Special: Maria Rak with her story about war, community and music

In this special episode, I sit down with Maria Rak, a Ukrainian singer whose powerful story first caught my attention through the Belgian TV show Lift You Up. What began as a musical career in Ukraine was suddenly interrupted by war — and Maria made the brave choice to flee her homeland for the safety of her son.In our conversation, we explore her experience on the show, her life before the invasion, the decision to leave, and the challenges of starting over in Belgium. But we also talk about hope, healing, and how music continues to shape her identity.Maria’s story is a reminder that behind every headline is a human live — with dreams, fears, love, and strength.🙏 Maria, thank you for your voice, your story, and your contribution. Your testimony is not only deeply moving, but also profoundly important in today’s world.🎧 Listen now on www.vriendvandeshow.nl/detafelvanguy, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.💛 If her story touches you, please share it. Let it be heard. Let it remind us how precious peace is. Most important links:https://mariarak.com/nl/https://www.instagram.com/mariarak_official/https://vriendvandeshow.nl/detafelvanguyhttps://www.instagram.com/guylauryssen/Tasty products on the table:https://vanmeerfoods.com/nl/https://www.hoogstraten.eu/https://adventureshop.be/Enjoy the show!