This week we are joined by Andriy Boychuk, founder of Flowium. We discuss about his transition from life in Ukraine to life in the US as a young adult and his career as an entrepreneur.Por UkiLifeAbroad

In this week's episode, we explore the historical importance of the Dnipro River that divides Ukraine down the middle and how it has been used in the current Russo-Ukraine War to create a humanitarian crisis.Por UkiLifeAbroad

In recent months, both the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church and Orthodox Church of Ukraine have announced that they are changing their liturgical calendars. This week we explore the reasoning for this as well as why a different church calendar existed in Ukraine.Por UkiLifeAbroad

As the war stretches past the one year mark and Ukraine prepares for its upcoming spring counteroffensive, we look back at how global public opinion has changed towards Ukraine in the last year.Por UkiLifeAbroad

This week, Europe and lovers of music will focus on the city of Liverpool where the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest will take place. A joint venture between Ukraine and the UK, the contest will showcase the continents love of music and solidarity as both Russia and Belarus continue to be banned for their invasion of Ukraine.…

Vi avslutter sesong 2 med Bettina Vidnes Silde, som jobber i NMSU med Followme! Vi prater om hva som er viktig for å være en god leder og det å engasjere seg i kirken.Por Ukirke Stavanger

Hans Eskil Vigdel deler fra et innholdsrikt liv som disippel, på godt og vondt. Han har skrevet boken "Ingen introverte i himmelen" og forteller om presset mange kristne kan kjenne på om å være utadvendte.Por Ukirke Stavanger

Vidar Mæland Bakke er prest og forfatter. I denne episoden deler han av sin livsvisdom, men også vonde erfaringer av depresjon. Og så deler han noen tanker om livet som disippel, blant annet hvordan man kan leke med Jesus.Por Ukirke Stavanger

Biskop Anne Lise Ådnøy er gjest, og svarer på små og store spørsmål om jobben som biskop. Hør om mystiske kåper, bispestoler og bisputter i denne episoden om ledelse i kirken.Por Ukirke Stavanger

I denne andre episoden om temaet kirkedemokrati snakker vi med Nora Baartvedt. Hun sitter blant annet i bispedømmerådet i Bjørgvin og har også vært med på internasjonale råd i kirken. Hør blant annet hva hun gav som avskjedsgave til biskopen.Por Ukirke Stavanger

Det er duket for en ny sesong med Voksenpoeng, og denne sesong vil dykke ned i ulike temaer. Først ut er kirkedemokrati og Therese Egebakken. Hun har mange verv og står i mange tøffe diskusjoner. Men hva er det hun brenner aller mest for?Por Ukirke Stavanger

Første sesong av Voksenpoeng med Ukirke er over, og vi avslutter med en julespesial! Vivian Asplin er gjest og forteller om julefering som voksen og hva som er den mest kjøpte julevaren hos Europris. På nyåret kommer sesong 2, det gleder vi oss til. God Jul!Por Ukirke Stavanger

Bli bedre kjent med Anders og Marthe, som er blitt ganske voksne med barn, hus og bil. Men er de så voksne som du tror?Por Ukirke Stavanger

I denne ukens episode får vi besøk av Adrian Ådlandsvik. Lektorstudent, frivillig i Ukirke og over gjennomsnittet interessert i middelalderen. Hør hans unike beskrivelse av overgangen til voksenlivet og mye mer i denne episoden av Voksenpoeng med Ukirke!Por Ukirke Stavanger

Denne ukens gjester er årets Ucrew-team, Eliis Daisi Kažjava og Katre Kristiine Kotiesen fra Estland. De har flyttet hjemmefra for første gang for å jobbe et år i Ukirke, og har blant annet noen spennende tanker om hva som er spesielt med norske voksne.Por Ukirke Stavanger

Helene Teistedal Vikre er prest for ungdom i menighetene Sunde og Harfsfjord. Hør hva hun sier om hvor voksen hun føler seg, hvilken musikk som gjør henne skikkelig engasjert og om hun tar telefonen når det ringer fra et ukjent nummer.Por Ukirke Stavanger

