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The Arctic Circle Podcast

Arctic Circle
Climate Change
Arctic
Geopolitics
Arctic Council
Arctic Circle Assembly
Greenland
Russia
NATO
Indigenous Rights
International Cooperation
Indigenous Knowledge
Sustainable Development
Iceland
India
Renewable Energy
Indigenous Peoples
Arctic Region
Ukraine
Geopolitical Tensions
Arctic Circle Business Forum

The Arctic Circle Podcast brings together voices from the growing international community dedicated to the future of the Arctic and our planet. This podcast showcases a collection of inspiring and informative speeches, sessions, and dialogues from heads of state, government officials, ministers, parliamentarians, experts, scientists, entrepreneurs, business leaders, indigenous representatives, env... more

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Latest Episodes

How can the example of collaboration across Italian institutions and with international partners help strengthen Arctic policy and advance scientific cooperation in one of the world’s most critical regions?

Joining the conversation is Antonio Tajani... more

What contributions can non-Arctic states make to the Arctic region and to the people living in the North across science, innovation, diplomacy, and security?

Joining the conversation are:

• Volker Rachold, Head of the German Arctic Office, Alfred W... more

How is indigenous sovereignty articulated within national, regional, and international legal frameworks in the Arctic?

Joining the conversation are:

• Mona Fortier, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada

• Sara Olsvig,... more

Why is the Arctic gaining political relevance on the world stage? What threats and opportunities are consolidating and emerging, and how do Arctic dynamics interconnect with the rest of the world?

Joining the conversation are:

• Claude Véron-Révill... more

As interest in Arctic resources grows, so do the questions surrounding their extraction: who benefits, who bears the risks, and what are the security implications of opening the Arctic to mining?

Joining the conversation are:

• Rachael Lorna Johnst... more

What is the current status of indigenous rights and self-determination in the Arctic? And where must progress move faster, particularly when it comes to climate change and its devastating impact on indigenous communities?

Joining the conversation ar... more

How does the European Union position itself in the Arctic? And what is its role in keeping the region safe and stable, promoting international cooperation, and supporting sustainable and inclusive development?

Joining the conversation is Costas Kadi... more

Is geoengineering going to save the world or risk precipitating further climate crises by interfering with nature? And what international frameworks are needed to ensure it is both responsibly governed and genuinely useful?

Joining the conversation ... more

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Agostino Pinna
Italian envoy for the Arctic region, Ambassador
Italy
Episode: The Arctic Amid Global Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Fractures
Kenneth Höegh
Arctic Ambassador for the Kingdom of Denmark and Chair of the Senior Arctic Officials
Denmark
Episode: The Arctic Amid Global Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Fractures
Claude Véron-Réville
EU Special Envoy for Arctic Matters
European Union
Episode: The Arctic Amid Global Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Fractures
Andreas Østhagen
Research Director for Arctic and Ocean Politics at the Fridtjof Nansen Institute
Fridtjof Nansen Institute
Episode: The Arctic Amid Global Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Fractures
Rachael Lorna Johnstone
Professor at the University of Akureyri
University of Akureyri, Iceland
Episode: Time to Mine?
Anna Karlsdóttir
Associate Professor
University of Iceland
Episode: Time to Mine?
Gabriela Argüello
Associate Senior Lecturer
University of Gothenburg
Episode: Time to Mine?
Sara Olsvig
International Chair of the Inuit Circumpolar Council
Inuit Circumpolar Council
Episode: Arctic sovereignty in a New World Order
Jessica Veldstra
Executive Director of the Aleut International Association
Aleut International Association
Episode: Arctic sovereignty in a New World Order

Hosts

Michele Valensise
Host of the session, President of Istituto Affari Internazionali
Katrín Jakobsdóttir
Chair / moderator for Arctic dialogues and polar forums; former Prime Minister of Iceland
Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson
Moderator of Arctic Circle sessions; organizer for Arctic Circle events

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Arctic sovereignty in a New World Order
Q: What does independence mean in a world where alliances are essential?
Independence means having the right to self-determination while maintaining strategic alliances and partnerships to advance Arctic people's interests and protect their rights.
Global Cooperation in the World's Frozen Regions
Q: What will you actually use the data for once you've got it, and how will it inform policy or allocations?
The data would inform evidence-based policy and sustainable development, helping to align allocations with measurable needs and outcomes, ultimately making growth more participatory and sustainable.
The Arctic in Crisis?
Q: What role do you see for Finland in integrating Arctic issues into the EU's foreign and security policy and broad European strategy?
Finland advocates placing Arctic considerations at the core of European security planning, ensuring Arctic expertise informs EU strategy, and strengthening deterrence and defense in the High North within a multilateral, rules-based order.
The Arctic in Crisis?
Q: Can you share with us the thinking behind Finland's icebreaker cooperation with the United States and Canada, and whether this is a one-off arrangement or part of a broader strategic relation?
The icebreaker cooperation is rooted in Finland's long-standing partnerships across North America, built on a framework that began with an ice pact and has evolved into more concrete agreements to expand icebreaker capacity and collaboration, reflecting Finland's role as a dependable Arctic nation committed to shared security and practical blue-water outcomes.
Why the Arctic Has Become Central to American Security
Q: What does Greenland's self-determination mean for U.S. security strategy, and how does that affect assertions of protecting Greenland under a security framework?
It emphasizes that Greenland's sovereignty must be respected, and security policy should align with Greenland's choices while leveraging cooperation opportunities in science and defense.

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What is The Arctic Circle Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A forum-style series focused on Arctic geopolitics, governance, and sustainable development, with episodes weaving together high-level policymakers, Indigenous leaders, academics, and industry experts. Conversations frequently center on Arctic security, climate impacts, indigenous rights and self-determination, mineral governance, cross-border cooperation, and the role of international bodies in shaping policy. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on inclusive governance, data-driven policy, and balancing development with environmental stewardship, often anchored by prominent regional actors and international partners. The format tends toward multi-stakeholder dialogues that surface practical implications for governments, communities, and ... more

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2. Kenneth Höegh
3. Claude Véron-Réville
4. Andreas Østhagen
5. Rachael Lorna Johnstone
6. Anna Karlsdóttir
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