The Cleveland Ukraine Podcast

Inna Taylor, owner of Great Awakening Coffee House and non-profit Changing the World, shares her immigration story with us, describes the process of starting her own coffee shop with her husband, highlights how her non-profit stepped up to help Ukrainians, and advocates to Americans to continue to support Ukraine now more than ever.

In a show of unity and support for Ukraine, over 700 Americans attended the "Rally for Freedom" at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Parma, OH. With key speakers including Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, State Representative Sean Brennan and Cleveland Maidan Association president Taras Mahlay, it was an unforgettable and inspirational event.

I reflect on three years of war in Ukraine, the Ukrainian-American relationship, and discuss the most important thing we have: each other.

Ukrainian director Liubomyr Levytskyi highlights the filming of his new hit film "We Were Recruits." Known as Ukraine's Michael Bay, Levytskyi describes his experiences partnering with Ukraine's 3rd Separate Assault Brigade, understanding the new Ukrainian-American relationship, creating new action heroes, and displaying the bravery shown by Ukrainians every day.

Bruce Roberts, Founder and CEO of August Mission, shares his story of service in the U.S. Army, August Mission's goals and excellence in logistics in Ukraine, what the first few days of the invasion looked like, and why Ukraine and the Ukrainian people inspired him to continued action.

Maryna Medova, co-founder of Honey Academy, highlights starting the academy to provide quality education to Ukrainian children with flexible online learning options, how the war interrupted children's education, the stories of teachers stepping up in amazing ways for their students, and why a post-war Ukraine must be known for more than war.

We delve into Ukraine's legendary elite 3rd Separate Assault Brigade with Viktoriia Kovach, head of medical service from the moment the brigade was created.She was a part of the Ukrainian delegation on military medicine at NATO headquarters, Brussels, Belgium, and has been involved with the training of managers in the field of military medicine in Germany.Viktoriia’s also tau

Volunteer military chaplain Marina Serdichenko shares her story of practicing ministry on the frontlines with her husband and fellow military chaplain Denis, preparing for a potential Russian naval invasion of Odesa, and the leading their flock at Odessa People's Church.

City of Goodness non-profit founder Marta Levchenko discusses their mission to provide a safe haven with comprehensive and compassionate support for women and children navigating challenging hardships. City of Goodness takes in children who have been forced to evacuate because of the war, families affected by violence and domestic abuse, and children in need of palliative care or

Ohio State Representative (D-Parma) Sean Brennan highlights his work on bipartisan House Bill 360 to officially recognize Ukrainian Independence Day in Ohio on August 24 each year. Additionally, Rep. Brennan discusses the importance of supporting the local Ukrainian refugee community, bridging the divide in American politics and holding elected officials to a higher standard.