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Balkan Bred

Balkan Bred

By Emina Pelja

A podcast dedicated to connecting Balkan diaspora by sharing each other's stories.
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Balkan Bred Jun 05, 2020

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Reframing the Balkan Narrative with British Writer-Producer, Miran Hadžić
Aug 23, 202101:07:46
The Complexities of Defining Our Balkan Identities with Ljudmila Petrovic
Jul 14, 202101:32:17
Redefining the Albanian American Perspective with Leonita Hoxhallari from BOTA Podcast
Jul 07, 202101:04:13
Intergenerational Trauma Healing and Conscious Parenting Practices with Selma Bacevac from Balkan Mama Therapy
Jun 30, 202153:53
Rasema Asks Emina All the Tough Questions: The Realities of Being a Female Founder and Juggling a Full-Time Online Business
Jun 23, 202101:10:51
Life Before and After Playing Professional Basketball with Samir Sehic
Apr 21, 202142:05
Here's How Passion and Perseverance Can Get You Closer To Becoming Your Own CEO with Saint Louis Based Entrepreneur Semir Smajlovic
Mar 31, 202145:42
How To Kickstart Your Career In Real Estate with Hermina Ibricic
Mar 25, 202128:38
Selling Seattle With Adna Hatkic: Advice From A Mortgage Loan Consultant
Mar 04, 202134:11
Why More Women Should Try Weight Lifting: Building Strength & Confidence with Maida Comic
Feb 04, 202157:04
What Being An Insurance Agent is Really Like with Armina Jakupovic
Jan 19, 202129:24
Trees Without Roots: The Importance of Telling Our Parents' Stories with Ella Čolić
Jan 12, 202142:05
2021: It's My Year & I Can Cry If I Want To
Jan 05, 202144:31
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Launching a Business During a Pandemic
Oct 15, 202044:21
How Jericho Foundation is Empowering the Next Generation of Youth in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Oct 08, 202038:34
The BIGGEST Mistakes I've Made As An Entrepreneur
Sep 22, 202039:27
Celebrating 1000 Orders, Starting a YouTube Channel & Building Multiple Income Streams
Aug 07, 202037:56
The REAL Truth About Blogging & Becoming An Influencer With Adaleta Avdić
Jul 31, 202001:14:02
Being a Refugee, Coping with PTSD & Surviving Sexual Assualt with Miss Neira Designs
Jul 28, 202047:39
Making & Selling Burek In New York City With Balkan Bites
Jul 20, 202040:24
Let's Talk About Mental Health | Part Two with Psychologist Karolina Drakovac

Let's Talk About Mental Health | Part Two with Psychologist Karolina Drakovac

Yes, we're talking about it (again). In this continuation of our mental health series, we're bringing on Karolina Drakovac, a psychologist based in the Netherlands, to discuss PTSD, transgenerational trauma, and more. 

Connect with Karolina on Instagram @karolina_draws_

Check out her beautiful illustrations HERE: https://karolinadraws.com/

Other Helpful Resources:

- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline: 1-800-950-6264

- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

Get your little piece of home HERE: balkanbred.com

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Jul 10, 202035:27
Starting & Managing a Nonprofit with Sanela Ovnovic (Helping Hearts of BiH)
Jul 03, 202048:59
The Power of Failing & Following Your Dreams with Kenan Mujkanovic
Jun 26, 202051:22
Making & Selling Wine From the Motherland with Wines of Illyria
Jun 20, 202045:40
Behind the Lens: Emina Omeragic Photography
Jun 12, 202037:16
Balkans For Black Lives: Why You NEED to Speak Up
Jun 05, 202028:23
Dating Diaspora | Leyla & Jacob
Jun 03, 202041:10
Behind the Scenes of Writing a Best Seller with Adela Muhic

Behind the Scenes of Writing a Best Seller with Adela Muhic

Ten months ago when Adela Muhic first published Boxed Memories, she had no idea her writing was powerful enough to land her on Amazon’s Best Sellers list, let alone become a voice of inspiration among the diaspora.

Boxed Memories: https://www.adelamuhic.com/boxed-memories-1

Connect with Adela on Instagram @4dela

Get your little piece of home HERE: www.balkanbred.com

For 10% OFF your first order, use code WELCOME10

Keep up with us on Instagram @balkanbred

If you're interested in being featured or have an idea for an upcoming episode, feel free to send an email to hello@balkanbred.com with 'Podcast' in the subject line.

New Cover Art Courtesy of @karolina_draws_ on Instagram

May 20, 202045:55
How To Prioritize Self Care During Quarantine with Tea Sefer
May 05, 202001:11:41
Making Money Moves with Elsad Turkovic

Making Money Moves with Elsad Turkovic

In this week's episode, we're chatting with Elsad Turkovic, founder of Turk Financial, about how he started his business and giving our best pieces of financial advice for diaspora in their 20's. 

If you haven't done your taxes, click here: turkfinancial.co 

Connect with Elsad on Instagram @takeanelso

Get your little piece of home HERE: www.balkanbred.com

For 10% OFF your first order, use code WELCOME10

Keep up with us on Instagram @balkanbred

If you're interested in being featured or have an idea for an upcoming episode, feel free to send an email to hello@balkanbred.com with 'Podcast' in the subject line.

Apr 23, 202058:58
What We Wish People Knew About Cancer With Lejla Begic

What We Wish People Knew About Cancer With Lejla Begic

When you’re diagnosed with cancer at 18, your whole world turns upside down. This week, we're chatting with Lejla Begic about going through chemo, losing your hair, and ultimately all the side effects that come after receiving your diagnosis. 

