All Points North

Finland has set itself ambitious climate goals, so why is it cool on EU plans to protect forests? With food inflation reaching new heights, the show hears how one international family is coping without breaking the bank. APN also hits the ice in Tampere. This week's show was presented by Egan Richardson and Zena Iovino, with additional reporting by Matthew Schilke. The sound engineer was Anders Jo...

Is Finland’s perception of China changing? We also ask if carbon offsetting your flights works and shine a light on driving during Finland’s dark months. This week's show was presented by Zena Iovino and Veronica Kontopoulou. The sound engineer was Anders Johansson. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 3 November 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

We hear about efforts to find jobs for foreigners in Finland and ask what’s driving "Rally English." This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Zena Iovino. The sound engineer was Mikko Kymäläinen. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 27 October 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Veronica Kontopoulou. The sound engineer was Panu Willman. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 13 October 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

Food prices in Finland are rising, but as consumers feel the pinch, the show asks who’s benefiting from the crisis. Social media is blamed for many ills, and now scientists say these platforms hold a clue to Finland’s falling fertility rate. This week's show was presented by Zena Iovino and Matthew Schilke. The sound engineer was Laura Koso. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0...

All Points North dives into Baltic blasts, scrutinises security on the Russian border and hears from foreigners learning Finnish from each other. This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Zena Iovino. The sound engineer was Anders Johansson. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 29 September 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

On this week's show, we follow the trail of gas shipments from Russia and ask why Finland is still granting Russians tourist visas. This week's show was presented by Zena Iovino and Ronan Browne. The sound engineer was Laura Koso. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 22 September 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Veronica Kontopoulou. The sound engineer was Anders Johansson. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 15 September 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

Some Ukrainians’ living conditions in Finland serve up food for thought, and can Finland realistically attract more foreign labour without making English an official language? This week's show was presented by Zena Iovino and Mark B. Odom. The sound engineer was Joonatan Kotila. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 8 September 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

With inflation rates and energy prices rising to record levels, severe staff shortages in the healthcare sector, and Finland's Nato accession reaching a critical juncture, All Points North looks ahead to an autumn of political turmoil. This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Veronica Kontopoulou, with additional reporting by Zena Iovino. The sound engineer was Anders Johansson. Let us k...

This week's show discusses how a MeToo scandal is rocking Finnish politics, examines homophobic discrimination in the workplace, and hears about the magic of Finnish Midsummer. This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Veronica Kontopoulou. The sound engineer was Joonatan Kotila. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 23 June 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

Why is starting a business the only option available to some foreigners in Finland, what does Turkey want and how can travellers beat the queues at Helsinki Airport this summer? This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Zena Iovino. The sound engineer was Anders Johansson. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 16 June 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

Why are parents so tired in the world’s “happiest” country and how did Finland find itself in a financial mess involving the United Nations?

We ask if pay increases are the answer to Finland's rising inflation rate, discuss the latest social media storm, and examine why Finns climb statues to celebrate sporting success. This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Veronica Kontopoulou. The sound engineer was Panu Willman. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 2 June 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

We ask whether Turkey can block Finland's Nato bid, hear what lurks beneath the surface of some of Helsinki’s famed bunkers, and hear how Finland's treasured buckets could save your life. This week's show was presented by Mark B. Odom and Zena Iovino. The sound engineer was Joonatan Kotila. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 19 May 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

In this week's show we look at Finland's final steps towards applying for Nato membership, discuss Finnish-language barriers for third culture kids, and look ahead to Tampere and Helsinki hosting the ice hockey world finals. This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Zena Iovino. The sound engineer was Anders Johansson. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 12 May 20...

In this week's show we look at how the much-hyped 'activation model' is shaping up, ask why there seems to be so much racism online, and delve into the mysteries of why exactly people play cricket in Finland. This week's show was presented Egan Richardson and Zena Iovino, with additional reporting by Veronica Kontopoulou. The sound engineer was Juha Hjelm. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp o...

In this week's show we examine the reality of 'third culture kids' in Finland as they look to navigate the intersections of Finnish society. We also cover the aftermath of the UPM strike, ask if a sober Vappu is desirable, and look at the latest developments in Finland's security policy debate. This week's show was presented by Zena Iovino and Egan Richardson, with additional reporting by Veronica...

In this week's show APN tackles disinformation efforts from Russia, including a video that prompted scary headlines in other countries. We also ask if nurses really need to resign to get a pay rise, and explore a programme aimed at helping foreign spouses into the workforce. This week's show was presented by Zena Iovino and Egan Richardson. The sound engineer was Anders Johansson. Let us know what...

A major nurses’ strike is exposing cracks in Finland's healthcare system, which nurses say doesn’t pay a livable wage. We also explore what kinds of jobs Ukrainian arrivals are landing as they gain instant access to the job market. This week's show was presented by Zena Iovino and Egan Richardson, with additional reporting by Adam Smith. The producer was Mark B. Odom and the sound engineer was And...

People in Finland seem willing to accept pandemic life as the new reality, but how will the healthcare system cope as new infections reach all-time highs? We also ask if it's okay for lawmakers to slander minorities and learn that Finland's most affordable vacation spots are right in our backyards. This week's show was presented by Zena Iovino and Veronica Kontopoulou, with reporting by Ronan Brow...

This week we examine what Finland is doing to help thousands of Ukrainians who are seeking sanctuary. This week's show was presented by Ronan Browne and Zena Iovino, the producer was Mark B. Odom and the sound engineer was Tuomas Vauhkonen. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 24 March 2022 / All Points North / Yle News

In this week's podcast we look at the politics of deciding to join Nato, round up the week's major stories, and ask if you can grow your own vegetables in Finland. This week's show was presented by Egan Richardson and Zena Iovino, the producer was Mark B. Odom and the sound engineer was Katri Koivula. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 17 March 2022 / All Points North / Y...

This week we look at how Finnish politicians, companies and the public have continued to respond to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. This week's All Points North was presented by Ronan Browne and Veronica Kontopoulou. The producer was Mark B. Odom and the sound engineer was Panu Willman. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909. 10 March 2022 / All Points North / Yle News