The Danish Connection

The Danish Connection
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How do you access news in Denmark if you don’t speak Danish? There are 652,495 foreign citizens living in Denmark. For non-Danes, accessing news in English is….complicated. Most news outlets are paywalled and google translate does a pretty terrible job of translating Danish to English. In collaboration with Union and The CPH Post, we bring you The Danish Connection - a new podcast breaking down Danish news in English! This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark. Hosted by María Eva, Rachel and Melissa, new episodes every second Sunday.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    A train crash in North Zealand, an increase in Danes using AI for psychological support and concerns over food in Danish elderly homes

    This week on The Danish Connection: We discuss the train collision in North Zealand that left multiple people injured and raised major questions about safety on Denmark’s local railways. As investigations continue, we talk about how signalling systems work, where they may have fallen short and why experts say a crash like this “should not be possible.” We talk about a recent study that uncovers a rise in Danes using AI chatbots for advice and emotional support. While experts warn that these tools can blur the lines between helpful support and something more sinister, we talk about why this increase might be happening and where to go from here. Finally, we discuss why elderly homes in Copenhagen are serving primarily vegetarian food and an excess of lentils to people who are crying out for the old Danish classics. What does it say about a welfare system when meals for the elderly become a point of criticism, and when are only allowed meat on their birthday? 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!

    46 min

  2. 19 APR

    Wolt strikes in Copenhagen, fathers take more parental leave and a US-backed oil drilling project in Greenland

    This week on The Danish Connection: We look at the recent strikes by Wolt couriers in Copenhagen, where riders are demanding better pay and working conditions. As many couriers push back against falling wages and rising costs, we explore what this says about the realities of gig economy work and whether “flexibility” truly exists for those relying on these jobs, especially migrants. We also discuss a major shift in Danish family life, as fathers are taking significantly more parental leave than ever before. Following recent policy changes, we unpack how this is reshaping gender roles, workplace dynamics and long-term equality in Denmark. Finally, we dive into new revelations uncovered in a Danwatch investigation about a US-backed oil project in Greenland, despite the country’s decision to halt new oil exploration. With plans moving forward and major investments involved, we discuss the environmental, political and global implications. 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.

    51 min

  3. 29 MAR

    Election results and Noma drama

    This week on The Danish Connection: We unpack the results of Denmark’s election, which has left the country without a clear government and heading into potentially weeks of negotiations. With a fragmented parliament, a weakened governing coalition and the rise of right leaning parties, we look at what the future government might look like and why Denmark’s complicated citizenship process is such a hot topic right now. We also discuss the controversy everyone is talking about: The Noma abuse allegations. After a major investigation brought forward allegations of emotional and physical abuse in one of the world’s most celebrated restaurants, the story sparked an international debate. We unpack the allegations, take a look at Noma’s history and discuss how the culture in high-end kitchens has changed. 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!

    57 min

  4. 15 MAR

    CPH DOX 2026: A conversation with the festival programming team

    This week on The Danish Connection, we talk to the programming team of one of the world’s biggest and best documentary festivals happening right now in Copenhagen – CPH:DOX. We speak with Adam and Lars about the history of the festival, what it’s like to work there and how they narrow hundreds of documentary submissions down to the final programme each year. We also explore some of the inner workings of the festival, how this year’s programme reflects the complicated moment we are living in, and we ask about the films they are most excited for audiences to experience. 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!

    37 min

  5. 7 MAR

    8M with La Grupa: Advocating for Spanish-speaking migrant women in Denmark

    Kvindernes internationale kampdag This week we have a special episode highlighting the story of La Grupa – an organisation doing amazing work for Spanish-speaking migrant women here in Denmark. What began as a small community space founded around International Women’s Day six years ago has grown into an NGO helping women to navigate everything from loneliness, language barriers and cultural adjustment to housing issues, accessing legal aid and crisis situations. We speak about the importance of solidarity networks for migrant women, why community spaces like this make such a difference when building a life in a new country, and why immigrant perspectives should be more present in Danish politics. 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! *If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, you can contact La Grupa via their website https://www.lagrupa.dk/da or call to 1888 for domestic violence and abuse. Follow them on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn under the handle LaGrupaDK.

    41 min

  6. 1 MAR

    National elections called by PM, bird flu hits poultry exports, and are we getting less intelligent?

    This week on The Danish Connection: Denmark is officially heading into an election after Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced voters will go to the polls on March 24. With political parties already positioning themselves and polls pointing to a close race, we unpack why the election was called now and who is in the running so far to become the new Prime Minister. We discuss the bird flu outbreak confirmed in Holbæk Municipality, which has already led to international consequences, including a temporary halt to Danish poultry imports. With this being the second outbreak since October, Danish agriculture is under scrutiny yet again. Finally, we look into a growing public debate about intelligence and modern life. Are people actually becoming less intelligent, or are changing media habits, technology and education simply reshaping how we learn and process information? A recent discussion in Politiken has reignited questions about attention spans and worsening IQs. 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!

    51 min

  7. 24 FEB

    More internationals leave Denmark, exploitation of foreign farm labour and cuts to aid funding

    This week on The Danish Connection: We look into growing political concern over Denmark’s agricultural trainee scheme after a sharp rise in interns arriving from Uganda prompted tighter controls and allegations that the programme risks becoming a source of cheap labour rather than education. New figures reveal that many internationals are leaving Denmark, marking the second-highest level of departures on record. While Denmark continues to attract foreign residents, retention remains a major challenge – raising questions about integration, employment and whether it is getting more difficult for people to stay long term. We also unpack a new proposal from the Liberal Party to link development aid to migration policy, suggesting countries that refuse to take back rejected asylum seekers could lose Danish funding as part of a wider global shift toward more conditional and politicised foreign aid. 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!

    34 min

  8. 14 FEB

    Dating in Denmark with Erinne Paisley

    If you’ve been dating in Denmark, chances are you’ve used a dating app. For some, dating apps are a ticket to love, a wild night, memorable experiences. For others, they can lead to rejection, heartache and even addiction. To mark Valentine’s Day, we sat down with Erinne Paisley, a PhD Fellow at the University of Copenhagen’s Media Studies research group and a former lecturer in the Department of Media Studies at the University of Amsterdam. Erinne’s research explores dating apps, digital intimacy and feminist media studies. Her most recent publication is a collaborative roundtable paper on Affordances, Diversity and Inclusion in Dating Apps. In this episode, she talks about her research, the power and influence of dating app companies and how technology is reshaping the way we connect, date and form relationships – particularly in a Danish context.

    45 min
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How do you access news in Denmark if you don’t speak Danish? There are 652,495 foreign citizens living in Denmark. For non-Danes, accessing news in English is….complicated. Most news outlets are paywalled and google translate does a pretty terrible job of translating Danish to English. In collaboration with Union and The CPH Post, we bring you The Danish Connection - a new podcast breaking down Danish news in English! This is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark. Hosted by María Eva, Rachel and Melissa, new episodes every second Sunday.

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  • Creator
    The Danish Connection
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © The Danish Connection
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