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Slovenia322: Andrey Leskovshek McQuarrie
The article features an interview with Andreja Leskovšek McQuarrie, a former alpine skier and Olympian from Sarajevski 1984, who continued her career in the US after knee injury at age 21. She studied psychology and economics, later participating in organizing five Winter Olympics. The discussion covers skiing past and present, women's sports, football, major sporting events, safe sports environment, American sports mentality, Slovenian pace, communication in sport and public space, and whether future Winter Olympics will remain winter-based.
321: Zdenko Matoz (Work) We live in a time of struggle for attention
The article introduces Zdenko Matoz, a journalist and cultural chronicler at the newspaper Delo, who has been covering music, concerts, and interviews throughout his career. It highlights his role as a music journalist and mentions topics such as concert accessibility, ticket prices, and the presence of artists like Chris Eckman in Slovenian commercial radio. The text also promotes an episode of the podcast 'Metin Čaj,' which discusses media practices, technology trends, and features guests from the media industry.
320: Dr. Janez Markes (Work)
In a new episode of 'Metin čaj,' philosopher, columnist, and longtime journalist Dr. Janez Markeš discusses his career path from the 1980s to today, reflecting on the time when civil society believed they could create a better country and the subsequent disillusionment. He openly talks about Slovenian politics, media, and society, labeling Janez Janša as a 'proto-fascist' and stating that Slovenia is currently living under a plutocracy. The discussion also touches on philosophy, why he reads newspapers primarily by authors, and how he recently opened social media profiles and became viral. The
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The article discusses Dr. Miro Cerar's views on searching for a mandate, the government, and political culture.
Treking the Sinai: What an 8-day trek through the desert looks like
The article describes an eight-day trek across the Sinai Desert, highlighting the unique experiences of hiking through the desert landscape, encountering oases, canyons, and natural formations. It begins at the Monastery of St. Catherine at the foot of Mount Sinai, noting its historical significance as the oldest continuously operating Christian monastery in the world and its shared religious importance among Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The journey includes various challenges such as cold, heat, sand, rain, camels, Bedouin bread, sleeping under the stars, and breathtaking views.
319: Dr. Marko Zajc (Institute of recent history)
The article introduces Dr. Marko Zajc, a historian from the Institute for Contemporary History, who discusses historical narratives and national identities. He identifies with multiple historical regions including the Habsburg Monarchy, Yugoslavia, and Koseze. The piece is part of a podcast episode titled 'Metin Čaj' focusing on media practices, technology trends, and historical perspectives.
The Trail of Seven Falls and One Very Good Ride
The article describes an author's personal experience hiking the 'Pot sedmih slapov' (Path of Seven Waterfalls), a circular trail in Istria starting near the Buzet brewery. The path is approximately 15 kilometers long with a total elevation gain of less than 400 meters. The author notes that the trail is popular, comparing the crowds during holidays to those at major public events. The hike took around four hours including stops for photos and coffee.
318: Chantal van Mourik Music is like a cigarette
The article discusses whether it is possible to live off music in Slovenia and explores the role of traditional and new media in supporting musicians. It features an interview with Chantal van Mourik, a Dutch-born figure in the Slovenian music industry who has worked as a label manager and now runs the agency SonicTribe. The conversation touches on topics such as the political nature of music and the challenges faced by artists in maintaining visibility.
317: Tatjana Tanacković, Stipe Grubišić (Diary) We are going to Valjda
The podcast episode discusses the topic of digital transformation in media, focusing on the publishing house Dnevnik and its approach to adapting to changes in the digital landscape. Guests include Tatjana Tanacković, responsible editor for Dnevnik's online platforms, and Stipe Grubišić, director of digital media. The discussion covers topics such as user habits, challenges in changing established behaviors, the role of clickbait headlines, advertising revenue, and the current state of social media.
Former Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Macedonia.
An interview with Nenad Senić, a creator and editor of corporate and institutional media at the communication agency PM, discussing the role and effectiveness of corporate media, audience understanding, and the future of print versus digital media.
Before you is the month of decision.
The article discusses the first month of content planning for 'Metina Lista,' highlighting the transition from a test issue to an established publication. It mentions the importance of reader participation in upcoming episodes and encourages engagement with the podcast, particularly regarding voting decisions. The tone is informal and conversational.
315: Barbara Shurk Israel and Iran have the most in common
The article discusses the current tensions between Israel and Iran in the context of potential escalation in the Middle East, with a focus on Barbara Šurk's experiences as an AP correspondent in the region. It highlights her background as a journalist who has reported from various countries in the Middle East and North Africa over the past fifteen years.
Former Minister of Justice of the Republic of Serbia.
Ana Gligorijević, ustanoviteljica in sodirektorica podjetja Docentric, govori o svoji življenjski poti iz Srbije v Slovenijo, razvoju podjetja in pomenu človeka ter kulture v tehnološkem poslovanju. Omenja pomen humanističnih znanj v tehnoloških ekipah, žensk v IT-ju, ter vlogo družbenih omrežij. Podrobneje govori o medijski dieti, motivaciji za podjetništvo in konferenci DynamicsMinds.
The Lone Oak, Poetry, and the Olympics (February Newsletter)
The article discusses February as a month associated with poetry and love, noting that this year's February 8th falls on a Sunday, which affects work schedules. It also mentions the new edition of 'Metina Lista,' written by Aljaž, and highlights the upcoming Rok'n'roll theme. The article references an episode of the podcast LD;GD, specifically an AMA (Ask Me Anything) session, and acknowledges contributions from listeners. Additionally, it touches on Meta's potential plans for premium subscriptions on social media platforms.
313: Dr Peter Wostner (UMAR) Slovenia is in the fourth power group of the EU
The article discusses Slovenia's economic position within the European Union, focusing on its placement in the fourth quality group among EU countries. It questions whether Slovenia has lost its former status as an economic leader in Europe and explores factors such as productivity, tax structures, and public sector employment. The discussion takes place in a podcast episode featuring economist Dr. Peter Wostner from the Office for Macroeconomic Analysis and Development (UMAR).
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Conclusion: What to do next?
The article discusses the importance of a comprehensive approach to the green transition, emphasizing that no technology is perfect and that renewable energy, electric mobility, hydrogen solutions, and circular economy are necessary but come with their own challenges such as mining critical minerals, high energy demands, spatial pressures, emissions throughout the life cycle, logistical requirements, unavoidable waste, and recycling limitations. The focus is on materials and their availability, extraction, energy intensity of processing, and recyclability. The article calls for a global, well-
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We're counting on it.
An interview with Metka Majer, editor-in-chief of 24UR at POP TV, discussing the upcoming election debates on POP TV. Topics include the selection of locations and themes for the debates, criteria for choosing guests, the number of debates planned, and reasons for holding them in public spaces. The discussion also touches on accusations of bias, disinformation, deepfakes, and balancing commercial pressures with public interest in running an electoral project.
Part 10 Hydrogen: the clean energy of the future and the challenges to be faced
The article discusses hydrogen as a potential energy solution for the future, highlighting its environmental benefits but also addressing the challenges associated with its production. It explains different types of hydrogen—gray, blue, pink, and green—based on their carbon footprint and production methods. The focus is on the complexity of achieving truly 'green' hydrogen, which requires significant amounts of electricity generated from renewable sources.
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