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James Webb, known as J Webby is an Australian competitive eater with Croatian roots. He is ranked number 1 in Australia and number 5 in the world as you can see his food challenges on social media with almost 2 million TikTok followers and almost 100 thousand Instagram followers! He talks about how his grandparents … JWebby Eats… Croatian Food? Read More »
On the latest episode of the All Things Croatia Podcast is Doris Bačić, captain and goalie of the Croatian national soccer team. Doris talks about growing up in Neum, and her journey to playing for clubs like Arsenal, Juventus, and Napoli. She tells us what it means to be captain of the team, the challenges … Croatian Goalkeeper and Captain of the National Team – Doris Bačić Read More »
With her new single Gasoline, Marcela is burning up not only the Croatian music scene, but worldwide as well! Marcela is a Croatian singer songwriter who first appeared in 2011 on Croatia’s TV show, Looking for a Star, and has since wrote hit songs, including one that she performed on Dora, the Croatian national competition … Croatia’s ‘Hottest’ Rockstar! Read More »
On this episode of the All Things Croatia Podcast, twin sisters Ivana and Josipa Jurković join to talk about their rowing success and their bid for the upcoming Summer Olympics! Ivana was Miss Sport Croatia in 2018, and both her and Josipa are in the Croatian Army Reserves. Stay tuned to hear about their bid … Croatian Rowing’s TWIN Sisters! Read More »
On this episode of the All Things Croatia podcast is guest Katica Rakuljić, a model and TV presenter from Split. Though she moved to Sweden at a young age, Katica stayed very connected to her Croatian identity through traditions like kolo dancing at the local Croatian club, cheering for the Croatian football team, and visiting … The Journey to International Success for Katica Rakuljić! Read More »
On this episode of the All Things Croatia podcast is 17-year-old Croatian boxer and model Mariela Šteko. She recently won gold at the junior European Boxing Championships, now having twice been junior European champion. Born in Munich to Croatian parents from Tomislavgrad, Herzegovina, Mariela started in kickboxing before switching to boxing and choosing to represent … She’s Only 17 and Already a EUROPEAN CHAMPION Boxer… Read More »
On this episode of the All Things Croatia Podcast is Steve Pavlovic, known as Pav. Pav is a Croatian-Australian music entrepreneur and from booking some of the biggest bands in the 90’s, to starting his own record label, to putting on festivals in Croatia, he’s done it all. “For a fair bit of the 1990s, … The Man Who Brought Grunge to Australia and Festivals to Croatia! Read More »
On this episode of the All Things Croatia Podcast we have special guest Meri Abbado. Growing up in Split and eventually moving to the U.S. Meri is an accomplished body builder and the only Croatian IFBB Master Bikini in the world, as well as the Master Bikini World Champion 2022 and will be competing at … Meri Abbado: Female Bodybuilding and Croatia! Read More »
In this episode we have special guests Alen Vukobrad and Niko Grandov to talk about the Memorial of Vukovar Defenders Tournament. The tournament aims to provide a platform for young Croatian footballers in the Diaspora to showcase their talents while also honoring the memory of those who sacrificed their lives in the war. Alen was … Finding the next Pulisic: Tournament for Croatian Diaspora Read More »
In this episode we hear from the creators of the popular Let’s Learn Croatian Podcast, Uncle Mike, Tony D, and DJ Moe. Living in southern California, we learn about their Croatian connection what led the three friends to start helping people learn the Croatian language. Stay tuned to hear their favorite Croatian words and the … Let’s Learn Croatian- The Story Behind the Puppets! Read More »
Danijel Velicki is a Croatian entrepreneur who moved to the US where he created and runs a successful company to help people achieve financial wellness. He left Zagreb as a teen to chase a dream with just 40 dollars and a Walkman in his pocket. In this episode we hear some stories about life in … From Zagreb to America with Entrepreneur Danijel Velicki Read More »
Sara Dyson is the founder of the website Expat in Croatia which helps, you guessed it, Expats in Croatia with things like citizenship, healthcare, and daily life! In this episode we hear why she moved to Croatia from the US without any Croatian heritage, and what her experience has been like after more than a … The Story of Expat in Croatia’s Sara Dyson! Read More »
On this episode we have special guest Tony Klarich. Tony is a legend and pioneer in the watersports community, having invented over 100 waterskiing tricks and winning 11 national and world titles. For his 50th birthday he accomplished the daunting task of waterskiing on 50 different objects in one day including an ice chest, and … Waterskiing’s Most Innovative Man and his Croatian Connection Read More »
