For over a thousand years, Ukraine has been a melting pot of many different cultures because of its geographical nexus between East and West.

The current Russian war of aggression in Ukraine is the fourth genocidal event forced upon the people of this great country in the last century

Existential threats like the current invasion define the Ukrainian people and unites then in a common cause. Unfortunately, it’s also made them experts at fleeing the country to survive.

All over Kyiv revellers crowd the sidewalks outside of restaurants and speakeasys with eyes glued to their smartphones as they play rideshare bingo.

For years Ukrainians have been distancing themselves from Russia, and the date to celebrate Christmas is just another way to cut the cord.

What’s life really like in a war zone? Have a listen and find out.