A Wild Ride through the Balkans: From Tito to Today

This week, Gav and Dave, joined by guest Leo Andolsek, take a wide-angle view of the Balkans.Leo cuts through the noise in modern media to unpack the layered history, cultures, and persistent tensions of this fascinating corner of Europe. Our chat connects the past and present in plain terms, winding through the rise and collapse of Yugoslavia and tiptoeing past the fault lines that still define relations between its successor states. The conversation largely focuses on how historical memories, complex dynamics, and transcending nationalism shape all of these countries today.Stay tuned to the end though. Leo dives into a key cultural nuance of the region that will help you better understand their mentality--especially when it comes to developing some of the world's greatest minds and athletes, including Nikola Tesla and Nikola Jokić.If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share the podcast. We appreciate it!