Lake Light Radio

11 - Stockholm Bloodbath and a Night at Häringe Slott

From the streets of Gamla stan to a night at Häringe Slott, this episode explores some of Stockholm’s dark past. Alongside historical events, a personal experience brings the "castle ghosts" to life.

10 - Castles and Kings

From medieval fortresses to royal palaces, this episode introduces a few of the many Swedish castles, such as Kalmar Slott and Gripsholms Slott, and the kings and queens who lived in them.

09 - From Påskägg to Påskkärring

Easter in Sweden is shaped by both tradition and memory, from candy-filled eggs and childhood treats to witches, folklore, and the foods that return each year. In this episode, we explore how old beliefs and everyday customs come together in a uniquely Swedish Easter.

08 - When the Cows Jump

This week we follow Swedish traditions like tipspromenad and kosläpp, and explore how everyday moments outdoors connect to older stories, folklore, and the way people have understood their surroundings for generations.

07 - Between Forest and Museum

In this episode, we move between forest and city, while exploring how Sweden preserves its past; from ancient woodlands to open-air museums like Skansen. Along the way, we reflect on architecture, cultural heritage, and how history is experienced not only through museums, but in everyday streets.