Deep North: Stories from Iceland is the official podcast of Iceland Review, the longest-running magazine presenting Iceland, in print since 1963. Deep North is a journey into Iceland, with in-depth interviews and coverage of art, business, politics, sports, history, nature, and more. Updated bi-weekly.
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Iceland News Review: Whale Hunting, Eruption in Reykjanes and More!
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, The Minister of Fisheries has allowed for fin whale hunting this year, but it remains unclear if any whaling will be done this summer at all. Join us Yelena explores this, and the week's other top stories, in this episode of Iceland News Review. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, eve…
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Fast Track: Mountain Biking in the Reykjadalur Valley
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Mountain biker and cycling guide Magne Kvam is an energetic guy with a grey beard and a sleek scalp. When he smiles, one of his cuspids protrudes endearingly. He describes himself as something of an oddball. “I’m probably very, very strange,” he confesses, while inspecting the ground below us prior to our descent. I had joined Magne in Reykjadalur …
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Iceland News Review: Baby Reindeer Rescue
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we'll tell you all about our new president, the ongoing eruption, a reindeer calf brought back from the brink, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, follow and subscribe so you don't miss a single epis…
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Iceland News Review: Reykjanes Erupts, Elections Tomorrow and More!
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we make a visit to the eruption area in Reykjanes, it's a dead heat in the presidential race, which ends tomorrow, debate over alcohol in stores heats up, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, follow a…
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Icelandic as a Weapon: Professor Emeritus Eiríkur Rögnvaldsson Talks Icelandic Language Preservation
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We sit down and talk with Eiríkur Rögnvaldsson, professor emeritus and frequent commentator on all things related to the Icelandic language, language learning, integration, and more. Read our recent feature interview with him here: https://www.icelandreview.com/magazine/icelandic-as-a-weapon/Por Iceland Review
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Iceland News Review: Will We Whale or Won't We?
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, there's a storm brewing around fin whale hunting, some new twists in the presidential race, one's man fight to keep his "awful" name, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, follow and subscribe so you d…
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Fílalag: Talking about Music with Snorri Helgason and Bergur Ebbi
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Fílalag is a radio show about music, and one of Iceland's oldest and most popular podcasts. In Fílalag, Bergur and Snorri analyze cultural phenomena through music music, trends in sound, and the spirit of the times. Iceland Review writer Ragnar Tómas sits down with Bergur and Snorri to find out more.…
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Iceland News Review: Catching the Solar Eclipse
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we bring you all you need to know about the upcoming total solar eclipse in Iceland, our highest ranking yet on the Rainbow Map, an adorable bird webcam you can watch, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to l…
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Chasing Ghosts: Watching Laufey at Harpa
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Every once in a while, an Icelandic musician or band will be picked up by foreign audiences in a big way. Björk and Sigur Rós made waves in establishing Iceland as a major music exporter, and Of Monsters and Men continues to be played worldwide. But one artist has the potential to go even bigger than any of these artists: Laufey. And certainly a bi…
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, a government plan to eliminate a deadly disease in sheep, an end to planned airport strikes, what the latest polls tell us about who our next president will be, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, fo…
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Keeping In Step: Traditional Icelandic Folk Dancing
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We sit down for a conversation with Atli Freyr Hjaltason, a young folklorist and folk dancer. In a nation known for its history and literature, dancing is a tradition that seems to have fallen by the wayside. We talk about why that is, and the future of these traditions. Read the feature article here: https://www.icelandreview.com/magazine/keeping-…
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Iceland News Review: Björk vs. Fishing Giants
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, a new twist in a daring daylight heist, Björk encourages opposition to a controversial fishing bill, keeping geese off the runway, a presidential elections record, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like,…
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Searching for Grettir: William Morris's Pilgrimage to Iceland
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William Morris, the Victorian poet perhaps known best for his interest in traditional crafts and revolutionary socialism, was also a keen scholar of the medieval north. He was also, in some sense, one of Iceland's first tourists. In the latest episode of Deep North, we talk about the sagas, language, and what drove a 19th-century Englishman to trav…
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Iceland News Review: Welcoming the Summer
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we have some great predictions for the summer, presidential elections reaching a fever pitch, questions over the fate of fin whales, and more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, follow and subscribe so you don't m…
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We take a look at the history of coffee culture in Iceland, and one of the newest coffee roasters in Iceland, located on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Read the article here: https://www.icelandreview.com/magazine/goodbye-to-the-grind/ If you enjoyed this episode of Deep North, please consider supporting our work by subscribing to the magazine at our w…
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Iceland News Review: New Names, a Controversial Law, and More
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we dig into a rocky start for the government, some intriguing findings following a controversial law, the return of an iconic bird and more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, follow and subscribe so you don't mis…
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To Thrive in Chaos: A Conversation with Joanna Pawlowska
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Iceland Review writer Andie Sophia Fontaine sits down with artist Joanna Pawlowska to talk about art, queerness, horses, and the Hamraborg Art Festival. Read the article here: https://www.icelandreview.com/magazine/to-thrive-in-chaos/ If you enjoyed this episode of Deep North, please consider supporting our work by subscribing to the magazine at ou…
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Iceland News Review: The Puffins Return, a Trip Into a Volcano, and More
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we delve into Iceland's new government; the return of Iceland's iconic puffins; a new attraction that could show you the inside of an active volcano, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, follow and su…
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Melting Hearts: Are the Ice Guys a Boy Band, a Gimmick, or Both?
