
The War in Ukraine has already claimed tens of thousands of lives and left entire cities in ruins. It’s a human tragedy on an unimaginable scale. But beyond the death toll and destruction, the conflict represents something even larger: a flashpoint in the ongoing battle between democracy and authoritarianism, sovereignty and imperialism. Escalation is a gripping narrative podcast that delves deep ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 72 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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In the season finale of Escalation, Anastasiia Lapatina and Yulia Tymoshenko recount Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February, 2022. The western world is shocked, and US President Joe Biden and the US Congress attempt to send weapons to Uk... more
In this bonus episode of Escalation, hear our conversation with Professor John Mearsheimer. Mearsheimer is a historian and foreign policy expert at The University of Chicago, and he has some controversial opinions on the relationship between The Unit... more
In this bonus episode of 'Escalation,' we give you a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the show, featuring a conversation with our reporting and production team of Anastasiia Lapatina, Tyler McBrien, Benjamin Wittes and Max Johnston
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In this bonus episode of Escalation, you'll hear more music from the Ukrainian Cultural Forces. The Cultural Forces are a group of Ukrainian artists and veterans who travel the world as emissaries from the Ukrainian army. In September 2024, they were... more
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The frequency, style, and repetition of the ads was unbearable. Cutting from top tier journalism to a mock “interview” with an advertiser’s customer talking about how great they are. It’s jarring and undercuts the editorial credibility. Unless I can pay for adfree versions I’m not going to start any more Lawfair podcasts.
Really enjoying this. It is informative and the format is engaging. The finale preview where you talk about making it was a great feature; more shows should do it. Please give us a Manafort bonus episode! Looking forward to the finale.
Having lived during this history in the US I thought I knew the story, but it is amazing to learn the other side.
I love the news clips and the host’s Frontline-esq voice. I’m looking forward to catching up on the other episodes/seasons.
Insane level of ads. Really detracts from what they're doing.
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This gripping narrative podcast explores the intricate historical and political dynamics surrounding the War in Ukraine, focusing on its broader implications in the context of democracy versus authoritarianism. It provides listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the U.S.-Ukraine relationship through extensive storytelling, covering decades of diplomatic efforts, political scandals, and pivotal events that have shaped the current conflict. Each episode presents a blend of personal narratives and expert analysis, making complex geopolitical issues accessible to a broad audience. With its mix of historical context and current developments, this series is timely and essential for anyone seeking to grasp the unfolding crisis and its sign... more
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Recent guests on Escalation include:
1. Yulia Tymoshenko
2. John Mearsheimer
3. Evelyn Farkas
4. Lutfiya Zudieva
5. Mary Sarotte
6. Olga Takaryuk
7. Miroslava Gangadze
8. Georgi Gangadze
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