Swedish art critic Mårten Arndtzén leaves public radio for right-wing media channel 100%

After three decades at Sveriges Radio, Swedish art critic Mårten Arndtzén has stepped down to take a position at the opinion-focused media outlet 100%, which is run by Henrik Jönsson. In March 2026, he was dismissed as the host of SR's Kulturnytt due to social media activity considered inconsistent with the impartiality expected of public service, although he retained his role as an art critic. This summer, he will spearhead a culture program and contribute commentary for 100%, with the goal of challenging the prevailing left-liberal dominance in cultural journalism. Arndtzén has voiced concerns about the ideological homogeneity in the art sector and previously criticized the director of Moderna Museet for not acquiring Lars Vilks' Rondellhund drawing. His move signifies a larger trend in the Swedish media landscape that embraces right-wing perspectives.