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Danish Originals is a captivating podcast series that celebrates the creative achievements of Danish individuals who have left their mark on American culture. These remarkable thinkers and makers have excelled in various fields, including visual art, music, film, television, stage, radio, podcasts, design, architecture, poetry, literature, dance, comedy, food and drink, fashion, green initiatives, and social sustainability. Their stories unfold through the lens of their beginnings, visions, struggles, triumphs, worldviews, and ideals.

In each episode, these Danish creatives share their connection to Denmark and Danish culture, revealing how it has grounded, inspired, or even diverted them on their unique journeys. As part of the podcast, they select a single work from the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst (SMK)—the National Gallery of Denmark—to discuss. Through their reflections, we gain insight into their perspectives, enriching our understanding of the world, one artwork at a time.