Best Narcis George Matache Podcasts (2025)

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Social media addiction, Emergency shelters, Water shortages: LWID S3E19 32:21

2d ago32:21

32:21

Some of Denmark’s biggest challenges are just beneath the surface. This week on Last Week In Denmark, co-hosts Katie and Kalpita—both internationals making sense of life in Denmark—offer their personal take on three quiet but pressing issues: rising social media addiction, the state of emergency shelters, and a looming water shortage in Copenhagen …

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Mental health, Pension reform, Flight compensation : LWID S3E18 37:15

9d ago37:15

37:15

Denmark is making bold moves that could reshape life for every generation. This week on Last Week In Denmark, co-hosts Fionn and Kalpita—both internationals navigating Danish life—share their personal reflections on these changes from an outsider’s perspective. From free mental health care for young adults to raising the retirement age and rethinki…

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Teen tan ban, Property boom, Charity powerhouse: LWID S3E17 29:31

16d ago29:31

29:31

Who’s being protected in Denmark — and where do the cracks show? This week on Last Week In Denmark, co-hosts Narcis and Katie, both internationals living in Denmark, share their personal reflections on the week’s top stories: a teen tanning bed ban, soaring housing prices, and new charity giving data. More than just a news roundup, this episode off…

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Free startup protection, Support for low-income kids, Stricter residency rules: LWID S3E16 31:19

23d ago31:19

31:19

Who gets access to opportunity in Denmark — and who gets left out? It's a closer look at inclusion, exclusion, and who gets support — all seen through the eyes of internationals living in Denmark. This week on Last Week In Denmark, co-hosts Narcis and Kalpita share their personal takes on the week’s top stories: new restrictions on undocumented mig…

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Nukes, Scams, Wolves: LWID S3E15 30:02

30d ago30:02

30:02

This week on Last Week In Denmark, co-hosts Narcis and Golda explore how Denmark is responding to new threats and shifting trust — from national policy to personal security and local action. They unpack three standout stories: the country’s surprising return to nuclear power after 40 years, a rise in scams affecting 6% of the population in 2024, an…

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Abortion rights, Career gap, Hearing crisis: LWID S3E14 38:49

1M ago38:49

38:49

Denmark isn’t standing still — it’s taking bold steps to protect health, rights, and everyday life for its people. In this episode of Last Week in Denmark, Fionn and Katie share their viewpoints on the top 3 major news stories of the week: the expansion of abortion rights for teens and adults, new data on how motherhood continues to stall women’s c…

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Carbon inequality, Rent crisis, Sleep epidemic: LWID S3E13 31:02

1M ago31:02

31:02

How do invisible imbalances — in wealth, housing, and health — quietly shape our daily lives in Denmark? This week, Narcis and Golda explore that question through the lens of whether the ultra-wealthy should pay special carbon taxes, the sharp rise in company-owned rental properties and rents across the country, and the growing call for more public…

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Job Market Overhaul, Neighborly Trust, Solvej Balle & Win 4000 DKK: LWID S3E12 33:25

2M ago33:25

33:25

Kalpita and Fionn decode Denmark’s biggest employment reform in decades, weakening community ties and the benefits of good neighbor relations, Solvej Balle being shortlisted for the International Booker Prize, and share details about our latest referral campaign where you can win up to 4000 DKK. In this episode: Jobcenter reform (01:22) Making frie…

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#TheForgottenGold movement, US Tariffs & Insurance Loyalty Tax: LWID S3E11 32:00

2M ago32:00

32:00

Katie and Kalpita dive into the silent (but important) crisis facing highly skilled internationals in Denmark, a new wave of 20% US tariffs on EU goods, and why staying loyal to your insurance provider could be costing you more than you think. ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at [email protected]. 👀 Subscribe to the newsletter (avai…

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EU Digital Driver's License, Budget Savings & Rewriting Denmark's History: LWID S3E10 34:00

2M ago34:00

34:00

Narcis and Kalpita is gathered this week to discuss the new EU-wide digital driver's license, a surprising large budget surplus in 2024 (savings of 133B DKK), moves to preserve the danish language and a bronze stamp found in Tåsinge that may rewrite 5th-century Danish history. ❓ Have questions, ideas or feedback? Email us at [email protected]. 👀…

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Rural-Urban Tensions, International Voters Rights, Fresher Air in Denmark: LWID S3E9 36:55

2M ago36:55

36:55

Fionn and Kalpita get together this week to discuss the growing imbalance between urban and rural community development, the DF’s (Nationalist Conservative) controversial proposal to restrict voting rights to Danes only, and Denmark meeting its 2030 air quality targets ahead of time. In this episode: (02:14) Improvements in Danish air quality (13:2…

