JMC in the Media
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Recent Media Appearances
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, November 3, 2024, on “Tour De Trump” and sports in Trump's campaign.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Sunnuntaivieras", Yle, November 3, 2024, on the election and studying North America.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Turun Sanomat, November 2, 2024, on the candidates main issues.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Viiden jälkeen", MTV, November 1, 2024 (00:28:25), on the final stretch of the election and candidates attempting to gain publicity.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, November 1, 2024, on one party potentially winning both the presidency and Congress.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Omni, October 30, 2024, on the challenges facing Harris.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, October 30, 2024, on burning votes and threat of violence.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, October 29, 2024, on polls and the importance of swing states.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, October 29, 2024, on Trump’s controversial rally in New York.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses prominent issues impacting the election results at Tiedekulma, published in MTV Uutiset, October 29, 2024 and Tiedekulma podcast, October 30, 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the final stretch of campaigning in "A-studio", YLE TV1, October 28, 2024 (00:12:27).
- Dr. Oscar Wiberg interviewed for Dagens Nyheter, October 27, 2024, on the possibility of another January 6.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for France 24, October 27, 2024, on the EU preparing for the changes in NATO and international security under a potential Trump presidency.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Iltalehti, October 27, 2024, on Elon Musk's contributions to Trump's campaign and what his relationship with Putin means for the West.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, October 27, 2024, on the last week of campaigning and what could decide the election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Iltalehti, October 26, 2024, on how the polls may be skewed.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Nyheter, October 22, 2024, (00:15:15) on Trump’s campaigning behavior.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, October 22, 2024, on Trump canceling interviews.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen provided background information for the documentary "Tämä on Amerikka", YLE TV1 , published on October 21, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Omni, October 18, 2024, on what Obama has to do with a potential October surprise.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, October 17, 2024, on how the path to electoral victory works in the US.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg discusses what might Harris's potential presidential term look like on "Slaget efter tolv," Svenska Yle, October 10, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Iltalehti, October 5, 2024, on the unexpected events of the presidential race.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Omni, October 4, 2024, on the VP debate and how the widening war in Middle East might play into Harris's campaign.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for STT on Walz and Vance’s performances in the vice-presidential debate. Published in Aamulehti, October 2, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Omni, October 1, 2024, on how Trump has reshaped U.S. politics.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Omni, October 1, 2024, on Trump’s past fortune and his recent efforts to invest in his personal brand.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Iltalehti, September 30, 2024, on potential October surprises and scandals in the election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for France 24, September 30, 2024, on the history of October surprises.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, September 28, 2024, on the historically close election and Trump rising in the polls.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for ETC, September 27, 2024, on inequality and income gaps in the U.S.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Nyhetspodden", Svenska Yle, September 17, 2024 (00:01:40), on US Secret Service and protecting Trump from assassination attempts.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, September 16, 2024, on the risk of political violence becoming a trend.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Ykkösaamu", Yle, September 16, 2024 (00:04:16), on Trump’s assassination attempt and the US political atmosphere.
- Dr. Niko Heikkilä interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, September 16, 2024, on how the attempted assassination might be used in Trump's campaign.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Ylen aamu", YLE TV1, September 16, 2024 (1:15:20), on Trump’s suspected assassination attempt.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Omni, September 15, 2024, on potential events that could affect the election results and "October suprises".
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Omni, September 12, 2024, on debate challenges and future strategies of Trump and Harris.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, September 11, 2024, on the communication between Trump and Harris in the debate.
- Dr. Niko Heikkilä interviewed for Iltalehti, September 11, 2024, on how Harris got Trump on the defensive in the debate.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, September 11, 2024, on the presidential debate.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Vega efter middag", Svenska Yle, September 11, 2024, (00:58:05) on how the candidates fared in the debate.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, September 11, 2024, on Trump and Harris’s debate performances.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for, "Ylen Aamu" YLE TV1, September 11, 2024 (00:18:06) and "Ykkösaamu", Yle, September 11, 2024, on Trump and Harris’s interactions in the presidential debate.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Apu, September 11, 2024, on the effects of Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Harris on the election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Hufvudstadsbladet, September 11, 2024, on Taylor Swift mobilizing young voters.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, September 11, 2024, on Trump criticizing the ABC debate hosts.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Yle Uutiset", YLE TV1, September 11, 2024 (00:07:05), on Taylor Swift endorsing Harris.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for MTV Uutiset, September 11, 2024 (00:05:05), on the aftermath of the first presidential debate between Harris and Trump.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Viiden jälkeen", MTV, September 11, 2024 (00:13:06), on Trump and Harris’s debate performances.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the significance of the debate in "A-studio", YLE TV1, September 11, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Kauppalehti, September 10, 2024, on the upcoming debate.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, September 10, 2024, on Trump and Harris's strengths and weaknesses, going into the debate.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, September 10, 2024, on the things to be on the lookout for, going into the debate.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Yle Uutiset", YLE TV1, September 10, 2024 (00:11:16), on the setting of the presidential debate.
- The JMC research team for "Reproduction Wars: Imaginaries and Mobilizations in the US-Mexico Transborder Region", provided background information for Yle Uutiset, September 12, 2024, and for the documentary "USA:n aborttisota", YLE TV1, published in September 9, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Iltalehti, September 9, 2024, on some politicians backing the candidate of their opposite party in the elections.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for STT on how Trump's rhetoric and style have changed the Republican party. Published in MTV Uutiset, September 8, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Iltalehti, September 7, 2024, on Trump's and Harris's current standing in the presidential race.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Auran Aaltojen Viikon Vieras", Auran aallot, September 3, 2024 on her journey and work as a North American studies professor.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for STT on Elon Musk backing Trump and the Republican Party in the presidential election. Published in Etelä-Suomen Sanomat, September 3, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg writes for SAM Magazine, August 28, 2024, about the evolution of the Democratic Party.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, August 24, 2024, on Robert F. Kennedy endorsing Trump's campaign
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, August 23, 2024, on Harris’s speech at the 2024 DNC and her campaign.
- Dr. Niko Heikkilä interviewed for STT on Harris’s speech, and related discussions about abortion rights and the situation in Gaza amongst the Democratic party. Published in Demokraatti, August 23, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for “P3 Nyheter” Sveriges Radio, August 23, 2024, on political rhetoric.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, August 23, 2024, on the reactions to Harris’s speech at the DNC and the upcoming debate between Harris and Trump.
- Dr. Niko Heikkilä interviewed for Iltalehti, August 23, 2024, on Harris's speech at the Democratic National Convention.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, August 21, 2024, on what Robert F. Kennedy's potential withdrawal from the presidential race and what that could mean for Trump's campaign.
- Doctoral Researcher Mila Seppälä interviewed for Yle Uutiset, August 20, 2024, on the presence of social media influencers at the Democratic National Convention.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the upcoming Democratic National Convention in "A-studio", YLE TV1 and "Ykkösaamu", Yle Radio 1, August 19, 2024.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for "Uutispodcast", Yle Radio 1, August 19, 2024, on Project 2025.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for STT on the success of Harris’s campaign. Published in Helsingin Sanomat, August 17, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Suomenmaa, August 14, 2024, on potential changes in US foreign policy after the election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, August 13, 2024, on the live conversation between Trump and Elon Musk on X.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Hufvudstadsbladet, August 11, 2024, on the shift in the political climate and reactions to political scandals.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, August 8, 2024, on Harris leading the polls.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Uusi Suomi, August 7, 2024, on Tim Walz and what his VP nomination means for the Democratic party.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Nyhetspodden," Svenska Yle, August 7, 2024, on Harris's VP pick.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Iltalehti, August 6, 2024, on the significance of race and gender in the election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Iltalehti, August 7, 2024, on Harris's VP pick, Tim Walz.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Iltalehti, August, 4, 2024, on Trump's rough rhetoric regarding Harris.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Hufvudstadsbladet, August 4, 2024, on Harris’s standing in the presidential race.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for MTV Uutiset, August 3, 2024, on Project 2025 and its relation to Trump's candidacy.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Uusi Suomi, July 31, 2024, on the significance of swing states in the presidential election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for HBL Junior, July 31, 2024, on Harris’s potential to win the election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Suomen Kuvalehti, July 30, 2024, on the "double haters" of the election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Iltalehti, July 27, 2024, on Harris's start in the presidential race and Trump's reaction to it.
- Dr. Niko Heikkilä interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 26, 2024, on the significance of the Israel-Palestine -conflict, regarding the election.
- Doctoral Researcher Mila Seppälä interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, July 24, 2024, on Harris's successful social media presence.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 24, 2024, on election polls in the US.
