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	ABROADcast is culture. ABROADcast is society. ABROADcast is music. ABROADcast is international. ABROADcast is a broadcast. Studentradion's very own English radio show, ABROADcast features international RJs sharing news, culture, music and random insights from Sweden and around the world! Have a question you'd like to ask a Swede? Suggestions for topics to be discussed on our show? Interested in joining the ABROADcast team? Shoot us an email at Den här e-postadressen är skyddad från spambots, du måste ha Javascript aktiverat för att visa det ...or click on the pretty Facebook link right there and leave us a message on our page! Recently on ABROADcast... May 24, 2012: FINALE - Swedes Abroad For the last ABROADcast for what may be forever, we decided to turn our whole concept on its head. Instead of us foreigners talking about Swedes in their natural habitat, this final episode is about why Swedes go abroad and what they do while they are away from home. Whether they go abroad for love, for money, for education, or just to see the world, Swedes can be found everywhere doing all kinds of cool stuff. Listen and learn, one last time. 3 pm on Studentradion 98,9... It's been real! May 17, 2012: Swedish Neighbors We're not talking about those Swedes who you have lived with for several months and never once spoken with. We're talking Sweden's neighbors - that is to say Norway, Denmark, and even Finland. We attempt to define the concept of Scandinavia, looking at the relationships between these countries. We look at both the things they have in common and the things that set them apart. And of course we have a segment in honor of Norway's National Day (May 17!). April 26, 2012: Valborg in Uppsala LIVE at Forsfestivalen Valborg (and Kvalborg. and Skvalborg. and Finalborg) is upon us! ABROADcast gives you all you need to know to survive Valborg AND MORE. Tons of events, heaps of traditions, loads of fun! Broadcasted live from Forsfestivalen outside Ångströms. April 19, 2012: Citizen Swede ABROADcasts dedicates a whole episode to the memory of Sven Svensson, the most average, most typical Swede to ever have been born. Sven lived a common place life, never exceeding anyones expectations, yet never failing them either. Average life span, most common cause of death, he worked a regular job, had the average amount of children... I think you get the picture. The life of Sven Svensson illustrates what life is like in Sweden as lived by the majority of Swedes. April 5, 2012: Travel Oh, the places you can go in and around Sweden! ABROADcast gives you tips on Swedish journeys you experience whether you prefer to go by foot, by car, by train, by boat, and by plane. March 29, 2012: Captain Planet Sweden is reknowned for it's progressive environmental policies and vast natural landscapes. ABROADcast examines the Swedish attitude towards environmental sustainability and where Sweden stands in terms of protecting the planets natural ecosystems. March 22, 2012: Sports What kind of sports are played and watched by Swedes? Which sports are they most competitive in (besides skiing of course)? Listen to this episode of ABROADcast to find out how Swedes like to play. March 15, 2012: Rules What are the rules that govern students in Uppsala? ABROADcast gives you an overview of the laws and regulations you should be aware of, everything from plagiarism to how to lawfully ride a bike. March 8, 2012: The System This episode of ABROADcast is about alcohol consumption (and nonconsumption) and how this socially accepted drug influences Swedish culture. We have the story on Systembolaget, everything from its history to a first hand account from a cashier who works there. We compare facts and figures of drinking in Sweden and the rest of Europe. Why does Sweden have a monopoly on alcohol? How does Sweden compare to the rest of the world? Let's find out! February 23, 2012: Fashion Week No matter what you think about fashion, you make a statement about yourself by what you wear. ABROADcast looks at differnt aspects of fashion in Uppsala, comparing the styles of Ekonomikum and Engelska Parken, interviewing international students about their impressions, and discussing what Swedish style can say about the Swedish mentality. We even have a fashionista duo as guests! This is our fiercest episode yet. February 16, 2012: I <3 Sweden Love is all around us, but living in a foreign country it can sometimes be hard to find. This episode of ABROADcast examines intimate relations in Sweden, looking at everything from international and long distance relationships to one night stands. Are most Swedish students single? What kind of social norms govern a Swedish relationship? How do cultural barriers effect potential relationships between people from different countries? Love is in the air at Studentradion 98,9! February 9, 2012 : All hail the King (of Sweden)! Yes, Sweden has a Royal Family. Where do they come from? What is it that they do exactly? How do commoner Swedes perceive them? And why does Carl XVI Gustav wear such silly hats? We’ll answer these questions (and more!) while sipping a cup of tea. February 2, 2012: How to behave in Sweden ABROADcast goes on a hike through the vast jungle of Swedish social norms and etiquette. Did you ever feel