After a hiatus from recording, we are back. In this week's episode we explore the impact of the diaspora on the war, summarise the events so far, and discuss the implication of Russia's mobilisation.Por UkiLifeAbroad

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I denne episoden har vi med oss Aleksandra Mjelde Andersen. Hun er frivillig i Ukirke, og forteller blant annet om det å flytte hjemmefra og bli selvstendig.Por Ukirke Stavanger

Vi får besøk av enda en studentprest, denne gangen fra Universitet i Stavanger. Sigbjørn Jårvik var helt ny i jobben da vi tok en prat med han om små og store oppdagelser i møte med voksenlivet. PS. lyden på denne episoden er litt dårligere enn standarden på alle våre andre episoder, beklager.Por Ukirke Stavanger

Vi møter Ine Linn Marthinsen, studenprest ved VID Stavanger. Hun deler noen av sine tanker om studietid og livet som ung voksen. Episoden ble spilt inn høsten 2021, da Ine Linn var ny i jobben. Vi håper å ha henne inn som gjest på nytt en gang i fremtiden for å få en oppdatering på hvordan det går i jobben som studentprest.…

Anne Margrethe og Amund snakker litt om hva som er tanken bak podcasten, og du kan bli litt bedre kjent med "Voksenpoeng med Ukirke" sine verter.Por Ukirke Stavanger

This week we explore the unique rise of Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the current wartime President of Ukraine.Por UkiLifeAbroad

As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, we investigate how Russia is committing various war crimes in Ukraine.Por UkiLifeAbroad

As Ukrainians around the world reel in shock from the unprovoked Russian invasion of Ukraine, we take some time to collect our thoughts and cover some of the unique stories from Ukraine and from the diaspora around the world.Por UkiLifeAbroad

Olympic fever has hit the world again, with the commencement of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic games in which Ukraine will be sending a team to compete. This week we spotlight some of the team, the events and some of the political tension that looms in the background.Por UkiLifeAbroad

The centuries old waters of the Black Sea hold many secrets and mysteries, many of which have been lost to time; this week we take a look at 6 interesting facts about the Black Sea that you may not have heard before.Por UkiLifeAbroad

This week we are joined by Stefan Romaniw OAM, Vice-President of the Ukrainian World Congress to discuss the deteriorating situation on the Ukrainian border and what each of as Diaspora Ukrainians can do to support Ukraine. #StandWithUkraine #StopPutinNOW #SayYEStoUkrainePor UkiLifeAbroad

This week we discuss the best Christmas tree in Ukraine and how it compares to other famous international Christmas trees. We also discuss the recent protests in Kazakhstan and it's global implicationsPor UkiLifeAbroad

This week we discuss the current state of diplomatic relations between Belarus and Ukraine. We explore how tensions between the two neighbour nations place them against each other while both being geographically sandwiched between Russia and the EU.Por UkiLifeAbroad

In 2003 the success of the Eurovision song contest lead to the creation of Junior Eurovision; a contest for children aged 9 -14. With Ukraine recently announcing Olena Ysenko as the countries 2021 participant, we take a look at her prospects for this year, as well as a look back at the Junior Eurovison contest over the years.…

This week we discuss the controversial firing of the editorial staff of the Kyiv Post newspaper. Join us as we explore what this means for the Ukrainian diaspora around the world and the future of independent journalism/English language news services in Ukraine.Por UkiLifeAbroad

President Zelenskyy has been named alongside 37 other Ukrainians in the recent 'Pandora Papers' leak, which has highlighted individuals with significant offshore holdings of wealth. This week we explore the extent of Ukrainian involvement in the uncovered activities and the impact this scandal will have on his presidency.…

A recent UN report on the occupation of Crimea has revealed the extent to which Russia has appropriated, stolen, and damaged various Ukrainian and Crimean cultural sites. This week we discuss these atrocities at the historic site of Chersonese and the extent of the damage that various Russian organisations have caused.…

