On this week’s episode we discuss the Maltese-flagged cargo ship ‘Ruby’ carrying thousands of tonnes of potentially explosive fertilizer from Russia, set to travel through Danish waters. The damaged damaged ship is carrying seven times the amount of ammonium nitrate that caused 2020 Beirut port blast. 

We look into why a sacred cloak from the Tupinambá people in Brazil was on display at a Danish museum for more than 300 years, why they agreed to return it and what you need to know about Denmark’s colonial past.

Finally, we discuss the arrest of Greenpeace co-founder Paul Watson in Greenland. Watson was arrested in Greenland in July 2024 on his way to the North Pacific when he made a stop in Nuuk, Greenland, to refuel his ship. Japan has asked Denmark to extradite him for interfering with one of their whaling ships back in 2010.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

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In collaboration with The Copenhagen Post

Hosted by Maria Eva De Sanctis, Rachel Sheary and Melissa Marchi

Edited by Maria Eva De Sanctis

Music by Fran De Pian

Cover picture by Martin Lange

Broadcasting in Union

Happy Sunday everyone! Episode 1 of The Danish Connection season 2 has landed.

This week we do a little roundup of what happened in Denmark over the past couple of months - from a death at Roskilde Festival to Mette Frederiksen’s cabinet reshuffle.

We discuss Greta Thunberg’s arrest at Copenhagen University and the Academic boycott for Palestine, the Green Tripartite Agreement proposed by the Danish government with Danish activist Ask Palnum Knudsen (Den Grønne Ungdomsbevægelse) and what it means for the agricultural sector and the climate crisis, and the decision to post Swedish police in Denmark to try to stop the spread of gang violence.

As always you can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions, and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with @cphpost

Hosted by @__mariaeva__ and @rachsheary and Melissamarchi

Music by @frandepian 

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh 

This week’s episode is a little bit special!

As well as bringing you Danish news each week, we also want to give you the tools to tackle some of the most complex issues Internationals face in Denmark. One of the biggest challenges many of us face is getting a job in our field.

Of course, we know that language is a huge barrier - but what else plays into it, and how should you go about looking for a job? We sat down with the wonderful Signe Biering to find out. Signe spent 20 years in the Danish diplomatic service, including stints in India, China, and Israel as deputy ambassador. She is now an executive advisor and coach with a focus on internationals in Denmark, as well as the co-founder of Project Onboard Denmark.

Project Onboard helps businesses in Denmark to onboard and retain international talent – and ensure international employees feel welcomed and are able to make the contributions they were hired for. We spoke to Signe about Danish work culture, language barriers, and changing your perspective on the job hunt.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - share it with them! Find more about Signe's works and Project On Board on the following links:

⁠signebiering.com⁠

⁠https://www.onboarddenmark.dk⁠

⁠https://cphpost.dk/2023-07-11/news/hard-to-find-friends-complain-expats-living-in-denmark/⁠

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedkconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute!

Hosted by @_mariaeva_ and @rachsheary

Edited by @__melissamarchi

Music by @frandepian

Fact checking @jonas_friis

Cover Picture by @kammarad

Broadcasting in @unionkbh

This week we ask Danes how they feel about the tragic fire in Børsen and unpack why the building is such a loss for Denmark. We also have some tips for avoiding the dreaded tick-born diseases now that spring is upon us, and an update on the demolition of Palads.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - share it with them!

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Hosted by @_mariaeva_ and @rachsheary

Edited by @__melissamarchi

Music by @frandepian

Fact checking @jonas_friis

Cover Picture by @kammarad

Broadcasting in @unionkbh

This week we talk to trade union activist and president of the 3F food vendors section Rasmus Emil Hjorth about his *infamous* attempt to unionise Wolt, plus some of the reasons why we need unions/how to unionise. We also talk about the big baby boom let down in Denmark and the royal family getting a raise.

For more information about 3F, joining a union or reporting poor working conditions, click the links in bio.

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Hosted by @__mariaeva__ and @rachsheary 

Edited by @__melissamarchi 

Music by @frandepian 

Fact checking @jonas_friis 

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh

It’s the perfect sunny Sunday afternoon for listening to a podcast in the sun!

In this week’s episode we talk about Novo Nordisk’s connection to doctors in Denmark, clashes between football fans last week and the iconic Danish Bodega!

Huge thank you to data Journalist Kajsa Rosenblad for contributing to this episode and talking about her article!

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you!

Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedkconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute!

Hosted and researched by María Eva De Sanctis and Rachel Sheary

Edited by Melissa Marchi

Music by Fran De Pian

Fact checking by Jonas Friis

Cover Picture by Martin Lange

Broadcasting in Union KBH

Happy Easter everyone!

