Podcasts about Balkans

Send us a textIn this episode, Michael Palaiologos siezes power from the Laskarids and establishes the longest-reigning dynasty the Roman Empire had ever seen. It was also the last. This coup wasn't just against a family, but also against an idea. All of the grand ideas of Hellenic Revival was cast aside, and glory of the old Roman Empire was restored. Michael found himself at war with Sicily and the Despotate of Epirus, and while he was fighting a war in the Balkans, one of his generals snuck into gates of Constantinople, and reclaimed it from the latin Empire.The History of Modern Greece Podcast covers the events from Ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, and the fall of Constantinople in 1453, to the years under the Ottoman Empire, and 1821 when the Greeks fought for independence... all the way to the modern-day.Website: www.moderngreecepodcast.comSOCIAL MEDIA: Go here to chat with us. https://www.instagram.com/historyofmodern%20greece/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578023316172Music by Mark Jungerman: www.marcjungermann.comCheck out our 2nd Podcast: www.antecedors.com

Die Göttin des Mondes schenkt unserem nächsten Element ihren Namen: Selene. 1883 schon wurde ein erstes Photovoltaikmodul aus Selen entwickelt, ab 1910 soll Selen in der medizinischen Forschung, in der Tumortherapie eingesetzt worden sein, zwischendrin galt es als Krebs auslösend, in den 1960er Jahren dann erkannte man Selen als essentielles Spurenelement für den Menschen. Ich darf mich heute mit dem Bioverfahrenstechniker und Wissenschaftler Dr. Stefan Hügel über dieses besondere chemische Element unterhalten. Herr Dr. Hügel, selenarme Böden haben wir in Europa besonders in Schottland, Dänemark, Finnland, in Teilen des Balkans, in der Schweiz UND in Deutschland. Woher kommt das? Welche Gesteine beherbergen Selen und warum sind die nicht bei uns?

Warum gilt der Balkan als „wild“? Weil der Westen ihn so sehen wollte. Teil 5 von "Das Pulverfass Balkan".

Lea Ypi's new book about her Greek-Albanian grandmother is a philosophical meditation on dignity, a history of Ottoman collapse and Balkan nationalism, and a warning about our own indignant age of manufactured identities and resurgent tribalism.Back in January 2022, Lea Ypi came on the show to discuss Free, her brilliant account of growing up in communist Albania. Now Ypi, who teaches political philosophy at LSE, is back with her follow-up, Indignity, an equally compelling biography of Leman Ypi, her maternal grandmother. “A Life Reimagined” is its subtitle, but it's not just her grandmother whose life Ypi is reimagining. The book is a retelling of the modern stories of Greece, Turkey and Albania as well as a sly backwards glance on the court politics of the late Ottomans. Indignity is a Balkan story, in the grand tradition of Rebecca West. And like West, Ypi shows us that Balkan history is never quite dead - instead, it's prophecy for our own age of resurgent nationalism and manufactured identities. Things don't die in South Eastern Europe, Ypi suggests, they just fester, creating more and more indignity. No wonder the Dracula myth is a Balkan creation. 1. Dignity is what we chase, indignity is what we photograph. Bob Dylan wrote that “dignity never been photographed,” and Ypi iterates an entire philosophical framework around this insight. A 1941 photo of her glamorous grandmother in the Italian Alps sparked the book—but also online accusations that she was a spy. For Ypi, following Kant, dignity is an immaterial ideal we pursue; indignity is the empirical reality we live in. The book oscillates between the two, asking: how do we think about the dignity of the dead when all we have left are degraded facts and hostile interpretations?2. Salonique the Magnificent died in 1912—and took cosmopolitan possibility with it. Leman Ypi was born in 1917 in Salonica, an Ottoman melting pot that was, for a time, considered a potential homeland for European Jews. When it became Greek in 1912, the Hellenization project began dismantling centuries of multicultural coexistence. By the time the Ottoman Empire collapsed after WWI, rising nationalism had replaced cosmopolitan possibility. Leman, an “Albanian” who'd never been to Albania, was told her identity must align with the new nation-state project. The book is a lament for this lost time—not a lost place, but a lost way of being.3. Nationalism is a zero-sum game for dignity. In the world of nation-states that emerged from Ottoman collapse, individual dignity became inseparable from collective identity. To be Albanian meant dignity only as part of the Albanian nation-state project. This homogenizing, exclusionary logic forced people into boxes they'd never inhabited before. Ypi shows how this nationalist manipulation of dignity—promising it while destroying it—ran from the 1920s through fascism and communism. And it's back now, in our age of deportations, border walls, and politicians demanding: “What are you? Where do you really belong?”4. The stoic suicide versus the Kantian fighter—two philosophies of dignity. Leman's aunt Selma, forced into marriage with a German businessman, killed herself on her wedding day—the ultimate stoic assertion of control. “If you see a room full of smoke, do you wait for help or just leave?” Throughout her life, especially during her husband's 15-year imprisonment under Albanian communism, Leman wrestled with this question. Her answer was Kantian: suicide is a betrayal of our moral responsibilities to others. Dignity means staying and fighting, even when the struggle seems futile. But Ypi doesn't romanticize this—Leman's principled decisions often brought tragic consequences.5. Identity is always more complicated than politics pretends. Writing the book forced Ypi to confront how constructed and contingent identity really is. Her “Albanian” grandmother was born in Greece, had never been to Albania, grew up in an Ottoman cosmopolitan elite, and only became Albanian through the accidents of collapsing empires and rising nationalisms. This complexity matters now, Ypi argues, when contemporary politics—from migration to deportation to calls for deglobalization—depends on simplistic, homogeneous notions of identity and belonging. The archive lies; borders shift; people contain multitudes. Any politics built on forcing people to “belong in one place and nowhere else” is both a scam and historically illiterate.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Dominic Bowen hosts Vjosa Musliu to analyse the growing wave of protests and dissent across Serbia. Together, they examine the EU's influence, the controversial lithium extraction agreement, and the role of media bias in shaping public opinion. From political repression to Serbia–Kosovo tensions, they trace how civil rights and democracy are being tested in one of Europe's most complex regions.Vjosa Musliu is an Associate Professor of International Relations at the VUB. Her research interests include international and European interventions, conflicts and international political economy. Her area of focus is primarily the Balkans and post-Soviet space. She is a co-editor of the Routledge Series of Studies in Intervention and Statebuilding and co-founder of Yugoslawomen+ Collective, a collective of six academics from the post-Yugoslav space working in ‘Global North' academia She is also a board director at the Youth Initiative for Human Rights Kosovo. She is the author of three books and dozens of journal articles in the field of international relations. Before entering academia, she worked as a journalist in Kosovo. Vjosa is based between Belgium and Kosovo.The International Risk Podcast brings you conversations with global experts, frontline practitioners, and senior decision-makers who are shaping how we understand and respond to international risk. From geopolitical volatility and organised crime, to cybersecurity threats and hybrid warfare, each episode explores the forces transforming our world and what smart leaders must do to navigate them. Whether you're a board member, policymaker, or risk professional, The International Risk Podcast delivers actionable insights, sharp analysis, and real-world stories that matter.Dominic Bowen is the host of The International Risk Podcast and Europe's leading expert on international risk and crisis management. As Head of Strategic Advisory and Partner at one of Europe's leading risk management consulting firms, Dominic advises CEOs, boards, and senior executives across the continent on how to prepare for uncertainty and act with intent. He has spent decades working in war zones, advising multinational companies, and supporting Europe's business leaders. Dominic is the go-to business advisor for leaders navigating risk, crisis, and strategy; trusted for his clarity, calmness under pressure, and ability to turn volatility into competitive advantage. Dominic equips today's business leaders with the insight and confidence to lead through disruption and deliver sustained strategic advantage.The International Risk Podcast – Reducing risk by increasing knowledge.Follow us on LinkedIn and Subscribe for all our updates!Tell us what you liked!

