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Explore Finland Radio Show

Explore Finland Radio Show

52 episodes

A Brit living in Finland's Wild West. In each episode, Mark Wiltshear interviews Finnish people to learn about things to do when you visit Finland! Often recorded out on location in the South Ostrobothnia region of Western Finland, Mark's relaxed style helps Finns open-up and share about their passion, interest or business. Listen in to learn about Finnish nature, culture, history, sport, attractions, activities and more…

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Into Seinajoki: Entrepreneur Story Mokka Market International Food Shop

Published: Nov. 9, 2022, 10:02 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 21 seconds

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Kuortane Terwaviikko: Preserving South Ostrobothnias Tar-making Tradition

Published: Oct. 23, 2022, 9 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 46 seconds

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The History & Tradition of Tar-making in Kuortane

Published: Oct. 16, 2022, 6:13 p.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 28 seconds

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SF-Caravan-Kalajarvi: A Year-round Family Resort & Activity Centre in South Ostrobothnia

Published: June 9, 2022, 6:01 p.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 5 seconds

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Finnish Sauna Festivals - live at Kalajarven Saunafestarit 2019

Published: May 8, 2022, 2:49 p.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 28 seconds

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Pyhavuori The Holy Mountain of Alajarvi

Published: Feb. 17, 2022, 4:41 p.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 6 seconds

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A Tour of Art and Culture Centre Kalevan Navetta

Published: June 3, 2021, 6 a.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 59 seconds

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The History of Art and Culture Centre Kalevan Navetta

Published: June 2, 2021, 4:30 p.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 34 seconds

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Introducing the What's On in Southern Ostrobothnia podcast - April 2021 [PILOT]

Published: April 30, 2021, 12:53 p.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 54 seconds

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[PILOT] What's On in Southern Ostrobothnia, April 2021

Published: April 30, 2021, 12:53 p.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 54 seconds

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World Record Ice Carousel & Ice Festival on Lake Lappajarvi

Published: March 18, 2021, 4:28 p.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 21 seconds

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Exploring Katikankanjoni with Glenn Murray, The Nordic Tourist

Published: Feb. 13, 2021, 4:25 p.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 7 seconds

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"Ammunition, Fascism & Photography" A Few Steps Through The History Of Lapua

Published: July 28, 2019, 1:15 p.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 50 seconds

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A Guided Tour Of Culture Centre 'Vanha Paukku' in Lapua

Published: July 18, 2019, 1:13 p.m.
Duration: 56 minutes 33 seconds

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#VisitSeinajoki: Exciting Days Out For Families & Teenagers at Theme Parks & Activity Centres

Published: June 23, 2019, 1:11 p.m.
Duration: 11 minutes 56 seconds

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Finnish Rugby. Seinajoki Rugby. Snow Rugby!

Published: June 9, 2019, 1:08 p.m.
Duration: 51 minutes 31 seconds

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#VisitSeinajoki: Shopping For Interesting Gifts & Locally Produced Textiles

Published: May 30, 2019, 1:06 p.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 37 seconds

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A Guided Tour of Kyro Whisky & Gin Distillery

Published: April 27, 2019, 1:03 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes 34 seconds

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The Bloody History of Kyro Village & The Origins of Kyro Distillery

Published: April 21, 2019, 1:01 p.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 12 seconds

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#VisitSeinajoki: Nature Trails, Beaches & Foraging In The Forests

Published: April 2, 2019, 12:56 p.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 46 seconds

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A Winter Visit To Ahtari Zoo & Snow Panda Resort

Published: Feb. 14, 2019, 1:46 p.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 34 seconds

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Mark Wiltshear's 12-minute Conversation with Engel Jones

Published: Feb. 27, 2018, 10 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 27 seconds

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Preserving The Culture Of A Lost Karelia

Published: Feb. 11, 2018, 9:58 a.m.
Duration: 43 minutes 6 seconds

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A Tour Around Lappajarvi: Europe's Largest Crater Lake

Published: Jan. 28, 2018, 9:55 a.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 24 seconds

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The Mysterious Church Stables In Narpes

Published: Jan. 14, 2018, 9:52 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 40 seconds

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Tradition & 'Magic': Finnish Puukko Knives

Published: Dec. 31, 2017, 9:50 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 4 seconds

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Kristina Vanni's Homefarm Cookbook: Taking Finnish Cuisine Into American Kitchens

Published: Dec. 4, 2017, 9:46 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 33 seconds

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Ice-hole Swimming & Sauna. A Natural High!

