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13:17
Bosnian Superstitions
Threads of Tradition and Caution
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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From California to the Balkans
Camilla's Story of Self-Sufficiency and Growth in Northern Slovenia
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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51:40
What is 'Promaja'?
Why is it So Important in the Balkans?
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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6:25
Visiting Krupa na Vrbasu
Krupa na Vrbasu is a picturesque village located about 25 kilometres south of Banja Luka along the Vrbas River
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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3:15
Rab Travel Diaries 🇭🇷 Part 2
A Dive into Rab's Tranquil Beauty
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
2
26:05
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An Englishman in the Balkans Podcast

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13:17
Bosnian Superstitions
Threads of Tradition and Caution
 • 
David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
7
51:40
From California to the Balkans
Camilla's Story of Self-Sufficiency and Growth in Northern Slovenia
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
2
54:24
The Indigenous Hero from Gradiška
Meeting Nemanja Lendić
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
26:05
Rab Travel Diaries 🇭🇷 Part 2
A Dive into Rab's Tranquil Beauty
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
2

Posts about Bosnia and Herzegovina

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3:15
Visiting Krupa na Vrbasu
Krupa na Vrbasu is a picturesque village located about 25 kilometres south of Banja Luka along the Vrbas River
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
8
6:23
Rakija Time in the Bosnian Woods
We're distilling 100 liters of this fiery brandy, 90 of pear and 10 of apple.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
12
Street Art in Bosnia and Herzegovina
A Canvas of Change reflecting pain, chaos, diversity, identity, peace, and culture
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
4
3:39
Discovering Ostražac Castle
Ostražec Castle dates back to the medieval period, built during the 14th century as part of a defensive network designed to protect the kingdom from…
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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Balkan Posts

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Yugoslavian Cinema - Jugoslavenska kinematografija.
Movies that earned Academy Awards, Golden Globe Nominations and Palm D'Ors.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
4:16
The First of May - Prvi maj.
I had always thought that Labour Day/Workers Day was something that grew out of the Russian Revolution of 1917. How totally wrong I was.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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The Story of Flora Sandes.
A British woman who served as a member of the Royal Serbian Army in World War One.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE

Posts about Balkan Food

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Learning to Cook Traditional Food - Kurs tradicionalne kuhinje.
Together with other “internationals” from Russia, Mexico, Venezuela, China and Syria plus local participants, I learn tons about the regional culture.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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Tamara Pejčinović-Bailey
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Mekike and Uštipci - Similar to a Yorkshire pudding maybe?
These are traditional dishes made of kneaded dough that is deep fried, similar to Hungarian lángos and British Yorkshire pudding.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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Tamara Pejčinović-Bailey
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6:31
All things Tomatoes in the Village here in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Making Homemade Tomato Sauce and "canning" Sun Dried Tomatoes.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
2
Cheese from Bosnia and Herzegovina - Sir iz Bosne i Hercegovine
Bosnia and Herzegovina makes the 13th best cheese in the world it seems.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE

Posts about Balkan Music

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The Balkan Soundscape:
Unveiling the Soul of Balkan Music - Part 1
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE

Balkan Vlogs

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22:34
The Story of Trappist Cheese and Beer in Banja Luka
Finding out a little bit about Beer and Cheese from Banja Luka
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
2
3:38
The Bočac Fortress
The Fortress is situated on the left bank of the Vrbas River not far from Krupa na Vrbasu.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
10:10
Visiting The Banja Luka Market
Walk with me through the Banja Luka Market on a Sunday
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Dajaks - The Gondolas of Banja Luka
A ride in Banja Luka's traditional boat, the Dajak, is a unique experience that you don't want to miss when you are in the city.
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Newsletter Archive

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July Notes from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The Months Best Moments
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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Mid June Notes from Bosnia and Herzegovina
Today, I’m re-posting, as a “catch up”, a short selection of recent “Notes” from the past few weeks. I know that most subscribers read my posts through…
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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4:16
Wednesday Notes from Bosnia and Herzegovina
News and Updates you might have missed..
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
My early May Notes from Bosnia and Herzegovina
News and Updates you might have missed.
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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
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