Welsh Republic Podcast 167 with Faina Savenkova

I spoke with the world famous and Super brave Faina Savenkova who's a Russian writer, essayist, journalist, author and playwright. Member of the LPR Writers Union. Savenkova's work has received various awards and prizes.

On the occasion of Children's Day on May 31, 2021, Faina Savenkova recorded a video for the United Nations in which she called on the institution to remember that the children of Donbass also deserve a real childhood.

In October, 2021, Faina was put on the Mirotvorets website’s ‘death list’. It targets anyone who openly expresses less than complimentary views about the Kiev regime.

The list features the names of people of various ages and nationalities, including 327 underage children. Faina made the list because of her talent and her boldness in directing tough questions to prominent figures such as the UN secretary-general, the French president, and the Pope

The Subjects I spoke to her about in the interview
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Her Writing Journey: We discussed her work as a writer, essayist, playwright, and journalist, including her heartwarming book The Hedgehog of Hope and what inspired her to pursue writing and journalism.

Resilience and Bravery: Faina shared how she remains resilient and brave in the face of adversity, offering insights into her strength and courage.

Growing Up in Lugansk: She opened up about her experiences growing up in Lugansk amidst bombings and the atrocities committed by Ukrainian neo-Nazis I also talk to her about the Donbass Genocide

Advocacy and Outreach: Faina spoke about the letters she wrote to world leaders and the UN, as well as her video representing the people of Donbass.

RT Documentary: We touched on the RT documentary about her, which highlights her story and experiences.

The Mirotvorets hit list: Faina explaines how she ended up on that list for a list that the Ukrainian government made. that they Target anyone who is questioning and exposing the crimes of the Ukrainian government and the Ukrainian Nazis.

Coping with Threats: She shared how she copes with the threats and challenges of being on the Mirotvorets “death list.”

Liberation of Donbass: We discussed her feelings about Russia liberating Donbass, Lugansk, and other areas, and what it’s like living in a region now part of the Russian Federation.

Special Military Operation: I asked for her opinion on the Special Military Operation and how the Russian Federation treats citizens in the liberated areas.

I also talk to her about other related subjects

I also thank Maria for coming on the show too and helping Faina she is an absolutely fantastic translator and one of the best in the world.