modal adverbs and flat intonation to national in-jokes and shared socialisation, we explore why understanding humour in Denmark takes more than just learning the language. With input from international residents, reflections on...

In Part Two of our series on Danish humour, Vigdis takes a closer look at how Danes use humour across different settings—especially at work—where jokes often ignore hierarchy and formality. You'll learn how self-irony plays a key role in everyday interactions, how humour is used to build trust (and sometimes accidentally destroy it), and why timing, tone, and cultural awareness are essential for s...

Why do Danes joke in such a dry, ironic, and often dark way—and why does it leave so many internationals confused? In this three-part mini-series, Vigdis dives deep into the world of Danish humour, exploring how Danes use irony, sarcasm, and self-deprecation to build trust, challenge norms, and connect with others. From workplace banter to stand-up shows, film quotes to everyday awkward moments, t...

This podcast episode is about skin cancer. Some of the things we enjoy the most are also some of the things that can harm us the most. With summer, sunshine and June upon us, let’s talk about skin cancer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.