Podcasts about Lapland

Want to get in touch? Send Claire a message!In episode 116 of The Eat for Endurance Podcast, ultra runner Kabuki Snyder shares her powerful story, from struggling with disordered eating as a young ballerina to training for one of the toughest races out there: the Cocodona 250.We dive into how she approaches ultra running nutrition, training, and balancing life and work with her endurance goals. Kabuki and I discuss:Growing up in Ghana and how early memories shaped her relationship with foodTransitioning from ballet and body image struggles to finding joy in ultra runningFueling strategies for single day trail races, stage races like Lapland and Atacama, and other long races like the Cocodona 250 What real-life training and fueling looks like with a 4am wakeup call and a global work scheduleHow she has prepared for 250 miles with spreadsheets, snacks, and strong community supportKey Takeaways:You don't need to “look like a runner” to be oneUltra running nutrition must be flexible, practiced, and personalized“Real food” can be part of your race planFueling enough everyday and surrounding exercise is non-negotiableYou can balance ultra running goals with a full-time job (yes, really!)

Back in late February/early March, Kat went to Finnish Lapland. In a previous episode, we discuss travel to Rovaniemi, Finland, but in this episode, we're discussing what it's like to stay at Apukka Resort in Finnish Lapland. We talk about the iconic glass igloos, things to do at Apukka Resort, what it was like learning to dogsled, food options, a traditional Finnish floating sauna experience, and more!   Relevant Links (may contain affiliate links, meaning if you book through these links, I may earn a small commission-at no additional cost to you!): -Get Your Ultimate Guide to Paris here! -Apukka Resort -Kara & Nate (Nate Running the Leadville 100): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8xHlz1ZjPI -Aurora Alert Realtime App   Check us out on Substack: Follow for updates, free and paid posts, and exclusive podcast episodes! Subscribe here to get this exclusive content now! Traveling to France? Check out our Facebook Group called France Travel Tips to ask/answer questions and learn more! Don't forget to follow along! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldwidehoneymoon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldwidehoneymoon TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worldwidehoneymoon World Wide Honeymoon Blog: https://worldwidehoneymoon.com France Voyager Blog: https://francevoyager.com Subscribe to the World Wide Honeymoon blog here for monthly updates and tips + get our FREE trip planning guide: https://www.subscribepage.com/o4e5c2

In late February/early March this year, Kat had the chance to visit Rovaniemi, Finland. She spent about a week in Finnish Lapland, chasing the Northern Lights, learning to dogsled, enjoying a reindeer sleigh across the night, and even meeting Santa Claus. In this podcast episode, we're talking about travel to Rovaniemi in Finland. Learn about the amazing things to do in Rovaniemi, where to stay, neat museums, where to eat, and more when it comes to visiting the Arctic Circle in Finland.   Relevant Links (may contain affiliate links, meaning if you book through these links, I may earn a small commission-at no additional cost to you!): -Hotel in Rovaniemi: The Arctic City Hotel -Hotel in wilderness: Apukka Resort -Arctic GM Northern Lights Tour -Arctic Snow Hotel Tour, Ice Restaurant Dinner, and Snow Sauna Experience -Things I Learned About Life in Finnish Lapland Substack -Go Husky Dogsledding -Dangerous Business Tromso, Norway Post -Santa Claus Village (and address to send a letter to Santa)   Check us out on Substack: Follow for updates, free and paid posts, and exclusive podcast episodes! Subscribe here to get this exclusive content now! Traveling to France? Check out our Facebook Group called France Travel Tips to ask/answer questions and learn more! Don't forget to follow along! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldwidehoneymoon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldwidehoneymoon TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worldwidehoneymoon World Wide Honeymoon Blog: https://worldwidehoneymoon.com France Voyager Blog: https://francevoyager.com Subscribe to the World Wide Honeymoon blog here for monthly updates and tips + get our FREE trip planning guide: https://www.subscribepage.com/o4e5c2

Rane og Eske vil være opdagelsesrejsende, og første udfordring er en tur til Lapland, da de er 13 år gamle. Uden voksne. Med sig har de tre venner, der vender om efter første døgn. Men Rane og Ekse har lært alt om udholdenhed og gennemfører turen. Undervejs opdager Rane også, at han har en særlig ømhed over for sin bror.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Esta semana en Territorio Trail viajamos al Artico para conocer la experiencia de Juan Carlos Gimeno en la Lapland Arctic Ultra. Realizamos la previa de la Merrell Andes Sky Marathon, la siguiente prueba de las Merrell Skyrunner World Series, resumimos la participación de Gerard Morales en el Maratón de Jerusalen y finalizamos con la Antonio Codina y lo más destacado del trail en las Islas Británicas en la sección BritTrail.

