What Are You Doing in Denmark?

Comedian Ira Sylvester returns to WAYDID for a hilarious conversation about how to drive a Dane crazy. Derek and Ira break down some unwritten rules of social etiquette in Denmark that are often violated by unaware foreigners. Derek explains how his personal preferences have flipped while living in Denmark and that many of the rules he used to break are now dreadfully important to maintain. Ira gets deep and personal about the many facades that we put forth in life, including how the way we act in front of the Danes may be different than the way we act in front of our national kinfolk. In the process he also critiques Derek's podcast persona versus his out-of-studio persona using a dose of British nicety and the Danish directness.

This is part one of the discussion, make sure to follow the podcast to catch part 2 and help us grow the show by sharing it with a friend!

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Derek Hartman:

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Ira Sylvester:

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This episode continues the conversation with Lita and Helen, authors of Danish Humor: Sink or Swim. In the discussion, Derek learns more about the positive sides of Danish humor as Lita and Helen explain the ways in which humor can help us find camaraderie. No mater our culture, we all laugh and benefit from humor. The challenge for internationals living in Denmark is finding out how to interpret the humor they are surrounded by. Since Danes have the benefit of growing up with this humor, there is less of an adjustment, but our Danish friends and colleagues need to better understand how they are perceived. The responsibility is shared, and Lita and Helen do their best to teach us how to meet our obligations to one another in regards to humor in Denmark.

Order Danish Humor: Sink or Swim: https://bogshop.bod.dk/danish-humour-helen-dyrbye-9788743050193

Kindle: https://amzn.to/4dSIaJd

For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:

What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:

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Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

Derek Hartman:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting

Lita Lundquist

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lita-lundquist-1b9b1416

Helen Dyrbye

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-frances-pearce-dyrbye-b987865/

🎟️ Get tickets for Derek and Conrad's English Stand Up Comedy Show on 26th November ➡️ HERE

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

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Grab a cup of coffee and join Brooke, Conrad, and Derek for a discussion of the latest news stories out of Denmark. Brooke explains how AI was used in a recent study of Danish pigs to determine their mental health status. The results are fascinating and may surprise you! Derek explains the details of Copenhagen's potential bid for the 2036 Olympic Games including where the archery events would be held and whether or not the removable stadium would be made of LEGO. Conrad fills us all in on why Denmark's climate has recently reached tropical level and what that could mean in the next 10 years!

Along the way you'll laugh along with us as Brooke describes the sleeping pattern changes her and her husband have made, Derek gets caught mispronouncing LEGO and trying to cover it up, and Conrad becomes everyone's marriage counselor. You won't want to miss this episode and it will have you ready for small talk with your neighbors, colleagues, and whoever sits next to you on the bus today!

Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.

For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:

What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:

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Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

Derek Hartman:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting

Brooke Black:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust

Conrad Molden:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden 

Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden

See Conrad Live: https://www.conradmolden.dk

🎟️ Get tickets for Derek and Conrad's English Stand Up Comedy Show on 26th November ➡️ HERE

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

📢 Send your questions and/or comments.

voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid

email: [email protected]

👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.

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This week, Derek sits down with authors Lita Lundquist and Helen Dyrbye who literally wrote the book on Danish humor, one of the hardest things for foreigners in Denmark to learn. Derek gets feedback on how he handled an interaction with Danish colleagues early in his time living in Denmark. Lita and Helen share valuable insights into Danish culture when it comes to humor and how to navigate the direct nature of Danes. You'll learn what to avoid and how to handle Danish humor in your professional and personal life as well as the way people use humor to socialize you in Denmark.

Order Danish Humor: Sink or Swim: https://bogshop.bod.dk/danish-humour-helen-dyrbye-9788743050193

Kindle: https://amzn.to/4dSIaJd

For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:

What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod

Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

Derek Hartman:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting

🎟️ Get tickets for Derek and Conrad's English Stand Up Comedy Show on 26th November ➡️ HERE

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

📢 Send your questions and/or comments.

voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid

email: [email protected]

👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.

👀 More living in Denmark tips:

https://instagram.com/waydidpod

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In part 2 of Derek's interview with Claus Christensen, from the new DRTV series, Demenskoret, you will learn about the health benefits of singing and how studies are being done to measure the impact of singing and song on patients with dementia. Claus discusses the way that singing fosters community in Danish culture and how trust is a byproduct. You'll learn how the dementia choir selected songs and ways in which the arrangement and style of the each song brought out different emotions for the audience. Speaking of emotions, this interview will have you laughing, crying, and learning more about the ways in which you can reduce your risk of dementia and help those living with dementia in Denmark and beyond.

Additional resources for Dementia in Denmark: https://demensvenligtdanmark.dk/

Watch Demenskoret airing Tuesdays on DR or catch up online: https://www.dr.dk/drtv/saeson/demenskoret_465316

For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:

What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod

Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

Derek Hartman:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting

Claus Christensen:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clauschristensen

Website: https://www.clauschristensen.com/

🎟️ Get tickets for Derek and Conrad's English Stand Up Comedy Show on 26th November ➡️ HERE

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

📢 Send your questions and/or comments.

voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid

email: [email protected]

👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.

👀 More living in Denmark tips:

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This week Derek sits down with star of the new DR show, Demenskoret, Claus Christensen. With a long resume as a singer, songwriter, and choir director, Claus has taken on his most rewarding endeavour yet - leading a choir of patients living with dementia. You'll learn singing and song are such a big part of culture in Denmark. Claus also shares how they're important in human biology human biology and the science that inspired the dementia choir concept.

