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S1 Ep 47#47 Almstriden

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jonathan teaches Erik about a 1971 protest of the removal of 13 Scots Elm trees from Kungsträdgården in Stockholm.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 26, 202230 min

S1 Ep 46#46 Birgit Nilsson

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I veckans avsnitt berättar Erik för Jonathan om Sveriges mest berömda operasångerska Birgit Nilsson. Vi följer hennes resa från Västra Karup till att sjunga på de största operascenerna i världen och bli en av de största operasångerskorna genom tiderna!Glöm inte att stötta oss på Patreon om du gillar podden!https://www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 19, 202239 min

S1 Ep 45#45 Viking Religion

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jonathan goes way back to the 800s and how the Viking Age shaped Scandanavia and Europe as a whole, then took on a change in religion that would redefine an era.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 202239 min

S1 Ep 44#44 Evert Taube

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I det här avsnittet berättar Erik för Jonathan om författaren och vislegenden Evert Taube! Allt från barndomen på fyrvaktarön till argwntina och Gröna Lund hinns med. + Batman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 5, 202249 min

S1 Ep 43#43 August Strindberg

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jonathan details the life of the famed author August Strindberg. Erik knows of Strindberg, but he got to know him a lot better during this recording. There's childhood trauma, scandals, alcoholism, misogyny and much more in the tale of Mr. Strindberg. Listen in for all of the juice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 28, 202246 min

S1 Ep 42#42 Cecilia Vasa

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I detta avsnitt berättar Erik för Jonathan om Gustav Vasas stökiga dotter Cecilia som alltid gick sin egen väg och inte betedde sig som sina systrar för fem öre!Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 202249 min

#41 The First Black Man in Sweden (with Schif Musarra)

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.Schif Musarra joins us to teach us all about Adolf Ludvig Gustav Fredrik Albert Badin, a gift to the queen that was also a human being. This Black guy hung out with royalty and lived a remarkable life. Sit back and laugh as Schif details the life of Badin and Jon and Erik make jokes (and rap?).Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 14, 202237 min

S1 Ep 40#40 Rösträtt

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.Denna vecka berättar Erik för Jonathan om hur det gick till när Sverige fick allmän rösträtt! Resan från 1400-talet, via 1866 fram till valet 1921 och allt som följde även efter det för att alla ska få sin röst hörd i detta avlånga land!Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 7, 202241 min

S1 Ep 39#39 Linköpings Blodbad

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.Jonathan teaches Erik about Sweden's own Succession drama with many more lives lost as the two explore Linköpings Blodbad.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 202245 min

S1 Ep 38#38 Kräftskiva

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I det här avsnittet berättar Erik historien om den svenska kräftskivan. Uppkomst, traditioner, kräftsorter, pest och nubbe. Allt i ett avsnitt!Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 24, 202236 min

S1 Ep 37#37 The Lottery in Sweden

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.Most of us have done a Triss scratch-off, but where did it all begin? What did the government think about it? When did they create age limits? What other versions of lottery were popular? Jonathan got to the bottom of it and taught Erik all about the origins of the lottery in Sweden. Get ready to laugh while you learn! Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 17, 202238 min

S1 Ep 36#36 Carl Michael Bellman

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I detta avsnitt berättar Erik för Jonathan om diktaren och skalden Carl Michael Bellman. Vad tyckte kungen om Bellman och hur hade "gamla" Kalle det med ekonomin egentligen? Det och mycket mer i dagens avsnitt!Support this podcast at patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 10, 202249 min

S1 Ep 35#35 Drottning Kristina

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.Jonathan follows up Erik's Greta Garbo lesson with a lesson about a character famously played by Greta Garbo. Yes, it's time to learn about Drottning Kristina! She was a young queen that was raised to rule, then famously abdicated her throne. Listen in to find out what happened to people that crossed this masculine woman that despised marriage in another hilarious episode of Teach Me Sweden. Enjoy!Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 4, 202254 min

S1 Ep 34#34 Greta Garbo

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.Denna vecka berättar Erik för Jonathan om legenden Greta Garbo som skulle börja som butiksbiträde och hamna mitt i Hollywoods tidiga glansdagar. Från stumfilm till ljudfilm förblir hon en av tidernas största filmstjärnor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 28, 202242 min