Le conflit au Soudan a fait près de 13 millions de déplacés dont 4 millions de réfugiés à l'extérieur du pays. Seule une infime partie d'entre eux cherchent refuge en Europe : moins de 10.000 cette année à fin octobre 2025, selon le HCR. Pourtant, ils n'y sont pas toujours bien accueillis.  Pour les Soudanais, trouver refuge en Europe ne va pas de soi Malgré les conventions internationales, déposer une demande d'asile n'est pas simple : en Grèce, le gouvernement a ainsi suspendu l'examen des dossiers entre mi-juillet et mi-octobre 2025. La mesure, illégale, au regard des conventions humanitaires, visait les arrivées en provenance de la Libye. Une route migratoire empruntée notamment par les jeunes Soudanais qui se retrouvent souvent accusés de délits et placés en détention.  Reportage à Athènes, Joël Bronner. Avec Caroline Maillary, juriste au GISTI, groupe de soutien aux immigrés à Paris, nous verrons comment les Soudanais sont accueillis en Europe, et quelle était leur situation en France.   Sur la route des Balkans, des hommages aux victimes de l'exil Pour de nombreux migrants, la Méditerranée s'est transformée en cimetière mais les autres routes sont également meurtrières. En particulier dans le nord de l'Afrique, mais aussi sur le continent européen. En traversant les Balkans, dont les frontières sont strictement contrôlées, les exilés prennent de plus en plus de risques. Et parmi ceux qui perdent la vie, peu sont identifiés. Pour conserver leur mémoire et aider les familles dans leurs recherches, plusieurs initiatives ont vu le jour dans la région. Les précisions de Simon Rico.   La Pologne encadre la vente d'alcool Pour mettre fin aux désordres nocturnes, notamment, la municipalité de Varsovie s'apprête à interdire la vente d'alcool entre 22h et 6h. Alors que 200 villes du pays ont déjà appliqué cette interdiction, la capitale traîne les pieds : seuls deux quartiers seront concernés dans un premier temps. L'alcool est responsable d'environ 800.000 décès par an sur le continent européen selon l'OMS, et la Pologne fait partie des quelques pays de l'UE où la consommation a du mal à baisser. À Varsovie, les habitants font pression depuis des années pour cette mesure, qui devrait être étendue à toute la ville d'ici à juin 2026. Reportage, Adrien Sarlat.

L'émission 28 minutes du 03/11/2025 Martin Parr tire le portrait de la société britannique comme personnePhotographe documentaire britannique de renommée mondiale, Martin Parr publie sa première autobiographie "Complètement paresseux et étourdi" (éditions Michel Lafon), qui raconte sa vie en 150 photos. Haute en couleur, l'autobiographie dépeint bien le style unique et authentique du photographe. Animé par les portraits de rue, il dresse celui de l'Angleterre en photographiant les diverses classes sociales avant de tirer celui du monde. Il est notre invité de ce soir. Serbie : entre Europe et Russie, un pays au bord de la bascule ? 16 minutes de silence ont été respectées le 1er novembre 2025 en Serbie, pour les 16 personnes tuées dans l'accident de la gare de Novi Sad. Ils sont au moins 100 000, selon les chiffres de l'AFP, à être descendus dans la rue pour rendre hommage aux défunts. Un an auparavant, 14 personnes ont trouvé la mort après que le auvent de la gare de Novi Sad se soit effondré. Deux blessés ont ensuite succombé à leurs blessures après l'accident. Cette tragédie est, depuis, devenue le symbole d'une année de révolte en Serbie. Menés par les étudiants, les mouvements protestataires sont présents dans tout le pays et les revendications sont nombreuses. Toutes dénoncent un régime politique corrompu et réclament des élections législatives anticipées. Réponse du président serbe, Aleksandar Vucic, qui déclare envisager des élections anticipées sans donner de date précise pour autant. Coincée entre la Russie et l'Europe, la Serbie est-elle un élément de stabilité ou au contraire de déstabilisation dans les Balkans ?Et enfin, Xavier Mauduit s'enfonce dans les Catacombes de Paris pour nous dévoiler l'histoire de ce musée avant qu'il ne soit fermé pour rénovation. Marie Bonnisseau s'intéresse aux emojis, trompeurs, qu'envoient les parents à leurs enfants, souvent source d'incompréhensions plus où moins amusantes. 28 minutes est le magazine d'actualité d'ARTE, présenté par Élisabeth Quin du lundi au jeudi à 20h05. Renaud Dély est aux commandes de l'émission le vendredi et le samedi. Ce podcast est coproduit par KM et ARTE Radio. Enregistrement 3 novembre 2025 Présentation Élisabeth Quin Production KM, ARTE Radio

L'émission 28 minutes du 03/11/2025 Serbie : entre Europe et Russie, un pays au bord de la bascule ? 16 minutes de silence ont été respectées le 1er novembre 2025 en Serbie, pour les 16 personnes tuées dans l'accident de la gare de Novi Sad. Ils sont au moins 100 000, selon les chiffres de l'AFP, à être descendus dans la rue pour rendre hommage aux défunts. Un an auparavant, 14 personnes ont trouvé la mort après que le auvent de la gare de Novi Sad se soit effondré. Deux blessés ont ensuite succombé à leurs blessures après l'accident. Cette tragédie est, depuis, devenue le symbole d'une année de révolte en Serbie. Menés par les étudiants, les mouvements protestataires sont présents dans tout le pays et les revendications sont nombreuses. Toutes dénoncent un régime politique corrompu et réclament des élections législatives anticipées. Réponse du président serbe, Aleksandar Vucic, qui déclare envisager des élections anticipées sans donner de date précise pour autant. Coincée entre la Russie et l'Europe, la Serbie est-elle un élément de stabilité ou au contraire de déstabilisation dans les Balkans ?On en débat avec Jean-Arnault Dérens, historien, rédacteur en chef du "Courrier des Balkans", Cyrille Bret, chercheur associé à l'institut Jacques Delors, spécialiste de la Russie et de l'Europe orientale et Danica Djeric, membre du collectif “Paris 11:52”.28 minutes est le magazine d'actualité d'ARTE, présenté par Élisabeth Quin du lundi au jeudi à 20h05. Renaud Dély est aux commandes de l'émission le vendredi et le samedi. Ce podcast est coproduit par KM et ARTE Radio. Enregistrement 3 novembre 2025 Présentation Élisabeth Quin Production KM, ARTE Radio

The European Union is publishing its annual review of candidate countries' progress toward membership today.It's part of a long and demanding process that measures how well aspiring members meet the EU's democratic and economic criteria.From the western Balkans to Ukraine, the road to joining the Union has become more complex and exacting than ever.To help with understanding what's at stake, Seán by Professor of European Politics at Maynooth University, John O'Brennan…

Repaso libre a la Transglobal World Music Chart de este mes, confeccionada a través de la votación de un panel de divulgadores de las músicas del mundo de todos los continentes, del que los hacedores de Mundofonías somos cocreadores y coimpulsores. Viajamos por la música del pueblo inuit, por La Reunión, Brasil, Colombia, Etiopía, los Balcanes, Persia, Líbano o Quebec, con conexiones varias. El número uno es para el disco de regreso de Radio Tarifa, desde España. Our loose overview of this month’s Transglobal World Music Chart, created through the voting of a panel of world music disseminators from all continents, of which the makers of Mundofonías are co-creators and co-promoters. We travel through the music of the Inuit people, across La Réunion, Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, the Balkans, Persia, Lebanon and Quebec, with various connections. Number one goes to the comeback album by Radio Tarifa, from Spain. - [Artistas populares / Folk artists] - Deux chants de femme (Iglulik, Baie d'Hudson) - Musique inuit / Inuit music [V.A.] - [Artistas populares / Folk artists] - Chant d'allégresse (Savoonga, Ile St-Laurent, Détroit de Béring) - Musique inuit / Inuit music [V.A.] - Saodaj - Zanfan - Lodèr la vi - Lívia Mattos - Forrógutti - Verve - L'Antidote - Dates, figs and nuts - L'Antidote - Voces del Bullerengue - Tu canto es libre [+ Yessi Pérez] - #Anonimas&Resilientes - Mulatu Astatke - Azmari - Mulatu plays Mulatu - Burhan Öçal, Jamaaladeen Tacuma, The Trakya All Stars - The game - Trakya funk - Divanhana - Rijekama - Radio Sevdah - Le Vent du Nord - Le pari de Jeanne - Voisinages - Meklit - Ambassel - Piece of infinity - Radio Tarifa - Tarantos - La noche 📸 Radio Tarifa

