Best Ukrainian Language Podcasts (2025)

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‘I have the right to speak Russian’. Ukrainian writer Zhenia Berezhna on reclaiming the ‘language of the occupiers’

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“No,” Meduza’s 10th anniversary art exhibition, is on view at Berlin’s Kunstraum Kreuzberg/Bethanien gallery through July 6. The project brings together artists and journalists to reflect on the major themes that have shaped the past decade — from dictatorship and war to fear and polarization. As part of our exploration of that last theme, Meduza i…

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Trump considering lifting Biden-era restrictions on Ukraine’s military operations — Kyiv Post

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U.S. President Donald Trump is “seriously considering” lifting all restrictions imposed by his predecessor, Joe Biden, on Ukraine’s military operations, the Kyiv Post reported on Tuesday, citing two Western officials. The report does not specify which restrictions are under review, including whether they involve arms shipments or limits on strikes …

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'We should respond in kind'. Putin calls for Russia to 'strangle' foreign tech firms like Zoom and Microsoft

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During a meeting with Russian business leaders on Monday, Vladimir Putin called for foreign IT companies that continue operating in Russia while allegedly working against its interests to be “strangled.” “I say this without any hesitation — because they’re trying to strangle us. So we should respond in kind, that’s all,” Putin said. “We didn’t kick…

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Russia has started providing naval escorts for its 'shadow fleet' ships in Baltic Sea, Finnish defense minister says

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Russia has begun sending military ships to escort tankers from its "shadow fleet" in the Gulf of Finland, Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen said in a new interview with the news agency Yle, calling the move unprecedented. “There has always been a Russian military presence in the region… But what’s new in the current situation is that Russia i…

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French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo files lawsuit over fake covers mocking Ukraine

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The French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo has filed a lawsuit over forged versions of its covers, it announced on its website Monday. “Fake ‘covers’ are appearing online that mimic the magazine’s style and shamelessly use the signatures of our artists. Who’s behind this deception? We don’t know yet, which is why we’ve filed a complaint against an…

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E.U.–U.S. talks on tackling Russia sanctions evasion fail — Süddeutsche Zeitung

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Talks between the European Union and the United States on coordinating efforts to crack down on sanctions evasion by Russia have ended in failure, the German newspaper Süddeutsche Zeitung reported on May 26, citing an internal document from Germany’s Foreign Ministry. The document refers to a meeting of the E.U. Foreign Affairs Council held in Brus…

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Trump considering new sanctions on Russia this week — The Wall Street Journal

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U.S. President Donald Trump is considering imposing new sanctions on Russia as early as this week, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. According to the sources, Trump has become increasingly frustrated with the slow pace of peace negotiations and with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ongoing strikes on Ukrai…

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‘I’m tired of living in hell’. Appealing to Putin for relief from pollution and unsafe housing, Russians find themselves under investigation instead

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Across the country, Russians frustrated by factory emissions, dilapidated housing, and pollution are turning to the president for help. After their complaints to prosecutors, local officials, and police go unanswered, they record public video appeals to Vladimir Putin — hoping someone in power will finally listen. But instead of holding polluters a…

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‘A kind of James Bond figure’. Three years after Zhirinovsky’s death, successor Leonid Slutsky pushes to rebrand the ultra-nationalist LDPR as Russia’s ‘party of diplomacy’

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For 30 years, the deceptively named Liberal Democratic Party of Russia (LDPR) was defined by its larger-than-life founder, Vladimir Zhirinovsky. A bombastic ultranationalist, Zhirinovsky openly espoused expansionist views and demonized the West long before this became the norm in Russian politics. Now, three years after his death, Zhirinovsky’s suc…

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Merz says Germany, France, U.K., and U.S. have lifted range limits for weapons sent to Ukraine

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Update: Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov called the decision by Western countries to lift restrictions on the range of weapons supplied to Ukraine “dangerous,” saying that it “directly contradicts” Russia’s “efforts to move toward a political resolution.” Germany, the U.K., France, and the U.S. have lifted restrictions on how far the weapons they…

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Kremlin says Trump’s post accusing Putin of ‘needlessly killing’ people was result of U.S. president’s ‘emotional overload’

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Donald Trump’s social media post criticizing Vladimir Putin over Russia’s attacks on Ukraine over the weekend was the result of “emotional overload,” the Kremlin said on Monday. “The launch of the negotiations process, which the American side worked very hard to make happen, is a major achievement. We are truly grateful to the Americans and persona…

