History of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Haris Porcic
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Welcome to History of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a podcast dedicated to examining the intricate tapestry of this region’s past—one that extends far beyond a simple timeline of events. Together, we will explore the powerful throughlines that run through its unique geography, diverse languages, evolving cultures, and shifting religious and political landscapes, all of which continue to shape the current identity of the people who call Bosnia home. History of Bosnia Podcast Website

Episodes

  1. From Banate to Kingdom

    11/03/2025

    From Banate to Kingdom

    In this episode we explore Bosnia's transformation from a fragile Hungarian vassal to a formidable kingdom. Covering the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, the episode traces the political actions of Bans like Stjepan II Kotromanić and King Tvrtko, their battles with neighboring states, and the emergence of a distinct Bosnian identity amid shifting regional powers. Podcast website: historyofbosnia.com Instagram page: @historyofbih

    38 min
  2. The Bosnian Church

    07/30/2025

    The Bosnian Church

    This episode explores the story of the Bosnian Church: its origin, beliefs, organization, role in society, and its fate. This was a Christian church unique to Bosnia during the medieval period, known to its followers as Crkva Bosanska. The nature of the organization has been the subject of much debate. It was once associated with the dualist Bogomils, a concept that contemporary scholars now disavow. Podcast website: historyofbosnia.com Instagram page: @historyofbih

    50 min
  3. The Early Bosnian Banate

    06/30/2025

    The Early Bosnian Banate

    In this episode, we journey into the medieval Banate of Bosnia, a pivotal era when Bosnia was ruled by local lords bearing the title of Ban. Bosnia transformed from a nominal vassal state into a de facto independent realm under its own bans. This period laid the foundations of Bosnian statehood, characterized by political resilience, unique religious developments, and a blossoming of culture and trade. Podcast website: historyofbosnia.com Instagram page: @historyofbih

    40 min
  4. The Slavs

    04/25/2025

    The Slavs

    Today’s episode picks up the story in Late Antiquity and the early Middle Ages. We’ll cover the tumultuous period after Roman rule – a time when new peoples swept into the Balkans, and the foundations for medieval Bosnia were laid.. We’ll learn who the early Slavs were – where they came from, what their society and beliefs were like – and how they migrated to the Balkans. We’ll see how these Slavic tribes eventually formed early states, and how Bosnia emerged as a distinct entity amid the power struggles of empires and neighboring kingdoms. And finally, we’ll discuss the Christianization of the Slavs, including why Bosnia was one of the last areas to embrace the new religion and how many pagan traditions survived in folk culture. Podcast website: historyofbosnia.com Instagram page: @historyofbih

    27 min
  5. The Roman Period

    04/11/2025

    The Roman Period

    This episode of The History of Bosnia and Herzegovina is all about the clash between the Illyrians and Rome. I discuss how the Illyrians came to be a regional power, their leaders, and their ultimate downfall at the hands of Rome. Podcast website: historyofbosnia.com Instagram page: @historyofbih

    20 min
  6. The Illyrians

    03/21/2025

    The Illyrians

    This episode of The History of Bosnia and Herzegovina I focus on the diverse Illyrian tribes that inhabited the region. Although these communities shared certain customs and languages, they were by no means monolithic. Their story was largely written by outsiders—Greeks and Romans—who often dismissed them as “barbarians,” yet evidence shows that the Illyrians formed alliances, fought wars, minted coins, and upheld rich religious practices. Despite sparse written records, the Illyrians’ legacies echo today in Balkan customs. Podcast website: historyofbosnia.com Instagram page: @historyofbih

    19 min
  7. Intro and Pre-History

    03/06/2025

    Intro and Pre-History

    In this premiere episode of The History of Bosnia and Herzegovina, I introduce the podcast’s mission to explore the region’s past through a scholarly, balanced lens. The podcast begins with pre-history, including Paleolithic settlements at sites like Badanj Cave, which reveal early art, toolmaking, and possible spiritual practices. The narrative then moves into the Neolithic period, detailing the emergence and impact of distinct archaeological cultures (such as Starčevo, Kakanj, Butmir, Vinča, and Danilo). Podcast website: historyofbosnia.com

    16 min
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Welcome to History of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a podcast dedicated to examining the intricate tapestry of this region’s past—one that extends far beyond a simple timeline of events. Together, we will explore the powerful throughlines that run through its unique geography, diverse languages, evolving cultures, and shifting religious and political landscapes, all of which continue to shape the current identity of the people who call Bosnia home. History of Bosnia Podcast Website

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