People of the North

PEOPLE OF THE NORTH is a series that visits spectacular places in Scandinavia. A team of three hosts venture to far-away places in northern Norway and the Faro Islands. Norwegian Arne Hjeltnes takes viewers to these remote places with chef Frida Ronge, known from Swedish television and the award-winning distiller Stig Bareksten. The trio meets up with the people who make a living from gathering, catching, and processing produce from both land and sea. The series starts in Alta, Finnmark, the most northern county of Norway, where viewers meet Johnny Trasti, a celebrated local chef. Along with his wife, Johnny runs a restaurant and boutique hotel by the legendary Alta River, one of the most exclusive salmon rivers in the world. Various episodes take viewers through Sami territories to meet the indigenous people of the north and out along the Norwegian coast to the fishing villages of Kjollefjord, Soeroya, and to beautiful Lofoten.

Sat, Jan 10 9:30 A.M. Flavors of the Fjord     NHPBS (11.1)

Journey to Norway's southwest coast, where history and gastronomy meet.

Sun, Jan 11 11:00 P.M. Silver of the Sea     NH Create (11.4)

Herring, often called the "silver of the sea," is revered in Scandinavian cuisine for its simplicity and flavor.

Mon, Jan 12 12:30 P.M. Noble Adventures     NH Create (11.4)

Arne, Sigrid, and Stig journey to the spectacular county of Sogn in Western Norway.

Tue, Jan 13 3:30 A.M. Noble Adventures     NH Create (11.4)

Arne, Sigrid, and Stig journey to the spectacular county of Sogn in Western Norway.

Tue, Jan 13 7:30 P.M. Austevoll / Barentshavet: Snow Crab In Arctic Waters     NHPBS (11.1)

Take an unforgettable adventure to Austevoll and the Barents Sea, where coastal culture, sustainable fishing, and local history come to life.

Sat, Jan 17 9:30 A.M. Fosnavag: The Heart of the Herring Coast     NHPBS (11.1)

Venture to Fosnavag, a picturesque island in Norway's western waters, where fishing traditions are still thriving.

Sun, Jan 18 11:00 P.M. Noble Adventures     NH Create (11.4)

Arne, Sigrid, and Stig journey to the spectacular county of Sogn in Western Norway.

Mon, Jan 19 12:30 P.M. A Day of Celebration     NH Create (11.4)

In this episode, Arne and Stig are on their way to celebrate the 17th of May amidst the stunning natural beauty of Finse.

Tue, Jan 20 3:30 A.M. A Day of Celebration     NH Create (11.4)

In this episode, Arne and Stig are on their way to celebrate the 17th of May amidst the stunning natural beauty of Finse.

Tue, Jan 20 7:30 P.M. Flavors of the Fjord     NHPBS (11.1)

Journey to Norway's southwest coast, where history and gastronomy meet.

Sat, Jan 24 9:30 A.M. Helgelandskysten: Archipelago Adventures     NHPBS (11.1)

Sail through Norway's stunning Helgeland coast, a treasure trove of islands, fresh seafood, and vibrant local culture.

Sun, Jan 25 11:00 P.M. A Day of Celebration     NH Create (11.4)

In this episode, Arne and Stig are on their way to celebrate the 17th of May amidst the stunning natural beauty of Finse.

Mon, Jan 26 12:30 P.M. Trails to Spring     NH Create (11.4)

In today's episode, the adventurous chef Sigrid joins Arne and Stig in Finse.

Tue, Jan 27 3:30 A.M. Trails to Spring     NH Create (11.4)

In today's episode, the adventurous chef Sigrid joins Arne and Stig in Finse.

Tue, Jan 27 7:30 P.M. Fosnavag: The Heart of the Herring Coast     NHPBS (11.1)

Venture to Fosnavag, a picturesque island in Norway's western waters, where fishing traditions are still thriving.

Fri, Jan 30 9:00 P.M. Flavors of the Fjord     NH Create (11.4)

Journey to Norway's southwest coast, where history and gastronomy meet.

Fri, Jan 30 9:30 P.M. Fosnavag: The Heart of the Herring Coast     NH Create (11.4)

Venture to Fosnavag, a picturesque island in Norway's western waters, where fishing traditions are still thriving.

Fri, Jan 30 10:00 P.M. Helgelandskysten: Archipelago Adventures     NH Create (11.4)

Sail through Norway's stunning Helgeland coast, a treasure trove of islands, fresh seafood, and vibrant local culture.

Fri, Jan 30 10:30 P.M. Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls     NH Create (11.4)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway's kingdom of waterfalls.

Fri, Jan 30 11:00 P.M. Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring     NH Create (11.4)

Dive into the diverse culture of Ryfylke, where Viking history, jazz festivals, and seafood culture intersect.

Sat, Jan 31 9:30 A.M. Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls     NHPBS (11.1)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway's kingdom of waterfalls.

Sat, Jan 31 10:00 A.M. Flavors of the Fjord     NH Create (11.4)

Journey to Norway's southwest coast, where history and gastronomy meet.

Sat, Jan 31 10:30 A.M. Fosnavag: The Heart of the Herring Coast     NH Create (11.4)

Venture to Fosnavag, a picturesque island in Norway's western waters, where fishing traditions are still thriving.

Sat, Jan 31 11:00 A.M. Helgelandskysten: Archipelago Adventures     NH Create (11.4)

Sail through Norway's stunning Helgeland coast, a treasure trove of islands, fresh seafood, and vibrant local culture.

Sat, Jan 31 11:30 A.M. Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls     NH Create (11.4)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway's kingdom of waterfalls.

Sat, Jan 31 12:00 P.M. Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring     NH Create (11.4)

Dive into the diverse culture of Ryfylke, where Viking history, jazz festivals, and seafood culture intersect.

