Suomi–Finland Podcast

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**We're currently producing no more episodes, thank you all for tuning in! Welcome to an audio journey through all things Finnish and Finnish American! This Suomi–Finland Podcast was launched in honor of the centennial of Finland-U.S. diplomatic relations, celebrated in May 2019. What began as a #FINUS100 project by the Embassy of Finland in Washington D.C.'s Communications team, was continued further with a couple of episodes, featuring one also from Finland's Consulate General in Los Angeles. #SuomiFinlandPodcast

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Tom of Finland 100 Years – Celebrating the Internationally Renowned Finnish Artist and Liberator

Tom of Finland (born Touko Laaksonen, May 8th 1920 – November 7th 1991) has long been recognized as one of the 20th century’s great visual innovators. His erotic art assumes a key role in the art historical discourse, as well as occupying a place in every corner of the popular imagination. This episode celebrates the 100th anniversary since Tom’s birth and reflects on his immeasurable legacy spanning art, society and popular culture. This time, you will hear from Finland at the West Coast as Tra...

May 07, 2020•31 min

Winter War – Finnish and American Perspectives on the Past

On March 13th, 2020, Finland commemorated the 80th Anniversary of the end of the Winter War. Why is the legacy of the Winter War so important to modern-day Finland? What were at the time Americans' perspectives on the War between Finland and the Soviet Union? Listen to learn more, and remember to check out further reading materials linked below. In late 2019, the Embassy of Finland hosted a seminar and panel discussion on the Winter War, where we were able to talk to both Finnish and American ex...

Apr 14, 2020•34 min

Love Letter to All Things Finnish American – FinnFest USA 2019 Detroit

FinnFest USA is an annual festival full of great food, folk dances, seminars and culture, all celebrating the Finnish American diaspora. On this first episode of the 2020, Suomi-Finland Podcast gives you small samples of the festival atmosphere from Detroit. You'll also learn more about a Finnish American musician called Steve Solkela, who shares his thoughts on his heritage. FinnFest USA website: https://finnfest.us/ Steve Solkela's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LLXUUoywvi...

Jan 31, 2020•12 min

ISMO – Conversation about Comedy with the Funniest Finn in America | Suomi–Finland Podcast

How to be professionally funny in another language? How does it feel to start building your career from scratch in the US, when you’ve already made it in your own country in Europe? Ismo Leikola, a Finnish stand-up comedian is doing it all, building a successful career in comedy in the US. Ismo and Embassy of Finland’s Communications Coordinator, avid comedy fan Satu Järveläinen, sat down to discuss all the tricks of the trade behind making people laugh across cultures. Listen to find out also w...

Nov 01, 2019•27 min

Finnish “Floorball Evangelist” Introduces Texans to Nordic Sport

Jukka Kotti, a Texan Finn, is an avid advocate for an indoor team sport called floorball. He describes the game as “gentleman hockey, without the violence” and speaks to people about it everywhere in North Texas – even in the cashier’s line of a grocery store. Listen to the podcast to find out how hundreds of thousands of kids have gotten a taste of the game with the help of Dallas Stars. Interviewer: Satu Järveläinen, Communications Coordinator, Embassy of Finland in Washington D.C. History of ...

Sep 30, 2019•17 min

Finnish and American Diplomat In Epicenter of World Events

Two experienced diplomats, one from Finland and the other from the United States share their memories of important moments in the Finnish – U.S. diplomatic relations' history. These two diplomats have witnessed global events from up close, and shared their knowledge in countless occasions for the public. Interviewees: Mr. James Ford Cooper worked at the U.S. Embassy in Helsinki during the Cold War, first as Political Counselor from 1976-1979 and later as Deputy Chief of Mission from 1984-1986. H...

Jul 31, 2019•18 min

Finn Spark (Kipinä-Kerho) - 70 Years Of Doing Good | Suomi–Finland Podcast

Did you know that the first baby incubator, keskoskaappi, in Finland was made possible thanks to the funds raised by a Finnish American ladies association? On our 3rd episode of the Suomi–Finland Podcast, you’ll get an in-depth look into this now 70-year old Finnish American charity, called Finn Spark (Kipinä-Kerho). "The mission of Finn Spark, Inc. (Kipinä-Kerho) is to engage in charitable, educational, and cultural activities; to raise funds to benefit the elderly and children’s causes, and to...

Jun 28, 2019•13 min

Learning About Finnish American Treasures | Suomi–Finland Podcast

The Library of Congress has a great collection of Finnish items, everything from antique maps to modern and historical books, songs, newspapers and beyond. Reference Specialist Ms. Taru Spiegel helps all Finland enthusiasts to find what they need from the archives. In this episode of Suomi–Finland Podcast, we'll take a brief look at what stories some of these materials reveal to us about the past lives of the Finnish American community here in the US. Additional information Link to the Library o...

May 23, 2019•18 min

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