Your Monthly Dose of Europe

In this episode, we will be discussing the election in Denmark that took place March 24th. The discussion will include information on the different political parties that are involved in the election, how the election work, how their parliament work, the different topics during the elections and the results of the election itself. The guest in today’s episode is Jonas Degn, currently studying econ...

In this episode, we will be discussing abortion and reproductive rights throughout Europe. We will talk about the different types of laws that exist regarding abortion, as well as the various societal factors surrounding the subject, including anti-choice and pro-choice groups and the impact they have on reproductive rights. The guest in today’s episode is Katarina Bergehed, Senior Policy Advisor...

For the first episode of this academic year we will have a discussion about the recent parliamentary election that took place in Moldova on 28 September 2025. We will also talk about everyone involved in the election, foreign influence, the history of the country and much more. The guest of today's episode who will guide us through all of this is Cristian Velixar, currently studying political comm...

2024 has been dubbed the "Super Election Year" because nearly half of the world population in more than 70 countries are heading to the polls. Two smaller states at the outskirts of Europe - Georgia and Moldova - are also holding their elections with implications for Europe's stability and future. In this second episode, we talk about election results, foreign policy decisions, and pro-d...

In the first episode of this academic year, we dive into the topic of gender equality, identity and social movements in Europe. To guide us through this, we have with us Katarzyna Wojnicka, associate professor of Sociology at the University of Gothenburg. Hosts: Janis Daudzvards & Samuele Arioli Podcast team:  Abigail Sportza, Athini Perera, Janis Daudzvards & Samuele Arioli This is a podc...

Your Monthly Dose of Europe is back, and Karolin and Eugenia are concluding the spring semester of 2024 with this episode! Together with Jens Norrby, PhD candidate at the University of Gothenburg, we’re talking about Brexit, the EU, EU-UK relations and everything in between! Hosts: Karolin Wanek & Eugenia Hanniffy This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio. Link t...

In an increasingly globalised world, understanding the economic dynamics between China and the European Union is crucial! In this episode we talk  with Frederic Cho, Vice Chairman of the Sweden-China Trade Council, about EU-China relation, the role of the United States and Russia and future prospects. Hosts: Sebastian Lindberg and Abigail Hartshorn This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103...

This episode of Your Monthly Dose of Europe features an exclusive interview with Saga Barnard and Lina Forsman from the Gothenburg European Office in Brussels. The interview is held in Swedish, followed by a summary in English. Stay tuned for an enlightening discussion on EU affairs and learn about the purpose of the office, career pathways and outlooks on the future. Host: Magdalena Johnson  Disc...

If you are curious about what goes on inside the European Commission, how trade agreements are formed, and geopolitics in the last 10 years - you are in the right place! In this episode, our guest Cecilia Malmström, an ex-Commissioner for both Home Affairs and Trade, discusses past challenges in negotiations and sanctions, and future challenges for the EU body under the current turbulent political...

Since the EU elections are coming up in June (6-9 2024!), in this episode we’ll talk about all things related to the European parliament, voting across the EU, and, of course, how you can vote! Together with Linda Berg, PhD, senior lecturer in political science and Director of Studies for the Centre for European Studies, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about how your voice can shape Eu...

If you ever wondered about how the EU works and what exactly happens in all the different institutions, you are not alone! This episode is dedicated to the EU’s institutional framework! Our guest Monika de Silva, PhD candidate at the University of Gothenburg, explains all the important differences and procedures to us. Hosts: Karolin Wanek & Anina Ricke This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa...

This episode is all about EU law versus national law. With special guest Andreas Moberg, Associate Professor in the Department of Law and Director of CERGU, we explore the connections between EU law and national law, and how much the EU actually decides! Hosts: Magdalena Johnson & Anina Ricke This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.

In this episode—the very first one!—we dive into European history together with Erik Sjöberg, Associate Professor in History at Gothenburg University. After all, gaining insight into the past is essential for comprehending the present. Hosts: Magdalena Johnson & Karolin Wanek This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.