Overnight, Seka Torlak's life as a regular teenager is upended as Srebrenica, her once peaceful town, falls under siege and she faces starvation, shelling, and sniper attacks. When desperately needed antibiotics and food disappear and are sold on the black market, Seka vows to investigate the corruption and bring the culprits to justice. As the war ravages Srebrenica, Seka's resilience is tested as she navigates the harsh realities of war. Yet, amidst the devastation, she finds a glimmer of hope as her relationship with Ramo blossoms from friendship to love. But as she fights for justice and love the brutal war threatens to tear everything apart.In this episode Gregory Dobbs chats to Amra Pajalic about the complex Balkan history behind this story, Amra's own experience of living in Bosnia, and how historical fiction has the power to tell the stories of real people amidst the brutal realities of war.

Overnight, Seka Torlak's life as a regular teenager is upended as Srebrenica, her once peaceful town, falls under siege and she faces starvation, shelling, and sniper attacks. When desperately needed antibiotics and food disappear and are sold on the black market, Seka vows to investigate the corruption and bring the culprits to justice. As the war ravages Srebrenica, Seka's resilience is tested as she navigates the harsh realities of war. Yet, amidst the devastation, she finds a glimmer of hope as her relationship with Ramo blossoms from friendship to love. But as she fights for justice and love the brutal war threatens to tear everything apart. In this episode Gregory Dobbs chats to Amra Pajalic about the complex Balkan history behind this story, Amra's own experience of living in Bosnia, and how historical fiction has the power to tell the stories of real people amidst the brutal realities of war.

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During the First World War, most of the attention, at least in the West, was focused on the Western Front.  However, the Western Front was not the only front in the war. There were actually multiple fronts, including the Middle East, Africa, the Balkans, and Italy. However, the largest of these non-Western fronts was in the East. In a front extending from the Baltic to the Black Sea. The war in the East was almost as brutal as in the West, with casualties almost as high.  Learn more about the Eastern Front in World War I on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Sponsors Quince Go to quince.com/daily for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Mint Mobile Get your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/eed Stash Go to get.stash.com/EVERYTHING to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase. Newspaper.com Go to Newspapers.com to get a gift subscription for the family historian in your life! Subscribe to the podcast!  https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/ -------------------------------- Executive Producer: Charles Daniel Associate Producers: Austin Oetken & Cameron Kieffer   Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/everythingeverywhere Discord Server: https://discord.gg/UkRUJFh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingeverywhere/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everythingeverywheredaily Twitter: https://twitter.com/everywheretrip Website: https://everything-everywhere.com/  Disce aliquid novi cotidie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer just called Turkey's purchase of 20 Eurofighter jets - a deal that has gotten a lot of attention - a “landmark moment.” This move comes as Turkey looks to fill gaps in its aging air-force, and as Ankara attempts to make up ground with countries like Greece and Israel.  Ryan Gingeras, a professor in the Department of National Security Affairs at the Naval Postgraduate School and an expert on Turkish, Balkan, and Middle East history, joins Thanos Davelis as we break down what Turkey is actually getting in this deal, and what it means for the region.The views expressed by Professor Gingeras in this interview do not reflect the views of the US government.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:UK signs £8bn Typhoon fighter jet deal with TurkeyTurkey signs deal to buy 20 Eurofighters from Britain for 8 bln poundsWar memorial under 24-hour police guardSchools close and island life is under threat as Greece reckons with low birth rates

Le Danemark enverra bientôt quelque 300 prisonniers, dans des cellules au Kosovo. Soit à quelque 2 000 kilomètres plus au sud. L'accord qui a pour but de désengorger les prisons surpeuplées rapportera 200 millions d'euros au petit pays des Balkans, soit quatre fois le budget du ministère de la Justice. Pour Pristina, il s'agit d'un juste retour des choses, car le Danemark a soutenu son indépendance face à la Serbie. Mais les critiques ne manquent pas, face à une externalisation de plus qui ne s'embarrasse guère de considérations morales. Reportage à Gjilan signé Louis Seiller.     Les Roumains viennent d'inaugurer la plus grande cathédrale orthodoxe du monde Après plus de dix ans de travaux, l'hyperbole est de mise... la cathédrale du Salut de la nation se veut un symbole du pouvoir de l'Église. Mais elle a coûté 270 millions d'euros dont une grande partie d'argent public. Ce qui soulève beaucoup de critiques en pleine période d'austérité alors que le système de santé et l'éducation sont sous dotés. À Bucarest, notre correspondante Marine Leduc a assisté à l'inauguration.     L'endoctrinement patriotique russe à hauteur d'enfant  C'est tout l'objet du documentaire Mr Nobody against Putin nommé pour les oscars. Il a été tourné par le vidéaste officiel d'une école de province en Russie, aujourd'hui exilé à Prague où il a pu obtenir le statut de réfugiés. Images édifiantes qu'a pu regarder pour nous notre correspondant Alexis Rosenzweig.     La chronique musique de Vincent Théval  Miguel Araújo :  Quem?

Le Danemark enverra bientôt quelque 300 prisonniers, dans des cellules au Kosovo. Soit à quelque 2 000 kilomètres plus au sud. L'accord qui a pour but de désengorger les prisons surpeuplées rapportera 200 millions d'euros au petit pays des Balkans, soit quatre fois le budget du ministère de la Justice. Pour Pristina, il s'agit d'un juste retour des choses, car le Danemark a soutenu son indépendance face à la Serbie. Mais les critiques ne manquent pas, face à une externalisation de plus qui ne s'embarrasse guère de considérations morales. Reportage à Gjilan signé Louis Seiller.     Les Roumains viennent d'inaugurer la plus grande cathédrale orthodoxe du monde Après plus de dix ans de travaux, l'hyperbole est de mise... la cathédrale du Salut de la nation se veut un symbole du pouvoir de l'Église. Mais elle a coûté 270 millions d'euros dont une grande partie d'argent public. Ce qui soulève beaucoup de critiques en pleine période d'austérité alors que le système de santé et l'éducation sont sous dotés. À Bucarest, notre correspondante Marine Leduc a assisté à l'inauguration.     L'endoctrinement patriotique russe à hauteur d'enfant  C'est tout l'objet du documentaire Mr Nobody against Putin nommé pour les oscars. Il a été tourné par le vidéaste officiel d'une école de province en Russie, aujourd'hui exilé à Prague où il a pu obtenir le statut de réfugiés. Images édifiantes qu'a pu regarder pour nous notre correspondant Alexis Rosenzweig.     La chronique musique de Vincent Théval  Miguel Araújo :  Quem?

Warum wird der Balkan Pulverfass genannt und wann ist dieser Begriff das erste Mal zu hören? Die Antwort hat wenig mit dem Balkan zu tun.

Kristin Reith gewann 2024 die Blaue Kugel, den Motorrad-Reise-Förderpreis für eine simple, aber spannende Idee: Sie durchquerte den Balkan so, wie man im letzten Jahrhundert reiste: ohne Handy, ohne Navi und ohne Kreditkarte. Dafür mit einer türkis – blauen Yamaha XT600 mit wenig Plan aber viel Abenteuer. Kristin erzählt, wie sie sich beim Geld tauschen verrechnete, wie sie die Republik Pridnestrowje kennen lernte und wie sie kalkuliert verloren ging.

