I like the mix. But I'm also the kind of person who minored in English, because my focus was Anglo-Saxon history, so, of course, I had to learn Anglo-Saxon and read everything available in it (which is not as difficult as it sounds, we really don't have that much).
One idea is the different kinds of milk in Icelandic grocery stores. I was hugely confused when I visited right as the banks were crumbling and was in Bonus, trying to figure out what to buy to eat in the hostel. Also, I was really impressed by skyr flavours. I'm not much for flavoured yogurt, but raspberry apricot skyr is positively addicting (and impossible to get in the US).
A segment on Icelandic candy and chocolate bars might be fun (no, actually, I'm not hungry). With a warning about salty licorice. I love it, but every friend of mine I've given a piece to has threatened to murder me for trying to murder them.
I do love the political and corruption segments.
For those wanting to visit Iceland, how to dress might be useful. Iceland was not nearly as cold as I expected in the winter. Being from Michigan, I know how to layer and the importance of not sweating in the cold, but many don't.
Reading your articles and books is the breath of fresh Icelandic air we need right now, hugs to you from Virginia 🫂 Wishing you the best of health in the New Year, and that your prolific writing never stops!
I think you have a good mix of all of them at the moment so I can't say I ever think "well I wish she would do this".
I used to often dream of living in Iceland, but Brexit put pay to that idea (well it being easy anyway) but learning about the politics and leadership in Iceland has certainly been eye opening in that respect (tho I still think UK is less dieserable!)
But I will say there was a podcast called "the week in Iceland" (with Gusgus as the opening music, even better!)which I used to listen to and enjoy a lot as it covered the realities of life in Iceland and not the rose tinted tourist view that many of us (well me certainly) are guilty of leaning towards. I don't know why it stopped but I'm sad that it did. There is a ruv podcast that I have been listening to and it does cover some good topics but focusing on one thing mainly , wheras as that covered a few topics per episodes with a guest each week . I know you can't copy that but just wanted to say how important I thought that podcast was in giving a wider insight into life, politics etc and what you provide as prob been the closest to it in some respects.
So err yeah - I think you have the mix pretty good so far! Maybe a bit more about TV/film/music/books but that all depends on if you can get it I guess (maybe some hot gossip from the filming of Black Sands series 2? 😉😉)
Thanks for the suggestions, Danielle. Noted. 😊 The Week in Iceland, was that the one that was on RÚV? I know that Alex, who used to do their English news, has left and someone else has taken over. Maybe the format has changed ... I haven't listened to it, tbh.
Yes that's the one, with Alex 😊 Well, how strange, I just went to look at the feed for the other RUV English one I mentioned that I started listening (presented by Darren) to the the latest one is called "the week in Iceland" and the description sounds like the previous one. They have clearly been infiltrating my brain! (The previous ones tended to focus on one topic per episode).
I think you handle your content superbly, providing manageable information on a range of topics, all of which are interesting to someone, like me, who has an interest in all things Icelandic. Your books, too, are great to read time and time again and provide an excellent companion piece to these writings. Basically, your current judgement is spot on and thank you.
I like to hear about Icelandic everyday life, home, school, unique holidays, customs and definitely how those Icelandic folktales came to be. Good book recommendations about Iceland, too. I have read all of yours!!
I'm probably unique among your readership in that nine years ago I discovered I am part Icelandic. Therefore I have more interest in the history and folklore, but I'm interested in all of it. Thanks for giving me information on lots of aspects of Iceland I don't get anywhere else.
Given the uncertainty here in the United States, I am weighing migrating to Iceland. You’re one of my resources. I would like to learn more about what this process might look like.
As i really love travelling in Iceland i am interested in everything. I love the nature and i will show respect and will not destroy anything. When i visit important icelandic places like Þingvellir i am interested in your history. And it is always a pleasure to learn a new word in icelandic. So for me, dear Alda, you can write or talk about anything you like. 😊
I like hearing about Iceland from a women’s point of view and about women’s life in Iceland or a feminist perspective on the politics. I basically like everything you write. Thank you for all the vicarious travel you offer when I can’t actually be there in person.