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Kyiv under six-hour air alert as Russia launches drone and missile strikes across Ukraine

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Russian forces launched drone and missile strikes on Ukraine overnight on Monday, targeting several regions, including Kyiv, where an air raid alert lasted for six hours. Local officials said the attack on the Kyiv region involved both drones and cruise missiles. Several private homes and outbuildings were damaged. No casualties were reported, acco…

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‘He has gone absolutely CRAZY’: Trump says he’s ‘not happy’ with Putin after deadly strike on Ukraine

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U.S. President Donald Trump said he was “not happy” with Russian President Vladimir Putin following Russia’s deadly large-scale strike on Ukraine overnight on May 25. “I don’t know what’s wrong with him,” Trump told reporters on Sunday, as quoted by Reuters. “What the hell happened to him? Right? He’s killing a lot of people. I’m not happy about th…

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Russian authorities raid letter-writing event for political prisoners

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Security forces in the Russian city of Yekaterinburg broke up an event dedicated to writing letters to political prisoners on Sunday, Mediazona reported, citing an eyewitness. According to the witness, officers in masks and balaclavas stormed into a local office of the Yabloko political party, where the gathering was taking place. “They immediately…

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‘A ruthless strike aimed at civilians’. At least 12 dead, over 60 injured in one of Russia’s largest air assaults on Ukraine

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A building destroyed by a Russian strike on Mykolaiv, Ukraine. May 25, 2025. On the night of May 24-25, Russian forces launched nearly 300 drones and 70 missiles in one of the largest air assaults on Ukraine since the start of the war, killing at least 12 people and injuring more than 60. According to Ukraine’s State Emergency Service, 13 regions c…

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In May 23 prisoner exchange, Kyiv traded dozens of Ukrainian civilians convicted of collaboration, treason, and voicing online support for Russia’s invasion

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On May 23, Russia and Ukraine exchanged 270 captured soldiers and 120 imprisoned civilians each. According to “Khochu k Svoim,” Ukraine’s state-run project that coordinates the exchange of convicts, 70 of the civilians transferred to Russia had been found guilty of crimes such as “collaboration, state treason, and terrorism.” In a Telegram post, th…

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A proxy in plain sight. New OCCRP investigation reveals how Kremlin-backed foundation extended Moscow’s reach across Europe

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A magazine published with Pravfond’s support marks the 80th anniversary of the Yalta Conference. February 20, 2025. Journalists from Denmark’s public broadcaster Radio Denmark obtained roughly 50,000 internal emails from Russia’s Foundation for the Support and Protection of the Rights of Compatriots Living Abroad (“Pravfond”), revealing how the gro…

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Russian foreign minister says Moscow will give Kyiv ceasefire terms after prisoner swap

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Russia will be ready to present its list of ceasefire conditions to Ukraine immediately after the ongoing prisoner exchange between the two countries is completed, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has announced, according to state media. Lavrov said that Moscow is currently “actively working” on the list. “As soon as the prisoner exchange is …

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Russia and Ukraine exchange 390 prisoners each on first day of swap

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Russia has received 270 prisoners of war and 120 civilians returned from Ukrainian captivity, the country’s Defense Ministry said on Friday. In exchange, Moscow transferred 270 Ukrainian soldiers and 120 civilians to Kyiv as part of a prisoner swap. The Russians are currently in Belarus and will soon be brought back to Russia. Ukrainian President V…

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‘The endgame is here’. JPMorganChase’s new geopolitics center predicts an ‘imperfect deal’ will freeze the Russia-Ukraine war this year

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A Ukrainian tank in the Dnipropetrovsk region. March 2025. Russia and Ukraine are expected to reach an “imperfect deal by end of Q2” that will freeze the ongoing war but stop short of a comprehensive peace agreement, according to a new analytical report from the geopolitics arm of JPMorganChase. The investment bank’s newly launched Center for Geopo…

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Two killed in Russian missile strikes on Odesa and Chuhuiv in Ukraine

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Russian forces struck port infrastructure in the Ukrainian city of Odesa on Friday the afternoon, according to Governor Oleh Kiper. One port worker was killed in the strike. Eight others were wounded, four of whom were hospitalized in serious condition. Kiper said the attack involved two ballistic missiles. Meanwhile, Kharkiv Governor Oleh Syniehub…

