This episode is dedicated to Professor Frosini for Constitutional Development course on the history of Albania -- antiquity to the newly Independent nation of Albania -- current political system in place -- the judicial system and how the country dealt with COVID 19 pandemic. What holds a society together? What elements can create an identity?
Ramiz Kukaj has taken over the Bronx!!!!! By designing and building a restaurant reminiscent of Albania and Kosovo with memorabilia dating back centuries — it felt like we were teleported back home. Ramiz and his passion to preserve and to showcase our culture and our food in such a delicate and intricate way provides much healing to many immigrants who have left their homeland and are currently building here. Check out @ckakaqellu and it’s 3 locations! Food is delicious. You don’t want to miss this episode. Full video episode available on IGTV: Instagram: vepra_podcast Enjoy!
Extra-virgin olive oil, mountain herbs, cheeses, and every ingredient that is served at DUA KAFE is produced, made and shipped from Albania. Bobian and his wife opened DUA KAFE in NYC in hopes to serve delicious healthy food and also to keep the Albanian tradition and authenticity of the cuisine alive! In a country where so many restaurants are owned by Albanians who don't serve Albanian dishes or carry Albanian products, we were amazed and excited to get to know Bobian! Bobian speaks about his childhood, his immigration journey, creating a business in New York City and the importance of Albanian owned and Albanian invested. He urges Albanian immigrants to purchase our products instead. Full video episode available on IGTV , Instagram: vepra_podcast Enjoy!!!! VEPRA team, XO
Gjoni Sinishta migrated to this country with his family when he was a young man. His dreams of a better future was his main driving force. He has worked over a dozen different jobs to get to the one he truly has a passion for. Gjoni mentions that all of the other jobs he took on played a major role in the business of Real Estate and the selling of Luxury homes. He is joined by his wife Linda Sinishta. Do you have dreams of getting into the real estate business? This one is for you! Full video of episode is available on IGTV instagram: vepra_podcast Enjoy! VEPRA team, XO Thank you @gjoni_sinishta !
Jasmina Cunmulaj is an exemplary young woman, who is aware and deeply grateful for the sacrifices made from her older generation. Proud of her roots, she attribute all of her current success and being accepted into University of Michigan Ann Arbor school of Health to her mother who has worked tirelessly to provide a better future for her family and others who have paved the way, including the likes of Mother Teresa. In this episode we dive into the world of family, education, and history. What does it take to get into University of Michigan Ann Arbor as a young Albanian woman? Tune in and listen to this beautiful story. Thank you Jasmina! instagram: @jascunmulaj
Shpresë was born in an immigration camp— her journey has led her to pursue the things she loves and finds the most joy and fulfillment in. She studied art and business and is currently working in fashion. If you’re thinking of doing the same — this one is for you!!! Shpresa is well educated , fulfilled, accomplished and has an understanding/vision for the future. She is truly connected and in touch with herself and her craft. Beauty and brains combined is a rarity to see and even have access to in the way that we have access to her in this interview. Please ENJOY!!!! Instagram: xoshpresa
From Detroit, MIchigan we traveled to New York City to have an interview with Arselajda Buraku in front of the Empire State building. Arselajda is a model/actress who has been featured in Elle, W Magazine, Purple Fashion, Allure, to name a few and has worked for companies such as Helmut Lang, Marc Jacobs, Sephora, YSL and many many more. Arselajda's journey to the United States was not an easy one, especially making the journey later in life, she had to start from scratch. Her first job was working in a restaurant where she had to wake up at 4am everyday to catch the bus and the train to make it to work on time. She states that she is grateful for this job and that she learned so much about the American culture and work ethic which lead her into landing modeling deals and later venturing into the world of movies. Her story is incredible! Watch and Listen! Enjoy!!! Brought to you by: Cekani Realty Group Cka ka Qellu Designer_Hunting
Gina, with a strong mentality of “if you think it’s going to work, then make it work", took all of her experiences, love for design, creativity and channeled it to building her own brunch place “The Place 2 Be”. By working on creating standard operating procedures, she has a vision to expand throughout the US. A lifelong learner and self proclaimed “researcher” - Gina shares her story and is joined along side her lifelong friend Ornela. Thanks for listening to Gina's episode -- available now on RTSH TANI app airing in Albania/Kosov. --- This episode is sponsored by Cekani Realty Group Designer_Hunting
Introducing Irena, founder of RENAROOTS, a transparent and holistic beauty company made with raw ingredients (immortelle flower) 100% from Albania. After working with the United Nations World Food Programme in the Philippines, Egypt, Ukraine, Liberia, Afghanistan, Armenia and the Colombian-Venezuelan border where Irena saw the beauty and the ugly, the surreal contrast of desperation and hope. In her ten years living out of a suitcase, hopping from one emergency to another, ‘chasing’ conflicts and typhoons, Irena has seen how hunger and poverty are a vicious cycle, exacerbated primarily by war and natural disasters. After working with the United Nations, Irena decided to create RENAROOTS with Sephora beauty accelerator. This interview is very special and dear to my heart! Sit back, relax, and listen to the behind the scenes audio we recorded for visual/video to air on RTSH3. Follow Irena Loloci on Instagram: @irenaloloci Follow RENAROOTS on Instagram: @renaroots
Jona Babi holds a degree from Stanford in Engineering and an MBA degree from Harvard University. Her dream was to move to America and start a life here. With this dream and aspiration in mind she pushed forward until she found some resolution and success. Jona's journey is one filled with adventure, mystery, hard work, dedication and a lot of love. From Elbasan, Albania to San Francisco!!!! For more information follow Jona Babi on instagram: @jonababi