Episodes
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Bonfires, jesters, glass kings, pirate royals. Danish history is weirder than you think. Released for Sankt Hans—Denmark’s midsummer celebration of fire and folklore—this episode brings the heat with tales that blur the line between fact and legend. Comedian Adrian Mackinder joins Derek, Brooke, and Conrad to explore everything from a court jester fired by a funnier king, to Hans Christian Andersen’s fear of being buried alive. If you’re gathering around a fire tonight, this is the perfect episode to spark conversation—and maybe a little disbelief. Listen now.
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
YouTube
Derek Hartman:
IG: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YT: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
FB: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
IG: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Conrad Molden:
IG: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YT: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
FB: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
https://www.conradmolden.dk
Adrian Mackinder:
http://www.adrianmackinder.co.uk/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/adrianmackinder/
Book: Death and the Victorians
https://linktr.ee/deathandthevictorians
podcast: History For You:
https://open.spotify.com/show/6K2vBAjWoOcPmJUgEcRmxN
Adrian’s previous episode of WAYDID:
https://shows.acast.com/what-are-you-doing-in-denmark/episodes/adrian-mackinder
Ann Marie;s WAYDID episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/gh/podcast/83-the-danish-king-who-played-the-dating-game-of-thrones/id1704607322?i=1000693279405
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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Denmark consistently tops the world’s livability rankings—but what do those lists really tell you about life here? In this episode, Derek, Brooke, and Mike take a closer look at the glossy reports versus the everyday realities of living in Denmark. From healthcare hurdles to hidden costs and navigating local systems without a corporate package, they unpack what these rankings often miss. Along the way, they talk privilege, Paris Syndrome, and why your personal community matters more than any global index. Consider this the messy bits that don't fit into a neat list but are essential to understand before moving to a new country.
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
email: [email protected]
Watch these episodes on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Mike Walsh:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/phillymike999
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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🎧 Bikes. Buns. No Danish friends? Challenge accepted.
Brooke Fossey, The Nearly Danish Dame, moved to Denmark for a one-month vacation—and never went back. What followed was a full-blown reinvention: from running a bagel business out of a bike in Boston to becoming a cheerleader for awkward, honest language learning on Instagram. In our conversation, Brooke shares what it really takes to build a new life abroad—navigating motherhood, identity, and the Danish social scene, all while learning a language that everyone says you’ll never master. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to start over and still feel like yourself, this conversation is for you.
📢 Share This Episode:Take a screenshot of this episode and send it to friends who’ve made the move to Denmark (or are thinking about it) and.or post it on the socials!
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WAYDID Episodes Playlist👤 Derek Hartman
Instagram: @robetrottingYouTube: Robe TrottingTikTok: @robetrottingFacebook: Robe Trotting👤 Mike Walsh
Instagram: @phillymike999👤 Brooke Fossey – Guest
Instagram: @nearlydanishdame🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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What happens when visitors overstay their welcome or were never really welcome to begin with? In this episode, we’re diving into the messy, funny, and sometimes awkward world of hosting guests, especially when you live abroad. Whether it’s friends booking a “free hotel” or well-meaning others who blur the line between visiting and moving in, expats and locals alike will relate to this episode.
Oh, and this is our 100th episode recorded live at Copenhagen's Comedy Zoo with your host Derek Hartman and an illustrious panel voices living in Denmark:
British comedian Conrad Molden,American content creator Mike Walsh,American writer and creator Brooke Black,And Danish comedian Cecilie BauTogether, you'll get their stories of guests who have pushed boundaries (hopefully) without burning bridges. We also poll our audience to ask:
How long is too long for a houseguest?Do you ever feel obligated to say yes?And is bringing a bottle of wine really enough?🎟️ Tickets for our next live show at Copenhagen's Comedy Zoo on September 9th: https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
https://www.conradmolden.dk
Cecilie Bau:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cecilie_bau
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ceciliebau
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kateryna fled Ukraine when the war began, but that was only the beginning of her journey. Now living in Denmark, she’s rebuilding her life one punchline at a time. In this episode, she tells Derek, Conrad, and Brooke how comedy helped her cope with trauma, how it feels to perform stand-up in a new country, and what it means to create joy when the world feels broken.
