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Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir is an Icelandic lawyer and politician, a member of the Althing (Iceland's parliament) for the Reykjavík South constituency since 2016. She previously served as Iceland's Minister of Justice from 2019 to 2021 and as Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation from 2021 to 2024. Sigurbjörnsdóttir has been recognized for her focus on gender issues, including appointing the first female Supreme Justices and National Commissioner of Police. She is currently pursuing an MPA at Columbia University in New York.

Miðflokkurinn (The Centre Party) is a right-wing populist, Eurosceptic, and national-conservative political party in Iceland, established in September 2017. [2, 3, 6] It was founded by former Prime Minister Sigmundur Davíð Gunnlaugsson after a split from the Progressive Party. [3, 4] The party emphasizes national sovereignty, economic liberalism, and positions itself against the political establishment, with strong support in rural areas. [2, 3, 4, 8] Ari Edwald is leading the party's list for the 2026 Reykjavík municipal elections. [5, 7, 9]

Rósa Björk Brynjólfsdóttir is an Icelandic politician and former journalist who was elected as the new chairman of the Left-Green Movement (Vinstrihreyfingin – grænt framboð) on March 8, 2026. She previously served as a Member of Parliament for the Left-Green Party from 2016 to 2020, and briefly for the Social Democratic Alliance (Samfylkingin) in 2020-2021, before rejoining the Left-Green Party in 2024. Her candidacy and subsequent election as chairman mark a significant leadership change for the party, as the previous chairman, Svandís Svavarsdóttir, did not seek re-election.

Einn af stjórnendum þáttarins og bróðir Hallgríms Helgasonar.

Sölvi Tryggvason is a prominent Icelandic media personality, journalist, and podcast host. He is known for his podcast, "Podcast með Sölva," where he interviews a diverse range of guests and discusses societal issues, immigration policies, and personal experiences. Tryggvason has been active in Icelandic media for over two decades and is considered a pioneer in the country's podcasting scene. He has also faced legal issues, including accusations of violence against women in 2021, which he denied.

Femínisti og aktívisti, nefnd í tengslum við umræðu um „woke“ menningu og persónulegar deilur.

Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir is a prominent Icelandic politician, currently serving as the Minister for Foreign Affairs since December 2024 and as the chairwoman of the Liberal Reform Party (Viðreisn) since 2017. She has a long and distinguished career in Icelandic politics, having previously held ministerial positions such as Minister of Education, Science and Culture (2003-2009) and Minister of Fisheries and Agriculture (2017). She was also a member of the Althing (Icelandic Parliament) from 1999 to 2013 for the Independence Party, and again from 2016 for the Liberal Reform Party.

Þekktur fyrir umræðu um „woke“ menningu og persónulegar deilur, nefndur í tengslum við femínisma og afsökunarbeiðnir.

The European Union (EU), known in Icelandic as "Evrópusambandið," is an economic and political union of 27 member states primarily located in Europe. While Iceland is not a member of the EU, it has strong ties through the European Economic Area (EEA) agreement, which grants it access to the EU market and requires it to implement EU directives related to the free movement of goods, persons, services, and capital. Iceland is also part of the Schengen Area, allowing for passport-free travel with EU member states and other non-EU countries.

Fyrirtæki sem gefur gjafir í þættinum, lýst sem „smá bisness“ og „flott kona og mikill föðurlandsvinur“.

Samtökin '78 eru hagsmunasamtök hinsegin fólks á Íslandi. Þau hafa verið gagnrýnd fyrir innrætingu í skólum og fyrir að forðast gagnræðu.

Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn, also known as the Independence Party, is a liberal-conservative political party in Iceland, founded on May 25, 1929, from the merger of the Conservative Party and the Liberal Party. It has historically been the largest and most influential party in Icelandic politics, advocating for economic liberalism, lower taxes, national sovereignty, and individual and employment freedom. The party has been a partner in 25 of the 35 governments since Iceland became a republic in 1944, and its leaders have often held the office of Prime Minister. The current chairman is Guðrún Hafsteinsdóttir, elected in 2025. The party is currently facing internal disputes, particularly concerning primary elections in Akureyri and candidate selection methods in Suðurnes.

Listamaður sem hefur hlotið margvísleg verðlaun og viðurkenningar, þar á meðal bæjarlistamaður Mosfellsbæjar.

