{"podcast":{"title":"What Are You Doing in Denmark?","slug":"what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-6590526","podcast_index_feed_id":6590526,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/64ce8aa990d002001133d0dd","website_url":"https://shows.acast.com/what-are-you-doing-in-denmark","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/64ce8aa990d002001133d0dd/1732705094242-df63ac3c-e21a-4450-9f35-ed78e7abb623.jpeg","author":"Derek Hartman","episode_count":162,"summary":"What are You Doing in Denmark is the podcast that helps you make Denmark makes sense. The name is inspired by \" hvad laver du i Danmark, \" one of the most-asked questions of foreigners living amongst the Danes. This show delivers a blend of education, entertainment, and virtual group therapy from your hosts Derek Hartman, Conrad Molden, Brooke Black, and Mike Walsh. The WAYDID crew have been living in Denmark for years. They've been through all the ups and downs of living abroad and adjusting to the Danish lifestyle. Their stories spare no detail about fitting in, and not fitting in as foreigners in Denmark. The show keeps things light, positive, often hilarious - and always real. Besides their personal trials and triumphs, you can expect wonderful guests who share their knowledge and enrich the dialogue. Fellow internationals from all walks of life and corners of the globe frequent the podcast - even some Danes have been known to stop by for a yap. Authors, musicians, comedians, actors, and more share their knowledge, advice, and experiences on What Are You Doing in Denmark, the podcast that helps you make Denmark make sense . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-6590526"},"episode":{"title":"160 | Why So Many Internationals Leave Denmark (Even After Landing the Dream Job)","slug":"160-why-so-many-internationals-leave-denmark-even-after-landing-the-dream-job","published_at":"2026-05-26T03:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-6590526/160-why-so-many-internationals-leave-denmark-even-after-landing-the-dream-job","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-6590526","url":"https://shows.acast.com/what-are-you-doing-in-denmark/episodes/160-why-so-many-internationals-leave-denmark-even-after-land","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/64ce8aa990d002001133d0dd/e/6a14a8b8cb11d38a8b75c795/media.mp3","summary":"Denmark says it needs international talent. So why do so many internationals still feel uncertain about building a future here? In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark , Derek talks with Dan Rosenberg from Copenhagen Capacity about the reality behind working and staying in Denmark as an international. They discuss why many internationals feel “professionally stuck” in Denmark and the hidden career challenges foreigners face after getting hired that make changing jobs can feel risky - especially when your residency depends on employment. Along the way they discuss how this squares with Denmark’s growing dependence on non-EU workers and why political rhetoric often doesn’t match economic reality. It's not all doom and gloom, Dan highlights some Danish municipalities that are actually doing international retention well while explaining why welcoming internationals takes more than just work permits. The conversation also explores the future of international talent in Denmark, whether Denmark is truly competing globally for skilled workers, and what needs to change for internationals to feel wanted and not just needed. Whether you’re newly arrived, job hunting, considering permanent residency, or wondering if Denmark is really a long-term fit, this episode offers one of the most honest conversations yet about life as an international in Denmark. 💼 Check out a Kintobe Bag with your EXCLUSIVE listener discount of 20% at: Kintobe.dk Mentioned Resopurces: Copenhagen Capacity International House Copenhagen Go to Sønderborg Kalundborg Municipality SIRI (Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration) Life in Denmark 🎟️ Come see the show in person! See our LIVE SHOW at Copenhagen's Comedy Zoo on 9 March at 19:00 Tickets are available HERE ➡️ https://www.comed…","meta_description":"Denmark says it needs international talent. 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