Former UKIP leader Henry Bolton joins Andrew Gold on Heretics for one of the most explosive political interviews of the year. From the scandal that ended his career to his warnings of Britain's looming collapse, Bolton opens up about everything — corruption in Westminster, mass immigration, Islamic influence in the Balkans, and whether the UK is heading toward civil war. SPONSORS: Get up to 45% off Ekster with my code ANDREWGOLDHERETICS: https://partner.ekster.com/andrewgoldheretics  Go to https://TryFum.com/HERETICS  and use code HERETICS to get your free FÜM Topper when you order your Journey Pack today!  Use Code ANDREW FOR 25% OFF Plaud Note: https://bit.ly/4nJWt7j  Plaud Note Pro: https://bit.ly/423JiWv  Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind: https://link.outskill.com/ANDREWS2  Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics  Start your MyHeritage journey now with a 14-day free trial using my link: https://bit.ly/AndrewGoldMyHeritage Follow Henry Bolton on X: https://x.com/_henrybolton/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@henrybolton.obe Substack: https://substack.com/@henrybolton Bolton reveals shocking insider stories from his time in military, policing, and politics, explaining how Britain's leaders are failing to protect the nation's values — and why he believes serious conflict is now inevitable. He also discusses his infamous relationship with Jo Marney, the media witch hunt that followed, and how figures like Andrew Marr and Piers Morgan shaped the narrative against him. This is a no-holds-barred conversation about power, betrayal, and the future of Britain — from the Notting Hill arrests to Islamic cultural expansion in Europe. If you care about freedom of speech, national identity, and the survival of Western democracy, you won't want to miss this one. #HereticsPodcast #HenryBolton #BritishPolitics  Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com  Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates  Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Chapters: 0:00 Henry Bolton Highlights 1:42 Henry Bolton's Military & Police Career 3:12 Affair With Jo Marney 5:42 The Crazy Accusations 8:27 The People Out There Who Destroyed Him 11:10 What Henry Would Like To Do To Them 14:10 Andrew Marr, Piers Morgan & Her Age 16:00 The Tommy Rally & The Death of Britain 18:40 The Urban Liberal Elite 21:05 Everyone Ignored The Notting Hill Arrests! 23:40 Are We Heading For Civil War? 27:15 Blair, Cameron, Boris… 29:40 What The Balkans Teach Us 32:10 Why We Have Albanian Immigrants 35:40 We Are Now Terrorists For This Reason 37:40 Islamic Dominance In the Balkans 40:10 Stopping Albanians Building Mosques 42:40 Putting the Emphasis on Them 45:40 We're In Serious Trouble 48:40 Reform, Farage & The Country 51:40 How Tony Blair Ruined The Country 56:50 A Heretic Henry Bolton Admires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

durée : 00:09:06 - Atanas Ourkouzounov - Atanas Ourkouzounov interprète en live « Chaconnitsa en La », spécialement créée pour notre émission « Guitare, guitares ». Ce virtuose bulgare, à la fois compositeur, improvisateur et pédagogue, a signé plus d'une centaine d'opus traversés par les rythmes asymétriques et les sonorités des Balkans. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth are back to preview the 2025-26 college basketball season, diving deep into IU's transformed roster under first-year coach Darian DeVries and analyzing the landscape of college hoops in the NIL era. Even with football still riding high in Bloomington, it's time to turn attention to the hardwood.Segment 1: The Big Money ConversationThe hosts discuss the seismic shifts in recruiting and compensation:Cignetti's $3 million raise and IU football's impact on the athletic departmentOhio State reportedly paying Anthony Thompson $3+ million while their head coach makes $2.5 millionWhy IU's "whiff" on Thompson was actually smart strategyThe psychology of the hot seat driving desperate roster decisionsSegment 2: Indiana Basketball Deep Dive - The DeVries SystemBob and Mike break down what makes DeVries' approach fundamentally different:Offensive EvolutionPick-and-roll revolution with multiple skilled ball handlers creating unpredictabilityScreener deception making the screener a weapon againThe passing upgrade: Two players with 30%+ assist rates (first time in 15 years)Conceptual principles vs. rigid sets from the past decadeThe Defense QuestionWest Virginia's top-20 defense proves DeVries can scheme effectivelyTucker DeVries as a "free safety" goading turnoversWhy size concerns about IU's bigs might be overblownRoster ConstructionExperience over elite talent: The sweet spot model in actionTeam chemistry from players who've already played togetherTranslatable skills from mid-majors to high-majorsSegment 3: Big Ten and National LandscapePurdue: Highest floor in the country but ceiling questions remain with Braden Smith's penetration limitationsHouston: Kelvin Sampson's shocking three five-star haul after landing just two in 17 yearsMichigan: Portal royalty additions but can Elliot Cadeau finally live up to his potential?Kentucky & Louisville: Pope's spending spree vs. Pat Kelsey's three-point shooting arsenal that could set recordsIllinois: "The Belgrade of the Corn Belt" with multiple Balkan players including both Visic brothersIowa & Minnesota: The Battle of the Drake Boys - seven former Drake players split between IU and Iowa as the Big Ten moves away from traditional Painter/Izzo/Bo Ryan modelsSegment 4: The Clarity Problem - NIL Era QuestionsBig schools now poaching from each other (70% to 30% flip in three years)The $12-15 million championship roster questionSweet spot vs. superstar models after Florida's unconventional title runEconomic limits forcing strategic choices even at major programsBob and Mike promise more Moneyball conversations about roster construction, an upcoming chat with author William Murphy about IU basketball history, and continued analysis as DeVries' system meets Big Ten competition.On the mics: Bob Moats and Mike WiemuthThis episode brought to you by the Back Home Network. Check out all BHN content on YouTube and backhomenetwork.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Air pollution is Europe's greatest environmental health threat, and despite progress in recent decades to reduce its burden, it was still attributed to hundreds of thousands of premature deaths in 2022. The European Union's Copernicus Sentinel-4 mission, operating on board EUMETSAT's Meteosat Third Generation Sounder 1 (MTG-S1) satellite, has begun delivering its first preliminary images from space, marking a major milestone in Europe's air quality monitoring capacity. The mission's hourly data streams will support authorities in delivering timely air quality forecasts and health warnings to help save lives, improve quality of life, and reduce associated environmental costs and economic damage across the continent. The first images, captured on 8 October 2025 and released to the world today, demonstrate Copernicus Sentinel-4's remarkable capability to track multiple pollutants and trace gases across Europe and surrounding regions. The images reveal nitrogen dioxide hotspots over Italy's Po Valley, elevated ozone levels across the Balkans, Bulgaria, and Greece and sulphur dioxide plumes from both natural and anthropogenic sources. Unlike other satellite sensors measuring air pollution that orbit Earth from pole to pole at a lower altitude, MTG-S1 operates in geostationary orbit, continuously observing the same region - Europe and northern Africa - from a fixed position. From this vantage point, Copernicus Sentinel-4 can scan the same region every hour, providing near-real-time updates on key atmospheric constituents. Copernicus Sentinel-4 is still undergoing commissioning, so these early images represent just a taster of what is to come: once operational, the mission will provide unprecedented hourly views of such pollutants across Europe from geostationary orbit. The hourly capability will enable experts to track how pollution varies throughout the day - such as traffic peaks during rush hour - and observe pollutants like ozone as they form, revealing differences between city centres and suburbs and providing authorities with more precise information to protect public health. Following MTG-S1's successful launch on 1 July, Copernicus Sentinel-4 is now in its commissioning phase, where teams are testing and fine-tuning systems to ensure optimal performance. While these first images show the mission is already working well, the commissioning process ensures that the underpinning data meets the rigorous accuracy and reliability standards essential for operational use. Once commissioning is complete, these critical data streams will enhance existing atmospheric monitoring capabilities with unprecedented hourly coverage of the atmosphere over Europe and surrounding regions from space. Phil Evans, Director-General of EUMETSAT, said: "Exposure to pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide, ground-level ozone, and fine particulate matter affects millions of Europeans every day, costing society hundreds of billions of euros annually. Copernicus Sentinel-4 represents a fundamental advance in our ability to monitor these pollutants. These first images demonstrate the mission's transformative potential to save lives and improve health outcomes by feeding into better air quality and climate monitoring across Europe. EUMETSAT is proud to host the Sentinel-4 instrument aboard our MTG-S satellite and to be part of this landmark European collaboration. We now look forward to operating the mission throughout its lifetime, ensuring a continuous flow of critical data to ensure maximum impact." Lieven Bydekerke, EUMETSAT Copernicus Programme Manager, said: "These first data provide an exciting early glimpse of Copernicus Sentinel-4's ability to capture rapid changes in air pollution across an entire continent - tracking how pollutants that are a major cause of respiratory and cardiovascular disease move and evolve throughout the day. Hourly observations of these hazardous pollutants over the whole of Europe have never been possible before. As we work ...