Umdeildur áhrifavaldur sem hefur verið gagnrýndur fyrir kvenfyrirlitningu og mansal, en hefur einnig mikinn fylgjendahóp ungra karlmanna.

Íslenskur lögfræðingur og fyrrverandi dómari, þekktur fyrir vasklega framgöngu í umræðum um samfélagsmál.

Félag sem gætir hagsmuna blaðamanna á Íslandi, en hefur verið gagnrýnt fyrir að styðja umdeilda blaðamenn.

Leikskóli í Reykjavík sem hefur verið umdeildur vegna mikils kostnaðar og lélegrar byggingarframkvæmdar, sem rekja má til umhverfissjónarmiða.

Donald Trump is a former President of the United States who has been a subject of discussion in Icelandic media, particularly due to criticism from Kári Stefánsson, CEO of deCODE genetics, regarding his governance and impact on freedom of expression and international relations. Trump also garnered attention in Iceland for repeatedly confusing Iceland with Greenland in his speeches, leading to Iceland hiring a lobbyist for advice. His proposed nominee for U.S. ambassador to Iceland also caused controversy by joking about Iceland becoming the 52nd state.

Þekkt fyrir umræðu um kynferðisofbeldi og #metoo hreyfinguna.

Sjónvarpsmaður og fyrrverandi borgarfulltrúi, nefndur í umræðu um persónulegar árásir.

Inga Sæland is an Icelandic politician, founder and current leader of the People's Party (Flokkur fólksins), and has been a member of the Althing (Icelandic Parliament) since 2017. She currently serves as the Minister of Education and Children, having previously been the Minister of Social Affairs and Housing. Sæland is known for her populist stance, advocating for disability rights and combating poverty, and has recently been involved in a controversial bill linking social security benefits to the wage index.

Kanadískur sálfræðingur og fyrirlesari sem hefur fjallað um tilgang, gildi og áhrif trúar á samfélagið.

Jón Þormar er einn af gestgjöfum þáttarins og leiðir umræðuna um háskólamál og gervigreind.

Katrín Jakobsdóttir is an Icelandic former politician who served as the Prime Minister of Iceland from 2017 to 2024, leading a coalition government. She was also the leader of the Left-Green Movement from 2013 to 2024. Known for her focus on social welfare, environmental issues, and gender equality, she previously held the position of Minister of Education, Science, and Culture. In April 2024, she resigned from her roles to run for the presidency of Iceland, where she placed second.

Blaðamaður sem hlaut blaðamannaverðlaun fyrir grein um loftslagsmál, en umdeildur fyrir hlutdrægni í skrifum.

Kristrún Frostadóttir is an Icelandic politician and economist who has served as the Prime Minister of Iceland since December 2024 and is the current leader of the Social Democratic Alliance (Samfylkingin). She was elected to the Althing (Icelandic Parliament) in the 2021 parliamentary election. Frostadóttir has stated that Iceland is not ready for EU membership "on any terms" and that accession talks have not begun, emphasizing the need to consider Iceland's resources and fishing industry in any potential discussions. Her government has committed to a national referendum on resuming EU negotiations by 2027.

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an intergovernmental organization with 38 member countries, founded in 1961 to stimulate economic progress and world trade. Iceland was a founding member of the OECD in 1960 and actively participates in its initiatives, benefiting from its analysis and policy recommendations on various economic and social issues. The OECD regularly publishes economic surveys and reports on Iceland, providing insights into its economy, challenges, and policy priorities.

Bloggari og gagnrýnandi sem hefur oft gagnrýnt íslenska blaðamannastétt og fjölmiðla.

Reykjavíkurborg, also known as the City of Reykjavík, is the municipal authority responsible for governing Reykjavík, the capital and largest city of Iceland. It plays a significant role in the country's cultural, economic, and governmental activities, as Reykjavík is home to approximately 35% of Iceland's residents and serves as its commercial and industrial center. The entity has faced criticism regarding its financial management and controversial projects, such as the Brákarborgarmálið case.

RÚV, also known as the Icelandic National Broadcasting Service (Ríkisútvarpið), is Iceland's national public-service broadcasting organization. Established in 1930, it plays a significant role in Icelandic cultural life by providing reliable news, educational content, and entertainment across television, radio, and online platforms. RÚV operates two television channels (RÚV and RÚV 2) and three radio stations (Rás 1, Rás 2, and Rondó), with its online news service being one of the most visited websites in Iceland.