- Dr. Niko Heikkilä interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 24, 2024, on how Harris's views on the Israel-Palestine -conflict could affect the election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg answers readers' questions about the election in Hufvudstadsbladet, July 24, 2024.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen writes about J.D. Vance's connections to Silicon Valley and the area's ties to right-wing politics for Turun Sanomat, July 24, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewd for Omni, July 23, 2024, on how Harris's gender might play into the presidential race.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 23, 2024, on the potential Democratic VP candidates.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, July 23, 2024, on the ways the Republican party has prepared to oppose Harris's candidacy.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Sveriges Television Nyheter, July 23, 2024, on the likely race between Harris and Trump.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Åbo Underrättelser, July 22, 2024, on how Trump has to prepare to face a new competitor in the presidential race.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses what could happen next in terms of choosing the Democratic candidate in "A-studio," YLE TV1, July 22, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 22, 2024, on the differences between Biden and Harris as presidential candidates.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Turun Sanomat, July 22, 2024, on if elected, who could be Harris's VP candidate.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Hufvudstadsbladet, July 22, 2024, on what Biden's withdrawal from the race means for Trump's campaign.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, July 22, 2024, on Biden pulling out of the race and how the next Democratic candidate could be chosen.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Nyhetspodden," Svenska Yle, July 22, 2024, on what happens next in the race, after Biden's withdrawal.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, July 22, 2024, on Harris's potential candidacy.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for STT on Harris's likely nomination as the Democratic candidate. Published in Keskisuomalainen, July 22, 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen aamu," YLE TV1 (00:15:14) and "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, July 22, 2024 (00:00:50) on as to what might happen next for the Democratic party regarding their presidential candidate.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Nyheter, Svenska Yle, July 22, 2024, on Biden's decision to withdraw from the race.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Biden's withdrawal from the presidential and race and what might've contributed to it in YleX Etusivu, July 22, 2024 (00:47:02).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, July 21, 2024, on how the Democratic party could approach the selection of a new presidential candidate.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 21, 2024, on Biden's legacy.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race in "Yle Uutiset", YLE TV1, erikoislähetys, July 21, 2024.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Puheenaihe-podcast, July 20, 2024, on Project 2025 and its political goals and motivations.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Iltalehti, July 20, 2024, on the potential reasons as to why Biden might pull out of the race.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, July 19, 2024, on Trump's standing the race after the speech at the RNC.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, July 19, 2024, on the tone and content of Trump's speech at the RNC and how it could affect the rest of the election.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for 8 minuuttia, YLE TV1, July 19, 2024, on Trump's speech at the Republican National Convention and his image after the assasination attempt.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, July 18, 2024, on the pressure Biden is facing from the Democratic party to drop out of the race.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 16, 2024, on J.D. Vance's takes on the war in Ukraine.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Nyhetspodden," Svenska Yle, July 16, 2024, on the uncertainty among the public caused by the attempted assasination on Trump.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Iltalehti, July 16, 2024, on J.D. Vance and his image.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for "Ylen aamu," YLE TV1 and "Ykkösaamu, Yle Radio 1, July 16, 2024 (00:01:03), on the upcoming Republican National Convention and the party's reaction to Trump's assasination attempt.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen and Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Turun Sanomat, July 16, 2024, on Trump's VP nominee J.D. Vance.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, July 15, 2024, on the attempted assasination and its potential effects on the political climate in the US.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for YleX Etusivu, July 15, 2024 (00:58:02), on the attempted assasination and how it might affect Trump's campaign.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Trump's speech at the Republican National Convention, emphasizing the unity of the nation and how it might impact the political climate in the US, in Yle Uutiset, July 15, 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the unexpected twists and turns of the election cycle in a piece by Ilta-Sanomat, July 15, 2024, based on the previous A-studio (see below).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the attempted assasination and what happens next in the presidential race in "A-studio," YLE TV1, July 15, 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on how the attempted assasination can change how the rest of the election is carried out. Published in Satakunnan Kansa, July 15, 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 15, 2024, on Trump having his charges dismissed relating to the handling of classified documents and whether his judicial challenges end here.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen aamu," YLE TV1 (00:14:20) and "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, July 15, 2024 (00:01:07) on the attempted assasination's potential effect on political violence in the US.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, July 15, 2024, on the culture of political ads in the US which target the opponent on a personal level, and how the assasination attempt is unlikely to change that.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, July 15, 2024, on the aftermath of the attempted assasination and what it means for the election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Hufvudstadsbladet, July 14, 2024, on how the attempted assasination is a violent symptom of the social climate in the US.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Nyheter, Svenska Yle, July 14, 2024, on the attempted assasination and the prevalence of political violence in the US.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the violent histories of US presidential elections. Published in Keskisuomalainen, July 14, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Vasabladet, July 14, 2024, on the attempted assasination and its unusual nature.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, July 14, 2024, on how the attempted assasination could affect the candidates' campaigns.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, July 14, 2024, on the assasination attempt and what it tells of the political climate in the US.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Turun Sanomat, July 14, 2024, on how the assasination attempt on Trump could affect the political discourse around gun legislation.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 14, 2024, on the unexpected nature of the assasination attempt.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for "Ylen aamu", YLE TV1 and "Ykkösaamu", Yle Radio 1, July 12, 2024 (00:24:14), on Biden's performance in the public eye after the the president's recent press conference.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Omni, July 11, 2024, on why George Clooney's opinion on Biden's state in the presidential race matters.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the pressure within the Democratic party for Biden to withdraw from the presidential race. Published in Aamulehti, July 11, 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen aamu," YLE TV1 (00:46:31) and "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, July 8, 2024 (00:27:27) on Biden's candidacy after the first debate and the ABC News interview.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Suomen Kuvalehti, July 7, 2024, on the current state of Biden's candidacy.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed in "Huomenta Suomi", MTV Uutiset, July 6, 2024, on Biden's image after the first debate and the interviews given since then.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Iltalehti, July 6, 2024, on the Heritage Foundation and Project 2025.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Iltalehti, July 6, 2024, on the aftermath of the first presidential debate between Trump and Biden and what it means for Biden's candidacy.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Radio Suomen Päivä," Yle Radio Suomi, July 5, 2024 (00:05:32), on the the future of Biden's candidacy and its impact on the Democratic Party.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 4, 2024, on the contested nature of Biden's capability to be a presidential candidate.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Nyhetspodden," Svenska Yle, July 4, 2024, on the debate between Biden and Trump and the pressure on Biden to withdraw from the race.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, July 3, 2024, on who could be a potential democratic candidate, if Biden were to drop out of the race.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, July 3, 2024, on the news of Biden considering dropping out of the presidential race and on the Supreme Court decision to grant immunity to former presidents while in office.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Seura-lehti, July 2, 2024, on what is happening with US politics, regarding the upcoming presidential election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Yle Uutiset", YLE TV1, July 1, 2024 (00:05:50), on how the next president of the US could affect conversations about democracy in Europe.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, July 1, 2024, on what kind of an effect the president of the United States might have on Europe or Finland.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Hufvudstadsbladet, June 30, 2024, on Biden's standing in the presidential race.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for STT on how Biden's debate performance didn't help with the public concerns over his age. Published in Suomenmaa, June 28, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, June 28, 2024, on the debate between Biden and Trump and what kind of issues it highlighted for both candidates.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Nyheter, Svenska Yle, June 28, 2024, on the debate between Biden and Trump.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Iltalehti, June 28, 2024, on Biden's poor debate performance.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Nyheter, Svenska Yle, June 28, 2024.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Maailman Kuvalehti, June 24, 2024, on the recent book banning trend in US public school libraries.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Vasabladet, June 23, 2024, on Project 2025.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Trump's conviction and how it could affect the election in "A-studio," YLE TV1, June 3, 2024 (00:30:08).
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, May 31, 2024, on how Trump's verdict and its role in the election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Nyheter, Svenska Yle, May 31, 2024, on Trump's conviction.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, May 31, 2024, on Trump's conviction and how it can affect people's voting behavior.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Vasabladet, May 31, 2024, on why people in Finland should follow the US presidential election closely.
- Dr. Benita heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, May 31, 2024, on the key issues regarding Trump's conviction.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for STT on the historical nature of Trump's conviction. Published in Salon Seudun Sanomat, May 31, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Nyhetspodden," Svenska Yle, May 31, 2024, on Trump's standing in the presidential race after his recent conviction.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Ylen aamu," YLE TV1 and "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, May 31, 2024 on Trump's recent conviction of falsifying business records.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Nyheter, Svenska Yle, May 28, 2024, on whether an independent candidate can make it in the US presidential elections.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for STT on the process of Trump choosing his VP candidate. Published in Ilta-Sanomat, May 12, 2024.
- Dr. Niko Heikkilä writes about how abortion legislation affects border security and vice-versa for SAM Magazine, May 8, 2024.
- Dr. Niko Heikkilä interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, May 7, 2024, on the recent pro-Palestine campus protests in the US.
- Doctoral Researcher Mila Seppälä discusses the student protests in the US regarding the Israel-Palestine -conflict in "Ylen Aamu," YLE TV1 and "Ykkösaamu", Yle Radio 1, May 6, 2024 (00:26:45).
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen writes about culture wars and how the phenomenon affects political power for SAM Magazine, May 2, 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Uusi Suomi, April 16, 2024, on the significance of foreign policy in the upcoming presidential elections.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, March 13, 2024, on the relationship between Biden's candidacy and the state of US economy.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Iltalehti, March 7, 2024, on Biden's upcoming State of the Union address.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, March 7, 2024, on Nikki Haley leaving the presidential race.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, March 6, 2024, on why presidential candidates tend to be older in the United States.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the significance of immigration in the election and how it can affect people's voting behavior in "A-studio," YLE TV1, March 5, 2024 (00:13:05).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Iltalehti, March 5, 2024, on the Super Tuesday of 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on how voters critical of Biden's Israel policy can affect the outcome of the election. Published in Ilta-Sanomat, February 28, 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the presidential race between Biden and Trump in "A-studio," YLE TV1, February 21, 2024 (00:16:39).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, February 20, 2024, on her research on boxing in Texas and its connections to politics and the broader society.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about how independent candidates can affect the nomination of presidential candidates for Turun Sanomat, February 16, 2024.