In this week’s episode we discuss why Denmark is top of the world happiness report again, how to access mental healthcare, why Argentina is buying old Danish fighter planes and we also have an easter quiz.

First and foremost, thank you to our two wonderful guests this week - Felicia Salten who walked us through the Danish Mental Healtcare system, and Physchologist Aglaia Michelaki for helping us to break down the complex topic further.

If you or someone you know is need of crisis mental healthcare call 112. Help is available in English and Danish

For medical advice and information about nearest psychiatric emergency units in Denmark, dial 1813, available in Danish and English

You can find more info about the English Speaking Cafe at Depressions Forening through the link in our bio, plus a full list the emergency lines.

Hosted by María Eva and Rachel

Edited by Melissa March

Music by Fran De Pian

Cover Picture by Martin Lange

This week we discuss Denmark’s arms exports to Israel, the infamous Muhammed drawings going on sale, how Copenhagen is failing people with disabilities and the Greenlandic IUD scandal.

Got a personal story you think we should feature on the show? Pop us a DM on Instagram!

https://www.instagram.com/thedkconnection/

In this episode, we unpack Denmark’s big military expansion with the help of a Lieutenant in the Danish Navy, Mette Frederiksen's Women’s Day speech and the murder of a thirteen year old girl in Jylland - plus our cultural tips of the week!

In collaboration with Union, Norrebro’s cultural house, we bring you ‘The Danish Connection’ - a new podcast breaking down Danish news in English every Sunday.

This week we talk about the police crackdown in Christiania, former Moderates politician Mike Fonseca and his 15 year old girlfriend, how we’ve changed since living in Denmark and our top Copenhagen cultural picks of the week.

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you!

Contact us on Instagram @thedkconnection or via email thedkconnectionnews@gmail.com and tell us what you think we should talk about in the next episode.

Hosted by María Eva De Sanctis and Rachel Sheary.

*Picture by Martin Lange

*Music By FranDe Pian

This week on The Danish Connection, we look at why so many  nurses are leaving the profession in Denmark with Journalist Gabriel Morais, whose article investigating the issue appeared in The Copenhagen Post this week. We unpack the major reforms planned for the unemployment sector, and what poverty looks like for the most deprived children in Copenhagen. All of this, plus our usual cultural tips!

This is our fifth episode in collaboration with The Copenhagen Post - the only Danish news outlet in English - and we feature a lot of their stories in this episode, as well as stories from Information, Politiken and DR.

As always you will be able to find this episode on Spotify, but now you can also access it on Apple Podcasts and on The Copenhagen Post’s website - just click the link in bio to find it!

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with @cphpost

Hosted by @__mariaeva__ and @rachsheary 

Edited by @__melissamarchi 

Music by @frandepian 

Fact checking @jonas_friis 

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh

This week on The Danish Connection, we discuss the Danish government's prepper guidelines to citizens (and the panic they are causing), another fire in Novo Nordisk, the 'hand shake' scandal in a school in Jutland between a Maths teacher and students, and why the Danish football team recently refused a salary raise.

All of this, plus our cultural tips to distract you from the fact that it feels like we are back in November weather.

This is our fourth episode in our six episode pilot period with The Copenhagen Post - the only Danish news outlet in English - and we feature a lot of their stories in this episode, as well as stories from Information, Politiken and DR.

As always you will be able to find this episode on Spotify, but now you can also access it on Apple Podcasts and on The Copenhagen Post’s website - just click the link in bio to find it!

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with @cphpost

Hosted by @_mariaeva_ and @rachsheary

Edited by @__melissamarchi

Music by @frandepian

Fact checking @jonas_friis

Cover Picture by @kammarad

Broadcasting in @unionkbh

#englishnews #newsindenmark #copenhagen #danmark #expatsindenmark #novonordisk #handshakedebate #danishfootball

Your weekly Danish news round-up has arrived!

This week we talk about the results of the EU elections in Denmark and the rest of Europe (with the help of our guest Nicolaj Kampmann, co-editor of the @cphpost) and how it might affect internationals, another explosive new documentary about sexism in the Danish entertainment industry sends shockwaves through the country, the euthanasia debate gets heated in Denmark and why internationals are not joining unions.

All of this, plus three cultural tips to keep you busy this week.

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with @cphpost

Hosted by @__mariaeva__ and @rachsheary 

Edited by @__melissamarchi 

Music by @frandepian 

Fact checking @jonas_friis 

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh 

On this week’s episode of The Danish Connection we talk about Mette Frederiksen getting attacked on the street in Copenhagen on Friday, why 14 forest kindergartens are set to close (and why they exist in the first place), the government raising the Danish citizenship application fee, Danish media being exposed to a large-scale Russian disinformation attack and the peoples climate march for a greener Europe raises questions over how much Denmark is prioritising the planet.

