Podcasts about Finnish

This week Ryan Tsapatsaris is back and joins Elizabeth for discussion about bullying behaviors.  A recent study of Middle and High School aged participants revealed that bullied students admitted to also engaging in bullying behaviors.  The relationship was stronger for gender non-conforming students than for cisgender students.  Transgender identities were also more strongly associated with perpetration of bullying than subjection to bullying.  Ryan and Elizabeth describe the study and findings.  We also discuss some interesting aspects of the data set, which becomes a jumping off point for a summary of recent trends in gender identification: As of 2023, Generation Z survey respondents have been much less likely to identify as either trans or queer.  We also talk about the risks involved in doing this kind of research and secondary analysis of data.  Social scientists should be able to pose difficult and unpopular questions, and extend research and theory to contemporary social issues, without constant worries about interpersonal and professional cancellation campaigns.Podcast notesTopic article:Heino, E., Ellonen, N., & Kaltiala, R. (2021). Transgender identity is associated with bullying involvement among Finnish adolescents. Frontiers in psychology, 11, 612424.  https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.612424/fullMentioned articles:Sex and the census: why surveys should not conflate sex and gender identityhttps://www.queermajority.com/essays-all/academia-in-an-age-of-assholeshttps://unherd.com/newsroom/why-are-fewer-young-people-identifying-as-trans/ (Kaufmann)https://www.heterodoxcentre.com/research/chss-report-no-5/ Trans identification really is in free fall: New data (Twenge) 

Humorous and tender, this BBC World Service documentary takes a long-haul view of the lives of modern truckers in Europe – exploring working-class masculinity on the road, all-nighters, and long journeys from inside a truck driver's cab.Truck drivers are often seen as symbols of freedom and independence. But how free is life on the road today, when the watchful eye of the system is always upon them?One of them is Finnish truck driver Tiia Rajala, who has dreamed of the open road since childhood. As we follow her across Europe, she masters her powerful machine and reflects on the stereotypes surrounding truckers. Sociologist Timo Aho explores what these stereotypes reveal about masculinity, class, and identity.Credits:Produced by Suvi Tuuli Kataja, Elli Salo Script: Elli Salo Sound design and field recording: Suvi Tuuli Kataja Music: Jussi Liukkonen, Roope Mantere Background research: Pinja Korhonen, Roosa Stenroos Thanks to: Jarno Nuutinen, Moving World, Sara Tuomola

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Max Pearson presents a collection of the week's Witness History interviews from the BBC World Service. Indian-based author and podcaster Purba Chakraborty talks about the history of fiction writing.We hear about the rise in popularity of 'Nordic Noir', following the publication of Henning Mankell's crime novels.Then we listen to BBC archive of writer and poet Jorge Luis Borges - regarded as one of the most influential Latin American writers in history.Plus, the trial of two Soviet writers, Yuli Daniel and Andrei Sinyavsky, accused of smuggling their works to the west.Helen Fielding looks back at her weekly newspaper column about a 30-something, single woman in London, which became a cultural phenomenon in the 1990s.The niece of Finnish writer and artist Tove Jansson talks about her iconic Moomin books - which have been published in more than 60 languages.And finally, we hear the personal story of young Nepalese athlete Mira Rai, which shocked the ultra-running world. Contributors: Anneli Høier - literary agent. Jorge Luis Borges - short story writer and poet. Purba Chakraborty - writer and podcaster. Andrei Sinyavsky - Russian writer and Soviet dissident. Alexander Daniel - son of Yuli Daniel, Russian writer and Soviet dissident. Helen Fielding - journalist and writer. Sophia Jansson - niece of Tove Jansson, author and artist. Mira Rai - Nepalese trail runner.(Photo: Swedish crime writer Henning Mankell and a copy of one of his books. Credit: Jonathan Nackstrand/AFP via Getty Images)

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop talks with Rob Meyerson, co-founder and CEO of Interlune and former president of Blue Origin, about building the next phase of the space economy—from mining Helium-3 on the Moon to powering quantum computing and future fusion reactors on Earth. They explore the science behind lunar regolith, cryogenic separation, robotic excavation, and how private industry is rekindling the optimism of Apollo. Rob also shares lessons from scaling Blue Origin and explains why knowledge management and intuition matter when engineering at the edge of possibility. Follow Rob and Interlune on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00 Stewart Alsop welcomes Rob Meyerson, who introduces Interlune's mission to extract Helium-3 from the Moon and explains its origins in the Apollo samples.05:00 Meyerson describes how lunar regolith traps solar wind gases, the role of ilmenite, and how spectrometry helps identify promising Helium-3 sites.10:00 Discussion shifts to Helium-3's commercial potential, the Department of Energy's isotope program, and its link to tritium decay and nuclear stockpiles.15:00 Meyerson connects Helium-3 to quantum computing, explaining cryogenic dilution refrigeration and the importance of ultra-cold temperatures.20:00 They explore cryogenic engineering, partnerships with Vermeer for lunar excavation, and developing solar wind–implanted regolith simulants.25:00 Rob reflects on his 15 years at Blue Origin, scaling from 10 to 1,500 people, and the importance of documentation and knowledge retention.30:00 The talk turns to lunar water, propellant production, and how solar and nuclear power could support a permanent in-space economy.35:00 Meyerson outlines robotic harvesting, lunar night hibernation, and AI applications for navigation, autonomy, and resource mapping.40:00 The conversation broadens to intuition in engineering, testing in lunar gravity, and lessons from Apollo's lost momentum and industrial base.50:00 Rob closes with optimism for private industry's role in rebuilding lunar infrastructure and how Interlune fits into humanity's return to the Moon.Key InsightsHelium-3 as a Lunar Resource: Rob Meyerson explains that Helium-3, a rare isotope on Earth but abundant on the Moon due to billions of years of solar wind implantation, could power future fusion energy and enable cleaner, more efficient energy sources. Interlune's mission is to commercialize this resource, beginning with robotic prospecting and extraction missions.The Science of Lunar Regolith: The Moon's regolith—the dusty surface soil—acts as a natural collector of solar wind gases like hydrogen, helium, and helium-3. Meyerson describes how Interlune identifies promising mining locations using data from NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter and the presence of ilmenite, a titanium-rich mineral that traps more Helium-3 than other regions.Cryogenics and Quantum Computing: Helium-3 is essential for dilution refrigerators that cool quantum computers to millikelvin temperatures, colder than any place in the universe. Meyerson highlights a new commercial contract with Bluefors, a Finnish cryogenics leader, to supply Helium-3 starting in 2028—proving the economic case for lunar resource extraction.Fusion Energy and Strategic Supply: While today's fusion reactors rely on tritium and deuterium, Helium-3 could be the next-generation fuel—safer and more efficient. With tritium decay from aging nuclear stockpiles as the only current terrestrial source, Interlune's lunar supply could fill a critical gap for future clean-energy systems.Building Lunar Infrastructure: Interlune's long-term vision extends beyond Helium-3 to producing rocket propellant, metals, and industrial materials on the Moon. By developing cryogenic separation and excavation systems, they aim to enable a self-sustaining “in-space economy” where resources mined in space fuel space-based operations.AI and Autonomy in Space Mining: Artificial intelligence and advanced sensing will guide robotic harvesters on the Moon's harsh terrain. AI will also analyze imagery and soil data to map Helium-3 concentrations and manage knowledge across missions, turning data into operational insight.Lessons in Leadership and Scale: Drawing from his 15 years leading Blue Origin, Meyerson stresses the importance of documentation, mentorship, and maintaining technical continuity as teams grow. He contrasts Apollo's lost potential with today's resurgence of private space ventures, expressing deep optimism for U.S. innovation and the rebirth of lunar industry.

