Episode Details

In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, Travis interviews Vladislav Shapiro, a Ukrainian veteran, mathematician, and U.S. immigrant. Vlad shares his experiences growing up in Kyiv, serving as a movie projectionist in the Soviet military, and immigrating to America. He discusses the ongoing war in Ukraine, Russia’s imperial ambitions, and the importance of U.S. support. Vlad also highlights his nonprofit, the Ukrainian Cultural Initiative (https://ukrainian-cultural-initiative.com/), which promotes Ukrainian art and culture in the U.S., and urges listeners to support Ukraine through advocacy, awareness, and humanitarian aid. Thank you, Vlad, for sharing with us!