Inside Albania Podcast with Alice Taylor
By Alice Taylor
Pershendetje and mireseardhje. Are you ready to dive Into Albania?
Exclusively on Euronews, the Inside Albania Podcast will present a weekly digest of the top stories from the country. Politics and policy, economics, environment, society, and more- all in an easy to digest format, in English.
At the end of each month, I will bring you a deep-dive episode with on-topic interviews, giving you a unique perspective into what makes Albania tick.
Inside Albania, to the outside world, only with Euronews. Mirupafshim per tani!
Exclusively on Euronews, the Inside Albania Podcast will present a weekly digest of the top stories from the country. Politics and policy, economics, environment, society, and more- all in an easy to digest format, in English.
At the end of each month, I will bring you a deep-dive episode with on-topic interviews, giving you a unique perspective into what makes Albania tick.
Inside Albania, to the outside world, only with Euronews. Mirupafshim per tani!
Inside Albania Podcast with Alice TaylorMay 04, 2024
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46:41
Lulzim Basha on Elections, opposition, Kosovo and Ukraine
May 04, 202446:41
Exclusive: Vasfije Krasniqi recounts sexual assault during Kosovo war, advocacy and breaking stigma
Apr 27, 202433:34
Inside Albania at the Council of Europe- Kosovo, Albania and more
Apr 20, 202434:33
Kosovo, Serbia, Spain, and Albanian Democracy!
Apr 14, 202444:06
RSF analyses media freedom in Albania, Western Balkans left alone to face Russia and China?
Apr 06, 202437:35
Albania leads Europe in Tourism, challenges for people with disabilities, call for help from Gaza!
Mar 31, 202435:44
Buying property in Albania to crime money fuelling construction: Socialist MP & realtor discuss
Mar 23, 202438:29
Albania in NATO, mandatory military service, and why the EU silence on Banjska terrorist attack
Mar 16, 202438:24
Designer Alisa Dudaj, UN Women’s Michele Ribotta: Times are changing for Albanian women
Mar 10, 202428:14
Exclusive |From EU reforms to Western Balkans integration; an interview with Karl von Habsburg
Austrian politician, former MEP, grandson of the last Austro-Hungarian emperor and head of the house of Habsburg-Lorraine, Karl von Habsburg talks EU, Trump, rule of law, Albanian heritage and problems with Serbia.
Feb 25, 202428:53
Serbia’s crimes in Kosovo, Trump and the Balkans, and Albanian, Kosovar passports strengthen
Feb 17, 202435:40
Fertility, abortion, virginity, violence, and women in Albania with Sevim Arbana, Edlira Çepani
Feb 03, 202432:20
Denis MacShane on Berisha, Rama, Trump and Albania and Kosovo in Europe
Jan 27, 202434:09
Why are Albanians unhappy and the need for education, mental health care, improvements in prisons
This week I spoke to Hans Wolf from the Council of Europe's Committee to Prevent Torture about conditions in Albanian prisons. I also had Ben Andoni and Arben Kola in the studio to discuss the reasons why Albanians are among the unhappiest in Europe. Is it politics, perception, pollution or something else?
Jan 20, 202440:49
Kosovo Deputy Prime Minister Besnik Bislimi on economy, EU accession, crisis with Serbia
Dec 23, 202339:07
1 year on: British Ambassador King-Smith sheds light on UK-Albania relations
Dec 12, 202343:18
Kosovo’s year in review, Meliza Haradinaj breaks down the West’s 'diplomatic failure' in WB
Dec 02, 202340:48
Foriegners in Albania speak on Parliament drama, tourism issues, census, and life
This week, I spoke to two foriegn business owners living in Albania about the current political situation, the census, migration, the cost of living and corruption.
Nov 26, 202339:50
Pros and cons of Italy-Albania migrant deal, EC progress report scrutinises Albania’s EU path
This week, with Lorenzo Picolli, Milena Harito and Dr Andi Hoxhaj discussing the new Italy -Albania migrant deal and with Geldis Gjepali on the good, the bad, and the ugly of Albania's recent European Commission enlargement report.