Fyrrverandi ráðherra og þingmaður, nefnd í samhengi við tillögur um skýrari hatursorðræðulöggjöf og gagnrýni á launamun kynjanna.

Snorri Másson is an Icelandic politician and former journalist who was elected to the Althing (Icelandic Parliament) in 2024, representing the Centre Party. He is known for his conservative views and has generated controversy for his stances on issues such as "gender ideology," immigration, and the European Economic Area. Másson previously worked as a journalist for Morgunblaðið and Stöð 2, and co-hosts the podcast "Skoðanabræður" with his brother.

Fréttamaður sem hefur verið lofaður fyrir skörp viðtöl og pólitíska umfjöllun.

Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson is an Icelandic politician who served as the fifth President of Iceland from 1996 to 2016, making him the longest-serving president in the country's history. Before his presidency, he was a Member of Parliament for the People's Alliance and served as Minister of Finance from 1988 to 1991. He is known for his strong advocacy of environmental issues, particularly renewable energy and climate change, and for being the first Icelandic president to veto legislation and put it to a public referendum. Since leaving office, he has been involved as Chairman of the Arctic Circle, an organization focused on Arctic cooperation and climate change.

Forseti framkvæmdastjórnar Evrópusambandsins, sem hefur verið gagnrýnd fyrir spillingarmál og umdeildar ákvarðanir.

Alexander Rocha er faðir sem hefur tapað forræðismáli vegna transdeilna um barn sitt. Mál hans hefur vakið alþjóðlega athygli.

Grein í almennum hegningarlögum sem fjallar um hatursorðræðu, talin óljós og umdeild í umræðunni.

Alþingi is the national parliament of Iceland, a unicameral legislature and one of the oldest national parliaments in the world, established around 930 AD at Thingvellir. Its primary role is to enact and amend laws, and it also handles applications for Icelandic citizenship, including requests for exemptions from the Icelandic Nationality Act. Alþingi has fiscal powers, making decisions on government spending and taxation.

Arnar Eggert Thoroddsen er kennari sem kenndi aðferðafræði kúrs við Háskóla Íslands og var umdeildur vegna ummæla sinna.

Systir Helga Hrafns og frumkvöðull verkefnisins "Welcome to Iceland" hjá Rauða krossinum.

Bandaríkin, also known as the United States of America, is a federal republic and a global superpower. It maintains significant diplomatic relations with Iceland, with discussions often revolving around their bilateral ties and military actions. The U.S. has an embassy in Reykjavík, and Iceland has an embassy in Washington, D.C., highlighting the ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two nations.

Forseti Hæstaréttar Íslands, gagnrýndur fyrir að taka þátt í áróðursráðstefnu sem beindist gegn karlmönnum.

Háskóli sem hefur glímt við rekstrar- og námsvanda. Undir stjórn Margrétar Njardvík hefur verið reynt að snúa rekstrinum við, sem hefur leitt til átaka við starfsfólk.

Fyrrverandi þingmaður Pírata og einn af stofnendum flokksins.

Þolendamiðstöð sem á að þjóna báðum kynjum, en er gagnrýnd fyrir að mismuna karlmönnum og vísa þeim á sálfræðistofur fyrir gerendur.

Karakter úr íslenskri kvikmynd sem elst upp í femínísku umhverfi og verður kvenhatari, notaður sem dæmi um afleiðingar öfgafullrar hugmyndafræði.

Íslenskur stjórnmálaskýrandi og pistlahöfundur.

Borgarlínan is a proposed high-capacity public transport system for the Capital Area of Iceland, primarily a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) network with potential for future upgrade to light rail. It aims to improve public transport efficiency, reliability, and accessibility, and is a key part of Iceland's commitment to reducing CO2 emissions and achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. The project, which has been in planning since 2015, involves upgrading existing road infrastructure with dedicated lanes for public transport vehicles and emergency services. The first phase of Borgarlínan is expected to become operational in 2026, though it has faced delays due to factors like the COVID-19 pandemic and coordination with other construction projects.

Fyrrverandi þingmaður Sjálfstæðisflokksins sem hefur verið gagnrýnin á „woke“ menningu og stjórnmál.

A former politician for the Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn, discussed as a potential candidate for the Miðflokkurinn and for his strong opinions on issues like Borgarlínan.