Esta semana en Territorio Trail viajamos al Artico para conocer la experiencia de Juan Carlos Gimeno en la Lapland Arctic Ultra. Realizamos la previa de la Merrell Andes Sky Marathon, la siguiente prueba de las Merrell Skyrunner World Series, resumimos la participación de Gerard Morales en el Maratón de Jerusalen y finalizamos con la Antonio Codina y lo más destacado del trail en las Islas Británicas en la sección BritTrail.

Listener and YouTuber, Bob Delaney (aka Jon's Dad Hikes), joins Jeremy to talk about Bob's thru hike of the Kungsleden in the Lapland region of Sweden.  Bob tells us about this incredible long-distance hike in one of the last big areas of wilderness of Europe, and about half of the hike is above the Arctic Circle.  Jeremy gives us some history of the area, including of the semi-nomadic Sami people who herd reindeer in the region.Bob's YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@JonsDadHikesJoin Jeremy at Highlander in June:  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lakeDelicious backpacking meals from our sponsor:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/Quesions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.comInstagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

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Show Notes:Angela's Links:https://alpinist007.com/ (personal website)Angela Hawse takes helm of American Mountain Guides Association board as group leans on women to foster change in guiding cultureEpisode Intro:Dear listeners of the Female Guides Requested Podcast, happy Wednesday. This is your host Ting Ting from Las Vegas. Today our guest is Angela Hawse.Angela was the 6th woman in the U.S. to become an IFMGA mountain guide with a successful career spanning over three decades. She's trained and examined aspiring guides for the AMGA for the past 19 years and served as the AMGA president for five. Angela's led over 30 high altitude mountaineering expeditions to the world's Greater Ranges and guided remote trips to the Arctic and Antarctic. She skied from Sweden to Norway across Lapland, reached the South Summit of Mt. Everest (500' higher than K2) and has led numerous technical all-women's ascents.She's currently on the board of the IFMGA and the 1st woman and non-European to join the Technical Commission. Angela has a Master's Degree in International Mountain Conservation, is on the POW Alliance Team and a Black Diamond athlete. In 2011 she was awarded AMGA Guide of the Year and in 2022 received the AMGA Lifetime Achievement in Guiding Award.I love that she considers herself successful in mountain guiding because she still loves the profession and is still in it for the same reason that she got into it initially. She established a lifelong love of playing in the mountains since she was a kid. Her curiosity let her explore all facets of life related to guiding, and she hardly found boredom. We talked about dealing with burnout, giving back to the communities, her AMGA work, changes in the environment and the industry in the past 30+ years, and making a guide career sustainable. I'm super inspired by all the wisdom Angela brought in. Now please enjoy this episode with Angela Hawse.Things We Talked about:Has been guiding for 3.5 decades and still going strongAngele's special sauce to keep her in the industry for this longStay curiousDiversifyMental bandwidthChildhoodPrescott college and first role modelWas a dedicated climber for many many years before thinking about guidingVarious jobs from Outward Bound, an adjunct position in Prescott, working for different guide services so on and so forthExpeditions and giving backAll women's expeditionsWhat was is like being one of few female guides back then?Ways to develop confidenceAMGA president – what happened during those yearsAMGA's DEI workAngela deeply cares about climate changeTrends and changes Angela saw in the past 3.5 decades in the mountains and in the industryBeing a guide in the US full timeWhat does Angela's work consist of now?Alpinist 007

