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A crash course in weird Swedish traditions20 Jan 202100:33:57

If you're ever thinking to come to Sweden, you should be prepared for these unusual traditions.

With the help of my wife Lina, we go through some of the odder traditions that are a real thing here in Sweden. 

If you're enjoying this show, tell your friends about it :)

 

Sweden's obsession (and success) with Eurovision05 Jan 202100:43:48

Do Swedes love music? (Yes)

Are they obsessed with Eurovision? (Yes)

And what is Melodifestivalen? (We'll get to that).

Today's guest is Christer Björkman, the king of bringing Sweden success in the Eurovision Song Contest. In fact, he even represented Sweden as the main act in 1992.

Enjoy our chat and be sure to spread the word if you enjoy it!

The only channel to get more from The Earful Sweden: https://www.instagram.com/theearfulsweden

 

Talking Sweden with the Australian Ambassador30 Dec 202000:31:41

Here's a chat with the Australian Ambassador to Sweden, Bernard Philip. 

We cover everything from Saint Lucia to Daniel Solander, a Swede who was the first university-educated scientist to set foot in Australia (find more about him and the society named after him here: https://www.danielsolander.se/english.htm).

Be sure to follow The Earful Sweden on Instagram to get a lot more out of this show and to see the view from Bernard's office!

https://www.instagram.com/theearfulsweden

The Vasa: Sweden's most fascinating museum23 Dec 202000:36:11

The Vasa Museum has one million visitors a year and it's not surprising. It's magnificent. 

If you've not heard of it before, the Vasa Museum is home to the very well preserved remains of a Swedish warship that sank almost 400 years ago.

You can find more info on the official website here: https://www.vasamuseet.se/en

Today's guest was Maria Dalhed Persson who has worked at the museum for 28 years across many different roles.

You can see loads more pictures and videos from my visit on The Earful Sweden's Instagram page here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfulsweden

If you enjoy this show, tell your friends and maybe leave a review ;)

Has the English language taken over Stockholm?16 Dec 202000:35:31

It seems to me like English has taken over Stockholm.  You can't escape it. Shops, cafes, and English words that are creeping into the local lingo. What's going on?

I met with James Savage, the CEO and founder of The Local Europe, to chat more about the topic. 

We met at a cafe/bakery called Stinas Bageri, in Vasastan, to get to the bottom of it. 

Find James on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/SavLocal

Follow The Earful Sweden on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfulsweden

And don't hesitate to leave a podcast review and to tell your friends :)

Are Swedes obsessed with America?09 Dec 202000:32:25

Could Swedish people really be obsessed with America?

There certainly are a lot of NY Yankee hats, Bruce Springsteen music, and nostalgia cars.

I put the question to Beth Dacey, an American a cultural consultant and writer based in Stockholm.

Follow The Earful Sweden on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfulsweden

And don't hesitate to leave a podcast review and to tell your friends :)

An introduction to Sweden's old town02 Dec 202000:32:13

What do you know about Stockholm's Old Town (Gamla Stan)?

Peter Segelström, the head of Stockholm Ghost Walk, shares a deep insight into the history of this intriguing island. He also shares a few spooky ghost sighting stories...

Find more about the Ghost Walks here: https://www.stockholmghostwalk.com/en/

Follow The Earful Sweden on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfulsweden

And don't hesitate to leave a podcast review and to tell your friends :)

An Idiot's Guide to the Swedish Royal Family 24 Nov 202000:38:24

What do you know about the Swedish royal family?

What should you do if you meet the king? Who's next in line to the throne? And is it true the queen refers to people in the third person?

Writer and royal expert Roger Lundgren answers all these questions and a whole lot more on this episode of The Earful Sweden. 

Find Roger on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/royal_roger/?hl=en

If you're enjoying this show, please tell a friend and leave a review. 

Ten oddest habits of the Swedes24 Nov 202000:37:20

The Swedes are an unusual bunch, aren't they? And I say it with the utmost respect and fondness for them. I married one, after all!

And she's today's guest, in fact. Meet Lina Nordin Gee, my Swedish wife and occasional podcast sidekick.

In this first episode, I pitched to Lina the ten most unusual things I've noticed about Swedes to see what she thought.

Here's that conversation.

A similar version of this episode was released on my Paris podcast in the summer of 2020 and was published on The Local Sweden here: https://www.thelocal.se/20200909/ten-weird-habits-of-the-swedes-oliver-gee

Enjoyed the episode? Please spread the word and leave a review! 

