Showcasing Icelandic heritage and culture from the past and present through folklore, language, literature, and music.
We’ll shine a light on notable Icelanders throughout history and talk to some interesting people along the way!
Created by volunteers of the non-profit organization, Icelandic Roots.
Visit www.icelandicroots.com to learn more about Icelandic culture, heritage and our organization.
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Showcasing Icelandic heritage and culture from the past and present through folklore, language, literature, and music.
We’ll shine a light on notable Icelanders throughout history and talk to some interesting people along the way!
Created by volunteers of the non-profit organization, Icelandic Roots.
Visit www.icelandicroots.com to learn more about Icelandic culture, heritage and our organization.
Tuberculosis in Iceland: Hælið Museum, the Romantic Disease and Björk of Course!
The Icelandic Roots Podcast
57 minutes 51 seconds
1 year ago
Tuberculosis in Iceland: Hælið Museum, the Romantic Disease and Björk of Course!
Our guest is María Pálsdóttir who operates the Hælið Museum - a sanatorium turned museum highlighting Iceland's fight against Tuberculosis.
TB, a persistent scourge, has haunted humanity for millennia, leaving its mark on countless lives, societies, and even driving medical advancements.
This episode dives into the past and present of tuberculosis in Iceland. We explore why tuberculosis was once known as the "Romantic Disease" and how it has impacted society through culture, healthcare, and even fashion!
We'll discuss her work, and Björk of course.
We hope you enjoy this truly fascinating journey through Iceland's fight against the "Great White Plague" and discover stories of hope, resilience, and the enduring human spirit.
For more information, watch Icelandic Roots Webinar on Destination Hælið: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6uQnujl3T0&t=2820s
The Icelandic Roots Podcast
Showcasing Icelandic heritage and culture from the past and present through folklore, language, literature, and music.
We’ll shine a light on notable Icelanders throughout history and talk to some interesting people along the way!
Created by volunteers of the non-profit organization, Icelandic Roots.
Visit www.icelandicroots.com to learn more about Icelandic culture, heritage and our organization.
