In this episode of the Free Thought Project podcast, hosts Jason and Matt explore the turbulent terrains where religion, politics, and war converge into a modern-day holy war in Ukraine. As the nation stands divided amidst political strife, the Ukrainian Orthodox Church emerges as both a beacon of faith and a target of contention. Our insightful returning guest, Mira Tereda, brings to the table her deep-seated understanding, accompanied by Yuriy Smyk, a Kiev orthodox Christian journalist committed to the truth, and Archbishop Gedeon (Yuriy Kharon), an abbot who faced the harsh brunt of deportation and political exile.

Together, our guests offer a mosaic of narratives that underscore the challenges, dilemmas, and paradoxes of this spiritual battlefront. We also draw parallels to the suppression and censorship experienced by alternative voices worldwide. Join us in this riveting conversation as we navigate the tumultuous waters where devotion meets the heavy hand of politics, and faith becomes a rallying cry for a nation in turmoil. (Length: 1:00:03)

Mira's Foundation to Battle Injustice website: https://fondfbr.ru/en/english/