Hear stories about Guatemala, Morocco, Arctic Snow Hotels in Lapland, Finland and music festivals in Cali, Colombia. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show's Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel gear I'm using, my favorite destinations, discounts for special events, etc.). Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram ____________________________________ Nicole Phillip joins Matt from Orlando, Florida and talks about growing up in a Caribbean immigrant home, moving to New York City for college, and encountering racism on a study abroad trip to Italy.  Matt and Nicole reflect on the various ways anti-Blackness and white privilege manifest around the world.  Nicole then talks about her other travel experiences, starting with her European travels outside of Italy during her study abroad program.  She then explains why Colombia is one of her favorite countries and shares her experiences in Cartagena, Medellin, and Cali, including attending the Petronio Alvarez Festival.  Nicole also talks about her travels through Morocco, Guatemala, and her recent birthday trip to the Arctic Circle in Lapland, Finland.  She shares the magical experience of visiting the Arctic Snow Hotel, drinking at the ice bar, sleeping in a glass igloo, going dog-sledding, enjoying a Finnish sauna, and seeing the Northern Lights.  DIRECT LINKS TO EVERYTHING DISCUSSED ARE AVAILABLE HERE IN THE SHOW NOTES.  ____________________________________ See my Top 10 Apps For Digital Nomads See my Top 10 Books For Digital Nomads See my 7 Keys For Building A Remote Business (Even in a space that's not traditionally virtual) Watch my Video Training on Stylish Minimalist Packing so you can join #TeamCarryOn  See the Travel Gear I Use and Recommend See How I Produce The Maverick Show Podcast (The equipment, services & vendors I use) ____________________________________ ENJOYING THE SHOW? Please Leave a Rating and Review. It really helps the show and I read each one personally.  You Can Buy Me a Coffee. Espressos help me produce significantly better podcast episodes! :)

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Finish the story of the Snow Queen with us as we continue Gerda's journey to save Kai with the help of a chatty crow (and his sweetheart), another couple's happily ever after, the little Robber Girl and a reindeer from Lapland! Will Gerda's quest to save her beloved childhood friend end positively or will she have to just let it go?  Show notes can be found on our website at: www.talesfromtheenchantedforest.com You can also find us on: Bluesky Mastodon Instagram   TikTok

