unMasking Pod

Think diagnosing TV characters makes you qualified for therapy? Welcome to the world where thirty-something women lose their minds over teenage love triangles while Ukrainian influencers accidentally become Putin's PR team. When reality TV becomes your reality and fictional boyfriends start looking like your actual boyfriend, it's time to separate the actors from their characters (and maybe touch some grass).Turns out having a psychology degree doesn't make you immune to obsessing over whether Conrad or Jeremiah has better mental health coping mechanisms. Meanwhile, some Ukrainian content creators are serving up "average Sunday vibes" during active missile strikes, giving MAGA crowds exactly the soundbites they need to justify cutting aid. Because nothing says responsible platform use like posting your latte art while people defend your right to that latte with their lives.The line between fiction and reality isn't just blurred—it's been carpet-bombed by AI, parasocial relationships, and the collective inability to remember that actors are not their characters. Throw in some cultural appropriation masquerading as museum curation, and you've got a perfect storm of digital chaos that would make George Orwell weep into his morning coffee.Also in this episode:Shadows Artivism ProjectShop Artivism Collection on RDNY📱 Why following Ukrainians doesn't mean following every Ukrainian with a camera🎭 How Heath Ledger syndrome went mainstream (spoiler: it's not just actors anymore)🇺🇦 The shadows project fighting to reclaim stolen Ukrainian art from Russian labels📺 When escapism becomes reality and your fictional boyfriend looks suspiciously familiar🧠 Why TikTok psychology is more dangerous than helpful (Dr. Inna has entered the chat)——🧭 Find us here:Rima – https://instagram.com/rimameduaYulia – https://beacons.ai/yewleea——

Your favorite influencer just defended an abuser because "he's changed now." Meanwhile, women are getting dragged for speaking out four years later because apparently trauma has an expiration date. Ukrainian theater elite just learned what happens when pretty privilege meets predator allegations, and spoiler alert: the victim-blaming came from inside the house.Turns out having your ex secretly read your texts while gaslighting you about "trust issues" is just Tuesday in abusive relationship land. Also turns out that being strong, independent, and living in your own apartment means absolutely nothing when someone decides to systematically destroy your sense of reality. Who knew stalking could be so... thorough?The real plot twist? Other women doing the abuser's work for him. Because nothing says "girls supporting girls" like telling domestic violence survivors they should have left sooner.⚠️ National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out. It's never your fault.Also in this episode:🎭 Ukrainian actor's abuse scandal exposes the "but he's talented" defense squad👥 The Pick-Me girls defending predators while shaming victims💔 Love-bombing to isolation: the abuser's greatest hits playlist🧠 Neurodivergent boundaries and why asking for help feels impossible⚖️ "Daddy issues" vs actual psychology: debunking victim-blaming myths🏠 When moving to a village becomes mental health care🍷 Why Ukrainian restaurants beat Danish ones (and your overpriced problems)——🧭 Find us here:Rima Yulia

From TikTok hero to public enemy number one in three easy steps: gain followers for Ukraine content, watch strangers dissect your marriage records, then discover trolls posting your house online while claiming they're "just asking questions." Nothing says digital celebrity like having Russian hackers show up at your workplace because you dared to explain geopolitics on the internet.Meanwhile, Sydney Sweeney decided 2025 was the perfect time to resurrect 1940s advertising aesthetics. American Eagle's latest campaign featuring blonde hair, blue eyes, and "good genes" messaging has all the subtlety of a brick through a synagogue window. But hey, at least Abercrombie & Fitch swooped in with the marketing save of the century.Turns out the real conspiracy theory gold mine isn't about golden showers in Moscow hotels – it's about Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump's money laundering operation through Russia. When your biggest political scandal involves actual pedophiles instead of imaginary pizza basements, maybe it's time to reconsider your priorities. (Spoiler alert: woodchippers solve more problems than voting booths).Also in this episode:🎭 What happens when Ukraine expertise accidentally makes you internet famous? (ft. Stalker-Level Fan Mail)🧬 That moment when American Eagle channels their inner Heinrich Himmler for denim sales🏠 Why moving from celebrity culture to bomb shelter reality checks cures main character syndrome⚡ How to explain that educating people about war doesn't make you an influencer💰 Jeffrey Epstein's Russian money trail: following the receipts to Mar-a-Lago🍔 From Ukrainian "fat" to American "thick": a body image glow-up story📱 When parasocial relationships turn into actual harassment campaigns——🧭 Find us here:Rima Yulia——