- Doctoral Researcher Mila Seppälä writes about the Stand-your-ground law and the dilemma of self-defense in SAM Magazine, February 14, 2024.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, February 12, 2024, on how conservatives are using AI as means to promote traditional gender roles online.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, February 11, 2024, on how Biden's age has affected his candidacy.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, February 11, 2024, on Trump's comment on NATO members' payments.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Yle Uutiset, February 9, 2024 and "Nyhetspodden," Svenska Yle, February 9, 2024, on the how the conspiracy about Taylor Swift being used to secure Biden's second term became mainstream.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Vasabladet, February 8, 2024, on Biden's candidacy.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on Trump winning the New Hampshire primary. Published in Ilta-Sanomat, January 24, 2024.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, January 23, 2024 (00:19:55), on the New Hampshire Republican primaries.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Politiikkaradio," Yle Radio 1, January 23, 2024, on what kinds of effects Trump's potential election could mean for Finland in NATO.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg discusses Nikki Haley's current position in the presidential election in "Slaget efter tolv," Svenska Yle and "Ykkösaamu," YLE TV1, January 23, 2024 (01:00:42).
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Ylen Aamu," YLE TV1 (00:46:26) and "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, January 16, 2024 (00:21:51), on what Trump winning the Iowa caucus could mean for the other Republican candidates.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for "Nyhetspodden," Svenska Yle, January 16, 2024, on how the law could stand in the way of Trump being elected.
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for "Radio Suomen Päivä," Yle Radio Suomi, January 16, 2024 (00:07:32), on the meaning of Trump winning the Iowa caucus.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Trump winning the Iowa caucus in "A-studio," YLE TV1, January 16, 2024 (00:15:03).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen aamu," YLE TV1, January 15, 2024 (01:00:37), on the Iowa caucus and its meaning for the election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, January 14, 2024, on Trump's candidacy in the upcoming presidential election.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, January 5, 2024, on the possibility of the states preventing Trump from running for office in 2024.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen inteviewed for "Radio Suomen Päivä," Yle Radio Suomi, January 2, 2024 (00:05:16), on the upcoming presidential election in the U.S.
Past Media Appearances
2023
- Dr. Niko Heikkilä writes about the right to abortion and the recent changes in legislation in Turun Sanomat, December 30, 2023.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, December 20, 2023, on Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to disqualify Trump from 2024 ballot.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Uusi Suomi, December 20, 2023, on the implications of Donald Trump's Colorado ballot ban.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to disqualify Trump from 2024 ballot. Published, for example, in Uusimaa, December 20, 2023.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviwed for NPR, December 6, 2023, on the legacy of Norman Lear. (00:11:00)
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Uusi Suomi, November 15, 2023, on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent run for president and its possible implications for the elections.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the possibility of Donald Trump's election victory and its potential ramifications for U.S. foreign policy, "A-Talk," YLE TV1, November 9, 2023.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen Aamu," YLE TV1 (46:17) and "Ykkösaamu" on YLE Radio 1 (20:35), November 9, 2023, on how foreign and domestic politics impact the 2024 U.S. Presidential Elections.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Politiikkaradio," Yle Radio 1, November 1, 2023, on U.S. domestic politics and the 2024 Presidential Elections.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, October 12, 2023, on the ramifications of the Israel-Hamas war on the 2024 U.S. Presidential Elections.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen Aamu," YLE TV1 and "Ykkösaamu" on YLE Radio 1, October 12, 2023 on the role of the Israel-United States relations in the wake of recent events.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle, October 4, 2023 on Kevin McCarthy's removal and its implications for Congress.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on Kevin McCarthy's removal from speaker of the House. Published in Helsingin Sanomat, October 4, 2023.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the significance of Kevin McCathy's removal from speaker of the House and the upcoming U.S. Presidential Elections in "A-Studio," YLE TV1, October 4, 2023 (00:16:05).
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen writes about how conservative politics are aiming to reshape education in the U.S. in Turun Sanomat, August 25, 2023.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on Donald Trump's decision to skip the first GOP presidential primary. Published, for example, in Uusimaa, August 23, 2023.
- Doctoral Researcher Mila Seppälä writes about the debate over restricting the use of TikTok in the United States in Turun Sanomat, July 17, 2023.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Mitä kuuluu, Suomi?" Yle Areena Podcastit (2:10:20), 15 July, 2023, on the outcomes of Biden's visit to Finland and on U.S. domestic politics.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, July 15, 2023, on the outcomes of Biden's visit to Finland.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Yle Uutiset erikoislähetys," Yle TV 1 (21:29 & 1:51:16), July 13, 2023, on the significance of Biden's visit to Finland and on the current domestic political environment in the United States.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Radio Suomen Päivä," Yle Radio Suomi, July 13, 2023, on the expectations regarding President Biden's visit to Finland.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on President Biden's upcoming visit to Finland. Published, for example, in Aamulehti, July 12, 2023.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Turun Sanomat, July 3, 2023, on President Biden's upcoming visit to Finland
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the significance of the upcoming U.S.-Nordic Leaders Summit in Finland in Yle Uutiset, June 2, 2023.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen Aamu," Yle TV 1 (14:37) and "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, June 2, 2023 on issues relating to U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken's visit to Finland.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen Aamu," Yle TV 1 (1:52:50) and "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, May 24 2023 on U.S. debt-ceiling crisis.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, April 26, 2023, on Joe Biden's announcement to run for a re-election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, April 21, 2023, on gun law and gun violence in the United States.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the indictment and arraignment of Donald Trump in "A-Studio," Yle TV1, April 5, 2023 (00:21:43).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on President Biden's State of the Union Address. Published, for example, in Itä-Häme, February 8. 2023.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, January 28, 2023, on police violence in the United States.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the Republican Party's 2024 presidential election in "A-Studio," Yle TV1, January 25, 2023 (00:17:08).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the reasons for the election poll errors in the U.S. in Turun Sanomat, January 10, 2023.
- Dr Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Yle Uutiset 20:30," Yle TV 1, January 5, 2023, on the U.S. House speakership vote
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, January 5, 2023, on the U.S. House speakership debate.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, January 5, 2023, on the U.S. House speakership debate.
2022
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Fulbright Finland Magazine's Alumni in Focus series, December 19, 2022.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the 2022 U.S midterm elections in "A-Studio," Yle TV1, November 9, 2022. (In Finnish.)
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S. midterm elections and the underlying election premise in "Ylen Aamu," Yle TV1, November 8, 2022.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Turun Sanomat about the U.S. congressional elections, October 30, 2022. (In Finnish.)
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S. congressional elections and related phenomena in a podcast episode for "The Ulkopolitist", October 29, 2022. (In Finnish.)
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen talks about the approaching U.S. congressional elections in "A-Studio," Yle TV1, (29:00) October 19, 2022. (In Finnish.)
- Dr. Oscar Winberg discusses election lies, democracy, and abortion in the Trump era in "Svenska YLE's" podcast, October 18, 2022. (In Swedish.)
- Adjunct Lecturer Tuula Kolehmainen writes an article for the Finnish American Studies Association (FASA) column series in SAM Magazine about Black women authors' depictions of men, October 13, 2022. (In Finnish.)
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen Aamu," Yle TV 1 (50:39) and "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1 (6:40), October 7, 2022 on issues relating to the 2022 midterm elections and the current U.S. political environment. (In Finnish.)
- Doctoral Researcher Mila Seppälä interviewed for "Intranet Uutiset" on October 6, 2022 about her Fulbright research exchange in Austin, Texas. (In Finnish.)
- Dr. Pekka Kolehmainen writes about the term "culture war" and how it has been used for political purposes in SAM Magazine, September 16, 2022.
- Dr. Oscar Winberg interviewed for Svenska Yle, September 7, 2022, on Trump, the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago and the appointment of a special master.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses gun politics in the U.S. in "Maailmanpolitiikan arkipäivää," Yle Radio 1, August 27, 2022.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen aamu," Yle TV 1 and "Ykkösaamu," YLE Radio 1, August 17, 2022 on issues relating to the 2022 midterm elections.
- Project Researcher Nadia Nava Contreras interviewed for Yle Uutiset, August 8, 2022, on the ongoing crisis in Cuba.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Iltalehti, June 27, 2022, on the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Published, for example, in Ilta-Sanomat, June 26, 2022.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Kulttuuriykkönen," YLE Radio 1, June 14, 2022, on clashes over abortion and gun rights in the U.S.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the problems of the term "polarization" and how the idea of political polarization is used for political gains in the U.S. in Turun Sanomat, January 29, 2022.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ylen aamu," Yle TV 1, January 20, 2022 on issues relating to President Joe Biden's press conference.
2021
- Doctoral Researcher Mila Seppälä writes about the current youth movements and activism in the U.S. in Turun Sanomat, December 18, 2021.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki and Doctoral Candidate Pekka Kolehmainen write about the term "woke culture" and how North American Studies approaches societal phenomena in the University of Turku blog, December 10, 2021.
- Doctoral Researcher Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed for "Kulttuuriykkönen," Yle Radio 1, December 1, 2021, on rock and politics in the Reagan Era.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen writes about the intensification of US-China diplomatic relations for Turun Sanomat, November 23, 2021.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen discusses security policy and East Asia on “Ykkösaamu,” Yle Radio 1, September 29, 2021.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for “Ylen aamu,” Yle TV 1, September 21, 2021 on defense disputes at the South China Sea.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen and Doctoral Candidate Pekka Kolehmainen interviewed by Suomen Tietotoimisto (STT), September 12, 2021, for multiple publications, including Länsi-Savo, on the debate about abortion laws in the US.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for Talouselämä, September 11, 2021, on the threat of a renewed Cold War.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed by Helsingin Sanomat for bi-monthly magazine HS Teema, August 19, 2021, on the legacy of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki writes about how the appointment of Deb Haaland as Secretary of Interior impacts indigenous populations in SAM Magazine, August 16, 2021.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, June 10, 2021, on President Joe Biden’s visit to Europe.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, May 25, 2021, on the anniversary of George Floyd’s death.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed by Suomen Tietotoimisto (STT), May 22, 2021, for multiple publications, including Kymen Sanomat, on gun culture in the US.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, February 22, 2021, on the naval relations between US and China.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, January 21, 2021, on the key takeaways from President Joe Biden’s inauguration speech.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for Kauppalehti, January 20, 2021, on the transition into a Biden administration.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki writes about the nomination of Deb Haaland for Secretary of the Interior in Turun Sanomat, January 11, 2021.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Georgia’s senate election in a special broadcast on Yle Uutiset, January 6, 2021.
