HeyJaredGlaciGo (English) Iceland
My name is Hamid. I am a licensed tour guide based in Iceland and the founder of GlaciGo. Through this podcast, I take you on immersive audio journeys to Iceland’s most iconic and authentic regions, combining clear descriptions, local stories, and real travel experience.🎧 On…
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Does Icelandic Language Purism Make Integration Harder for Immigrants? (opens the original)
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Icelandic has a strong tradition of creating its own words instead of borrowing them from other languages. But what does that mean for people learning Icelandic after moving to the country? This episode explores how language, identity, and everyday communication shape immigrants’ sense of belonging in Iceland. Glacigo.com
Björk’s Battle Against Fish Farming in Iceland (opens the original)
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What happens when one of Iceland’s most distinctive voices speaks up for its wild waters? In this episode, we explore Björk’s opposition to open-net salmon farming and the debate over its impact on Iceland’s wildlife and fjords. Discover how music, activism, and environmental concerns come together in a story about the future of the island’s waters. Glacigo.com
Iceland’s True Independence: 1918 or 1944? (opens the original)
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Two dates, one nation’s journey. Did Iceland become independent in 1918, or was 1944 the real turning point? In this episode, we explore the difference between becoming a sovereign state and declaring a republic, Iceland’s ties to the Danish crown, and the meaning behind these two milestones. Discover how a small North Atlantic island shaped its own future—and why its independence story has more than one defining moment. Glacigo.com
How Vikings Built a Society Without Kings (opens the original)
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How did Viking communities function without a powerful king controlling everything? In this episode, we explore how early Norse societies used local assemblies, shared laws, and community decision-making to govern themselves—and why Iceland became one of the most fascinating examples of this system. Glacigo.com
Iceland’s Isolated Animals and the Bias in How We See Them (opens the original)
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Why do some animals in Iceland seem more special, strange, or even more “worthy” of protection than others? In this episode, we explore Iceland’s isolated wildlife, how geography shaped these animals, and how human bias influences the way we judge, admire, and protect different species. Glacigo.com
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