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Conscription Gender Equality, Greenland Independence, Part-Time Parents: LWID S3E8 43:10

3M ago43:10

43:10

Katie and Narcis reviews this week's top headlines including Denmark’s push for drafting women into the military from 2026, the shift of Greenlandic political powers after parliamentary elections, and a recent trend of young parents opting for part-time work to balance family demands. In this episode: (04:46) Women to be drafted into the military f…

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Beefing up the EU Military, Volunteering is Giving & Goodbye Snail Mail: LWID S3E7 28:41

3M ago28:41

28:41

Rearming defence forces is now an EU-wide focus to the tune of 6,000B DKK, volunteering is on the rise again in Denmark, and national mail delivery will change hands from PostNord to Dao in 2026. Golda continues at the helm this week, jointly with Kalpita to bring everyone bite sized news and upsized entertainment. In this episode: 00:41 – 6,000 bi…

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Phone Bans, US Products Boycott & Backlash Against Workfare Law: LWID S3E6 28:01

3M ago28:01

28:01

Denmark is looking into banning phones in schools, the Salling Group makes it easier for shoppers to identify European-made products amidst the US boycott movement, and a recent attempt to classify Danish adoptees born after 1968 as immigrants sparked backlash and a #ErJegStadigDansk movement. Katie and Golda are back to cover these hot topics of t…

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Defense Budget, Combat Against Racial Discrimination & GDP Growth: LWID S3E5 34:16

3M ago34:16

34:16

Denmark is prioritising national security with a 50B DKK increase in defense spending, the government unveils a 36-point action plan to combat racism and Novo Nordisk continues to drive Denmark's GDP contributing to the majority of the 3.6% growth we experienced last year. Please welcome back Fionn and Kalpita as this week’s co-hosts discussing the…

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Cryolite Mining, NATO Threats & Wins for (Industry) Workers: LWID S3E4 35:26

4M ago35:26

35:26

Hot on the heels of the Greenland debate, the new DR documentary on cryolite extraction is adding fuel to an already raging fire. Danish intelligence is sounding the alarm on a potential Russian offensive with weakening NATO ties. Industry workers secured some wins in a new agreement that saw increase in wages, as well as more flexibility in leave …

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Culling Wolves, Unlimited Parental Sick Days, Police Scandal: LWID S3E3 31:23

4M ago31:23

31:23

Controversial debates are rising on both the EU stage regarding wolf population control, and locally in Denmark as political parties are lobbying for an external investigation into the recent police scandal. Grassroots movement in an Aalborg organisation offering unlimited parental sick leave brings hope that we can have it all. Listen in as our fr…

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War Taxes, Declining Interest Rates, Improved Psychiatric Support: LWID S3E2 31:56

4M ago31:56

31:56

Say hello to Fionn, one of our new resident Irish co-hosts. This week, Fionn and Kalpita are joining forces to discuss both good news - interest rates continue to lower for aspiring homeowners and expansion of psychiatric support on the emergency hotline 112, and not so good news (i.e. increasing Denmark’s NATO contributions to 5%). In this episode…

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Childhood reading trends, Petty crime crackdown, New Co-hosts: LWID S3E1 34:27

4M ago34:27

34:27

We're back with a new format in season 3! Stay updated on the top issues that has happened in Denmark, and get to know our panel of co-hosts as they discuss them. This week Narcis sits with Kalpita, musing about petty crime punishments, rising prices of electric cars and the decline in passion for reading in Denmark. Dive right in: More about the n…

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LWID S2E7 | The effects of social media and drinking 32:17

6M ago32:17

32:17

After a hectic week of Romanian vote counting and office Christmas parties, Narcis and Arun got together on a late Tuesday evening to discuss this week's ongoings and the general geo-political landscape. Topics covered in today’s podcast: Narcis & Arun's updates on Romanian elections and Christmas parties (00:13) Thoughts on the Danish petition to …

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LWID S2E6 | The future of this podcast and thoughts on geopolitics 29:20

6M ago29:20

29:20

In this episode, our two hosts finally met up in Aalborg to discuss the ongoings in Denmark in person, for some unscripted thoughts on Aalborg, updates on LWID and the political landscape of Europe and North America in general. Topics covered in today’s podcast: The future of Last Week in Denmark (01:10) The upcoming Trump presidency, and what that…

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LWID S2E5 | "The only thing certain in life is death and taxes" 48:18

6M ago48:18

48:18

In this episode, we discussed Denmark gearing up to celebrate Christmas, our thoughts around taxes, and an international perspective on Danish culture when it comes to sports. Thoughts about municipal income tax... and hikes (04:00) Arun as the next Gentofte city councilman? (13:43) The (sports) hooligan culture in Denmark (18:53) Competitiveness i…

