Ep. 25 - Greta Uehling, Cultural Anthropologist and author of “Everyday War”, on Life in the Ukrainian War Zone

Brian J Matos

In this conversation, University of Michigan cultural anthropologist Greta Uehling discusses the impact of war on Ukrainians and the challenges they face in everyday life. She shares insights from her research in Ukraine, including the dynamics of living in occupied territories and the effects of war on relationships and communities. Uehling also explores the cultural diversity of Ukraine and the importance of "cognitive de-occupation" in any post-war reconciliation process. The conversation highlights the need for a nuanced understanding of war and its long-term effects, as well as the lessons that can be applied to other conflict zones. Greta also shares first hand stories and accounts from people she met in her travels to various part of Ukraine over more than 20 years, helping listeners understand life in the country through the eyes of locals from long before the current conflict to present day.

To learn more about Greta:

• Website: https://gretauehling.com/
• Book: Everyday War: The Conflict Over Donbas, Ukraine
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greta-uehling-phd-b9154a2b/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greta.uehling/
• Instagram: @greta.uehling

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