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Fear Turns to Awe: A Northern Lights Journey in Lapland Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-02-10-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: I den kalla vinterkvällen började det glittra stjärnor på himlen i Jukkasjärvi.En: On the cold winter evening, stars began to glitter in the sky over Jukkasjärvi.Sv: Isbyn, där det berömda Icehotel låg som ett sagoslott i is och snö, gnistrade i månskenet.En: The ice village, where the famous Icehotel lay like a fairy tale castle in ice and snow, sparkled in the moonlight.Sv: Vännerna Sven, Elin och Markus anlände dit efter en lång bilresa genom Lapplands vita landskap.En: Friends Sven, Elin, and Markus arrived there after a long car journey through Lapland's white landscape.Sv: Sven kände sig både förväntansfull och nervös.En: Sven felt both excited and nervous.Sv: Han ville se norrskenet, men den mörka och ödsliga miljön skrämde honom.En: He wanted to see the northern lights, but the dark and desolate environment scared him.Sv: Elin var alltid ivrig att fånga ögonblicken med sin kamera.En: Elin was always eager to capture the moments with her camera.Sv: Hon tyckte om att utforska och tänkte på de vackra bilder hon skulle ta.En: She loved exploring and thought about the beautiful pictures she would take.Sv: Markus, som var mer tystlåten, hoppades på något speciellt han kunde minnas.En: Markus, who was more quiet, hoped for something special he could remember.Sv: De tre vännerna gick runt på hotellet, studerade isskulpturer och beundrade de konstfulla rummen.En: The three friends walked around the hotel, studying ice sculptures and admiring the artful rooms.Sv: Även om inomhusvärmen blev välkomnande, kände Sven hela tiden ett kallt pirrande av ångest.En: Even though the warmth inside was welcoming, Sven constantly felt a cold tingle of anxiety.Sv: Han visste att om han ville se norrskenet, behövde han övervinna sin rädsla för mörkret.En: He knew that if he wanted to see the northern lights, he needed to overcome his fear of the dark.Sv: När natten kom, stod stjärnorna som små diamanter mot den djupsvarta himlen.En: When night came, the stars stood like tiny diamonds against the deep black sky.Sv: Sven tog ett djupt andetag.En: Sven took a deep breath.Sv: "Jag går ut en stund," sa han till Markus och Elin.En: "I'm going out for a while," he said to Markus and Elin.Sv: Markus nickade uppmuntrande.En: Markus nodded encouragingly.Sv: Elin log och sa, "Vi är här om du behöver oss."En: Elin smiled and said, "We're here if you need us."Sv: Sven steg ut i tystnaden, bort från de flämtande ljusen vid hotellet.En: Sven stepped out into the silence, away from the flickering lights of the hotel.Sv: Varje steg knackade på hans mod, men han gav inte upp.En: Each step tested his courage, but he didn't give up.Sv: Luften var krispig, och snön knarrade under hans fötter.En: The air was crisp, and the snow creaked under his feet.Sv: Ensamheten omslöt honom som en tjock mantel.En: The solitude enveloped him like a thick cloak.Sv: Han väntade och väntade.En: He waited and waited.Sv: Kylan började tränga igenom hans kläder.En: The cold began to penetrate his clothes.Sv: Han kände hjärtat dunka snabbare.En: He felt his heart beating faster.Sv: Om det inte blev något norrsken?En: What if there was no northern lights?Sv: Skulle hans rädsla få överhanden igen?En: Would his fear take over again?Sv: Men just som han tveksamt tänkte återvända, hände det.En: But just as he hesitated to return, it happened.Sv: Himlen exploderade i färger.En: The sky exploded in colors.Sv: Grönt, rosa och blått böljade över natthimlen i dansande slöjor.En: Green, pink, and blue waved across the night sky in dancing veils.Sv: Sven stod som fastfrusen av skönheten.En: Sven stood frozen by the beauty.Sv: Han visste i det ögonblicket att hans rädsla höll på att krympa och att det vackra ögonblicket tog över.En: He knew in that moment that his fear was shrinking and the beautiful moment was taking over.Sv: Ensamheten blev ett minne blott i ljuset av norrskenet.En: The loneliness became a distant memory in the light of the northern lights.Sv: Precis då dök Elin och Markus upp bredvid honom.En: Just then Elin and Markus appeared beside him.Sv: "Du gjorde det, Sven!"En: "You did it, Sven!"Sv: utropade Elin.En: exclaimed Elin.Sv: "Ja," svarade han, med en ny beslutsamhet.En: "Yes," he replied, with newfound determination.Sv: "Jag klarade det."En: "I did it."Sv: De tre vännerna stod där tillsammans, förundrade över himlens skådespel.En: The three friends stood there together, amazed by the spectacle of the sky.Sv: Sven insåg att ibland var det värt att möta sina rädslor för att finna den glädje som gömde sig bakom.En: Sven realized that sometimes it was worth facing your fears to find the joy hidden behind.Sv: Och i Lapplands kalla armar blev rädslan till styrka och gemenskap.En: And in Lapland's cold embrace, fear turned into strength and companionship.Sv: Det var en natt de alla skulle minnas, i isens och snöns rike, där norrskenet lyste upp inte bara himlen, utan även deras hjärtan.En: It was a night they would all remember, in the realm of ice and snow, where the northern lights lit up not only the sky but also their hearts.Sv: Slutet.En: The end. 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Niina Niskanen is a Finnish artist, writer and a folklorist who specialises in Finnish, Baltic and Sámi Mythology. She is an online educator and hosted “Heart of Mielikki,” one of the first online courses about Finnish mythology for non-Finnish speaking audiences. Niina is also an artist with a BA in illustration. Her work has been displayed in numerous art exhibitions in Finland and abroad. Niina is the author of the book "Mythology of The Sámi, Stories from the North" and she has Sámi ancestry from the Lapland of Sweden and Finland.  In this episode, we chat about Sámi myths, a beautiful legend about the northern lights, and some similarities between Finnish and Sámi mythology. Find Mythology of The Sámi: Stories from the North here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mythology-S%C3%A1mi-Stories-Niina-Niskanen-ebook/dp/B0BX73TRTN Find Niina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairychamberart/ Get your free guide to home protection the folklore way here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a member of the Fabulous Folklore Family for bonus episodes and articles at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Buy Icy a coffee or sign up for bonus episodes at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Fabulous Folklore Bookshop: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/fabulous_folklore Pre-recorded illustrated talks: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick/shop Request an episode: https://forms.gle/gqG7xQNLfbMg1mDv7 Get extra snippets of folklore on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick Find Icy on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/icysedgwick.bsky.social 'Like' Fabulous Folklore on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fabulousfolklore/