S1 Ep 33#33 Potatis

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jon teaches Erik about the history of potatoes in Sweden. You'll learn about the original use of this Peruvian night treasure when they came to Uppsala and how the government pushed to get Swedes to trust this root vegetable enough to eat it. Will the Swedes start eating it before it's too late? What will it take for the Swedes to really start to appreciate the potato? Listen in and laugh while you learn.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 21, 202236 min

S1 Ep 32#32 Gustav IV Adolf

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I veckans avsnitt berättar Erik för Jonathan om Gustav IV Adolf. Sonen till kungen Gustav III (eller stallmästare Munch?). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 14, 202235 min

S1 Ep 31#31 Fredrika Bremer

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jon teaches Erik about writer Fredrika Bremer. A trailblazing figure, Fredrika wrote about people dealing with everyday issues. She went from writing anonymously to being world-renowned and traveling throughout different regions to learn about the world. Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 6, 202240 min

S1 Ep 30#30 Systembolaget

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Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I veckans avsnitt berättar Erik för Jonathan om hur vårt fantastiska alkohol-monopol blev till! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 202242 min

Erik's Vårtermins-Quiz

Jonathan quizzes Erik on all of the Swedish he's taught him thus far. Did Erik retain any knowledge? Has Jonathan been a good teacher? Did Jonathan make his questions too hard? Too easy? All will be revealed in this special episode of Teach Me Sweden.Enjoy the rest of this podcast (and much more cool stuff) by supporting us at patreon.com/teachmesweden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 202214 min

Jonathan's Vårtermins-Quiz

Erik quizzes Jonathan on all of the Swedish he's taught him thus far. Did Jonathan retain any knowledge? Has Erik been a good teacher? Is Erik too nice to tell Jonathan how bad he's really doing on this quiz? All will be revealed in this special episode of Teach Me Sweden.Enjoy the rest of this podcast (and much more cool stuff) by supporting us at patreon.com/teachmesweden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 15, 202211 min

S1 Ep 29#29 Jonas Falk

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jon teaches Erik about Jonas Falk, a man who felt for years that he could change his life for the better if he pulled off the simple task of robbing the postman. You'll learn about how hard times, prison life under life-threatening circumstances, Erik's quick math capabilities (or lack thereof), the beauty of a relationship between a step-father and step-son and more. Listen in and laugh while you learn!Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 8, 202245 min

S1 Ep 28#28 Skansen

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I detta avsnitt berättar Erik för Jonathan om Skansens historia ända fram till dagens allsång! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 1, 202247 min

S1 Ep 27#27 - Sven Hedin

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jon teaches Erik about Sven Hedin, an explorer that traveled to many uncharted places throughout Asia and the Middle East. His work led to familiarization of foreign parts of the world to the people of Europe. Oh yeah, and he kinda liked Hitler.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 25, 20221h 3m

S1 Ep 26#26 Johhny Bode

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.Tekniken strular och jag skulle kunna ljuga och säga att det var kungen själv som saboterade vår utrustning inför dagens avsnitt där jag lär Jonathan om artisten och mytomanen Johnny Bode. Men då skulle jag inte vara bättre än han. Hoppas ni lyssnar trots lite crappy kvalitet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 18, 202249 min

S1 Ep 25#25 The Republic of Jämtland

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jonathan reads a story to Erik about Jämtland, a region in Sweden that doesn't really want to be Sweden. You'll hear about their government meetings, population changes, the big festival, a better name for the region, their presidents and more. Don't miss this important piece of Swedish history that includes an anthem that made Erik a little scared.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 11, 202241 min

S1 Ep 24#24 Fet-Mats med My Gudmundsdotter

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I detta avsnittet är det Eriks kollega My Gudmundsdotter som lär grabbarna om en kändis från hennes hemort Falun!Stötta denna podcast på www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 4, 202241 min

S1 Ep 23#23 Gustav III

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonathan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I detta avsnitt så berättar Erik för Jonathan om den svenske "kulturkungen" Gustav III. Kungen som även var en hingst i sängkammaren. Eller?Stötta denna podcast på www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 202249 min

