Last Week in Denmark
Last Week In Denmark brings you the top stories and developments from across Denmark — in English, in under 30 minutes, and through the lens of internationals who live here. Each week, two hosts from the LWID community unpack the week’s news with a personal and global perspective.With a mix of quick summaries and thoughtful commentary, we cover everything from housing and healthcare to politics — all curated to keep you informed, engaged, and empowered.Whether you're new to Denmark or have been here for years, this is your go-to bite-sized update on what’s happening — and why it matters to you.
S3 E14 · Sun, April 27, 2025
New Laws, Old Challenges: Denmark’s Push for Health and Equality | LWID S3E14
Denmark isn’t standing still — it’s taking bold steps to protect health, rights, and everyday life for its people. In this episode of Last Week in Denmark , Fionn and Katie share their viewpoints on the top 3 major news stories of the week: the expansion of abortion rights for teens and adults, new data on how motherhood continues to stall women’s careers, and growing concerns over the rise of tinnitus among young people. ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E13 · Sun, April 20, 2025
Invisible Imbalances in Denmark: Carbon, Rent, and Sleep | LWID S3E13
How do invisible imbalances — in wealth, housing, and health — quietly shape our daily lives in Denmark? This week, Narcis and Golda explore that question through the lens of whether the ultra-wealthy should pay special carbon taxes, the sharp rise in company-owned rental properties and rents across the country, and the growing call for more public housing. Plus, they shed light on a silent epidemic affecting over 400,000 people in their sleep. In this episode: From Denmark to Gambia (00:00) Climate emissions class gap (03:36) Company rental apartment crisis (12:48) Sleep apnea causes danger (23:17) ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E12 · Sun, April 13, 2025
LWID S3E12 | Job Market Overhaul, Neighborly Trust, Solvej Balle & Win 4000 DKK
Kalpita and Fionn decode Denmark’s biggest employment reform in decades, weakening community ties and the benefits of good neighbor relations, Solvej Balle being shortlisted for the International Booker Prize, and share details about our latest referral campaign where you can win up to 4000 DKK. In this episode: Jobcenter reform ( 01:22 ) Making friends with neighbours? ( 14:00 ) Solvej Balle's nomination ( 22:56 ) Join the LWID referral campaign! ( 30:59 ) Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E11 · Sun, April 06, 2025
LWID S3E11 | #TheForgottenGold movement, US Tariffs & Insurance Loyalty Tax
Katie and Kalpita dive into the silent (but important) crisis facing highly skilled internationals in Denmark, a new wave of 20% US tariffs on EU goods, and why staying loyal to your insurance provider could be costing you more than you think. Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E10 · Sat, March 29, 2025
LWID S3E10 | EU Digital Driver's License, Budget Savings & Rewriting Denmark's History
Narcis and Kalpita is gathered this week to discuss the new EU-wide digital driver's license, a surprising large budget surplus in 2024 (savings of 133B DKK), moves to preserve the danish language and a bronze stamp found in Tåsinge that may rewrite 5th-century Danish history. Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E9 · Sun, March 23, 2025
LWID S3E9 | Rural-Urban Tensions, Proposal to Remove International Voters Rights, Fresher Air in Denmark
Fionn and Kalpita get together this week to discuss the growing imbalance between urban and rural community development, the DF’s (Nationalist Conservative) controversial proposal to restrict voting rights to Danes only, and Denmark meeting its 2030 air quality targets ahead of time. In this episode: ( 02:14 ) Improvements in Danish air quality ( 13:25 ) Rural vs. urban development ( 26:34 ) International voting rights are under threat ( 34:18 ) Get ready to check your 2024 tax statement! Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E8 · Sun, March 16, 2025
LWID S3E8 | Conscription Gender Equality, Greenland Strives for Independence, More Parents Go Part-Time
Katie and Narcis reviews this week's top headlines including Denmark’s push for drafting women into the military from 2026, the shift of Greenlandic political powers after parliamentary elections, and a recent trend of young parents opting for part-time work to balance family demands. In this episode: ( 04:46 ) Women to be drafted into the military from 2026 ( 14:34 ) Latest election results from Greenland ( 21:11 ) 40% of young moms opting for part-time work Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E7 · Sun, March 09, 2025
LWID S3E7 | Beefing up the EU Military, Volunteering is Giving & Goodbye Snail Mail