The Geekz crack open another eerie entry in our 31 Days of Horror marathon with Hatching (2022) — a Finnish body-horror gem that blends psychological terror, motherhood, and monstrous transformation. When a young gymnast discovers a strange egg in the woods, she decides to care for it… but what hatches is beyond her imagination and control. In our review, we discuss the film's haunting atmosphere, disturbing creature design, and how this low-budget indie manages to deliver genuine chills and emotional depth. We'll dive into the powerful performance by Siiri Solalinna, the eerie direction by Hanna Bergholm, and the unsettling blend of fairy tale and body horror that makes Hatching stand out from typical creature features. Was this low-budget movie worth the time — or just another strange art-house experiment? Find out as we continue reviewing 31 horror movies for all 31 days of October!

This week we read "Home by the Rotting Sea" by Finnish cartoonist Otava Heikkilä, a short but emotional journey to another world where the Arctic is melting and gender is what you make of it. We'll talk about anthropology, allegory, and Otava's unique page compositions. We'll also talk about the censorship situation with Itch.io and payment processors, which does nothing to convince JD to choose digital comics over print. Music by Sleuth. Our next book will be "Kingdom Come" by Mark Waid and Alex Ross..

Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's crown prince, is a huge video-game fan. Now his hobby is becoming a multi-billion-dollar industry for the kingdom, which is acquiring some of the world's biggest gaming firms. How Finnish icebreakers became a focus for polar power politics. And the NBA plays its first basketball game on Chinese soil in six years.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's crown prince, is a huge video-game fan. Now his hobby is becoming a multi-billion-dollar industry for the kingdom, which is acquiring some of the world's biggest gaming firms. How Finnish icebreakers became a focus for polar power politics. And the NBA plays its first basketball game on Chinese soil in six years.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Ride Boundless, I sit down with Jozsef James “JJ”, Head of Sales for North America at Verge Motorcycles, the innovative Finnish company redefining the electric superbike. Recorded at The Bike Shed Los Angeles, we dive deep into Verge's revolutionary engineering — from its futuristic hubless “donut” rear wheel to its 240mm tire, over 200 miles of range, and the smooth, gliding ride that feels more like floating than riding. JJ shares his personal journey from Lucid Motors to leading Verge's U.S. expansion, bringing his EV expertise and passion for innovation to the forefront of two-wheel evolution. I also take the Verge for a test ride through LA's streets — and it's unlike anything I've ever ridden. The acceleration, suspension, and precision balance make this bike feel alive. Tune in for a conversation about design, technology, and the future of electric performance — filmed in the heart of LA's motorcycle culture at The Bike Shed.

Tässä jaksossa keskustelen kollegani Päivi Virkkusen kanssa ääntämisen työpajasta, jonka järjestämme nyt kuudennen kerran! Päivi Virkkunen and I discuss our Finnish pronunciation workshop, which will take place on November 26 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Finnish time. The price of the workshop is €32. - Ilmoittaudu mukaan työpajaan / Sign up for the workshop: https://holvi.com/shop/aantamisklinikka/product/d99d823b4c0e7cf6d0af3477d45216be/ - Lue lisää työpajasta (englanniksi) / Read more about the workshop: https://randomfinnishlesson.blogspot.com/2025/10/pronunciation-workshop.html - Liity tapahtumaan: https://www.facebook.com/events/804166462366039

This is it. The last time we're talking about Chris Chan. Ever.After 18 years of internet infamy, we're closing the book on one of the most documented...and most disturbing...stories online. This final episode covers 2021-2025: the incest arrest that broke the internet, the charges that mysteriously vanished, and Chris's bizarre new life involving international travel, a mysterious girlfriend named Flutter, and somehow... stability?From getting kicked out of conventions to holding hands at Finnish amusement parks, from selling painted rocks on Etsy to hitting 100K YouTube subscribers, Chris's post-jail life is nothing anyone predicted. But the real questions cut deeper: Who's actually profiting from this mess? Where's the line between documentation and exploitation? And what happens to someone when thousands of people have spent nearly two decades watching their every move?We're done. Moving on. This chapter is closed.Want something completely different? Check out my new political series Red, White & Blue—covering everything going on in the world right now. If you're mad, you're welcome.Content Warning: Incest allegations, elder abuse, mental health crises, and the very dark side of internet culture. Not for everyone.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-saw-the-devil-a-true-crime-podcast--4433638/support.Website: http://www.wesawthedevil.comPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/wesawthedevilDiscord: https://discord.gg/X2qYXdB4Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/WeSawtheDevilInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/wesawthedevilpodcast.

Send us a textMargie Goldsmith, author of Becoming a Badass: From Fearful to Fierce, suggests "do one thing every day that scares you" – a mantra that transformed her into the adventure-seeking "badass" she is today. She shares captivating stories from her journeys across more than 100 countries, revealing how memorable travel experiences often arise from unexpected human connections.We start in the remote mountain paths of Bhutan, where Margie found herself teaching American camp songs to fascinated schoolchildren. In Morocco, what began as local women laughing at her marathon training outfit evolved into a joyous mountain-top celebration.Her tales take us to Mongolia, where an 85-year-old toothless horseman (the country's fastest racehorse rider) led her across vast plains, and to Easter Island, where she recounts the dangerous traditional Birdman competition where participants risk their lives.Whether she's distributing harmonicas to children in developing nations, playing blues with an Acadian women's drum corps in Canada, or exchanging personal items with a mountain guide in Argentina despite having no common language, her tales ring with authenticity, and resonate decades later.From following a Finnish reindeer herder through Lapland's snowy forests to navigating past aggressive elephant seals in Antarctica, Margie demonstrates how facing fears leads to extraordinary experiences and personal growth.This engaging conversation, including many of Lea's travel tales as well, will inspire you to seek authentic connections in your travels – and challenge yourself, as Margie does. As she proves through her harmonica performance ending the episode, it's never too late to develop new passions and continue growing through travel and creative expression._____Margie Goldsmith is an award-winning writer, musician, and author of Becoming a Badass: From Fearful to Fierce, available in print, Kindle and audiobook, with Margie narrating (including some of her music!). Contact her at margiegoldsmith.com_____Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to many guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Contact her at placesirememberlealane.com_____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has dropped over 120 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. _____Travel vlogs of featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now drop on YouTube.Please subscribe, like, and comment. 