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Send us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

In collaboration with The Copenhagen Post

Hosted by María Eva DE Sanctis and Rachel Sheary

Edited by Melissa Marchi

Music by Fran De Pian

Fact checking Jonas Friis De Sanctis

Cover Picture by Martin Lange

Broadcasting from Union

We’re back from a short little break!

This week we discuss the scandalous new Danish documentary series ‘Den Sorter Svane’ (The Black Swan’) that’s got everyone talking, what you need to know about the EU elections, the new island being built in Copenhagen and the university halting investment to companies in the West Bank amid student protests. All this, plus our usual cultural tips and our hot-takes on the week’s headlines.

This is our first episode in collaboration with the cph post - the only Danish news outlet in English - and we will be featuring a lot of their stories (as well as stories from other outlets) from now on. We are excited to bring you a slightly shorter, more structured format!

As always you will be able to find this episode on Spotify, but you will also be able to access it on the CPH Post website. 

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - share it with them!

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute!

In collaboration with @cphpost

Hosted by @__mariaeva__ and @rachsheary 

Edited by @__melissamarchi 

Music by @frandepian 

Fact checking @jonas_friis 

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh 

#englishnews  #newsindenmark #danskenyheder #copenhagen  #københavn #danmark #expatsindenmark #foreignersindenmark #cphpost  #divestment  #densortesvane

Your weekly roundup of Danish news has landed!

This week we unpack the story that everyone is following: The shocking murder trial of Emilie Meng. We also talk about an investigation into the horrific conditions on Danish pig farms, the demolition of homes in Gellerup’s ‘ghettos’ and a guide to the upcoming Art Matter festival - as well as some major updates on some of last week’s topics.

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark. Let us know what you think we should feature on the next episode! Just pop us a DM on Instagram or via email - thedkconnectionnews@gmail.com.

Hosted by @__mariaeva__ and @rachsheary 

Edited by @__melissamarchi 

Music by @frandepian 

Fact checking @jonas_friis 

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh 

This week we talk about the new changes to abortion laws in Denmark, the family reunification visa process getting easier and Denmark's biggest companies cutting ties with Copenhagen Pride - plus we speak to some of the students participating in the Copenhagen University encampment for Palestine.

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark. 

We want to know what/who you would like us to feature on the next episode of The Expat’s Tool Kit. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedkconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know!

Hosted by @__mariaeva__ and @rachsheary 

Edited by @__melissamarchi 

Music by @frandepian 

Fact checking @jonas_friis 

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh 

This week we ask Danes why they celebrate Workers Day and investigate a little bit about the history behind it. We also look at the new reforms to the higher education system and female conscription in the Danish military becoming official. 

This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark. 

We want to know what/who you would like us to feature on the next episode of The Expat’s Tool Kit. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedkconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know!

Hosted by María Eva De Sanctis and Rachel Sheary 

Edited by Melissa Marchi

Music by Fran De Pian

Fact checking Jonas Friis

Cover Picture by Kammarad

Broadcasting in Union

Happy Kulturnat everyone!

In honor of Union - the cultural hub in Norrebro that the Danish Connection (and so many other amazing organizations) calls home - we have a special bonus episode for you to help you get to know a little more about the history of Kulturnat, Union and the organizations that it hosts!

We spoke to Cheni Foo from Union about the history of the building, artist and activist David whose work has focused on the social challenges faced by migrants in Copenhagen, Nadia, the founder of Rage, a non-profit feminist platform that creates zines in digital and print, and two members of the non-profit organization Rapolitics about their work supporting young people to express themselves through rap.

We hope you enjoy!

This week on The Danish Connection:

- We bring you a roundup of news from the past two weeks, including the conclusion of the investigation into the Børsen fire, metro prices going up and record numbers of international workers in Denmark

- We discuss the Danwatch investigation revealing Danish pension funds’ investments in private equity funds linked to major fossil fuel projects, and why they neglected to mention them in their climate reports.

- We talk about how a Danish family came into possession of Etruscan artifacts from Italy dated 400 BC bought, and why they want to give them back.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with @cphpost

Hosted by @_mariaeva_ and @rachsheary and @melissamarchi

Edited by @melissamarch

Music by @frandepian

Cover Picture by @kammarad

Broadcasting in @unionkbh

#danishnewsinenglish #internationalsindenmark #pensionfunds #newsroundup #børsenfiire #etruscanartefacts

This week on The Danish Connection:

• We talk about Denmark’s rising opioid problem, why Danes as young as 12 are getting addicted to pills like Tramadol and what the government is doing to tackle the issue
• In light of the US elections this week, we recount the time Donald Trump tried and failed to buy Greenland
• We look at the new reforms to the adoption system and why international adoptions have been outlawed in Denmark
  

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with @cphpost

Hosted by @mariaeva, @rachsheary and @melissamarchi

Edited by @rachsheary

Music by @frandepian 

Fact checking @jonas_friis 

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh 

This week on The Danish Connection:

We provide you with a much needed political update, bringing you up-to-speed on recent events, how the ruling Social Democrats party are faring in the polls and what’s on the government’s agenda right now.

