#VOTEHOME

Hosts Narcis George Matache and Conrad Molden explore what Danish parliamentary elections might look like if internationals had a vote.Together with candidates Nicklas Verne (Det Konservative Folkeparti) and Emil Moselund Østergaard (Radikale Venstre), they react to survey results and debate representation and political priorities for internationals living in Denmark.A conversation about belonging and democracy, and how internationals can still influence Danish politics, even without a ballot.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

This motivational, heart-centered episode brings together three international candidates in Denmark who open up about their personal journeys and messages to eligible voters. In a reflective and inspiring 30-minute group conversation, the guests join the two co-hosts to explore what it truly means to participate in democracy as an international resident.Together, they discuss:What does voting mean to them as internationals living in Denmark?Why did they decide to run in local or regional elections?Their message to other internationals who feel disconnected from politicsWhy does every vote matter, and how does every voice belong in Denmark?This is not a policy debate; it’s a space to inspire, encourage participation, and remind listeners that representation begins with showing up.Tip: Read Valentin's interview with Last Week in Denmark here.Read Keren's interview with Last Week in Denmark here.Read Candice's interview with Last Week in Denmark here.Read Nico's interview with Last Week in Denmark here.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

In this episode, we dive into a practical, real-world conversation about becoming a political candidate in Denmark — whether for local or regional elections. From eligibility requirements and party involvement to official registration and campaign steps, this 30-minute discussion offers clear insights for anyone curious about entering Danish politics.You’ll join the full conversation with two international candidates and our two co-hosts, as they share honest stories and lessons from their own experiences running for office. Together, we discuss:What inspired each guest to run for local or regional electionHow the candidacy process really works — eligibility, party lists, signatures, and key deadlinesWhat challenges or surprises came up along the wayAdvice for anyone considering becoming a candidate in DenmarkIf you’ve ever wondered how to get involved in Danish democracy, stand for election, or represent your community, this episode is your go-to guide for understanding the process from the inside out.Tip: Read Alina's interview with Last Week in Denmark here.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

In this episode, we explore the Regional Council’s role and responsibilities — and why it plays such an essential part in your daily life. From managing healthcare, mental health services, and emergency response, to shaping regional development and policy, we break down what the Regional Council actually does and how it affects you.Join us for a 30-minute conversation with our main guest as we discuss:What the Regional Council is and how it differs from your local councilWhich services, budgets, and decisions are handled at the regional levelHow residents — including internationals — can get involved and influence regional politicsWhy voting in the regional election (the yellow ballot) is just as important as voting locallyIf you’ve ever wondered who makes decisions about hospitals, emergency services, or regional transportation — and how you can have a say — this episode is for you. Tune in to understand how the Regional Council impacts your community and why your vote matters more than you might think.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Listen to our co-hosts and the Mayor of Aalborg, Lasse Frimand Jensen. Focus of this conversation is: Understanding the role of the local council and the mayor in Danish municipalities, and how residents, including internationals, can engage with and influence their local democracy.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Listen to one of the first voters from 2021.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

In this episode, we explain how to vote in Denmark, who is eligible to vote, and why every vote matters. Whether you’re an international resident or a first-time voter, you’ll learn how local and regional elections work, what you need to bring on election day, and how your participation helps shape Denmark’s future.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Audio of the Instagram Live episode with the EP candidate from Alternativet, Julius Schubring (the only non-Danish citizen running in Denmark) and Meghna Nijhawan, the Instagram lead from Last Week in Denmark. The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Our reporter, Pratik Hariharan has interviewed Reinout Bosch from Enhedlisten. The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Kathrine Richter from Volt sat with us to talk about her party.1:29 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Kathrine, what is Volt?26:46 - Part II The Union 🇪🇺36:34 - 🎯 EU Trivia39:57 - Part III: The Citizen45:01 - Part IV: The Identity48:35 - 💡 Fact/Fiction Challenge54:16 - Outro: Go Vote!Follow Kathrine on Twitter/X, Instagram!Being Politically Active - Nationalism & Internationalism - How to Succeed as a Political Party in Denmark - Politically Engaged Internationals - Training Political Candidates - Future of Europe - Defense in the EU - EU Internal Migration - Migrantour Copenhagen (Expat Walks) - The Diverse EU As an EU citizen residing in Denmark, have you considered voting for candidates in Denmark? VOTEHOME is a series where we interview Danish candidates for the EU parliamentCredits:* Host: Narcis George Matache, Zoé Elkær Nicot* Producers: Pauline Masserot, Katharina Fuchs* Podcast Creator: Ahmet Akkoç* SFX and Music provided by YouTube Audio Library, Pixabay and Dova-Syndrome Contributors.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

