Life in Norway Show

Life in Norway Show Episode 9: Living in Lofoten

Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode9

American photographer Cody Duncan gives us the lowdown on what life is really like in Lofoten, northern Norway.

Lofoten is one of the most popular bucket list destinations for travellers, but very few people actually live there. One of those lucky few is American photographer Cody Duncan, who makes a living leading photo tours, selling ebooks, and taking photos.

He joins the latest episode of the Life in Norway Show to talk all about life in Lofoten, the good and the bad. If you've ever dreamed of living in a remote yet beautiful part of Norway, this is a must-listen episode. For more on Lofoten, check out our Lofoten travel guide.

We talk about:

• Why Cody moved to Lofoten
• How it was for an American to get a self-employed work permit
• What makes Lofoten such a special place for photography
• The best ways to get to Lofoten
• The downsides of life in Lofoten
• The cost of living in a remote part of northern Norway
• Cody's recommended hikes and beaches

Links from the show:

• Cody's website: 68 North
• Cody's photo tours
• Lofoten photography eBooks

And to find out more about Whitney:

• Follow Cody on Twitter
• Follow Cody on Instagram

Life in Norway Show Episode 8: Norwegian Food

Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode8

Whitney Bredland Love from the Thanks for the Food blog is the latest guest on the Life in Norway Show.

Whitney talks to us about the interesting world of Norwegian food. We look at Norwegian cuisine from the perspective of living here, and some tips for visitors too. We also take a trip around Norway and hear about some of the regional specialities.

We talk about:

• Why Whitney decided to start a food blog
• A typical Norwegian diet and the daily eating routine
• The Norwegian tradition of boiled potatoes
• Whitney's favourite Norwegian dishes
• Recommendations for visitors
• Whitney's trip to Røros
• How shopping for food and groceries differs from the USA

Links from the show:

• Whitney's cookbook: Thanks for the Food
• Food safari in Røros

And to find out more about Whitney:

• Follow Whitney on Twitter
• Whitney's food blog: Thanks for the Food
• Whitney's cookbook: Thanks for the Food

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Life in Norway Show Episode 7: Living in Oslo

Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode7

Jason Moore from the Zero to Travel podcast is the latest guest on the Life in Norway Show. Jason talks to us about living in Norway's capital city, the differences from life in the United States, and his list of must-see places for travellers planning a trip to Oslo.

We talk about:

• Why Jason and his wife chose to live in Norway over the USA
• Jason's description of Oslo for a first-time visitor
• The biggest difference between Norway and an American state capital
• A typical day in the life of an Oslo resident
• The biggest challenges relocating to Oslo
• Jason's recommendations for what to see in Oslo
• The best value places to eat in the capital
• Jason's travels outside of Oslo, including his visit to Fjærland

Links from the show:

• Food hall in Oslo: Mathallen
• Vietnamese restaurant in Oslo: Lille Saigon
• Accommodation in Fjærland: Bøyum Camping
• Activities in Engerdal: Engerdal Fjellstyre
• Learn more about Engerdal: Femund Engerdal
• Support the Life in Norway Show on Patreon
• Moon Norway guidebook
• Living in Oslo

And to find out more about Jason:

• Follow Jason on Twitter
• Listen to Jason's travel podcast Zero to Travel
• Listen to Jason's location independent podcast Location Indie

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Life in Norway Show Episode 6: The Canadian Ambassador to Norway

Learn about the life of a modern diplomat as Artur Wilczynski joins the latest episode of the Life in Norway Show.

I'm pleased to welcome my first Canadian guest to the Life in Norway Show, but not just any Canadian. Artur Wilczynski moved to Norway in 2014 to take up the role of Canadian Ambassador to Norway. Since taking up the post, the Ambassador has travelled Norway extensively meeting Canadians living in Norway and talking to Norwegians about the country's relationship with Canada.

Get full show notes and links to everything we talk about at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode6

Life in Norway Show Episode 5: Living in Trondheim

Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode5

Five episodes into the podcast and I'm finally joined by a fellow Brit! I promise we don't talk about football and tea too much. Wil Lee-Wright moved to Norway eight years ago with his Norwegian wife.

He works as a freelance photographer and was instrumental in the creation of The List, Trondheim's English language print magazine.

We talk about:

• An introduction to Trondheim for those who've never been there
• Why Trondheim is a great place to live
• Why Wil started a print magazine in a small town in a digital age
• The successes and challenges of the magazine
• The downsides of life in Trondheim
• Recommended things to do and places to eat in Trondheim

Links from the show:

• The List magazine
• Wil's photography business
• Living in Trondheim
• Trondheim Travel Guide
• Mesob, the new Ethiopian restaurant Wil mentioned
• Support the Life in Norway Show on Patreon

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Life in Norway Show Episode 4: Working Culture in Norway

Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode4

Former US Marine Dave Smith joins the Life in Norway Show to talk about the differences between office life in the USA and Norway.