Connect with Lejla on Instagram: @lejlabegic

Get your little piece of home HERE: www.balkanbred.com

For 10% OFF your first order, use code WELCOME10

Keep up with us on Instagram @balkanbred

If you're interested in being featured or have an idea for an upcoming episode, feel free to send an email to hello@balkanbred.com with 'Podcast' in the subject line.

Apr 13, 202051:24
Teaching Abroad: Living In Spain & How We're Dealing With COVID-19

Teaching Abroad: Living In Spain & How We're Dealing With COVID-19

This week we're chatting with Sabina Torlo about her recent teaching experience abroad in Spain. Although her trip was cut short because of COVID, she still had plenty of pieces of advice to share. If you've ever thought about living overseas or becoming an auxiliar, then this is the episode for you.

Connect with Sabina: @sabina.torlo on Instagram

Get your little piece of home HERE: www.balkanbred.com

For 10% OFF your first order, use code WELCOME10

Keep up with us on Instagram @balkanbred

If you're interested in being featured or have an idea for an upcoming episode, feel free to send an email to hello@balkanbred.com with 'Podcast' in the subject line.

Apr 06, 202001:02:21
Dating Diaspora | Amila & Suljo

Dating Diaspora | Amila & Suljo

On this episode of #DatingDiaspora, we're chatting with one of our ambassadors, Amila and her fiance, Suljo, about how they first met on Instagram, meeting the parents, and their special Valentine's Day proposal. 

Get your little piece of home HERE: www.balkanbred.com

For 10% OFF your first order, use code WELCOME10

Keep up with us on Instagram @balkanbred

If you're interested in being featured or have an idea for an upcoming episode, feel free to send an email to hello@balkanbred.com with 'Podcast' in the subject line.

Mar 23, 202046:29
Vazda Radim: The Reality of Being a 23 Year Old Business Owner
Mar 15, 202043:27
Traveling the Balkans: Finding Cheap Tickets, Dealing With Missed Flights & More!
Feb 17, 202001:05:32
Dating Diaspora: Making Sacrifices, Wedding Planning & Married Life
Feb 03, 202059:12
11 Things The Diaspora Taught Me In 2019

11 Things The Diaspora Taught Me In 2019

2019. Wow, what a year it's been! As I've worked to grow our brand, the diaspora have constantly served as my inspiration. To recap the year, I'm sharing quite a few things they've taught me about building a business, making an impact on someone else's life, and sharing unforgettable stories. 

Get your little piece of home HERE: www.balkanbred.com

For 10% OFF your first order, use code WELCOME10

Keep up with us on Instagram @balkanbred

If you're interested in joining the BiH Founders Network, please send an email to adna.pekmezovic@gmail.com. 

If you're interested in being featured or have an idea for an upcoming episode, feel free to send an email to hello@balkanbred.com with 'Podcast' in the subject line.

Dec 30, 201942:45
Let's Talk About Mental Health: PTSD, Stigmas & Transgenerational Trauma
Oct 17, 201944:17
Dating Diaspora | Zerina & Rawhi
Sep 17, 201901:01:31
How 5 Bosnian Women Created A Scholarship That Gives Back To Refugees
Aug 22, 201940:04
Remembering Srebrenica 24 Years Later With Amra Mujkanovic
Jul 11, 201952:33
Going Back Home: Zvezde Granda, Rental Cars, & Suho Meso Quesadillas

Going Back Home: Zvezde Granda, Rental Cars, & Suho Meso Quesadillas

After spending a few weeks in Bosnia with my family, here's a not-so-quick recap of everything that happened. Going back home is always an adventure, but little did we know what was actually waiting for us. 

Get your little piece of home here: www.balkanbred.com

For 10% OFF your first order, use code WELCOME10

Keep up with us on Instagram @balkanbred

If you're interested in being featured or have an idea for an upcoming episode, feel free to send an email to hello@balkanbred.com with 'Podcast' in the subject line. 

Jun 24, 201952:47
Dating Diaspora | Dino & Gena
Apr 15, 201933:43
From Prijedor to San Jose: How Dino Delkic Built The Law X App From Scratch
Mar 25, 201946:36
Sretan Rođendan : Balkan Bred Turns One
Mar 14, 201947:24
Mama & Babo, This One's For You.

Mama & Babo, This One's For You.

This week's episode is dedicated to our parents = the people who risked their lives just so we could have better ones. 

Follow us on Instagram @balkanbred

Get your little piece of home here: balkanbred.com

"My Parents Were Refugees" Article: https://www.theodysseyonline.com/my-parents-were-refugees-the-struggles-of-first-generation-american 

Interested in being featured on an upcoming episode? Send an email to hello@balkanbred.com with 'Podcast' in the subject line. 

Feb 27, 201936:29
The BiH Diasporic Conference | Part Two: Creating Opportunities For The Diaspora
Feb 20, 201945:04
The BiH Diasporic Conference | Part One: Why We Think You Should Go
Feb 13, 201942:55
My 'Not-So' Big Fat Balkan Wedding: 8 Things Engaged Couples NEED To Know
Feb 06, 201901:09:00
5 Ways To Cultivate Healthy Habits With Deniz Sehovic

5 Ways To Cultivate Healthy Habits With Deniz Sehovic

On this week’s episode of the podcast, we chatted with lifestyle coach, Deniz Sehovic, about sticking to those New Year’s Resolutions. At this point in the year, the majority of us have completely given up but that doesn’t mean we can’t start over again. The truth is, you can make a change at ANY time in your life — you can start these new habits at ANY time in the year, it doesn’t necessarily have to be in the New Year!

Follow Deniz on Instagram @denizsehovic

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Jan 30, 201932:12