Mercury retrograde fanatics just got absolutely demolished by one Ukrainian who's had it up to HERE with cosmic excuses. When your spiritual besties decide to tag-team you about planetary bullsh*t during your personal hell week, sometimes you gotta hang up and go full red-thread witch mode to break whatever curse they think controls your existence.Teaching medicine to clueless foreign soldiers through interpreters is basically like playing the world's most stressful game of telephone, except people die if you lose. Spoiler alert: explaining why blood needs to stay inside bodies becomes surprisingly complicated when nobody speaks the same language or gives a d*mn about tourniquets.Also in this episode:💒 How one wedding photo launched a thousand "WAIT, DID YOU GET MARRIED?!" DMs🎂 That beautiful moment when Ukrainian culture financially destroys unprepared Westerners at birthday dinners💸 Why $8,000 seafood towers taught us more about wealth gaps than economics class✈️ Putin's little Alaska vacation and how it basically screamed "I'M UNTOUCHABLE, BITCHES"💝 Friendship litmus test: Will you help bury bodies or just lecture about planetary vibes?🎭 Ukraine's sudden crime spree that's giving true crime podcasts a run for their money⚔️ What happens when "peace talks" become code for "let's waste everyone's time again"——🧭 Find us here:Rima Yulia ——

Ever wondered why getting your nails done at the frontline makes you a "psyop" but men visiting bars doesn't raise eyebrows? (Spoiler: it involves double standards, Combat Barbie accusations, and the revolutionary idea that women can both save lives AND have a decent manicure).Think your beauty standards are tough? Try being a female soldier who dares to wear mascara after a 12-hour shift. Or how looking put-together in a war zone somehow makes people question your combat credentials. (Sorry, trolls, but Ukraine's female fighters don't need your fashion approval).Also in this episode:💅 What happens when your clean uniform becomes "evidence" you're not really at the front?👗 That awkward moment when Melania Trump accidentally makes a good point about Putin🪖 Why men can party near combat zones but women can't have pink nails💣 How to maintain your humanity when missiles are your alarm clock and self-care becomes resistance🍺 Buy Luki Gin here:https://lukigin.com/USE CODE unmasking10 for a 10% discount——🧭 Find us here:instagram.com/rimameduaYulia – https://beacons.ai/yewleea——

Ever wondered how a simple law can turn an entire country upside down? (Spoiler: it involves large-scale protests, passionate citizens, and the sudden realization that democracy is, in fact, a full-contact sport). Think you've seen political drama? Try going from peaceful Kyiv streets to nationwide demonstrations overnight. Also in this episode:💸 What happens when the government ghosts its citizens harder than your ex ? 🇺🇦 Why Ukrainian democracy is more vibrant than you thought (and more determined than ever)⚡ How to navigate a political uprising and find your voice while dodging propaganda Meet our electrifying new host, Rima! Armed with a political science degree and an arsenal of quotable one-liners that spread faster than government scandals, she's bringing a whole new dimension to unMasking. Her ability to translate bureaucratic jargon into "actual human speak" makes her the perfect guide through Ukraine's democratic upheaval. Buckle up for a wild ride as Rima takes you where mainstream media fears to tread, proving that political analysis doesn't have to be boring to be brilliant! and P.s. – she's a badass combat medic too!——🧭 Find us here:RimaYulia ——🍺 Buy Luki Gin here:USE CODE unmasking10 for a 10% discount

🎉 Unmasking Returns: Season 2 Drops Tonight! 🎉We're back and better than ever with a Lithuanian-American combat medic who definitely isn't your delivery driver (if you know, you know)! Meet Rima, our incredible new co-host who brings matcha AND battlefield wisdom to the couch.Season 2 promises all the unfiltered conversations you loved, now with added medical expertise and zero sleep schedules (because impressive women don't have time for that!).The hardest part wasn't finding impressive women—it was finding one who wasn't too busy to sit on our couch once a week. Lucky for us, Rima runs on fumes and friendship!Rima –   / rimamedua  Yulia – https://beacons.ai/yewleea🍺 Buy Luki Gin here:https://lukigin.com/USE CODE unmasking10 for a 10% discount.