Rearming defence forces is now an EU-wide focus to the tune of 6,000B DKK, volunteering is on the rise again in Denmark, and national mail delivery will change hands from PostNord to Dao in 2026. Golda continues at the helm this week, jointly with Kalpita to bring everyone bite sized news and upsized entertainment. In this episode: 00:41 – 6,000 billion injection to EU defence 02:25 – PostNord to stop snail mail in 2026 10:55 – Volunteering is on the rise Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E6 · Sun, March 02, 2025
LWID S3E6 | Phone Bans, US Products Boycott & Backlash Against Workfare Law
Denmark is looking into banning phones in schools, the Salling Group makes it easier for shoppers to identify European-made products amidst the US boycott movement, and a recent attempt to classify Danish adoptees born after 1968 as immigrants sparked backlash and a #ErJegStadigDansk movement. Katie and Golda are back to cover these hot topics of the week. Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E5 · Sun, February 23, 2025
LWID S3E5 | Defense Budget, Combat Against Racial Discrimination & GDP Growth
Denmark is prioritising national security with a 50B DKK increase in defense spending, the government unveils a 36-point action plan to combat racism and Novo Nordisk continues to drive Denmark's GDP contributing to the majority of the 3.6% growth we experienced last year. Please welcome back Fionn and Kalpita as this week’s co-hosts discussing these top news. In this episode: Top 3 news intro ( 01:03 ) Denmark's GDP growth in 2024 ( 01:49 ) The 36-point anti-racism action plan... starting with nightclubs ( 12:48 ) 50B DKK acceleration fund for Danish rearmament ( 23:50 ) Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E4 · Sun, February 16, 2025
LWID S3E4 | Cryolite Mining, NATO Threats & Wins for (Industry) Workers
Hot on the heels of the Greenland debate, the new DR documentary on cryolite extraction is adding fuel to an already raging fire. Danish intelligence is sounding the alarm on a potential Russian offensive with weakening NATO ties. Industry workers secured some wins in a new agreement that saw increase in wages, as well as more flexibility in leave allowance and overtime compensation. Tune in to Arun, who is back at the helm this week to discuss these top news with our 2nd resident Irish co-host, Katie. In this episode: The saga of Greenland's White Gold ( 03:35 ) The Russian red alert - should we be concerned? ( 16:25 ) Updated collective agreement for industry workers ( 25:39 ) Thoughts about cultural and family ties ( 28:00 ) Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E3 · Sat, February 08, 2025
LWID S3E3 | Culling Wolves, Unlimited Parental Sick Days, Police Scandal
Controversial debates are rising on both the EU stage regarding wolf population control, and locally in Denmark as political parties are lobbying for an external investigation into the recent police scandal. Grassroots movement in an Aalborg organisation offering unlimited parental sick leave brings hope that we can have it all. Listen in as our fresh face of the week Golda, a Sierra Leonean-Dane, discusses these top news with Narcis. In this episode: Intro to Golda ( 00:27 ) The resurgence of wolves in DK – Source ( 02:29 ) The dream (or soon reality) of unlimited parental sick leave – Source ( 08:34 ) Recent allegations of police taking shortcuts – Source ( 16:44 ) The modern cancel culture ( 21:32 ) Push for more locally-produced TV series ( 25:27 ) Info about next week’s hosts ( 31:05 ) Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E2 · Sun, February 02, 2025
LWID S3E2 | Taxes for War, Declining Interest Rates, Improved Psychiatric Support
Say hello to Fionn, one of our new resident Irish co-hosts. This week, Fionn and Kalpita are joining forces to discuss both good news - interest rates continue to lower for aspiring homeowners and expansion of psychiatric support on the emergency hotline 112, and not so good news (i.e. increasing Denmark’s NATO contributions to 5%). In this episode: 112 hotline will support psychiatric emergencies from 2026 ( 01:02 ) Interest rates expected to fall as low as 1.1% by summer ( 10:50 ) 90B DKK needed increase NATO contributions to 5% ( 15:53 ) The "shift towards a wartime mindset" ( 24:39 ) Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S3 E1 · Sun, January 26, 2025
LWID S3E1 | New Format, New Co-hosts, Top 3 News
We're back with a new format in season 3! Stay updated on the top issues that has happened in Denmark, and get to know our panel of co-hosts as they discuss them. This week Narcis sits with Kalpita, musing about petty crime punishments, rising prices of electric cars and the decline in passion for reading in Denmark. Dive right in: More about the new format ( 00:24 ) Decline in love for reading among children ( 04:24 ) Prices of EVs are going up... due to phase-in of registration tax ( 14:28 ) Harsher punishments to be meted out for petty crimes ( 22:52 ) Feedback? Here's where to find us ( 34:04 ) Have questions, ideas or feedback? Write us at lastweekdk@gmail.com . See you next week! ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S2 E7 · Mon, December 09, 2024
LWID S2E7 | The effects of social media and drinking
