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The Truth About Podcasting in Bosnia | Is It Worth It?

Published on: 1st August, 2025

In this episode, I pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to podcast from a rural village in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

From power cuts and patchy internet to roosters interrupting my recordings, this is the unfiltered truth about trying to create meaningful audio content in a place where podcasting is still unfamiliar to most people.

But despite the setbacks, I keep going, and in this episode, I explain why.

Whether you’re a fellow content creator, a podcast listener curious about Balkan life, or someone thinking of starting your own show from a remote location, this is an honest reflection on the joys and frustrations of podcasting from the edge of Europe.

🧭  What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

The surprising challenges of podcasting from Bosnia

Why podcast culture isn’t mainstream here (yet)

The emotional rollercoaster of podcasting in isolation

What makes it all worth it

Encouragement for creators off the beaten path

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Have you ever tried creating something in a place that didn’t make it easy? What kept you going?

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Until next time — stay curious.

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An Englishman in the Balkans
An Englishman in the Balkans is a podcast about life, culture, and slow living in Bosnia and Herzegovina, seen through the eyes of a British expat who’s made the Balkans home for over two decades.

Hosted by broadcaster and storyteller David Bailey, each episode explores everyday moments, local traditions, conversations with fascinating people, and reflections on what it means to live abroad.

Whether you’re curious about life after 50, considering a different pace of life, or simply fascinated by the hidden corners of Europe, this podcast offers a gentle, engaging escape.

🎧 New episodes weekly from the heart of the Western Balkans.

Perfect for listeners who love expat stories, slow travel, off-the-beaten-path adventures, and authentic cultural insights.
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David Bailey

David Bailey is a veteran broadcaster and podcast producer with over three decades of experience behind the mic. From hosting and producing radio shows to pioneering independent podcasting in the Western Balkans, David’s voice has long been a trusted guide for curious listeners.

Now based in Bosnia and Herzegovina, he blends his storytelling roots with modern audio formats, producing "An Englishman in the Balkans", "Postcards from Bosnia" and "Postcards in Sounds" podcasts, that explore culture, life, and slow living in a country he’s called home for over 20 years.

David brings warmth, clarity, and deep production knowledge to every episode, whether recording in his studio or capturing soundscapes in a village in rural Bosnia.