Ever wondered how complaining about $40 croissants can instantly cure your first-world problems? (Spoiler: it involves three consecutive nights of record-breaking drone attacks, one very lost grandma at IKEA, and the sudden realization that expensive lattes are not, in fact, a legitimate crisis).Think you've had a rough week? Try going from Copenhagen's boutique trauma to Kyiv's bomb shelter networking events. Or how memorizing every luxury price tag accidentally prepared you for calculating survival odds at 2 AM. (Sorry, Denmark, but Ukraine's got better crisis management skills now).Also in this episode:🛩️ Why your "expensive vacation" complaints might actually be your privilege showing💸 What happens when the worst financial shock of your trip becomes nostalgic? (ft. Record Russian Drones)🏠 That awkward moment when moving to a village becomes your mental health plan🇺🇦 Why Ukrainian restaurants are better than Danish ones (and cost 90% less)⚡ How to lose your grandmother in IKEA and find perspective in a parking garage bomb shelter🍺 Buy Luki Gin here:https://lukigin.com/USE CODE unmasking10 for a 10% discount🧭 Find us here:Masha – https://beacons.ai/mashagoroundYulia – https://beacons.ai/yewleea

What do staring down Russians in airports, being mistaken for Russian speakers, and discovering Lithuania's obsession with herbal liquors have in common? This episode.This week, Masha and Yulia share their wild travel adventures outside Ukraine's war bubble. From Yulia's anti-disinformation fellowship in Vilnius to awkward encounters with Putin-defending Russians living comfortably abroad, they break down the culture shock of leaving a war zone.They also dive into why Europeans still can't spell Kyiv correctly, the trauma of hotel staff assuming you speak Russian after seeing your Ukrainian passport, and how Lithuanian military takes disinformation seriously (but maybe not seriously enough).Plus: 17-hour solo drives thanks to the "brotherly" nation, making new friends through mutual Russian-bashing, Soviet architectural remnants, and why asking your American neighbors for sugar will get you three-headed stares.🎯 New episodes every week where we unmask the headlines, the hypocrisy, and ourselves — one existential laugh at a time.——🧭 Find us here:Masha Yulia ——🍺 Buy Luki Gin hereUSE CODE unmasking10 for a 10% discount

What do peace talks, the Pope, Eurovision, and the fear of sleeping naked in wartime Ukraine have in common? This episode.This week, Masha and Yulia break down the absurdity of so-called “peace talks” between Russia and Ukraine, the strange rise of a Pope with a suspicious backstory, and why religious institutions should maybe… sit this one out.They also share how working in media during war affects their day-to-day, from debating which side of Kyiv might be safer from missile strikes to bringing your camera home “in case you survive the attack.”Plus: naked rescue nightmares, Eurovision controversies, Hungarian spies, and the Soviet Union literally falling from space.🎧 New episodes every week where we unmask the headlines, the hypocrisy, and ourselves — one existential laugh at a time.——🧭 Find us here:Masha Yulia🍺 Buy Luki Gin hereUSE CODE unmasking10 for a 10% discount ——00:00 – Your weekly dose of chaos + Intro 01:00 – Istanbul: where peace talks go to die05:00 – When Bob became Pope (yes, that Bob)10:00 – Jesus said don't kill... unless?17:00 – Living that missile alert lifestyle22:00 – Death preferences: a casual discussion26:00 – Wardrobe tips for sudden strikes27:30 – Soviet space junk: the gift that keeps on giving29:00 – Hungary took 'watching' too literally36:00 – Eurovision: where politics meet sparkles44:00 – Lithuania tea & other cliffhangers

Ever wondered how a girl's obsession with Justin Bieber's Instagram turned into Ukraine's most unexpected resistance story? (Spoiler: it involves questionable operation hours, accidental propaganda fighting, and a whole lot of discontent russians).🤔 Think you've seen weird career changes? Try explaining how memorizing Bieber's tour schedule became the perfect training for tracking disinformation campaigns. Or how organizing fan meetups accidentally prepared you for mobilizing international support movements. (Sorry, Justin, but Ukraine's got better crowd coordination now).Also in this episode:🏆 Why your "cringe" fan phase might actually be your political bootcamp🎨 What happens when the worst person you know is right? (ft. Ben Shapiro)🏛️ That awkward moment when the odds against you become your superpower🍺 Buy Luki Gin here:https://lukigin.com/USE CODE unmasking10 for a 10% discount ——🧭 Find us here:MashaYewleeaYulia T.——

Today on unMasking Pod we're serving apocalyptic prophecies, that might explain why Francis peaced out on Easter (dramatic timing: 10/10), with a side of unexpected drone donations, proving that even Popes can slide into Ukraine's DMs while no one is watching.  Yulia's Frenchman navigates Ukrainian Easter traditions while getting accidentally baptized (spoiler: he survived both).🤯 We investigate why Russian accents sound like Valley Girl meets Eastern Europe, debate whether 2027 is actually the end or just a really aggressive deadline, and explain how my dog sitter turned my frozen varenyky stash into a true crime story (!).Also in this episode: 👽 Eery reasons why the Pope ghosted Earth 🏡 Architecture therapy: traditional Ukrainian house designs are basically Sims for adults with trauma🖼️ The secret art of meeting Ukrainian parents 🚨 Uzhhorod: The mysterious Ukrainian city where curfew goes to die 🍺 Buy Luki Gin here (only available in Ukraine for now)USE CODE unmasking10 for a 10% discount 🧭 Find us here:Masha – https://beacons.ai/mashagoroundYulia – https://beacons.ai/yewleea