After a hectic week of Romanian vote counting and office Christmas parties, Narcis and Arun got together on a late Tuesday evening to discuss this week's ongoings and the general geo-political landscape. Topics covered in today’s podcast: Narcis & Arun's updates on Romanian elections and Christmas parties ( 00:13 ) Thoughts on the Danish petition to ban use of social media for those under 18 ( 06:18 ) Distinction of legislation that falls under Danish vs. EU levels ( 09:13 ) The TikTok effect ( 15:18 ) Is Denmark going the direction of the Systembolaget? ( 25:01 ) ANNOUNCEMENT: Last call for the referral campaign sponsored by Bloomtree Tech in our race to reach 2,000 subscribers on Substack. The contest ends on December 13th, and the top 5 ranked in this referral campaign stand to win a variety of iPads (and laptops). Learn more about the competition here . Note: This podcast episode covers discussion around the Last Week in Denmark (24.11-01.12) Episode 41 Year 4 update . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S2 E6 · Mon, December 02, 2024
LWID S2E6 | The future of this podcast and thoughts on geopolitics
In this episode, our two hosts finally met up in Aalborg to discuss the ongoings in Denmark in person, for some unscripted thoughts on Aalborg, updates on LWID and the political landscape of Europe and North America in general. Topics covered in today’s podcast: The future of Last Week in Denmark ( 01:10 ) The upcoming Trump presidency, and what that means for Denmark ( 03:07 ) Potential impacts of tariffs on European products from the Trump administration ( 05:52 ) The upcoming EU presidency and the war against doomscrolling ( 18:00 ) Thoughts about rising interest rates and inflation ( 20:35 ) Calling our listeners to join the podcast! ( 28:14 ) If you would like to be a part these podcasts discussions, or if you have any suggestions on the themes you would like to hear Arun and Narcis discuss. If you're interested, please send an email to lastweekdk@gmail.com ! Note: This podcast episode covers discussion around the Last Week in Denmark (03.11-10.11) Episode 38 Year 4 newsletter update . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S2 E5 · Thu, November 28, 2024
LWID S2E5 | "The only thing certain in life is death and taxes"
In this episode, we discussed Denmark gearing up to celebrate Christmas, our thoughts around taxes, and an international perspective on Danish culture when it comes to sports. Thoughts about municipal income tax... and hikes ( 04:00 ) Arun as the next Gentofte city councilman? ( 13:43 ) The (sports) hooligan culture in Denmark ( 18:53 ) Competitiveness in Danish culture ( 39:16 ) Thought about the future format of this podcast ( 46:55 ) We also invite our listeners to reach out if you would like to be a part these podcasts discussions, or if you have any suggestions on the themes you would like to hear Arun and Narcis discuss. If you're interested, please send an email to lastweekdk@gmail.com ! Note: This podcast episode covers discussion around the Last Week in Denmark (27.10-03.11) Episode 37 Year 4 newsletter update . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S2 E4 · Tue, November 05, 2024
LWID S2E4 | The Holiday Season is Upon Us
Apologies to our listeners for the slight delay in podcast episodes as we are still finding our footing to make this a weekly affair as we aspire it to be. In this episode, we discuss the holiday season and festivals like Halloween, Christmas and traditions from Arun's homeland India, the Danish government's increased investment into promoting Denmark as a tourism destination, the impact of climate change on Denmark, as well as the recent trend of Germans opting to move across the border. Topics covered in today’s podcast: Festivals and Traditions in Denmark and beyond ( 00:57 ) Preparing for a mortgage loan meeting ( 11:47 ) International-friendly banks in Denmark ( 28:36 ) Investment into tourism promotion abroad ( 30:31 ) Summer in Denmark ( 33:24 ) Climate change and flood risks ( 36:52 ) Germans are moving to Denmark ( 37:55 ) ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S2 E3 · Tue, October 15, 2024
LWID S2E3 | Back from Vacation
Welcome back folks! The LWID podcast returns after several weeks break while Arun was back home in India. In this episode, we discussed upcoming changes to the Danish education system, the state of STEM, cash and food inflation in Denmark, as well as Arun and Narcis' personal dreams for home improvement and travelling. Topics covered in today’s podcast: Introduction ( 00:08 ) The introduction of Epx, a new type of gymnasium education ( 01:35 ) STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) in Denmark ( 20:35 ) Cash payments are still a thing? ( 23:01 ) Switching banks will become easier in future ( 30:34 ) Inflation of food items in the past 2 years ( 38:35 ) Corporate Christmas gifts ( 44:26 ) Sauna and gym facilities ( 45:54 ) Home improvement dreams ( 47:46 ) Travelling ( 50:21 ) Wrapping up ( 53:05 ) ANNOUNCEMENT: We have just launched our 7th language support for the newsletter, which is now available in German . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S2 E2 · Sun, August 25, 2024
