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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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
Episodes
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Nov 28, 2023 • 27min
How Will Winter Impact The War?
Frank Gardner, BBC's Security correspondent, and Ukraine correspondent James Waterhouse discuss the impact of winter weather on troops in Ukraine. They also talk about who benefits from bad weather and Russia's largest drone attack on Kyiv. Ukrainian journalist Maria Romanenko shares her experiences and reflections on the ongoing war in Ukraine and the lack of support from the West. She also discusses her decision to organize walking tours for Ukrainian refugees in Manchester, exploring the city's history and its link to slavery abolition.
Nov 24, 2023 • 28min
Why did Putin pardon a cannibal?
The podcast discusses the case of Sasha, an artist and activist who received a seven-year sentence in Russia for protesting the invasion of Ukraine. It also examines concerns over population decline in Russia and the tactics employed to reduce abortions. The episode explores Ukraine's challenges in adapting to the conflict and the support Sasha receives from friends, journalists, and politicians.
Nov 21, 2023 • 28min
Mariupol: Siege and occupation
Journalist Mstyslav Chernov and BBC journalist Zhanna Bezpiatchuk discuss life in Russian-occupied Mariupol. They share first-hand experiences of the siege, emotional connections with the community, challenges faced by journalists in gathering information, arbitrary detentions, and illegal accusations of being spies. They also mention the documentary '20 Days in Mariupol'.
Nov 17, 2023 • 26min
The Ukrainians dodging the draft
BBC journalist Kateryna Khinkulova discusses the reasons why thousands of men in Ukraine are fleeing to avoid conscription. The episode also covers the significance of the UK Foreign Secretary's visit to Kyiv, the ongoing military situation in Ukraine, and the challenges faced by draft dodgers. It also explores the limitations and consequences of protests and opposition in Russia.
Nov 14, 2023 • 23min
Who Sabotaged the Nord Stream Pipeline?
Investigation claims a Ukrainian military officer coordinated an attack on Russia's Nord Stream pipelines. We hear from James Waterhouse in Kyiv and Mark Urban, and get the latest update on the 'stalemate' war. Olga from Kherson tells us about life under Russian occupation and one year after liberation.
Nov 10, 2023 • 26min
The teenager who fled Kharkiv
In February, Ukrainecast collaborated with BBC Newsnight on a live show to mark the first anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. One of the guests was Elya, who was just 17 when Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. After two weeks hiding with her family in their building’s basement, a missile strike on another floor prompted her to flee. She reunites with Victoria and Vitaly to discuss what has happened to her since.And the BBC’s Sofia Bettiza discusses Ukraine’s chances of joining the EU.Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Keiligh Baker, Arsenii Sokolov and Ivana Davidovic. 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
Nov 7, 2023 • 27min
Has the counter-offensive failed?
After Ukraine’s commander-in-chief described the war as being at a stalemate, and President Zelensky’s subsequent denial that his country’s efforts are faltering, how is the counter-offensive progressing?We’re joined by military analyst Justin Crump, Catherine Sendak from the Center for European Policy Analysis in Washington DC and hear from a soldier on the frontline.Today’s episode is presented by James Waterhouse and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Keiligh Baker, Arsenii Sokolov and Ivana Davidovic. The technical producer was Matt Hewitt. 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
Nov 3, 2023 • 26min
Ukraine’s Landmines: Your Questions Answered
Jasmin Dann from the Halo Trust and Paul Heslop at the UN Development Programme discuss the challenges of clearing landmines in Ukraine. They talk about the scale of the problem, methods of locating landmines, and the use of animal detection systems. Arkady Ostrovsky shares insights from his interview with Ukraine's armed forces commander.
Oct 31, 2023 • 23min
Antisemitic Attacks in Russia: A problem for Putin?
An antisemitic mob stormed Makhachkala airport in Dagestan over the weekend, looking for Jewish passengers arriving from Israel.What could this violence mean for the Kremlin?To answer this - and more - Victoria and Vitaly chat with author and journalist Oliver Bullough and Nina Khrushcheva, a professor of International Affairs at The New School in New York.Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Keiligh Baker, Arsenii Sokolov and Ivana Davidovic. The technical producer was Gareth Jones. 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
Oct 27, 2023 • 29min
The New Wagner Mercenary Group?
Is private military group Redut taking the place of Wagner?Since the death of Russian mercenary leader and oligarch Yevgeny Prigozhin, a number of groups have been vying to take the place of the Wagner mercenary group he built up. So who are they, what is the difference between them, and who are they recruiting? The BBC’s Lisa Fokht has been investigating...And we hear from Ukrainian composer Iryna Gould delivering musical instruments to children in frontline towns. She tells us about the importance of music for young people in war zones. Today’s episode is presented by Victoria Derbyshire and Vitaly Shevchenko.
The producers were Keiligh Baker, Arsenii Sokolov, Ivana Davidovic and Clare Williamson. 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 1239480.You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast’s Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord.