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LWID S2E4 | The Holiday Season is Upon Us 46:37

7M ago46:37

46:37

Apologies to our listeners for the slight delay in podcast episodes as we are still finding our footing to make this a weekly affair as we aspire it to be. In this episode, we discuss the holiday season and festivals like Halloween, Christmas and traditions from Arun's homeland India, the Danish government's increased investment into promoting Denm…

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LWID S2E3 | Back from Vacation 57:23

8M ago57:23

57:23

Welcome back folks! The LWID podcast returns after several weeks break while Arun was back home in India. In this episode, we discussed upcoming changes to the Danish education system, the state of STEM, cash and food inflation in Denmark, as well as Arun and Narcis' personal dreams for home improvement and travelling. Topics covered in today’s pod…

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LWID S2E2 | Cars, Houses, Education and the Future of Denmark 49:56

9M ago49:56

49:56

In this second episode, Arun and Narcis discuss various topics related to life in Denmark. Arun shares his excitement about passing his driving test. They chat about the new proposed changes to driving alcohol limits for and the potential impact on new drivers. They also touch on the growing inequality in Denmark and the influence of American cultu…

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LWID S2E1 | Introducing Arun, new YouTube channel, and this week's headlines 1:10:32

10M ago1:10:32

1:10:32

Welcome to the relaunch of Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. Introducing our new co-host Arun Prakash, who joins Narcis George Matache, the Founder of Last Week in Denmark to discuss this week’s newsletter headlines. The diverse backgrounds of our cohosts brings fresh perspectives for our podcast listeners, dissecting the topics and life fro…

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Reinout Bosch from Enhedslisten / Red-Green Alliance 4:49

12M ago4:49

4:49

Our reporter, Pratik Hariharan has interviewed Reinout Bosch from Enhedlisten. The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly n…

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Special Episode with Julius Schubring and Meghna Nijhawan 37:57

12M ago37:57

37:57

Audio of the Instagram Live episode with the EP candidate from Alternativet, Julius Schubring (the only non-Danish citizen running in Denmark) and Meghna Nijhawan, the Instagram lead from Last Week in Denmark. The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclus…

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Kathrine Richter from Volt 56:02

12M ago56:02

56:02

Kathrine Richter from Volt sat with us to talk about her party. 1:29 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Kathrine, what is Volt? 26:46 - Part II The Union ð��ªð��º 36:34 - ð��¯ EU Trivia 39:57 - Part III: The Citizen 45:01 - Part IV: The Identity 48:35 - ð��¡ Fact/Fiction Challenge 54:16 - Outro: Go Vote! Follow Kathrine on Twitter/X, Instagram! Being…

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Special Episode with Arun Prakash - A guide for non-Europeans 46:29

12M ago46:29

46:29

In this episode, Arun Prakash interviews Narcis George Matache about the upcoming European elections 2024. They discuss voting eligibility and process, the overview of the parties in Denmark, and the main themes of the European elections. The conversation also delves into the differences between Denmark and Sweden in terms of immigration and integr…

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Nicklas Verne from Konservative / Conservative People's Party 1:01:07

1y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Nicklas Verne from Konservative / Conservative People's Party sat with us to talk about his bid for the EU parliament. 1:03 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Nicklas? 17:23 - â�±ï¸�Yes/No Questions 20:18 - Part II The Union ð��ªð��º 33:05 - ð��¯ EU Trivia 38:21 - Part III: The Citizen 50:00 - Part IV: The Identity 56:48 - ð��¡ Fact/Fiction Challenge…

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Jonas Pullich from Venstre / Denmark's Liberal Party 36:50

1y ago36:50

36:50

Jonas Pullich from Venstre / Denmark's Liberal Party sat with us to talk about his bid for the EU parliament. 0:55 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Jonas ? 6:57 - â�±ï¸�Yes/No Questions 11:09 - Part II The Union ð��ªð��º 25:58 - Part III: The Citizen 33:55 - ð��¡ Fact/Fiction Challenge 36:07 - Outro: Go Vote! Follow Jonas on Twitter/X or Instagram!…

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Kira Marie Peter-Hansen from Socialistisk Folkeparti / The Green Left 47:42

1y ago47:42

47:42

Kira Marie Peter-Hansen from Socialistisk Folkeparti / The Green Left sat with us to talk about her bid for the EU parliament. 1:13 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Kira ? 6:15 -â�±ï¸�Yes/No Questions 11:27 - Part II The Union ð��ªð��º 25:50 - ð��¯ EU Trivia 28:47 - Part III: The Citizen 35:36 - Part IV: The Identity 41:24 - ð��¡ Fact/Fiction Chall…