LWID S2E2 | Cars, Houses, Education and the Future of Denmark
In this second episode, Arun and Narcis discuss various topics related to life in Denmark. Arun shares his excitement about passing his driving test. They chat about the new proposed changes to driving alcohol limits for and the potential impact on new drivers. They also touch on the growing inequality in Denmark and the influence of American culture on Danish society. The episode concludes with a discussion about the challenges of homeownership for young people in Denmark. Topics covered in today’s podcast: Proposed changes to legal alcohol limits ( 02:11 ) Growing inequality in Denmark ( 07:36 ) High cost of housing ( 23:06 ) Importance of vocational education ( 27:28 ) Impact of low fertility rates ( 38:37 ) ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S2 E1 · Sun, August 18, 2024
LWID S2E1 | Introducing Arun, new YouTube channel, and this week's headlines
Welcome to the relaunch of Last Week in Denmark 's official podcast. Introducing our new co-host Arun Prakash , who joins Narcis George Matache , the Founder of Last Week in Denmark to discuss this week’s newsletter headlines. The diverse backgrounds of our cohosts brings fresh perspectives for our podcast listeners, dissecting the topics and life from the lens as an EU citizen, a non-EU citizen and internationals living in Denmark. Topics covered in today’s podcast includes: Euthanasia — should it be legalised in Denmark? ( 2:35 ) Rising… or freezing retirement age in Denmark? ( 11:00 ) New rules - manual transmission license even with an automatic driving test ( 35:50 ) Reducing unhealthy food and snacks in supermarkets ( 52:05 ) ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E12 · Tue, December 05, 2023
LWID S1E12 | 05 December 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist, Wizzi Magnussen , and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache , present this week's newsletter headlines, deep dive into some of the below topics and, this week, generally have a lovely chat about life in general! TOP TOPICS: Results of the survey - “Last Week in Denmark Association” How will your tax money be spent in 2024? Entrepreneurs should have the right to a business bank account The end of the 1000 DKK banknote Cash - too much bother to handle for small businesses? Moisturiser, perfume and other consumer goods and more... Produced by Wizmedia ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E11 · Sun, November 26, 2023
LWID S1E11 | 26 November 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist, Wizzi Magnussen , and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache , present this week's newsletter headlines and deep dive into some of the below topics: 2.3 billion DKK extra for the justice system 400 million DKK allocated for strengthening psychiatry next year Digital 'Stamp Clocks' for the employed Changes in the government - who are our three new ministers? Are you part of the top 1% of earners in Denmark? Sustainable purchasing to tackle climate change and more... Produced by Wizmedia ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E10 · Sun, November 19, 2023
LWID S1E10 | 19 November 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist, Wizzi Magnussen , and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache , present this week's newsletter headlines and deep dive into some of the below topics: Saving Denmark's movie industry Tax time Stress and how to manage it Workplace gender inequality Nationwide cyberattacks and the risk to Denmark's electricity New embassies coming to Moldova, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Malaysia Particle filters for old diesel cars Major volcanic eruption expected in Iceland and more... Produced by Wizmedia ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E9 · Sun, November 12, 2023
LWID S1E9 | 12 November 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist, Wizzi Magnussen , and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache , present this week's newsletter headlines and deep dive into some of the below topics: CCTV Privacy vs safety Healthcare in Denmark Taxes Freedom Inflation vs deflation Sustainable purchasing and more... Produced by Wizmedia . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E8 · Sun, October 29, 2023
LWID S1E8 | 29 October 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache , express their joy at getting back in front of the mics after a three week, sickness-induced, hiatus. Listen to the duo settle back into the flow with a few off-the-cuff discussions on the below topics: Last Week in Denmark Referral campaign: WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED NEXT EPISODE The End of a Multi-Generational Political Dynasty Political Deep Dive - The good, the bad and the darn right frightening aspects of a career in politics Interest Rates & Banking in Denmark Oxygen Shortages Stifling the Supply of Fish and more... Produced by Wizmedia . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E7 · Sun, October 01, 2023