Welcome to the Earful Sweden24 Nov 202000:05:12

Hi there! You've stumbled upon The Earful Sweden. 

This is a podcast all about the Swedes, their country, and a whole lot more.

Expect interviews with musicians, tour guides, journalists, diplomats, and a whole lot more!

New episode every Wednesday, tell your friends, and find more on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfulsweden

New York City Part 1: Blowin' in the Wind05 Apr 202500:26:23

I took a solo trip to New York and I LOVED it. Here's what happened.

Mentioned in this episode"

  • A New York Knicks game
  • The Met museum
  • Central Park
  • French Wink shop

Disclaimer: I'm no expert on New York, rather the opposite. This is more of a collection of my anecdotes and observations. 

Next week, we will release part two. Enjoy, subscribe, tell your friends, review this show, and follow it on Instagram for my pictures from New York.

Since The Earful Everywhere is a brand new podcast, I need all the help I can get, and nothing is more valuable than word of mouth - so please spread the word! You can also become a Patreon member here to support it and to discover our exciting extras.

Music: Pres Maxson. 

New York City Part 2: Things Have Changed11 Apr 202500:40:32

My solo trip to New York suddenly changes with the arrival of a mysterious friend. Let's call him Ben. Here's what happened.

This episode features:

  • The New York Highline
  • Merveilleux de Fred bakery
  • Chelsea Hotel
  • Staten Island Ferry
  • The Tenement Museum
  • Bleecker Street
  • Village Revival Records
  • A Brooklyn Nets Game

Disclaimer: I'm no expert on New York, rather the opposite. This is more of a collection of my anecdotes and observations. 

Enjoy, subscribe, tell your friends, review this show, and follow it on Instagram for my pictures from New York.

Since The Earful Everywhere is a brand new podcast, I need all the help I can get, and nothing is more valuable than word of mouth - so please spread the word! You can also become a Patreon member here to support it and to discover our exciting extras.

Music: Pres Maxson. 

Italy! 23 things we wish we knew before visiting Rome02 May 202500:29:44

We've just spent a week in Rome. Here are 23 observations about Rome and Romans from hosts Oliver and Lina - two "seasoned beginners" when it comes to Italy.

We tackle how we noticed that: Romans love children, traditional coffee is king, you don’t need cash, and you only really need the word ciao (if you can pronounce it!) Plus way more. 

Mentioned in this show: 

  • Ai Marmi Pizzeria
  • The Trevi Fountain
  • The Trastevere neighbourhood
  • Basilica di Santa Cecilia (the church with the ruins below, in Trastevere)
  • Borghese Palace

This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below. 

  This episode was part of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We'll be sharing our observations, but we'll also take you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also share the sounds of the streets and the locals.      Music by Pres Maxson. Editing by Thomas Farnham and Victoria Gorain. 

 

How to spend the perfect day in Rome09 May 202500:35:47
Imagine you're going to Rome - your first ever trip. But oh no: You're only there for one day! A layover, even. How should you spend that one day?   I sat down to discuss it with two experts - Angelo Carotenuto and Kristin Karstensdotter - the husband and wife duo behind the tour company LivTours.    They shared two very contrasting itineries of the city –  one that recommends a full three hours in the Vatican, while the other includes gelatos with a local named Gunther.   Which sounds best to you?    In case you need help tracking down some of their tips, here's everything they mentioned.   From Kristin, in order of appearance:
  • Il Sorpasso (Restaurant)
  • Gelateria Cremilla (Gelato)
  • Gianicolo (neighborhood with great views)
  • San Luigi dei Francesi (Church)
  • Basilica Parrocchiale Santa Maria del Popolo (Church)
  • Église Sant'Andrea della Valle (Church)
  • Terrazza Borromini (Bar)
  • Grand Hotel de La Minerve
  • Colosseum
  • Giulio passami l'olio (restaurant for classic dishes)
From Angelo, in order:
  • Adriano Celentano (Italian Singer)
  • Saint Peter’s Basilica
  • Borgo (Neighborhood)
  • Via del Pellegrino (street for coffee)
  • Pantheon
  • Campo de Fiore (market square)
  • Punto (Gunther’s Gelato)
  • Largo di Torre Argentina (historical location)
  • Capitoline Hill
  • Mamertine Prison
  • Imperial Forums
  • Monti (neighbourhood)
  • Tre Scalini (restaurant)
  • The Trevi Fountain
  • Del Palaro (restaurant)

The music for this episode was Dean Martin’s “That’s Amore”.

