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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 21 MIN

Pilot: How A War Starts

from War/Life Balance · host Oleksandra

On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. How did it feel to wake up in a city under attack? Why are there so many videos of Ukrainians enjoying drinks and having fun in Kyiv – even despite the war going on? What does western media get wrong about 'Ukrainian resilience" and why do some people decide to stay in Ukraine (and even raise kids here) despite all the dangers? 

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