I like the mix. But I'm also the kind of person who minored in English, because my focus was Anglo-Saxon history, so, of course, I had to learn Anglo-Saxon and read everything available in it (which is not as difficult as it sounds, we really don't have that much).
One idea is the different kinds of milk in Icelandic grocery stores. I was hugely confused when I visited right as the banks were crumbling and was in Bonus, trying to figure out what to buy to eat in the hostel. Also, I was really impressed by skyr flavours. I'm not much for flavoured yogurt, but raspberry apricot skyr is positively addicting (and impossible to get in the US).
A segment on Icelandic candy and chocolate bars might be fun (no, actually, I'm not hungry). With a warning about salty licorice. I love it, but every friend of mine I've given a piece to has threatened to murder me for trying to murder them.
I do love the political and corruption segments.
For those wanting to visit Iceland, how to dress might be useful. Iceland was not nearly as cold as I expected in the winter. Being from Michigan, I know how to layer and the importance of not sweating in the cold, but many don't.
Reading your articles and books is the breath of fresh Icelandic air we need right now, hugs to you from Virginia 🫂 Wishing you the best of health in the New Year, and that your prolific writing never stops!
I think you have a good mix of all of them at the moment so I can't say I ever think "well I wish she would do this".
I used to often dream of living in Iceland, but Brexit put pay to that idea (well it being easy anyway) but learning about the politics and leadership in Iceland has certainly been eye opening in that respect (tho I still think UK is less dieserable!)
But I will say there was a podcast called "the week in Iceland" (with Gusgus as the opening music, even better!)which I used to listen to and enjoy a lot as it covered the realities of life in Iceland and not the rose tinted tourist view that many of us (well me certainly) are guilty of leaning towards. I don't know why it stopped but I'm sad that it did. There is a ruv podcast that I have been listening to and it does cover some good topics but focusing on one thing mainly , wheras as that covered a few topics per episodes with a guest each week . I know you can't copy that but just wanted to say how important I thought that podcast was in giving a wider insight into life, politics etc and what you provide as prob been the closest to it in some respects.
So err yeah - I think you have the mix pretty good so far! Maybe a bit more about TV/film/music/books but that all depends on if you can get it I guess (maybe some hot gossip from the filming of Black Sands series 2? 😉😉)
Thanks for the suggestions, Danielle. Noted. 😊 The Week in Iceland, was that the one that was on RÚV? I know that Alex, who used to do their English news, has left and someone else has taken over. Maybe the format has changed ... I haven't listened to it, tbh.
Yes that's the one, with Alex 😊 Well, how strange, I just went to look at the feed for the other RUV English one I mentioned that I started listening (presented by Darren) to the the latest one is called "the week in Iceland" and the description sounds like the previous one. They have clearly been infiltrating my brain! (The previous ones tended to focus on one topic per episode).
I think you handle your content superbly, providing manageable information on a range of topics, all of which are interesting to someone, like me, who has an interest in all things Icelandic. Your books, too, are great to read time and time again and provide an excellent companion piece to these writings. Basically, your current judgement is spot on and thank you.
I like to hear about Icelandic everyday life, home, school, unique holidays, customs and definitely how those Icelandic folktales came to be. Good book recommendations about Iceland, too. I have read all of yours!!
I'm probably unique among your readership in that nine years ago I discovered I am part Icelandic. Therefore I have more interest in the history and folklore, but I'm interested in all of it. Thanks for giving me information on lots of aspects of Iceland I don't get anywhere else.
Given the uncertainty here in the United States, I am weighing migrating to Iceland. You’re one of my resources. I would like to learn more about what this process might look like.
You might want to read this, just published today:
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/europe/iceland/iceland-move-regret-raise-child-dream-holiday-destination/
As i really love travelling in Iceland i am interested in everything. I love the nature and i will show respect and will not destroy anything. When i visit important icelandic places like Þingvellir i am interested in your history. And it is always a pleasure to learn a new word in icelandic. So for me, dear Alda, you can write or talk about anything you like. 😊
I like hearing about Iceland from a women’s point of view and about women’s life in Iceland or a feminist perspective on the politics. I basically like everything you write. Thank you for all the vicarious travel you offer when I can’t actually be there in person.