Claus shares how singing helped him overcome a childhood stutter and inspires him to lead others in song by being patient, curious, and kind. Throughout the interview, he opens up about the emotional journey he went through in the production of this standout new DR series. He shares the precautions and high standard of ethics that protected the choir members and their families behind the scenes. You'll even find out the unique way in which Claus selected songs for the choir to sing in preparation for his ambitious concert.

Watch Demenskoret airing Tuesdays on DR or catch up online: https://www.dr.dk/drtv/saeson/demenskoret_465316

For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:

What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod

Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

Derek Hartman:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting

Claus Christensen:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clauschristensen

Website: https://www.clauschristensen.com/

🎟️ Get tickets for Derek and Conrad's English Stand Up Comedy Show on 26th November ➡️ HERE

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

📢 Send your questions and/or comments.

voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid

email: [email protected]

👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.

👀 More living in Denmark tips:

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We welcome back Mike Walsh to explain the fascinating story of Denmark's newest land border with an unexpected neighbor – Canada! Mike takes us through the discovery and exploration of the remote Hans Island, a series of back-and-forth disputes between the two nations, and how a light-hearted "whiskey war" eventually resulted in the world's third-shortest land border. It's a wild story of history that is quintessentially Danish (and Canadian) passive-aggressive diplomacy. Mike and Derek cover this weirdly fascinating tale of geographical adventure through humor and unexpected facts that feel stranger than fiction.

Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.

For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:

What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast: 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod

Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

Derek Hartman: 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting

🎟️ Get tickets for Derek and Conrad's English Stand Up Comedy Show on 26th November ➡️ HERE

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

📢 Send your questions and/or comments.

voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid

email: [email protected]

👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.

👀 More living in Denmark tips:

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This week, Annie and Derek are joined by Brooke Black, an American mom who flew from Los Angeles to rural Denmark during the pandemic and never left. Brooke is married to a Dane and has spent years living as a cross-cultural family in the States, Jutland, and Copenhagen. Recently, she discussed the culture shocks around summer in Denmark with readers of Business Insider, and in this episode she expands on her article.

Brooke explains how she still struggles with fully unplugging from work during summer holiday, how time away from professional obligations shapes her family, and the adjustments she's made while adapting to a Danish lifestyle.

Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.

For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:

What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod

Watch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

Derek Hartman:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting

Annie Samples:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/annieineventyrland

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@annieineventyrland

Brooke Black:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjust

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust

Mentions:

Business Insider article: https://www.businessinsider.com/american-living-denmark-shares-differences-summer-break-families-2024-7

🎟️ Get tickets for Derek and Conrad's English Stand Up Comedy Show on 26th November ➡️ HERE

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

📢 Send your questions and/or comments.

voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid

email: [email protected]

👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.

👀 More living in Denmark tips:

https://instagram.com/waydidpod

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Conrad Molden joins Annie and Derek to taste-test some the recently-banned Buldak ramen noodles. The trio discuss "Noodle Gate" - Denmark's decision to restrict the sale of several Buldak noodle varieties in the Danish market while allowing15-year-old meat to hit the shelves of Danish grocery stores and permit unfettered indoor-smoking at many bars. What was the reason behind the noodle ban, and its quick reversal?

Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.

For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:

What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast: 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod

Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

Derek Hartman: 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting

Annie Samples:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/annieineventyrland 

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@annieineventyrland

Conrad Molden:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden 

Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden

ÆØÅ Tour Information: https://www.conradmolden.dk

🎟️ Get tickets for Derek and Conrad's English Stand Up Comedy Show on 26th November ➡️ HERE

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

📢 Send your questions and/or comments.

voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid

email: [email protected]

👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.

👀 More living in Denmark tips:

https://instagram.com/waydidpod

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This week we Annie and Derek are joined by Anna Gyetvai, a Hungarian-born, Denmark-based makeup artist and former fashion designer who's worked with top fashion brands and is gearing up for Copenhagen Fashion Week. She shares behind the scenes stories of working in the industry and the fashion show she worked that made her take two years off of Fashion Week.

In this episode, we’ll uncover:

• Behind the Scenes at Copenhagen Fashion Week: with insider details on what it’s like to be a makeup artist during one of the most anticipated fashion events of the year.
• Balancing Work and Family: Anna shares her journey of balancing a demanding career in the fashion industry with raising two kids in Denmark and how to navigate career changes as an international couple living in Denmark.
• Cultural Insights: How does a Hungarian artist find her groove in the Danish fashion scene and why Anna describes Hungarian and Danish fashion as the most opposite styles of any European countries.
• Style Secrets and Trends: Learn about the latest beauty trends in makeup and fashion straight from the runway.

Plus, Derek and Annie bring their unique style perspectives, with Annie being a fashion aficionado and Derek... usually wearing clothes. Whether you’re a fashion enthusiast, a working parent, or just looking for an entertaining and insightful listen, this episode has something for everyone.

Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.

For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:

What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast: 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod

Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

Derek Hartman: 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting

Annie Samples:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/annieineventyrland 

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@annieineventyrland

Anna Gyetvai:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfectly_by_anna

Anna's services and more: imperfectlybyanna.com

Mentioned:

Kilo Vintage: https://www.kilostore.dk/

🎟️ Get tickets for Derek and Conrad's English Stand Up Comedy Show on 26th November ➡️ HERE

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F

📢 Send your questions and/or comments.

voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid

email: [email protected]

👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast.

👀 More living in Denmark tips:

https://instagram.com/waydidpod

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