confused by the arcane rules of Swedish behaviour? If so, join us on this epic journey during which we’ll discuss all the do’s, don’ts, taboos and social norms you’ll want to know before meeting your Swedish in-laws! Oh, and we’ll also teach you some Swedish swearwords, in case the meeting doesn’t go that well. January 26, 2012: 'You should eat or else you will die.' Food is important, even in Sweden. That is why ABROADcast decided to discuss different types of Swedish eatibles, everything from the hearty potato to the delicious blood pudding. We even got a celebrity chef all the way from the USA to do a little down home cooking right in our studio! Consumption of food and drink is highly encouraged during this show. January 19, 2012: Uppsala 101 ABROADcast welcomes in the new year with an introduction guide to Uppsala student life. We'll give you the ABC's of Swedish social customs, everything from fika to sexa (it's not what you think). We have the inside scoop on the student nations, and we'll even take you through a visit to Systembolaget. Välkommen hit! December 15, 2011: Music Brings Us Together For the last episode of ABROADcast of 2011, we thought we would take all you listeners on a musical journey to our homecountries. Taking off from Sweden, we'll fly on the wings of rhythm and harmony over to the USA where we will look at both the world of hiphop and a few outstanding solo artists. From there we will follow the roots of jazz to an unexpected place, India, where Suhani will show us what Indian music is really about. You can't talk India without talking the Old Empire, so we'll have a listen to some tunes from a few British songstrisses. Then it's down to Espana where Cristina will guide us in the ways of Spanish music. Continuing south, we will have a guest interview with an expert in African music. Finally, with satisfied ears and happy hearts, we will return back to Sweden to the sounds from a very special Swedish musician. Music is the language of our souls, each of us the world over! December 8, 2011: Holiday Spirit Sweden during the holidays can be described with many words (dark, cold, awful, boring, just to name a few). That's why it's so important for Swedes to celebrate the winter holidays as best they can with Advent, Lucia, and jul (Chirstmas). Everything is about lighting up the darkness and trying to make the best out of the hardest part of the year. ABROADcast discusses the traditional roots of these holidays as well as their meaning today. What does a Swede give another Swede for Christmas? What do you do on a Swedish Christmas Eve? Who is this lady with candles in her hair??? Listen and learn! December 1, 2011: IKEA You don't get much more Swedish than IKEA, everyone's go-to furniture store. We at ABROADcast will summarize how this Swedish company grew to an international phenomenon, analyze various IKEA commercials as seen in different countries, and even take a look at the dark side of this furniture supergiant. Everyone has something IKEA. Time to get the full story, straight from ABROADcast! November 24, 2011: Strategies for Tolerance This week, Studentradion 98,9 takes up issues surrounding migration, intolerance, and racism. ABROADcast will therefore be looking at the reality behind common misconceptions about immigration, summarize the situation in Sweden focusing on how one organization hopes to combat intolerence, and even draw some comparisons with how it is in Switzerland and other countries. Definitely worth a listen! November 17, 2011: Social Media Identities The ABROADcast crew takes on the world wide web in a program about how we identify ourselves through different social media. We'll give our wise advice on how to use social media effectively and what to think about before pushing the publish button. Discussion will circle around the relationship between our physical and virtual social lives, and we'll ponder about our online alter-egos. ABROADcast is on Facebook and we assume you are too, so stop by our page and leave your thoughts and questions! November 3, 2011: English around the world Lars, Cristina, Kyle, and Elina discuss (in English) how and why English came to be the world's lingua franca. We will also talk about our own experiences learning English, and we'll Ask a Swede about what kind of role English plays in Swedish society. We'll even play a game indentifying different English accents... Fun! All English speakers should listen! October 27, 2011: EDUCATION The program includes an overview of the Swedish university system, comparisons with university systems around the world, a closer look at the inner workings of the international/exchange student programs, and of course, clever and funny insights from the ABROADcast crew. PREMIER: October 20, 2011 Lars, Cristina, Suhani, Kyle, and David share their first impressions of Sweden and discuss the issues of integration and immigration. Listen to the show here (click on the ABROADcast folder under 'arkiv') Have a question you'd like to ask a Swede? Suggestions for topics to be discussed on our show? Interested in joining the ABROADcast team? Shoot us an email at Den här e-postadressen är skyddad från spambots, du måste ha Javascript aktiverat för att visa det ...or click on the pretty Facebook link below and leave us a message on our page!