Think you can hear the difference between tuli, tuuli, and tulli? We dive into the sounds, rhythm, and real-life phrases that make Finnish surprisingly learnable—and endlessly fun—when you know where to start. With our friend Evelina guiding pronunciation and cultural nuance, we pull together a traveler's toolkit you can use the moment you land: simple greetings (hei, moikka), how to say sorry and excuse me, the “please” workaround with kiitos, and the power duo missä on… and on to find bathrooms, train stations, airports, cafes, and more.We keep things practical and warm. You'll learn to order confidently—yksi kahvi/tee/vesi, kiitos—and to spot the words that unlock your day: vessa, juna-asema, lentoasema, kahvila, ravintola. We also share the secret sauce to sounding local: noniin, the multi-tool filler that fits nearly every moment, from rallying your friends to nodding along with a story. Along the way, we taste our way through Finland: the comfort of karjalanpiirakka, the sweetness of pulla, the debate over salmiakki, and why Fazer chocolate sits perfectly between Swiss and Belgian styles. Expect pronunciation tips on double letters and the ä vowel, plus the legendary phrase kuusi palaa that proves context is everything.Beyond language, we celebrate what keeps us returning: Santa's Lapland roots, reindeer on quiet roads, the wow of the northern lights, and the radical shift between midnight sun and winter darkness. These rhythms shape how Finnish feels in your mouth and in your day. Whether you're planning a first trip to Helsinki or polishing your phrasebook for a Lapland adventure, this guide helps you speak clearly, order kindly, and enjoy more of what makes Finland special.If you loved this, follow The Romies, subscribe for more traveler-friendly language guides, and leave a review—what Finnish word will you try first?Thanks for your ongoing support!http://paypal.me/TheROAMiesAlexa and RoryThe ROAMiesPlease subscribe, rate and share our podcast! Follow us at:http://www.TheROAMies.comThe ROAMies: Facebook and Instagram YouTube and X.

We celebrate Finnish brand Artek at 90 and athlete-turned-spatial designer Michael Bennett shares how creativity can be found everywhere. Plus: Dennis Cheung, a Hong Kong-based designer, on how he is taking cues from bamboo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last year, over 14,000 Irish people visited Lapland. Over the past 30 years, tourism to the northern Finnish territory has exploded. Now, a new investigation has examined the ecological consequences of this…Joining Seán to discuss is Lotta Narhi, an Investigative Environmental Journalist based in Finland.

Ville Koivunen reminds in Buffalo that he can Finnish, too. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After non-metal September, the fellas head back into the Hevi this week with the shockingly good Dino-themed Finnish children's band Hevisaurus, and their 2010 album Hirmuliskojen Yo (Night of the Lizard)!

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This week, Harri Kuokkanen from Finnish death doom ensemble, Hooded Menace, joins me to unpack their upcoming record, “Lachrymose Monuments of Obscuration”.  We explore the band's sonic evolution, their decision to no longer play live and our shared obsession with all things Danzig and Samhain.   On the Weekly News Rant, the latest singles by Enthroned, Agnostic Front, Corrosion of Conformity, Bliss of Flesh, Kreator and Soulfly are rounded up for judgment.  I also answer your questions, including my take on W.A.S.P's “The Headless Children”, what veteran bands I consider to still be at the top of their game and much more.   PLUS: London legends, Corpsing, just dropped a live EP and you get a taste of what to expect on this week's edition of Unsanctioned Filth.     Please support the bands featured on this episode: Hooded Menace: https://hoodedmenace.bandcamp.com      Hail Conjurer: https://hailconjurer.bandcamp.com/      Corpsing:  https://corpsingmetal.bandcamp.com/     Subscribe for weekly black and death metal interviews, news rants, and track reviews! Follow me on X, Instagram and Facebook, and check out the other podcasts by the Horsemen Of the Podcasting Apocalypse:  Horrorwolf 666, Iblis Manifestations, Everything Went Black, Necromaniacs and The Sol Nox Podcast.

Life Outside Poker is a podcast for PokerNews hosted by Connor Richards that seeks to pull back the curtain on poker players and allow viewers and listeners to get to know them on a personal level. In the 35th episode, Connor talks with No Filter Poker Series founder Mounir Tajiou about growing up in Sweden, working as a high court judge, playing professional soccer, making a deep run in the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, and the new No Filter Poker Series, which values fun at the table over poker strategy. We also hear from 1998 Main Event champion Scotty Nguyen, reigning WSOP champ Michael Mizrachi and Finnish poker legend Juha Helppi about their involvement with the No Filter Poker tour, including their plans to play at the upcoming 2025 Nordic & Baltic Championship Open in Tallinn, Estonia from Oct. 17-22. The Life Outside Poker podcast is available on major streaming platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud and iHeartRadio. You can also watch the interview with Mounir Tajiou by heading to the PokerNews YouTube channel. Be sure to follow Mounir Tajiou and Connor Richards on X. Learn More About Life Outside Poker! Timestamps TIME TOPIC 0:00 Intro 0:34 Growing up in Sweden 2:00 Playing professional soccer for seven years 3:23 Working as a judge 4:38 Chasing Viktor Blom in Sweden POY 6:39 Running deep in 2025 WSOP Main Event 9:19 Main Event strategy 11:55 Will Kassouf/Playing with Michael Mizrachi 16:36 No Filter Poker Series 20:33 Nordic and Baltic Championship Open 25:47 Advice for younger self 27:08 Favorite life lesson from poker 30:00 Scotty Nguyen interview 44:40 Michael Mizrachi interview 58:30 Juha Helppi interview  

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Europe reels from a wave of unidentified drones that shut down airports, hovered over military bases, and even breached the airspace above a Finnish hydroelectric plant. The United Nations reinstates sanctions and an arms embargo on Iran over its nuclear program, prompting a furious response from Tehran. President Trump orders the deployment of U.S. troops to Portland, Oregon, following ongoing unrest and disputes over federal enforcement. And in today's Back of the Brief—a familiar name returns to the spotlight as former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair is reportedly in talks to lead a transitional authority in Gaza. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief TriTails Premium Beef: Reclaim dinner from the jaws of school-year chaos Visit https://trybeef.com/PDB.Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode, we challenge the conventional wisdom of “what gets them well keeps them well” by exploring groundbreaking Finnish research on bipolar disorder medication dosing. Does maintaining patients on high doses actually improve long-term outcomes, or could standard doses be the optimal strategy for relapse prevention? Faculty: Kristin Raj, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our memberships here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 73 Bipolar Disorder Maintenance: What's the Optimal Dose Range?

