In this episode of Particular, I sit down with my best friend and special guest, Alena Zavarzina. Alena is a professional snowboarder, an Olympic bronze medalist, a world champion, and a professional graphic designer. We discuss the challenges and opportunities of beginning a new career, relocating to a different country, and creating art without a national identity in the context of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The conversation is personal and thought-provoking as we share our own stories and reflections on the topic. We also talk about the repercussions of the doping scandal for all Russian athletes and how the Russian government is making life difficult for professional athletes. Listen to the episode and let us know what you think!

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Nesoglasnost - a graduate project by Alena

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