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Christine 'Stine' Bosse from Moderaterne / The Moderates Party 53:10

1y ago53:10

53:10

Christine 'Stine' Bosse from _Moderaterne_ / The Moderates Party sat with us to talk about her bid for the EU parliament. 1:33 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Stine ? 16:23 -â�±ï¸�Yes/No Questions 20:42 - Part II The Union ð��ªð��º 32:30 - ð��¯ EU Trivia 37:23 - Part III: The Citizen 49:36 - ð��¡ Fact/Fiction Challenge 51:32 - Part IV: The Identit…

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Sigrid Friis Frederiksen from Radikale Venstre / The Social Liberal Party 46:52

1y ago46:52

46:52

Sigrid Friis Frederiksen from Radikale Venstre / The Social Liberal Party sat with us to talk about her bid for the EU parliament. 01:00 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Sigrid? 13:00 -â�±ï¸�10 yes/no questions 19:10 - Part II: The Union ð��ªð��º 30:00 - Part III: The Citizen and EU identity 40:20 -ð��¯The EU CHALLENGE Follow Sigrid on X/Twitter or…

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Jan Kristoffersen from Alternativet / The Green Party 1:01:40

1y ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Jan Kristoffersen sat with us to talk about his bid for the EU parliament. 09:00 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Jan? 21:20 -â�±ï¸�10 yes/no questions 23:00 - Part II: The Union ð��ªð��º 42:00 -ð��¡QUIZ TIME 44:20 - Part III: The Citizen 52:00 - ð��¢Question from people living in Denmark 55:00 - Part IV: The identity 57:20 -ð��¯The EU CHALLENGE Ca…

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LWID S1E12 | 05 December 2023 54:47

1+ y ago54:47

54:47

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist, Wizzi Magnussen, and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache, present this week's newsletter headlines, deep dive into some of the below topics and, this week, generally have a lovely chat about life in general! TOP TOPICS: Results of the survey - “…

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LWID S1E11 | 26 November 2023 40:02

1+ y ago40:02

40:02

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist, Wizzi Magnussen, and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache, present this week's newsletter headlines and deep dive into some of the below topics: 2.3 billion DKK extra for the justice system 400 million DKK allocated for strengthening psychiatry n…

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LWID S1E10 | 19 November 2023 46:08

1+ y ago46:08

46:08

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist, Wizzi Magnussen, and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache, present this week's newsletter headlines and deep dive into some of the below topics: Saving Denmark's movie industry Tax time Stress and how to manage it Workplace gender inequality Nati…

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LWID S1E9 | 12 November 2023 36:34

1+ y ago36:34

36:34

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist, Wizzi Magnussen, and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache, present this week's newsletter headlines and deep dive into some of the below topics: CCTV Privacy vs safety Healthcare in Denmark Taxes Freedom Inflation vs deflation Sustainable purchas…

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LWID S1E8 | 29 October 2023 36:04

1+ y ago36:04

36:04

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache, express their joy at getting back in front of the mics after a three week, sickness-induced, hiatus. Listen to the duo settle back into the flow with a few off-the-cuff discussions on the b…

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LWID S1E7 | 01 October 2023 32:32

1+ y ago32:32

32:32

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political overview and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: Referral campaign AMIS International Club Essential Financ…

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LWID S1E6 | 24 September 2023 26:36

1+ y ago26:36

26:36

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: The first citizen assembly in Denmark - Copenhagen Parliament …

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LWID S1E5 | 17 September 2023 30:00

1+ y ago30:00

30:00

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: Interest rate increase Inflation is stabilizing Tax increase f…

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LWID S1E4 | Special guest: Lasse Frimand Jensen, Mayor of Aalborg 27:09

1+ y ago27:09

27:09

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive... This week we are excited to present our first guest on the show, Lasse Frimand Jensen, Mayor of Aalborg municipali…

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LWID S1E3 | 27 August 2023 32:02

2y ago32:02

32:02

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: Ban on burning religious books in public spaces The end of the…

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LWID S1E2 | 20 August 2023 30:42

2y ago30:42

30:42

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen and Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache present this week's newsletter headlines, a political over and deep dive into some of the below topics. Topics covered include: Legality of the Danish borders 300 million DKK for vocational …

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First episode of the Last Week in Denmark (LWID) podcast 28:37

2y ago28:37

28:37

Welcome to Last Week in Denmark's official podcast. In this very first episode, hear Journalist Wizzi Magnussen chat to Founder of Last Week in Denmark, Narcis George Matache about this week's newsletter headlines and what the people of Denmark have been talking about. Topics covered include: Flag Freedom in Denmark Nordic Dietary Guidelines A Grad…

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