 In this episode, Arun Prakash interviews Narcis George Matache about the upcoming European elections 2024. They discuss voting eligibility and process, the overview of the parties in Denmark, and the main themes of the European elections. The conversation also delves into the differences between Denmark and Sweden in terms of immigration and integration. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to European elections, Danish politics, and the impact of European Union policies on Denmark. It delves into the influence of Danish politicians in the European Parliament, the role of young candidates, the importance of the European Parliament elections, and the impact of European legislation on Danish law. Additionally, it explores the dynamics of electoral alliances and the significance of regional representation in the European Parliament. Chapters00:00 Understanding the European Elections 202412:46 Denmark vs. Sweden: Immigration and Integration26:15 Impact of European Legislation on Danish Law38:21 Significance of Electoral Alliances44:18 Importance of Regional Representation in the European ParliamentThe podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Nicklas Verne from Konservative / Conservative People's Party sat with us to talk about his bid for the EU parliament.1:03 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Nicklas?17:23 - ⏱️Yes/No Questions20:18 - Part II The Union 🇪🇺33:05 - 🎯 EU Trivia38:21 - Part III: The Citizen50:00 - Part IV: The Identity56:48 - 💡 Fact/Fiction Challenge59:50 - Outro: Go Vote!Follow Nicklas on Twitter/X, Facebook or LinkedIn!Two Conservative Youth Candidates - European Youth (Europæisk Ungdom) - Family Ties - Ukraine & the EU - Nicklas' Green Agenda - Danish Democracy - The European Agenda - A Growing EU - Taxes & The EU - Defence in the DK/EU - EU Unity - Thoughts on Brexit - Family Unification - The EU Flag in Denmark - The International Voterbase - Counter Strike - Vote for the EP!Credits:* Host: Narcis George Matache* Producers: Pauline Masserot, Katharina Fuchs* Podcast Creator: Ahmet Akkoç* SFX and Music provided by YouTube Audio Library, Pixabay and Dova-Syndrome Contributors.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Jonas Pullich from Venstre / Denmark's Liberal Party sat with us to talk about his bid for the EU parliament.0:55 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Jonas ?6:57 - ⏱️Yes/No Questions11:09 - Part II The Union 🇪🇺25:58 - Part III: The Citizen33:55 - 💡 Fact/Fiction Challenge36:07 - Outro: Go Vote!Follow Jonas on Twitter/X or Instagram!Long Term Solutions - Security in the EU - Attachment - Human Rights in the EU - US & the EU - Security in the EU (cont.) - Greener CAP Reform - EU Lawmaking - EU Citizenship in Denmark - EU Mobility - Vote for the EP!Long Term Solutions, Security in the EU, Attachment, Human Rights in the EU - US & the EU, Security in the EU (cont.), Greener CAP Reform, EU Lawmaking, EU Citizenship in Denmark, EU Mobility, Vote for the EP!Credits:* Host: Zoé Elkær Nicot* Producers: Pauline Masserot, Katharina Fuchs* Podcast Creator: Ahmet Akkoç* SFX and Music provided by YouTube Audio Library, Pixabay and Dova-Syndrome Contributors.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Kira Marie Peter-Hansen from Socialistisk Folkeparti / The Green Left sat with us to talk about her bid for the EU parliament.1:13 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Kira ?6:15 -⏱️Yes/No Questions11:27 - Part II The Union 🇪🇺25:50 - 🎯 EU Trivia28:47 - Part III: The Citizen35:36 - Part IV: The Identity41:24 - 💡 Fact/Fiction Challenge43:09 - Part IV: The Identity Follow Kira on Twitter/X, Instagram or Facebook! The Youngest MEP - Green Issues - Groups in the EP - An EU as a World Leader - Shared Freedoms across the EU - Transnational Governance - The Subsidiarity Principle - EU Foreign Policy - Founding Mothers of the EU - Shared Freedoms in the EU (cont.) - Denmark's opt-outs from the EU - Feeling European - How to vote for the EU Parliament!Credits:Host: Narcis George Matache, Zoé Elkær NicotProducer: Pauline Masserot Podcast Creator: Ahmet AkkoçSFX and Music provided by YouTube Audio Library, Pixabay and Dova-Syndrome Contributors.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