Tourists are heading to Finnish Lapland in the hopes of seeing the famous Northern Lights. Driving through the darkness, photographer Joona Forsgren is on a hunt for the aurora borealis. Veering onto a darkened Finnish Lapland road, Forsgren guides a group of tourists to a frozen lakeside spot. Forsgren started taking tourists “Northern Lights hunting” about five years ago. Back then, he was just one of a few. The captivating show can be visible from late August until early April. These odds tempt thousands of tourists northwards every winter, to Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland, which also boasts a Santa Claus village on the edge of the Arctic Circle. The city saw a record 1.2 million overnight visitors last year, an increase of almost 30 percent. Northern Lights tourism is a big business in Finnish Lapland. In 2016, one hotel hit the headlines after looking to hire a full-time “Northern Lights Spotter” for the winter season. According to NASA and the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the sun is currently at the maximum phase of its eleven-year cycle, making solar surges and Northern Lights more frequent. Photographer Forsgren says he's never seen anything like it. “During my five-year career, I haven't experienced this big and this frequent Northern Lights,” he says. “It has been really good.” But for those who are perhaps a little impatient, or can't stand the cold, Rovaniemi resident Reijo Kortesalmi created “Aurora Alert,” a real-time alert system that triggers once auroras are spotted in the night sky. “I have my own cameras, and they send images to my server,” explains Kortesalmi, sitting at his computer. “My software analyzes (whether) there are auroras or not. And if there is auroras, customers get an alert to their mobile phone.” This article was provided by The Associated Press.

Als het enkele dagen vriest, komt er ijs op plassen, vijvers, grachten en meren. En als het lang genoeg koud blijft, wordt dat ijslaagje dikker en dikker totdat je erop kan schaatsen. Maar... dat water zal nooit tot op de bodem bevriezen. Zelfs niet als het maanden- of jarenlang vriest. Ook in Lapland kan je een gat in het ijs zagen en ijsvissen. Fysicus Joris Dirckx (UAntwerpen) legt uit waarom de vissen niet vastvriezen tijdens de winter. Gastspreker: Joris Dirckx Redactie: Alexander Van Vlierberghe Eindredactie: Katleen Bracke Montage: Nabeeld Deze podcast is mogelijk dankzij de medewerking van KU Leuven, UAntwerpen, UGent, UHasselt, VUB en de Jonge Academie en komt tot stand met de steun van VRT en de Vlaamse overheid.

Ashy Bines relaunches her podcast as her former bestie spills the tea. Heidi and Spencer Pratt’s careers rise from the ashes. Matt Zukoskiw has dropped some juicy details about his honeymoon with Tammy Hembrow in Lapland. And Abbie Chatfield’s shock name revelation. Subscribe to Outspoken Plus Outspoken Plus is our subscription offering that provides subscribers with exclusive access to BONUS weekly episodes. Every week, we’ll be dropping content so juicy, we’ve had to put it behind a paywall. A monthly Outspoken Plus subscription costs $5.99 a month, or save with our annual package, for just $49.99 a year*. There are three ways you can become an Outspoken Plus subscriber. Apple users can subscribe via Apple Podcasts here: apple.co/outspoken, while Android users can subscribe via Spotify here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outspoken-plus/subscribe or Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/outspoken_plus. * An annual subscription is only available on Apple Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saying "goodbye" to Tex in a Laplandish tundra.   Join the Patreon for loads of extra content www.patreon.com/worldaroundewe

Christmas Eve in Lapland is a flurry of excitement, with elves, reindeer, and a sleigh full of toys coming together for the biggest night of the year! Join Father Christmas to discover the joy, laughter, and last-minute preparations that make the start of Father Christmas's journey so unforgettable. 

What do you give Mother Christmas, the heart of Lapland, who spends all her time giving to others? Join Father Christmas to hear how he and the elves worked together to create the most  amazing surprise that Mother Christmas has ever received! 

