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Nordic Portraits

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Visual Arts
Sustainability
Figurative Painting
Danish Culture
Found Imagery
Mads Nørgaard
Scandinavian Artists
Female Representation In Art History
Louisiana Museum Of Modern Art
Moderna Museet
Collaboration
Climate Crisis
Menswear Fashion
Fashion Industry
Indie Music
Crunchy Frog Records
Snøhetta
Luleå
Photography
Gothenburg

Nordic Portraits is a series of one-on-one conversations with Scandinavian artists, exploring topics ranging from how they approach their craft through to their personal experiences with success, failure, collaborations, triumphs, disappointments, blowups and everything in between. Series One looks to explore Danish culture through the eyes of the nation's leading artists. Music by Nina Liv. Visua... more

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Jussi Adler-Olsen is a Danish author who rose to international prominence in 2007 with his thriller ‘Kvinden i buret’ or The Keeper of Lost Causes’ - the first instalment in the successful Department Q series, which has sold more than 30 million copi... more

Jussi Adler-Olsen is a Danish author who rose to international prominence in 2007 with his thriller ‘Kvinden i buret’ or The Keeper of Lost Causes’ - the first instalment in the successful Department Q series, which has sold more than 30 million copi... more

Apolonia Sokol is a French-Polish visual artist who grew up in Denmark before returning to Paris to establish herself as one of the leading voices of her generation in art today.  As the subject of Lea Glob’s 2022 Academy Award shortlisted documentar... more

Iben Hjejle is an actor of both screen and stage, who burst onto the international scene with her critically-acclaimed performance in Søren Kragh Jacobsen’s Dogme 95 classic Mifunes Sidste Sang as well as starring in Stephen Frear’s romantic comedy h... more

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Maya Malou Lusa
Collaborator on the project 'Girlification', known for her explorations of body positivity and sexuality
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Nina Persson
A musician and songwriter best known as the front woman for Swedish rock band The Cardigans, Nina has also collaborated with various artists and has a deep interest in creative expression.
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Episode: Nina Persson
Nikolaj Lie Kaas
Actor, writer, and director known for his performances in Danish cinema
Danish Film Industry
Episode: Nikolaj Lie Kaas
Jesper Reginal Petersen
Musician, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Crunchy Frog Records.
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Episode: Jesper "Yebo" Reginal
Sara-Vide Ericson
Visual artist known for large figurative oil paintings inspired by her northern Swedish environment.
Episode: Sara-Vide Ericson
Casper Christensen
Actor, comedian, filmmaker, and writer known for Danish comedy hits.
Episode: Casper Christensen
Emily Gernild
Visual artist known for her paintings that blend dreamlike elements with classical still life subjects.
Trapholt Museum of Modern Art
Episode: Emily Gernild
Anna Bjerger
Visual artist known for figurative painting, utilizing found images in her work.
Episode: Anna Bjerger

Host

Ben Catford
Host known for engaging one-on-one interviews with notable Scandinavian artists, exploring their creative journeys and personal insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • Terrific interview

    I stumbled across Kira Skov thanks to a music review in Politiken. That led me to her iTunes portfolio which is both unique and haunting, and by the way expansive in many senses. From there I wandered into the November 2020 Nordic Portraits podcast interview with her. It is a brilliant interview from perspectives of both the interviewed and the interviewer. An incredible artist’s life story is drawn out with disarmingly casual ease by an equally talented interviewer. It was my lucky night: ... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Wildfish Howard
    United States4 years ago

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The artistry and authenticity shared by guests resonate, with many noting the podcast introduces them to new and inspiring figures.
Many find the host's ability to connect personal stories with broader cultural themes particularly engaging.
Listeners appreciate the deep, insightful nature of the conversations with artists.

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Apple Podcasts
#31
Denmark/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#54
Finland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#158
Poland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#170
Norway/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#189
South Korea/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#205
Sweden/Arts/Visual Arts

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Jussi Adler-Olsen
Q: How much did success get in the way of your writing process?
Success was annoying at times as it required me to travel extensively, but it also introduced me to many important people.
Jussi Adler-Olsen
Q: What impression did that leave on you to hear your father at the age of 17 say, you can do whatever you want, you see, there's no judgment here?
Initially, I thought he was a little stupid being too easy, but later I respected him for that and passed his words to my son.
Bonus Ep - Jussi Adler-Olsen Returns
Q: What is your hope for the Netflix series?
Jussi hopes it will be the best crime thriller series ever made, recognizing it as a significant adaptation of his work.
Bonus Ep - Jussi Adler-Olsen Returns
Q: Given the hand you've been dealt recently with your own sickness, does it feel like that's been violated, that it's unjust?
Yes, Jussi feels it is unjust, particularly as it disrupts the retirement period he had hoped for.
Bonus Ep - Jussi Adler-Olsen Returns
Q: How did the first two diagnoses affect your outlook on life?
They were tough periods marked by serious illness but were also times of significant recognition and success for Jussi.

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This podcast features in-depth discussions with a variety of Scandinavian artists, focusing on their personal journeys and professional practices. The conversations explore a breadth of topics, including the impact of personal experiences on their work, the creative process, and the nuances of collaborating within the arts. The host skillfully navigates the complexities of their subjects' careers, drawing out tales of triumphs and challenges while highlighting the diverse landscape of Danish culture. Listeners can expect to gain insights into the artistic psyche and the societal influences that shape the creative community in Scandinavia, making it an enriching experience for anyone interested in the arts or cultural narratives.

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1. Maya Malou Lusa
2. Nina Persson
3. Nikolaj Lie Kaas
4. Jesper Reginal Petersen
5. Sara-Vide Ericson
6. Casper Christensen
7. Emily Gernild
8. Anna Bjerger

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