 Christine 'Stine' Bosse from _Moderaterne_ / The Moderates Party sat with us to talk about her bid for the EU parliament.1:33 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Stine ?16:23 -⏱️Yes/No Questions20:42 - Part II The Union 🇪🇺32:30 - 🎯 EU Trivia37:23 - Part III: The Citizen 49:36 -  💡 Fact/Fiction Challenge51:32 - Part IV: The IdentityFollow Stine on X/Twitter, Facebook or Instagram!As an EU citizen residing in Denmark, have you considered voting for candidates in Denmark? VOTEHOME is a series where we interview Danish candidates for the EU parliament.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news available in 6 languages - English, Romanian, Polish, Spanish, Turkish and Italian). Credits:Host: Narcis George Matache & Zoé Elkær NicotProducer: Pauline MasserotPodcast Creator: Ahmet AkkoçSFX and Music provided by YouTube Audio Library, Pixabay and Dova-Syndrome Contributors.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Sigrid Friis Frederiksen from Radikale Venstre / The Social Liberal Party sat with us to talk about her bid for the EU parliament. 01:00 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Sigrid?13:00 -⏱️10 yes/no questions19:10 - Part II: The Union 🇪🇺30:00 - Part III: The Citizen and EU identity40:20 -🎯The EU CHALLENGEFollow Sigrid on X/Twitter or read her blogs on Altinget.As an EU citizen residing in Denmark, have you considered voting for candidates in Denmark? VOTEHOME is a series where we interview Danish candidates for the EU parliament.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news available in 6 languages - English, Romanian, Polish, Spanish, Turkish and Italian). Credits:Host: Zoé Elkær NicotProducer: Pauline MasserotPodcast Creator: Ahmet AkkoçSFX and Music provided by YouTube Audio Library, Pixabay and Dova-Syndrome Contributors.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages). 

Jan Kristoffersen sat with us to talk about his bid for the EU parliament. 09:00 - Part I: The Candidate - who is Jan?21:20 -⏱️10 yes/no questions23:00 - Part II: The Union 🇪🇺42:00 -💡QUIZ TIME44:20 - Part III: The Citizen 52:00 - 📢Question from people living in Denmark55:00 - Part IV: The identity57:20 -🎯The EU CHALLENGECatch Jan in Cafe Stefanshus or follow him on TikTok.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news available in 6 languages - English, Romanian, Polish, Spanish, Turkish and Italian) and Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU). Credits:* Host: Narcis George Matache * Producer: Pauline Masserot* Podcast Creator: Ahmet Akkoç* Designer: Magdalena Mainka and Pauline Masserot* SFX and Music provided by YouTube Audio Library, Pixabay, EU confidential podcast made by Politico and Dova-Syndrome Contributors.The podcast is made by AMIS (an NGO that has over 30 years of history of making projects aimed at developing better opportunities and inclusion in Denmark and Europe), Nyt Europa (an NGO that works for a sustainable and democratic EU) and Last Week in Denmark (a weekly newsletter about Danish latest news with over 100 000 monthly readers, available in 8 languages).