Ep. 5. Kyana Sue Powers

Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. Today on the podcast, Reykjavík Grapevine editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson and culture editor Josie Anne Gaitens speak to social media influencer Kyana Sue Powers, who is facing deportation from Iceland after her work visa was rejected.While living in Iceland as a student, Kyana started sharing her experiences of life and her adventures in Iceland on social media, resulting in her garnering a huge following on platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. After applying for a work visa here, Kyana has subsequently been denied a permit by the  authorities, and given only 30 days before she is expected to leave the country, a decision that she is now trying to appeal.Looking for more news? Check out our website for the latest coverage: grapevine.isBefore travelling in Iceland please always check road and weather conditions to ensure a safe journey.Weather: vedur.isRoads: road.isThe latest Coronvirus measures can be found at covid.isThis show is brought to you by the Reykjavík Grapevine,  a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. shop | facebook | twitter | instagramThank you to Lava Car Rental and The Lava Centre for sponsoring this episode of The Icelandic Roundup.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTSupport The Reykjavík Grapevine's reporting by becoming a subscriber at https://www.grapevine.is/subscribe - We are also a printed magazine. You can subscribe to that too.You can also support The Reykjavík Grapevine by shopping in our online store: https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WHO ARE WE?The Reykjavík Grapevine is an alternative monthly magazine published in Iceland since 2003. We bringing you the news and views on Icelandic culture and society, sprinkled with music coverage, travel content, restaurant reviews and more. More on https://www.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------