2020
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen discusses the transition into a Biden administration on “Maailmanpolitiikan arkipäivää,” Yle Radio 1, November 28, 2020.
- Project Researcher Nadia Nava Contreras writes about the Covid-19 crisis in Cuba in the University of Eastern Finland blog, November 26, 2020.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen discusses the vote counting process and potential results of the 2020 US Presidential Election on “Ykkösaamu,” Yle Radio 1, November 6, 2020.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen and JMC-students write about the state of the US presidential election in the University of Turku blog, November 5, 2020.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen discusses the international effects of the US presidential election on “Politiikkaradio,” Yle Puhe, November 2, 2020.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for Aamulehti, October 31, 2020, on the impact of the US presidential election on Finland and the rest of the world.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump on “Ykkösaamu,” Yle Radio 1, October 23, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, October 23, 2020, on the second presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
- Project Researcher Pekka Kolehmainen writes about President Trump contracting coronavirus in Turun Sanomat, October 10, 2020.
- Project Researcher Pekka Kolehmainen discusses the latest turns in the US presidential election on Yle Radio Suomi Turku, October 6, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Joe Biden and Donald Trump’s first presidential debate on “Ykkösaamu,” Yle Radio 1, September 30, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Urheilu, August 27, 2020, on professional athletes protesting in the US.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Länsi-Suomi, August 26, 2020, on the Black Lives Matter protests in Wisconsin.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, August 24, 2020, on US foreign policy during Donald Trump’s presidential term.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for “Ylen aamu,” Yle TV 1, August 24, 2020 (starting at 28:20), on the Republican National Convention.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for “Ykkösaamu,” Yle Radio 1, August 21, 2020 (starting at 03:35), on Joe Biden’s speech at the Democratic National Convention.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Michelle Obama’s speech at the Democratic National Convention on “Ylen aamu,” Yle TV1, August 18, 2020 (starting at 29:22).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Keskisuomalainen, August 11, 2020, on the selection of Kamala Harris as a vice presidential nominee.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Kainuun Sanomat, August 11, 2020, on the selection of a Democratic vice presidential candidate.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the right to bear arms at US universities in Suomen Kuvalehti, July 31, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about race and terminology in Suomen Kuvalehti, July 3, 2020.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, June 24, 2020, on John Bolton's White House memoir The Room Where it Happened.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, June 18, 2020, on John Bolton's book The Room Where It Happened: A White House Memoir.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses boxing with Eva Wahlström and Jussi Paasi in "Urheiluhullut," Yle Puhe, June 15, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for MTV Uutiset, June 14, 2020, on the death of George Floyd and police brutality in the U.S.
- Doctoral Candidate Mila Seppälä writes about U.S. laws on police use of force in Turun Sanomat, June 12, 2020.
- Dr. Albion M. Butters writes about the JMC's Campus Carry project in UTU News, June 8, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the upcoming U.S. Presidential Election. Published, for example, in MTV Uutiset, Länsi-Uusimaa, and Demokraatti, June 7, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the economic effects of the Coronavirus pandemic for different generations in the United States. Yle Uutiset, June 6, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Lännen Media on protests and unrest in the United States. Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat, June 2, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the protests against police brutality in the U.S. in "Ykkösaamu" (starting at 04:07), Yle Radio 1, June 2, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed on the the ongoing protests in the U.S. for YleX "Etusivu" (starting at 12:40), June 1, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the ongoing protests against police brutality in the United States. Published, for example, in Savon Sanomat and Keskisuomalainen, May 30, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on Joe Biden and the upcoming U.S. Presidential Election. Published, for example, in Demokraatti and Keskisuomalainen, May 26, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, May 25, 2020 (starting at 20:38), on recent developments in the U.S. regarding the coronavirus.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about power relations in professional boxing in Suomen Kuvalehti, May 22, 2020.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen writes about the Coronavirus and the political implications of naming a virus in Politiikasta, May 15, 2020.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for "Ylen aamu," Yle TV1, May 13, 2020, on power relations between the U.S. and China.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, May 7, 2020, on the impact of presidential candidate Joe Biden's sexual assault allegations on the 2020 U.S. presidential elections.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for University of Turku News, May 4, 2020, on the 2020 U.S. presidential election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the impact of Coronavirus on American exceptionalism and understanding of self in Suomen Kuvalehti, April 24, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for YLE Uutiset, April 21 ,2020, on President Trump's temporal suspension of immigration due to the Coronavirus.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Kulttuuriykkönen," Yle Radio 1, April 8, 2020, on the societal connotations of Bob Dylan's song Murder Most Foul.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the impact of Coronavirus on minority groups in the U.S. Published, for example in Keskisuomalainen, Ilkka-Pohjalainen, and MTV Uutiset, April 8, 2020
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Lännen Media on the 2020 U.S. presidential election. Published, for example, in Kainuun Sanomat and Turun Sanomat, April 5, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Radio 1, "Ykkösaamu," March 23, 2020 (starting at 04:10) on Joe Biden, Donald Trump and the impact of Coronavirus. Interview referenced in an article by YLE, March 23, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the current situation in the Democratic Primaries. Published, for example in Keskisuomalainen and Ilta-Sanomat, March 18, 2020
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the role of Super PAC campaign funding in the U.S. Presidential Elections in Suomen Kuvalehti, March 13, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the March 10 Democratic Primaries. Published, for example in Keskisuomalainen, Ilkka-Pohjalainen, and Demokraatti, March 11, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about Super Tuesday and the Democratic Primaries in Turun Sanomat, March 6, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the Super Tuesday results and the U.S. presidential election in "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, March 4, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the Super Tuesday Primaries. Published, for example, in Salon Seudun Sanomat, Suomenmaa, and Keskisuomalainen, March 4, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Iltalehti, March 4, 2020, on the Super Tuesday results.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the Super Tuesday results on the Ilta-Sanomat live broadcast, March 4, 2020. See also the Ilta-Sanomat article based on the broadcast.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, March 4, 2020, on the U.S. Presidential Primaries (starting at 03:55).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S. presidential primaries in "A-Studio," Yle TV1, March 3, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Radio 1, "Ykkösaamu," March 3, 2020 (starting at 20:30) on Super Tuesday and the U.S. presidential election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on Senator Bernie Sanders. Published, for example, in Keskisuomalainen, Ilta-Sanomat, and Demokraatti, February 27, 2020.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen writes with Dr. Marko Lehti about the discourse on the West in crisis. Helsingin Sanomat, February 22, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT about Pete Buttigieg. Published, for example, in Ilta-Sanomat, February 14, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the U.S. Embargo against Cuba in Suomen Kuvalehti, February 14, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, February 12, 2020 on the U.S. Presidential Election (starting at 03:50).
- A piece about the closing seminar of the JMC's research project “Tragediauutisoinnin haasteet – median mahdollisuudet käsitellä kouluampumisia” on the Helsingin Sanomat Foundation website, February 11, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Lännen Media on the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election. Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat, Länsi-Suomi, Aamulehti, and Kainuun Sanomat. February 9, 2020.
- Dr. Maiju Kannisto talks about school shootings in the media. UTU News video, February 5, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Lännen Media on the Iowa Democratic caucuses. Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat, Satakunnan Kansa, Kaleva, and Aamulehti on February 4, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Aamu-tv," Yle TV1, February 4, 2020 (starting at 28:12), on the Iowa Democratic caucuses.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Radio 1, "Ykkösaamu," February 3, 2020, on the U.S. Presidential Election and the Iowa Democratic caucuses.
- Dr. Maiju Kannisto interviewed for Hufvudstadsbladet, February 2, 2020, on the reporting of school attacks in Finland and the U.S.
- The research project "Tragediauutisoinnin haasteet – median mahdollisuudet käsitellä kouluampumisia" (#TRAGE) closing seminar publicized on the UTU website, January 21, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about ballot measures and the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election in Suomen Kuvalehti, January 17, 2020.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the impeachment of President Trump. Published, for example, in Salon Seudun Sanomat and Keskisuomalainen, January 3, 2020.
2019
- Dr. Samira Saramo interviewed for MTV Uutiset, December 30, 2019, on the legalization of marijuana in Canada.
- Dr. Kirsi Cheas writes about recent international initiatives of the ASLA-Fulbright Alumni Association in the Fulbright Finland Blog, December 20, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Iltalehti, December 19, 2019, on President Trump's impeachment.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Donald Trump's impeachment and the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, December 19, 2019.
- Project Researcher Malla Lehtonen writes about the "American Voices" Seminar in Fulbright Finland News 2/2019 (page 13).
- Dr. Kirsi Cheas writes about interdisciplinarity in Fulbright Finland News 2/2019 (page 14).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about Donald Trump's impeachment process in Suomen Kuvalehti, December 13, 2019.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, December 11, 2019, on Donald Trump's impeachment process.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1 on Donald Trump's impeachment inquiry. December 5, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Lännen Media about the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump. Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat, November 27, 2019.
- Dr. Maiju Kannisto interviewed for a special broadcast on Yle Urheilu, November 19, 2019, on Finland's national football team and football in Finland.
