60 | How Denmark took down McDonald's

In this episode of What Are You Doing in Denmark, Derek and Brooke dig into a labor showdown you’ve probably never heard of: McDonald's versus Danish unions in the 1980s. What happens when a fast-food giant tries to bypass some of the best worker protections in the world? Let’s just say Denmark had a few surprises up its sleeve and McDonald's wasn't lovin' it. Come for the 80's nostalgia and stay for the rarely shared story of this David vs. Goliath battle that reshaped McDonald's in Denmark—and what it means for Danish fast food today.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/waydidpodWatch all episodes of What Are You Doing in Denmark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2FDerek Hartman:Instagram: https://instagram.com/robetrottingYouTube: https://youtube.com/c/robetrottingTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robetrottingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/robetrottingBrooke Black:Instagram: https://instagram.com/brookeblackjustTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookeblackjust🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: Get your tickets to see our 100th episode recorded live at Copenhagen's Comedy Zoo on Tuesday, 6 May at 19:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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-heard questions for 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 and been through all the ups and downs of living abroad and adjusting to the Danish lifestyle. They spare no details about fitting in, and not fitting in as foreigners in Denmark while keeping things light, positive, and often hilarious!Besides their personal trials and triumphs, you can expect expert guest who share their knowledge and enrich the dialogue. Both Danes and fellow internationals from all walks of life and corners of the globe frequent the podcast. 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 information.