S1 Ep 22#22 Storforsen (Döda Fallet)

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Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jonathan teaches Erik about Storforsen, a waterfall that existed until the late 1700s when a community tried to tamper with it and found out the hard way that Mother Nature is no joke. Tune in for the hilarious story of a man-made natural disaster of drastic proportions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 20, 202245 min

S1 Ep 21#21 Karin Boye

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Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonatan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I dagens avsnitt berättar Erik för Jonathan om en av Sveriges största poeter genom tiderna Karin Boye! Karins liv var fyllt av framgångar men även motgångar. Enligt svensk lag begick hon ett brott varje dag bara genom att vara den hon var.Stötta denna podcast på www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 202238 min

S1 Ep 20#20 The Skevikarna Community

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Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode of Teach Me Sweden, Jon teaches Erik about the Swedish cult known as the Skevikarna. A sexless, nomadic cult, they tried to live as close to Christ as humanly possible and it led to a wild and hilarious episode of Teach Me Sweden. Get ready to laugh while you learn.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 202246 min

S1 Ep 19#19 Andrée Expeditionen

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Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonatan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I detta avsnitt berättar Erik för Jonathan om en expedition som inte riktigt flög och vars öde var ett mysterium i över 30 år. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 202243 min

S1 Ep 18#18 Lasse-Maja

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode of Teach Me Sweden, Jon teaches Erik about Lars Larsson Molin, also known as Lasse-Maja, the career criminal that became a famous author and public figure. There are Shawshank Redemption references, a music diss, a discussion about transvestite life and more. Check it out!Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 202245 min

S1 Ep 17#17 Karin Månsdotter

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonatan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I detta avsnitt berättar Erik för Jonathan om fängvaktarens dotter Karin Månsdotter som gick från det enkla livet ända upp i hovet genom att bli kungens favoritfrilla! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 202234 min

S1 Ep 16#16 Kerstin "den första" Hesselgren

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Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jon teaches Erik about Kerstin Hesselgren. You'll learn about an impressive, barrier-breaking woman that became educated and shaped Sweden more than anyone could have imagined. It's a story about progressive upbringing, travel and politics. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 9, 202230 min

S1 Ep 15#15 Kalabaliken i Bender

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Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.Oops! Jonathan and Erik came in with the same exact story this time so they taught each other what they learned about the ridiculous battle between the warrior king Karl/Charles XII. Listen in for the banter between Erik and Jonathan which includes references to Mr. Orange in Reservoir Dogs, Erik's crazy king voice and spot-on sound effects. Listen in as the guys make hilarious lemonade out of Swedish history lemons.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 2, 202242 min

S1 Ep 14#14 Fettisdagen

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonatan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 23, 202228 min

S1 Ep 13#13 Axel von Fersen

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Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jonathan teaches Erik about Swedish aristocrat and military expert Axel von Fersen. He's known for possibly being a lover to French Queen Marie Antoinette, but his remarkable life had him cross paths with kings, queens, founding fathers and military leaders. Don't miss this hilarious episode that will surely make you laugh while you learn.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 202238 min

S1 Ep 12#12 Evert Stenmark

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jonathan teaches Erik about Evert Stenmark, a bird catcher that had the unfortunate luck of being caught in an avalanche. This story is fascinating, and even includes bird traps, references to Nicholas Cage, Black Cats, matter of fact prayers and a dynamite ending. Tune in and laugh while you learn.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 9, 202232 min

S1 Ep 11#11 Idioterna på Vipeholm

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Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonatan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I detta avsnitt pratar vi om hur idioterna på Vipeholm utsatte folk som inte kunde säga ifrån för fruktansvärda experiment under 40 och 50-talet.Du kan stöda denna podcast på:www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 202239 min

S1 Ep 10#10 Sveriges bordellmammor

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Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode Jonathan teaches Erik about prostitution in Sweden throughout time. He then details the lives of four notorious madams (Sara Simonsdotter a.k.a. Tjocka Sara, Lovisa von Plat, Anna Carlström and Doris Hopp). Check out this interesting and hilarious story from Swedish history. Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 26, 202257 min