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Executive coach Angela Bennett knows a thing or two about the unique needs of beauty and wellness industry leaders. She spent more than two decades working across L'Oréal and Estee Lauder brands like La Roche-Posay, Maybelline and Clinique in roles like vice president, general manager and svp of talent acquisition. "The subjective nature of [the beauty industry] requires an art of balancing data points, intuition and conviction [while] becoming your own leader to navigate the decisions that need to be made on a daily basis," Bennett said. But today, Bennett is part of a growing number of certified professional executive coaches who help individuals and organizations to build stronger teams. She also works one-on-one with executives who need help getting to the next level in their careers.  This often entails a rigorous strategy that includes reflection, learning and planning in an effort to become a better leader with more long-term career direction. Much of this process starts with developing communication skills to suit the workplace environment and culture. “Communication coaching is really going to be about developing the skills to be clear, concise, convincing and motivating, and to really master the art of what we call ‘influencing for results',” she said. “[That means] influencing others, influencing management toward making decisions on specific strategies that, as a leader, you are recommending and wanting to push through.”  In today's episode of the Glossy Beauty Podcast, Bennett introduces us to the world of executive coaching and shares her top three universal tips for executives.  But first, hosts Lexy Lebsack and Emily Jensen discuss the biggest beauty news of the week.  First up is wellness investment news from Oura Health Oy, the makers of Oura, the wearable health tracking ring that launched in 2015. The Finnish company is reportedly closing in on a $875 million Series E investment round that will undoubtedly impact the industry. The company could soon be valued at around $11 billion.  The hosts also break down the latest influx of celebrity endorsement deals including Kris Jenner for Estée Lauder-owned MAC, Leighton Meester for indie darling skin-care brand Bubble, singer Ciara as the new face of Thorne's Creatine products, Miley Cyrus for Maybelline, and Dua Lipa's new deal with pilates reformer company Frame Fitness.  Lebsack and Jensen also unpack Hailey Bieber's splashy Rhode launch with Sephora, which brought in $10 million in sales in just two days, according to Yipit, an alternative data provider and analytics firm that utilizes web and in-store receipt data.  Finally, the duo discuss the closure of Kim Kardashian's 3-year-old skincare line, SKKN by Kim, including Coty's $71.1 milliones loss from its 2021 investment in the now-shuttered brand. 

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How does Finland view strategic linkages between the Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific regions? What is the Finnish model of ‘Comprehensive Security', and how does it work in practice? How does Finland communicate openly with the public about national security risks without fuelling alarm or polarisation? What lessons can Australia learn from Finland's societal-led approach to preparedness? In this episode, Pasi Rajala joins Rory Medcalf to discuss the evolving geopolitical landscape, the importance of international cooperation among democracies, and Finland's unique approach to security and resilience. Pasi Rajala is the State Secretary to Finland's Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister of Defence. Professor Rory Medcalf AM FAIIA is Head of the ANU National Security College. His professional experience spans more than three decades across diplomacy, intelligence analysis, think tanks, journalism and academia. TRANSCRIPT  Show notes NSC academic programs – find out more  North star: why Australia should look to Finland on resilience and preparedness We'd love to hear from you! Send in your questions, comments, and suggestions to NatSecPod@anu.edu.au. You can tweet us @NSC_ANU and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Moviegoers Society, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, and Drew Munhausen dive into two big genre releases: The Black Phone 2 and SISU: Road to Revenge.First up, we're talking about the chilling return of Scott Derrickson's horror hit, The Black Phone. With Ethan Hawke's Grabber legacy lingering in the shadows, this sequel starring Mason Thames promises more bone-deep scares and shocking twists.Then, we shift gears to SISU: Road to Revenge, the action-packed follow-up to the cult Finnish hit. Expect brutal fight sequences, explosive set pieces, and a revenge story that doesn't hold back.Get ready for our thoughts on how these sequels stack up, whether they raise the bar, and why they've got audiences buzzing.

**CONTENT WARNING: contains references to suicide** HELPFUL LINKS BELOW!! ***Fay and Nigel join Owen to discuss:- RIP MATT BEARD- The Merseyside Derby- Being 5 points clear of everyone!RIPPLE suicide prevention websiteRipple Tool Chrome extensionIf you or anyone you know is in immediate danger of suicide, please call emergency services right away.For Ireland:Samaritans (Ireland): Offers a free, confidential, 24/7 service.Phone: 116 123Website: samaritans.iePieta: Provides a 24/7 freephone crisis helpline and text service for anyone who is in suicidal distress or engaging in self-harm.Phone: 1800 247 247Text: HELP to 51444Website: pieta.ieYourMentalHealth.ie (HSE): An information line run by the Health Service Executive that can direct you to mental health supports in your area.Phone: 1800 111 888Website: yourmentalhealth.ieText About It: A free, 24/7 text service for anyone going through a mental health or emotional crisis.Text: HELLO to 50808Mental Health and Suicide Prevention ServicesFor the UK:Samaritans: Offers a free, confidential, 24/7 service.Phone: 116 123Website: samaritans.orgShout: A free, confidential, 24/7 mental health text service.Text: SHOUT to 85258Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): Provides a helpline and webchat for anyone who needs to talk.Phone: 0800 58 58 58 (5pm to midnight every day)Website: thecalmzone.netPapyrus: Dedicated to the prevention of young suicide.Phone: 0800 068 41 41Text: 07860 039967Email: pat@papyrus-uk.orgFor the US:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: A free, confidential, 24/7 service for anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. You can call or text the number.Phone/Text: 988Website: 988lifeline.orgThe Trevor Project: Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ young people.Phone: 1-866-488-7386Crisis Text Line: A free, 24/7 text service.Text: HOME to 741741For Europe:International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP): While not a direct hotline, they are a global organization that provides a directory of country-specific helplines. This can be a very helpful resource for a general European audience.Website: iasp.infoEuropean-specific hotlines: Many countries have their own services, and some are part of a larger network. Here are a few examples:Austria: Telefonseelsorge (Samaritan Telephone) - 142Belgium: Stichting Zelfmoordlijn (Dutch) - 1813 or Stichting Centre de Prévention du Suicide (French) - 0800 32123Ireland: Samaritans - 116 123Finland: MIELI Mental Health Finland - 09 2525 0111 (Finnish, 24/7)Lithuania: Vilties Linija (Hope Line) - 116 123For Africa:Africa Suicide Prevention Association (ASPA): A pan-African network that can provide a directory of country-specific helplines and resources.Website: aspaafrica.orgSouth African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG): Offers a 24/7 crisis line and other resources.Phone: 0800 567 567Website: sadag.orgFor Asia:Samaritans of Singapore (SOS): Provides a 24-hour hotline and other services.Phone: 1767Website: sos.org.sgAsian LifeNet Hotline (US-based, serving Asian communities): A 24-hour hotline that offers support in Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, and Fujianese.Phone: 1-877-990-8585OpenCounseling: Provides an international directory of suicide hotlines, which can be useful for finding country-specific resources across Asia.Website: blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/