Ever met diaspora Ukrainians named "Vsevolod"? We have, and they will judge your Ukrainian-ness faster than you can take a sip of Borscht (gasp!). This cultural therapy session is where we discover mainland Ukrainians cringed at wearing Vyshyvankas growing up, while diaspora kids bedazzle their houses with more Ukrainian symbols than a Carpathian gift shop.Ukrainian identity is a beautifully chaotic web. Watch as Myshko (Canadian-Ukrainian) and Yulia explore the fascinating disconnect between diaspora's preserved 1800s traditions and Ukraine's evolving culture – where one side guards historical purity while the other reinvents it.Also in this episode:🤯 Cultural plot twists, a.k.a. How "being Ukrainian enough" means opposite things in different worlds; And When your diaspora Ukrainian is "too archaic" for Kyiv.🎭 Identity crisis moments: How Plast became hardcore abroad but a thing of the past in Ukraine.💭 Share your story: Ever been "too Ukrainian" for abroad but "not Ukrainian enough" for home? Let's hear your cultural identity tales! 🍹Purchase Luki Gin Here or find them on Instagram——🧭 Find us here:Masha Yulia ——

Ever feel like ditching your country and moving to Ukraine? you are not alone. In this episode of Unmasking, we dive into the terrifyingly casual superiority of Ukrainian digital services — from babushkas with payment terminals to government apps that make Western bureaucracy look positively Soviet. 🤯 We unpack the wild cost comparison showing Ukrainian MRIs at $80 while Americans pay $15,000, explore why Kyiv's apartment hunting doesn't require credit checks, and how vegetables in Ukraine actually have flavor (revolutionary concept!). 🧠 Alex breaks down how Ukrainian society welcomes newcomers despite war challenges, while Yulia shares personal culture shocks from NYC to Kyiv — and the chaos of trying to explain to Americans why their "advanced" society feels backwards after experiencing Ukraine's efficiency.Also in this episode:📲 DIA's all-in-one documentation system🧃 Why neighbors actually give you sugar in Ukraine📉 French bulldogs making suspiciously French noises💬 Don't forget to comment below — would you trade your Western comfort zone for affordable healthcare and tech that actually works?

Ever feel like reality is glitching? You’re not alone.In this episode of Unmasking, we dive into the terrifyingly casual collapse of critical thinking — from TikTok echo chambers and AI hallucinations to modern politics that feel more like cults than campaigns.📉 A wild Columbia Journalism Review study found that AI tools cite fake news over 60% of the time. We break down how the internet is quietly (and not-so-quietly) radicalizing us — and why your algorithm might be gaslighting you.🧠 @yewleea breaks down how far-right movements use cult-like psychology to gain power, while Masha shares personal run-ins with TikTok conspiracy theorists — and the chaos of trying to stay sane in a world where no one reads past the headline.Also in this episode:📲 Signal’s spicy rebrand🧃 Media literacy 101📉 Why facts alone won’t save usFollow us Here:MashaYuliaYouTubeGlossary:AI search engines cite incorrect news sources at an alarming 60% rate, study saysHands Off – Save the U.S. Protest on April 5thWhat are AI Hallucinations?The Invisible Battles of Ukrainian Military Medics — a powerful doc on the frontline heroes you never see on the news.🎧 Chapters:00:00-Welcome to the Simulation + Intro01:09-Truth.exe Has Stopped Working in ChatGPT10:27-Politics: The Cult That Went Viral14:46-Far-Right Psychology for Dummies17:57-Corruption Olympics: France vs Ukraine22:30-How to Break Up With Your Info Echo Chamber25:02-Maple MAGAs: Canada is Getting Spicy28:26-Ex Files: Yulia's Haunting Past TikTok Edition32:45-Grey's Anatomy: IRL in a War Zone Edition39:11-Disinfo: The New Digital Drug Making us Numb43:33-How to Un-Trump Your Timeline45:25-Soft Cult Summer50:57-Internet Survival Guide58:31-Why We're Still Here + Love Letters to Listeners

