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98 | Copenhagen’s Little Mermaid: The Strange Saga of Denmark’s Most Famous Statue
Manage episode 483810993 series 3529085
You’ve seen the Instagram photos and passed the crowds in Copenhagen — but how much do you really know about the Little Mermaid statue?
In this episode, Derek, Mike, and Conrad have a laugh-filled discussion about the strange history of Denmark’s most iconic statue. From her origins in a Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale to being commissioned by a Danish beer magnate, to her many beheadings and even a diplomatic detour to China — the Little Mermaid has seen it all.
Laugh along as the guys explore her controversies, vandalism, obscure trivia, and some outrageous one-star reviews of the statue. There are some big feelings in Denmark and beyond so if you're planning a trip to Copenhagen or just love weird cultural history, this episode is for you!
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected] and be a part of a future episode
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
email: [email protected]
Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
See Conrad Live: https://www.conradmolden.dk
Mike Walsh:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/phillymike999
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
98 episodes
Manage episode 483810993 series 3529085
You’ve seen the Instagram photos and passed the crowds in Copenhagen — but how much do you really know about the Little Mermaid statue?
In this episode, Derek, Mike, and Conrad have a laugh-filled discussion about the strange history of Denmark’s most iconic statue. From her origins in a Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale to being commissioned by a Danish beer magnate, to her many beheadings and even a diplomatic detour to China — the Little Mermaid has seen it all.
Laugh along as the guys explore her controversies, vandalism, obscure trivia, and some outrageous one-star reviews of the statue. There are some big feelings in Denmark and beyond so if you're planning a trip to Copenhagen or just love weird cultural history, this episode is for you!
🗣️ You can leave your own voice note for us here: speakpipe.com/waydid or email [email protected] and be a part of a future episode
Don’t forget to share this podcast with any friends who have made the move to Denmark.
For more clips and tips on living in Denmark and follow us on social media:
What Are You Doing in Denmark podcast:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/waydidpod
email: [email protected]
Watch these episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F
Derek Hartman:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrotting
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrotting
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrotting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrotting
Conrad Molden:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/conradmoldencomedy
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/conradmolden
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@conradmolden
Facebook: https://facebook.com/conradmolden
See Conrad Live: https://www.conradmolden.dk
Mike Walsh:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/phillymike999
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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