Sun, Feb 1 12:00 P.M. Flavors of the Fjord     NH Create (11.4)

Journey to Norway's southwest coast, where history and gastronomy meet.

Sun, Feb 1 12:30 P.M. Fosnavag: The Heart of the Herring Coast     NH Create (11.4)

Venture to Fosnavag, a picturesque island in Norway's western waters, where fishing traditions are still thriving.

Sun, Feb 1 1:00 P.M. Helgelandskysten: Archipelago Adventures     NH Create (11.4)

Sail through Norway's stunning Helgeland coast, a treasure trove of islands, fresh seafood, and vibrant local culture.

Sun, Feb 1 1:30 P.M. Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls     NH Create (11.4)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway's kingdom of waterfalls.

Sun, Feb 1 2:00 P.M. Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring     NH Create (11.4)

Dive into the diverse culture of Ryfylke, where Viking history, jazz festivals, and seafood culture intersect.

Sun, Feb 1 9:00 P.M. Flavors of the Fjord     NH Create (11.4)

Journey to Norway's southwest coast, where history and gastronomy meet.

Sun, Feb 1 9:30 P.M. Fosnavag: The Heart of the Herring Coast     NH Create (11.4)

Venture to Fosnavag, a picturesque island in Norway's western waters, where fishing traditions are still thriving.

Sun, Feb 1 11:00 P.M. Trails to Spring     NH Create (11.4)

In today's episode, the adventurous chef Sigrid joins Arne and Stig in Finse.

Mon, Feb 2 2:00 A.M. Flavors of the Fjord     NH Create (11.4)

Journey to Norway's southwest coast, where history and gastronomy meet.

Mon, Feb 2 2:30 A.M. Fosnavag: The Heart of the Herring Coast     NH Create (11.4)

Venture to Fosnavag, a picturesque island in Norway's western waters, where fishing traditions are still thriving.

Mon, Feb 2 12:30 P.M. Treasures of Western Norway     NH Create (11.4)

Join the team as they venture through Hardanger, renowned as the apple and cider county of Western Norway.

Mon, Feb 2 9:00 P.M. Helgelandskysten: Archipelago Adventures     NH Create (11.4)

Sail through Norway's stunning Helgeland coast, a treasure trove of islands, fresh seafood, and vibrant local culture.

Mon, Feb 2 9:30 P.M. Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls     NH Create (11.4)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway's kingdom of waterfalls.

Tue, Feb 3 2:00 A.M. Helgelandskysten: Archipelago Adventures     NH Create (11.4)

Sail through Norway's stunning Helgeland coast, a treasure trove of islands, fresh seafood, and vibrant local culture.

Tue, Feb 3 2:30 A.M. Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls     NH Create (11.4)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway's kingdom of waterfalls.

Tue, Feb 3 3:30 A.M. Treasures of Western Norway     NH Create (11.4)

Join the team as they venture through Hardanger, renowned as the apple and cider county of Western Norway.

Tue, Feb 3 7:30 P.M. Helgelandskysten: Archipelago Adventures     NHPBS (11.1)

Sail through Norway's stunning Helgeland coast, a treasure trove of islands, fresh seafood, and vibrant local culture.

Tue, Feb 3 9:00 P.M. Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring     NH Create (11.4)

Dive into the diverse culture of Ryfylke, where Viking history, jazz festivals, and seafood culture intersect.

Wed, Feb 4 2:00 A.M. Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring     NH Create (11.4)

Dive into the diverse culture of Ryfylke, where Viking history, jazz festivals, and seafood culture intersect.

Sat, Feb 7 9:30 A.M. Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring     NHPBS (11.1)

Dive into the diverse culture of Ryfylke, where Viking history, jazz festivals, and seafood culture intersect.

Sun, Feb 8 11:00 P.M. Treasures of Western Norway     NH Create (11.4)

Join the team as they venture through Hardanger, renowned as the apple and cider county of Western Norway.

Mon, Feb 9 12:30 P.M. Richness from the Sea     NH Create (11.4)

The rich bounty of fish in Northern Norway is renowned, and in this episode, Arne, Frida, and Stig venture to Vesteralen in Nordland County to explore modern aquaculture.

Tue, Feb 10 3:30 A.M. Richness from the Sea     NH Create (11.4)

The rich bounty of fish in Northern Norway is renowned, and in this episode, Arne, Frida, and Stig venture to Vesteralen in Nordland County to explore modern aquaculture.

Tue, Feb 10 7:30 P.M. Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls     NHPBS (11.1)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway's kingdom of waterfalls.

Sat, Feb 14 9:30 A.M. Bugoynes: Little Finland In Norway     NHPBS (11.1)

Journey to Bugoynes, a remote fishing village at the edge of Norway, where Finnish heritage and Arctic traditions thrive.

Sun, Feb 15 11:00 P.M. Richness from the Sea     NH Create (11.4)

The rich bounty of fish in Northern Norway is renowned, and in this episode, Arne, Frida, and Stig venture to Vesteralen in Nordland County to explore modern aquaculture.

Mon, Feb 16 12:30 P.M. A Frozen Adventure     NH Create (11.4)

In this final episode, Arne and Stig embark on a journey to Harbin and Mulan in northeastern China, famed for the spectacular Harbin Ice Festival and the lively festivities of Chinese New Year.

Tue, Feb 17 3:30 A.M. A Frozen Adventure     NH Create (11.4)

In this final episode, Arne and Stig embark on a journey to Harbin and Mulan in northeastern China, famed for the spectacular Harbin Ice Festival and the lively festivities of Chinese New Year.

Tue, Feb 17 7:30 P.M. Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring     NHPBS (11.1)

Dive into the diverse culture of Ryfylke, where Viking history, jazz festivals, and seafood culture intersect.


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