Life in Norway Show

Life in Norway Show Episode 89: Friend of the show Lorelou Desjardins is back to talk about becoming a Norwegian citizen and her latest book, 'How To Be Norwegian'. Lorelou from 'A Frog in the Fjord' is always a popular guest on the show. As she’s just written and released a new book, it felt like the ideal time to invite her back to talk about all things Norwegian culture. We talk about her own journey to becoming a Norwegian citizen, and some of the cultural insights she shares in her new book, ‘How To Be Norwegian.’ Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/how-to-be-norwegian/ [https://www.lifeinnorway.net/how-to-be-norwegian/] Lorelou's Book: https://afroginthefjord.com/book-how-to-be-norwegian/ [https://afroginthefjord.com/book-how-to-be-norwegian/]

Life in Norway Show Episode 88: Artist Tania Winther joins the show to talk about the people and places of Trondheim and Trøndelag in central Norway, and what it's like growing up with a mix of cultures. Tania Winther is a multidisciplinary artist, poet, designer, and interior designer based in Norway. With a background that spans both science and the arts, she brings a unique perspective to her creative work, drawing inspiration from her training in biology and her passion for conservation. Tania's book, 'The Trønders: A Quirky Guide to Trondheim, Trønderland and Its People', is available now in selected bookstores in Norway, and online across the world. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/tania-winther-podcast/ [https://www.lifeinnorway.net/tania-winther-podcast/] Tania Winther: https://atelierwinther.no [https://atelierwinther.no]

Life in Norway Show Episode 87: Matthew Tolley of Cycle Norway joins the shows to talk about the joys of cycling in the Norwegian fjords and beyond, and how to plan your own cycling trip. Matthew Tolley moved to Norway in 2016, after, as so many Brits do, having met a Norwegian girl. He was no stranger to living abroad, having spent time in several countries previously. After falling in love with exploring the country on two wheels, he began publishing videos of his adventures on YouTube. He quickly built a loyal following because of successful videos like this one about cycling in Fjord Norway: https://youtu.be/om-NSynX0I8 [https://youtu.be/om-NSynX0I8] After building a loyal following for his videos on YouTube, he now runs Cycle Norway to share his passion for cycling with a community of others interested in planning cycling trips around Norway. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/cycling-in-norway-podcast/ [https://www.lifeinnorway.net/cycling-in-norway-podcast/] Cycle Norway: https://cyclenorway.com [https://cyclenorway.com]

Life in Norway Show Episode 86: Prismatic Pages has made a splash in its first year of operation as the only English language bookshop in Norway’s capital city. We chat to the owner. Originally from Seattle, Indigo Trigg-Hauger moved to Oslo in 2016, but that’s not when her Norwegian journey began. She grew up with a strong Norwegian influence as her mother had spent some time in Norway. Despite many people having a lifelong dream to open a bookstore, Indigo says that wasn't the case with her. She did, however, work in a bookstore for a year, a job she says was the best she'd had. The store is in what Indigo describes as an "off-the-beaten-path" part of the Grünerløkka neighbourhood, north of downtown Oslo. It sells both used and new books, with an emphasis on a cozy environment and personalised service. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/english-bookstore-in-oslo/ [https://www.lifeinnorway.net/english-bookstore-in-oslo/] Prismatic Pages: https://prismaticpages.com [https://prismaticpages.com]

Life in Norway Show Episode 85: From the US to Horton via South Sudan, Nyagoa’s story is a fascinating one. Today’s guest is Nyagoa William Nyuon, a U.S. citizen who spent much of her adult life working in South Sudan. She now lives in southeast Norway working in international relations, but also helps to run a charity focused on raising awareness of child marriages in South Sudan. We talk about South Sudan, her charity work, the move to Norway, and her first impressions of the culture. Niagua is also honest about what life is like for a black woman living in a small Norwegian town. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/south-sudan-african-culture/ [https://www.lifeinnorway.net/south-sudan-african-culture/] Catwalk to Freedom: http://www.catwalktofreedom.org [http://www.catwalktofreedom.org]