The Arctic Circle Podcast

Arctic Circle

The Arctic Circle Podcast brings together voices from the growing international community dedicated to the future of the Arctic and our planet. This podcast showcases a collection of inspiring and informative speeches, sessions, and dialogues from heads of state, government officials, ministers, parliamentarians, experts, scientists, entrepreneurs, business leaders, indigenous representatives, environmentalists, students, activists, and other Arctic enthusiasts.Explore topics such as climate change, geopolitics, indigenous affairs, business, energy, shipping, ocean health, and societal issues.Topics include Climate change, Geopolitics, Indigenous Affairs, Business, Energy, Shipping, Oceans and Societal Issues.Don't miss out—tune in every Thursday for the latest episode of The Arctic Circle Podcast!

  1. 7h ago

    Arctic Sea Routes and Eco-Friendly Shipbuilding

    As Arctic ice retreats, new sea routes are opening up. How are nations and industries adapting to this new maritime reality and what does it mean for global trade, port economics, and the future of shipbuilding? Joining the conversation are: Marco Volpe, China Desk Editor, Osservatorio Artico, Italy; PhD Candidate, University of Lapland, FinlandAlberto Rossi, Secretary General, Assarmatori - The Italian Shipowners' AssociationAlessandro Panaro, Head of Maritime & Energy Department, SRM, ItalyJihoon Jeong, Secretary General, Korea Arctic Research Consortium (KoARC)Kamrul Hossain, Chair in Arctic Legal Research and Education, UArctic - University of the ArcticThe Session is moderated by Leonardo Parigi, Editor in Chief, Osservatorio Artico, Italy. This discussion was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Rome Forum - Polar Dialogue, held March 3rd–4th, 2026. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.  Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.org TWITTER: @_Arctic_Circle FACEBOOK: The Arctic Circle INSTAGRAM: arctic_circle_org

  2. Sep 15

    Arctic Culinary Diplomacy

    Food is a living expression of culture, health, identity, and intergenerational memory. How can culinary diplomacy bring together Indigenous and Western food systems? Joining the conversation are: Sara Olsvig, then International Chair, Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC)Alena Gerasimova, NOMAD Project Leader, International Centre for Reindeer Husbandry (ICR)Rockford Weitz, Professor & Leader of the Arctic and Maritime Program, Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University, USAKjell Stokvik, Managing Director, Centre for High North Logistics, Nord University, NorwayYon Fernandez de Larrinoa, Leader of the Indigenous Peoples Unit, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), United NationsThe Session is moderated by Anders Oskal, Secretary General of World Reindeer Herders & Executive Director of the International Centre for Reindeer Husbandry (ICR). This discussion was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Rome Forum — Polar Dialogue, held March 3rd–4th, 2026. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.  Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.org TWITTER: @_Arctic_Circle FACEBOOK: The Arctic Circle INSTAGRAM: arctic_circle_org

  3. Sep 8

    Arctic Power Dynamics: Russia, China, and the Shifting Security Landscape

    As global power dynamics shift, how do we strike the right balance between deterrence, dialogue, and sustainable development in the Arctic? And what do the changes underway mean for Arctic governance, stability, and cooperation? Joining the conversation are: Bergdís Ellertsdóttir, then-Senior Arctic Official of IcelandGuðbjörg Ríkey Th. Hauksdóttir, Program Manager, Centre for Arctic Studies, University of Iceland; PhD Candidate, University of Iceland; Fellow, Harvard Kennedy School's Arctic InitiativeSvein Vigeland Rottem, Senior Researcher, Fridtjof Nansen Institute, NorwayMarc Lanteigne, Associate Professor, UiT The Arctic University of NorwayThe Session is moderated by Pia Hansson, Director of the Institute of International Affairs, University of Iceland. This discussion was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Rome Forum - Polar Dialogue, held March 3rd–4th, 2026. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.  Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.org TWITTER: @_Arctic_Circle FACEBOOK: The Arctic Circle INSTAGRAM: arctic_circle_org