S1 Ep 9#9 Alfred Nobel

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonatan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I detta avsnitt avslöjar Erik för Jonathan att Nobel är mer än ett fredspris. Ett riktigt pangavsnitt där Jonathans "mind is blown away". Avsnittet är rean dynamiten... Ja ni hajar.Du kan stöda denna podcast på:www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 202240 min

S1 Ep 8#8 Johan Verner Ölund

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Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode Jonathan teaches Erik about Johan Verner Ölund, an actor from Norrland that moved to America and became a Hollywood star, mostly for his portrayal of Chinese characters. Don't miss this hilarious episode about an interesting man with Mongolian roots. Or?Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 12, 202245 min

S1 Ep 7#7 The Big Noise (Häxjakt i Sverige) with Kathryn LeRoux

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Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.Erik and Jonathan are joined by their friend Kathryn LeRoux (US) on this episode about the Swedish Witch Hunt of the 1600s. Kathryn teaches the guys about how Germany led the way in Europe's witch hunt and Sweden joined the party late and put their own stamp on the era. She also delves into the tradition of the "påskkärring" and how that character relates to the witch hunts. Tune in for the fascinating story of The Big Noise.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 5, 202247 min

S1 Ep 6#6 Lasse i Gatan

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode Jonathan teaches Erik about Lars Gathenhielm, also known as Lasse i Gatan. Erik had heard the name, but didn't know more about the notorious Swedish government-sanctioned pirate. You'll hear about Lasse's conquests, failures and wartime assistance in this hilarious episode. Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 29, 202139 min

S1 Ep 5#5 Jul i Sverige

Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonatan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.Var kommer vår version av Tomten ifrån? Varför äter vi det vi äter och varför äter vi det vi dricker på julen? Vad är grejen med Kalle Anka? Erik försöker reda ut detta och utbilda Jonathan i den svenska julens traditioner.Du kan stöda denna podcast på:www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 22, 202147 min

S1 Ep 4#4 Astrid Kindstrand

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Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonatan Rollins (US) och Erik Broström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I det här avsnittet berättar Erik för Jonathan om Sveriges första kvinnliga nyhetsuppläsare Astrid Kindstrand. Vi lyssnar på de reaktioner som Sveriges radio fick ta emot och pratar om hur kvinnor började ta plats i svensk media efter detta historiska ögonblick.Du kan stöda denna podcast på:www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 202134 min

S1 Ep 3#3 Dagen H

Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode Jonathan teaches Erik about the glorious day in 1967 that Sweden decided to switch from driving on the left side to driving on the right side of the road. Find out why they decided to do it. Was it a popular decision by the government? Surely, most citizens wanted to spend government funding on such a task. Eller??? Listen to this episode to learn all about that monumental day in Swedish history. Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 8, 202137 min

S1 Ep 2#2 Sveriges Sista Bödel

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Teach me Sweden är en podcast om svensk historia med komikerna Jonatan Rollins (US) och Erik Vroström (SE). Varje vecka läser en av dem för den andra om en händelse i svensk historia som förmodligen ingen av dem hört tidigare.I det här avsnittet berättar Erik för Jonathan om Sveriges sista skarprättare (eller som man säger i folkmun, bödel) Anders Gustaf Dalman.Lyssna när vi går igenom hur han gick från en tjänst i militären till att vara Sveriges ”hangman”, hur han övade med yxan och vilka hans offer, eller kanske snarare klienter, var.Du kan stöda denna podcast på:www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 1, 20211h 0m

S1 Ep 1#1 - Gunnar Tenglin

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Teach Me Sweden is a Swedish History podcast by comedians Jonathan Rollins (US) and Erik Broström (SE). Each week one of them reads a true story from Swedish History to the other one who likely knows nothing about it.In this episode, Jonathan tells Erik about Gunnar Tenglin, a man from Stockholm, Sweden that decided to move to the US to start life there. He boarded a ship called the Titanic and his life would be forever changed. Tune in to hear about Gunnar's journey, future nightmares, ailments and language limitations in this somehow hilarious episode.Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/teachmesweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 24, 202156 min