LWID S1E7 | 01 October 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political overview and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: Referral campaign AMIS International Club Essential Financial Skills for Entrepreneurs How to make billions from potatoes Social Dental Care Become a heart runner Abortion rights Oxygen depletion in Danish waters NATO Quantum tech center in Copenhagen and more... Produced by Wizmedia . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E6 · Sun, September 24, 2023
LWID S1E6 | 24 September 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: The first citizen assembly in Denmark - Copenhagen Parliament Tripartite negotiations for public employees salary increase Norway's latest treasure hunting - sea bed mining Extraordinary drought aid for the farmers from the EU Danish bishop from Viborg as the president of the World Lutheran Association Changes for the Danish language Guide for the screen time The liberal movement in Denmark The three languages of the kingdom and more... Produced by Wizmedia . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E5 · Sun, September 17, 2023
LWID S1E5 | 17 September 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: Interest rate increase I nflation is stabilizing Tax increase for people living in Frederiksberg 1200 nurses from Iran Official apology from the government You can continue to buy cans without pant / deposit from the border stores Homeschooling is attracting Germans to Denmark 360 million DKK for adult education The war against gangs intensifies Property assessments and more... Produced by Wizmedia . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E4 · Sat, September 09, 2023
LWID S1E4 | Special guest: Lasse Frimand Jensen, Mayor of Aalborg
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive... This week we are excited to present our first guest on the show, Lasse Frimand Jensen , Mayor of Aalborg municipality. Lasse joins Wizzi & Narcis during the deep dive segment for a discussion around strategies to make Denmark more international friendly and plans for public international schools. Topics covered include: International schools Recruitment of workers from Southern Europe Denmark's campaign for the position of European Investment Bank president Ukrainian refugees in work Electricity prices Find out which company is now the most valuable in Europe Tackling loneliness amongst internationals and more... Produced by Wizmedia . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E3 · Sun, August 27, 2023
LWID S1E3 | 27 August 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: Ban on burning religious books in public spaces The end of the increased border control Donation of F-16 warplanes to Ukraine The advent of independent schools in Denmark The expansion of BRICS 75,000 hectars of untouched forest Climate tax on clothing Free public transport in Aarhus Reduced consumption of electricity and gas and more... Produced by Wizmedia . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E2 · Sat, August 19, 2023
LWID S1E2 | 20 August 2023
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: Legality of the Danish borders 300 million DKK for vocational schools Wages and Taxes Support for the ban on burning religious books in public space Danish population, fifth richest in the world Eurovision for the Artic regions Social media use in Denmark Legalising cannabis in Germany LGBT+ rights, rainbow families, blood donations & the first drag school in Denmark and more... Produced by Wizmedia . We are proud to open this episode with our new jingle and thank all those who donated to its creation. Our sound was composed by Jack Leatherbarrow from Wizmedia. ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
S1 E1 · Sat, June 24, 2023
First episode of the Last Week in Denmark (LWID) podcast
Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this very first episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen chat to Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache about this week's newsletter headlines and what the people of Denmark have been talking about. Topics covered include: Flag Freedom in Denmark Nordic Dietary Guidelines A Gradeless Educational Experiment in Denmark A Free Postal Market in Denmark LGBT+ across Western and Eastern Europe and more... Produced by Wizmedia . ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at lastweekdk@gmail.com. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (available in multiple languages!) https://lastweekdk.substack.com/ Follow us on the socials: ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last_week_in_denmark/ 🎉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lastweekindenmark 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lastweekindenmark Get involved with our events and publications: ⭐Website: https://lwid.dk/
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