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  • 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 Denmark as a tourism destination, the impact of climate change on Denmark, as well as the recent trend of Germans opting to move across the border.

    Topics covered in today’s podcast:

    Festivals and Traditions in Denmark and beyond (00:57)Preparing for a mortgage loan meeting (11:47)International-friendly banks in Denmark (28:36)Investment into tourism promotion abroad (30:31)Summer in Denmark (33:24)Climate change and flood risks (36:52)Germans are moving to Denmark (37:55)

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

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  • 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 podcast:

    Introduction (00:08)The introduction of Epx, a new type of gymnasium education (01:35)STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) in Denmark (20:35)Cash payments are still a thing? (23:01)Switching banks will become easier in future (30:34)Inflation of food items in the past 2 years (38:35)Corporate Christmas gifts (44:26)Sauna and gym facilities (45:54)Home improvement dreams (47:46)Travelling (50:21)Wrapping up (53:05)


    ANNOUNCEMENT: We have just launched our 7th language support for the newsletter, which is now available in German.

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  • 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 culture on Danish society. The episode concludes with a discussion about the challenges of homeownership for young people in Denmark.

    Topics covered in today’s podcast:

    Proposed changes to legal alcohol limits (02:11)Growing inequality in Denmark (07:36)High cost of housing (23:06)Importance of vocational education (27:28)Impact of low fertility rates (38:37)

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

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  • 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 from the lens as an EU citizen, a non-EU citizen and internationals living in Denmark.

    Topics covered in today’s podcast includes:

    Euthanasia — should it be legalised in Denmark? (2:35)Rising… or freezing retirement age in Denmark? (11:00)New rules - manual transmission license even with an automatic driving test (35:50)Reducing unhealthy food and snacks in supermarkets (52:05)

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 - “Last Week in Denmark Association”How will your tax money be spent in 2024?Entrepreneurs should have the right to a business bank accountThe end of the 1000 DKK banknoteCash - too much bother to handle for small businesses? Moisturiser, perfume and other consumer goods

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 system400 million DKK allocated for strengthening psychiatry next yearDigital 'Stamp Clocks' for the employedChanges in the government - who are our three new ministers?Are you part of the top 1% of earners in Denmark?Sustainable purchasing to tackle climate change

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 industryTax time Stress and how to manage it Workplace gender inequality Nationwide cyberattacks and the risk to Denmark's electricityNew embassies coming to Moldova, Bosnia-Herzegovina and MalaysiaParticle filters for old diesel carsMajor volcanic eruption expected in Iceland

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 purchasing

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia.

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 below topics:

    Last Week in Denmark Referral campaign: WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED NEXT EPISODE The End of a Multi-Generational Political Dynasty Political Deep Dive - The good, the bad and the darn right frightening aspects of a career in politics Interest Rates & Banking in Denmark Oxygen Shortages Stifling the Supply of Fish

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia.

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 Financial Skills for EntrepreneursHow to make billions from potatoesSocial Dental CareBecome a heart runnerAbortion rightsOxygen depletion in Danish watersNATO Quantum tech center in Copenhagen

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia.

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 ParliamentTripartite negotiations for public employees salary increaseNorway's latest treasure hunting - sea bed miningExtraordinary drought aid for the farmers from the EUDanish bishop from Viborg as the president of the World Lutheran AssociationChanges for the Danish languageGuide for the screen timeThe liberal movement in DenmarkThe three languages of the kingdom

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia.

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 increaseInflation is stabilizingTax increase for people living in Frederiksberg1200 nurses from IranOfficial apology from the governmentYou can continue to buy cans without pant / deposit from the border storesHomeschooling is attracting Germans to Denmark360 million DKK for adult educationThe war against gangs intensifies Property assessments

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia.

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 municipality.

    Lasse joins Wizzi & Narcis during the deep dive segment for a discussion around strategies to make Denmark more international friendly and plans for public international schools.

    Topics covered include:

    International schoolsRecruitment of workers from Southern EuropeDenmark's campaign for the position of European Investment Bank presidentUkrainian refugees in work Electricity pricesFind out which company is now the most valuable in EuropeTackling loneliness amongst internationals

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia.

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 spacesThe end of the increased border controlDonation of F-16 warplanes to UkraineThe advent of independent schools in DenmarkThe expansion of BRICS75,000 hectars of untouched forestClimate tax on clothingFree public transport in AarhusReduced consumption of electricity and gas

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia.

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 borders300 million DKK for vocational schoolsWages and TaxesSupport for the ban on burning religious books in public spaceDanish population, fifth richest in the worldEurovision for the Artic regionsSocial media use in Denmark Legalising cannabis in GermanyLGBT+ rights, rainbow families, blood donations & the first drag school in Denmark

    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia.

    We are proud to open this episode with our new jingle and thank all those who donated to its creation. Our sound was composed by Jack Leatherbarrow from Wizmedia.

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.

  • 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 Gradeless Educational Experiment in Denmark A Free Postal Market in Denmark LGBT+ across Western and Eastern Europe


    and more...

    Produced by Wizmedia.

    The Last Week in Denmark podcast is now also available in both audio and video! And of course, you can always find the full newsletter here.

    Want to stay updated with our latest news and events? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or visit our website.