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128. 128 | Housing, Schools, and Jobs: Meet the Candidates Eager to Take on Copenhagen's Biggest Issues
39:57||Ep. 128This is our final episode talking to candidates for the 2025 local and regional council elections. This week, Derek sits down with Asbjørn Reissman from Social Democrats, Heidi Wang from Venstre, and Joanne Bywater from Liberal Alliance to discuss the biggest issues in Copenhagen's local elections.From schooling to housing prices, the candidates share their opinions and debate the issues, finding some common ground solutions in the process. You'll hear what's most important to the candidates, their parties, and why you should take an interest in this important election.60% of government decisions are decided at the local level in Denmark and you probably have the right to vote on who makes them. You can vote in the municipal and regional elections if you are a Danish citizen, a citizen of an EU country, a UK or Nordic citizen OR if you are from elsewhere but have lived in Denmark for 4+ years.Don't miss your chance to participate in democracy and vote in these Danish elections.Asbjørn Reissman:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsbjornReissmann/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asbjornreissmannCandidate Site: https://areissmann.dk/Heidi Wang: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heidiwangdk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidiwangdk/Candidate Site: https://heidiwang.dk/english-1.htmlJoanne Bywater:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Joanne-Bywater-Liberal-Alliance-100076228472231/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joannebywater_la/Candidae Site: https://la-kbh.dk/person/johanne-bywater/
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127. 127 | Addiction in Denmark: From a sense of disconnection to hope
30:23||Ep. 127Belonging, loneliness, and coping in Denmark. The line between belonging and losing yourself can be thin sometimes. That’s what Derek, Brooke and therapist and author guest Lucy Vittrup Christensen explore in this episode. Together they explore how the pressure to fit in, the loneliness of expat life, and Denmark’s open drinking and drug culture can blur the line between social habits and addiction. Lucy explains how addiction often grows from the same place as loneliness. a longing for connection, and why internationals may be more vulnerable when routines, roles, and identities shift abroad. If you’ve ever felt you were coping instead of connecting, this conversation offers perspective, honesty, and practical steps toward support.Lucy Vittrup Christensen (Guest)https://www.instagram.com/lucy_vittruphttps://www.facebook.com/lucy.vittrup.christensen/Derek Hartman: https://www.instagram.com/derekhartmandk https://youtube.com/c/robetrottinghttps://tiktok.com/@derekhartmandkwww.facebook.com/robetrottingBrooke Black:https://instagram.com/brookeblackjusthttps://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjustEpisode 116 | Denmark’s Drinking Culture: Shortcut or Stumbling Block?https://pod.link/1704607322/episode/NjhjZDE1NTcxNDZjZmQxYTY1ZjVmZGY1
126. 126 | How Denmark's International Residents Can Decide Local Election
36:28||Ep. 126In this episode, Derek sits down with Anders Storgaard from The Conservatives and member of the Frederiksberg Municipal Council, and Mads Hvid from The Socialist People’s Party (SF), who’s running for the Copenhagen Municipal Council. Together, they explore why internationals in Denmark should make their voices heard at the ballot box and how to decide where to put that vote.The conversation touches on the real political influence internationals already have in Denmark’s local politics, the issues that matter most in Copenhagen and Frederiksberg, and how getting involved locally can shape the communities we all share.Make your voice heard on 18 November across Denmark!➡️ Free Election Information via CPH Post: https://cphpost.dk/tag/election-2025/Mads HvidInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/m.hvid/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mhvid/Candidate Site: https://sf.dk/politiker/mads-hvid/Anders StorgaardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_storgaard1/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndersEStorgaard/Candidate Site: https://frederiksberg.konservative.dk/kommunalvalgskandidater1/anders-storgaard
125. 125 | Pandas on the Loose and Other Wild Zoo Scandals in Denmark
29:42||Ep. 125Behind the zoo cages lies something deeper. Denmark’s comfort with nature, death, and education sets it apart from much of the world and nowhere is that clearer than in its zoos. While other countries hide the realities of life and death, Denmark puts them on display, even for children. What shocks outsiders often feels completely normal to Danes, who see honesty and curiosity as essential to learning how the world works. In this episode, Derek, Brooke, and Conrad recap Denmark’s wildest zoo scandals and the culture that keeps them from being scandals at all.Derek Hartman: https://www.instagram.com/derekhartmandk https://youtube.com/c/robetrottinghttps://tiktok.com/@derekhartmandkwww.facebook.com/robetrottingBrooke Black:https://instagram.com/brookeblackjusthttps://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjustConrad Molden:https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedyhttps://youtube.com/c/conradmoldenhttps://tiktok.com/@conradmolden https://facebook.com/conradmoldenhttps://www.conradmolden.dk
124. 124 | Ghost Stories From Denmark's Most Haunted Castle (replay)
21:03||Ep. 124In this episode, we're revisiting the ghost stories of Dragsholm Slot, one of Europe's most haunted castles located right here in Denmark. From the crypt of 2024 spooky season you'll hear Derek share the tales of four different ghosts haunting the castle while paranormal skeptic, Mike, gives his thoughts and reactions. Whether or not you celebrate Halloween, you're in for a scary good time revisiting the haunted history of this Danish landmark.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:Derek Hartman: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derekhartmandkYouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrottingTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@derekhartmandkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrottingMike Walsh:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillymike999
123. 123 | Meet Finn Holschlek, Denmark's Youngest Candidate and a Voice for Change
29:04||Ep. 123In this episode, Derek interviews Finn Holschlek, Denmark's youngest candidate for local office at just 17 years old. Finn shares his journey from Austria to Denmark, his motivations for political involvement, and the importance of youth engagement in politics. The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities faced by young politicians, the impact of being a foreigner in Denmark, and the significance of addressing climate change and affordability in local governance. Finn emphasizes the need for inclusivity and integration, offering advice for other young internationals looking to get involved in politics.Finn Holschlek (guest):Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finn_h007/Candidate Site: https://nyheder.tv2.dk/kommunalvalg/kandidat/121725725Derek Hartman:Instagram: https://instagram.com/derekhartmandkYouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrottingTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@derekhartmandkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
122. 122 | Danish Friends, International Circles, and Feeling Anchored
27:59||Ep. 122Is making friends in Denmark really that hard? Derek and Mike dig into what friendship and belonging look like for internationals in Denmark, from the comfort of expat bubbles to the challenge of entering long-standing Danish circles. They explore whether you truly need Danish friends to feel at home, or just the right people to anchor you. It’s a thoughtful look at what it means to build real connection and real roots in Denmark.Derek Hartman:Instagram: https://instagram.com/derekhartmandkYouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrottingTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@derekhartmandkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrottingMike Walsh:Instagram: https://instagram.com/phillymike999