Nov 11, 202344:29
Albanian women: Myths of communism, stigma and tradition, art in protests, the future
With Jonila Godole, were women really emancipated during the communist dictatorship? How have things changed since then and what needs to be done to achieve more equality? Follow the discussion here.
Nov 04, 202344:25
Tirana Marathon, Berlin Summit and an interview with Sweden's new ambassador to Albania
This week I interviewed those taking part in the Tirana Marathon to raise money for Albanian children with disabilities, I spoke to Swedish Ambassador to Albania Niklas Strom, and Manuel Sarrazin, the German representative for the Western Balkans.
Oct 24, 202348:40
An interview with PM Edi Rama: Berlin Summit, Kosovo-Serbia-Albania relations, and his future in pol
This week, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama talks about enlargement, EU promises, his future in politics and relations with Kosovo and Serbia.
Oct 14, 202356:23
EU patience with Serbia at the limit, Albania’s Oscars bid, AI takes over Euronews
MEP Viola Von Cramon explains how the EU has prepared sanctions against Serbia, I speak to the director of Albania's Oscars entry and discussions ensure over the introduction of an AI newsreader and what it means for journalism.
Oct 10, 202345:09
Gërvalla on Serbia, terrorism and Rama, EU ignores Presevo Valley, WB6 on way to EU
In this week's Inside Albania:
I interviewed Kosova's Foreign Minister Donika Gervalla-Schwartz on the recent terrorist attack, how it is time Kosova joins NATO, the failures of the EU and West in believing the warnings, and Serbia's real motives.
I also spoke with Flora Ferati the researcher who brought to light the 'administrative ethnic cleansing' of more than 6000 ethnic Albanians from the south of Serbia. She said the EU stance that it is too late to be included in Kosovo-Serbia dialogue is an excuse.
Deputy Finance Minister Endrit Yzeiraj explains what happened at the pre-Berlin Summit Economy Minister's meeting in Tirana last week, and the EIB unveil their big investment plans for Albania.
I interviewed Kosova's Foreign Minister Donika Gervalla-Schwartz on the recent terrorist attack, how it is time Kosova joins NATO, the failures of the EU and West in believing the warnings, and Serbia's real motives.
I also spoke with Flora Ferati the researcher who brought to light the 'administrative ethnic cleansing' of more than 6000 ethnic Albanians from the south of Serbia. She said the EU stance that it is too late to be included in Kosovo-Serbia dialogue is an excuse.
Deputy Finance Minister Endrit Yzeiraj explains what happened at the pre-Berlin Summit Economy Minister's meeting in Tirana last week, and the EIB unveil their big investment plans for Albania.
Oct 02, 202341:49
Lajcak criticized, Berlin Summit revealed, Albania to legalize online gambling
In this week's show we analyse the draft igaming law with expert Ron Mendelson, discuss criticism of bias against EU envoy Miroslav Lajçak with MEP Thomas Waitz, and delve into Albanian regional policy with Odeta Barbullushi.
Sep 25, 202343:23
Inside Albania is back with kids, Kosovo-Serbia failed negotiations and census in Albania
In the first episode of season 2, I delve into the administrative ethnic cleansing of Albanians in southern Serbia, the Kosovo-Serbia dialogue, state Vs private education in Albania, the upcoming census and oil in Shpirag.
Sep 18, 202302:05:27
Western Balkans Youth Orchestra brings musicians from 15 nations to Durrës
For the Inside Albania season finale, I went to Durrës to meet the Western Balkan Youth Orchestra which brings together musicians from 15 countries to play music and tour the region promoting culture and cross border solidarity.
Aug 12, 202321:06
John Alite: Why young Albanians look to crime and why life in the wrong lane never pays
Albanians make up the largest foreign population in UK prisons while in Albania, we have the highest ratio of prisoners to population size in the region. I asked John Alite, former mafia mobster, what makes young Albanians consider a life of crime and why are so many looking to flee the country?
Aug 05, 202325:29
Activists vs Albanian Government: The tale of the Vjosa River and the Vjosa Narta Lagoon
I headed to the Vjosa Narta Lagoon near Vlorë to talk to an activist from PPNEA who are challenging the Albanian government over a new airport they say will endanger precious wildlife. I also interviewed CEO of Patagonia, Ryan Gellert about the success of the campaign for the Vjosa River National Park and how Albania is one of the most beautiful countries in the world.
