#87 Bionic Shakira
The expat hosts of the podcast talk about vaccines, Swedish problems and murder house shopping.
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#86 Summertime tips
To close out the season before summer we offer some tips for those staying in or heading out of Sweden. By the way, Sweden is closed in July.
#85 For the Newbies
Julieta, of the Newbie Guide to Sweden, has probably heard every mistake we’ve all made after moving to Sweden. She talks to us about the online guide and about their new e-learning platform.
#83 The Return of Akash
Akash, originally from India, is back! Not just back on the podcast, but back in the country! A few weeks vacation turned into an unexpected year. But he’s been busy publishing a children’s book, so it was time well spent!
#82 – The Ultimate Guide to Umeå
Erik, from Umeå Today, and author of “The Umeå Handbook,” talks to us about all things Umeå!
#81 The Laundry Episode
Today we have a great conversation with Sibo, from Zimbabwe, about how some days you think you’re moving to Australia and you suddenly end up in Sweden. We also chat about camping, language, and of course – laundry time.
#80 Latest News, Breaking Stories and Ice Cream Tips
Journalist, broadcaster and brunch enthusiast Maddy, from the UK, talks to us about media culture, documentaries, and trying to shock Swedes with insane purchases. Spoiler alert: Can’t be done.
#79 Knives and Costco Rumors
Julian, from Winnipeg, talks to us about Småland, Costco rumors and what to bring when you move to another country.
#78 Happy Easter, Witches!
We bring in a Swede, Agnes, to answer our Easter questions like, “Why is the grocery store trying to sell me sticks with feathers?”
#77 Cash, Card or Gold?
We talk to Tamara, who just arrived 4 months ago. She’s lived in Bosnia, Libya, UK and Dubai! How does Sweden measure up?
#76 Short Sportlov Special
A quick check-in over the Swedish spring break/sport break holiday. What to do with kids when everything is closed? Eat ice cream, of course.
#75 Tips from the Concierge
Kiki, a hotel concierge in Stockholm, gives us some amazing tips on museums and food. We also learn why the food in Stockholm has gotten so much better in the past 10 years!
#74 What Does the Reindeer Say?
Today we talk with Hwa, from Taiwan, about Swedish eating culture, Bubble tea and reindeer. Also, spotlight on Luleå!
#71 Mexican Night of the Radishes
Shaena from Canada returns! We discuss goat betting, the meaning of 4H and shine a spotlight on Högbo.
#72 Zoom, Vitamin D and Goats
Once again, we are forced back on Zoom because of “viral events.” It’s the usual chat for December – take your vitamin D and the legend of the Gävlebocken.
#71 Scheduling Dinner in Advance
We talk to Andrés, from Argentina, who has spent half of his time in normal Sweden and half of his time in pandemic Sweden. We also talk work/life balance, basketball and as usual…pizza.
#70 You Must Have Vitamin D
We discuss the dark month of November, the sjuarmade ljusstaken and Black Friday. Also, Diego discovers that grits are not a Thanksgiving food.
#69 Finding Your Way
We speak to Patricia, from Venezuela, about finding your way in Swedish society with a spotlight on Umeå. We talk about everything from Day of the Dead to Zumba!
#68 Ingen reklam, tack
Today we talk about postal delays, movie theaters re-opening and aqueducts. We also shine a spotlight on Håverud.
#67 Coat Strategy
Mark, from Minneapolis, puts a spotlight on Vreta kloster, denying his involvement with thousand year old skeletons found there. We also ask, “Really, what’s up with Swedish pizza?”