"Forced Out" - A story of Surviving Conflict
An Englishman in the Balkans Archive 2013-2025
10/29/23
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In this episode I explore the emotional journey of Ivana Štrbac-Alfonso, who was forced to leave her home in Bosnia and Herzegovina during the conflict in the 1990s.
Ivana, who was only five to six years old at the time, lived in a village outside Zenica, a moderately large town in middle Bosnia.
The episode delves into the pain and struggle of leaving one’s country amidst conflict and seeking safety elsewhere.
Ivana eventually found a new home on Australia’s Gold Coast. The episode sheds light on her experiences as a refugee and her efforts to rebuild her life in a new country.
Ivana shares her passion for giving back to there community and how her experiences have shaped her into the person she is today.
This episode promises an insightful and emotional exploration of Ivana’s journey from being a young refugee to becoming a successful community builder in Australia.
You can find out more about, Ivana at:
https://anenglishmaninthebalkanspodcast.com/balkansis
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This Podcast is 10 Years Old - Throwback to Episode 1
October 25, 2023
•16m
Welcome to this special throwback episode of the podcast, celebrating 10 years of “An Englishman in the Balkans”.
The journey began in 2007 in Canada, and after a brief hiatus, it was relaunched in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2013.
Over the years, the podcast has evolved, even changing titles a couple of times. This episode revisits the very first one from 2013, featuring a conversation with Kev Shannon, a young Brit who was walking across Serbia at the time.
As we celebrate a decade of podcasting, we invite you to explore our archives and see how far we’ve come.
Enjoy this short but sweet throwback episode and don’t forget to leave a review or comment.
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Stay tuned for more exciting stories and adventures from the Englishman in the Balkans podcast!
Thank you for being a part of our podcasting community, and we look forward to bringing you more exciting content in the future.
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Losing My Balance
November 5, 2023
•28m
This episode is a bit different from our usual ones. Instead of interviewing fascinating individuals about Bosnia and Herzegovina, I’m sharing some personal experiences and observations from my life in this heart-shaped country.
I had an interesting episode planned for you today. I was going to take you on a walk through my village, describing the beautiful forestry and local landmarks. However, an unexpected bout of dizziness forced me to cut the walk short. Despite this setback, I’m sharing my experience up to the point where I had to turn back.
We’ll also touch on some health concerns I’ve been having, particularly recurring balance issues. There’s a family history with similar issues, but we won’t get into that right now.
Despite the unexpected turn of events, I encourage you to stay tuned for more personal stories and insights about life in the Balkans. And as always, I’d love to hear your thoughts and reactions in the comments section or on review platforms.
This episode is a reminder that life doesn’t always go as planned, but there’s always a story to tell. So here’s to more stories from me, David, an Englishman in the Balkans.
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Thank you for being a part of our podcasting community, and we look forward to bringing you more exciting content in the future.
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