The Almost Nearly Perfect People - The Truth About The Nordic Miracle

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Denmark, The Happiest Country In The World

20140210

20140211 (R4)

In a time where we have a fascination with all things Scandinavian, journalist Michael Booth's book sees the author embark on a revealing and humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success.

In this series, five post-cards from each of the countries which challenge the often rose-tinted view of this part of the world offered up by the Western media. Along the way, a more nuanced, often darker picture emerges of the region - it isn't always easy being Nordic.

First up the Danes - consistently rated as the happiest people on earth and yet they pay the highest taxes.

Reader: Gunnar Cauthery

Produced by Gemma Jenkins

The Danes are consistently rated as the happiest people on earth but pay the highest taxes

Modern-day Icelanders And Their Viking Past

20140211

20140212 (R4)

Iceland and the part the Viking spirit played in the country's response to the 2008 financial crash.

In a time where we have a fascination with all things Scandinavian, journalist, Michael Booth's book sees the author embark on a revealing and humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success.

Reader: Gunnar Cauthery

Produced by Gemma Jenkins

Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored in Michael Booth's book.

Norway And Its Oil Riches

20140212

20140213 (R4)

Norway - a country taking stock post-Breivik and the impact of the nation's colossal oil wealth on the Nordic psyche.

Reader: Gunnar Cauthery

Produced by Gemma Jenkins

Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored in Michael Booth's book.

Enigmatic Finland

20140213

20140214 (R4)

Finland and a visit to what lies at the heart of the country's social and political life - the sauna.

Journalist, Michael Booth embarks on a revealing and often humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success.

Reader: Gunnar Cauthery

Produced by Gemma Jenkins

Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored in Michael Booth's book.

05 LAST

Sweden, The Perfect Society

20140214

20140215 (R4)

Sweden - a country held up as a beacon of perfection by the Western world and yet disliked by its neighbours.

Journalist Michael Booth embarks on a revealing and often humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success.

Reader: Gunnar Cauthery

Produced by Gemma Jenkins

Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored in Michael Booth's book.

Episodes

Episode	Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
01	Denmark, The Happiest Country In The World	20140210	20140211 (R4)	In a time where we have a fascination with all things Scandinavian, journalist Michael Booth's book sees the author embark on a revealing and humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success. In this series, five post-cards from each of the countries which challenge the often rose-tinted view of this part of the world offered up by the Western media. Along the way, a more nuanced, often darker picture emerges of the region - it isn't always easy being Nordic. First up the Danes - consistently rated as the happiest people on earth and yet they pay the highest taxes. Reader: Gunnar Cauthery Produced by Gemma Jenkins The Danes are consistently rated as the happiest people on earth but pay the highest taxes
02	Modern-day Icelanders And Their Viking Past	20140211	20140212 (R4)	Iceland and the part the Viking spirit played in the country's response to the 2008 financial crash. In a time where we have a fascination with all things Scandinavian, journalist, Michael Booth's book sees the author embark on a revealing and humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success. Reader: Gunnar Cauthery Produced by Gemma Jenkins Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored in Michael Booth's book.
03	Norway And Its Oil Riches	20140212	20140213 (R4)	Norway - a country taking stock post-Breivik and the impact of the nation's colossal oil wealth on the Nordic psyche. In a time where we have a fascination with all things Scandinavian, journalist, Michael Booth's book sees the author embark on a revealing and humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success. Reader: Gunnar Cauthery Produced by Gemma Jenkins Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored in Michael Booth's book.
04	Enigmatic Finland	20140213	20140214 (R4)	Finland and a visit to what lies at the heart of the country's social and political life - the sauna. Journalist, Michael Booth embarks on a revealing and often humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success. Reader: Gunnar Cauthery Produced by Gemma Jenkins Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored in Michael Booth's book.
05 LAST	Sweden, The Perfect Society	20140214	20140215 (R4)	Sweden - a country held up as a beacon of perfection by the Western world and yet disliked by its neighbours. Journalist Michael Booth embarks on a revealing and often humorous journey through all five of the Nordic countries to discover the secrets of their success. Reader: Gunnar Cauthery Produced by Gemma Jenkins Scandinavia and its curious tribes explored in Michael Booth's book.