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Hello!New episode is out for your delectable delight!Thessaloniki is located in Northern Greece in the region of Macedonia, and has a long, long history, being established in 315 BCE by king Cassander to honour his wife, the half-sister of Alexander the Great, Thessalonike. Today is the second largest and most important city in Greece.As a major port, with access to the Mediterranean, and half way to Constantinople it thrived for centuries, being an important hub for trade and culture from all over the Balkan peninsula, and beyond.It was also home to a thriving Jewish community for roughly 500 years; the Sephardic Jews.In the beginning of the 20th century they accounted for more than half of the total population of the city.As a result, Thessalonica's food culture is a heady mix of influences from all across Greece, Balkans, and Turkey with amazing food, and rightly is considered by many the food capital of Greece.On today's episode, I have the honour to have as my guest Meni Valle, Greek-Australian cook and author, all about the best gastronomic destination in Greece, the city of Thessaloniki!!!In Valle's new book, Thessaloniki: And the Many Kitchens of Northern Greece, published by Hardie Grant, she turns her focus to the diverse and historically rich cuisine of Greece's second-largest city.Well, enjoy our discussion!https://www.menivalle.com.au/Her new book Thessaloniki is released soon in UK.https://www.amazon.co.uk/Thessaloniki-Many-Kitchens-Northern-Greece/dp/1761450980My food cultural / historical recommendations for the week include:Dr Roderick Bailey: The British Experience of the Great Fire of Thessaloniki of 1917https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUMh1RoqKiwCulina vetusFreezing and Salting Pork:https://www.culina-vetus.de/2025/09/30/freezing-and-salting-pork/PopChop - Future Food Culturehttps://popchop.at/Building Blocks: Greek Whole Grain Tahini, and the Artisans Behind Ithttps://culinarybackstreets.com/stories/athens/building-blocks-37Music on this episode -as ever- by Pavlos KapralosEnjoy!Love,Thom & The Delicious LegacySupport the podcast on Ko-Fi and Patreon for ad-free episodes! https://ko-fi.com/thedeliciouslegacypodcasthttps://www.patreon.com/c/thedeliciouslegacySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-delicious-legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Im 19. Jahrhundert erwachen die Völker des Balkan aus ihrem langen Schlaf. Und es sollte nicht friedlich bleiben.

Serimizin 4. bölümünde Elif Kain'in konuğu Ahmet Akyol. Bu sefer de Ahmet, dinleyicilerimizle 2023 yılında başlayan yurt dışı seyahat deneyimlerini paylaşıyor. İlk yurt dışı deneyimini Balkan turunda yaşayan Ahmet, Sırbistan'dan Kosova'ya uzanan rotada görme engelli bir gezgin olarak edindiği tecrübeleri anlatıyor. Altı Balkan ülkesini kapsayan bu turun ardından, 2025'te Dubai ve Londra seyahatleriyle farklı kültürler ve erişilebilirlik deneyimleri yaşayan konuğumuz, görme engelli bireylerin tur şirketleriyle seyahat etme süreçlerinden, farklı ülkelerdeki erişilebilirlik uygulamalarına, kültürel farklılıklardan bağımsız seyahat stratejilerine kadar pek çok konuyu paylaşıyor.

Tyler Brûlé is joined by Gorana Grgić and Eemeli Isoaho to review the weekend’s news. Plus: Andrew Tuck in Palma, Guy de Launey on Balkans news and Aurelia Rauch with an art roundup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Few names in modern water polo shine as brightly as Andrija Prlainović. Born in Dubrovnik and raised in the intense rivalry of the Adriatic coast, he became one of the defining players of his generation. Over three decades in the pool, he collected nearly every possible title — Olympic gold, World and European Championships, club triumphs with Partizan Belgrade and Pro Recco, and countless lessons learned along the way. In this episode of the WET Podcast, Prlainović speaks with openness and reflection about his path — from a young boy watching local heroes to becoming one himself. What follows is not just the story of a champion, but of a man who believes that discipline, humility, and hard work are the true foundations of success.

It is easy to believe that manners are empty gestures, little more than social artifice or practiced etiquette whose sole purpose is to project civility and facilitate social interaction. But if we look more closely, they can tell us much more than we might first suppose, revealing what conventional accounts of state, economy, and religion often ignore. With Empire of Manners: Ottoman Sociability and War-Making in the Long Eighteenth Century (Stanford UP, 2025), Dr. James Grehan offers a panoramic view of manners and sociability across the eighteenth-century Ottoman Empire, from the Balkans to the Middle East to North Africa. Studying chronicles, biographical dictionaries, and travel accounts, he throws new light on the inner dynamics of Ottoman society during a transitional period in Ottoman history which has too often been misunderstood. Empire of Manners proposes a new way of thinking about the history of manners, arguing that violence and war-making, as much as civility and etiquette, have a central role in shaping them. The eighteenth century proved to be a turning point in this paradoxical relationship between violence and manners as war-making turned into a substantially more complex and costly enterprise, leaving a deeper and wider social footprint. The interplay between violence and manners, an unlikely couple, unexpectedly narrates the Ottoman path to the modern age. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

It is easy to believe that manners are empty gestures, little more than social artifice or practiced etiquette whose sole purpose is to project civility and facilitate social interaction. But if we look more closely, they can tell us much more than we might first suppose, revealing what conventional accounts of state, economy, and religion often ignore. With Empire of Manners: Ottoman Sociability and War-Making in the Long Eighteenth Century (Stanford UP, 2025), Dr. James Grehan offers a panoramic view of manners and sociability across the eighteenth-century Ottoman Empire, from the Balkans to the Middle East to North Africa. Studying chronicles, biographical dictionaries, and travel accounts, he throws new light on the inner dynamics of Ottoman society during a transitional period in Ottoman history which has too often been misunderstood. Empire of Manners proposes a new way of thinking about the history of manners, arguing that violence and war-making, as much as civility and etiquette, have a central role in shaping them. The eighteenth century proved to be a turning point in this paradoxical relationship between violence and manners as war-making turned into a substantially more complex and costly enterprise, leaving a deeper and wider social footprint. The interplay between violence and manners, an unlikely couple, unexpectedly narrates the Ottoman path to the modern age. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/islamic-studies