This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below.  This episode was part of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We'll be sharing our observations, but we'll also take you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also share the sounds of the streets and the locals. Music by Pres Maxson. Editing by Thomas Farnham.
How to eat like a Roman: Talking food in Testaccio16 May 202500:36:37

When should you never drink cappuccino? How can you tell if the gelato will be bad? And how long should you wait before biting into a supplì? In fact... what is a supplì?

It's time to talk food in Rome. 

For this episode, local resident and LivTours Guide Manager Davide Falasca took me around the dynamic Testaccio neighbourhood to talk history, Italian culture, and especially food.

Grab yourself un caffè at the bar and have a listen!

This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it
possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully
crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below.

This episode was part of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We'll be sharing our observations, but we'll also take you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also share the sounds of the streets and the locals. Music by Pres Maxson. Editing by Victoria Gorain.
Alone in the Vatican and Sistine Chapel23 May 202500:21:22
Join me on an exclusive walk through the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel when it was closed to the public.    My guide, Michela Landolfi from LivTours, shares her knowledge from over 10,000 visits and brings us through the beautiful rooms that were formerly the residence of the Popes.   We get to see the brilliant frescoes of Raphael and Michelangelo up close, without anyone else around, the surprising beauty of the Gallery of Maps, ancient artifacts and objects, and I end up in the Sistine Chapel, awestruck and lost for words.    Book the same tour I did from the LivTours website through this link: Alone in the Vatican: https://livtours.info/earfulalone.   Mentioned in the episode:
  • Trevi Fountain 
  • Trastevere Neighborhood
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Raphael’s Rooms (rooms in the Vatican with famous frescoes by Rapheal)
  • Private Papal Apartments/Vatican Museums (museums that are former residences of the pope)
  • Geography Room/ Gallery of Maps (fresco gallery with maps painted on the walls)
  • The New Pope (Michela’s favorite show about the Vatican)
  • Saint Peter’s Basilica

This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it
possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully
crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below.

