The Bosana Chronicles
An Englishman in the Balkans
04/14/24
•39m
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The script is an interview with Mile Mićić about his project Bosana, a fantasy world inspired by Bosnia. He discusses his inspirations, cultural heritage, struggles in creation, and the value of financial support through platforms like Patreon. Mile shares his hopes of connecting people through storytelling and invites audiences to join the Bosana community.Exploring Bosnia, Andalusia, and the Fantasy World of Bosana with Mile Mićić
In this podcast episode, the host shares an insightful conversation with Mile Mićić, a native of Bosnia Herzegovina who is currently residing in Andalusia, Spain. Mićić discusses his deep connection to his Bosnian roots, his move to Spain influenced by love, and his profound appreciation for cultural heritage. He elaborates on the cultural similarities and differences between Bosnia and Andalusia, particularly focusing on their unique approaches to food and hospitality. The episode also delves into Mićić's creation, Bosana, a fantasy world that mirrors the complexities, culture, and conflicts of Bosnia. Mićić explains how Bosana serves as a canvas for his experiences and observations, aiming to connect with readers through its characters and stories. The conversation highlights the importance of storytelling, cultural preservation, and the challenges and rewards of creative work. Mićić expresses his hopes for Bosana to inspire creativity and resilience among its audience.
00:00 Welcome to the Journey: Exploring New Worlds and Cultures
00:38 Meet Mile Mićić: A Bosnian's Tale of Moving to Spain
03:16 Cultural Connections: From Bosnia to Andalusia
06:52 Language and Integration: Navigating New Linguistic Landscapes
10:00 Creating Bosana: A Fantasy World Inspired by Real-Life Experiences
12:08 The Art of Storytelling and Character Creation
23:03 Facing Challenges and Embracing Support in Creative Projects
29:16 Bosana's Future: Dreams, Aspirations, and Community Engagement
35:18 A Personal Invitation: Joining the World of Bosana
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00:06 Exploring the Spomeniks of Yugoslavia
01:02 Discovering the Spomenik Database
01:33 Interview with Donald Niebel: The Man Behind the Spomenik Database
02:40 The Journey of Documenting the Spomeniks
04:39 The Challenges of Cataloging the Monuments
07:35 The Significance and Interpretation of the Spomeniks
08:25 Public Reactions to the Spomeniks
14:23 The Role of the Spomenik Database in Education
16:51 The Community's Connection to the Spomeniks
18:30 Future Plans for the Spomenik Database
24:23 Donald's Personal Connection to the Spomeniks
25:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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