  4. Aug 25

    Svalbard: An Arctic Laboratory

    What is Svalbard telling us about our changing planet, and what makes it such a unique place for Arctic research? Joining the conversation are: Harald Steen, Research Director, Norwegian Polar Institute (NPI)Heikki Lihavainen, Director, Svalbard Integrated Arctic Earth Observing System (SIOS)Marion Maturilli, Scientist, Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research (AWI), Germany; Scientific Coordinator, AWIPEV Research BaseBartłomiej Luks, Assistant Professor, Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of SciencesOlga Gavrichkova, Senior Researcher, Research Institute on Terrestrial Ecosystems, National Research Council of Italy (CNR-IRET); Co-chair, Ny-Ålesund Terrestrial FlagshipThe Session is moderated by Mauro Mazzola, Scientist, Institute of Polar Sciences, National Research Council of Italy (CNR-ISP), and Station Manager, Dirigibile Italia CNR. This discussion was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Rome Forum — Polar Dialogue, held March 3rd–4th, 2026. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.  Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.org TWITTER: @_Arctic_Circle FACEBOOK: The Arctic Circle INSTAGRAM: arctic_circle_org

  5. Aug 18

    What Does the 5th International Polar Year Mean for the Arctic?

    The 5th International Polar Year is on the horizon. It is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to accelerate polar research, strengthen international cooperation, and deepen the collaboration with Indigenous knowledge holders. But are we moving fast enough? Joining the conversation are: Henry Burgess, then-President, International Arctic Science Committee; President, NERC Arctic Office, UKHarald Steen, Research Director, Norwegian Polar Institute (NPI)Antje Boetius, President & CEO, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI), USAChiara Venier, Senior Technologist, Institute of Polar Sciences, National Research Council of Italy (CNR-ISP)Jessica Veldstra, Executive Director, Aleut International AssociationDavid Hik, Vice-President Research & Chief Scientist, Polar Knowledge CanadaThe Session is moderated by Warren Cairns, Senior Researcher, Institute of Polar Sciences, National Research Council of Italy (CNR-ISP). This discussion was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Rome Forum — Polar Dialogue, held March 3rd–4th, 2026. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.  Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.org TWITTER: @_Arctic_Circle FACEBOOK: The Arctic Circle INSTAGRAM: arctic_circle_org

  6. Aug 7

    Arctic Fish: Sentinels of Climate Change

    What are Arctic fish telling us about the dynamics of a system in transition and what does it mean for ecosystems, communities, and the future of the Arctic? Joining the conversation are: Irene Alabia, Assistant Professor, Arctic Research Center, Hokkaido University, JapanKevin J. Hedges, Research Scientist, Arctic Fisheries and Marine Mammal Science Division, Government of CanadaFrancesca Spataro, Senior Researcher, Institute of Polar Sciences, National Research Council of Italy (CNR-ISP)Sara Olsvig, then International Chair of the Inuit Circumpolar CouncilThe Session is moderated by Gian Marco Luna, Head of Research and IRBIM Director, Institute for Marine Biological Resources and Biotechnology, National Research Council of Italy (CNR-IRBIM). This discussion was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Rome Forum — Polar Dialogue, held March 3rd–4th, 2026. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization.  Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.org TWITTER: @_Arctic_Circle FACEBOOK: The Arctic Circle INSTAGRAM: arctic_circle_org

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The Arctic Circle Podcast brings together voices from the growing international community dedicated to the future of the Arctic and our planet. This podcast showcases a collection of inspiring and informative speeches, sessions, and dialogues from heads of state, government officials, ministers, parliamentarians, experts, scientists, entrepreneurs, business leaders, indigenous representatives, environmentalists, students, activists, and other Arctic enthusiasts.Explore topics such as climate change, geopolitics, indigenous affairs, business, energy, shipping, ocean health, and societal issues.Topics include Climate change, Geopolitics, Indigenous Affairs, Business, Energy, Shipping, Oceans and Societal Issues.Don't miss out—tune in every Thursday for the latest episode of The Arctic Circle Podcast!

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