Topic: Pkn

2 chapters across the catalog

Scrub In!
Episode 706 45:20 - 47:06

706: Scrub In!

World Down Syndrome Day, Finnish Punk Band PKN

The Finnish punk band Pertti Kurikan Nimipäivät (PKN), whose members have Down syndrome, won their national contest to represent Finland in the Eurovision Song Contest. The discussion notes the lack of a formal U.S. presidential proclamation for World Down Syndrome Day on March 21. The band's success is highlighted as a significant cultural event in Europe.

Bidentification
Episode 700 41:34 - 44:50

700: Bidentification

Finland's Eurovision Entry PKN and Punk Rock

Finland selects the punk band PKN (Pertti Kurikan Nimipäivät), whose members all have Down Syndrome, to represent them in the Eurovision Song Contest. The hosts discuss the band's victory in the national contest and the potential social message behind their selection. They view this as another step in the "test" of public perception following the dress meme.