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On the move again. Russian forces break through Ukrainian defenses in major Donbas offensive

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Like our earlier reports on the combat situation in Ukraine, this article takes stock of the recent developments on the battlefield based on open-source information. Meduza has condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine from the very start, and our detailed military analyses are part of our commitment to objective reporting on a war we firmly oppose. O…

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G7 countries considering lowering price cap on Russian oil — Reuters

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Finance ministers and central bank governors from the G7 countries discussed the possibility of lowering the agreed price cap on Russian oil if Moscow refuses to agree to a ceasefire, Reuters reported on Friday. The idea was raised during a G7 meeting in Canada on Thursday. European officials told Reuters that the proposal would see the price cap r…

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Kyiv proposes that E.U. countries finance its armed forces under NATO defense obligations

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Ukraine has proposed that E.U. countries begin contributing to the funding of its armed forces starting in 2026, Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko said following a meeting of G7 finance officials. Marchenko said Kyiv had put forward a plan to integrate Ukraine’s military into Europe’s broader defense system by involving partner countries …

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Debris from downed Ukrainian drone falls on apartment building in Russia’s Yelets

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Ukrainian drones targeted the city of Yelets in Russia’s Lipetsk region overnight. According to Governor Igor Artamonov, debris from one of the drones, shot down by air defenses, fell on a residential building, damaging around 20 apartments. Artamonov also reported that a drone crash sparked a fire in an industrial area, injuring eight people. Ukra…

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A heart to bring home. Spanish artist Fernando Sánchez Castillo has created the first Alexey Navalny monument — a pocket-sized tribute you can keep

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At 4:00 p.m. on May 24, Spanish artist Fernando Sánchez Castillo will activate his Expanded Memorial for Alexey Navalny at Meduza’s “No” art exhibition in Berlin. Visitors will be able to take home a miniature figurine of the late opposition politician, in exchange for sharing their beliefs in a handwritten note. (You can visit the installation any…

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Over 20 Russian-born residents reportedly left stateless under apparent Serbian naturalization ban

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More than 20 Russian-born residents of Serbia have been left stateless after giving up their Russian citizenship in order to receive Serbian passports, only to be denied them, The Moscow Times reported on Thursday. According to Serbian law, individuals who have lived in the country for three years on a temporary residence permit become eligible for…

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U.K. says Russian state hackers tried to access security cameras to monitor Ukraine aid shipments

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The Russian state-sponsored hacker group known as Fancy Bear hacked into security cameras in an effort to surveil Western aid deliveries to Ukraine and disrupt supplies routes, The Guardian reported on Thursday, citing the intelligence services of the U.K. and its allies. The allegations are laid out in an advisory from the U.K.’s National Cyber Se…

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‘What difference does it make how I die?’. A Russian soldier got so desperate to leave the army that he attempted suicide. The only unusual part was that he filmed it.

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Two weeks ago, a Russian soldier became so desperate to break his army contract that he attempted suicide — and effectively livestreamed the act. Pavel Stovchan, a 35-year-old contract fighter whose social media profile still reads "Keep working, brothers," had a change of heart about fighting after he was wounded and his father was killed at the f…

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Russia–Ukraine talks at the Vatican expected to be held in mid-June — The Wall Street Journal

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U.S. President Donald Trump told European leaders on May 19 that the next round of talks between Russian and Ukrainian delegations will take place at the Vatican, The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday, citing sources familiar with the conversation. Some European leaders reportedly pushed for any negotiations at the Vatican to result in an unco…

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Supporting Migrants Returning to Fragile Contexts: Lessons from Iraq and Somalia 56:49

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As the focus on returning failed asylum seekers and other migrants to their countries of origin remains high, there is a commensurate need to consider reintegration support that assists returnees in rebuilding their lives. Reintegration programs help returnees establish the social, economic, and psychosocial foundations needed to regain stability a…

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Immigration Actions in First 100 Days of Trump Second Term 1:10:57

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During his campaign, Donald Trump pledged swift and sweeping actions on immigration enforcement and policymaking more broadly. From his first day back in office, President Trump and his team began delivering on their promised “shock and awe,” with policies ranging from a halt to refugee resettlement and dramatically widened immigration enforcement …