Jul 29, 202331:21
Lea Ypi’s “Free”: Painful but sarcastic recount of life in communist Albania
Divisions in society, artistic license and what plagues Albania today with author of Free, Lea Ypi.
Jul 22, 202326:48
Ahmetaj on the run, Albanian agriculture challenges, medicinal cannabis, understanding addiction
In this episode, I discuss with Agriculture Minister Frida Krifca the challenges facing Albanian agriculture on its EU path, also the push to legalise medical cannabis, the arrest warrant for former deputy Prime Minister and alcohol addiction with Dr Sonila Bitri.
Jul 15, 202329:51
Albania's struggles with human trafficking amid UK migrant crisis
This week the reality of human trafficking from Albania is explained by Sister Imelda Poole from Mary Ward Loreto, along with Patricia Burr from ECPAT who's organisation is suing the British government over children who went missing, including 176 Albanians, from UK asylum hotels. Benedict Spence also discussed the failings of the British government in managing the migrant crisis. Also, on the agenda is US expats in Albania talking about Bill Clinton's visit and their experiences in Albania.
Jul 08, 202336:27
Fadil Berisha: Life between US, Albania, Kosovo, and an endless love of beauty
An interview with world-famous, Albanian photographer Fadil Berisha.
Jul 01, 202322:10
West leans towards Serbia, MEK raid, Yuri Kim unphased by critics, Blockchain! | Inside Albania
Today I interviewed Rep.Ritchie Torres, congressman of the Bronx on his support for Kosovo, British MP Alicia Kearns on the EU's failure to play fair with Serbia, Mustafa Llani on Albania's first Blockchain property sale, and UCL law lecturer Andi Hoxhaj on the MEK and Albanian relations with Iran.
Jun 24, 202335:31
Albanian migration: Harsh debate with British journalist, MP, asylum expert | Inside Albania
As the debate over Albanian asylum in the UK rages on, Alice Taylor spoke to Conservative MP Tim Loughton and asylum expert Daniel Sohege on the public rhetoric, whether Albanians have grounds for asylum, and what happened to the Albanian children missing from UK asylum hotels: spoiler, the UK government does not know.
Jun 17, 202328:56
Brits after Albanian passports, Tahiri out, Dako in, and western silence on Rama’s Kosovo plan
As Albanian interest in going to the UK shows no sign of abating, I am joined by two Brits-Richard Russell and Carolyn Perry who have made Albania home and are applying for Albanian citizenship. I also tackle recent developments between Kosovo and Serbia with the intervention of the Albanian prime minister, the freefall of the Euro, the arrest of Vangjush Dako and release of Saimir Tahiri, and am joined by Valbona Sulçe to talk about how banning sexism from TV can help tackle the issue of domestic violence in society.
Jun 10, 202326:17
North Kosovo: Community vs Western interests | Inside Albania with Alice Taylor
This week, former Kosovar foreign minister Meliza Haradinaj, Kosovo Serb activist Miodrag Milicevic, and Kosovo Albanian journalist Xhemajl Rexha talk about what the local communities actually want, if coexistence is possible, and whether the US would be better talking the lead in the ongoing dialogue.
Jun 03, 202330:38
Albanian democracy, Fredi Beleri, and sustainablity:help or hindrance?
In this week's show, I discuss the return of Albanian prisoners from the UK, the EU response to the arrest of Fredi Beleri, and sustainable business in Albania.
May 28, 202332:38
Albania's diaspora vote, hate speech and short-staffed tourism: Inside Albania with Alice Taylor
This week with special guests we look at the diaspora vote and also whether foreign residents should be able to vote in Albanian elections, along with other hot topics.
May 20, 202325:11
Albania under the grip of local elections: Inside Albania with Alice Taylor
Welcome to the first episode of Inside Albania with Alice Taylor, exclusively for Euronews Albania. In this episode, topics on the agenda are migration, poverty, school leavers and the 14 May municipal elections.
May 13, 202324:08
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