In the seventh episode of the Actualitica Podcast, the guest is Ratko Martinović – podcaster, writer, blogger, traveler, and psychonaut.
The topics covered in this episode are very diverse, ranging from politics and science to popular culture. We began with the brutal murder of the American right-wing pro-Trump activist Charlie Kirk. We discussed the motives and consequences of this political assassination, which could greatly change the American political landscape. Donald Trump has completed about nine to ten months of his second presidential term, and Mr. Martinović provides his objective analysis of a politician who is either loved or hated.
At the same time, artificial intelligence continues to grow stronger month by month, representing a new industrial revolution that will irreversibly transform the world. It is a tool that brings both grand opportunities and serious dangers—something many are still unaware of.
The woke agenda has infiltrated all corners of the entertainment industry—from films, TV series, music, and books to video games. Mr. Martinović explains why he believes this is a harmful trend that will eventually collapse in a boomerang effect. Even without the woke agenda, Croatian music is in crisis, with more and AIsssdmore young people listening to Balkan turbo-folk instead of Croatian artists or global stars. Why is that? Why has Croatia failed to achieve notable success at Eurovision for years, apart from Baby Lasagna’s recent accomplishment? Should turbo-folk music be allowed in Croatia?
The boycott of retail chains that began earlier this year has fizzled out. Inflation continues to rage, prices are at record highs, and yet there are no new protests. The guest explains why he was among the few Croatian public figures who did not support the boycott—and how time has proven him right. Despite numerous problems—demographic, corruptive, and cultural—the same political party (HDZ) has ruled Croatia for the past nine years. Mr. Martinović reveals the secrets behind HDZ’s success within the context of the European Union. How do the media construct a desirable political and social narrative—from Gaza to Nigeria to Croatia? Why is the EU’s open-door policy harmful?
These and many other questions are answered by Croatia’s best podcaster. A must-watch episode.
Editor and host: Matija Šerić
