Balkan Sis

In this episode, we are joined by Jelena Šutić, a young entrepreneur and founder of the "Pomozi Mojoj Nevjeri" foundation. Jelena shares her inspiring journey and her impressive humanitarian work. We delve into her life in Hercegovina, the challenges faced in Bosnia and Hercegovina, and her dedication to helping others. Jelena's foundation has raised thousands of dollars and built a...

What an incredible week it has been! Happy International Women's Day to all you beautiful ladies, near and far. In today's episode, I take the solo flight and share the heartfelt speech that I had the privilege of presenting at the Multicultural Families Organization on the stunning Gold Coast, Australia. This was a day filled with immense emotion and boundless energy, and to make it even...

Exploring Relationships and Boundaries with Psychologist Luciana Franicevic - Part 2 In this second part of our conversation with Luciana Franicevic, a highly qualified psychologist specializing in relationships and boundaries, we delve deeper into the intriguing world of human connections. We discuss our personal journey, how we crossed paths, and what motivated Luciana to pursue her career, high...

Exploring Relationships and Boundaries with Psychologist Luciana Franicevic** In this episode, we have the privilege of diving deep into the world of relationships and boundaries with the highly qualified psychologist, Luciana Franicevic. Luciana's expertise in these areas is truly remarkable, and I'm excited to share our insightful conversation with you. We begin by delving into our perso...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! YAY! 🎂** 35 never felt so amazing, and I truly believe that February is the new January 😂. After emerging from a transformative healing season, I'm taking a moment to celebrate and share the top 35 things I've learned in 35 years. Life is an ongoing journey, and some of these lessons are still a work in progress. I hope you find inspiration and wisdom in the insight...

As a special gift to all my listeners around the world, I believe that now, more than ever, our region and its people need safe spaces and profound healing, even as many years have passed since the war. Helen has generously shared a ten-minute forgiveness meditation, which can be applied to any aspect of your life, whether personal or professional. I genuinely hope it serves you as much as it has...

I am thrilled to bring you an enlightening conversation with my local yoga teacher and master sound healer, Helen Selmeczy, from THE YOGINI. Over the years, I've discovered a profound love for yoga and the transformative benefits it offers, from breathwork and meditation to inner peace and serenity. Yoga has become a sacred sanctuary for me, a place where I release the burdens I carry. Despite...

Get ready for an exciting episode as I sit down with Leonita, a remarkable host of the BOTA podcast located in the United States. Leonita, a fellow Balkan sister, shares her immense passion and expertise in wellness, beauty, creativity, and nutrition. With years of experience as a fully qualified dietitian in the healthcare field, she made the bold decision to step out on her own and create @nitan...

Wow, looking back at 2022, it truly was a challenging year. Both professionally and personally, I faced numerous hurdles, and the loss of my beloved companions, Bruno and Lea, brought many tears. This year was marked by goodbyes and the lingering uncertainty of post-COVID life. The world may appear to be back to 'normal,' but what even is 'normal' in this new reality? With a pandem...

Welcome back, dear friends, In this episode, I decided to step up to the microphone and open up about what's been happening in the Fonzi household over the past few weeks and months. We've experienced the loss of our beloved family members, Bruno and Lea, in a very short period. I want to use this episode to discuss my mental health journey, breaking the stigma around seeking help. I'l...

Debra Gavranich - The Girl Who Left Debra Gavranich joins us from North Queensland, Australia, to discuss her recently published book, "The Girl Who Left." This book delves into her mother's journey from Korčula to the cane fields of Australia. In this episode, we explore life on Korčula, the proxy marriage that led to her mother's departure, and her adaptation to life in Austral...

Embracing Grief, Cultivating Resilience, and Reclaiming Mental Health Dear brothers and sisters, it's been a while. I've been deep in my grief, and I've finally come out to share my experiences of loss. I've lost my childhood home, experienced miscarriages, lost family members, and, sadly, my first dog and family member, Bruno. I know that if you come from our culture and Balkan he...

Part 2 - Featuring Amar & Lejla from the Fića Crew With a strong following of over 27,000 on Instagram and other social platforms, Lejla & Amar share their love, lives, and adventures around the world with their little green car! They enlighten us on why this car is so iconic, what it represents historically, and how they're expanding their adventures in Sarajevo with their young famil...

Wow, wow! We are truly humbled and excited to have hosted the FIĆA CREW on this week's episode. Amar and Lejla are two extraordinary creatives with an impressive following of almost 27,000 on Instagram. They've organically grown a substantial audience across various social media platforms. During our conversation, we delved into a wide range of topics, from their journey as entrepreneurs t...

Hello, beautiful souls, Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Balkan Sis began as two best friends creating a safe haven for women from the Balkans and beyond. With the challenges of time differences and guests scattered worldwide, we've embarked on a fresh, solo adventure. This podcast is a quest to stay connected to our culture, heritage, and the diaspora. Each episode is a le...