Armchair American

K103 Göteborgs Studentradio
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Hangout with Ariel and friends as they give unqualified advice and answer silly and serious questions about life in Sweden vs. the U.S. (Should I dump my boyfriend? Can you really have a pet snake in the U.S.? What's better about Sweden?). E-mail your burning questions anonymously to: arieltheamerican@gmail.com! Host: Ariel Wyman This is a podcast from K103 Gothenburg Student Radio

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Embarrassing Moments with Simon

    Ariel and special (Swedish) guest Simon dissect embarrassing cultural moments–everything from barroom brawls to how to medically remove animals from your neck. Host: Ariel Wyman. This is a podcast by K103 Gothenburg studentradio.

    39 min

  2. May 19

    Myths about Sweden

    In this absolutely unhinged episode, Ariel catches up with her old friend Antonio and debates various myths about Swedes – are they really afraid of badgers? Host: Ariel Wyman. This is a podcast by K103 Gothenburg Studentradio

    46 min

  3. Feb 24

    How are the boys?

    On this special 10th episode, Rebecca and Jack join to answer questions about why the public health agency felt the need to make a pamphlet for boys on how to date. We give our unqualified opinions and answer questions, such as: boys, are you ok? Is Jack ok? What's really going on with sex and dating in Sweden? And can Rebecca really blame it all on America? Guests: Rebecca Ellebrant & Jack Williamson Host: Ariel Wyman This is a podcast by K103 Gothenburg studio

    48 min

  4. Jan 27

    Armchair goes live with Alex & Jack

    On this special live episode, Ariel is joined by Alex and Jack to discuss pressing topics such as slutty shorts on men, whether to give children non-alcoholic beer, and how to successfully bully bad people at work. Hosts: Jack Williamson, Alex Maxia and Ariel Wyman. This is a podcast by K103 Gothenburg Student Radio

    41 min

  5. 12/08/2025

    Amy teaches confidence

    Amy Bolton – an artist from the U.K. – answers love questions and teaches us how to be confident with wise advice such as "be delulu", "pretend you're the hottest" and "if they actually did get a trad wife, they'd probably be bored". Host: Ariel Wyman This is a podcast by K103 Gothenburg Student Radio

    39 min

  6. 11/18/2025

    Watching America Burn with Carlos

    L.A. native, photographer, and recent Swedish resident – Carlos Vas – joins the podcast again to answer questions about what it’s like watching America burn from afar. Host: Ariel Wyman This is a podcast by K103 Gothenburg student radio

    42 min

  7. 11/04/2025

    Dating at Ikea with Jack

    In episode 6, special guest Jack helps Ariel to explore topics such as the smugness of morning people, salty Swedish sweets, and the naughty appeal of an Ikea date.  Hosts: Ariel Wyman Guest: Jack Williamson This is a podcast by K103 Gothenburg student radio

    34 min

  8. 10/07/2025

    Life Advice

    In this episode, Ariel and Louise answer students' questions about life, love, and deciding whether you look good in a hat. Host: Ariel Wyman Guest: Louise Backlund This is a podcast by K103 Gothenburg Studentradio

    42 min

  9. 06/10/2025

    Expat questions with Carlos

    In this episode, Carlos (a photographer from L.A. and recent immigrant to Sweden) helps Ariel answer expat questions such as the strangest things that Swedish people do, what to bring home as gifts, and whether Swedish people are really all eating weeds and forest mushrooms? Join us! Host: Ariel Wyman This is a podcast from K103 Gothenburg Student Radio

    38 min

  10. 05/27/2025

    Deep questions with Layla

    Today's episode, Ariel and Layla (an artist from the Netherlands) answer expat questions about making friends, learning Swedish, plus a few deeper questions on queerness and racism.  Host: Ariel Wyman This is a podcast from K103 Gothenburg Student Radio

    37 min

  11. 05/13/2025

    The America Episode

    Louise is back to help Ariel answer questions about wild trips and the best cities in Sweden, and to explore their lore with tales of spontaneous trips to other countries. Host: Ariel Wyman This is a podcast from K103 Gothenburg Student Radio

    38 min

  12. 04/29/2025

    PREMIERE: Armchair American

    Louise joins me to discuss burning topics such as: Is it a bad idea to cut a bob? Is everyone in New York really mad at us? I've lost my sex drive--help? Listen to find out more! Host: Ariel Wyman This is a podcast from K103 Gothenburg Student Radio

    44 min
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About

Hangout with Ariel and friends as they give unqualified advice and answer silly and serious questions about life in Sweden vs. the U.S. (Should I dump my boyfriend? Can you really have a pet snake in the U.S.? What's better about Sweden?). E-mail your burning questions anonymously to: arieltheamerican@gmail.com! Host: Ariel Wyman This is a podcast from K103 Gothenburg Student Radio

Information

  • Creator
    K103 Göteborgs Studentradio
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © K103 Göteborgs Studentradio
  • Show Website
    Armchair American