Alen “The Savage” Babić is a Croatian professional boxer and one of the most exciting to watch with his all-out knockout style. He holds a professional undefeated record of 11 wins and 0 losses with 10 knockouts and will fight in April for the Bridgerweight Title. In this episode we’re going to hear from the … The World’s Most EXCITING Boxer is From Croatia! Read More »
Helenna Hercigonja-Moulton is a former professional soccer player who represented Croatia on the national team, in both soccer and futsal, and now coaches and works towards improving participation in women’s soccer in Croatia. Helenna was born in Los Angeles with Croatian and Jamaican roots and moved to Croatia where she graduated from the University of … Why Women’s Football is GROWING in Croatia! Read More »
Adrian Krajcar is a Croatian content creator and TikToker on which he’s amassed over 1 million followers! He often plays on stereotypes and points out the funny things from everyday life in Croatia and the Balkan region. We’re going to hear how he started making content and what feeds his creativity as he tells us … This Croatian TikToker is CRUSHING video content! Read More »
Annie Bosko is a Croatian-American singer and country music star. From appearing on American Idol, she now has millions of listens on Spotify, plays in big concerts and festivals, and has performed with legends like Andrea Boccelli, Adele, and Oliver. In this episode we learn a little about her heritage and involvement in the Croatian … Croatian Country Music Star – Annie Bosko! Read More »
Ella Mische is a Croatian writer and actress living in the US who has worked on many different projects including writing her own works, working with Adam Sandler, and doing projects for Croatia’s HRT. In this episode we’re going to hear her story of immigration and how she’s repping Croatia in the film industry including … The Croatian Influence on Adam Sandler’s ‘Hustle’ with Ella Mische! Read More »
Andrew Bogut is a Croatian-Australian former professional basketball player who, among other accolades, was the first pick in the 2005 NBA Draft, 2011 Blocks Leader, and a 2015 NBA Champion. As a proud Croatian, Andrew talks about his heritage and shares stories, including one about his father’s insanely long emigration from Croatia by ship. In … Andrew Bogut Talks Croatian Heritage and his NBA Championship! Read More »
Miljenko Matijević is a Croatian born singer who moved to the U.S. as a kid and became the frontman of legendary rock band Steelheart. Among other projects he also sang the vocals for Mark Wahlberg’s character in the 2001 movie Rock Star. In this episode he explains his immigration story and his desire to return … Steelheart’s Miljenko Matijević on Returning to Croatia and his Legendary Career! Read More »
Ana Alić is a Canadian-Croatian writer, actress, and stylist. Having written and acted in short and feature films Ana continues to expand her industry skills into costume designing as well. In this episode we’re going to learn about her Croatian heritage as well as her plan to have more Croatian representation in films! Ana talks … Croatian-Canadian Filmaker, Actress, Designer – Ana Alić Read More »
Ida Hamer is a television journalist and reporter for RTL who was raised in Zagreb, went to the UK for school and decided to move back to Croatia and start her career. She also started and runs the project Stranac u Hrvatskoj, where she interviews foreigners who moved to Croatia about their experience and why … Ida Hamer, Croatian News Reporter on ‘Stranac u Hrvatskoj’ Read More »
In this episode we have special guest Goran Jović. Goran is a world-famous photographer from Croatia who takes pictures all over the globe! He has won 30 international awards for his photography and has over 200 thousand followers on Instagram where he posts his work. In this episode we find out more about him and … World Famous Photographer Goran Jović Read More »
Dino Rađa is a Croatian former professional basketball player and is commonly regarded as one of the greats, having won 2 FIBA Euroleague Championships, 2 Olympic silver medals, and was recently inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame among numerous other accomplishments. He is the Croatian national team’s 2nd all time scorer and was one … Dino Rađa talks ’92 Olympics: Croatia vs Dream Team, and Settles the GOAT Debate! Read More »
All Things Croatia is kicking off season 2 with this episode’s guest Dragitza Rastegorac! Dragitza is a Peruvian-Croat who moved to the Homeland in search of a better/different life. Since then she’s learned the Croatian language, started her own Croatian themed brand and business (Puro Amor, of which you may recognize its trendy slogans), and … From Peru to Croatia, Puro Amor, Stand-up Comedy and More with Dragitza Rastegorac! Read More »
On this episode we have special guest Alan Orlić. Alan is an American-Croat who moved from New York to Croatia where he eventually started Tinker Labs. Tinker Labs is an educational project to help kids learn STEM subjects in a more fun and effective manner. Alan talks about his move and the differences between life … Tinker Labs with Alan Orlić Read More »
