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Serbia's student movement just scored a major victory — and we’re talking about what it takes to make political change happen.In this episode of We Are Still Talking, we discuss Serbia’s election results, the celebrations in Belgrade, and why this moment feels so personal after watching Russia move toward dictatorship. We also look at the wider wave of Gen Z protests and political movements across Europe, from France and Albania to Hungary.Why do governments underinvest in education? Can protests really change a country? Why do people focus on looting and radical groups instead of the reasons people are protesting? And what happens when a movement wins — but the real work is only beginning?We also talk about corruption, inequality, political solidarity, and why democratic change is never simply handed to people. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:50 - Lighthearted news from Anna08:44 - Protests all over Europe12:17 - Let's talk about France22:44 - Reaction of fellow Russians and "lootings" argument32:46 - Albania is also protesting FOR A LONG TIME38:40 - Sasha is still in shock after Serbian elections1:06:44 - Sasha got mildly viral for supporting students1:14:59 - Brazil, Israel and some other stuff1:17:10 - Recommendations

We're back after a summer break! In Episode 9, we discuss the controversy surrounding Sydney Sweeney's provocative ad, the sexualization of women in advertising, and the double standards surrounding sex and personal freedom. We also talk about prediction markets, the growing business of betting on real-world events, and the unsettling normalization of gambling. Then we turn to AI-generated content, the AI bubble, and why audiences may be getting tired of content that feels artificial. Finally, we answer your questions about dating mutual friends after a breakup, sliding into DMs, confidence, humor, and attraction. Two exes, a lot of opinions, and another set of awkward conversations. Timestamps: 00:00 - We are back! 00:57 - Anna's summer 04:19 - Sasha's summer and socializing theories 10:20 - Elections in Serbia 13:19 - Anna's reaction to Sidney Sweeney commercial 15:04 - Sasha is defending Sidney Sweeney 20:05 - Thoughts on sexualization and "too much" 32:33 - Prediction markets, sports betting and casinos 37:51 - AI - content, integrations and advertisements 44:20 - Why Anna dated this "goblin"? 50:40 - How to slide into Anna's DMs? 52:28 - His ex is dating his friend 01:01:13 - No dating for 2 years 01:08:44 - Recommendations

Ask us anything - https://forms.gle/wasDS2agLMkcre4N7 Billie Eilish recently said: “You can’t love animals and eat them.” It's a provocative statement — and one that raises uncomfortable questions. In this episode, we discuss factory farming, meat consumption, animal welfare, personal responsibility, and the difference between changing minds and making people defensive. We also talk about systemic problems, corporate incentives, and whether individual choices can really make a difference. A conversation about animals, ethics, guilt, responsibility, and how change actually happens. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - We have a lot of technical difficulties today 02:44 - Anna was in Bucharest 04:52 - Sasha was in Istanbul 14:13 - Billie Eilish thinks that you don't love animals if you eat meat 22:08 - We respect the effort but not how it's done 23:59 - Factory farming 29:55 - What can we do? 47:36 - Why ManCity shirt today? 48:54 - We are launching a form for your questions 51:16 - Recommendations

In this episode I celebrate my 30th birthday with my ex-girlfriend — which honestly feels like the most accurate metaphor for adulthood.We talk about:• why turning 30 feels strange instead of “grown up”• still not having a clear life plan• success vs stability• relationships, loneliness and changing friendships• immigration and searching for a place that feels like home• expectations we had in our 20s vs reality nowA very personal conversation about getting older, feeling lost, and trying to understand what actually matters in life. 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms and YouTube - https://li.sten.to/wast00:00 - Intro00:45 - We triggered trans haters07:10 - We are wrong and old11:09 - Living between the jobs and home-locked14:08 - Anna's academia journey22:55 - Sasha's journey to unknown28:29 - Your childhood dreams are not dumb37:37 - Creative people need adventures42:47 - Sasha is going to live in South America?45:45 - Do we have a "perfect place" in this world?58:48 - Living unironically in Eastern Europe1:05:23 - "I envy people who has plans and goals in life"1:13:26 - Fully prepared recommendations