ABROADcast is culture.
ABROADcast is society.
ABROADcast is music.
ABROADcast is international.

ABROADcast is a broadcast.

Studentradion's very own English radio show, ABROADcast features international RJs sharing news, culture, music and random insights from Sweden and around the world!

Have a question you'd like to ask a Swede? Suggestions for topics to be discussed on our show? Interested in joining the ABROADcast team? Shoot us an email at Den här e-postadressen är skyddad från spambots, du måste ha Javascript aktiverat för att visa det
...or click on the pretty Facebook link right there and leave us a message on our page!

Recently on ABROADcast...

May 24, 2012: FINALE - Swedes Abroad

For the last ABROADcast for what may be forever, we decided to turn our whole concept on its head. Instead of us foreigners talking about Swedes in their natural habitat, this final episode is about why Swedes go abroad and what they do while they are away from home. Whether they go abroad for love, for money, for education, or just to see the world, Swedes can be found everywhere doing all kinds of cool stuff. Listen and learn, one last time. 3 pm on Studentradion 98,9... It's been real!

May 17, 2012: Swedish Neighbors

We're not talking about those Swedes who you have lived with for several months and never once spoken with. We're talking Sweden's neighbors - that is to say Norway, Denmark, and even Finland. We attempt to define the concept of Scandinavia, looking at the relationships between these countries. We look at both the things they have in common and the things that set them apart. And of course we have a segment in honor of Norway's National Day (May 17!).

April 26, 2012: Valborg in Uppsala LIVE at Forsfestivalen

Valborg (and Kvalborg. and Skvalborg. and Finalborg) is upon us! ABROADcast gives you all you need to know to survive Valborg AND MORE. Tons of events, heaps of traditions, loads of fun! Broadcasted live from Forsfestivalen outside Ångströms.

April 19, 2012: Citizen Swede

ABROADcasts dedicates a whole episode to the memory of Sven Svensson, the most average, most typical Swede to ever have been born. Sven lived a common place life, never exceeding anyones expectations, yet never failing them either. Average life span, most common cause of death, he worked a regular job, had the average amount of children... I think you get the picture. The life of Sven Svensson illustrates what life is like in Sweden as lived by the majority of Swedes.

April 5, 2012: Travel

Oh, the places you can go in and around Sweden! ABROADcast gives you tips on Swedish journeys you experience whether you prefer to go by foot, by car, by train, by boat, and by plane.

March 29, 2012: Captain Planet

Sweden is reknowned for it's progressive environmental policies and vast natural landscapes. ABROADcast examines the Swedish attitude towards environmental sustainability and where Sweden stands in terms of protecting the planets natural ecosystems.

March 22, 2012: Sports

What kind of sports are played and watched by Swedes? Which sports are they most competitive in (besides skiing of course)? Listen to this episode of ABROADcast to find out how Swedes like to play.

March 15, 2012: Rules

What are the rules that govern students in Uppsala? ABROADcast gives you an overview of the laws and regulations you should be aware of, everything from plagiarism to how to lawfully ride a bike.

March 8, 2012: The System

This episode of ABROADcast is about alcohol consumption (and nonconsumption) and how this socially accepted drug influences Swedish culture. We have the story on Systembolaget, everything from its history to a first hand account from a cashier who works there. We compare facts and figures of drinking in Sweden and the rest of Europe. Why does Sweden have a monopoly on alcohol? How does Sweden compare to the rest of the world? Let's find out!

February 23, 2012: Fashion Week

No matter what you think about fashion, you make a statement about yourself by what you wear. ABROADcast looks at differnt aspects of fashion in Uppsala, comparing the styles of Ekonomikum and Engelska Parken, interviewing international students about their impressions, and discussing what Swedish style can say about the Swedish mentality. We even have a fashionista duo as guests! This is our fiercest episode yet.

February 16, 2012: I <3 Sweden

Love is all around us, but living in a foreign country it can sometimes be hard to find. This episode of ABROADcast examines intimate relations in Sweden, looking at everything from international and long distance relationships to one night stands. Are most Swedish students single? What kind of social norms govern a Swedish relationship? How do cultural barriers effect potential relationships between people from different countries? Love is in the air at Studentradion 98,9!

February 9, 2012 : All hail the King (of Sweden)!

Yes, Sweden has a Royal Family. Where do they come from? What is it that they do exactly? How do commoner Swedes perceive them? And why does Carl XVI Gustav wear such silly hats? We’ll answer these questions (and more!) while sipping a cup of tea.