The intricacies of the Ukrainian struggles during WWII can be a deep and expansive topic, however author Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger has compiled her 15 years of research into two immersive fictional retellings. This week we continue our conversation with Chrystyna about her works, her process and the real life stories behind her new releases.…

The intricacies of the Ukrainian struggles during WWII can be a deep and expansive topic, however author Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger has compiled her 15 years of research into two immersive fictional retellings. This week, in Part One of a two part series, we speak with Chrysyna about her works, her process and the real life stories behind her new relea…

International cooperation forms one essential part of Ukrainian sovereignty and security; and the country's commitment to UN peacekeeping operations has helped to develop such essential international ties. This week, we explore Ukraine's historical and current role as a member of the United Nations and their contributions to global peacekeeping.…

To continue our exploration of Ukrainian communities around the world, this week we look towards South America and the history of Ukrainian settlement in Venezuela, Uruguay, Paraguay, Chile, Brazil & Argentina.Por UkiLifeAbroad

This week we interview Pani Alla Sirenko, a renowned Ukrainian composer and founder of the Ukrainian Cultural Association in the United Kingdom . We take the opportunity to discuss her career & accomplishments along with her current & future plans. During the interview we feature several excerpts of her work, in the following order: Golden Penguin …

Since 1996, Ukraine has been in command of the Vernadsky Research Base; a home away from home for those Ukrainian's who have worked there as part of the countries State Targeted Scientific and Technical Program for Antarctic Research for 2011-2023. In this week episode we explore the history of this base and the current contribution that Ukraine is…

Whilst some of the world may speak of Ukraine as a young country, the struggle for Ukrainian independence has been a long and complicated journey for hundreds of years. This week we explore the history of Ukrainian statehood and discuss the idea of recognising two days of Ukrainian independence.Por UkiLifeAbroad

As we begin our celebrations for Ukraine's 30th anniversary of Independence, join us this week for 30 fascinating facts about Ukraine, .From Kyvian Rus to modern day Ukraine, we have got you covered.Por UkiLifeAbroad

After an Olympics roundup, this week we discuss the ever developing story of Vitaly Shishov, a Belarusian activist who was found hanged in a Kyiv park and the suspicious circumstances surrounding the apparent suicide. His death adds to a series of events in connection with the growing dictatorial tendencies of Belarussian president Lukashenko.…

With the Tokyo 2020 Olympics now in full swing, this week's episode will look at Team Ukraine's successes thus far, which athletes to look out for this week and discuss some controversies affecting Ukraine during the Opening Ceremony. (Medal Tally update as at 1 August 2021)Por UkiLifeAbroad

As Ukraine celebrates 30 years of independence, we look back at the orange revolution, the first pivotal turning point of Ukraine's democratic journey in the 21 century.Por UkiLifeAbroad

With the Olympics fast approaching, this week we deep dive into Ukraine's history at the Olympic Games, discuss Lviv's bids for the Winter Olympics and detail which sports to watch to support Ukrainian athletes at Tokyo 2020.Por UkiLifeAbroad

This week we take a virtual trip to Chernobyl, the site of the world's worst nuclear disaster and discuss the tourist appeal of the site and the exclusion zone. With President Zelennkyy's plan to vitalise the area into a tourist destination, we explore what draws visitors to the area and why its remains an iconic site to this day.…

In a recent interview, President Zelenskyy revealed the details of a failed covert operation to arrest 33 militants as their plane passed over Ukrainian airspace. The additional revelation of leaks to the Belarusian President Lukashenko caused protests in Kyiv calling the President Zelenskyy a 'traitor'. This week we discuss the details of this ope…

In the continually developing story of Russian escalation, a British warship was threatened by the Russian coastguard as it passed 12km off the coast of Crimea. This week we discuss the details of the situation and the possible reason behind this latest show of aggression.Por UkiLifeAbroad

With news from Ukraine playing an essential role in awareness of the country and its events, the need for uncensored accurate journalism has existed for decades. This week we look at the past and present workings of Ukrainian news, starting with the 1970s Ukranian Herald underground news paper and the more recent changes to English Ukrainian news s…