Interview with Ukraine's ambassador to Sweden, Part 2

This week we look back at the biggest news stories in Sweden in 2023, from quran burnings and a heightened terror threat to Nato wrangling, the King's jubilee, and new income requirements for work permit holders.Host Paul O’Mahony is joined for the review of the year by all our regular panelists: James Savage, Becky Waterton, Richard Orange and Emma Löfgren. Here are links to some of the stories we discuss:PoliticsThe 20 events that formed Sweden's political landscape in 2023NatoTurkey links Nato ratification of Sweden to F-16 fighter jet saleTerror threatWhat you need to know about Sweden's terror threatGang violence 'Our kids don't even live long enough to become adults'Salary threshold'We're losing the life we built in Sweden': Work permit holders dread uncertain futureKing's jubileeIN PICTURES: Swedes throng capital for royal jubilee Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 Joulu 202338min

In this week's episode: Christmas travel, birds attack giant straw goat, White Christmas dreams, rumours of a new political party, and what can immigrants do to increase their prospects of landing a job in Sweden? Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by The Local's James Savage and Becky Waterton, and we also have an interview with Amanda Herzog, an American marketing expert who runs a company offering courses to international job seekers.Here are links to some of the stories we discuss:Christmas travelWhat to be aware of when travelling in Sweden this ChristmasGävle goatSweden's Gävle goat is Christmas dinner for peckish birdsGOATWATCH: Here's how you can livestream Sweden's Christmas goatWeatherIs Sweden heading for a white Christmas?PoliticsWhat will happen in Swedish politics in 2024?Working in SwedenIf skilled foreigners can't find work, does Sweden have a talent shortage? Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 Joulu 202329min

This week: banks cut rates, the state of Sweden’s democracy, new Pisa rankings, how child refugees have integrated, the ex-Syrian banker behind a successful hummus restaurant, government counts cost of migration, compulsory courses for newcomers, Lucia, Nobel banquet.Host Paul O’Mahony is joined by The Local's James Savage and Emma Löfgren.Here are links to some of the stories we discuss:EconomyWhich Swedish banks now offer the cheapest mortgage rates?PoliticsIs Sweden sliding towards autocracy one year on from the election?LISTEN: Does Sweden's new coalition deal threaten basic rights?EducationSwedish students' maths and reading scores plunge in Pisa world rankingsImmigrationIN DATA: Why have so many of Sweden's Afghan child refugees got jobs?Syrian banker applied for 'over 2,000' jobs in Sweden before creating his ownSweden's government calls for investigation into cost of immigrationWhat do we know about plans to make a compulsory 'Sweden course' for immigrants?Saint LuciaWhat you need to know about celebrating Lucia in SwedenNobel banquetThe dinner that proves Sweden is anything but lagom Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16 Joulu 202325min

9 Joulu 202336min

This week: Jimmie Åkesson talks about demolishing mosques, the latest on the Tesla strike, Sweden’s Advent celebrations, solutions journalism, and why some criminologists think it’s time for Sweden to ditch zero tolerance on drugs.Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by The Local's Emma Lögren and Richard Orange.Here are links to some of the stories we discuss:Tesla strikeInside Sweden: How will the Tesla strike end?Tesla sues Swedish state agency over number plate blockageAdvent Julmys: How to get into the Christmas spirit like a SwedeSwedish word of the day: adventSolutions journalismSeven things we've learned about adding a solutions focus to reporting on migrationAs Europe comes out of lockdown, what lessons can be learned from Sweden?Drugs INTERVIEW: The past, present and future of Sweden's zero-tolerance drug policySweden DemocratsSweden Democrat leader calls for mosques to be demolishedWhy Sweden's far-right leader is showing his radical sideWhy the Sweden Democrats are still a far-right partyLISTEN: How the Sweden Democrats are flirting with the extreme rightARCHIVE: Islam 'Sweden's biggest threat': far-right leaderSwedish habitsHow to handle these 10 maddeningly Swedish passive-aggressive habits Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 Joulu 202331min

Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by The Local’s Becky Waterton and Richard Orange, and we also have an interview with Northern Lights tour operator Chad Blakley.___Sign up for IoT Talks 2023. Presented by Tele2 IoT___Here are links to some of the stories we discuss:Eurovision How to get tickets for Eurovision in MalmöHow much can I charge if I rent out my home on Airbnb in Sweden?Permanent residency EXPLAINED: What do we know about Sweden’s plans to withdraw permanent residency?Flat hierarchies OPINION: Why Sweden’s flat hierarchy can make people seem boringLife expectancy IN DATA: Why do people in Stockholm live the longest lives in Scandinavia?Northern Lights‘I found the American dream in Swedish Lapland’How to take the best pictures of the Northern LightsPoliticsLeft Party and Sweden Democrat congressesHow to take the best pictures of the Northern LightsCost of LivingSweden’s central bank leaves interest rate unchangedSwedish food prices 26 percent higher than two years ago – which items are worst affected?How much will life in Sweden cost you in 2024? Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

25 Marras 202332min

In this week's episode: practical Swedes, saying hej to strangers, dithering Liberals, Sweden awaits central bank decision, climate movement split over Greta Thunberg's Palestine support, how Swedish attitudes to Israel-Palestine have changed over the years. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by The Local’s Emma Löfgren and Richard Orange, and we also have an interview with the author and former ambassador Mathias Mossberg.Here are links to some of the stories we discuss:Fitting inTen signs you’re becoming more Swedish than the SwedesSaying hiSwedish city launches campaign to get locals to say ‘hi’PoliticsFamily in focus as Busch kicks off November congressesGreta ThunbergGreta Thunberg slammed over pro-Palestinian statements at climate rallyIsrael-Hamas warHow the Israel-Gaza attacks became party politics in Sweden Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Marras 202327min

This week on Sweden in Focus: TV history show provokes debate, far-right leader gives speech in Arabic, Sweden's media subsidy system explained, surviving November, and how a wave of international arrests is affect Sweden's gang conflict.Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by The Local’s James Savage and Becky Waterton, and we also have an interview with Expressen’s crime reporter Katrin Krantz.Here are links to some of the stories we discuss this week:History of Sweden OPINION: Why are racists in Sweden angry at history?ARCHIVE: Who were the first Scandinavians?Sweden Democrat speech OPINION: Åkesson’s speech may be in Arabic, but it’s for Swedish speakersSwedish media subsidies Mentioned at the end of this article: EXPLAINED: Swedish newspapers and how they workSwedish November survivalHow to love November in Sweden (no, seriously!)Baby, it’s mörv outside: Sweden’s 13th month is hereIs this Swedish Christmas trend the secret to happiness?Heartwarming story about Gothenburg’s public library goes viralGangsWho’s who in Sweden’s gang conflict? Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11 Marras 202330min