February 2, 2012: How to behave in Sweden

ABROADcast goes on a hike through the vast jungle of Swedish social norms and etiquette. Did you ever feel confused by the arcane rules of Swedish behaviour? If so, join us on this epic journey during which we’ll discuss all the do’s, don’ts, taboos and social norms you’ll want to know before meeting your Swedish in-laws! Oh, and we’ll also teach you some Swedish swearwords, in case the meeting doesn’t go that well.

January 26, 2012: 'You should eat or else you will die.'

Food is important, even in Sweden. That is why ABROADcast decided to discuss different types of Swedish eatibles, everything from the hearty potato to the delicious blood pudding. We even got a celebrity chef all the way from the USA to do a little down home cooking right in our studio! Consumption of food and drink is highly encouraged during this show.

January 19, 2012: Uppsala 101

ABROADcast welcomes in the new year with an introduction guide to Uppsala student life. We'll give you the ABC's of Swedish social customs, everything from fika to sexa (it's not what you think). We have the inside scoop on the student nations, and we'll even take you through a visit to Systembolaget. Välkommen hit!

December 15, 2011: Music Brings Us Together

For the last episode of ABROADcast of 2011, we thought we would take all you listeners on a musical journey to our homecountries. Taking off from Sweden, we'll fly on the wings of rhythm and harmony over to the USA where we will look at both the world of hiphop and a few outstanding solo artists. From there we will follow the roots of jazz to an unexpected place, India, where Suhani will show us what Indian music is really about. You can't talk India without talking the Old Empire, so we'll have a listen to some tunes from a few British songstrisses. Then it's down to Espana where Cristina will guide us in the ways of Spanish music. Continuing south, we will have a guest interview with an expert in African music. Finally, with satisfied ears and happy hearts, we will return back to Sweden to the sounds from a very special Swedish musician. Music is the language of our souls, each of us the world over!

December 8, 2011: Holiday Spirit

Sweden during the holidays can be described with many words (dark, cold, awful, boring, just to name a few). That's why it's so important for Swedes to celebrate the winter holidays as best they can with Advent, Lucia, and jul (Chirstmas). Everything is about lighting up the darkness and trying to make the best out of the hardest part of the year. ABROADcast discusses the traditional roots of these holidays as well as their meaning today. What does a Swede give another Swede for Christmas? What do you do on a Swedish Christmas Eve? Who is this lady with candles in her hair??? Listen and learn!

December 1, 2011: IKEA

You don't get much more Swedish than IKEA, everyone's go-to furniture store. We at ABROADcast will summarize how this Swedish company grew to an international phenomenon, analyze various IKEA commercials as seen in different countries, and even take a look at the dark side of this furniture supergiant. Everyone has something IKEA. Time to get the full story, straight from ABROADcast!

November 24, 2011: Strategies for Tolerance

This week, Studentradion 98,9 takes up issues surrounding migration, intolerance, and racism. ABROADcast will therefore be looking at the reality behind common misconceptions about immigration, summarize the situation in Sweden focusing on how one organization hopes to combat intolerence, and even draw some comparisons with how it is in Switzerland and other countries. Definitely worth a listen!

November 17, 2011: Social Media Identities

The ABROADcast crew takes on the world wide web in a program about how we identify ourselves through different social media. We'll give our wise advice on how to use social media effectively and what to think about before pushing the publish button. Discussion will circle around the relationship between our physical and virtual social lives, and we'll ponder about our online alter-egos. ABROADcast is on Facebook and we assume you are too, so stop by our page and leave your thoughts and questions!

November 3, 2011: English around the world

Lars, Cristina, Kyle, and Elina discuss (in English) how and why English came to be the world's lingua franca. We will also talk about our own experiences learning English, and we'll Ask a Swede about what kind of role English plays in Swedish society. We'll even play a game indentifying different English accents... Fun! All English speakers should listen!

October 27, 2011: EDUCATION

The program includes an overview of the Swedish university system, comparisons with university systems around the world, a closer look at the inner workings of the international/exchange student programs, and of course, clever and funny insights from the ABROADcast crew.

PREMIER: October 20, 2011

Lars, Cristina, Suhani, Kyle, and David share their first impressions of Sweden and discuss the issues of integration and immigration.
Listen to the show here (click on the ABROADcast folder under 'arkiv')

Have a question you'd like to ask a Swede? Suggestions for topics to be discussed on our show? Interested in joining the ABROADcast team? Shoot us an email at Den här e-postadressen är skyddad från spambots, du måste ha Javascript aktiverat för att visa det
...or click on the pretty Facebook link below and leave us a message on our page!