We talk to Kelly Rasmussen about her recent article in The Copenhagen Post discussing new reforms to the Danish school system and the impact this will have on international schools and families.

We discuss how the potential collapse of the AMOC ocean current (which regulates temperatures in Northern Europe) could be catastrophic for Denmark and its Nordic neighbours, resulting in much colder weather

in the region while surrounding regions get warmer.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with @cphpost

Hosted by @__mariaeva__ and @rachsheary and @Melissamarchi

Edited by @__melissamarchi 

Music by @frandepian 

Fact checking @jonas_friis 

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh 

#danishnewsinenglish #internationalsindenmark#climatecrisis  #danishweather #danishpolitics #educationreforms 

Did someone say bonus episode??

Welcome to “Raw and uncut: stories from the streets” - an extra monthly episode from The Danish Connection - where you’ll hear the unfiltered voices of Copenhagen speaking about the big topics, the small details, and everything in between. 

Once a month, we’ll be joined by our resident storyteller Maria Pagola, who will take us through the streets of the city to discover what’s really going on in Denmark—one conversation at a time.

In this episode, Maria dives into the pant system in Denmark - chatting to the public about the government’s plan to tax the pant system and make it cashless, and how this will affect the pant collectors.

This week we discuss the attack near the Israeli embassy in Hellerup, where hand grenades were detonated by two Swedish youth and links to Iran have been rumoured, an ‘environmental disaster’ caused by severe oxygen depletion in the soil unfolding in an area larger than Funen and Zealand, causing serious environmental concerns, and everything you need to know about the WWII bunkers in Denmark  capable of sheltering 61% of the population underground. 

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with The Copenhagen Post

Hosted by Rachel Sheary, Maria Eva De Sanctis and Melissa Marchi

Edited by Rachel Sheary 

Music by Fran De Pain

Cover Picture by Martin Lange

Broadcasting in Union

Welcome to another episode of Stories from the streets - an extra monthly episode from The Danish Connection where you’ll hear the unfiltered voices of Copenhagen speaking about the big topics, the small details, and everything in between.

Once a month, we are joined by our resident storyteller Maria Pagola, who will take us through the streets of the city to discover what’s really going on in Denmark - one conversation at a time.

In this episode, Maria investigates how the Christiania reforms are impacting marijuana users, touches on the difference between consuming medicinal and recreational cannabis in Denmark and chats to the people of Copenhagen to see what they think about it all.

This week on The Danish connection:

• We speak to Najannguaq Dalgård Christensen (@Najannguaq1), who works for Greenlanders’ rights in Denmark focusing specifically on the placement of Greenlandic children, about The Danish Parental Competency test. The FKU (as it’s known in Danish) has been criticised by human rights bodies for being culturally unsuitable for Greenlandic people and other minorities, leading to a disproportionate number of children being removed from their parents.

• We talk specifically about the case of Keira Alexandra Kronvold, a woman of Greenlandic heritage who gave birth in North Jutland last month and had her baby taken away hours later.

• We discuss the breakdown of the mobile network TDC last week, the third largest network in Denmark, which caused disruptions to train services, traffic lights and left hundreds of thousands of people unable to make calls from their phones. The outage raises questions about cyber security and emergency preparedness in Denmark.

• We talk about the final details of the Green Tripartite Agreement and what it means for Denmark’s green future

Plus:

• Producer and volunteer Amanda Parra tells us how we can help to save Kulturalhus 100Fryd, a vital community space in Aalborg, from shutting down.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

*For more information about the demonstrations across the Nordic countries against the use of the Danish Parental Competency test on people of Greenlandic heritage, taking place on December 10th, contact @Najannguaq1, @Sila_360_ngo or @tinajn.

In collaboration with @cphpost

Hosted by @__mariaeva, @rachsheary and @melissamarchi

Edited by Rachel sheary

Music by Julieta Rodriguez

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh 

Bonus episode!

Welcome to another edition of Raw and Uncut: Stories from the Streets - an extra monthly episode from The Danish Connection - where you’ll hear the unfiltered voices of Copenhagen speaking about the big topics, the small details and everything in between.