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We celebrate the season with an episode dedicated to the joys of eating in winter. First up, we get the scoop on why a successful London restaurant is expanding into serving up ice cream. Then: we’re in Singapore to learn about the craze for hotpot at this time of year. Plus: we head to Lapland for some fine dining at Tapio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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When a wild snowstorm sweeps through Lapland, even the pine trees bow under its frosty might—but where has little Minikin, the smallest elf in Lapland, gone? Join Father Christmas find out where Minkin was found! 

How has Lapland, the northernmost region of Finland, become a global hub for the Christmas economy? Known as the official home of Father Christmas, Lapland attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year - generating significant revenue. We head to the most popular Christmas spot, Rovaneimi, to hear how a resort there benefits from this tourism. And the head of the tourist board, Sanna Kärkkäinen, tells us how records are about to be broken.Presented and produced by Izzy Greenfield Reporter: Erika Benke(Picture: Lapland at night, showing illuminated buildings. Credit: BBC/Erika Benke)

Though we may celebrate some of the same holidays across regions and countries, we all do them so differently. Understanding those differences can help us to understand each other, it adds beauty to the season, and might even give you a new destination for your wishlist.  This year I'm chatting about holiday traditions with Samuel Dabinett, the GM of the famed Park Hyatt Sydney, Urban Axelsson from Swedish Lapland, and Gustavo Brana, from Buenos Aires, Argentina.  Urban shares stories from the Arctic Circle, while Samuel and Gustavo tell us how it feels to celebrate Christmas and New Years in the middle of summer. We chat food, traditions, fireworks, and special experiences galore.  So my friends, Salute, Cheers, and Skal. I hope you have a joyous holiday season ahead, be safe, thank you, thank you for listening and for all your support, and please enjoy this festive episode of Luxury Travel Insider.  Learn more at www.luxtravelinsider.com   Connect with me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn  

What happens when a batch of toys in Lapland turns out grumpy instead of jolly? Join Father Christmas for a playful tale of singing elves, a cheerful tune called "Busy Elves," and how a sprinkle of joy brought the toys back to their usual jolly way.  

Eeva Mäkinen is a Finnish photographer and adventurer celebrated for her evocative images of the Nordic wilderness. Her work captures the raw beauty of untamed landscapes, from the golden hues of Arctic sunsets to the Northern Lights to the serene stillness of misty boreal forests. With a deep connection to nature, Eeva's photography goes beyond mere documentation, offering an intimate glimpse into the profound relationship between humans and the natural world. Her distinctive style, characterized by moody tones, rich textures, and masterful use of light, has earned her a global following and collaborations with brands such as Nikon and Fjällräven.In this episode, we explore Eeva's creative journey and her philosophy of living in harmony with the environment. We delve into her process of finding inspiration in remote corners of the world, how she navigates the challenges of working in harsh climates, and the stories behind her most iconic photographs.Notable Links:Eeva Mäkinen WebsiteEeva Mäkinen InstagramThe Human Prompt*****This episode is brought to you by Luminar Neo.Powered by AI technologies, Luminar Neo streamlines the editing process and provides everything you could possibly need to get photos that will look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for both hobbyists and pros and includes cutting-edge editing tools – all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app.Luminar uses generative AI to intelligently analyze your photos and erase distracting elements in your compositions, add realistic objects that seamlessly blend into the background, or expand the frame in any direction. If that's not your thing, Luminar is still one of the most powerful photo editors for natural and realistic images too. Luminar Neo has all the features you need to enhance your images with precision and ease.And now you can receive a 15% discount on Luminar Neo by using BEYONDTHELENS discount code at checkout when visiting skylum.com.*****This episode is brought to you by Lexar.For more than 25 years, Lexar has  been trusted as a leading global brand of memory solutions so they know first-hand just how quickly content is transforming our world.Their award-winning lineup performs second-to-none and includes professional memory cards, card readers, and solid-state drives for creators of all skill levels.Whether shooting photos, capturing video, or transferring content on the go, Lexar provides the quality and performance you can rely on to get the shot with confidence.I've been using the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B GOLD memory cards with my Canon mirrorless cameras for years and they deliver the blazing speed and durability for the extreme weather conditions I encounter anywhere in the  world.To learn more about Lexar memory solutions, visit www.lexar.com.*****This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment.And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.

A golden bell is the ultimate symbol of status and respect here in Lapland. So how could an Elf as magical as Zauber, the head of the Elf Council, lose something so precious? Listen to find out!   

