Modern Wisdom #442 - Jake Hanrahan - What Is Life Like On The Ground In Ukraine?
Mar 3, 2022
Jake Hanrahan, a conflict journalist and founder of Popular Front, shares powerful insights from the front lines in Ukraine. He discusses civilian protection measures against bombings and the emergence of citizen militias without military training. Jake critiques mainstream media narratives and explores the complexities of identity within the war, particularly among Russian-speaking communities. He highlights the resilience of the Ukrainian people and their unexpected resistance against the invasion, offering an authentic glimpse into the human cost of conflict.
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Fortuitous Timing
- Jake Hanrahan and Johnny Pickup were filming a documentary in Ukraine, focusing on militia training.
- They left two days before the invasion, initially believing it was unlikely.
Civilian Reality
- Civilians in Ukraine are sheltering in bomb shelters, facing food and medicine shortages.
- A six-year-old girl was killed near a supermarket; hospitals operate in basements.
Lack of Preparation
- Ukrainian government seemed unprepared for the invasion, with inadequate bomb shelters.
- Some shelters lacked basic supplies and were repurposed for other uses.