Once a month, we’ll be joined by our resident storyteller Maria Pagola, who will take us through the streets of the city to discover what’s really going on in Denmark—one conversation at a time.

In this episode, Maria dives into the many layers of meaning behind the famous little mermaid statue, and looks at how over tourism may be on the rise in Copenhagen.

This week on The Danish Connection:

• We speak to The Copenhagen Post’s co editor Nicolai Kampman about why Trump is trying to buy Greenland (again), what is means for Greenlanders and how Denmark is reacting.

• We discuss why 90% of internationals are being charged too much rent in Denmark, and give you some actionable tips on how you can avoid it happening to you.

• We look at some statistics on homelessness in Denmark and why it might be on the rise

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with The Copenhagen Post

Hosted by Maria Eva, Rachel and Melissa

Edited by Melissa Marchi

Music by Julieta Rodriguez

Cover Picture by @kammarad 

Broadcasting in @unionkbh 

#danishnewsinenglish #internationalsindenmark #greenland #housingindenmark #homelessness 

Hello everyone!

We’re back, and we’re excited to bring you up to speed on everything that has been happening in Denmark over the past month. Before we return to the studio next week to record our usual biweekly episode, we bring you Stories from the Streets: Royal Gossip!

Once again, our lovely resident storyteller Maria Pagola takes us through the streets of Copenhagen to discover what’s really going on in Denmark—one conversation at a time.

In this episode, Maria digs into some popular gossip about the Danish royal family, discusses King Frederik’s New Year’s speech and asks Danish citizens how they really feel about Europe’s oldest royal family.

This is the fourth and final episode of the first season of Stories from the Streets - we are looking forward to season two already!

*Disclaimer: This episode contains some strong language. The opinions expressed are solely those of the individuals providing them and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The Danish Connection.

Hello friends! We hope you’re staying warm out there.

This week on The Danish Connection:

* Rachel unpacks how a trade war between Denmark and the United States would impact the Danish economy, what companies would be worst hit and what products the States would be missing most.

* Eva talks about the deadly school shooting in Risbergska school in Örebro, Sweden, where ten people lost their lives earlier this month - including the gunman himself. She looks into the details of the attack and explains why Swedish and Danish police and press are often tight lipped about tragic news.

* Melissa discusses the return of the wolf to Denmark, what it means for Danish ecology, and why some of Jutland’s residents are unhappy about it.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!

In collaboration with The Copenhagen Post and Union KBH

Hosted by Maria Eva Friis De Sanctis, Rachel Sheary, and Melissa Marchi

Edited by Maria Eva De Sanctis

Music by Julieta Rod

Cover Picture by Martin Lange

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This week on The Danish Connection:

• Rachel talks about the protests outside Maersk HQ on February 23rd, when 1,000 protesters gathered to demonstrate against the Danish shipping giant’s alleged transportation of military equipment to Israel, and why things took an unexpectedly violent turn. She also discusses the Danwatch investigation that found more than 2,000 consignment notes of shipments from the US to Israel between September 2023 and September 2024.

• Eva unpacks the Danish government’s new wellbeing commission, established due to concern over alarming statistics indicating that nearly half of individuals aged 0 to 25 are experiencing a decline in well-being. She picks out some of the 35 recommendations that have been published.

• Rachel discusses the government’s special billion kroner fund for the rapid rearmament of Denmark's defense force and Denmark’s two billion DKK donation to Ukraine, as relations between the United States and Europe weaken.

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We’re back! Did you miss us?

This week on The Danish Connection:

• Melissa shares the case of Nadine, a woman raised in Denmark since she was a child who is now facing possible deportation over a 20-year-old citizenship "mistake." She also shares how a Facebook comment may have worked against her, and what this says about citizenship, rights, and political pressure in Denmark.

• Rachel discusses a major shift in reproductive rights: Denmark has officially extended the abortion limit from 12 to 18 weeks. She breaks down the new law, the political debates it has sparked, and what Mette Frederiksen has to say about it.

• Eva looks into why after almost 150 years, Denmark’s oldest women’s magazine Femina decided to end its weekly print editions - and then quickly backtracked on its decision. She also looks into how this correlates to PostNord’s decision to shut down its letter-delivering service in favour of digitalization, and what this means for Denmark’s older residents.

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The world is changing - and so is Denmark’s place in it.

Welcome to The Situation Room. In this special bonus series from The Danish Connection, we are joined by Jonas Friis. Jonas has been in the military for thirteen years, he is currently a naval officer, and aside from that, he is interested in investigating, understanding and commenting on the Danish military and it’s place in the global defense context.

In this episode, Jonas sits down with Hans Peter Michealsen - an independent defense analyst and speaker who shares insights on Denmark's defense policy - to discuss the details of the Danish military rearmament plan and Denmark’s future in an era of rapid geopolitical shifts.