What unites Rudy Giuliani and Hunter Biden? According to the New York Times reporter Kenneth Vogel, they are both on the payroll of corrupt foreign interests. In his new book, Devils' Advocates, Vogel reveals the hidden story of Giuliani, Biden and the other Washington insiders who sold access to American foreign policy. From the Balkans to Brazil, shadowy foreign players have discovered that the path to influencing Washington runs through well-connected Americans willing to take their money. Vogel exposes how shadowy figures like lobbyist Robert Stryk—who has openly admitted that he'd work for Kim Jong-un or the Taliban if they paid—have turned foreign influence into a lucrative industry. The Trump family's multi-billion-dollar cryptocurrency ventures and Hunter Biden's Romanian land deals represent the same often questionably legal phenomenon: foreign interests paying for perceived access to power. As enforcement weakens and the regulatory regime loosens, this shadow diplomacy system is shaping U.S. foreign policy in ways that rarely receive scrutiny, despite laws designed to ensure transparency. From Ukraine and the Republic of Srpska to Qatar and Saudi Arabia, Washington insiders are shaping US foreign policy in ways that benefit corrupt foreign interests rather than the American people. 1. Foreign Influence Is Bipartisan The corruption isn't limited to one party. Hunter Biden and Rudy Giuliani both profited from foreign interests seeking access to American power, proving this is a systemic problem that transcends partisan politics.2. Trump's Transactional Approach Created More Access Points Trump's openly transactional style and willingness to upend traditional diplomatic channels opened unprecedented opportunities for foreign interests to buy influence through his family's cryptocurrency ventures and close associates—potentially on a scale never seen before.3. The Scandal Is What's Legal Most of this activity doesn't violate laws—that's the problem. As long as lobbyists register under the Foreign Agents Registration Act, they can work for almost anyone. The system's weaknesses allow personally enriching behavior that contradicts American ideals about democracy and human rights.4. Small Countries, Big Money, Global Implications Even minor players like the Republic of Srpska and Albania spend millions on Washington lobbyists. Their goals aren't just local—they're reshaping the world order, challenging NATO, international treaties, and aligning U.S. policy with interests favorable to Russia and China.5. Enforcement Is Weakening When It Should Strengthen At the very moment foreign interests are pouring more money into influence campaigns, enforcement is going in the opposite direction. Attorney General Pam Bondi—herself a former foreign lobbyist for Qatar—has moved to decriminalize enforcement of the Foreign Agents Registration Act, the primary tool for regulating foreign lobbying.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

It is easy to believe that manners are empty gestures, little more than social artifice or practiced etiquette whose sole purpose is to project civility and facilitate social interaction. But if we look more closely, they can tell us much more than we might first suppose, revealing what conventional accounts of state, economy, and religion often ignore. With Empire of Manners: Ottoman Sociability and War-Making in the Long Eighteenth Century (Stanford UP, 2025), Dr. James Grehan offers a panoramic view of manners and sociability across the eighteenth-century Ottoman Empire, from the Balkans to the Middle East to North Africa. Studying chronicles, biographical dictionaries, and travel accounts, he throws new light on the inner dynamics of Ottoman society during a transitional period in Ottoman history which has too often been misunderstood. Empire of Manners proposes a new way of thinking about the history of manners, arguing that violence and war-making, as much as civility and etiquette, have a central role in shaping them. The eighteenth century proved to be a turning point in this paradoxical relationship between violence and manners as war-making turned into a substantially more complex and costly enterprise, leaving a deeper and wider social footprint. The interplay between violence and manners, an unlikely couple, unexpectedly narrates the Ottoman path to the modern age. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies

It is easy to believe that manners are empty gestures, little more than social artifice or practiced etiquette whose sole purpose is to project civility and facilitate social interaction. But if we look more closely, they can tell us much more than we might first suppose, revealing what conventional accounts of state, economy, and religion often ignore. With Empire of Manners: Ottoman Sociability and War-Making in the Long Eighteenth Century (Stanford UP, 2025), Dr. James Grehan offers a panoramic view of manners and sociability across the eighteenth-century Ottoman Empire, from the Balkans to the Middle East to North Africa. Studying chronicles, biographical dictionaries, and travel accounts, he throws new light on the inner dynamics of Ottoman society during a transitional period in Ottoman history which has too often been misunderstood. Empire of Manners proposes a new way of thinking about the history of manners, arguing that violence and war-making, as much as civility and etiquette, have a central role in shaping them. The eighteenth century proved to be a turning point in this paradoxical relationship between violence and manners as war-making turned into a substantially more complex and costly enterprise, leaving a deeper and wider social footprint. The interplay between violence and manners, an unlikely couple, unexpectedly narrates the Ottoman path to the modern age. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  You're paying for it — and they're laughing all the way to the NGO bank. In this episode:The Democrats' latest “shutdown” scare tactic and what's really in the bill they're fighting forMillions for climate resilience in Honduras, LGBTQI+ democracy in the Balkans, and even locust reduction in AfricaHow these “grants” are really just money laundering operations for DC nonprofitsWhy Washington has become a bloated grift factory, not a governmentAnd why Chris says the capital today looks more like the Hunger Games' Capitol City than the seat of a functioning republicFollow the money — because every dollar “for democracy” overseas somehow ends up keeping the swamp fat and happy.