- Dr. Maiju Kannisto's comments on Finland's national football team and football spectatorship in Finland in Yle Urheilu, November 17, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the rhetoric of U.S. Presidents regarding war. Suomen Kuvalehti, November 15, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen talks about the impeachment inquiry of President Trump in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, November 13, 2019.
- Dr. Maiju Kannisto discusses Finland's national football team in "Urheiluhullut," Yle Radio Suomi, November 11, 2019.
- Dr. Maiju Kannisto and Project Researcher Mila Seppälä write about the reporting of a sword attack at a vocational school in Kuopio. Journalisti, October 29, 2019.
- Dr. Samira Saramo interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, October 22, 2019 (starting at 21:40) on the Canadian federal election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about blackface in Suomen Kuvalehti, October 18, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses ski jumper Matti Nykänen and Finnish national heroes and anti-heroes at the event "Turun Tieteen päivät," September 28, 2019.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed on the impeachment inquiry of President Trump for "Aamu-tv," Yle TV1, September 28,2019 (starting at 04:25).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Donald Trump's impeachment inquiry in "A-studio," Yle TV1, September 25, 2019. Excerpts from the program also featured in "Aamu-tv," Yle TV1, September 26 (starting at 35:20).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump. Published, for example, in Ilkka, Ilta-Sanomat, and Karjalainen, September 25, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Radio Suomen Päivä," Yle Radio Suomi, September 25, 2019, on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump.
- Prof. Benita Heiskanen's column on shifts in the U.S. population and power dynamics in Suomen Kuvalehti, 20.9.2019.
- Professor Benita Heiskanen's inaugural lecture published in Tieteessä tapahtuu 5/2019 (pages 37-39).
- The new book Contestations of Liberal Order: The West in Crisis, edited by Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen et al., publicized in Aamuset, September 17, 2019.
- The JMC's Academy of Finland research project on the Texas state Campus Carry legislation featured in Yle Uutiset, September 15, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the firing of U.S. national security adviser John Bolton in "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, September 12, 2019.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen writes about the trade war between China and the U.S. in Turun Sanomat, September 10, 2019.
- Mila Seppälä writes about U.S. gun legislation in Turun Sanomat, August 27, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about El Paso, Texas and U.S.-Mexico relations in Suomen Kuvalehti, August 23, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses mass shootings in the U.S. in "Maailmanpolitiikan arkipäivää," Yle Radio 1, August 17, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about racism and Donald Trump in Turun Sanomat, August 6, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses mass shootings in the U.S. in "A-studio," Yle TV1, August 5, 2019 (starting at 20:06).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed on the recent mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, and Chicago. "Puheen aamu," Yle Puhe, August 5, 2019 (starting at 01:38:30).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Aamu-tv," Yle TV1, on August 5, 2019 (starting at 49:20), on the recent mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, and Chicago. The interview was also published as an article in Yle Uutiset.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the Democratic Debates in "Radio Suomen Päivä," Yle Radio Suomi, July 31, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Lännen Media on the U.S. supreme court decision to allow President Trump to use Pentagon funds to build a border wall. Published, for example, in Aamulehti and Kaleva on July 27, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election in Suomen Kuvalehti, July 26, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed by Lännen Media about Robert Mueller's Congressional hearing. Published, for example, in Kaleva, Länsi-Suomi, Turun Sanomat, and Satakunnan Kansa on July 25, 2019.
- Dr. Samira Saramo discusses Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, July 22, 2019 (starting at 21:45).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen talks about racism in the United States in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, July 8, 2019 (starting at 24:02). Also published in Yle Uutiset, July 8, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the current political and cultural climate in the U.S. in "Kulttuuriykkönen," Yle Radio 1, July 5, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen analyses the first 2020 Democratic debate in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, June 27, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the U.S. 2020 Presidential Election. Published, for example, in Keskisuomalainen, June 24, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen's comments on the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election in Ilta-Sanomat, June 19, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen answers questions from readers about the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election on the Yle Uutiset website, June 19, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election in "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, June 19, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the official launch of Donald Trump's 2020 Presidential Election campaign in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, June 19, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the right to bear arms in the United States in Suomen Kuvalehti, June 14, 2019.
- Dr. Lotta Kähkönen discusses Margaret Atwood's 1985 book The Handmaid's Tale in "Kulttuuriykkönen," Yle Radio 1, May 27, 2019.
- Professor Benita Heiskanen's inaugural lecture "Ylirajainen Pohjois-Amerikan tutkimus" (April 17, 2019) published as a podcast on SoundCloud.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the Mueller report in Suomen Kuvalehti, May 17, 2019.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki answers questions on cultural appropriation in "Kysyttiinkö tää jo?" Yle Kioski, May 15, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, April 29, 2019 (starting at 01:01:10).
- Professor Benita Heiskanen's inaugural lecture publicized in Turun Sanomat, April 17, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the shake-up of the leadership at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Helsingin Sanomat, April 10, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about white supremacism in Suomen Kuvalehti, March 29, 2019.
- Dr. Lotta Kähkönen writes about the lawsuit against Remington Arms in Turun Sanomat, March 27, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the Mueller/Barr report on "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, March 26, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the Mueller report on "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, March 26, 2019 (starting at 18:30).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed by Lännen Media about the Mueller report. Published, for example, in Satakunnan Kansa, March 25, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the Mueller report on "Suomen Radion Päivä," Yle Radio Suomi, March 25, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed by Lännen Media on the completion of the Mueller investigation. Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat, March 23, 2019.
- Dr. Samira Saramo writes about the Canadian government's corruption scandal in Turun Sanomat, March 8, 2019.
- Dr. Maiju Kannisto discusses ski jumper Matti Nykänen and his portrayal in Finnish media in Journalisti, February 28, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen's piece about El Chapo and his trial in Suomen Kuvalehti, February 22, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen is interviewed about Trump and possible candidates for the upcoming 2020 U.S. presidential elections in Demokraatti 5/2019.
- Dr. Kirsi Cheas, Dr. Benita Heiskanen, and Dr. Maiju Kannisto write about gun control activism in the U.S. in Turun Sanomat, February 13, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on President Trump's State of the Union Address for "Lännen Media." Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat, February 6, 2019.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki discusses the ramifications of the U.S. government shutdown on the University of Turku YouTube channel, January 29, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for MTV Uutiset, January 26, 2019 on the U.S. government shutdown and president Trump's plans for the border wall.
- Dr. Maiju Kannisto's editorial, article, and a review of her dissertation in Lähikuva 4/2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Yle Uutiset," Yle Radio Suomi, January 21, 2019, on racial relations in the U.S.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen's piece on the U.S.-Mexico border wall in Suomen Kuvalehti, January 18, 2019.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki interviewed for Karjalainen, January 16, 2019 on cultural appropriation.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen's remarks on President Trump's address on border security in Svenska Yle, January 9, 2019.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, January 9, 2019 (starting at 20:20) on Donald Trump's address on border security.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on Donald Trump's address on border security in Yle TV1, "Aamu-tv", January 9, 2019 (starting at 48:21).
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen writes about the U.S. and its current vision of the world order in Turun Sanomat, January 9, 2019.
2018
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Pohjalainen, December 28, 2018, on the U.S.-Mexico border wall and the U.S. government shutdown.
- Dr. Mike Hill visits the JMC and gives a talk on "Whiteness in the Trumposcene: Civil Society, Security, and After." Publicized, for example, in Aamuset and on the UTU News, November 22, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the Midterm Elections and infringements on voting rights in the U.S. in the University of Turku blog, November 13, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the U.S. Midterm Elections in Yle TV1 news at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on November 7, 2018.
- Q & A on the 2018 U.S. Congressional Elections with Dr. Benita Heiskanen on the Yle Uutiset website, November 7, 2018.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed on the U.S. Midterm Elections for Sisuradio's talkshow "Iltapäivä" on November 7, 2018 (starting at 36:42). Also published on the Sveriges's Radio/Sisuradio webpage.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S. Midterm Elections in an Yle Uutiset Special Online Broadcast on November 7, 2018.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed by Lännen Media on the U.S. Midterm Elections on November 7, 2018. Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat, Satakunnan Kansa, and Keskipohjanmaa.
- Dr. Lotta Kähkönen writes about the gendered gun culture of the United States in Turun Sanomat, November 7, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the U.S. Midterm Elections for Yle Radio Suomi news on November 7, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the U.S. Congressional Elections for STT on November 7, 2018. Published, for example, in Savon Sanomat, Maaseudun Tulevaisuus, Keskisuomalainen, and Länsi-Suomi.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses on the ramifications of the results of the U.S. Midterm Elections in Ilta-Sanomat, November 7, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the outcome of the U.S. Midterm Elections in Ilta-Sanomat, November 7, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen talks about the results of the U.S. Congressional Elections in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, November 7, 2018.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen analyzes the outcome of the U.S. Midterm Elections in "Huomenta Suomi," MTV3, November 7, 2018 (at 37:25 and 1:22:28). Also published in MTV Uutiset.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Fox News in "Aristoteleen kantapää," Yle Radio 1, November 7, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the 2018 U.S. Midterm Elections in "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, November 6, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses polarization in the U.S. and Europe in Yle TV1, "A-Studio: Talk," November 1, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, October 31, 2018, on the militarization of the U.S.-Mexico border.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the long roots of political violence in the U.S. in Yle Uutiset, October 26, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen talks about current developments in the U.S. and the upcoming Midterm Elections in Yle TV1, "Aamu-tv," October 26, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S. and "Americanness" in Yle Radio 1, "Kulttuuriykkönen," October 26, 2018.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki writes about the controversy surrounding Sen. Elizabeth Warren's DNA test in Turun Sanomat, October 23, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Radio 1, "Ykkösaamu," October 8, 2018 on the confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Keskipohjanmaa, October 7, 2018, on the confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court.