You can learn more about Hans Peter’s talks at Forsvarsforedrag.dk, forsvarsanalyse.dk.

Welcome to another episode of The Expat’s Toolkit - where we give you tools and actionable tips on how to thrive as an immigrant in Denmark. You may remember our episode with Signe about finding a job in your field in Denmark, or with Rasmus about learning to unionize. 

In today’s episode, we are talking about something most of us struggle with - learning Danish.

To do this, we sat down with Sigga Hansen, teacher and founder of Lingua Danica. With over 75,000 followers on social media, Sigga has built one of the largest communities for Danish learners worldwide with the mission of making the Danish language and culture accessible to all.

In this episode we chat to Sigga about common struggles internationals face when learning Danish, why learning Danish is important for integration, common challenges of pronunciation and grammar, the differences between public and private language schools and practical tips to make learning Danish more fun!

Eva also shares her experience navigating the language, while Rachel reflects on her own (non-existent) Danish learning journey.

Welcome back to another episode of your favourite Danish news podcast!

Greenlanders have voted: Melissa discusses Demokraatit's surprise election victory in Greenland and what it means for Greenland’s future.

Denmark boycotts US goods: Eva examines how Danish consumers are taking action by boycotting American products in response to Trump's policies, with some of Denmark’s major retailers joining the movement.

Rich on diet pills: Novo invests millions in junk food: Rachel digs into Danwatch’s investigation into Novo Nordisk’s investments of U.S employee pension funds in fast food chains, while profiting from obesity medications. She chats to Investigative journalist Joachim Kattrup about his investigation and how Novo Nordisk have responded.

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Happy Kvindernes Internationale Kampdag—aka International Women’s Day! 🎉

In this special episode, we take you through the history of the feminist movement in Denmark and explore what it means to practice feminism—both in the past and today.

To do that, we’re joined by the amazing Nadia (TAG)—a Danish-Algerian feminist activist, project manager, advisor, writer, and cultural facilitator based in Copenhagen. She works internationally at the intersection of gender equality, politics, and leadership, managing a global network of women leaders and advising on diversity, inclusion, and youth.

For this occasion, Nadia helps us travel through time, reflecting on past battles, present challenges, and the road ahead.

Have a listen! ✨

Happy Sunday everyone!

This week on The Danish Connection:

Copenhagen car crash raises questions about driving laws for the elderly

*Reported by Rachel

A 75-year-old man was held in custody last week after injuring 12 people in a serious car accident near the lakes in central Copenhagen. He claims confusion and a slipped foot caused the crash, but the court suspects he knew he was unable to drive safely.

Denmark turns to foreign labour to address elder care shortage

*Reported by Eva

The government is forming recruitment deals with countries like India and the Philippines to fill an urgent shortage in elderly care staff. With projections showing a 10,000 worker gap in the next decade, the initiative marks a major policy shift. We talk about integration issues with foreign labour initiatives in the past, and whether choices regarding foreign labour are too selective.

The King’s ‘Apolitical’ trip to Greenland

*Reported by Melissa

King Frederik’s second visit to Greenland in just a year is being interpreted as a deliberate message of unity. With updates to the royal coat of arms and rising talk of “The Kingdom,” the monarchy appears to be taking a more active role in shaping the Denmark-Greenland relationship. But can any monarchy really be considered Apolitical?

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

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The rain is back, and so are we!

This week on The Danish Connection:

Political push to limit English in Danish institutions

Reported by Rachel

Are Danes speaking too much English in their daily lives? Two parties are proposing new language laws to restrict English in public spaces and education. While supporters argue it's about protecting Danish identity, critics say it's out of touch with an increasingly global society. We asked some Danes what they think about it.

Denmark opens embassy in Tunisia amid human rights criticism

Reported by Melissa

While Denmark deepens ties with Tunisia on climate and migration, human rights watchdogs warn of growing repression against migrants, activists, and journalists under the current regime. Can diplomatic engagement coexist with ethical foreign policy, and are there other interests at play?

Major criminal justice reform: harsher sentences, smarter reintegration?

Reported by Eva

A historic reform package will expand Denmark’s prison capacity, double sentences for violent crimes, and invest in new reintegration models. But staffing shortages and other challenges remain. What does the future look like for Denmark’s justice system?

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

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Why does Denmark have so many sperm donors? How do Danes deal with death? How safe is it to swim in, and drink the water here? How is it to be a sex worker in Denmark?

Welcome to season two of Stories from the Streets with Maria Pagola - an extra monthly episode from The Danish Connection where you’ll hear the unfiltered voices of Copenhagen speaking about the big topics, the small details, and everything in between. 

