The story of a volunteer who decided to go to the front

The story of a volunteer who decided to go to the front

Author: Mark McNamee August 22, 2024 Duration: 33:18
What would inspire a young Ukrainian man to leave his civilian life, voluntarily sign up for the military, and start training in order to be sent to the front? What do his friends and family think about his choice? How would you feel just days away from joining the Ukrainian military amid this extremely bloody war with Russia? To understand what it's like, hear the story of Andriy Nedilko, a 28-year old normal guy living in Kyiv who felt compelled to leave his civilian life, leave his girlfriend and family and friends, sign up for the military, and serve his country. I had the pleasure of speaking with him just days before his deployment to understand what he's thinking and feeling. Born and raised in Chernihiv, Ukraine, near the border with Russia. Andriy moved to Kyiv and upon the start of the full-scale invasion in February 2022, started an NGO which provide supplies to the frontline. Most recently, Andriy has decided to leave his job and join the military. He will be deployed in late August. To learn more, visit: https://ubn.network/ Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/Mark-McNamee/

We are living through events that will define our century, and History in the Making: The War in Ukraine is an attempt to make sense of them as they unfold. Host Mark McNamee brings his deep knowledge of Eastern Europe to the fore, not just to recount headlines, but to untangle the complex historical, cultural, and political threads that led to this moment. This isn't a dry recitation of facts; it's a grounded exploration of how a conflict reshapes a nation's identity and the global order. Each episode moves between the sweeping strategic picture and the intimate, human stories of those living through the war, highlighting a profound resilience. You'll hear analysis that connects past empires to present-day battles, and conversations that reveal the personal cost and extraordinary fortitude within Ukraine. The goal of this podcast is to provide context and clarity, offering a nuanced perspective that goes beyond the news cycle. By focusing on the people, the history, and the on-the-ground reality, Mark creates a vital record of a world changing in real time. Tune in for a thoughtful, comprehensive guide to understanding not just what is happening, but why it matters for all of us.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 79

History in the Making: The War in Ukraine
Podcast Episodes
The latest from the front - a conversation with a military expert [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:56
What is the outlook for Russia's current offensive? Can the front be stabilized in the coming months? And if US support is stopped, what happens with Starlink and air defense? Will European support be adequate? Ukraine's…
He signed up to be a Storm Trooper at the front [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:47
Angel, soldier of the Ukraine Foreign Legion. Rest of his profile is unavailable in order to protect his and his family's identity. Storm troopers fulfill what are assuredly the most dangerous and difficult tasks of anyb…
A conversation with Dr. Radchenko on the ongoing talks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:55
Please note that this episode was recorded on Saturday March 22, before ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia As we enter talks between the US, Russia, and Ukraine (potentially among others), its worth stepping back and unders…