- News of the Helsingin Sanomat Foundation grant on the webpage of the University of Turku, September 28, 2018.
- The Helsingin Sanomat Foundation's grant for JMC's research project "Tragediauutisoinnin haasteet – median mahdollisuudet käsitellä kouluampumisia" as reported by Turun Sanomat, September 27, 2018.
- Dr. Kimmo Ahonen, member of the JMC Research Network, writes about the oncoming midterm elections of 2018 in Satakunnan Kansa, September 26, 2018.
- Dr. Samira Saramo talks about online grassroots activism on the University of Turku's YouTube Channel, September 25, 2018.
- Dr. Samira Saramo interviewed for Lännen Media on Donald Trump's reaction to the anonymous Op-Ed in New York Times. Published, for example, in Aamulehti, September 7, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Lännen Media on Robert Mueller's Trump-Russia investigation. Published, for example, in Satakunnan Kansa, August 24, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, August 23, 2018, on the convictions of Paul Manafort and Michael Cohen.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Hufvudstadsbladet, July 17, 2018, on the ramifications of the Trump-Putin summit.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Aamulehti, July 17, 2018, on the indictments of Paul Manafort and Michael Cohen.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on U.S. reactions to the Trump-Putin summit, July 17, 2018. Covered, for example, in Turun Sanomat and Lapin Kansa.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the Trump-Putin summit in Ilta-Sanomat, July 17, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Svenska Yle, July 17, 2018, on the Trump-Putin summit.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discussed the Trump-Putin summit in the Swedish-language news "Nyheter," Yle Vega, July 17, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen analyzes the ramifications of the Trump-Putin summit in Yle's "Aamu-tv," July 17, 2018. Covered, for example, in Uusi Suomi.
- Yle Uutiset, July 17, 2018, writes about the aftermath of the Trump-Putin summit, with comments from Dr. Benita Heiskanen.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Aamulehti, July 16, 2018 on the Trump-Putin summit.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the Trump-Putin summit in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, July 16, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Aamulehti, July 15, 2018 on the Trump-Putin summit in Helsinki.
- Yle's special broadcast on the eve of the Trump-Putin summit, July 14, 2018, with Dr. Benita Heiskanen.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the NATO summit on "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, July 12, 2018.
- Lännen Media interviewed Dr. Benita Heiskanen on July 10, 2018, about Brett Kavanaugh's nomination for the U.S. Supreme Court. Published, for example, in Hämeen Sanomat, Kaleva, and Keskipohjanmaa.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Radio 1, "Ykkösaamu," July 10, 2018 about President Trump's nomination of Brett Kavanaugh for the U.S. Supreme Court.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on Justice Anthony Kennedy's retirement from the U.S. Supreme Court for Hufvudstadsbladet, June 28, 2018.
- Kaleva, June 27, 2018, writes about U.S.-Russia relations, with comments from Dr. Benita Heiskanen.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about nativism and U.S. immigration policy in Turun Sanomat, June 27, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses current U.S. immigration policy in "Päivän kasvo," Yle TV1, June 19, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, June 19, 2018 about U.S. immigration policy.
- Dr. Samira Saramo talks about her research on Finnish immigrant communities in North America on Shaw TV's "Community Conversations," June 13, 2018.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen writes about the implications of the Donald Trump-Kim Jong-un summit for U.S.-North Korea relations in Turun Sanomat, June 15, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the G7 summit and President Trump's decision to retract his endorsement of the joint statement in Suomen Kuvalehti, June 13, 2018.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen analyzes the implications of the summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un in Ilta-Sanomat, June 13, 2018.
- Front page story in The Daily Mining Gazette, June 7, 2018, about Dr. Samira Saramo and her work on grief and death in Finnish North American communities.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S. presidential pardon power in "Aamu-tv," YLE TV1, June 6, 2018.
- News article on Texas state gun legislation in Yle Uutiset, June 5, 2018, based on Dr. Benita Heiskanen's interview in Yle Radio 1, "Ykkösaamu."
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Radio 1, "Ykkösaamu," June 5, 2018 (starting at 54:20), on the implementation of gun legislation on university campuses in Texas.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for SVT2 News, May 18, 2018 on ice hockey's significance for Finns.
- Dr. Samira Saramo interviewed for "Superior Morning," CBC Thunder Bay, May 15, 2018 about her research on death and Finnish immigration history.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the Ice Hockey World Championships and hockey spectatorship in Finland in "Urheiluhullut," Yle Radio Suomi, May 14, 2018.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, May 11, 2018, on Native Americans and cultural appropriation.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki discusses cultural appropriation in "Mahadura & Özberkan," Yle Puhe, May 3, 2018.
- The Daily Texan, April 19, 2018, writes about JMC's Academy of Finland research project on the implications of the Texas state "Campus Carry" gun legislation.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki discusses Native Americans–U.S. federal government relations in the "American History Too!" podcast, episode 47, 2018.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki interviewed for Maailman Kuvalehti, March 28, 2018 on official apologies to Indigenous peoples.
- Three topics to keep an eye on in 2018 regarding the U.S., according to Dr. Benita Heiskanen: video by GEO Magazine.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses current developments in the U.S. in GEO 3/2018.
- Hundreds of student-led gun control protests took place around the U.S. on March 14, 2018. Dr. Benita Heiskanen discussed the movement in YLE Uutiset, March 14, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen's comments on the firing of U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson in Ilta-Sanomat, March 13, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses gun legislation and current gun control reform movements in the U.S. in "Ajantasa," Yle Radio Suomi, March 2, 2018 (starting at 12:00 minutes).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on Robert Mueller's indictment against Russian individuals and entities for interference in the 2016 presidential election in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, February 19, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ajantasa," Yle Radio Suomi, February 15, 2018 on U.S. gun legislation and the school shooting in Florida on February 14, 2018.
- A retrospective look at civil rights in the United States by Dr. Benita Heiskanen in SAM Magazine 1/2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed by Suomen Tietotoimisto (STT) on the release of a controversial memo regarding the Trump-Russia investigation. Published, for example, in Keskisuomalainen, February 3, 2018.
- President Trump gave his first State of the Union address on January 30, 2018. Dr. Benita Heiskanen's comments on the speech in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, January 31, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses President Trump's first year in office on "Maailmanpolitiikan arkipäivää," Yle Radio 1, January 20, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the significance of Donald Trump's presidency and the role of American Studies scholars in analyzing current developments in the U.S. in the University of Turku blog, January 19, 2018.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed by Suomen Tietotoimisto (STT) on President Trump's use of language when discussing Haiti and African nations. Published, for example, in Savon Sanomat, January 13, 2018.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen and Dr. Anna Kronlund discuss U.S.-Finland relations in the seminar "Suomi kansainvälisessä politiikassa" on January 10, 2018. Turun Sanomat, January 11, 2018.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki talks about the truth and reconciliation commissions in Finland, Canada, and the U.S. in YLE Uutiset, January 9, 2018.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki's comments on the truth and reconciliation commissions in Canada and the U.S. in Maailman Kuvalehti, January 2018.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki discusses the plans for a Finnish truth and reconciliation commission in the seminar "Kokemuksia totuuskomissioista," January 8, 2018, organized by Historians without Borders in Finland.
2017
- Dr. Anna Kronlund comments on the frequent firings and resignations of the Trump administration in Suomen Kuvalehti, December 27, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen analyzes Trump's year as a president, Russia investigation and recognition of Jerusalem in "A-studio: Talk," YLE TV1, December 7, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on Mueller's Russia investigation and its recent developments including Michael Flynn's confession about lying to the FBI in "Ykkösaamu," YLE Radio 1, December 4, 2017.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen summarizes Trump's Asian tour in Turun Sanomat, November 23, 2017.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki's article on cultural appropriation, indigenous peoples, and settler colonialism in AntroBlogi, November 14, 2017.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen summarizes Trump's Asian tour in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, November 13, 2017.
- Dr. Reetta Humalajoki's article on what Finland could learn from Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada in Turun Sanomat, November 11, 2017.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed on Trump's Asian tour in "Ajantasa," Yle Radio Suomi, November 10, 2017. (Start time 01:06)
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen talks about Trump's visit to Asia, U.S.-China relations, and North Korea in "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, November 9, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed on Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross' ties to Russia and the ongoing Russia investigation in "A-studio," YLE TV1, November 6, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on Mueller's Russia investigation in "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, November 2, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on the investigation of Trump's presidential campaign's ties to Russia in Keskisuomalainen, November 1, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia investigation, its recent indictments, and Russia's influence on the 2016 presidential elections in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, October 31, 2017.
- Dr. Samira Saramo's article on cultural appropiration in Finland, UNDRIP, and Indigineous peoples' fight for equality in Turun Sanomat, October 19, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on Trump's threat to abandon the Iran nuclear deal, worsening relationship with North Korea and disorder in Trump's government in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, October 13, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen and Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen on Puerto Rico's political position and hurricane Maria's aftermath in Turun Sanomat, October 7, 2017.