If you’ve ever taken your safety for granted or wondered how art can help us survive the worst, this conversation will stay with you.
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
Share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
https://www.conradmolden.dk
Kat Attack (Kateryna):
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyberkatattack
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You’ve seen the Instagram photos and passed the crowds in Copenhagen, but how much do you really know about the Little Mermaid statue?
In this episode, Derek, Mike, and Conrad have a laugh-filled discussion about the strange history of Denmark’s most iconic statue. From her origins in a Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale to being commissioned by a Danish beer magnate, to her many beheadings and even a diplomatic detour to China — the Little Mermaid has seen it all.
Laugh along as the guys explore her controversies, vandalism, obscure trivia, and some outrageous one-star reviews of the statue. There are some big feelings in Denmark and beyond so if you're planning a trip to Copenhagen or just love weird cultural history, this episode is for you!
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected] and be a part of a future episode
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
email: [email protected]
Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
See Conrad Live: https://www.conradmolden.dk
Mike Walsh:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/phillymike999
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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When you live abroad, visiting your home country can be a whirlwind—especially when you only have a few days. In this episode, we answer a real listener dilemma: Danielle, who lives in Odense, went back to Toronto for a short trip and chose to spend all her time with family. She didn’t tell her friends she was in town, and now… they’re upset.
Derek and Conrad offer advice along with guests Dharshika Christopher and Abby Wambaugh to unpack the emotional politics of going home, how to navigate expectations from friends and family, and why you can’t be everything to everyone. If you’ve ever wrestled with guilt, time pressure, or hurt feelings when visiting home, this episode is for you.
Plus: tips for setting boundaries, avoiding drama, and keeping your friendships intact—even from across an ocean. And listen to Episodes 27 and 28 for deeper discussions on making friends in Denmark and why it may be different.
Need advice, have a question, or have a story to tell? Leave us a voice note ➡️ speakpipe.com/waydid
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
https://www.conradmolden.dk
Dharkshika Christopher:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dharshika.christopher
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DharshikaChristopherComedy
Abby Wambaugh:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbywambaugh
Help Hole Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/helpholepod/
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Moving to a new country is more than learning the language and eating new food—it’s a full-body, emotional rollercoaster. In this episode, your hosts Derek, Brooke, and Mike break down the 4 stages of culture shock and share personal stories from their lives in Denmark—the excitement, the frustration, the weird in-between moments, and finally… that moment when it all starts to click.
Whether you’re a newly arrived expat, thinking about relocating, or still trying to feel at home abroad, this episode is for you. You'll laugh, cringe, and maybe even recognize yourself in our stories. And we want to hear yours too!
📢 Use our SpeakPipe link to send us a voice note: When did you realize you were finally fitting in? Share your story and we'll compile them into a future episode ➡️ speakpipe.com/waydid
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
email: [email protected]
Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Mike Walsh:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/phillymike999
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode you'll get to know the brilliant Danish comedian Cecilie Bau, who also happens to be our special guest for our upcoming live show! She sits down with Brooke, Conrad, and Derek to talk about dating in Denmark, coming out, and how it's all just comedic inspiration. We also dive into her work as a mental health advocate and how the stigma and treatment of mental health has evolved in Denmark.
Cecilie’s stand-up is brutally honest, hilariously awkward, and deeply personal and you'll love getting to know her and why she "never really understood privacy". We talk about discovering your sexuality at a Christian Danish school, making comedy out of your most "interesting" dating moments, and why Cecilie has never regretted being too honest on stage. She also gives great advice for anyone moving to Denmark and navigating life in her native land.
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
Share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
https://www.conradmolden.dk
Cecilie Bau:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cecilie_bau
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ceciliebau
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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Ever wonder why there are so many common names in Denmark? In this episode, Derek, Brooke, and Conrad dive into Denmark’s strict baby naming laws - with plenty of laughs along the way from our friend Mathias Bach. From government-approved name lists to the historical reasons behind them, we break down what you can (and can’t) name your kid if you're raising them in Denmark. Plus, a few awkward personal stories about trying to navigate Danish names as a foreigner.