Hello, and welcome to part two of my discussion about Balkan Food with the incredible Irina Janakievska!On this second part of our discussion -we pick up from where we left- we talk about the top five must try dishes of the region, that anyone who loves food should try. Foods from the heart of the Balkans.Such as cevapi, ajvar, dolma/ sarma, bourek, and tres leches revani! Yes....Lets find out why....I'm interviewing the award winning (James Beard awards on the International Category) and writer and recipe developer Irina Janakievska, author of the book "The Balkan Kitchen, Recipes and Stories from the Heart of the Balkans". She has also won the British Library Food Season Narrative Cookery Book Award (2025) and a Special Award at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards (2024).The book was shortlisted for the Jane Grigson Trust Award (2023) and the Fortnum & Mason Debut Cookery Book Award (2025). She has featured on BBC Woman's Hour, BBC Radio London and Times Radio discussing Balkan cuisine. She lives in south London with her husband and young son, cooking, researching and writing about Balkan history, food culture and culinary traditions, and where I went to chat about all things Balkan. plus tasting some delicious traditional home made specialities!Photo Credit is The Balkan Kitchen (Quadrille, 2024), Copyright for photos Liz Seabrook.Enjoy!Thom & The Delicious LegacySupport the podcast on Ko-Fi and Patreon for ad-free episodes! https://ko-fi.com/thedeliciouslegacypodcasthttps://www.patreon.com/c/thedeliciouslegacySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-delicious-legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Unpacked, Five Questions, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of one great travel story. In this episode, host Katherine LaGrave sits down with photographer Kari Medig, who has spent 15 years traveling the world documenting ski culture—from Austria's iconic Hahnenkamm downhill to landlocked Lesotho. But one region has captivated him above all others: the Balkans. Kari shares his journey through Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Kosovo, revealing why these mountains—many higher than the Swiss Alps—offer something beyond world-class skiing. He discusses the unbelievable hospitality that keeps bringing him back, his unique analog photography approach using a Hasselblad film camera, and why he seeks out parking lot encounters as much as pristine powder. From a chance morning photo of a ski rental owner in her bathrobe to reconnecting with a Bulgarian café owner a decade later, Kari's stories illuminate how skiing becomes a lens for experiencing culture in its most authentic form. On this episode you'll learn: Why the Balkans' mountains are higher than many expect—and vastly underdeveloped for skiing How "Midwest Kind" isn't the only form of extraordinary hospitality—the Balkans surprised Kari with their warmth Why Kari shot his Balkan trips on film with a single Hasselblad camera instead of modern digital equipment How parking lots and ski rental shops become unexpected locations for the most meaningful photographs What makes skiing a unique way to participate in—not just observe—a culture Don't miss these moments: [02:00] Kari's first trip to Bulgaria in 2004 and his amazement at the scope of the mountains [03:00] The café owner who Kari reconnected with a decade later [05:00] Why Kari uses a Hasselblad film camera for his nostalgic, muted aesthetic [08:00] The ski hill in Bulgaria and why parking lots are Kari's favorite shooting locations [10:00] The last-morning photo of a ski rental owner in her bathrobe that captured the entire trip [12:00] Why people always ask Kari—who grew up skiing in Canada—"Why are you here? You have the best skiing in the world" Resources Explore Kari's complete Afar photo essay about skiing in the Balkans Follow Kari Medig for more ski culture photography Stay Connected Sign up for our podcast newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Behind the Mic⁠⁠⁠, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode.  Explore our other podcasts, View From Afar, about the people and companies shaping the future of travel, and ⁠Travel Tales⁠⁠⁠, which celebrates first-person narratives about the way travel changes us. Unpacked by Afar is part of ⁠⁠⁠Airwave Media⁠⁠⁠'s podcast network. Please contact ⁠⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neoborn Caveman reflects on history's lessons to prevent civil war, blending satire with calls for humanity's preservation amid rising divisions. NC recounts Balkan atrocities under the Ustashas, from Prebilovci school massacres to Jasenovac horrors, highlighting generalizations' dangers and media distortions that fuel enmity. He critiques the Cloward-Piven strategy's overload tactics in modern immigration and crises, Ottoman legacies in Yugoslavia's fractures, Sunni-Shia Muslim divides and how they affect Western countries through immigration, and First Nations' overlooked slave-owning past, urging unity over rage to counter globalist techno-feudal cages.Music guests: InoxidablesKey TakeawaysHistory reveals patterns to avoid repeating civil wars and massacres.Generalizations breed hatred and overlook good people in every group.Media portrays events to manipulate perceptions and sow division.Governments and extremists exploit crises for control and collapse.Unity across differences builds stronger communities than walls or fences.Religious and ethnic labels mask shared humanity and common enemies.Atrocities like in Jasenovac show evil's scale when unchecked by reason.Immigration without checks risks importing unresolved conflicts.Past empires' conquests echo in today's border and identity struggles.Preserving stories counters falsified narratives and eternal enmities.Techno-feudalism threatens sovereignty more than open dialogue.Pro-humanity choices prioritize wholeness over emotional rage.Sound Bites"Never generalize. Just because a cat scratched you, it doesn't mean cats are evil.""Let's learn more about history to understand our chances in the future so we can have a better choice in the present.""If you falsify history you will create an everlasting enemy.""Civil war must be avoided at all cost.""Sharing the same land should be enough. We should respect and enjoy our uniqueness and the difference in each other.""Do you want this next level communist, fascist, technologist dystopia or shall we learn from history and avoid sparing children messaging others?""You are amazing. You are special. You are one of a kind. And you are worthy.""We should be one people. Not one people in division but one people united for the betterment of ourselves and humanity."Gather for unfiltered rambles at patreon.com/theneoborncavemanshow—free join, chats, lives.Keywords: history, civil war, generalizations, Ustashas, Balkans, Yugoslavia, Ottoman Empire, Sunnis, Shias, immigration, globalists, humanity, unity, genocide, Jasenovac, Pavelić, media manipulation, Trump, Cloward-Piven, First NationsHumanity centered satirical takes on the world & news + music - with a marble mouthed host.Free speech marinated in comedy.Supporting Purple Rabbits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schon mit der Teilung Roms in Ost und West geriet der Balkanraum in eine Grenzlage. Im Osmanischen Reich radikalisiert sich das.

Why does nationalism look less like a mistake and more like a structural feature of modern capitalism? In this provocative and deeply researched episode, Professor Zlatko Hadžidedić explains why nationalism often functions as the social glue that stabilizes capitalism's contradictions and why the current phase of hyper-capitalism risks producing more authoritarian nationalisms over the next decades. Using Bosnia (the Lisbon maps and Dayton aftermath), the Balkans, and contemporary flashpoints as case studies, Zlatko connects theory to concrete history: how imperial legacies, external power strategies, and the logic of the military-industrial complex help produce recurring conflict. He also shows how consumer tech, information flows, and media narratives help pacify populations while power consolidates.   He explains: ⬛ Why nationalism can be a structural necessity for capitalism ⬛ How “hyper-capitalism” creates conditions for authoritarian nationalism ⬛ The Lisbon maps & Bosnia case study — why partition was engineered and what it means today ⬛ How information, phones and consumer culture shape political consent ⬛ Why great-power strategies sometimes manufacture zones of instability ⬛ What citizens and leaders can do to cultivate nuance, media literacy, and democratic resilience   ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction: Capitalism, Nationhood & the Big Question 03:10 - Thesis: “No Capitalism Without Nationalism” — the argument explained 08:45 - The Lisbon maps & Bosnia: how partition was made possible 13:30 - From Yugoslavia to the Balkans: external influence and local politics 18:20 - Imperial legacies, Mackinder & geopolitical strategy 22:45 - Hyper-capitalism defined: inequality, pacification, and authoritarian pressures 27:50 - Phones, streaming & control: the tech-consumer pact 32:40 - Gaza, Ukraine & manufactured instability — strategic utility of conflict 37:55 - Predictions: the next 20–30 years of nationalism and power 42:10 - Practical takeaways: media literacy, nuance, and democratic repair 46:00 - Closing reflections & recommended reading   This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in political economy, history, geopolitics, and media, especially listeners who want frameworks that connect the dots between capitalism, nationalism, and contemporary conflict.

Voilà bientôt un an que la Serbie est secouée par un important mouvement de protestation contre la corruption. Depuis la catastrophe de la gare tout juste rénovée de Novi Sad, qui a fait 16 morts le 1er novembre 2024, le régime autoritaire d'Aleksandar Vucic est dénoncé par des manifestations et des blocages de rues. Alors que le président, notoirement proche de la Russie, refuse toujours d'organiser des élections anticipées, les étudiants sont à la pointe de ce mouvement résolument pacifique et démocratique. Mais depuis plusieurs semaines, ils font face à une répression de plus en plus violente. Comme des milliers de jeunes Serbes, Dusan Svetkovic a passé l'été à bloquer les rues de Belgrade pour exiger des élections anticipées. Mais le 14 août dernier, lors d'un rassemblement près de la place Slavija, le destin de cet étudiant en physique bascule. « Je me tenais tranquillement près de la fontaine quand une voiture sans plaque est arrivée. Des hommes en civil en sont sortis, et l'un d'entre eux s'est précipité vers moi et m'a violemment jeté au sol. Quatre ou cinq autres hommes sont arrivés, et ils ont commencé à me frapper et à me donner des coups de poing au visage. Ils m'ont frappé la tête contre le sol, et l'un d'entre eux m'a donné des coups de pied avec ses bottes, alors que j'avais la tête sur le goudron », se souvient-il. Embarqué par les hommes de cette unité spéciale, Dusan affirme avoir été battu et menacé de mort dans un garage situé sous le siège du gouvernement, avant d'être relâché trois heures plus tard. Le lendemain, à quelques centaines de mètres de là, Alexandra Nikolic tombe à terre lors d'une charge policière. Elle reçoit un coup de matraque sur le crâne du policier. « Vu comment la police s'est comportée pendant ces dix derniers mois de contestation, je ne m'attendais à rien de bon de leur part. Mais je n'imaginais même pas qu'ils nous frappent par derrière, alors que nous étions deux femmes tombées au sol », explique l'étudiante en droit, montrant les photos de son visage ensanglanté. Elle dénonce la dérive autoritaire du régime du président Aleksandar Vucic : « La justice, la violence, les médias, les insultes... Les autorités utilisent tous les moyens dont elles disposent pour réprimer leurs citoyens. Personnellement, je considère que cela relève d'un type de fascisme. Avec cette philosophie du "où vous êtes avec nous, où vous êtes contre nous", pour moi, il est clair que l'État emploie des méthodes fascistes. » Usage illégal de la force, séquestration dans des lieux non officiels, absence d'avocats... Les méthodes de répression employées par le pouvoir sont aujourd'hui documentées par plusieurs ONG. Les étudiants et les opposants dénoncent notamment la mainmise du SNS, le parti présidentiel, sur l'appareil judiciaire. Des pratiques bien éloignées des valeurs de l'Union européenne, à laquelle la Serbie est toujours officiellement candidate. Alors que le président Vucic se montre inflexible, des élections pourraient avoir lieu en avril 2026. En attendant, les étudiants se préparent et envisagent de présenter leur propre liste lors de ces législatives. Espérant ainsi ouvrir des premières brèches dans un système jusque-là verrouillé. À lire aussiSerbie: le président Vucic tente de reprendre la main à l'occasion d'un défilé militaire   Un reportage à écouter en entier ici, dans le podcast Accents d'Europe.