- Dr. Anna Kronlund analyzes Trump's environmental policy in Turun Sanomat, October 6, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the Las Vegas shootings and U.S. weapon laws in "Ajantasa," Yle Radio 1, October 3, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen's article about white nationalism in Turun Sanomat, August 17, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on far-right groups in the U.S. and Trump's relationship to them in YLE, August 16, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the rise of the white nationalist movement in the U.S. and on the white supremacist rally in Charlottesville in Helsingin Sanomat, August 15, 2017.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen on Trump's policy on North Korea in Turun Sanomat, August 12, 2017.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen interviewed on U.S.-North Korea tensions and China's potential role in solving the issues in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, August 10, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on Anthony Scaramucci's removal from the office and White House staffing probelms in "Yle Uutiset," YLE TV1, August 1, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the first six months of Trump presidency in Helsingin Sanomat, July 29, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the Republicans' failure to repeal Obamacare in YLE news website, July 28, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed on the immigration policy of the U.S., U.S.-Mexico border area, and Republican plans to repeal Obamacare in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, July 26, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on healthcare in the U.S. in Helsingin Sanomat, July 25, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on the increasing popularity of Obamacare in Helsingin Sanomat, July 18, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on the fall of Trumpcare in YLE, July 18, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on the Republican bill to repeal and replace Obamacare in Helsingin Sanomat, July 17, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on the differences between Europe and the U.S.A. in Turun Ylioppilaslehti, 4/2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on drug-related violence in Mexico in "Yle Uutiset," YLE TV1, June 20, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen's article "Envisioning a Bright Fulbright-JMC Future" in Fulbright Finland News 1/2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the former F.B.I. director James Comey's testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, June 9, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on James Comey's testimony and Trump's presidency in Suomen Kuvalehti, June 8, 2017.
- Dr. Anna Kronlund comments on Trump's negative attitude towards The Paris Agreement in Suomenmaa, June 1, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on Trump's visit to Europe in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, May 29, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed on Muhammad Ali and "Ali in Un/Expeceted Spaces" Symposium organized by the JMC in Suomen Kuvalehti, May 19, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed on Muhammad Ali in Yle Radio Suomi Turku, May 18, 2017 & May 19, 2017.
- Dr. Anna Kronlund is interviewed on Trump's alleged information leak and its possible consequences in Turun Sanomat, May 17, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on Trump's alleged information leak to Russia in Iltalehti, May 16, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the claim that Trump gave classified information to Russian officials during their last meeting in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, May 16, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen analyzes F.B.I director James Comey's removal from office, ongoing investigations on the presidential campaign of Trump, U.S. - China trade relations, and Trump's climate policy in "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, May 15, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses possible reasons behind F.B.I. director James Comey's removal from the office and the reaction to it in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, May 11, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on F.B.I. director James Comey's removal from the office in Iltalehti, May 11, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the first 100 days of Trump's Presidency in Suomen Kuvalehti, April 28, 2017.
- Dr. Anna Kronlund analyzes the first 100 days of Republican Government in Turun Sanomat, April 27, 2017.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen comments on Trump administration's Korea policy on the Youtube channel of the University of Turku, April 20, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen talks about Trump administration's budget proposal and its possible consequences for the poor in the US and worldwide in "Aamu-tv," YLE TV1, March 20, 2017.
- Dr. Henna-Riikka Pennanen discusses U.S.-East Asia relations in Turun Sanomat, March 18, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed on Trump administration's new travel ban in "Ykkösaamu," YLE Radio 1, March 7, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen and the JMC featured in Turun Sanomat, March 6, 2017. Click here for video.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the controversy around Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Trump administration's stance on Russia in Aamulehti, February 2, 2017 and Pohjalainen, February 2, 2017.
- Dr. Samira Saramo discusses Canada in the global migration context in Turun Sanomat, February 2, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the ramifications of Donald Trump's presidency in Suomen Kuvalehti, February 5, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen talks about U.S.-Mexico relations in "Aamu-tv," YLE TV1, January 28, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on President Trump's speech to Republican congressional leaders in Taloussanomat, January 26, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed on President Trump's immigration policy in "Ykkösaamu," YLE Radio 1, January 26, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the outset of Donald Trump's presidency in Turun Sanomat, January 24, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Donald Trump's precidency in relation to Finland in Iltalehti, January 21, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Turun Sanomat, January 21, 2017, on President Trump.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ilta-Sanomat, January 21, 2017, on President Trump's inaugural speech.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on President Trump's inaugural speech for Helsingin Sanomat, January 20, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses President Trump's inauguration on YLE TV1, January 20, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Suomen Kuvalehti, January 18, 2017, on Donald Trump and international cooperation.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the white nationalist insurgency in the United States for Yle Nyheter, January 15, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the presidential transition in Yle Uutiset, January 15, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT about the ethical debates of the new administration. Published, for example, in Iltalehti and Savon Sanomat on January 12, 2017.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on Finns' reactions to the U.S. precidency in Turun Sanomat, January 9, 2017.
2016
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen in Yle Uutiset, December 31, 2016, on the global ramifications of the new presidency.
- The Kone Foundation's grant for JMC's research project "Cuba in Flux: Visualizing Urban Transformation in Havana."
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Suomen Kuvalehti, November 11, 2016, on Donald Trump.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Suomen Kuvalehti, November 11, 2016, on Mike Pence.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Uutiskauha," Alfa-Tv, November 11, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the bipartisan issues rising from Trump's presidency in Yle Uutiset, November 11, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen evaluates the possible effects Trump's presidency has on safety issues in Turun Sanomat, November 10, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Etelä-Saimaa, November 10, 2016, on Donald Trump's possible cabinet choices.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Me Naiset, November 9, 2016, on how the U.S. presidential election might affect women's rights.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ajantasa," Yle Radio Suomi, November 9, 2016, on the U.S. presidential election results.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on Donald Trump's victory speech in Helsingin Sanomat, November 9, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on the U.S. presidential election results on November 9, 2016. Published, for example, in Karjalainen, Keskisuomalainen, KP24, Savon Sanomat, Salon Seudun Sanomat, Etelä-Suomen Sanomat, and Turun Sanomat.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments the U.S. presidential election vote count for Iltalehti, November 9, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen evaluates the effects that the U.S. presidential election results have on Finland in MTV Uutiset, November 8, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen analyzes the presidential skills of both candidates for MTV Uutiset, November 8, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the possible outcome of the U.S. presidential election in Helsingin Sanomat, November 11, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments Hillary Clinton's email controversy on Yle Uutiset, October 29, 2016.
- Dr. Samira Saramo writes about the U.S. presidential election and new global engagement in the University of Turku Blog, October 28, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S. presidential election and the allegations made in the presidential race in Turun Sanomat, October 22, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ylioppilaslehti, October 21, 2016, on the U.S. presidential election.
- Dr. Samira Saramo interviewed for STT, October 21, 2016, on Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the current circumstances of the U.S. presidential election in Turun Sanomat, October 21, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, October 20, 2016, on the U.S. presidential election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen and Dr. Samira Saramo interviewed for Aurora 3/2016 on the U.S. presidential election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the current circumstances of the U.S. presidential election on "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, October 19, 2016 (23:30- 28:10).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on October 18, 2016, on the U.S. presidential election. Published, for example, in Demokraatti, Turun Sanomat, Pohjolan Sanomat, MTV Uutiset, and Lapin Kansa.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Jyväskylän ylioppilaslehti Jylkkäri, October 12, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the second presidential debate on "Politiikkaradio," Yle Puhe, October 10, 2016 (5:00-10:28).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen analyzes the second presidential debate between Clinton and Trump on "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, October 10, 2016 (0:00-21:15).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the second presidential debate between Clinton and Trump in Iltalehti, October 10, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, October 9, 2016, on the spouses of the U.S. presidential candidates.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, October 8, 2016, on Donald Trump.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on "Ylen Aamu-tv," Yle TV1, October 5, 2016, on the U.S. vice presidential candidates.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT-Lehtikuva on September 27, 2016. Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat, Keskisuomalainen, and Kainuun Sanomat.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen analyzes the first presidential debate between Clinton and Trump on "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, September 27, 2016 (1:10- 18:40).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the first presidential debate between Clinton and Trump on Yle Uutiset, September 27, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the upcoming presidential debate on MTV Uutiset, September 26, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on Hillary Clinton's health issues on "Ylen Aamu-tv," Yle TV1, September 17, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S presidential election on "Uutiskauha," AlfaTV, September 16, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the role of memes in the U.S. presidential election on Yle Turku, September 10, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the current situation in the U.S. presidential election on the University of Turku YouTube Channel, September 8, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on September 1, 2016, on Donald Trump. Published, for example, in Turun Sanomat and Iltalehti.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S. presidential election and a crisis in the understanding of "Americanness" in Turun Sanomat, August 18, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the state of the Republican Party in Turun Sanomat, August 5, 2016, and Lapin Kansa, August 5, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on speculations of Donald Trump dropping out of the presidential race in Demokraatti, August 4, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen analyzes Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign in MTV Uutiset, July 31, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen analyzes Donald Trump's presidential campaign in MTV Uutiset, July 31, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for STT on July 29, 2016 on the differences and similarities between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. Published, for example, in Kaleva.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the national conventions and presidential nominations of the Democratic and Republican parties on "Seitsemän Uutiset," MTV3, July 28, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ajantasa," Yle Radio Suomi, July 28, 2016, on recent events in the 2016 U.S. presidential election.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on "Ylen Aamu-tv," Yle TV1, July 20, 2016, on the future of the Republican Party, following the nomination of Donald Trump as the GOP presidential candidate.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign team on "Aristoteleen kantapää," Yle Radio 1, June 29, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses U.S. gun legislation in MTV Uutiset, Iltalehti, Aamulehti, Suomenmaa, and Turun Sanomat, on June 14, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, June 14, 2016 (25:24-31:10), on the mass shooting in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016.
