The Balkan Talks

The Balkan Talks

Author: Sanir Pasalic Language: English Episodes: 5
Hosted by Sanir Pasalic and Sandro, The Balkan Talks is a podcast that moves beyond headlines and stereotypes to explore the real engines of change in Southeast Europe. Each conversation focuses on the practical realities of building a future in the Western Balkans, through the lenses of business, economic development, and research. You’ll hear from founders, analysts, and innovators who are operating on the ground, sharing not just success stories but the nuanced challenges and unique opportunities specific to the region. The dialogue is built on personal experience and professional insight, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the economic landscape. This isn’t about abstract theory; it’s about the lived experiences of people shaping industries and communities. By tuning in, you gain access to a candid discussion that connects local context to broader global trends. The goal is to inform and, more importantly, to spark curiosity-providing a solid foundation from which you can explore further. Listen to The Balkan Talks for a genuine, detailed perspective on the forces driving progress in a dynamic and often misunderstood part of the world.
Episodes
S2E15: The Power of Education [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:51
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world, Nelson Mandela famously said. But what happens when education is used to deepen divisions within countries and between people? Education in the…
S2E14: Real Estate in the Western Balkans [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:49
Have we not all dreamed of owning real estate on the Croatian Riviera, or somewhere in the Bosnian wilderness? But where to start, and what are the advantages or disadvantages of looking for property in the various Weste…
S2E13: What Does Yugonostalgia Even Mean? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:28
Everybody with some kind of relationship to the Western Balkans has encountered it: Yugonostalgia. A fascinating phenomenon found among younger and older generations of Western Balkan people, and something that has been…
S2E12: Trump vs. Biden and the Western Balkans [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:46
What has the US presidency done for the Western Balkan region the past 4 years? Would a re-election of Donald Trump be the best outcome for the region, of would they be better off with a Biden-led administration? The upc…
S2E11: Business in BiH, the US and NL with Sanin Saracevic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:47
What does your path look like when you make your way from Bosnia and Herzegovina during the war, and wind up building and scaling a successful IT company in the United States 20 years later? What are the lessons learned…