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
Share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
https://www.conradmolden.dk
Mathias Bach:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thiasbach/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thiasbach
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode, you'll learn all about the complicated world of learning Danish as a foreigner in Denmark with an update from Conrad, who’s currently prepping for the PD3 exam, and Mike, who recently passed PD2.
Derek explains what the difference is between the two tests (and why it matters), which one you need for permanent residency or citizenship, and whether those government-sponsored language courses are actually worth it.
We also get into the emotional rollercoaster of trying to snakke dansk—the awkward café orders, the sudden language-switching, and the eternal question: will I ever feel confident speaking this language?
Whether you're in the middle of Danish Module 3 or just wondering if you can get away with saying tak and smiling a lot, this one’s for you.
Even Danes get some honest advice on how to help and not hurt their friends and family in the process of learning Danish.
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
🗞️ Conrad's piece on learning Danish in the CPH Post
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
email: [email protected]
Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
See Conrad Live: https://www.conradmolden.dk
Mike Walsh:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/phillymike999
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode, we sit down with award-winning Danish creator Mathias Bach—TikToker of the Year, mastermind behind some of Denmark’s most viral videos, and former child YouTuber who once tried to shorten school days for everyone.
Brooke, Conrad, and Derek get Mathias's view on growing up in Denmark, what most foreigners really don’t understand about Danish culture, and how he balances humor with social commentary. We discuss the strange reality of being a creator in one of the smallest countries on the internet and what topics are best to poke at for a Danish sense of humor.
We take a serious turn discussing the polarization between Copenhagen and the rural parts of Denmark and where the divide could lead in the future.
Whether you’re an international living in Denmark or just fascinated by how the Danish sense of humor works, this episode is funny, honest, and full of surprises.
🎟️ Tickets for our LIVE SHOW on 6 May at Copenhagen's Comedy Zoo Get Tickets Here
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
https://www.conradmolden.dk
Mathias Bach:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thiasbach/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thiasbach
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What do Elvis Presley, Harry Potter, and McDonald’s all have in common? They’ve all taken legal swings at Denmark.
In this episode, Brooke brings Derek and Mike three wild tales of copyright lawsuits that landed in Danish courtrooms - from a replica Graceland in Jutland to a magical festival that had to lose a little Hogwarts to survive. Plus, a hot dog vendor who went toe-to-toe with a global fast food empire... and kind of won?
Danish creativity meets international IP law—what could go wrong?
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
email: [email protected]
Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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Denmark had an eventful week, and we’re breaking it all down! Brooke dives into the surprising but very Danish reason a popular band replaced their lead singer. Derek explores how Denmark is tackling rising groundwater caused by climate change. And Conrad shares a heartwarming (and extremely Danish) birthday tradition that caught him off guard.
Plus, we’re joined by friend of the show and your other favorite social media "mom" from Denmark, Mathias Bach, to give us the full Danish perspective on work-life balance, school customs, and how Denmark is handling climate change.
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
Share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
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Derek Hartman:
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
https://www.conradmolden.dk
Mathias Bach:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thiasbach/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thiasbach
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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In this episode, Derek, Brooke, and Conrad help a listener who’s considering a move by breaking down what she and her family should explore beyond the tourist hotspots. What will make the visit feel authentic and what everyday realities might surprise you?
Joining the conversation is Adrian MacKinder, writer, comedian, and friend of the show who made the leap to Denmark himself. Together, we share the must-visit spots that give a real sense of life in Copenhagen—both the good and the “you should probably know about this.”
Plus, Brooke and Conrad reflect on their experiences moving to Jutland, how life outside the capital differs, and what they’d recommend for families considering a move beyond Copenhagen. With different perspectives from big-city and small-town moves, this episode is your essential guide to experiencing Denmark like a local before making the big decision.
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
Share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
https://www.conradmolden.dk
Adrian Mackinder:
http://www.adrianmackinder.co.uk/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/adrian_mackinder
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
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🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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In this episode, Brooke, Conrad, and Derek are joined by friend of the show, Adrian MacKinder to discuss the week's news in Denmark. You'll hear a discussion on America's egg shortage and why the US asked Denmark to buy surplus egg shipments. This leads into a debate on the merit of Danes organizing a boycott of American goods - is it a shortsighted, a solution for change, or virtue signaling? In a positive story, we discuss the volunteer efforts to educate Danish seniors on cyber security and internet safety.