HISTI -, subotnji matine termin, takoreći ekonomska klasa. I dalje bez tonca, umalo bez snimača i baterija. Priča, malo o fudbalu - OFK Zaječar i Vojvodina tj. rođendanski hepening, više o početku košarkaške sezone. 2-1 na startu EL, taman da se zaboravi raspad u Dubaiju. Krka u ABA i dolazak "Suvog Isusa" Murinena kao globalna marketinška detonacija. Omaž Janni Laaksonen i njenim mudrim odlukama. Powered by Czechoslovakia: Kozel 11 i Pilsner Urqell EXPORT - hvala Mići i braći iz Bratislave! Gogec, Mondo, Lemmy Gazza Trajanje: 139 minuta ---------------------------------- Pokrenuli smo PATREON, pa ko želi sada može da časti za neko pivo, dodatne sadržaje i/ili tehničke popravke na podcastu: www.patreon.com/pfchisterical A ima i opcija za direktne donacije: paypal.me/partizanhisterical ---------------------------------- NOVO!!!!!!!!! HISTI RADIO MIX br. 91 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwhKCZrlUHqiSDPTo8rsi7d56RY6B-er5&si=rMeOUpDJXzURfhwA Twitter: www.twitter.com/pfchisterical Instagram: www.instagram.com/pfchisterical/ Youtube: / partizanhistericalpodcast podcast.rs/show/histerical/ NAPRED PARTIZAN! NAPOMENA: Ovo je "uradi sam" podkast u kome navijači Partizana razgovaraju o zbivanjima u svom voljenom klubu. Izneta mišljenja i stavovi su lični, kafanski, i ne predstavljaju stavove bilo koje navijačke grupe, frakcije, dela uprave, radne ili druge organizacije. Nismo insajderi, eksperti, sportski radnici. Apsolutna vernost, ne apsolutna istina. Trudimo se da jezik koji koristimo bude fin književni - možete ga čuti na svakom stadionu i u svakoj sportskoj hali. Cover foto: dr Oliver Bunić Majstor zvuka: !?!?!? Realizacija: Slavko Tatić, gajtan i dva mikrofona, Balkan & Histi

The first round of local elections in Kosovo are taking place on Sunday, October 12. Kosovo still lacks a functioning government since its legislative elections back in February. The outgoing government of nationalist Prime Minister Albin Kurti continues to pursue policies that some believe are "subjugating" the Serbian community in Kosovo. FRANCE 24's Laurent Rouy and Edward Godsell report on how the city of Gračanica could be led by a new Albanian mayor.

Hello!New episode is out for all of you my darling archaeogastronomers!This time, I'm going back to my troubled neighbourhood of the Balkans! I'm interviewing the award winning (James Beard awards on the International Category) writer and recipe developer Irina Janakievska, author of the book "The Balkan Kitchen, Recipes and Stories from the Heart of the Balkans". The book was shortlisted for the Jane Grigson Trust Award (2023) and the Fortnum & Mason Debut Cookery Book Award (2025), a British Library Food Season Narrative Cookery Book Award (2025) and a Special Award at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards (2024). She has featured on BBC Woman's Hour, BBC Radio London and Times Radio discussing Balkan cuisine. She lives in south London with her husband and young son, cooking, researching and writing about Balkan history, food culture and culinary traditions, and where I went to chat about all things Balkan. plus tasting some delicious traditional home made specialties!We had so much fun and so many things to say, being neighbours and all, that I had to split this episode in to two parts for you! Next week will have Part two!How many people used "Balkanisation" as a negative concept though the ages?Well we are trying today to bring a bit of a balance and talk about about the delightful and delicious common and unique dishes we have throughout this historic, varied and rich part of europe! A crossroad of civilisations for millennia and place with mountains, sea, plateaus and fertile valleys!Irina is the author of the book The Balkan Kitchen (Quadrille, 2024) which you can purchase now here:https://www.foyles.co.uk/book/the-balkan-kitchen/irina-janakievska/9781784886851You can find more about her and her recipes and story here:http://balkankitchen.co.uk/Photo Credit is The Balkan Kitchen (Quadrille, 2024), Copyright for photos Liz Seabrook.Enjoy!Much love,Thom & The Delicious LegacySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-delicious-legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Sound of Economics, Rebecca Christie speaks about migration trends in the Western Balkans with Bruegel's Nina Vujanovic and Nina Ruer, as well as Professor Herbert Brücker from Berlin's Humboldt University in Germany, Since 2015, workers have been heading to Germany from Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Kosovo, aided by a regulation specific to that region. How have those workers assimilated? What has been the effect on the countries they leave behind? Can better policy address youth unemployment and skills shortages? The discussion tackles the data, the outlook and the political context for Germany, the Western Balkan countries and the EU accession process.  Relevant research: Ruer, N. and N. Vujanović (2025) ‘Migration flows from the Western Balkans to Germany: implications and recommendations', Working Paper 19/2025, Bruegel Ruer, N. and N. Vujanović (2025) 'Understanding Serbian youth discontent through the lens of the labour market', Analysis, Bruegel

To seek asylum, people often have to cross borders undocumented, embarking on perilous trajectories. Due to the war in Afghanistan, the rule of the Taliban, and severe human rights violations, over the past decades thousands of people have risked their lives to seek safety. By what means do they make these journeys, especially when they lack money and passports?Over the course of three years, Hannah Pool accompanied a group of Afghan friends and families as they attempted "The Game" - Game zadan: the route to Europe to seek asylum. The resulting ethnography follows them across their entire trajectories: through Iran, Turkey, Greece, and along the so-called Balkan route. In each place, Pool details the economic interactions and social relationships essential for acquiring, saving, borrowing, spending, and exchanging money to facilitate their undocumented migration routes.The Game: The Economy of Undocumented Migration from Afghanistan to Europe (Oxford UP, 2025) bridges economic sociology and migration studies to illustrate how migrants decide to trust people to facilitate their movement along these routes, focusing particularly on debt, special monies, bribes, donations, and gift-giving. Throughout the migration trajectory, relationships with family, fellow migrants, smugglers, humanitarian actors, and border control officials shape and are shaped by access to financial resources.Ultimately, the book highlights the dangers in undocumented border-crossing and delves into the core of what it means to flee: Who has the means to escape dangerous conditions to seek asylum? Hannah Pool is a Senior Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Artist Marina Abramović on the world premiere of her largest-scale performance artwork - Balkan Erotic Epic - at Aviva Studios in Manchester. BBC Culture reporter Noor Nanji on the Riyadh Comedy Festival which has divided the comedy world.Poets Max Wallis and Dr Anna Percy on poetry and mental health as their new poetry magazine, The Aftershock Review, makes an impressive debut.Clare Wood, Artistic Director and Chief Executive of the British Ceramics Biennial on the festival's new international selection of artists' films centred on clay.Presenter: Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu

Was ist der Balkan eigentlich: Ost oder West? Das hängt stark davon ab, wen du fragst. Und wann du fragst.