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Podcast 210: The Secret Language of Leaves © 2025 ISBN 978-976-97521-5-3 filmed by Dr. William Anderson Gittens,D.D. of Devgro Media Arts Services®2015,Bridgetown Barbados I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression. Thanks to those who assisted m…

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Changing Climate, Changing Migration: In a Climate Tinderbox, Migration Can Spark Violence 22:48

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Under the right circumstances, climate-induced migration can aggravate the drivers of violent conflict. In places such as the Middle East and West Africa’s Sahel region, migration during times of environmental precarity can upset delicate social and demographic balances and place additional pressure on local authorities. Left to fester, the results…

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WORKS CITED Dr. William Anderson Gittens, D.D easysociology.com http://www.biodiversitybc.org/assets/pressReleases/BBCPrinciplesWEB.pdf https://academic.oup.com/edited-volume/45648/chapter-abstract/454420626?redirectedFrom=fulltext https://askabiologist.asu.edu/insect-and-human-biology https://beekeepingtrove.com/the-cultural-significance-of-bees-a…

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Changing Climate, Changing Migration: Climate Change, Migration & Conflict in Afghanistan and Pakistan 22:24

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Floods, drought, extreme temperatures, and other climate events have devastated parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan. Repercussions of climate change come on top of years of conflict, which have left countless numbers of people unable to adapt to changing conditions. In response, many have fled, either in short-term displacement or permanent migration…

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Podcast 208, A Dialogue Through the Ages © 2025 ISBN978-976-97521-2-2 The spiritual growth of Job and Moses will be examined in "A Dialogue Through the Ages © 2025 ISBN978-976-97521-2-2" in this episode of E-publication 365: An Insightful Journey, Podcast 208. We will examine these biblical characters' complicated lives together, drawing on their c…

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Podcast Episode 206: My Personal Experience Exploring East Jersey Old Town The Village© 2025 ISBN 978-976-97521-1-5 Hi and welcome to yet another enlightening episode of my podcast, listeners! I am Dr. William Anderson Gittens, D.D.coming to you from lovely Barbados. As a doctor of theology, author, podcaster, photojournalist, media arts specialist…

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Exploring The Cultural Mosaic Of Barbados © 2025 ISBN 978-976-97521-0-8.mp3 Podcast 207 The Cultural Mosaic of Barbados Through the Lens of a Documentarian © 2025 ISBN 978-976-97521-0-8 filmed by Dr. William Anderson Gittens,D.D. of Devgro Media Arts Services®2015 Bridgetown Barbados I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my …

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Podcast 205: "The Threads of Faith - A Dialogue Across Time© 2025 ISBN 978-976-97471-9-7 filmed by Dr. William Anderson Gittens,D.D. of Devgro Media Arts Services®2015 Bridgetown Barbados I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression. Thanks to thos…

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The Dual Significance of 'The Word' and 'God's Word'© 2025 ISBN 978-976-97471-8-0 Podcast 204: The Dual Significance of 'The Word' and 'God's Word'© 2025 ISBN 978-976-97471-8-0 filmed by Dr. William Anderson Gittens,D.D. of Devgro Media Arts Services®2015 Bridgetown Barbados I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late pare…

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ABSTRACT Explaining The Language of Black and White Photography: An Academic Exploration© 2025 is crucial for me as a Photojournalists, Doctor of Divinity and Media arts specialists because it enhances understanding, motivates people, and allows them to apply what they've studied to new situations.Given the aforementioned, I felt it was essential t…

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In this illuminating episode of "Photographing Bees: Delicate Beauty and Amazing Behaviours," host Dr. William Anderson Gittens, a Barbadian Author and Photojournalist, explores the intricate world of bees and their profound impact on our environment and culture. Delving into the evolutionary journey of these remarkable creatures from carnivorous w…

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Reaching Irregular Migrants in Europe: Harnessing the Value of Counselling 1:07:48

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Connecting with and providing counselling to irregular migrants, especially those living on the streets or in transit, is crucial for addressing irregular migration. Yet it remains a challenging and underexplored area, due in part to the difficulty engaging with a population often living in precarity and avoiding contact with authorities due to fea…

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Podcast 201 The Role of Legal Deposit in Preserving National Heritage ©2025 ISBN 978-976-97471-6-6 filmed by Dr. William Anderson Gittens,D.D. of Devgro Media Arts Services®2015 Bridgetown Barbados I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression. Than…

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