In this episode we’re in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, and the nearby suburb, Irpin.
Join us as we delve into the untold stories of human resilience, the symbolism of abandoned cars.
We also dive into the time before the war, when we visit the residence of the former pro-Russian president, Victor Yanukovych. His massive wealth and lavish lifestyle, starkly contrasts the ongoing struggles of the Ukrainian people, and his opulent estate stands as a testament to the depth of corruption under his regime and its detrimental impact on the nation. Yanukovych’s deposed leadership has ignited frustration and outrage among Ukrainians, illuminating the urgent need for transparency and accountability in governance.
When the people of Ukraine finally found out about this lavishness and scale of the estate, it was viewed as a symbol of corruption and excess. And that sparked the Euromaidan Revolution.
It's time to uncover the true impact of corruption and understand the true path to reconstruction.
Blogpost: https://theradiovagabond.com/289-ukraine
Timestamped summary of this episode:
00:00 - Introduction
00:37 - War Remnants in Kiev
02:19 - Facts About Kiev
05:02 - Personal Perspective on the War
09:06 - Visit to Yanukovych's Former Residence
18:07 - Background on Ukraine's pro-Western stance
19:46 - Evolution of the protests
22:23 - Violent crackdown and Yanukovych's downfall
24:48 - Zelensky's leadership and challenges
35:44 - Armed Forces Push Russians Out
36:36 - Rebuilding Residential Buildings
37:09 - Abandoned and Destroyed Cars
PHILLIPPINES: Slumming in Manila (Flashback)
299 RWANDA: Genocide and Hiking the Thousand Hills
298 LONDON: Top 7 Must-See Attractions in the British Capital
DUBAI: Meeting The Culture in an over-the-top City (Flashback)
297 RWANDA (fixed): Rising from the Ashes – a Remarkable Rebirth
297 RWANDA: Rising from the Ashes – a Remarkable Rebirth
296 NEW YORK: Top 7 Stops for Your Ultimate Big Apple Adventure
TAIWAN: “You Want a A Beer, Bro?” (Flashback)
295 RIO DE JANEIRO: Hang Gliding over Rio
294 RIO DE JANEIRO: Top 7 Must-Visit Attractions for the Ultimate Experience
SLOVAKIA: Life in a hostel i “Partyslava” (Flashback)
293 RIO DE JANEIRO: A City Alive with Passion and Resilience
292 BALI: Top 7 Attractions You Need to Visit in Bali
BOSTON: The Radio Vagabond Hunting Good Vibes (Flashback)
291 BALI: Hidden Rituals in a Once-in-a-Decade Hindu Ceremony
BALI: Fivelements Resort (Flashback)
NOMAD CRUISE: Meet 249 Nomads. Where’s Wally? (Flashback)
SERBIA: Celebrating in Belgrade (Flashback)
MOROCCO: Visa Hunting in Rabat (Flashback)
TEXAS: Literally My First Rodeo (Flashback)
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