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The Scandinavian History Podcast

The Scandinavian History Podcast

Written by: Mikael Shainkman
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 A chronological journey through the history of Scandinavia from the last ice age to the dawn of the space age. Geographically, we cover the five modern Nordic countries of Denmark, Norway, Iceland, Sweden and Finland—as well as a few other bits and pieces here and there where it‘s relevant. Visit the SHP shop: bit.ly/podshpshop Make a donation: patreon.com/scandinavianhistoryCopyright 2020 All rights reserved. World
Episodes
  • 132 To the Eider!

    132 To the Eider!
    Apr 24 2026

    In March 1848, the new Danish government wanted a radical break from the previous way the Unitary State had been governed. But the politicians in Slesvig and Holstein weren’t onboard. They reacted by breaking with Copenhagen, declaring their own government. War was inevitable.
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    33 mins
  • 131 A Beloved Buffoon

    131 A Beloved Buffoon
    Apr 10 2026

    In 1848, Denmark faced uncertainty after king Christian VIII’s sudden death, just as political unrest started to spread across Europe. Would the inexperienced, and–frankly–incompetent, new king Frederik VII be able to handle the situation? Or would Denmark be swept up in the revolutionary chaos on the continent?
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    29 mins
  • 130 Hope Springs Eternal

    130 Hope Springs Eternal
    Mar 27 2026

    During the Golden Age, pressure mounted for political reforms in Denmark. The absolute monarchy was threatened by liberalism and nationalism, and the king feared that the smallest political reforms would start a process that would bring the whole kingdom down.
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    31 mins
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