On this week’s episode we have Goran Vrabec, CEO and founder of Volim Ljuto. Volim Ljuto is the biggest and most popular Croatian hot sauce brand and has grown tremendously while partnering with other local brands to bring more spice to Croatia. Their products can be found in over 300 restaurants and 50 shops across … Volim Ljuto and Croatia’s Hot Sauce Culture with Goran Vrabec Read More »
On this week’s episode we have Justus Reid. Justus is an American TikTok and Instagram star with no Croatian roots or connection at all, who all of a sudden broke into the Croatian social media scene as well at the greater Balkan area. After posting videos singing songs in Croatian, Justus recently performed on the … Justus Reid – From TikTok to Croatian Supertalent! Read More »
Daniela Rogulj is a Croatian-American soccer/football/nogomet journalist who is currently in Qatar covering the World Cup! Moving to Croatia “by accident” 7 years ago, Daniela now lives in Split and covers the Croatian team and had the amazing opportunity to go to Qatar for the World Cup and cover the Croatian team! Daniela talks about … Daniela Rogulj shares what it’s REALLY like in Qatar and talks Croatia in the World Cup! Read More »
On this week’s episode we have special guest Damir Firšt. Damir is a Croatian tech entrepreneur and the co-founder of Matterless Studios. Matterless is a tech startup that innovates within the world of AR or Augmented Reality. He has 4 masters’ degrees and spent years living in Asia before returning to Zagreb and co-founding his … Damir Firšt – Matterless Studios and Augmented Reality in Croatia Read More »
On this week’s episode of the podcast we have special guest Peter Pecotić. Peter is an Australian Croat and the director of a documentary called Countryman. The film starts with Peter retracing his father’s journey in Australia after leaving the Dalmatian coast. Events take a turn when he meets an artist who believes he also … Interview with Peter Pecotić – Countryman Read More »
Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts! In this week’s episode we have special guest AJ Piplica, a Croatian American entrepreneur and engineer. After working for years in the aerospace industry, AJ founded Hermeus, a startup that is building the world’s fastest aircraft. With the ultimate goal of producing passenger airplanes with their new technology, a flight from … Interview with AJ Piplica – Hermeus Read More »
On this episode of the podcast we have special guest Lucia Adžić. Lucia is the creator of Neka Nova Prica, one of the most popular podcasts in Croatia and one of the first in a now growing field. Chatting about personal growth, relationships, and parenting, Lucia also advocates for women in her community to start … Interview with Lucia Adžić – Croatian Podcaster and Motivator Read More »
Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts! In this week’s episode we have special guest Renee Pea, the Consul General of Croatia in Los Angeles. Born in Croatia and a career diplomat, Renee was sent on assignment to L.A. where her jurisdiction covers a large part of the western U.S.A. In this episode we’re going to learn about … Interview with Renee Pea – Consul General of Croatia Read More »
Learn how to get Croatian citizenship in All Things Croatia’s first video podcast with CitizenHR, an app created to help people with the process of obtaining Croatian citizenship. In this episode, Nik Kraljević and Mate Pavković show how to use their new app that acts as a calculator for citizenship paperwork and testing. Learn about … Intervew with Nik Kraljević and Mate Pavković – CitizenHR Read More »
Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts! In this episode we have a special guest Alex Schmidt. Alex is an American with Croatian roots from Minnesota who decided to move to Dubrovnik for good where she started her blog, The Mindful Mermaid. In her blog she promotes mindful living and responsible travel as she shares her travel … Interview with Alex Schmidt – The Mindful Mermaid Read More »
Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts! On this episode we have a very special guest in Mitch Chuvalo. Mitch is the son of George Chuvalo (Jure Čuvalo), one of the greatest Croatian and Canadian boxers of all time. George has numerous accolades including 5 time Canadian heavyweight champ, 64 wins by knockout, and … Interview with Mitch Chuvalo – George Chuvalo, Legendary Boxer Read More »
Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts! In this episode we have special guest Peter Hazdovac, a Croatian American and a very active member of the Croatian community down in the Los Angeles area of San Pedro. His family company Adriatic Tours which he works for has long served the community in helping Croatians … Interview with Peter Hazdovac – Adriatic Tours Read More »
Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts! This week’s special guest on the podcast is Steve Rukavina. Steve is a Croatian American activist from Minnesota and co-founder of the National Federation of Croatian Americans Cultural Foundation. He is involved with many Croatian related projects and initiatives, both cultural and political. Among those are the … Interview with Steve Rukavina – NFCA Read More »