Economist Podcasts Under fire: Life in Kharkiv
Mar 25, 2022
Stephen Mazey, The Economist's courts correspondent, delves into Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court nomination, exploring both respectful inquiries and tense moments from senators. John Bleasdale, a film writer, reflects on the challenges and memorable highlights of hosting the Oscars. Additionally, a poignant narrative emerges from Kharkiv, sharing a young man's struggles and resilience amidst the war, offering a stark contrast between daily life and the chaos of conflict.
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Life in Kharkiv Under Fire
- Dimitro, a 27-year-old from Kharkiv, shares his experience of the war in Ukraine.
- He describes helping the elderly, witnessing bombings, and the difficult decision to leave his home.
Close Call and Difficult Decisions
- Dimitro recounts a near-death experience when a shell explodes near his apartment.
- Despite the increasing danger, he initially decides to stay in Kharkiv to support his mother and vulnerable residents.
Leaving Kharkiv
- After his sister's pleas and the escalating danger, Dimitro's mother finally agrees to leave Kharkiv.
- Dimitro expresses relief and describes the feeling of leaving his home city.