The Arctic Circle Podcast
The Arctic Circle Podcast brings together voices from the growing international community dedicated to the future of the Arctic and our planet. This podcast showcases a collection of inspiring and informative speeches, sessions, and dialogues from heads of state, government officials, ministers, parliamentarians, experts, scientists, entrepreneurs, business leaders, indigenous representatives, environmentalists, students, activists, and other Arctic enthusiasts.
Explore topics such as climate change, geopolitics, indigenous affairs, business, energy, shipping, ocean health, and societal issues.Topics include Climate change, Geopolitics, Indigenous Affairs, Business, Energy, Shipping, Oceans and Societal Issues.
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Episodes
226 episodes
The Faroe Islands at the Arctic Crossroads
What does it mean to be at the geographic and geopolitical crossroads of Europe, North America, and the Arctic? And what role do the Faroe Islands envision playing in the Arctic and the world?Joining the conversation is Aksel Vilhelm...
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Season 10
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Episode 14
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17:33
Finland in the Arctic
What is Finland’s vision for a peaceful, stable, and sustainable Arctic amid the current geopolitical and strategic tensions in the region? And how is Finland working to integrate Arctic perspectives into Europe’s and NATO’s collective security...
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Season 10
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Episode 13
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26:12
Iceland’s Role in Arctic Security and Stability
What role does Iceland have to play in Arctic security and stability? And how is the country addressing emerging challenges and opportunities in the region?Joining the conversation is Kristrún Frostadóttir, Prime Minister, Icelan...
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Season 10
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Episode 12
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17:27
The Canadian Arctic
What is Canada’s approach and policy in the Arctic, and how important are partnerships in advancing these priorities?Joining the conversation is Hon. Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs & Minister Respo...
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Season 10
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Episode 11
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27:14
The Arctic-Space Connection
What is the role and importance of space in and for the Arctic? How are the Arctic and space sectors connected, and what opportunities does the growth of the space industry present for the region?Joining the conversation are:
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Season 10
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Episode 10
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39:18
Greenland in the Arctic and the World
What are Greenland’s vision and priorities in the Arctic and the world? And how is the government addressing opportunities and challenges in the region?Joining the conversation are:Vivian Motzfeldt, Greenland’s Minist...
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29:23
Denmark in the Arctic
What are Denmark’s vision and priorities in the Arctic? And how is the country addressing emerging challenges and opportunities in the region?Joining the conversation is Lars Løkke Rasmussen, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Denma...
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Season 10
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Episode 8
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17:05
The Chairship of the Arctic Council 2025-2027
How is the Arctic Council functioning in today’s geopolitical context? And what is the blueprint under the Kingdom of Denmark’s Chairship for 2025–2027?Joining the conversation are:Kenneth Høegh, Arctic Ambassador, Ki...
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Season 10
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Episode 7
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20:27
The Future of Mining in Greenland
What opportunities and challenges does mining in Greenland present, and how can the interests of local communities, industry, and the environment be balanced?Joining the conversation are:Sara Olsvig, International Cha...
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Season 10
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Episode 6
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45:37
NATO’s Arctic Priorities
What are NATO’s strategic priorities in the Arctic, and how is the Alliance responding to evolving security challenges in the region?Joining the conversation is Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Chair of the NATO Military Committee....
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Season 10
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Episode 5
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37:22
Arctic Shipbuilding & Icebreakers
How will shipbuilding - and the next generation of icebreakers - help keep the Arctic open, safe, and connected for research, trade, security, and the people who call the region home?Joining the conversation is James Davies, CEO ...
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Season 10
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Episode 4
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33:26
The American Vision
What should be the United States’ priorities, responsibilities, and engagement in the Arctic?Joining the conversation are U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski and U.S. Senator Angus King who share their insights on United States’ r...
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Season 10
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Episode 3
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38:23
The 2025 Arctic Circle Business Forum
In this episode, Friðrika Geirsdóttir, Director of the Arctic Circle Business Forum, and H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland, officially kickoff the 2025 Arctic Circle Business Fo...
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Season 10
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Episode 2
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11:26
The 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly
In this episode, H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland, opens the 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly - held at the Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre in Reykjavík, Iceland, from October 16t...
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Season 10
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Episode 1
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8:40
The Geopolitical, Geoscientific, and Geoeconomic Arctic
In this episode, we bring you an open dialogue on the Arctic’s growing geopolitical, geoscientific, and geoeconomic importance. The Session was co-moderated by H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Icela...
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Season 9
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Episode 24
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33:02
Polar Connections
In this episode, we discuss how the polar regions serve as bridges connecting Asia with the global community, highlighting collaborative efforts and partnerships that address urgent challenges and drive scientific discovery and innovation.<...
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Season 9
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Episode 23
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51:36
Climate Action for Arctic Biodiversity
In this episode, we focus on Arctic biodiversity, which supports food security and the livelihoods of Arctic communities. Yet today, with climate change accelerating, these ecosystems are under threat of irreversible loss.Moderating the...
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Season 9
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Episode 22
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53:49
Interpolar Knowledge Exchange Program
In this episode, we discuss knowledge exchange between the Arctic and the Hindu-Kush Himalaya. The conversation emphasizes two-way interactions between the regions, and stresses the need for an interdisciplinary network of scholars to study bot...
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Season 9
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Episode 21
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57:26
The Evolving Arctic Order
In this episode, we look at the role of non-Arctic states in Arctic governance, and how broader shifts in the global order are affecting the region.Moderating the session was Larry Ibrahim Mohammed, PhD Research Scholar at UiT - The Arc...
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Season 9
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Episode 20
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1:02:51
How Arctic Climate Change Affects Asian Climate
In this episode, we talk about how changes in the Arctic region are influencing Asian climate patterns, including monsoons, and the effects on communities in some of the world’s most populated regions.Moderating the session was Manish T...
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Season 9
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Episode 19
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49:57
Unlocking the Arctic potential
In this episode, we look at the importance of global cooperation in responding to the challenges facing the Arctic. As the region transforms, questions of sustainability, governance, and shared responsibility are becoming central to its future ...
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Season 9
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Episode 18
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1:00:08
The Arctic and the Hindu-Kush Himalaya – Part 2
In this episode, we continue our series on the Arctic and the Hindu-Kush Himalaya — this time turning from science to policy and action. What do recent findings mean for decision-making? And how can the concept of a cryosphere corridor g...
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Season 9
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Episode 17
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51:39
The Arctic and the Hindu-Kush Himalaya – Part 1
In this episode, we begin a two-part series on the links between the Arctic and the Hindu-Kush Himalaya. We start with the science: how research in these two regions, together described as a cryosphere corridor, reveals shared challenges of mel...
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Season 9
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Episode 16
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59:35
The Arctic from Outer Space
In this episode, we look up to the Arctic sky. Connectivity has always been a challenge in the North: for shipping routes, for scientific research, and for the daily lives of Arctic communities. Now, with new ground stations being built in the ...
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Season 9
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Episode 15
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46:15
Towards A Global Arctic Science Policy Initiative
In this episode, we explore the growing involvement of the Global South in Arctic research and why it matters. This session discusses the possibility of creating a Global Arctic Science Policy Initiative as a collaborative research...
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Season 9
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Episode 14
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53:20