1/200 S2E30 - Ukraine and Moldova w/ Glen Johnson

DescriptionKyle speaks with foreign correspondent Glen Johnson about his time reporting in Ukraine, what he sees as the reasons and challenges of the ongoing Russian invasion and how memory politics is being used to start and maintain conflict. Now in Moldova, Glen explains how similar patterns are starting to unfold with US/NATO involvement in the country and a series of political changes that might cause unrest.Latest article from Glen on Ukraine.You can find more of Glen’s work on his websiteThis episode’s co-hostsKyle, GlenTimestamps0:00 Introductions2:02 Was the Situation in Ukraine Expected3:49 How Did the Russia Gate Op Affect the Situation5:42 Sights on the Ground8:15 Is the Country Under Constant Threat9:48 The Feeling Among Everyday Ukrainians14:18 Memory Politics23:15 How The Far-Right Uses the War in the Ukraine26:59 What Could Happen34:36 The Western Stance36:35 Why Glen is in Moldova43:20 Moldova's Current State 49:54 What Happens if Things Go Like Ukraine in Moldova51:05 Why New Zealand Needs to be Careful52:42 The US and Western Impact56:46 Is There a Way Out58:59 Closing Thoughts and OutroIntro/Outro by The Prophet MotiveSupport us here: https://www.patreon.com/1of200