This episode was part of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We'll be sharing our observations, but we'll also take you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also share the sounds of the streets and the locals. Music by Pres Maxson. Editing by Thomas Farnham.
Eight hidden gems to seek in Rome30 May 202500:37:21
Join me as I dive deep into Rome and reveal some insider tips from a handful of local Romans. From hidden secret church entrances to interviews in the catacombs, these behind-the-scenes secrets will help you explore like a true insider.     Mentioned in the episode:  This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below.  This episode was part of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We'll be sharing our observations, but we'll also take you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also share the sounds of the streets and the locals.     Follow The Earful Everywhere on Instagram here:  https://www.instagram.com/theearfuleverywhere  And find more from The Earful Tower Paris here: https://theearfultower.com/  Music by Pres Maxson. Editing by Victoria Gorain. 
INSIDE the COLOSSEUM: A quiz on Rome's most famous icon06 Jun 202500:35:37
How well do you know the Colosseum?   Probably not as well as Francesco, a Roman guide for Liv Tours, who says the Colosseum is his office. He took me inside the Colosseum... sorry, I mean the Flavian Amphitheatre... and tested me on some basic knowledge.    Did emporers really do the thumbs up/thumbs down? Did they fill it with water? Were there ever female gladiators?   In this on-the-go episode, Francesco takes my family around the Palatine Hill and the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Cryptoporticus of Nero while we answer his trivia questions.   If you are interested in taking the same tour, it's easy to book on the LivTours website through this link: Private Colosseum Tour: Last Entry Colosseum, Arena Access & Rooftop Aperitif | Private Tour - LivTours  (https://livtours.info/earfulcolo)     Mentioned in the episode:
  • Colosseum/Flavian Amphitheatre
  • Roman Forum (ancient cultural, commercial, and religious center of the city) 
  • Palatine Hill (Beverly Hills of Ancient Rome)
  • Colossus (former statue near the Colosseum)
  • Cryptoporticus of Nero (ruins of palace of Nero on Palatine Hill)
  • Wooden sword (ancient symbolic gift from emperor to gladiator granting freedom)
  This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below.    • Rome Tours Page: https://livtours.info/earfulrome  • Vatican Tours Page: https://livtours.info/earfulvatican  • LivTours Homepage: https://livtours.info/earful  • Alone in the Vatican: https://livtours.info/earfulalone  • Colosseum: https://livtours.info/earfulcolo  • Venice Tours: https://livtours.info/earfulvenice    This episode was part of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We'll be sharing our observations, but we'll also take you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also share the sounds of the streets and the locals.   • Follow The Earful Everywhere on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfuleverywhere • And find more from The Earful Tower Paris here: https://theearfultower.com/   Music by Pres Maxson. Editing by Thomas Farnham.
Underrated or overrated? Rome’s top experiences rated by an expert13 Jun 202500:35:48
I sit down with Angelo Carotenuto, the founder and CEO of travel company LivTours, to talk about what’s really worth your time in Rome.   We break down which spots belong at the top of your list—and which ones are better left off. With honest opinions, valuable insight, and a few hot takes, this episode is your no-nonsense guide to seeing the absolute best of Rome.     Mentioned in the episode: 
  • The Vatican  
  • The Colosseum  
  • Victor Emmanuel II Monument 
  • Mouth of Truth 
  • Fontana dell'Acqua Paola 
  • Saint Peter’s Basilica 
  • Santa Maria del Popolo 
    • Cerasi Chapel 
    • The Crucifixion of Saint Peter 
  • San Luigi dei Francesi 
    • The Calling of Saint Matthew 
    • The Inspiration of Saint Matthew 
    • The Martyrdom of Saint Matthew 
  • Cremilla Gelateria 
  • Cacio e Pepe in Prati 
This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below.  This episode was part of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We'll be sharing our observations, but we'll also take you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also share the sounds of the streets and the locals.     Follow The Earful Everywhere on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfuleverywhere  And find more from The Earful Tower Paris here: https://theearfultower.com/    Music by Pres Maxson. Editing by Victoria Gorain. 
Venice: The most beautiful and complicated city on earth29 Jun 202500:30:07
Here's Lina and I talking about Venice, a complicated and beautiful city.     A few things mentioned in the episode (to help you with spelling and searching!): 
  • Murano glass blowing
  • Gondolas
  • Dorsoduro neighbourhood
  • Peggy Guggenheim Collection (museum)  
This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below.  This episode was part of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We'll be sharing our observations, but we'll also take you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also share the sounds of the streets and the locals.     Follow The Earful Everywhere on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfuleverywhere  And find more from The Earful Tower Paris here: https://theearfultower.com/    Music by Pres Maxson. 
Our top ten experiences in Rome20 Jun 202500:32:46
Here's Lina and I sharing our top ten experiences in Rome.     A few things mentioned in the episode (to help you with spelling and searching!): 
  • Saint Peter’s Basilica 
  • Villa Farnesina
  • Villa Borghese
  • The neighbourhood of Testaccio
  • The church of Santa Cecilia
This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below.  This episode was part of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We'll be sharing our observations, but we'll also take you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also share the sounds of the streets and the locals.     Follow The Earful Everywhere on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfuleverywhere  And find more from The Earful Tower Paris here: https://theearfultower.com/    Music by Pres Maxson. 
How to spend a perfect weekend in Venice07 Jul 202500:39:59
Here's Lina and I talking about Venice for the season finale, specifically with our take on the perfect weekend itinerary.     A few things mentioned in the episode (to help you with spelling and searching!): 
  • Murano glass blowing at Massimiliano Schiavon
  • Gondolas
  • Dorsoduro neighbourhood
  • Santa Cocktail
  • Excess Venice boutique hotel and private spa
  • Peggy Guggenheim Collection (museum)
This season of The Earful Everywhere is proudly brought to you by LivTours, who made it possible for us to share these travel stories with you. LivTours offers hundreds of carefully crafted journeys across Rome, Italy, and beyond. Find more from them below. 

We did these three tours in Venice:

  • Private Walking Tour with St Mark’s & Gondola Ride in Venice,
  • Private Venice Grand Canal Boat Tour,
  • Private Murano Glass Blowing Tour with Water Taxi

For more tours in Rome from LivTours:

This episode was the last episode of our ten-part series on Italy: Eight episodes about Rome, two about Venice. We've been sharing our observations, but we've also taken you along to visit some of Italy's top attractions, led by LivTours guides. We also shared the sounds of the streets and the locals.     Follow The Earful Everywhere on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/theearfuleverywhere  And find more from The Earful Tower Paris here: https://theearfultower.com/    Music by Pres Maxson. Find him on Substack here: https://presmaxson.substack.com/
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