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The Icelandic Roundup is a weekly news show from The Reykjavík Grapevine. Hosts Valur Grettisson (Editor-In-Chief) and Josie Anne Gaitens (Culture Editor) bring you the latest in Icelandic news, along with an update on the roads and weather.

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The Icelandic Roundup is a weekly news show from The Reykjavík Grapevine. Hosts Valur Grettisson (Editor-In-Chief) and Josie Anne Gaitens (Culture Editor) bring you the latest in Icelandic news, along with an update on the roads and weather.

    Asylum Seekers, Politics And Iceland Airwaves

    Asylum Seekers, Politics And Iceland Airwaves

    In this edition of the Icelandic Roundup, editor-in-chief Valur Grettison and news editor Andie Sophia Fontaine talk about the controversy surrounding the deportation of over a dozen people seeking international protection in Iceland, including a family with small children and a man who uses a wheelchair.

    They also talk about a recent leadership struggle in the Conservative Party, and recap some of the fun times at Iceland Airwaves.

    Looking for more news? Check out our website for the latest coverage: grapevine.is

    Please take the time to rate and review the Icelandic Roundup on your podcast app! We really appreciate it, and it helps other people find the show.

    Before travelling in Iceland please always check road and weather conditions to ensure a safe journey.
    Weather: vedur.is
    Roads: road.is or on twitter.com/Vegagerdin

    This show is brought to you by the Reykjavík Grapevine,  a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. 
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    Thank you to The Lava Centre for sponsoring this episode of The Icelandic Roundup.

    • 23 min
    Iceland - Surprisingly Corrupt?

    Iceland - Surprisingly Corrupt?

    This week on the podcast, Valur and Josie Anne are joined by Atli Þór Fanndal from Transparency International Iceland to discuss corruption in Iceland. 

    Find out more about Transparency International here.
    Looking for more news? Check out our website for the latest coverage: grapevine.is

    Please take the time to rate and review the Icelandic Roundup on your podcast app! We really appreciate it, and it helps other people find the show.

    Before travelling in Iceland please always check road and weather conditions to ensure a safe journey.
    Weather: vedur.is
    Roads: road.is or on twitter.com/Vegagerdin

    This show is brought to you by the Reykjavík Grapevine,  a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. 
    shop | facebook | twitter | instagram

    Thank you to The Lava Centre for sponsoring this episode of The Icelandic Roundup.

    • 39 min
    Iceland Airwaves Festival!

    Iceland Airwaves Festival!

    This week on the podcast, Josie Anne is joined by two of the organisers of Iceland Airwaves Festival, Sindri Astmarsson and Anna Ásthildur Thorsteinsson. The trio discuss Iceland Airwaves' welcome return after a two year Covid hiatus, and what makes the Icelandic music scene so special for visitors and residents alike.
    Join the Reykjavík Grapevine at Iceland Airwaves! Find more information, the full lineup and tickets online: icelandairwaves.is
    Coming to the festival? Pick up a Grapevine Airwaves Goodie Pack from our store! We'll deliver it straight to your hotel so you can get straight to exploring great music, fuelled by the best snacks Iceland can offer!

    Looking for more news? Check out our website for the latest coverage: grapevine.is

    Please take the time to rate and review the Icelandic Roundup on your podcast app! We really appreciate it, and it helps other people find the show.

    Before travelling in Iceland please always check road and weather conditions to ensure a safe journey.
    Weather: vedur.is
    Roads: road.is or on twitter.com/Vegagerdin

    This show is brought to you by the Reykjavík Grapevine,  a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. 
    shop | facebook | twitter | instagram

    Thank you to The Lava Centre for sponsoring this episode of The Icelandic Roundup.

    • 31 min
    Justice Minister Accused Of Fearmongering

    Justice Minister Accused Of Fearmongering

    It's a bumper news week on The Icelandic Roundup: Jón Gunnarsson, the Minister of Justice, has been criticised for spreading misinformation,  No Borders activists have encouraged artists to boycott Iceland Airwaves festival, violent crime committed by children is on the increase, and two Icelanders have been rescued after spending three nights in their jeep after they were caught in a storm. 

    Looking for more news? Check out our website for the latest coverage: grapevine.is

    Please take the time to rate and review the Icelandic Roundup on your podcast app! We really appreciate it, and it helps other people find the show.

    Before travelling in Iceland please always check road and weather conditions to ensure a safe journey.
    Weather: vedur.is
    Roads: road.is or on twitter.com/Vegagerdin

    This show is brought to you by the Reykjavík Grapevine,  a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. 
    shop | facebook | twitter | instagram

    Thank you to The Lava Centre for sponsoring this episode of The Icelandic Roundup.

    • 35 min
    Extreme Politics And Conspiracy Theories with Dr. Eiríkur Bergman

    Extreme Politics And Conspiracy Theories with Dr. Eiríkur Bergman

    In today’s show Josie Anne and Valur are joined by Dr. Eiríkur Bergman, professor of political science at Bifröst University who has also written several books about extreme politics in the western world.

    Find Eiríkur Bergman's books here.

    Looking for more news? Check out our website for the latest coverage: grapevine.is

    Please take the time to rate and review the Icelandic Roundup on your podcast app! We really appreciate it, and it helps other people find the show.

    Before travelling in Iceland please always check road and weather conditions to ensure a safe journey.
    Weather: vedur.is
    Roads: road.is or on twitter.com/Vegagerdin

    This show is brought to you by the Reykjavík Grapevine,  a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. 
    shop | facebook | twitter | instagram

    Thank you to The Lava Centre for sponsoring this episode of The Icelandic Roundup.

    • 41 min
    Father Of Chief Of Police Connected to Terrorist Plot Investigation

    Father Of Chief Of Police Connected to Terrorist Plot Investigation

    In this episode, Valur and Andie Sophia talk about a murder in the north of Iceland--the third this year--not boding well for the rest of 2022.

    Also, we have more information on the terrorism case, wherein the father of the chief of the national police had his home searched. This man is a major gun collector and seller in Iceland. As such, the national police have recused themselves from the case.

    Finally, we talk about the recent fare hike for the capital area buses, electric cars, and the future of transport in Reykjavík.

    Looking for more news? Check out our website for the latest coverage: grapevine.is

    Please take the time to rate and review the Icelandic Roundup on your podcast app! We really appreciate it, and it helps other people find the show.

    Before travelling in Iceland please always check road and weather conditions to ensure a safe journey.
    Weather: vedur.is
    Roads: road.is or on twitter.com/Vegagerdin

    This show is brought to you by the Reykjavík Grapevine,  a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. 
    shop | facebook | twitter | instagram

    Thank you to The Lava Centre for sponsoring this episode of The Icelandic Roundup.

    • 35 min

Customer Reviews

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5 Ratings

5 Ratings

Stuey W ,

Just what Iceland fans were waiting for!

Great news reports and updates from Valur and Josie, covering all current affairs, important topics of the time and the occasional fun and out-there news story that you wouldn’t otherwise hear about. The Reykjavik Grapevine is a fantastic magazine, backed up with a great YouTube channel and membership club, with many payment options to suit your needs. The best place to go for your Icelandic fix!

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