Ever wondered how a perfectly planned life can transform overnight? (Spoiler: it involves one unexpected crisis, three hasty career changes, and the sudden realization that your IKEA organizing skills might actually save lives in a combat zone).Think reinvention is just for LinkedIn profiles? Try going from matching throw pillows to matching trauma kits. Or how years of planning dinner parties accidentally prepared you for triaging emergency situations. (Sorry, Martha Stewart, but war zones require a different kind of perfectionism).Also in this episode:💼 The whiplash journey from "quarterly performance reviews" to "hourly threat assessments" (starring Career Reinvention Under Fire) 🧠 Why crisis therapy costs nothing when your entire world becomes one giant exposure treatment 🔄 The science behind why pressure-forged identities outshine comfort zone versions every time ⚡ How losing everything you thought defined you reveals the unshakeable core you never knew existed🍺 Buy Luki Gin here: USE CODE unmasking10 for a 10% discount🧭 Find us here:Rima Yulia

Ever wondered what it’s like to plan a date between air raid sirens? Or explain to your dog that those flashes in the sky are just another Friday night in Ukraine? Welcome to our not-so-normal normal. From catfishing tanks (yes, really) to grandpas with DIY declarations of independence, this week’s episode of Unmasking is a chaotic ride through the surreal reality of living and not just surviving in a war zone.We’re spilling the tea on the parts of war that don’t make headlines — like what it’s really like to date someone who can’t tell you where they are,  why pacifism is the ultimate privilege check, and how we’re holding on to softness in a world that keeps trying to harden us.In this episode:💘 Dating in a war zone – and why “can’t talk, at the front” is a legit excuse🕊️ Why peace talks aren’t so peaceful🎭 When our new normal makes everyone else uncomfortable📜 That awkward moment when your heritage becomes a bargaining chip💥 Why the female experience of war isn’t just staying strong and knitting camouflage nets🎙️ Hosted bySupport the showYewleea's social media Masha's social media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever felt like the world is one giant stress ball, and you're just trying not to squeeze too hard? Join us for a raw and witty dive into the chaos of political anxiety and panic attacks, where we serve up a cocktail of humor and heart.Live from a war zone (no biggie, just another Tuesday), we share our unique Ukrainian perspective on the madness of current events. With media and politics playing tag-team on our mental health, we're here to offer some coping strategies that don't involve hiding under your bed.Armed with friendship support and a dash of sarcasm, we tackle the trauma and uncertainty with a wink and a smile. Whether you're in need of a laugh or just some good old-fashioned empathy, tune in to find out how we juggle our responsibilities and personal lives without dropping the ball (too often).This is our first ever previously UNRELEASED episode, that we are serving up as a Sunday bonus. Enjoy?Support the showYewleea's social media Masha's social media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we dive into the shifting global power structures of 2025 and why does it feel like the world is on fire—again? From Serbia, Hungary, and Georgia pushing back against authoritarianism to U.S. crackdowns on free speech and human rights, we unpack the biggest global movements happening right now.Plus, it’s St. Patrick’s Day, so naturally, we take a detour into Ireland’s long history of resistance and its unexpected parallels to Ukraine. And Yulia’s dogs are learning French… because, of course, they are.In this episode:👀 Why are more countries rejecting U.S. influence?🔥 Are we witnessing a global uprising?🇺🇸 Is America turning into the thing it once fought against?Join us for a chaotic, funny, and brutally honest conversation about the world today.Instagram/tiktok/youtubeMasha - masha.go.roundYulia - yewleea🎙️ Unmasking is a raw, real, and sometimes a completely unhinged dive into life in Ukraine, global events, and all the absurdity in between.💬 What’s your take? Drop your thoughts in the comments!Support the showYewleea's social media Masha's social media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From awkward dating run-ins to America’s democracy crisis—this episode has everything. Masha is getting a dog (finally), Yulia exposes her love life to an unintended audience, and somehow we end up debating whether the U.S. is turning into Russia. Also, should we start giving out medals for men moving to Ukraine?In this episode:🐶 Dogs or Dating – Masha’s emotional support dog dreams and why she’s finally making it happen.🍜 Spilling Secrets Over Ramen – Yulia’s love life update takes an awkward turn when she realizes who’s been listening.🧠 News Overload & Mental Survival – Avoiding the news is impossible, but is there a way to not lose our minds?🇺🇸 America, Democracy & The Slippery Slope – Are Americans becoming like Russians… for different reasons?Instagram/tiktok/youtubeMasha - masha.go.roundYulia - yewleea🎙️ Unmasking is a raw, real, and sometimes completely unhinged dive into life in Ukraine, global events, and all the absurdity in between.Support the showYewleea's social media Masha's social media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.