In this episode, we are joined by Dr Karin Nykvist, Associate Professor in Comparative Literature at Lund University and a freelance literary critic for the Swedish newspaper Sydsvenskan, where she has contributed book reviews for over 20 years and occasionally covered Nobel Prize announcements.

We explore the behind-the-scenes impact of Nobel announcement day on newsroom routines at Sydsvenskan, from rapid shifts in editorial priorities to the scramble for expert commentary. We also discuss why controversial laureates often dominate headlines more than beloved figures, unpacking the role of debate in amplifying literary discourse.