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.

In this episode, I walk through my village at sunset using a dual camera setup on Tamara's phone, showing both myself and my surroundings.

I talk about the bad air quality, my neighbour's property, and the ground conditions.

I discuss my visa application process, including the need for a birth certificate and criminal record check from the UK, their costs, and the assistance from my eldest daughter.

I mention my podcast relaunch and plans to create helpful content on how to apply for different types of visas.

I also share plans for a low-key Christmas, the installation of central heating, and hosting workers at our holiday rental.

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.

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast on your favourite platform so you never miss a new release. And, if you have a moment, a quick rating or review would mean the world. It really helps others discover the show.

For more updates, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments consider Subscribing to My Blog.

I’d also love to hear from you!

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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Podcast Intro 2025

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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.

In this episode I'm excited to share a new direction for this podcast.

Originally, I focused on the beauty of Bosnia and Herzegovina, but now I'll also share my personal journey as a 70-year-old retiree living here.

You'll still hear about Bosnia's traditions and landscapes, but also about my life in a small village, my walks, and thoughts on aging.

This podcast is evolving to inspire others to embrace their own next chapters.

Thank you for your support, and I hope you'll join me on this new adventure.

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.

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast on your favourite platform so you never miss a new release. And, if you have a moment, a quick rating or review would mean the world. It really helps others discover the show.

For more updates, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments consider Subscribing to My Blog.

I’d also love to hear from you!

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.

Enjoying the podcast? If you’d like to support the show and help me continue sharing stories and insights about life here in the Balkans, consider Buying Me a Coffee!

Your support means the world and helps keep the episodes coming.

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Podcast Intro 2025

Podcast Outro 2025

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.

Join me on a scenic 4.2 kilometre walk through the tranquil and picturesque landscapes of the part of northwest Bosnia and Herzegovina where I live.

In this episode, I share glimpses of my rural neighbourhood, discuss the local culture, and provide insights into the changes over the past 30 years.

I also touch on personal experiences, like my time in Canada, and offer reflections on the safety and community spirit of this beautiful country.

Whether you're fascinated by rural life, history, or simply enjoy a good walk-and-talk, this episode has something for you.

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.

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast on your favourite platform so you never miss a new release. And, if you have a moment, a quick rating or review would mean the world. It really helps others discover the show.

For more updates, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments consider Subscribing to My Blog.

I’d also love to hear from you!

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.

Enjoying the podcast? If you’d like to support the show and help me continue sharing stories and insights about life here in the Balkans, consider Buying Me a Coffee!

Your support means the world and helps keep the episodes coming.

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