We speak with the editor and owner of ‘Mountain Gazette’. Plus: Monocle’s Ed Stocker picks his highlights from Mag to Mag in Milan; ‘Manera’ launches a Benelux edition; and Finnish design title ‘Sälä’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From being told learning Finnish is essential for integration to hearing 'it's too difficult, don't bother,' many newcomers to Finland are left unsure which path to take. Ronan Browne presented this episode of All Points North. The sound engineer was Matias Puumala. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909 or at allpointsnorth@yle.fi. 19 September 2025 / All Points North / Yle News

Fiddles fly, voices soar, and traditions come alive on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #727  -  -  Subscribe now! Jigjam, Téada, Jeff Blaney, Norse Gael, Bealtaine, Goitse, Dan Possumato, Crikwater, Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira, Golden Bough, Brobdingnagian Bards, Enda Reilly, Tartanic, Caliceltic, Liz Carroll GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items with what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2025 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create this year's Best Celtic music of 2025 episode. You have just three weeks to vote this year. Vote Now! You can follow our playlist on YouTube to listen to those top voted tracks as they are added every 2 - 3 weeks. THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:06 - Jigjam "Greenhill's Gold" from Phoenix 4:16 - WELCOME 6:21 - Téada "Reels: The Reel with the Birl / Carraigín Ruadh / Ryan's Rant" from Ainneoin na stoirme / In spite of the storm 9:29 - Jeff Blaney "When I Am Home (In America)" from Exodus 11:43 - Norse Gael "Creadeamh Sí" from Finscéal 15:12 - Bealtaine "The Ducks of Dublin Town" from Factories & Mills, Shipyards & Mines 18:43 - FEEDBACK 22:06 - Goitse "Write Me Down" from Rosc 25:46 - Dan Possumato "Planxty Dermot Grogan (feat. Teresa Baker & Elizabeth Nicholson)" from An Teachín Gorm 29:40 - Crikwater "Yarmouth Town (Live)" from Live in Buffalo 33:09 - Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira "Road Trip to Cape Breton" from Here To Stay 36:56 - Golden Bough "Glencoe" from Westering Home 40:49 - THANKS 44:15 - Brobdingnagian Bards "Mother's Blood" from Another Faire to Remember 48:00 - Enda Reilly "An Bua Ag Bláth Chliath" from Hy - Brasil 50:57 - Tartanic "Ballz/Ringworm" from Unleashed 55:46 - Caliceltic "The Man in the Boat" from Paddy Paradise 58:40 - CLOSING 59:42 - Liz Carroll "Hanley's House of Happiness” from Lake Effect 1:03:01 - CREDITS Support for this program comes from International speaker, Joseph Dumond, teaching the ancient roots of the Gaelic people. Learn more about their origins at Sightedmoon.com Support for this program comes from Cascadia Cross Border Law Group, Creating Transparent Borders for more than twenty five years, serving Alaska and the world. Find out more at   www.CascadiaLawAlaska.com Support for this program comes from Hank Woodward. The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to follow the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Finally, remember—our planet's future is in our hands. The overwhelming evidence shows that human activity is driving climate change, from record  -  breaking heat waves to rising sea levels. But the good news? We have the power to fix it. Every choice we make—reducing waste, conserving energy, supporting clean energy, and lobbying our political leaders—moves us toward a more stable climate. Start a conversation today. The facts are out there, and the future is ours to shape. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a Celtic musician and also host of Folk Songs & Stories. This podcast is for fans of Celtic music. We are here to build a diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. Musicians depend on your generosity to release new music. So please find a way to support them. Buy a CD, Album Pin, Shirt, Digital Download, or join their community on Patreon. 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This week we look at the fallout from the Charlie Kirk assassination;  Yes Minister; Students in Amsterdam;  the Oxford Union President; Mental Health worker in Australia;  Borussia Dortmund;  AI books exploit death;  What does the London March mean?  Sir Trevor Phillips; Net Zero in Australia; Andrew Hastie;  the growth of ASEAN; The Decline of Germany; Theresa May on Euthanasia; Christians slaughtered in the Congo; Banning Prayer in New South Wales; Finnish school pupils v English Uni students;  'Man Overboard' banned; Danny Kruger joins Reform; Star Trek bissexuality; Robert Redford;  and the Last Word, with music from BJ Thomas; Sons of Korah;  Don Mclean;   REM;  The Rolling Stones;  Prelude;  Blink; 

On this week's show Patrick Gray and Adam Boileau discuss the week's cybersecurity news, including: Shai-Hulud worm propagates via npm and steals credentials Jaguar Land Rover attack may put smaller suppliers out of business Leaked data emerges from the vendor behind the Great Firewall of China Vastaamo hacker walks free while appeal is underway Why is a senator so mad about Kerberos? This week's episode is sponsored by Knocknoc. Chief exec Adam Pointon joins to talk through the surprising number of customers that are using Knocknoc's identity-to-firewall glue to protect internal services and networks. This week's episode is also available on Youtube. Show notes Self-Replicating Worm Hits 180+ Software Packages – Krebs on Security Jaguar Land Rover: Some suppliers 'face bankruptcy' due to hack crisis Jaguar Land Rover production shutdown could last until November U.S. Investors, Trump Close In on TikTok Deal With China - WSJ U.S. Investors, Trump Close In on TikTok Deal With China - WSJ How China's Propaganda and Surveillance Systems Really Operate | WIRED Mythical Beasts: Diving into the depths of the global spyware market - Atlantic Council Hacker convicted of extorting 20,000 psychotherapy victims walks free during appeal | The Record from Recorded Future News US national charged in Finnish psychotherapy center extortion | The Record from Recorded Future News BreachForums administrator given three-year prison stint after resentencing | The Record from Recorded Future News Microsoft, Cloudflare disrupt RaccoonO365 credential stealing tool run by Nigerian national | The Record from Recorded Future News Senator blasts Microsoft for making default Windows vulnerable to “Kerberoasting” - Ars Technica Exclusive: US warns hidden radios may be embedded in solar-powered highway infrastructure | Reuters Israel announces seizure of $1.5M from crypto wallets tied to Iran | TechCrunch

Patrick Zilliacus was born in Finland and came to the U.S. when his father became the Finnish military attache in Washington, primarily to procure weapons for Finland's war with Russia. Left on his own in the U.S. at age 16, Zilliacus worked in a steel mill before joining the U.S. Navy in 1943. He was assigned as a torpedo man on a brand new submarine, the USS Spot.In this edition of Veterans Chronicles, Zilliacus explains how he was almost killed when the USS Spot went out for "shakedown" after commissioning. He also details what it was like stalking and attacking Japanese vessels off the coast of China, and how his sub sunk the Nanking Maru.Zilliacus also tells us what it was like to be pursued by Japanese ships, how the Spot was very close to a major event at the end of the war, and what his future wife told him about Japanese atrocies committed against her family in the Philippines.He also shares the story of how his father crossed paths with a major Axis leader long before World War II and why he does not want World War II veterans to be called the Greatest Generation.

