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In this episode, we explore the crucial role of Indigenous communities in the green transition. From the Arctics to Australia, we examine how Indigenous voices must be heard to strike a balance between the pursuit of the "green gold rush" and the preservation of cultural heritage and human rights. 

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Green gold rush on Indigenous land

In this episode, we explore the crucial role of Indigenous communities in the green...
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Striving for gender equality in the media podcast

Striving for gender equality in the media

Despite progress towards gender equality, women's voices remain underrepresented in the...
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2030: A deadline for sustainable change

Do you sometimes wonder if the world is making progress on reaching the 17 SDGs? Now is a...
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Energy security in a new geopolitical reality

In this episode, we take a closer look at how to increase energy security.
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Civil defense and resilient societies

In this episode, we examine the importance of involving civil society in resisting threats...
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Finding common ground in diverse cities podcast episode

Finding common ground in diverse cities

The different neighborhoods, and their unique atmosphere, is what makes cities across the...
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Skills of tomorrow – what should children learn

Skills of tomorrow – what should children learn?

In this episode, we explore how we best can equip and prepare our children for the future...
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Compensating for climate damage

Compensating for climate damage

In this episode, we look at what it will take to implement the loss and damage fund...
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Putting sound to global challenges

‘Nordic Talks’ is a series of talks and podcast episodes addressing the biggest global challenges. 

Through conversations with some of the brightest minds in the Nordics and their counterparts from around the world we want to provide a space for contemplation and to share inspiration on how to take action on sustainability issues in our everyday lives. All Nordic Talks are dedicated to addressing the UN's Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) challenges.

 
NORDIC TALKS is brought to you by The Nordics, a project under The Nordic Council of Ministers.

YOU CAN MEET THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE IN OUR PODCAST

Thinkers and doers from around the world who are concerned about the planet we all share.

Jenny Wik Karlsson (Sweden)

Jenny Wik Karlsson (Sweden)

Jenny Wik Karlsson is CEO and Senior Legal Adviser at Sámiid Riikkasearvi, an association...

Chris Croker (Australia)

Chris Croker (Australia)

Chris Croker is Managing Director of Impact Investment Partners and is on the steering...

  Rod Campbell (Australia)

Rod Campbell (Australia)

Rod Campbell is an economist working with the economics of fossil fuel industries. He has...

Thora Arnorsdottir (Iceland)

Thora Arnorsdottir (Iceland)

Thora Arnorsdottir was until recently a managing editor in TV News and Current Affairs at...

Keiko Yamamoto (Japan)

Keiko Yamamoto (Japan)

Keiko Yamamoto is a senior commentator and Senior Manager of the News Division of Nagoya...

Anu Ubaud

Anu Ubaud (Finland)

Anu Ubaud is the Chief Operating Officer and founder of United Imaginations, a brand and...

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All Nordic Talks are dedicated to addressing the SDG challenges. We want to inspire each other to act – for a better, more sustainable future.

In August 2019 The Nordic Council of Ministers set the ambitious goal for the Nordic Region to become the most sustainable and integrated region in the world by 2030. Read the council's 'Vision 2030' here.