Modern Danish democracy and the quality of life

Denmark is one of the oldest democracies in the world. It stands on the values of equality, solidarity, individual freedom, and of the unspoken agreement that it is okay to disagree. This episode explores how a flourishing democracy tends to correlate with high levels of trust, happiness and quality of life. Host: Emma Elisabeth Holtet. Guest: Professor Svend-Erik Skaaning, Aarhus University.

Om Podcasten

Have you ever wondered why the Danes, who were once some of Europe’s most feared warriors, the notorious Vikings, are now one of the happiest, most trusting, most equal, and most democratic people in the world? The podcast “Let’s Talk about Denmark” takes a closer look at the Danes and the values of their welfare state and explores how happiness, trust, welfare and democracy go hand in hand. The podcast is produced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark in cooperation with Aarhus University Press. Read more about Denmark on www.Denmark.dk. Host: Emma Elisabeth Holtet.