This week on The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie unpack one of the hottest wellness trends right now: saunas. Could sitting in a sauna a few times a week genuinely lower inflammation, boost recovery, and even add years to your life? The science might surprise you. Inside the episode: The research linking regular sauna use to heart health, longevity and mental wellbeing. How often (and how long) you really need to sit in the sauna for maximum benefit. Whether infrared saunas stack up against traditional Finnish styles. Why potassium deficiency is quietly on the rise — and the simple food swaps that can protect your heart. Our favourite low-sugar sparkling water swap for soft drinks. Listener Q&A: Osteopenia explained — diet, supplements, and the surprising role of jump training in bone strength. If you’ve ever thought about investing in your own sauna, now might be the time. Thanks to our friends at Elevate Saunas, you can get $250 off selected sauna models with the code LEANNE250, or 10% off full-priced saunas with the code LEANNE10. Explore their range at Elevate Saunas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textWhat makes a mountain race become legendary? In this deep dive into the historic Pikes Peak Marathon and Ascent, we're joined by Mark Tatum to uncover the remarkable journey of America's third-oldest and longest consecutively running marathon.From its unlikely origins—when a Finnish doctor challenged smokers to race him up the mountain in 1958—to Arlene Piper becoming the first woman to complete a marathon in the United States in 1959 (in "dime store tennis shoes"), the race's heritage is as rich as the mountain is tall. We explore how the Jemez Pueblo runners dominated the early years and how Matt Carpenter's obsession with the mountain created records that stood untouchable for decades.The mountain itself becomes a character in this story, humbling even the greatest athletes who've attempted to conquer it. We dissect the strategic challenges of racing at 14,000 feet, where oxygen drops by 40%, the infamous "W's" section can make or break your race, and unpredictable weather adds another layer of complexity. Through the years, Pikes Peak has witnessed the evolution of trail running itself—from local heroes to international superstars like Kilian Jornet, Rémi Bonnet, and Kim Dobson making their mark.Whether you're a mountain running enthusiast or simply fascinated by endurance challenges that push human limits, this conversation reveals why Pikes Peak continues to captivate runners worldwide. As one racer put it: "It's just you're constantly wondering if you're going too hard and if you're going to die. It's the ultimate mental battle." And perhaps that's exactly why they keep coming back.Follow James on IG - @jameslaurielloFollow the Steep Stuff Podcast on IG - @steepstuff_podUse code steepstuffpod for 25% off your cart at UltimateDirection.com! 

Blog: show notes and links https://finnishfootballshow.com/2025/09/16/is-finland-heading-backe-to-the-future/ IN THIS EPISODE... Mark W and Keke again with match reports from Finland's two away games; a 1-0 friendly defeat to Norway, followed by a 3-1 defeat in the World Cup qualifier against Poland. Keke shares tales from his trip to Chorzów, Poland. They revisit the topic of an early episode* to ask if Finland is regressing under Jacob Friis, back to the performances of the Hans Backe era. Finally, they discuss a positive week for Finnish referee, Mohammad Al-Emara, who made his elite international debut in the England-Andorra match at Wembley, before an unprecedented(?) post-match Q&A with the fans, after SJK 3-3 HJK

Episode 384: Driving the prairie roads south of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, your eyes adjust to an endless sea of grass and sky, where grain elevators rise like sentinels and ragged lines of poplar windbreaks whisper in the steady wind. It's a landscape that makes you feel both small and free—until, in the middle of the wheat-coloured plains, you come upon a steel-hulled ship sitting high and dry on the grass. This is the Sontiainen, built by Finnish immigrant Tom Sukanen, who spent years constructing it here, hundreds of kilometres from salt water, in hopes of sailing it home to Finland. What sounds like the beginning of a folk tale is entirely true: the man, the ship, and his dream were real—and so was the heartbreak that followed. Sources: The Sad Story Behind the Prairie Ship of Tom SukanenThe Tragedy of Tom SukanenView of Little Steamship on the Prairie: Grass-Roots Preservation and Artistic Interpretation in the Construction of Ethnic, Local, and National Identities | Scandinavian-Canadian StudiesSukanen Ship Pioneer Village & Museum - A real location with a fictitious community.Dustship Glory - Athabasca University PressSukanen Ship Pioneer Village and MuseumDreams in the Dust: The Story of Tom SukanenThe tragic tale of Tom Sukanen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SynopsisThe year 2002 marked the 10th anniversary of BBC Music Magazine and to celebrate the magazine's editor asked British composer Colin Matthews to coordinate a bold commissioning idea: a set of seven orchestral variations on a theme by Henry Purcell: Hail, Bright Cecilia.The resulting suite, Bright Cecilia Variations, had its premiere on today's date in 2002 at a Last Night of the Proms concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London, with the BBC Symphony led by American conductor Leonard Slatkin.Colin Matthews' orchestration of the Purcell theme was followed by Matthews' original variation, and in turn by six other variations composed by three additional British composers, namely Judith Weir, David Sawer and Anthony Payne, plus one each by the Danish composer Poul Ruders, Finnish composer Magnus Lindberg, and American composer Michael Torke.Torke had this to say about his variation: “I wanted to create almost a jungle frenzy, by having four drummers from the percussion section playing tom-toms and shadowing those rhythmic beatings with melodic woodwind and brass fragments all drawn from the original theme … The result is vigorous.” Music Played in Today's ProgramColin Matthews (b. 1946): Bright Cecilia: Variations on a Theme by Purcell; (BBC Philharmonic; Gianandrea Noseda, conductor; BBC Music Vol. 11, no. 3

What's it like raising a kid in Finland when your family isn't fully Finnish? From family sauna nights and candy day to forest school and the push for kids to be independent early on, Finland has its own unique ways of raising children. Parents, educators and experts have their say. Zena Iovino presented this episode of All Points North. The sound engineer was Matias Puumala. Let us know what you think via WhatsApp on +358 44 421 0909 or at allpointsnorth@yle.fi. 12 September 2025 / All Points North / Yle News

Finnish hard rockers the Rasmus add a new album drop on September 12th called "Weirdo." Lauri discusses the band's Journey over the past 30 years as well as their recent performance in the Ukraine.