Harry Potter, J.K. Rowling, Viktor Orbán, Serbia protests, China in Eastern Europe and the politics of modern identity. In this episode we talk about the new Harry Potter TV series, the debate around J.K. Rowling and whether consuming art means supporting the creator’s politics. We also discuss: • Viktor Orbán and the future of Hungary • why some protest movements are impossible to politically label • upcoming elections in Serbia • frustration with political apathy 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms and YouTube - https://li.sten.to/wast00:00 - Intro 00:52 - "Lately I was in a conference in Oxford." 06:37 - I've finally read Harry Potter in English 13:29 - New HBO's Harry Potter Series 23:59 - JK Rowling is a nazi 43:45 - Bulgaria's new friend of Putin 48:29 - Hungary's old friend of Putin 1:01:13 - Serbia's HOPEFULLY OLD friend of Putin 1:20:46 - Most Russians try not to get involved 1:26:42 - Unprepared recommendations

In this podcast we explore the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence and ethics in ai. The conversation navigates through ai ethical issues, touching upon the critical aspects of ai compliance and ai governance. Join us as we consider the broader implications from a digital philosophy perspective. From OpenAI losing users and the rise of Claude, to new Artificial Intelligence and the explosion of hundreds of new models. Is AI moving too fast? Who actually controls it now? And are we already giving up privacy without realizing it? 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms and YouTube - https://li.sten.to/wast Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:44 - Switching languages and learning Serbian 08:39 - We are still talking about AI 11:57 - Consumers don't need AI 16:34 - You can't reach a certain level without being unethical 17:53 - It's hard to boycott every unethical company 22:34 - Why people don't care about the AI bubble 28:47 - It's very draining to double-check everything 32:19 - We don't have reliable verification tools 39:05 - "Decentralization" of AI and new models 45:13 - 267 new models just in the first quarter of 2026 51:39 - People are ok with trading privacy for comfort 01:00:33 - The biggest data leaks of my life were made by the government 01:07:43 - Recommendations

US, Iran, Israel, war, geopolitics and double standards. In this episode we talk about the growing global conflict between the United States, Iran and Israel, the narratives around war, and why people increasingly justify violence depending on which side they support. Why are people cheering for retaliation online?Why does every conflict suddenly have a “good war”? And is it still possible to talk about geopolitics while putting human life above ideology? 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms and YouTube - https://li.sten.to/wast Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:44 - How's life? 04:28 - We are the US podcast now 07:13 - Special Military Operation. Again. 12:50 - Why do we have to pick sides about everything? 19:06 - You leave people no choice 22:01 - Ukrainians defending Israel blows my mind 26:13 - "The only democracy in the Middle East" 30:31 - Is there any difference between Russia and US? 35:52 - Every world leader is a crazy old man no 39:15 - "I feel very safe in Dubai" 42:39 - Regime in Iran looks stable 44:25 - Why am I watching US political commentators? 52:04 - What's the solution to not lose yourself? 59:20 - Recommendations 01:06:40 - Trying to summarize the feeling

February 24 marks four years since the beginning of the full-scale war in Ukraine. In this episode, we reflect on how these four years changed us — personally, professionally, and internally. We talk about leaving Russia, rebuilding life in new countries, memory, guilt, identity, and what “moving on” really means. A conversation about war — but also about time, growth, and loss. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:47 - Anna has never used dating apps 04:07 - Life Updates 08:31 - It's February 24th, where were we 4 years ago? 19:37 - Having friends and family in Ukraine 24:38 - Going back to Russia is safe? 30:07 - Sasha surely can't go back 40:19 - Dark thoughts and some beautiful things 47:02 - Those who stayed 53:13 - Immigration is very difficult 56:26 - Sasha feels like it's okay to feel like a victim if you are Russian 1:00:50 - Our friends and relatives in Ukraine 1:03:07 - Do we see any positive future? 1:06:34 - Any peace is better than the war? 1:16:16 - Sasha has a positive thought 1:19:54 - Recommendations segment

In this episode, we unintentionally talk mostly about AI. Our podcast got temporarily banned because of music we had permission to use. That turns into a bigger conversation about broken copyright systems, AI-generated content, and why creators are always forced to prove they’re “allowed” to exist. We also talk about algorithms, target audiences, teaching in the age of AI, and why most people using AI are doing it badly.Just two people from very different professional worlds trying to understand what’s actually happening.

In the first episode, we explain why this podcast exists - and why starting it together, as exes, might be both a mistake and a form of therapy. We talk about our past relationship, unresolved tension, personal boundaries, and what happens when two people with shared history decide to be radically honest on record. This episode sets the tone for the podcast: open conversations, uncomfortable topics, and no clear answers.

The Story of Sasha and Doctor Anna has come a long way. And even if we've already ended some chapters, there are definitely more to come.