12/4/2025
12/4/2025
3/19/2024
Ukrainapodden
In todays episode we talk with Oleg Grygoriuk, chairman of Ukrainian trade union MTWTU, comparable to the Norwegian Sjømannsforbundet. We talk about the risks of sailing in the Black Sea, Russian ships in Norwegian ports and the barbarian aggression from Russia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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11/29/2024
Ukrainapodden
I denne episoden får vi høre om Nettavisen-reporter Thomas Bløndal sin reise til Ukraina og Pokrovsk i oktober – byen som russerne nærmer seg, og bare er noen få kilometer unna å ta. Thomas har møtt flere ukrainere på sine reiser, og du kan se alle videoreportasjene her: https://www.nettavisen.no/vis/tema/nettavisen-i-ukrainaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1/10/2026
Ukrainapodden
In the lates Ukrainapodden, Tormod welcomes Natalia Golis from Fritt Ukraina and Irene Avetesian from Peoples Self Defence Lviv. They delve into the critical importance of civilian support for Ukraine's war effort, celebrating Fritt Ukraina's recent Sønstebyprisen award. Irene shares her remarkable journey from the Ukrainian IT sector to becoming a pivotal volunteer, highlighting the vital partnership between Norwegian aid organizations and local Ukrainian groups. The discussion covers the constantly evolving needs of the front line – from essential vehicles and drones to advanced technological solutions designed to compensate for manpower shortages. The guests also analyze recent geopolitical developments, including Russia's use of the advanced Oreshnik missile and the strategic implications of US actions against Russia's «shadow fleet». They emphasize the crucial role of civil society in countering Russian propaganda and maintaining international support, stressing that every contribution, no matter how small, directly impacts lives on the ground.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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12/8/2023
Ukrainapodden
Det har vært missilangrep mot Kyiv, Ukraina har tatt grep for å bedre luftvernssituasjonen, og vi har gjest av mannen som irettesetter norske journalister: Bjørn Johan Berger.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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8/13/2025
Ukrainapodden
In this pivotal episode of Ukrainapodden, we sit down with Captain Yehor Sobolev, a former Ukrainian MP and a drone commander in the Ukrainian army, to explore the transformative role of drone technology in Russia's war on Ukraine. Sobolev details how Ukraine has ingeniously adapted FPV drones, originally used for sport, into critical battlefield assets. He explains their effectiveness as kamikaze weapons against Russian tanks and infantry, highlighting how Ukrainian innovation, often driven by civilians with technological expertise, provides a crucial advantage against Russia's numerical superiority. The conversation also addresses the immense human cost of Russia's war on Ukraine, contrasting the resilience of the Ukrainian people with Russia's often brutal tactics. Furthermore, the vital importance of international support, particularly from Norway, is emphasized as a significant source of inspiration and practical aid. Join us for a deep dive into the future of warfare, the value of human life, and Ukraine's unwavering fight for freedom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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11/10/2023
Ukrainapodden
Mange sterke inntrykk denne uken. Stortingsrepresentant og Fritt Ukraina-leder Peter Frølich (H) returnerte for noen dager siden fra nok en tur til frontlinjen i Ukraina. Han forteller om hva han opplevde, noen av soldatene han møtte og om hans store frustrasjon knyttet til invasjonen av Ukraina akkurat nå.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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2/9/2025
Ukrainapodden
I siste episode av reisebrevene fra Ukraina snakker Tormod og Thomas om inntrykkene sine fra turen til Ukraina. Tormod og Thomas er godt i gang med å publisere materialet de hentet inn i Ukraina. Klikker du på denne lenken finner du det.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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10/7/2025
Ukrainapodden
In this compelling episode, we welcome back Francis Farrell, a seasoned journalist and reporter from the Kyiv Independent, to offer an unfiltered look at the war in Ukraine. Farrell, known for his extensive frontline reporting, dives deep into Ukraine's pressing «manpower crisis», emphasizing it's predominantly an infantry issue. He vividly describes the brutal reality for soldiers, who are forced to endure «months in small dugouts and trenches» due to the overwhelming drone threat, making resupply and rotation incredibly difficult. Farrell critically assesses the Ukrainian military's strategic decisions, including the controversial creation of new assault brigades under General Syrsky, which he argues often leads to «excess losses» without proportionate gains. He also provides an in-depth analysis of the rapidly evolving drone warfare landscape, highlighting Russia's significant advancement in «fiber optic drones» and the operational success of units like «Rubicon.» We explore the dire situation in «Kupyansk», where Russian infiltration tactics and the exploitation of «weak spots» in Ukrainian defenses have led to chaotic street fighting. Farrell concludes with a sobering winter forecast, predicting a stabilization of the front but significant attrition for Ukrainian forces as drone warfare intensifies. This episode offers crucial insights into the military complexities, ethical dilemmas, and human cost of the ongoing conflict.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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