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We take a look at the latest heart-melting supergroup from Iceland - the Ice Guys. Read the article at Iceland Review: https://www.icelandreview.com/magazine/melting-hearts/Por Iceland Review
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Iceland News Review: Presidential Elections Special Edition!
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we explore all the latest on who's running for President of Iceland, including one surprise candidate that might shake up the government. In addition, big changes at Geysir, plus weather, road conditions, and much more! Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context …
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White Sahara: Skiing In the Remote Icelandic Highland in the Heart of Winter
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We head out to new Highland Base at Kerlingarfjöll to find out, who, exactly, the Icelandic highland is for these days. - Follow Iceland Review for the latest news updates on Iceland: www.icelandreview.com/ - Support Iceland Review If you want to get the latest insights into Iceland’s culture, nature and community, you can become a subscriber to Ic…
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Iceland News Review: A Heist in Plain Sight
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we delve into a daring heist of tens of millions; a heated price war; a bird that changes the seasons; and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, follow and subscribe so you don't miss a single episode!…
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Last winter, Karítas Hrundar Pálsdóttir launched her first workbook to accompany the short stories in her debut, "Árstíðir". Árstíðir features stories in simple Icelandic for adult learners. So far, Karítas' three publications have been the Icelandic language learning materials many immigrants have longed for. A story about learning Icelandic an…
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Iceland News Review: A Powerful Volcanic Eruption and a Heated Presidential Race
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, the still-ongoing volcanic eruption on Reykjanes peninsula, a hotly contested presidential race, a bird's incredible return to East Iceland, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, follow and subscribe s…
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Many might know the story of how Iceland was affected by the Second World War, but the story of many Icelandic ex-Nazis remains untold. We take a look at the life of Björn Sv. Björnsson - an Icelander and member of the Waffen SS. Correction: In the discussion after the article, Björn Sv. Björnsson is mistakenly referred to as Sveinn Björn Sveinsson…
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Iceland News Review: Drama in the East and Joyful Reunions
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, political intrigue in the east of Iceland, the economy looking bright as wage agreements are signed, Palestinian families reunited at last, an effort to bring our folk tales home, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. …
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Online retail and COVID were supposed to have killed the shopping centre, but they're alive and well in Iceland. We take a look at the history of urban development in Reykjavík to find out why.Por Iceland Review
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Iceland News Review: Music in the Countryside, Saving Our Sheep
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, a very special music festival is coming your way, more Palestinians with Icelandic residence permits have been rescued from Gaza, possibly the largest police sting operation in Icelandic history, how we may save our sheep from scrapie, and much more. Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories…
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In early November, when it became clear that magma was collecting below Svartsengi, the government approved the building of lava barriers on the Reykjanes peninsula to protect crucial infrastructure. On January 14, not even four weeks after the last volcanic eruption – the earth began trembling again and opened up once more, this time just meters a…
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Iceland News Review: Eruption in Reykjanes Imminent
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, it may have already happened: yet another eruption in Reykjanes. If so, this will mark the fourth one since last December. What will this mean for visitors to Iceland, or moreover, the people of Grindavík? Also, an Icelandic company is set to take over the US market, a new app may save lives, a surprising num…
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We accompanied hunter Kristján Andri Einarsson on his annual quest for the bird, and talked to ornithologist Ólafur Nielsen and Áki Ármann Jónsson, president of the Icelandic Hunting Association, about the uncertain future of the rock ptarmigan in Iceland.Por Iceland Review
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Iceland News Review: To Move, Or Not To Move, Back To Grindavík
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, business leaders and union officials have some very different ideas about whether or not to move back to Grindavík, where earthquakes and eruptions have done substantial damage to the town--and are very likely not done with the town yet. Meanwhile, the Icelandic government is also pushing for new measures reg…
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In one of the world's happiest nations, why do people protest? We take a look at civil disobedience in Iceland and talk about the most recent demonstrations on Austurvöllur square.Por Iceland Review
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Iceland News Review: Iceland Much Smaller Than Previously Estimated
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we report on some happy news, as more Palestinians have been rescued from Gaza with the help of ordinary Icelandic citizens. The news comes as Foreign Ministry officials from Iceland are currently in Cairo meeting with Egyptian officials on how to rescue the remaining one hundred or so Icelandic residence per…
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Icelandic cuisine is famous - perhaps infamous - for its strong, fermented flavours. We take a look at Þorramatur, the fermented foods traditionally consumed during Iceland's midwinter festival, and ask: can it really be that bad?Por Iceland Review
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Iceland News Review: Three Icelandic Women Do What The Government Hasn't
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we bring you the story of how three Icelandic women took it upon themselves to begin rescuing Palestinians with Icelandic residence permits from Gaza--something the Icelandic government has said would be "complicated" and has still not yet taken action on--while fundraising efforts continue. We also bring you…
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A small town in South Iceland is trying to make the best of tourism.Por Iceland Review
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Iceland News Review: Counting Birds, Hunting Whales, Corruption And More!