Published: Feb. 20, 2016, 6:52 p.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 16 seconds

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Beer Tasting At Mallaskoski Brewery

Published: Feb. 7, 2016, 6:49 p.m.
Duration: 43 minutes 54 seconds

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Jussi Paita, The Ostrobothnian Uniform

Published: Jan. 24, 2016, 6:44 p.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 4 seconds

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The 'Film & Lights' Festival at Matti's Cottage Cinema

Published: Jan. 17, 2016, 6:39 p.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 43 seconds

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The Magic Of Midnight Golf In Finland

Published: Jan. 10, 2016, 6:36 p.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 12 seconds

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Finnish Food: The Good, The Bad & The Weird

Published: Dec. 20, 2015, 6:34 p.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 29 seconds

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Reconstructing Finland's Emigrant History

Published: Dec. 13, 2015, 6:28 p.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 32 seconds

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Finnish Festivals: Midesummer Metal & Tango Camper Vans

Published: Dec. 6, 2015, 6:19 p.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 52 seconds

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Provinssirock Festival & The Finnish Music Scene

Published: Nov. 29, 2015, 6:09 p.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 46 seconds

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Launch Of The Finnish Football Show. Episode 1: Veikkausliiga 2015 Review

Published: Nov. 22, 2015, 5:58 p.m.
Duration: 56 minutes 14 seconds

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How Much Does Finland Love Ice Cream?

Published: Nov. 15, 2015, 5:46 p.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 16 seconds

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SJK Seinajoki - 2015 Season Review. Veikkausliiga Champions | Suomen Mestarit

Published: Nov. 8, 2015, 5:40 p.m.
Duration: 53 minutes 46 seconds

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'Jokkis' Finnish Folk Racing Motor Sport For 'Everyman'

Published: Nov. 1, 2015, 5:33 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 3 seconds

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In Competition On The Frisbee Golf Course

Published: Oct. 25, 2015, 4:27 p.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 1 second

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Finnish Music Traditions: From Folk To Rap!

Published: Oct. 18, 2015, 4:16 p.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 55 seconds

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The History of Emigration from Finland

Published: Oct. 11, 2015, 4:09 p.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 17 seconds

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Apollo FC: The Pink Dogs' Noble Goals

Published: April 21, 2015, 1:26 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 28 seconds

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The Finnish Political System & Voting in the General Election

Published: April 6, 2015, 6:54 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 48 seconds

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International Business Degree Students at SeAMK, Finland [part 1]

Published: March 28, 2015, 6:48 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 32 seconds

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High-speed Motor Racing On Ice at Botniaring

Published: March 15, 2015, 6:42 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 37 seconds

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Discovering Salibandy* in Seinajoki

Published: Feb. 22, 2015, 7:38 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 14 seconds

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Finland's Olympic Training Centre in Kuortane

Published: Feb. 22, 2015, 7:38 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 8 seconds

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Distilling Moonshine, Finland's Prohibition Era and Koskenkorva Vodka

Published: Feb. 14, 2015, 7:34 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 40 seconds

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A Tour of the Alvar Aalto Centre in Seinajoki [part 1]

Published: Jan. 31, 2015, 3:55 p.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 26 seconds

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Just Why Is The Sauna So Important To Finns?

Published: Jan. 24, 2015, 3:51 p.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 39 seconds

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Buying and Selling at Finland's Flea Markets

Published: Jan. 16, 2015, 12:17 p.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 40 seconds

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Evie Goes to Restaurant Day in Vaasa

Published: Jan. 9, 2015, 12:15 p.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 47 seconds

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Finnish Football Culture and the Rise of SJK Seinajoki

Published: Dec. 19, 2014, 12:12 p.m.
Duration: 54 minutes 8 seconds

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In the Woods with the Moose Hunting Team

Published: Dec. 4, 2014, 7:33 p.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 47 seconds

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Foraging for Mushrooms in Finland's Forests

Published: Dec. 3, 2014, 7:32 p.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 28 seconds

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Welcome to the Explore Finland Radio Show

Published: Dec. 2, 2014, 7:22 p.m.
Duration: 11 minutes 22 seconds

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