A Finnish town is using a deceptively simple new technology to stay warm using renewable energy.Read more about the big battery here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Aaron Goings visits Seattle's Elliott Bay Book Company to discuss his brand new book, Red Harbor: Radical Workers and Community Struggle in the Pacific Northwest. This book was literally published in the last 24 hours. #HotOffThePress Goings is classified as White (Racist Suspect). Gus was intrigued to learn more about his presentation on White labor strife in Washington state. Especially since Goings' book details how Washington state Klu Klux Klan units were used to terrorize union efforts and suppress the organizational efforts of White workers. Gus was able to ask Goings about Finnish immigrants during this period of the early 1900s. Some of these Nordic Whites were treated as though they were not White and forced to take literacy tests (similar to the niggra). Some of these northern Europeans were allowed to form immigrant KKK clans and accepted as White. #INVEST in The COWS - http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: http://cash.app/$TheCOWS Call: 720.716.7300 Code: 564943#

My guests this week, economic professors John Campbell and Tarun Ramadorai, argue that the financial system itself is a powerful contributor to wealth inequality, and that there are ways to improve it. Their new book, Fixed: Why Personal Finance Is Broken and How to Make It Work for Everyone (out October 21), addresses how the bulk of our financial issues are downstream of poor structural design, not personal shortcomings—and what we can do about it. (00:00): Intro (04:00):

Kate Adie introduces stories from China, Afghanistan, Spain, Armenia and Finland.In Beijing this week, President Xi Jinping declared his country to be ‘unstoppable'. Flanked by President Putin and North Korea's Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un at a vast military parade, China put on a striking display of its growing military power. BBC China correspondent Laura Bicker was watching on in Beijing.Afghanistan was struck by an earthquake last Sunday, destroying homes and triggering landslides, killing around 1400 people. Yogita Limaye has been in Jalalabad where she saw the rescue effort first hand, amid the strict social rules imposed by the Taliban.Spain has been experiencing some of its worst wildfires in recent years and among the affected areas is Galicia - a region usually known for high rainfall and lush vegetation. It's also where you can find Europe's largest herd of wild horses - which are credited with helping to limit the spread of the fires. John Murphy went to find out more.Last month, leaders from Armenia and Azerbaijan finalised a peace agreement aimed at ending a decades-old conflict between the two countries. Julia Paul travelled to Armenia to visit an innovative scheme using digital technology to preserve the country's Christian heritage, lost or damaged during the war years.And Finland is celebrating 80 years of the Moomins! The family of gentle trolls and their friends have garnered fans around the world since the first book was published by author Tove Jansson in 1945. Heidi Fuller Love has been exploring how the characters have come to embody Finnish values.Series Producer: Serena Tarling Production Coordinator: Rosie Strawbridge Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith

CTO Series: Toni Sallanmaa on Scaling Engineering Teams and Aligning Tech with Business Goals In this BONUS episode, we explore the journey of scaling technology teams and maintaining alignment between engineering and business objectives with Toni Sallanmaa, CTO at Funidata. Toni shares invaluable insights from leading the development of Sisu, a cutting-edge student information system serving over 100,000 Finnish university users, and discusses practical strategies for growing engineering organizations while preserving company culture. The Genesis of Leadership in Technology "I understood what I was really responsible for. I'm interested in the business we are running—the business adds meaning to the work." Toni's approach to technology leadership was fundamentally shaped by a pivotal moment early in his career when he first gained influence over system development and technology choices. After working with large-scale systems for 20 years, this moment of responsibility revelation transformed his perspective from purely technical to business-focused. He emphasizes that infinite curiosity drives success in tech businesses, and understanding the business context gives meaningful purpose to technical work. Bridging the Gap Between Tech and Product "Don't separate Tech from Product. We established a common language between product and technology people." One of Toni's most significant insights centers on eliminating the traditional divide between technology and product teams. As Funidata grew from a small startup to a 70-person organization, the challenges of maintaining alignment became apparent. Their solution involved several key practices: Teaching developers the language of the product domain  Banning confusing technical terms that create communication barriers Workshopping product language to ensure clarity Keeping entity names deliberately vague until true understanding emerges This approach draws heavily from Domain Driven Design principles, creating a unified vocabulary that enables seamless collaboration. Collaborative Planning and Transparency "We use transparency as a collaboration technique. Every team sees what's being proposed as a goal for the next quarter." Funidata implements a unique "marketplace of goals" approach during their quarterly big room planning sessions. Rather than using scaled agile frameworks, they focus on transparency and collaborative goal-setting. Teams present their high-level quarterly plans to each other, creating visibility across the organization. Product owners are embedded within teams, keeping communication distances short and ensuring alignment between technical execution and business objectives. Future-Forward Roadmapping "We talk about the higher level ideas regularly, but let them bubble up from the community. We hold internal hackathons." Toni's approach to roadmapping balances strategic vision with grassroots innovation. They maintain an internal technology roadmap that addresses emerging trends like AI, while allowing ideas to organically emerge from the engineering community. Internal hackathons serve as catalysts for innovation, providing structured opportunities for teams to explore new technologies and approaches that might inform future roadmap decisions. Scaling Challenges and Cultural Preservation "The biggest challenge is not technology, it was the rapid scaling of technology teams. When you scale up, keep the culture in mind." The most significant challenge Toni faced wasn't technical but organizational—rapidly scaling teams while preserving company culture. Growing from 10 to 50 people required evolving processes, from establishing internal forums for architectural discussions to implementing continuous integration flows. The key was identifying pain points proactively and maintaining open discussions with team members throughout the scaling process. Strengthening company culture became essential to successful growth. AI's Impact on Software Development "Productivity is on the rise. We see opportunities like generating test data, but we have strict requirements for cybersecurity, which puts pressure on code quality." Toni views AI's impact on software development with cautious optimism. While productivity gains are evident, particularly in areas like test data generation, the stringent cybersecurity requirements in their domain mean that AI hasn't yet significantly improved code quality where it matters most. The technology shows promise, but implementation must be carefully considered within the context of security and quality requirements. Measuring Engineering Success "We use DORA and SPACE framework. We measure how much of our work is KTLO (Keep The Lights On) and how much is elective development." Funidata employs both DORA and SPACE frameworks to measure engineering organization success. From SPACE, they particularly focus on measuring software team wellbeing, while also tracking the balance between "Keep The Lights On" (KTLO) work and elective development. Using JIRA connected to a data warehouse, they mine extensive data that serves both leadership decision-making and team improvement efforts, ensuring metrics benefit everyone in the organization. Influential Leadership Resources "The organizational books have been more influential to me than purely technical ones." Toni emphasizes that organizational leadership books have shaped his CTO approach more than technical resources. Two key influences stand out: "Team Topologies" for understanding how to structure and scale engineering teams effectively, and "Radical Candor" for building authentic, productive relationships within the organization. You can find a BONUS episode on Team Topologies with the authors Matthew Skeltton and Manuel Pais. About Toni Sallanmaa Toni leads technology and engineering at Funidata, developing Sisu—a cutting-edge student information system serving over 100,000 Finnish university users. Passionate about agile methodologies, system architecture, and software engineering, Toni specializes in technology management, software lifecycle, OOP, and relational databases to deliver innovative, scalable solutions in higher education tech. You can connect with Toni Sallanmaa on LinkedIn.

