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Despite Russian attempts to control the narrative and suppress criticism of their war on Ukraine, the use of minority languages have allowed some to express their opposition and the truth of what is happening while avoiding censorship of the Russian State.
TWH’s Lyonel Perabo speaks with Adrian Ivakhiv, professor of environmental and cultural studies at the University of Vermont, about the role of Paganism in both the Ukrainian and Russian nations since the end of the Soviet Union.
TWH continues its coverage of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. We speak with Yuliia Ivanytska, a Ukrainian craftswoman, about the war’s impact on her life and business, and with a Witch in nearby Romania about the refugee situation. More statements from Pagan organizations, including Circle Sanctuary, Cherry Hill Seminary, and Pagan Police UK, are also included.
The recent case of three Chechens accused of Witchcraft and humiliated on television may reflect an increasing scrutiny and persecution of folk magic practitioners, healers, and other occult practitioners.
Our Spotlight on Traditions explores the varied traditions of Pagan, Heathen and polytheistic practice. In this installment just after Lughnasadh and the Day of Perun (the thunder god) on August 2, we look back at the summer season in the Slavic faiths.