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we report on some good news for disaster preparedness, how fin whale hunters and the government are at odds, corruption in Iceland, the annual bird count, and much more! Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stories, every week, with the context and background you need. Be sure to like, follow a…
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We take a deep dive into the history of Icelandic turf houses, and what's being done to preserve them.Por Iceland Review
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Iceland News Review: Help For Grindavík, AI, Eurovision And More!
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In this episode of Iceland News Review, we go in-depth on what assistance Grindavík residence will get, a bill that could greatly restrict the use of AI in Iceland, a controversial new twist in Iceland's possible participation in Eurovision, along with weather, road conditions, and much more! Iceland News Review brings you all of Iceland's top stor…
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The sinking of the Goðafoss was one of the deadliest days in Icelandic history. We take a look at the events of this tragic day and consider how Iceland was affected by the Second World War.Por Iceland Review
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Iceland Review News: Eruption Near Grindavík, Reykjavík's New Mayor, And More!
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In this episode of Iceland Review News, we go in-depth on last Sunday's eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula and what this could mean for the people of Grindavík. Can they ever return and if not, where will they live? How will the government help them? There's a lot of options on the table. Also, Reykjavík has a new mayor with an historic twist; goo…
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On Saturday, October 7, a tractor trundled through the streets of downtown Reykjavík with hundreds of protestors in tow. The procession was headed to Austurvöllur Square in front of Iceland’s Parliament for a demonstration. Several organisations – including Landvernd (the Icelandic Environment Association) and the Icelandic Wildlife Fund – had orga…
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We talk about the progress of language technology in Iceland and how tech is helping to shape the future of the language. For those interested, the online dictionary mentioned in the discussion can be found here: https://ordsifjabok.arnastofnun.is/Por Iceland Review
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We take a look at laufabrauð, a traditional Christmas delicacy, and the man keeping the custom alive. As noted in the discussion, listeners can find Haraldur's website here: https://handverkharaldar.is/index.php/en/ Note that this is the last episode of the year until we go on our holiday break. We will see you in the new year!…
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Close your eyes and picture Iceland. What comes to mind? A powerful waterfall streaming down a cliffside? Bluish icebergs floating in a glacier lagoon? A hulking jeep fording a highland river? Or maybe a steaming hot spring or a neighbourhood swimming pool? Whichever image is most evocative of Iceland for you, there’s one thing they all have in com…
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In this special episode, we break down the latest developments and give an overview of the situation on the Reykjanes peninsula. Since the time of recording, the banks have agreed to waive interest and indexation of mortgages for the next three months. For the latest on the situation, check out our coverage on icelandreview.is…
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A special episode today for Icelandic Language Day: we take a look at a fun 1973 piece from our archives, and talk about what it looks like to learn Icelandic today.Por Iceland Review
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The West Icelanders in Canada are the largest group of Icelanders outside of Iceland. We look at the history of the short-lived Icelandic colony in Manitoba, and the story of one Icelander in particular.Por Iceland Review
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As the tourism industry increasingly introduces English as a public language in Iceland, one programme in the Westfjords is trying to give the language a chance. Find more resources to learn Icelandic at our website: https://www.icelandreview.com/ask-ir/is-there-an-app-or-website-where-i-can-learn-icelandic/…
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