In this episode, Maria investigates why Denmark is so renowned for sperm donations, and we take a closer look at the ethical implications of the process.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

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With half of the population of Copenhagen at Roskilde this week, Eva away in Aalborg and the weather being a complete b*tch, Melissa and Rachel bring you a chatty episode to cheer you up looking into three of the top stories in Denmark this week:

*We talk about waste management at Roskilde and how activism at festivals became controversial.

*We look into why young people in Denmark are having less sex and discuss how societal shifts are impacting intimacy in other Western countries too.

*We discuss the iPsych scandal, a controversial research project that used thousands of Danish people’s DNA to map their genes without their consent, and talk about the potential impact it may have on the high trust society.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

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Welcome back to The Situation Room. This week Jonas Friis sits down with Jan Werner Mathiasen - a military analyst at the Institute for Strategy and War Studies, where he also teaches and researches military strategy. Jan focuses on how culture, domestic politics, and identity affect how countries use military power. He has also been an officer in the Danish military for 25 years.

In this episode, Jan walks us through the transformation of Denmark’s defense policy over the years - from semi-armed neutrality to active participation in international operations.He unpacks the impact of the Nazi occupation on the Danish psyche, why Denmark chose to break from the tradition of Nordic Neutrality and the successes and failures of Danish military operations since the Cold War.

Welcome back to another brand new episode of The Danish Connection - this is a special one!

Government moves to ban ads for junk food aimed at children
Reported by Melissa


As part of Cancer Plan V, Denmark will tighten its Marketing Act to stop influencers and companies from targeting children under 15 with ads for soda, chips, and fast food. Melissa explores what sparked the change, what it means for public health, and whether it signals a broader shift in the ‘Wild West’ of influencer marketing on social media.

Decision to ban Palestine debate from school elections raises concerns over censorship
Reported by Rachel


The Danish Parliament’s Presidium has blocked youth parties from including Palestinian statehood in next year’s school election debates, stating the topic is too sensitive and complex for the students to debate in the three week time frame. Rachel unpacks the backlash from student leaders and left-wing parties, and discusses what this means for civic education and freedom of expression in Danish schools.

Navigating pregnancy in Denmark: A guide for international mothers


Reported by Eva


Eva shares her own pregnancy journey and kicks off an important discussion on maternity in Denmark for internationals. From public fertility services to prenatal care, hospital rights, leave policies, and baby welcome packages - this is essential listening for expectant parents navigating a foreign system.

For more information about everything Eva speaks about in this episode, explore these links:

borger.dk (Citizens service page)

Sundhedsstyrelsens.dk (The official Danish health authority)

https://ast.dk/  (Board of Equal Treatment (Ligebehandlingsnævnet) - for complaints and pregnancy discrimination cases

https://sagfoererne.com  Arbejdsmiljøet (Work Environment Authority) - regarding workplace safety. They can recommend changes to reduce workload for pregnant staff

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It may be ‘cucumber time’ in Denmark, but we’ve still managed to create a roundup of the latest news to keep you informed!

This week on The Danish Connection:

*Danish zoos spark global outrage after asking people to donate unwanted pets and livestock on Facebook.

*In Amager, a butcher shop targeted by animal rights protests and vandalism sees sales soar in a show of local solidarity.

*Copenhagen warns swimmers not to swim in popular harbor spots due to high E. coli levels.

*Political pressure mounts on Mette Frederiksen as critics urge Denmark to accept sick children from Gaza.

*Couples from across the globe flock to Copenhagen for fast, bureaucracy-free weddings.

*The “pornographic” mermaid statue in Dragør and why locals want it gone

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

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This week on The Danish Connection:

Eva unpacks the mysterious drone incidents that shut down Danish airports and raised national security alarms. Who is behind them, why is the Prime Minister receiving criticism for how it was handled and was it discussed among EU leaders at the summit that took place in Copenhagen this week?

Rachel dives into Denmark’s upcoming local and regional elections, taking place on November 18th, 2025. Half a million internationals are eligible to vote, making up 10% of all voters in Denmark. Yet, turnout among internationals is still much lower than among Danes. She explains why this gap matters, how internationals can make their voices heard and gives you all the practical information you need to go and vote.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.

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Welcome back to another edition of Stories from the Streets with Maria Pagola - a bonus series from The Danish Connection where you get the chance to hear the unfiltered voices of Copenhagen speaking about the big topics, the small details, and everything in between. 

