Season 1, Episode 12 46 min

Liona Radchenko: How Art Holds Us Together During the War​

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The guest of the episode is Liona Radchenko, a cultural studies expert and curator of art projects. She shares the story of her journey from over 20 years of work in television to organizing exhibitions and cultural initiatives in Zaporizhzhia and Dnipro. We talk about the impact of the full-scale war on culture and personal motivation, the importance of art even in times of crisis, and how to maintain optimism and empathy when working with people. We also discuss the cultural revival in frontline cities, the challenges and joys of curatorial work, plans for future exhibitions, and the search for balance between creativity, organization, and personal life.

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