- Dr. Johanna Leinonen talks about whiteness and racism in Finland in Turun Sanomat, June 11, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen quoted in the editorial of Suomen Kuvalehti 21/2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Yle Uutiset, Yle Radio Suomi, May 22, 2016, on Finland's success in the 2016 Ice Hockey World Championship games. The interview was also broadcast on the Yle TV news, Yle TV1, May 22, 2016 and published online on the Yle Uutiset website.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for MTV Uutiset, May 18, 2016, on the 2016 Ice Hockey World Championship games and ice hockey enthusiasm in Finland.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for the MTV3 evening news, May 18, 2016, on the excitement for ice hockey in Finland.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Helsingin Sanomat, May 12, 2016, on ice hockey in Finland.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the U.S. primaries in "Aamu-tv," Yle TV1, on April 27, 2016.
- The JMC's Current Issues Seminar on Star Trek featured in an article by Dr. Kari Kallioniemi in Hiiskuttua 1/2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Suomen Kuvalehti 12-13/2016 about the usage of "race" in the United States and Finland.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses Donald Trump's campaign and the role of social media in the U.S. presidential election in "Kultakuume," Yle Radio 1, March 22, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, March 16, 2016 on the results of the March 15 primaries and the atmosphere in Illinois.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the results of the Super Tuesday primaries on "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, March 2, 2016 (28:40-40:05).
- The JMC's roundtable on the U.S. primaries featured in Aamuset, February 24, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the disillusionment with mainstream politics in the U.S. presidential election in Turun Sanomat, February 12, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the results of the New Hampshire caucuses on "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, February 10, 2016.
- Dr. Samira Saramo interviewed for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, February 9, 2016, on Canada's announcement to end air strikes in Syria and Iraq.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed for Ennen ja nyt 1/2016 on the cultural memory of the Vietnam War.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the results of the Iowa caucuses on the University of Turku YouTube channel on February 2, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on the results of the Iowa caucuses on "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, February 2, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the U.S. Presidential Election on "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, February 1, 2016.
- Dr. Samira Saramo interviewed for Utain 1/2016 on the possible legalization of marijuana in Canada.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on President Barack Obama's State of the Union Address in Suomen Kuvalehti, January 14, 2016.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen comments on President Barack Obama's State of the Union Address on "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, January 13, 2016.
- The book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) featured in Oulu-lehti, January 9, 2016.
2015
- Dr. Samira Saramo discusses Canada's new Prime Minister and his government on YLE Turku on December 29, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen writes about the similarities between the current political climates in Finland and the U.S. in Pulloposti 31 (2015).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen dicusses her research on sport in "Näkökulma," Yle Radio 1, December 9, 2015.
- Dr. Samira Saramo discusses the 2015 Canadian federal election in Turun Sanomat, October 26, 2015.
- Dr. Samira Saramo comments on the results of the 2015 Canadian federal election on the University of Turku YouTube channel on October 20, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on the 2016 U.S. presidential election and the race between candidates in Turun Sanomat, October 16, 2015.
- The U.S. Ambassador to Finland, Charles C. Adams, Jr., visited the University of Turku on September 9, 2015. Dr. Benita Heiskanen gave a presentation on the JMC. University of Turku News, September 10, 2015.
- The JMC featured in Aamuset, September 8, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the drug wars and the 2016 U.S. presidential election, among other topics in "Jari Keränen", Yle Puhe, September 7, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen talks about the first Republican presidential debate in Iltalehti, August 7, 2015 and Turun Sanomat, August 7, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the first Republican presidential debate in Yle's "Ajantasa," August 7, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on Donald Trump's bid for the Republican presidential nomination in Turun Sanomat, August 4, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen and Ph.D. Candidate Nadia Nava Contreras discuss the renewal of diplomatic ties between Cuba and the United States in Helsingin Sanomat, July 24, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses culture wars and racial tensions in the United States in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, July 14, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses her research on violence on the U.S.-Mexico border in SUOMI-USA 2 (2015).
- The book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) featured in Varusmies 3/2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen talks about the book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) in Aamulehti, May 12, 2015.
- The book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) featured in Åbo Underrättelser, May 12, 2015.
- The book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) featured in Keskisuomalainen, May 21, 2015.
- The publication of the book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) in Turun Sanomat, May 16, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) in Turkulainen, May 12, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on the book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) in Aamuset, May 12, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed on Finland's first World Championship in ice hockey and the book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) for Yle Uutiset, May 1, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed about the book Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) for the evening news, Yle Uutiset, May 1, 2015.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen on her new edited volume on ice hockey in Finland, Kiekkokansa (edited by Benita Heiskanen & Hannu Salmi) in Iltalehti, April 30, 2015.
- Dr. Johanna Leinonen interviewed about her research on Finnish-American families and multiculturalism for the radio show "Ajantasa," Yle Radio Suomi, April 13, 2015.
- Ms. Malla Lehtonen's road from intern to coordinator featured in Hiiskuttua 1/2015.
- Ms. Malla Lehtonen's article on the JMC in Hiiskuttua 1/2015, the magazine of the School of History, Culture, and Arts Studies at the University of Turku.
- The JMC featured in discussion on Finnish research institutes in "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, March 13, 2015.
- Dr. Kimmo Ahonen's article on the "new cold war", part of the JMC's studia generalia series, in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, February 26, 2015.
- Professor Emeritus Markku Henriksson's article on Canada as a neighbor to the United States, part of the JMC's studia generalia series, in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, February 19, 2015.
- The JMC featured on its anniversary in Siirtolaisuus-Migration 1 (2015), the publication of the Institute of Migration (page 15).
- The JMC featured in the publication of the League of Finnish-American Societies, SUOMI-USA 1 (2015).
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen's article on the drug wars in the U.S.-Mexico border region, part of the JMC's studia generalia series, in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, February 12, 2015.
- Dr. Kimmo Elo's article on intelligence efforts and data collection, part of the JMC's studia generalia series, in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, February 5, 2015.
- Professor Susanna Välimäki's article on the use of music in interrogation, part of the JMC's studia generalia series, in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, January 29, 2015.
- Dr. Outi J. Hakola's article on the U.S. media climate after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, part of the JMC's studia generalia series, in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, January 22, 2015.
- The JMC's studia generalia lecture series on North American security featured in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, January 20, 2015.
- The JMC's studia generalia lecture series on North American security featured on the web page of the newspaper Aamuset, January 19, 2015.
- The JMC's studia generalia lecture series on North American security featured on the web page of the newspaper Turun Sanomat, January 19, 2015.
2014
- The JMC and its latest seminar, "Transnational Security Crises," featured in the University of Turku news on December 8, 2014.
- The JMC's "Current Issues" Seminar, "Transnational Security Crises," featured on "Maailmanpolitiikan arkipäivää," Yle Radio 1, December 4, 2014.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses the demonstrations in Ferguson, Missouri in an interview for "Ykkösaamu," Yle Radio 1, November 26, 2014.
- The JMC featured in Hiiskuttua 2/2014, the magazine of the School of History, Culture, and Arts Studies at the University of Turku.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen's article on the demonstrations in Ferguson, Missouri in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, September 9, 2014.
- Suomi-USA, the publication of the League of Finnish-American Societies, discusses the JMC's Inaugural Event. See SUOMI-USA 2 (2014), editorial, and SUOMI-USA 2 (2014), page 14.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen interviewed about her research project on ice hockey in Finland for Yle Uutiset, May 8, 2014.
- The JMC's Inaugural Event in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, April 30, 2014.
- The launch of the JMC in the newspaper Åbo Underrättelser, April 30, 2014.
- The JMC's Inaugural Event in the news of the University of Turku.
- A report on the JMC's Inaugural Event in the blog of the Department of English at the University of Turku, by Elina Valovirta and Joel Kuortti.
- The JMC's Inaugural Event on the web page of the newspaper Aamuset, May 24, 2014.
- Dr. Johanna Leinonen's article on transnational love and relationships in Finnish media in the 1980's and 1990's in Hiiskuttua 1/2014.
- Dr. Johanna Leinonen discusses how Finnish-American's ties to Finland weaken over generations in Kainuun Sanomat and Lapin Kansa, April 7, 2014.
- Dr. Johanna Leinonen talks about Finnish-Americans, their migration to the U.S. and how they relate to Finland, in the newspaper Turun Sanomat, April 7, 2014.
- Dr. Johanna Leinonen discusses Finnish emigration to North America in the newspaper Åbo Underrättelser, April 6, 2014.
- The JMC featured in "Uskontotiedettä Turun yliopistossa," the unofficial blog of the Department of Comparative Religion, University of Turku, February 28, 2014.
- Dr. Benita Heiskanen discusses her research project on ice hockey in Finland in the newspaper Turkulainen, February 20, 2014.
- The appointment of Dr. Benita Heiskanen as director of the JMC in Aurora 1/2014, page 32.
- Suomi-USA, the publication of the League of Finnish-American Societies, discusses the JMC. See SUOMI-USA 1/2014, editorial, and SUOMI-USA 1/2014, page 12.
- The appointment of Dr. Benita Heiskanen as Director of the JMC in the news of the University of Turku, February 6, 2014.
2013
- The founding of the JMC in Turun Sanomat, December 20, 2013.
- The founding of the JMC in Aamuset, December 8, 2013.
- The founding of the JMC in Turun ylioppilaslehti, October 7, 2013.
- The founding of the JMC in Turun Sanomat, October 1, 2013.
- The founding of the JMC on the webpage of the League of Finnish-American Societies, September 30, 2013.
- The founding of the JMC in Turun Sanomat, September 30, 2013.
- The founding of the JMC in Fulbright Center News, Issue 2/2013.
- The founding of the JMC on the webpage of the University of Turku, September 30, 2013.
- The founding of the JMC in SUOMI-USA, Issue 3/2013.