Mar 9 • 08:36 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Iltalehti

Topi Borg has his own show on Yle: Guests revealed

Topi Borg is set to host a new 10-episode video podcast on Yle, discussing films with various guests from different backgrounds.

Topi Borg, known from the Kirjolla series, is about to launch his own show on Yle, which consists of a 10-part video podcast entitled 'Topi Borgin elokuvakerho' (Topi Borg's Movie Club). The series will begin showcasing on Yle Areena on April 6 and features a diverse lineup of guests including musicians, politicians, and actors, along with Borg's family members. Each episode will involve the host and a guest watching a selected movie to engage in discussions about both the film and broader life topics.

This new venture is a dream come true for Borg, who boasts a remarkable viewing history of nearly 12,000 films. In the announcement by Yle, Borg expresses his passion for sharing quality films with others, emphasizing the joy he finds in this experience. The podcast format allows for deeper conversations around cinema, providing insights not only into the films themselves but also into the lives of his guests, making it a unique addition to Finnish media.

The premiere episode features several notable figures, including former President Tarja Halonen, actors Jasper Pääkkönen and Pihla Viitala, amongst others. The episodes are scheduled to be released on Mondays and Fridays, promising a blend of entertainment, personal stories, and cinematic exploration that relate significantly to Finnish culture and society, thus offering both local and national appeal to viewers on Yle Areena.

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