012 - Ukraine, past and present

Returning to the subject of the war in Ukraine. Thomas gives an overview of modern Ukrainian history and contextualizes the conflict in its context. We tackle several overarching narrative grifts that are pervasive in contemporary coverage of the crisis.

As always, thank you for listening. Send your questions, comments, and feedback to deGRIFTify@gmail.com

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An increasingly complex world is one that is increasingly filled with scams, tricks, and grifts. deGRIFTify is a discussion podcast intended to cut through some of that haze. Hosts Thomas and Joel summarize contemporary issues by identifying hidden interests, highlighting contradicting narratives, and drawing comparisons between familiar and unfamiliar subjects.

"The cold war of the 21st century isn't fought with weapons, and it isn't waged between countries; it's with information, between people. Whether you know it or not, you're already a belligerent! Learn how to cut to the core of the issues, sift through the nonsense, and see what each side's true goals are. And if you think we're wrong, tell us why. We'll tell you why we aren't (unless we are)." - T & J

[licensing]
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Intro, edits in volume only
Skimel - Double tracked distorted electric guitar playing chords.ogg
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Outro, edits in volume only
Claude Reid - Acoustic Jazz Quartet no1 (métronome à 100 ) accompagnement.flac
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Transitional sound effects, heavily distorted
Robin Huw Bowen - Y Fwyalchen, from the 2015 album Iaith Enaid
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