It's Tuesday, September 2nd, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Pakistani Muslim kidnapped 16-year-old Christian girl Pakistan is in the persecution news again. This time for a 16-year-old Christian girl kidnapped and forced into sex slavery by a Muslim in the Punjab district. She was rescued by court order on August 14th. This is just one of thousands of these cases occurring each year, where girls and women are kidnapped and forced into conversions, marriages, and prostitution. Pakistan is the seventh worst nation in the world on The Worldview's International Morality Index, and the eighth worst on Open Doors' World Watch List. Finnish politician tried third time for condemning perversion A Finnish Member of Parliament, Päivi Räsänen, is back in court this month, after already being acquitted twice for the so-called hate crime of calling homosexual relationships “sinful.” Räsänen has been charged with “agitation against a minority group” under the Finnish criminal code addressing “war crimes and crimes against humanity.” She's been under attack for seven years. This time the prosecutor is taking the case to Finland's Supreme Court. Afghanistan earthquake claims 800 lives In God's providence, Afghanistan has been hit by a third major earthquake since the Taliban took over, reports Reuters. This has claimed 800 lives and wounded 2,800 more, mostly in the Kunar Province. The 2022 quake killed over 1,000 people and the 2023 quake killed over 2,000 people. Russia's Putin, India's Modi and China's Jinping met in summit The new Axis power base was further solidified yesterday in a meeting which took place in Tianjin, China, with the presidents of China, India, and Russia — Presidents Xi Jinping, Narendra Modi, and Vladimir Putin. This was Modi's first visit to China in seven years. Modi expressed his desire to Putin that the two nations deepen cooperation “in all sectors.”  The meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization boasts “the world's largest regional organization” including nations with a combined economic output of nearly $30 trillion. That's just over the United States' annual Gross Domestic Product. Russia's Putin called the alliance the beginnings of a “new system” of security in Eurasia.  The Shanghai Cooperation Organization consists of the communist, Hindu, and Islamic states of Russia, Belarus, China, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Chinese Navy boasts more warships than America The BBC reports that the Chinese Navy has exceeded America's Navy in number of warships -- 234 to 219. However, the Chinese are still behind the United States in overall tonnage and aircraft carriers.  Importantly, the Chinese shipyards have upwards of 200 times the ship-building capacity of America at this point. Brazilian socialists want to lock up Jair Bolsonaro Socialist elements in the Brazilian government are looking at locking up the nation's previous president Jair Bolsonaro for 30 years. Bolsonaro is accused of staging a coup after disagreeing with the election results in January of 2023.   The Associated Press reports that the evidence includes “an unsigned document that sought to invalidate the election and his alleged push for supporters to destroy government buildings in Brasilia on January 8, 2023.”  Low Scottish birth rate Scotland's birth rate is the lowest on record — hitting 1.23 children per woman. The nation's abortion rate is 17.9 per 1,000 women. Out of 50 countries, that's the fifth lowest birth rate in Europe. Only Malta, Spain, Lithuania, and Italy have lower birth rates.  Deuteronomy 7:12 and 14a makes a promise to a nation. “Because you listen to these judgments, and keep and do them. …You shall be blessed above all peoples; there shall not be a male or female barren among you or among your livestock.” Not so much for Scotland. Vice President JD Vance defends prayer U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance defended prayer as a proper response to the recent massacre at the Minneapolis, Minnesota Catholic School. His X post explained that, “We pray because our hearts are broken. We pray because we know God listens. We pray because we know that God works in mysterious ways, and can inspire us to further action.” Vance was responding to Jen Psaki, Joe Biden's previous press secretary, who skeptically asserted that “Prayer is not freaking enough. Prayers does [sic] not end school shootings. Prayers do not make parents feel safe sending their kids to school. Prayer does not bring these kids back.” In addition to Vice President Vance, CNN's conservative commentator Scott Jennings defended prayer as well. Listen. JENNINGS: “I think it's wrong, frankly, to vilify or attack people of faith. I think ‘thoughts and prayers' are the most solid on days of tragedy for people who live their faith every day. And I think on a day like today, particularly in a church community, there are probably people praying harder for comfort today than they have ever prayed in their life. “And I heard others on the Left today go down this line of attack against people of faith, sort of denigrating the idea that they might want to pray today.” Proverbs 28:9 reminds us that “If one turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.” And Proverbs 15:29 says, “The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.” Chip and Joanna Gaines roll out “LGBTQ roller skating show” The reality show pop-star couple and known-to- be professing Christians, Chip Gaines and his wife, Joanna, are under fire again. This time, they are producing a program on their Magnolia Network featuring what has been termed “an LGBTQ+ roller skating reality show” called “Roller Jam.” Joanna Gaines called it “a show the whole family can watch together,” according to Protestia and FaithWire.  Office mortgages hit record 11.7% delinquency rate In economic news, delinquency rates on office mortgages in the United States have hit a record 11.7%, exceeding the last record set during the 2008 recession. That delinquency rate was only 1.6% just two years ago. Silver and gold keep climbing According to TradingView.com, silver surged to $40.76 per ounce and gold hit $3,475 per ounce on Monday — record highs for the metals. Married mothers happier than childless single women And finally, no surprise here. The Institute for Family Studies surveyed 3,000 women and found that married mothers were more likely to enjoy life.   The report documented that 47% of married mothers say their lives are enjoyable most or all the time, compared to 34% of unmarried, childless women who say the same thing. Psalm 127:3 says, “Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from Him.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, September 2nd, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

The LA Kings selected Slovakian forward Ján Chovan with the 184th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Finnish hockey enthusiast Andrew Epps joins the program to talk about Chovan's development path from Slovakia through Finnish junior hockey. Then Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting for the LA Kings) and Zach Dooley join the program to discuss the Kings scouting process and the decision for Chovan to play in the CHL. Finally Scott Wheeler (The Athletic) brings an outsiders view of Chovan and shares his evaluation of the young forward.