There is hardly a day that goes by in Lapland without a little mystery and today was no exception! Find out what happened when Travel Master discovers a mysterious suitcase left in Pathway Control!

Today was a very special day in Lapland as it was Sage's Cone Day. Elves are born from pinecones, and so when it's an Elf's birthday, we call it a Cone Day! But Sage, being the humble forest Elf he is, never likes to make a fuss over his Cone Day. Listen to hear how the elves threw him a brilliant surprise! 

Lapland is home to some of the fastest animals in the world: Father Christmas's Reindeer' and the Husky Heroes! So what happened when the Husky Heroes challenged the Reindeer Sleigh Team to a race? Listen to find out!  

When jingles—the shiny coins of Lapland—start mysteriously disappearing, the elves are baffled and the village is buzzing with curiosity. Join Father Christmas to find out how Tree High came to the rescue and discovered the unexpected culprit. 

It's the most delicious day of the year in Lapland—Mother Christmas's annual baking competition, where the elves whip up magical treats to dazzle and delight! This year, Conker's cheeky entry brings laughter, mischief, and a sprinkle of sugary magic to the sweetest showdown of the season!

Plume is one of the cheeriest and most treasured elves here in Lapland but has one little bad habit- she just cannot keep a secret! Join Father Christmas to find out what happened when some of the elves came up with a plan to teach her a lesson once and for all! 

A golden bell is the most prized award an elf can receive in Lapland- and Tinker is desperate for one!  What happens when Tinker, the apprentice elf, tries to craft himself a golden bell before he's ready? Join me for a tale of jingles, mischief, and a lesson in patience that shines as brightly as the bell itself! 

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Today was nothing short of magical here in Lapland! The Tree of Life revealed that a brand-new baby elf, known as an ‘elflet' was ready to be born. But what happened next truly took us all by surprise...Listen to find out! 

Did you know the first jack-in-the-box was invented right here in Lapland by none other than Conker, the silliest elf of all? Join Father Christmas to hear how one of his silly ideas turned into the most surprising toy in Christmas history—complete with giggles, mischief, and a pop of magic! 

It was the annual snowman making competition today in Lapland!  Join to hear the masterpieces that were made and how the competition took a delightfully unexpected twist! 

Have you heard the tale of Whittle, the humble clockmaker elf with a heart as steady as his ticking clocks? Discover how his love for a curious cuckoo led to a surprising adventure that changed his life—and Lapland's Toy Factory—forever! 

What happens when Mr. Badger, Bramble the Hedgehog, and Hopscotch the Rabbit leave their enchanted forest for their very first adventure in Lapland? Join Father Christmas to hear the story of when the woodland animals stepped through the magical  doorway to Lapland!    

**TRIGGER WARNING** There is discussion of Santa Claus and Lapland in this episode not suitable for younger ears!! More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Please follow and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk INSTAGRAM: @parentinghell Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available free everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. MAILING LIST: parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com Join the mailing list to be first to hear about live show dates and tickets, Parenting Hell merch and any other exciting news... A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hear the story of how a brave little penguin called Pipsqueak found his way from the South Pole to the heart of snowy Lapland. Join Father Christmas as he tells the tale of his icy adventure to become one of Lapland's most dearest friends!  