Back in 2014, Dave travelled to Trondheim with his Norwegian girlfriend in an attempt to find work and make a home for himself. Three years later, he's happily married, working as Head of Marketing for a rapidly growing startup, and has fully embraced the Norwegian lifestyle.

Although this is episode four, our conversation was actually the first one I recorded for the Life in Norway Show, so my thanks for Dave agreeing to the interview before the podcast even existed! I'm sure you'll agree he gives some great insights and advice for newcomers to the country.

We talk about:

• What Dave considers the biggest difference between working life in Norway and the USA
• The emphasis on family and what really matters in life
• Whether a tech startup can succeed in a country with a more relaxed approach to working life
• What to expect working in a Norwegian office
• Dave's top tips for finding a job in Norway
• If extra vacation days result in reduced productivity or not

Links from the show:

• Dave's original article on Working Culture in Norway
• The company where Dave works: Dogu
• Dave's podcast The Art of Sales
• Dave's article on the Downsides of Working in Norway
• Support the Life in Norway Show on Patreon

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Please consider supporting us from just $2 per month - that's less than the price of a simple black coffee here in Norway! Not only will your support guarantee the future of the show, supporters get access to exclusive Q&A podcasts where you can ask any question about Norway. You'll also get massive discounts on all eBooks we produce. Support the show here.

Life in Norway Show Episode 3: Raising a Child in Norway

Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode3

American expat Audrey Camp talks about the differences in childcare between the USA and Norway, and the challenges of having a baby in a foreign country.

Audrey Camp is a freelance writer and American expat living in Oslo, Norway with her husband and daughter. She received her MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University and her MA in British and American Literature from the University of Oslo. Her work has appeared in a variety of magazines, literary journals, and anthologies, and she is the co-author of Startup Guide Oslo and Startup Guide Vienna.

In March 2017, she was elected Chair of Democrats Abroad Norway, giving her a chance to stretch her progressive political muscles. Today, she teaches seminars in American Literature at the University of Oslo.

As I've never had a child in either the UK or Norway, I invited Audrey on the show to talk about the process of pregnancy, childcare, and raising a child in Norway. I learned so much from this episode, and I just know you're going to do the same!

In this episode you'll learn:

• What support a pregnant woman can expect in Norway
• The incredible young age at which children start kindergarten
• Why inner city Oslo is a great place to raise a child
• The differences in parental leave between the USA and Norway
• Audrey's favourite hangouts in the Norwegian capital

Moon Norway: This episode of the Life in Norway Show is proudly sponsored by the Moon Norway travel guidebook. Grab your copy now to help plan your ideal trip to Norway.

Useful links from the show:

• Audrey's website: http://audreycamp.com
• Mathallen food hall: https://mathallenoslo.no/en/
• Hendrix Ibsen coffee shop: http://hendrixibsen.rocks
• Follow Audrey on Twitter: https://twitter.com/audreycamp

Full show notes from the episode can be found at https://www.lifeinnorway.net/episode3

Life in Norway Show Episode 2: Life in Arctic Norway

German blogger Vanessa Brune talks about life in Tromsø, what she loved about the Norwegian Arctic, but why she chose to move on.

Vanessa moved to Norway for a Master's degree course in Indigenous studies, and soon fell in love with the place. She started her blog, Snow in Tromsø, to chronicle her adventures and share her travel tips with a wider audience.

But after several years in the Arctic, Vanessa has chosen to move with her boyfriend to a different part of Norway.

On this episode you'll learn:

• What's great about living in Arctic Norway
• The surprising amount of things to do in Tromsø
• The biggest downside of life in Tromsø
• Why Vanessa chose to leave, and where she now calls home
• How someone who doesn't like red meat or fish gets on in Norway!

This episode of the Life in Norway Show is proudly sponsored by the Moon Norway travel guidebook. Grab your copy now to help plan your ideal travel experience in Norway: http://norwaytraveller.com/moon

Useful links:

• Snow in Tromso: https://www.snowintromso.com
• How to get around in Northern Norway: https://www.snowintromso.com/blog/2016/10/visiting-northern-norway-how-to-get-around
• Vanessa's guidebook to Tromsø: https://www.snowintromso.com/guidebook-tromso

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On the first episode of the Life in Norway Show, French blogger Lorelou Desjardins joins David to talk about becoming an untintentional star in the Norwegian media, as well as publishing a book in her fourth language.

Show notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/podcast1

The Life in Norway Show provides an insider's view on Norway, in English. Join our host David Nikel, a British expat who has lived in Norway since 2011, as he interviews fellow foreigners about what life is really like in this part of Scandinavia.

Is Norway really the happiest country on earth? Let's find out!

Podcast Info: https://www.lifeinnorway.net