Your Monthly Dose of Europe gives you all the information you need to better understand the European Union – from EU institutions to elections to history. Each episode is filled with expert knowledge on different EU-related topics.
This podcast is a project by Brännpunkt Europa, a student-led organization of Gothenburg University, and K103 Gothenburg’s Student Radio.
In this episode, we will be discussing the election in Denmark that took place March 24th. The discussion will include information on the different political parties that are involved in the election, how the election work, how their parliament work, the different topics during the elections and the results of the election itself.
The guest in today’s episode is Jonas Degn, currently studying economics at the University of Gothenburg.
Host: Olle Johansson
This is a podcast in collaboration with Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Gothenburg Student Radio.
20 Nov 2025
Abortion and reproductive rights in Europe
In this episode, we will be discussing abortion and reproductive rights throughout Europe. We will talk about the different types of laws that exist regarding abortion, as well as the various societal factors surrounding the subject, including anti-choice and pro-choice groups and the impact they have on reproductive rights.
The guest in today’s episode is Katarina Bergehed, Senior Policy Advisor on SRHR, women’s and LGBTI people’s rights at Amnesty International Sweden.
Host: Olle Johansson
This is a podcast in collaboration with Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Gothenburg Student Radio.
29 Oct 2025
Moldovan Elections 2025 – The road to EU membership & foreign influence
For the first episode of this academic year we will have a discussion about the recent parliamentary election that took place in Moldova on 28 September 2025. We will also talk about everyone involved in the election, foreign influence, the history of the country and much more.
The guest of today's episode who will guide us through all of this is Cristian Velixar, currently studying political communication at the University of Gothenburg.
He is also a labour rights activist, and a cat worshiper!
Host: Olle Johansson
This is a podcast in collaboration with Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Gothenburg Student Radio.
23 Dec 2024
To Be (EU) or Not to Be: The Case of Georgia and Moldova
"2024 has been dubbed the "Super Election Year" because nearly half of the world population in more than 70 countries are heading to the polls. Two smaller states at the outskirts of Europe - Georgia and Moldova - are also holding their elections with implications for Europe's stability and future.
In this second episode, we talk about election results, foreign policy decisions, and pro-democracy mobilization campaigns. To guide us through this, we have with us Johannes Milich - European Studies graduate from the University of Gothenburg -, and Luka Khvardzikia - Sociology and Intercultural Mediation student from the University of Wroclaw, originally from Tblisi.
Hosts: Janis Daudzvards & Samuele Arioli
Podcast team: Abigail Sportza, Athini Perera, Janis Daudzvards & Samuele Arioli
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs studentradio
11 Nov 2024
Gender Equality in Europe
In the first episode of this academic year, we dive into the topic of gender equality, identity and social movements in Europe. To guide us through this, we have with us Katarzyna Wojnicka, associate professor of Sociology at the University of Gothenburg.
Hosts: Janis Daudzvards & Samuele Arioli
Podcast team: Abigail Sportza, Athini Perera, Janis Daudzvards & Samuele Arioli
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs studentradio
20 May 2024
Brexit and EU-UK relations
Your Monthly Dose of Europe is back, and Karolin and Eugenia are concluding the spring semester of 2024 with this episode! Together with Jens Norrby, PhD candidate at the University of Gothenburg, we’re talking about Brexit, the EU, EU-UK relations and everything in between!
Hosts: Karolin Wanek & Eugenia Hanniffy
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.
Link to the Brännpunkt elections event (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdg8_-Wjj3W3PrhrJsKE0gBSr6FVZkKi2za8rmlXppKuR82Xw/viewform?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabFGVBpIBXOCXC80NXNzXmiYw9KCZWgnbWhH0zHAncGhfoYzYs89GtDrgw_aem_AWW3itVeQ7ZgeFyD3hD8_FQOOUCjaJy2SOldiMlhBi7t7WxsW8Ghysdwf_PB_NfGv_rPizj-m7nS5EM-iNyklekl)
Link to learn more on how to vote: https://elections.europa.eu/en/how-to-vote/ (https://elections.europa.eu/en/how-to-vote/)
29 Apr 2024
China-Europe trade relations
In an increasingly globalised world, understanding the economic dynamics between China and the European Union is crucial! In this episode we talk with Frederic Cho, Vice Chairman of the Sweden-China Trade Council, about EU-China relation, the role of the United States and Russia and future prospects.
Hosts: Sebastian Lindberg and Abigail Hartshorn
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.
8 Apr 2024
The Gothenburg European Office in Brussels
This episode of Your Monthly Dose of Europe features an exclusive interview with Saga Barnard and Lina Forsman from the Gothenburg European Office in Brussels. The interview is held in Swedish, followed by a summary in English. Stay tuned for an enlightening discussion on EU affairs and learn about the purpose of the office, career pathways and outlooks on the future.
Host: Magdalena Johnson
Disclaimer: During the interview, the acronym "NOS" was mentioned, however the correct term is "NUTS" (Nomenclature of Territorial Units for Statistics). Additionally, it should be noted that the Malmö European Office also engage on international affairs.
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.
25 Mar 2024
The EU Commission and Trade
If you are curious about what goes on inside the European Commission, how trade agreements are formed, and geopolitics in the last 10 years - you are in the right place! In this episode, our guest Cecilia Malmström, an ex-Commissioner for both Home Affairs and Trade, discusses past challenges in negotiations and sanctions, and future challenges for the EU body under the current turbulent political climate.
Hosts: Karolin Wanek & Eugenia Hanniffy
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.
26 Feb 2024
The (upcoming) EU elections and voting behavior
Since the EU elections are coming up in June (6-9 2024!), in this episode we’ll talk about all things related to the European parliament, voting across the EU, and, of course, how you can vote! Together with Linda Berg, PhD, senior lecturer in political science and Director of Studies for the Centre for European Studies, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about how your voice can shape Europe.
Learn more about when, where and how to vote for the EU elections: https://elections.europa.eu/en/ (https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Felections.europa.eu%2Fen%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3JRJEUCdqbeSLaBWtfCmhfcsqZRNuFL9drYa3isbIE25HUVaO7zyPsKcA&h=AT31DyNugpkRSZiRkIwJAgkAHc_Ox0oSXSiyRHKRzgw8_KM-wE1L3spZN0MQaHWn2dMYbkwDHdUGtkTLnr2GVcZeL5dUVQtk6zqNUm53A96O87qu6KVqTuv6TgiT0wfF70pqLg)
Hosts: Abigail Hartshorn & Karolin Wanek
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.
29 Jan 2024
All about the EU institutions
If you ever wondered about how the EU works and what exactly happens in all the different institutions, you are not alone! This episode is dedicated to the EU’s institutional framework! Our guest Monika de Silva, PhD candidate at the University of Gothenburg, explains all the important differences and procedures to us.
Hosts: Karolin Wanek & Anina Ricke
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.
18 Dec 2023
EU law versus national law
This episode is all about EU law versus national law. With special guest Andreas Moberg, Associate Professor in the Department of Law and Director of CERGU, we explore the connections between EU law and national law, and how much the EU actually decides!
Hosts: Magdalena Johnson & Anina Ricke
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.
20 Nov 2023
A journey through European history – From the Roman Empire to the War in Ukraine
In this episode—the very first one!—we dive into European history together with Erik Sjöberg, Associate Professor in History at Gothenburg University. After all, gaining insight into the past is essential for comprehending the present.
Hosts: Magdalena Johnson & Karolin Wanek
This is a podcast from Brännpunkt Europa and K103 Göteborgs Studentradio.
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