Ukrainecast
BBC News
The BBC’s only English language programme entirely dedicated to the war in Ukraine and its fallout, Ukrainecast is your go-to podcast which investigates the biggest issues around the conflict: Could Putin push the nuclear button? How could Donald Trump end the war in 24 hours? What is the price for peace? The podcast is hosted by Newsnight presenter Victoria Derbyshire and BBC Monitoring’s Vitaly Shevchenko. Ukrainecast covers the most important topics around the conflict and speaks to the real people who’ve lived through several years of war. It also brings you agenda-setting interviews with special guests each week such as UK foreign secretary David Cameron, former US secretary of state Mike Pompeo and pre-eminent Russia expert Fiona Hill.You can fill out our audience questionnaire here: bit.ly/ukrainecastfeedbackGET IN TOUCH: You can join our Ukrainecastonline community here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord Send us a message or voicenote via WhatsApp to +443301239480 Email Ukrainecast@bbc.co.uk
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If you enjoy Ukrainecast (and if you’re reading this then you hopefully do), then we think that you will enjoy some of our other pods too. See links below. The Global Story: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/w13xtvsd The Today Podcast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0gg4k6r Americast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p07h19zz Newscast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p05299nl
You can listen to the latest episode of Ukrainecast anytime on your smart speaker by saying “Alexa, Ask BBC Sounds for Ukrainecast."
If you enjoy Ukrainecast (and if you’re reading this then you hopefully do), then we think that you will enjoy some of our other pods too. See links below. The Global Story: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/w13xtvsd The Today Podcast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0gg4k6r Americast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p07h19zz Newscast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p05299nl
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May 24, 2024 • 31min
Arsenii and Yulia's story: Life after Azovstal
Arsenii Fedosiuk, a former lieutenant in Ukraine's Azov Brigade, shares his harrowing experience of imprisonment and torture by the Russians. His wife, Yulia, joins the campaign to free POWs. They discuss survival, resilience, the Mariopul siege, call signs inspired by literature, emotional turmoil of captive families, navigating perceptions, politics, and the strength shown by captives.
May 21, 2024 • 29min
Q&A: Is Ukraine still happy with President Zelensky?
General Sir Richard Barrons, former commander of the UK's Joint Forces Command, joins to discuss Ukraine's war situation, potential NATO membership, and the intersection of boxing and politics in Ukraine. Topics include US military aid impact, challenges of joining NATO, President Zelensky's leadership transformation, and the legacy of the Klitschko brothers.
May 17, 2024 • 27min
Mike Pompeo: How could Trump end the war in 24 hours?
Former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo discusses Trump's views on Ukraine, potential outcomes of another Trump presidency, and the importance of strong European defense contributions. They delve into the need for transparency in actions to prevent conflict escalation, challenges in acquiring international aid, and diplomatic sensitivity. Pompeo also addresses media portrayal, political maneuvering, and the US role in the war in Ukraine.
May 14, 2024 • 23min
Russia attacks Kharkiv: The new frontline?
Expert on Russian security affairs, Mark Galeotti, discusses Russia's surprise offensive in Kharkiv, speculating on Putin's strategic moves. Kharkiv resident shares her experience fleeing the city. The podcast explores escalating tensions, impacts on civilians, and the implications of a Kremlin reshuffle.
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May 10, 2024 • 30min
Eurovision: How important is it to Ukraine?
Eurovision reporter Daniel Rosney and Eurovision 2022 winner Tymofii Muzychuk discuss Ukraine's love for the competition, the emotional victory of Kalush Orchestra, and the importance of showcasing Ukrainian culture on a global platform.
May 7, 2024 • 28min
Why is Victory Day such a big deal in Russia?
Vladimir Putin has been sworn in as Russia's president for a new six-year term, just days before Russia’s annual Victory Day military parade on 9 May.But why does this annual event, marking victory over Nazi Germany in 1945, matter so much to Russia now?We speak to Alexander Goncharov a former Russian military officer, who’s now head of the World War Two veterans organisation in Moscow.And we discuss Victory Day’s symbolism with Russia editor Steve Rosenberg and Patricia Lewis from Chatham House.Today’s episode is presented by Jamie Coomarasamy and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Charlie Henry and Arsenii Sokolov. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
Email Ukrainecast@bbc.co.uk with your questions and comments. You can also send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram to +44 330 1239480You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast’s Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord
May 3, 2024 • 28min
Q&A: 800 days, what is the price for peace?
It’s 800 days since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. We answer your questions on whether Russia has used chemical weapons, could Western troops ever be deployed, what the prospects are for peace, and at what cost?To help do this Victoria and Vitaly are joined by two friends of the podcast: Samantha de Bendern, and Newsnight’s Mark Urban.And we hear from inside the town at the epicentre of the fighting in eastern Ukraine, Chasiv Yar.
Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Arsenii Sokolov, Cordelia Hemming, Ivana Davidovic, Nick Sturdee and Charlie Henry. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
Email Ukrainecast@bbc.co.uk with your questions and comments. You can also send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram to +44 330 1239480You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast’s Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord
Apr 30, 2024 • 20min
The mayor of Bakhmut: a town that no longer exists
Ukraine's longest-serving official on death, exile and Vladimir Putin...Victoria and Vitaly speak to Oleksiy Reva, the mayor of Bakhmut, who has been in his position since 1990.The town he runs was the focus of one of the bloodiest battles of the war so far, and is now mostly in ruin.He discusses losing friends and colleagues, what he’d like to say to Vladimir Putin and his hopes to one day return to Bakhmut.Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Arsenii Sokolov, Cordelia Hemming and Elliot Ryder. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
Email Ukrainecast@bbc.co.uk with your questions and comments. You can also send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram to +44 330 1239480You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast’s Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord
Apr 26, 2024 • 25min
Q&A: Is the US's $61bn aid package enough?
We answer your questions on the US aid package for Ukraine: when will it be felt on the frontline and will it have an impact on the war?To help do this Victoria and Vitaly are joined by the former head of the US Army in Europe, General Ben Hodges, who also gives his assessment on whether Ukraine can win.And, we hear from Steve Rosenberg in Moscow who shares some news about his friend Valentina, who used to work in a newspaper kiosk.Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Arsenii Sokolov, Cordelia Hemming, Elliot Ryder and Miriam Quayyum. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
Email Ukrainecast@bbc.co.uk with your questions and comments. You can also send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram to +44 330 1239480You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast’s Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord
Apr 23, 2024 • 22min
From the frontline: How can US aid change the war?
A soldier and civilian discuss the $61 billion military package to Ukraine…Victoria and Vitaly hear from “Ostap”, who is fighting in the Donetsk Oblast and from friend of the podcast, Olga in the front-line city of Kherson. They share their hopes on what the US aid package could mean for their country’s fight against Russia.But will Ukraine simply run out of weapons again? Or can this be a turning point? Ann Marie Dailey, a policy researcher at RAND think tank dissects what this all could mean for the future of the war.Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
It was made by Keiligh Baker. The producers were Arsenii Sokolov, Cordelia Hemming, Elliot Ryder and Ivana Davidovic. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
Email Ukrainecast@bbc.co.uk with your questions and comments. You can also send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram to +44 330 1239480You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast’s Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord
