In this engaging discussion, Volodymyr Zelensky, the resilient President of Ukraine, shares his experiences leading a nation through war, revealing the weight of his leadership and the power of his speeches. Accompanied by Arkady Ostrovsky, Russia editor for The Economist, they reflect on the transformation of Kyiv from a fearful capital to a symbol of hope. Zelensky's ability to blend humor with serious themes, along with the profound impacts of words in wartime, exemplify the strength and unity of the Ukrainian spirit amidst adversity.