Lake Light Radio

Amanda H.S
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Lake Light Radio is a journey through Swedish life and culture. Following the rhythm of the seasons, each episode explores history, traditions, literature, folklore, and everyday moments that have shaped Sweden. From Midsummer and fika to rune stones, childrens' television, summer houses and long winter evenings. Thoughtful, welcoming, and curious, it's an invitation to discover Sweden one conversation at a time.

Episodes

  1. Jul 8

    08. The Swedish Summer House

    As spring gives way to summer, we step inside one of Sweden's most cherished traditions: the summer house (sommarstugan). From red cottages and archipelagos, to family rituals and quiet weekends away, we explore a place that has shaped Swedish summers for generations.

  2. Jul 8

    07. A Swedish Idea

    Beyond the bonfires of Valborg, lies another important chapter in the Swedish year. This episode briefly explores the ideas of folkhemmet and folkbildning, and how they helped shape modern Sweden.

  3. Jul 6

    06. By the Valborg Fire

    As spring spreads across Sweden, we gather around the Valborg fire to explore one of the country's most enduring traditions, marking the end of winter and the arrival of longer, lighter days.

  4. Jul 6

    05. Easter Witches

    From påskkärringar and påskris to chocolate eggs and Blåkulla, we explore the traditions, folklore, and history behind one of Sweden's most distinctive spring celebrations.

  5. Jul 6

    04. First Signs of Spring

    The first signs of spring are easy to miss, unless you know what to look for. From vitsippor and tussilago to migrating birds and Carl Linnaeus, we explore how nature has become part of Swedish culture.

  6. Jul 6

    03. A Swedish Childhood

    What did growing up in Sweden look like before streaming and smartphones? We reflect on the classrooms that introduced a generation to learning, curiosity, and imagination, and revisit the iconic television programmes, from Bolibompa and Björnes Magasin to Fem myror är fler än fyra elefanter.

  7. Jul 5

    02. Living in Winter

    As winter settles across Sweden, we explore snowy schooldays, sportlov, Vasaloppet, and the childhood favorite Måns och Mari by Kaj Beckman.

  8. Jul 5

    01. The Last Sweetness of Winter

    Winter is beginning to loosen its grip. Join me as we explore semlor, the changing seasons and the enduring appeal of Carl Jonas Love Almqvist's Det går an, the first stop on our journey through Swedish life and culture.

  9. Jul 5

    A Love Letter to Sweden

    Welcome to Sweden. Through its seasons, stories, and traditions, Lake Light Radio offers a quiet journey into Swedish life; from forests and folklore to literature, history, and the everyday moments that make this country unique.

  10. Apr 28 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Episode: Stockholm Bloodbath and a Night at Häringe Slott

    From the streets of Gamla stan to a night at Häringe Slott, this episode explores some of Stockholm’s dark past. Alongside historical events, a personal experience brings the "castle ghosts" to life.

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About

Lake Light Radio is a journey through Swedish life and culture. Following the rhythm of the seasons, each episode explores history, traditions, literature, folklore, and everyday moments that have shaped Sweden. From Midsummer and fika to rune stones, childrens' television, summer houses and long winter evenings. Thoughtful, welcoming, and curious, it's an invitation to discover Sweden one conversation at a time.

Information

  • Creator
    Amanda H.S
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Amanda H.S
  • Show Website
    Lake Light Radio