A Flatpack History of Sweden

A Flatpack History of Sweden
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A fun history podcast chronologically charting Swedish history in a light-hearted and conversational way. Each week we introduce a new step along our journey through the history of Sweden, from the Stone Age to the modern day. Vikings included. Now also judging and ranking all of Sweden's rulers in our new podcast Kingdom: Swedish Rulers!

  1. 1. Welcome!

    EPISODE 1

    1. Welcome!

    Welcome to A Flatpack History of Sweden! In this perhaps too long introductory episode, we say hello to our new podcast, explain the format and give a brief lowdown on what we are going to be talking about on our journey through Swedish history!   Update: We have just re-released the first 8 episodes of the podcast, so people can enjoy the first episodes with an improved sound quality! We give a longer explanation at the start of the episode.

    16 min

  2. EPISODE 1

    Introducing Kingdom: Swedish Rulers

    Hello new listeners to A Flatpack History of Sweden!  We're dropping this brief episode here at the start of the feed to let you know that in 2025 we started our second podcast, discussing and ranking all the kings, queens and regents of Sweden. It is called Kingdom: Swedish Rulers.  Just search for Kingdom Swedish Rulers in your podcast player and you should be able to find it. There you can find a longer introduction into the concept and what we do over there, as a complement to A Flatpack History of Sweden. You can find out more information about the podcast on our website and the Kingdom section there here. You can even follow us on our social media: Facebook Bluesky Twitter

    3 min
  3. S1. Swedish Civilian Dog Tags

    EPISODE 1 BONUS

    S1. Swedish Civilian Dog Tags

    Surprise! This is our first special episode, breaking the chronological order to talk about an interesting historical object we found in our flat recently. Sweden issued civilian dog tags to all new born citizens for 50 years between 1960 and 2010. But why? We look into it and also have a brief chat about the history of dog tags in general.

    29 min
  4. 2. Stone Age Swedes - After The Ice

    EPISODE 2

    2. Stone Age Swedes - After The Ice

    We kick off our podcast with a look at how Sweden physically formed after the last ice age. We meet the first people to move in after this change and see how they lived during the Paleolithic and Mesolithic Ages. Expect Mammoths, hunter-gatherers and a very special lady - Bäckaskogskvinnan!    Please do follow us on Twitter on too! @FlatpackSweden

    27 min
  5. S2. Swedish Urban Bomb Shelters

    EPISODE 2 BONUS

    S2. Swedish Urban Bomb Shelters

    We're taking a break from our usual chronological journey and instead visit a historical site in our own home. In what could be seen as part two of our special episode about dog tags, we continue to look at Sweden's preparations for war in the 20th century. Just like with the dog tags, we found that we're living with a reminder of history, namely a bomb shelter in our own basement! We go to have a look and explore the background as to why there were so many shelters built in Sweden.

    55 min
  6. 3. Stones, Farming and Goats

    EPISODE 3

    3. Stones, Farming and Goats

    We continue investigating the Stone Age in Sweden, this time focusing on the Neolithic period. We find out how farming was developed, why so much fire was involved and touch on the amazing graves and burial chambers we will focus on more next time around. Please do follow us on Twitter on @FlatpackSweden and give us a like and a follow on Facebook too!

    27 min
  7. S3. Intelligent Speech - Sweden during WWII

    EPISODE 3 BONUS

    S3. Intelligent Speech - Sweden during WWII

    Surprise! It's not time for a regular episode this week, but instead we're bringing you an extra special episode. Back in April we had the pleasure of giving a talk at the Intelligent Speech Conference 2021. This is the recording of said talk, plus a brand new intro and outro that we've recorded specially.  In our talk we look at how and why Sweden, unlike all of its neighbours, escaped invasion during the Second World War. We discover how one natural resource can make all the difference, and how the decisions of a few politicians on one fateful weekend echoed throughout history. Last but not least, we have a quick look at how Sweden was affected by the war, even though it wasn't invaded. Beware of accidental bombings!

    34 min
  8. 4. Swedish Neolithic Cultures

    EPISODE 4

    4. Swedish Neolithic Cultures

    In this episode we delve much deeper into the three major cultures of the Swedish Neolithic Period: The Funnel Cups, The Pitted Ware Culture and the Battle Axe Culture. Listen as we learn more about these three different cultures and lifestyles, explore their differing burial methods and learn about what was happening around the world too! Please do follow us on Facebook and Twitter and give us a review or follow.

    52 min
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A fun history podcast chronologically charting Swedish history in a light-hearted and conversational way. Each week we introduce a new step along our journey through the history of Sweden, from the Stone Age to the modern day. Vikings included. Now also judging and ranking all of Sweden's rulers in our new podcast Kingdom: Swedish Rulers!

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