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From California to the Balkans
Episode 1715th October 2024 • An Englishman in the Balkans • David Pejčinović-Bailey
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Welcome to An Englishman in the Balkans, the podcast where I explore the fascinating culture, history, and everyday life in Bosnia and Herzegovina, this heart-shaped, but much misunderstood country.

I’m David, your host, sharing stories, insights, and conversations from my life here in the north west of the country.

Whether you’re a longtime listener or tuning in for the first time, I’m so glad you’re here.

Embracing a New Life: One Woman's Journey from Silicon Valley to Slovenia.

In this episode of “An Englishman in the Balkans’, I share the fascinating journey of Camilla Dugonjić as she transitions from a tech-centric upbringing in California to a simpler, more self-sufficient lifestyle in Northern Slovenia.

Discover her experiences of adapting to a new culture, learning one of the world's most difficult languages, and raising her children close to nature.

Camilla offers insights into the challenges and rewards of foraging and growing food, navigating cultural differences, and embracing vulnerability.

She shares her stories, from making sourdough bread to installing a sauna inspired by local traditions.

This episode delves deep into the personal growth and beautiful connections that come with living between worlds, showcasing the incredible pull of the Balkan region.

Thank you for tuning in to An Englishman in the Balkans. I hope you enjoyed today’s episode and that it gave you a little more insight into life and culture here in this fascinating part of the world.

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Feel free to reach out with any questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes.

Until next time, take care, and as always, Hvala for listening.

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