In this episode, Maria discusses the many layers of meaning behind Denmark’s most basic commodity: Water

Is it safe to drink it, is it ok to swim in it, and why does it hold so much cultural significance for Danes? In this episode she takes to the streets of Copenhagen to find out.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

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This week on The Danish Connection, we’re digging into three huge stories that reveal the darker sides of public figures, education systems, and women’s safety in Denmark:

🇩🇰 Eva breaks down the shocking case of former Social Democrats minister Henrik Sass Larsen, who has been convicted of possessing thousands of child sexual abuse materials, and why his prison sentence has caused public outrage.

🎓 Rachel investigates how Roskilde University (RUC) filled its financial gap by enrolling fee-paying students from Bangladesh and Nepal, despite knowing many would struggle academically. Was this a lifeline for the university, or a scandal that undermines trust in Denmark’s higher education system and the ministry for it?

⚖️ Melissa unpacks the murder of a woman by her ex-partner in Odense that has reignited a debate on femicide, intimate partner violence, and whether Danish authorities are doing enough to protect women at risk.

We also talk about the prime minister's apology regarding the infamous spiral case and the Novo Nordisk layoffs.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

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Welcome back to The Situation Room.

This week, Jonas Friis is joined by Sine Plambech -anthropologist, author, filmmaker, and Senior Researcher at the Danish Institute for International Studies (DIIS). Her work spans migration, smuggling, trafficking, and the sex industry, taking her deep into migrant communities, border zones, red-light districts, and along migration routes across West Africa, Asia, Europe’s southern frontier, and Denmark.

Together, Jonas and Sine take on the pressing theme of “European Border Policies and Migration.” They begin by looking at how Denmark is adjusting politically, before turning to Sine’s research and first-hand experiences from the Mediterranean, alongside Jonas’ own reflections from his work with Frontex on the Italian island of Lampedusa. Melissa also share her thoughts and experiences in the Mediterranean

The Danish stock market, Novo Nordisk and Trump                              

Rachel explores how Trump’s trade policies are sending shockwaves through Danish companies like Novo Nordisk, Ørsted, and Vestas. With tariffs, the falling value of the dollar, and investor uncertainty hitting the Danish economy, she looks into what this means for Denmark’s future in global markets and for the Danish GDP.

New study finds children in Denmark own smartphones as young as eights years old

Melissa dives into a new study which finds that Danish children now get their first smartphone at just 8 years old - many years earlier than experts recommend. She examines the pressures parents face, the impact on children’s mental health, and the debate over screen time and online safety.

The Prime Minister's statement on Palestine and Israel divides public and parliamentary opinions

Eva looks at Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s recent statement on what is happening in Gaza, in which she condemned Israel’s actions and its Prime MInister, but did not say Denmark would move towards recognizing a Palestinian state, nor would it change its stance on taking in children in need of medical care. With Denmark holding the EU presidency and public opinion sharply divided, Eva unpacks the political, diplomatic, and humanitarian dimensions of this complex issue and how it affects Frederiksen’s future in the Folketing.

As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.

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This week on The Danish Connection:

Melissa explores the citizenship controversy surrounding a Muslim leader denied Danish citizenship despite meeting all legal criteria. Lawmakers cited “values incompatible with Danish principles,” sparking a debate over religious freedom, democracy and increasing restrictions around citizenship in Denmark.

Rachel breaks down the Mink Scandal - the controversy that just won’t go away for Mette Frederiksen. Five years after the illegal culling of 17 million mink during the pandemic, new revelations suggest the government may not have been fully transparent about deleted text messages tied to that decision. With billions in taxpayer compensation going to the mink farmers, new calls for an independent inquiry and a possible impeachment, what does this mean for the Prime Minister's future in the Folketing?

Melissa unpacks a new report that reveals nearly 49% of species and 77% of habitats in Denmark are in a state scientists describe as ‘highly unfavourable’. Yet, the Ministry for the Green Tripartite seems to be telling the EU a different story. Can Denmark claim green leadership while ignoring its own data?

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On Tuesday, a historic number of international citizens voted in the local and regional elections in Denmark.

Now, the results are in, and we’re here (as always) to help you make sense of it all.

Rachel sits down with:

Bernardo Basilici Menini, Editor-in-Chief of the English language news outletThe Copenhagen Post which covered the elections extensively

NicolasButInEnglish, a democratic activist who has inspired many internationals to vote through his social media videos, where he has provided essential information in English on parties, candidates and the intricacies of the Danish political system.

Together, we break down the results, what they reveal about Denmark’s political future, and how they will affect international citizens living here.

As always, you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or by simply clicking the link in our bio.

Remember - this is your place to share questions, opinions, and stories about the immigrant experience in Denmark, and we want to hear from you.

Do you have a story about your voting experience? We would love to hear about it! Send us a DM on Instagram or email us at thedanishconnectionnews@gmail.com if you have a story you'd like to contribute.

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