🗣️ If you have an experience you'd like to share or a question to pose to the show, you can leave your own voice note for us through this link: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
See Conrad Live: https://www.conradmolden.dk
Adrian Mackinder:
http://www.adrianmackinder.co.uk/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/adrian_mackinder
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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In this episode, we explore the difficulties of learning Danish through a listener message. Mei from Taiwan, and part of the WAYDID community, shares her frustrating experience learning Danish and being quizzed and mocked by Danish acquaintances on her progress. We discuss the demotivating forces that can plague foreigners learning Danish and the ways in which Danes are knowingly or unknowingly making it harder for international folks to learn the language.
Conrad, Brooke, and Derek break down their own experiences learning Danish and the specific influences from the Danes in their lives. And of course, a Dane weighs in to round out the panel as Steven Feraru shares his opinions and experiences with language and communicating with non-Danish speakers from the native perspective.
🗣️ If you have an experience you'd like to share or a question to pose to the show, you can leave your own voice note for us through this link: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected]
Please share our podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
King Carrot Tour Information: https://www.conradmolden.dk
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
Steven Feraru:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stevenferaru
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenferaru/
Steven's Cold Case Zero Game: https://bit.ly/4gimc3t
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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In this episode, Derek sits down with Nathalie Goldstein, CEO of MyExpatTaxes and an IRS Enrolled Agent, to break down everything Americans living abroad need to know about filing their U.S. taxes. Whether you're in Denmark, Austria, or anywhere else in the world, Uncle Sam still wants his cut—and ignoring it isn’t an option.
You'll find out:
💰 Do you actually have to file? (Spoiler: Probably.)
🏦 FBAR & FATCA: Why the U.S. tracks your foreign bank accounts.
🇩🇰 Taxes in Denmark vs. the U.S.: Do you have to pay twice?
🚪 Renouncing U.S. citizenship: Why record numbers of Americans are doing it—and the tax consequences.
😱 What if you haven’t filed in years? How to fix it before the IRS catches up.
If you're an American abroad, this episode is a must-listen - because taxes don’t stop at the border.
➡️ Use our link for 10% off tax preparation with My Expat Taxes
Join our FREE Tax Webinar on the 14th of March at 15:00 CET - you can email your questions ahead of time to [email protected] or send them via Speak Pipe
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark!
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Or listen via The Copenhagen Post: https://cphpost.dk/
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
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🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
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🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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This week, Annie, Briana, and Derek discuss the science behind friendship and how living in close proximity to good friends impacts your mental and physical health. According to numerous multi-generational studies, it's even the key to a longer life.
What does this mean for those of us who move to a new country and live away from our closest friends? As you may imagine, it can have a profound impact - so what can we do about it?
In this episode you'll hear about the ways that Annie and Briana are helping women to find those close friendships in a new environment. Derek also has the ladies blind-rank some famous female friends and friend groups, and Annie reveals why she once thought there were no paper towels in Denmark (until she made some friends).
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Or listen via The Copenhagen Post: https://cphpost.dk/
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Annie Samples:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/annieineventyrland
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@annieineventyrland
Briana Lykkegard:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brilykke
La Fem:
Website: https://stan.store/lafem
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lafem.cph
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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This week, Derek, Brooke, and Mike break down the most interesting headlines in Denmark. You'll learn why the Danish National Police are looking for an alternative to being on X aka Twitter and the beloved Dane that Elon Musk started a twitter fight with because his misinformation was corrected. On a lighter note, we discuss some of the recent zoo escapes in Denmark including the most recent zebra that went missing from a zoo in Jutland. Finally, we discuss the new law that allows shops to use audio surveillance on their employees and you, their customers. What could this mean for the future of retail workers and customers in Denmark?
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
email: [email protected]
Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Brooke Black:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust
🎙️ Upcoming Live Shows — What Are You Doing in Denmark? — Come Join Us! 🎉
🗓️ 9 August 2025, Odense Studenterhus
https://www.studenterhus.dk/facebook-event/live-podcast-what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-studenterhus-odense/
🗓️ 9 September 2025, Copenhagen Comedy Zoo
https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1298885
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