Shortwave Kitsch Season 6, Episode 3 Call the Lady Physician - Too Young to Feel This Darn Cold! Written by Brandon L. Joyner In this thrilling holiday-themed episode of Call the Lady Physician, Cliff Ryder and "not Elise" find themselves crash-landed in the frozen tundra of Lapland, only to stumble upon a team of treasure hunters and a centuries-old Finnish mystery. As they navigate icy caverns, unearth hidden national treasures, and face off against Soviet agents bent on stealing the prize, the team must work together to protect Finland's heritage. But with the stakes rising and the past literally crumbling around them, will they make it out of the caverns alive? Tune in to find out! “Call the Lady Physician” Cast: Tiffany Parker Copeland- Elise Banks Brandon L. Joyner - Cliff Ryder Luciana Marcial-Vincion - Astrid Nilsson Kerry Bowers - Ingrid Johannson David Englehart - Sven Anderson  Josh Christian - Henrick Erikkson Mike Hornacek - Dmitry Koslov Lizzie Harris - Irina Kusnezsky Lizzie Harris - Telegram Girl “Smoothpuff Cigarette Holder Commercial” Brandon L. Joyner - Salesman Tiffany Parker Copeland - Hazel Song - "Meet Me (Under the Mistletoe)" Sung by Chee-Hang See Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner  Song - ”Until Next Time” Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK  Music by Pedro M. Toro Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner  Narrated by David Joyner  “Call the Lady Physician Theme” by Pedro M. Toro  Music Direction and Accompaniment by Joanna Norwood  Sound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke Rash Production Team: Producer: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke Rash Sound Engineer: Matt Ciclon Sound Mixing: Matt Ciclon  Recorded by: Matt Ciclon Business Manager: Kristen N. Granet  Original episode art by Maddie Casto-Koebler Logo: Linkon This Episode is Proudly Brought to You by the Generous Support of: The Charleston Caroling Company (https://www.charlestoncarolingcompany.com/ ) Rusty Bull Brewing Co. ( https://rustybullbrewing.com/ ) The Greenery Florist (https://greeneryfloristcharleston.com/ ) Saltwater Cowboys ( https://www.saltwater-cowboys.com/) Special Thanks to: Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Eileen Lucas, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors! Connect with Us: Facebook & Instagram @swkradioshow Read episode transcripts! (Coming Soon!)  Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come. Support Our SWK Pod: patreon.com/SWKRadioShow --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shortwavekitschradioshow/support

Oh, crumbs! Mother Christmas's gingerbread has vanished! Join Pixie Mixie and Juniper on a sugar-dusted adventure to unravel the sweetest of mysteries that happened in Lapland today! 

Biodiversity and environment reporter Patrick Greenfield travels to Finnish Lapland to investigate the disappearance of its carbon sink, and its implications for the fight against global heating. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

En boomer-flight-radar-dag på Vesterbro, ‘Ovn Ovn Ovn', et skæbnesbestemt tilfælde i Lapland med Politiken, forbrugerombudsmanden med en uforståelig nyhed og retningslinjer, ‘alle er influencere, og det hele er reklame', Garmin-radaren var en gave, det er slut med stjernehimlen i Aarhus, Karsten Ree er Danmarks Elon Musk, Alexandra Sasha beder om Rusland, en løftet pegefinger til Moderaterne, landbrugsreklame på Danmarks Radio og det mest pinlige TV nogensinde sendt, Israel med skarpe skud mod FN-soldater, Harris på Fox News, se ValgAmok på Her Går Det Godt TV og Apotekerne skal kigge indad. Vil du høre hele episoden?Få 30 dages gratis prøveperiode (kan kun benyttes af nye Podimo-abonnenter): https://go.podimo.com/dk/hgdg(79 kroner herefter)Eller få 3 mdr. med 50% rabat (kan bruges af tidligere Podimo-abonnenter): https://go.podimo.com/dk/hgdgtilbud(79 kroner herefter)Værter: Esben Bjerre & Peter Falktoft Redigering: PodAmokKlip: PodAmokMusik: Her Går Det GodtInstagram: @hergaardetgodt @Peterfalktoft @Esbenbjerre

Discover the promising potential of Finland's gold-rich Lapland district with Valkea Resources (TSX.V: OZ | OTCQB: OZBKF | FSX: S600), a newcomer in the mining sector. In this interview from the Nordic Funds and Mines 2024 event on on September 25-26, 2024, CEO and Director Chris Donaldson discusses Valkea's strategic acquisition of gold exploration properties adjacent to Europe's largest gold producer, the Kittilä Mine. Learn about their promising discovery at the Paana Project, joint ventures with industry giants Kinross Gold and Rupert Resources, and their plans for upcoming drill programs. As gold prices approach record-highs, Donaldson shares insights on the yellow metal's importance as a safe haven investment and the company's potential for growth. With drilling set to commence within weeks, Valkea Resources offers investors an opportunity to be part of Finland's emerging gold story.Explore Valkea Resources and their projects: https://outbackgoldfields.com/Learn more about Nordic Funds & Mines: https://nordicfundsandmines.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/4ckWcAY-pW4And follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/@GlobalOneMedia?sub_confirmation=1