Roman Bakharev: “Being Human. Being Music.”
Season 4, Episode 4
🎤 First impressions of Kryvyi Rih
🎤 How the band BAHROMA has changed over 10 years
🎤 The fear of being misunderstood
🎤 Songwriting rituals
🎤 Who influenced Roman’s development as a musician
🎤 How to deal with being open to the world
🎤 What it means to be human
🎤 On the decentralization of culture
🎤 On the concept of “home”
🎤 Why it is important to support young musicians
🎤 About the release of the new album
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Roman Bakharev is a Ukrainian musician, vocalist, and frontman of the rock band BAHROMA.
Iryna Bozhko: I write because I cannot do otherwise
Season 4, Episode 3
📌 Positioning Kryvyi Rih on the literary map of Ukraine
📌 Sources of inspiration and joy: a relationship with Kryvyi Rih
📌 The crisis of personal transformation
📌 Five-year reflections on “Poroda”
📌 On the fear of change
📌 Key events that happened to the poet in 2025
📌 How literary contests and festivals can develop literary discourse
📌 Writing rituals
📌 How literature can influence and transform lives
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Iryna Bozhko is a poet and cultural manager from Kryvyi Rih, founder of the NGO “Poroda.” Winner of the competitions “ho[l]osni!”, Fucking Genius Poetry, and “Reading of the Young City.” Participant of BookForum, GogolFest, “Rudi Teksty,” Horizontal 4.0, and BookSpace festivals.
Yuriy Prokhasko: Essayism as a Form of Thinking
Season 4, Episode 2
👉 Expectations from meeting Kryvyi Rih.
👉 What is essayism for you — a genre, a mode of thinking, or a philosophy?
👉 Essayism as the collecting of experiences.
👉 Should an author shape a position?
👉 What does honesty in writing mean?
👉 How does the war change our conversation about memory and death?
👉 Can language colonize a person from within?
👉 Is decolonization of consciousness through writing possible?
👉 Ukrainian essayism today: themes, voices, intonations.
👉 Why do we need the “KryvBaz” literary festival during wartime?
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Yurko Prokhasko is a Ukrainian Germanist, translator from German, Polish, and Yiddish, author, psychoanalyst, and group analyst. He teaches at the National University of Lviv and at the Lviv Psychoanalytic Institute, which he co-founded in 2010. He lives and works in Lviv.
Rostyslav Kuzyk: The Role of a Poet During the War
Season 4, Episode 1
👉 how local initiatives are formed and why they matter;
👉 Rostyslav’s identity and his discipline as a writer;
👉 his experience working at the Art Library and what makes it different from a regular one;
👉 the challenges art libraries face and why they even have queues;
👉 how visible Ukrainian literature is abroad;
👉 his poetry collection “At the End of the Light” and the people who have influenced his creative path the most.
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Rostyslav Kuzyk is a poet, photographer, translator, cultural manager, and performer. He is the author of the poetry book “At the End of the Light.” A recipient of the President of Ukraine’s Scholarship for Young Artists (2023–2024). He has participated in numerous literary and artistic events in Ukraine, as well as in Poland, Italy, and Denmark. He is an alum of the first PEN Ukraine workshop-festival for young authors “Propysy” (2021), the international creative residency in Białowieża Forest (Poland, 2023), and the Oleg Lysheha Residency (Ukraine, 2023). Since autumn 2023, he has served as the director of the Art Library in Lviv.
Why the Hardest Thing Is to Be on Top: Kateryna Zaslavska
Season 3, Episode 4
The mountains have always fascinated Kateryna, as have journeys to exotic countries. After moving to Munich, she took full advantage of the Bavarian Alps nearby—going on regular day hikes and climbing alpine peaks. Nepal had been on her “must-see” list since the COVID years, but life circumstances kept preventing her from getting there. In the spring of 2025, everything finally came together—Kateryna not only visited the Nepali cities of Kathmandu and Pokhara, just as she had dreamed, but also reached her highest altitude yet: the Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130m.
Annapurna is an eight-thousander, one of the deadliest mountains for climbers who dare to aim for its summit. In the podcast, Kateryna shares her experience of the ascent and the altitude, what life in the Himalayas is like, and the lessons the mountains teach.
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Kateryna Zaslavska is a project manager, career and business consultant, and coach. Originally from Kharkiv, she lived in Kyiv for five years before the full-scale invasion, after which she relocated to Munich. There, she works as a manager in an international alliance of three law firms from Germany, France, and Italy, while also helping clients across the globe find jobs, advance their careers, and grow professionally.
How to Build a Career in a Man’s World? The Anatomy of Yulia Chermazovych’s Personality.
Season 3, Episode 3
In this episode, discover:
📌 How the war has influenced women’s leadership in Ukraine;
📌 Discrimination at a metallurgical enterprise;
📌 Gender pay gaps;
📌 The role of affirmative action in hiring;
📌 The differences between male and female leadership;
📌 Gender policies in large companies;
📌 How to tackle gender bias at work.
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Yulia Chermazovych is an experienced leader in HR management and strategic development. She currently serves as the HR Director (HRD) of the Gas Transmission System Operator of Ukraine, where she implements advanced HR practices, fosters corporate culture, and develops human capital in one of the country’s key energy companies. Previously, she held the same position at PJSC "ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih," one of Ukraine’s largest metallurgical enterprises, where she successfully introduced innovative HR approaches in the challenging industrial sector. Yulia also has direct experience as a CEO managing enterprises.
Women’s Leadership and Wild Premieres. The Anatomy of Yaroslava Kravchenko
Season 3, Episode 2
In this episode, discover:
● Gender balance in theatrical roles;● How to overcome tension in challenging times;● The "sub-personalities" of Yaroslava Kravchenko: theater creator, interviewer, and volunteer;● The challenges faced by independent theater during wartime;● Upcoming premieres from Wild Theater;● How publicity influences relationships;● What women’s leadership truly means;● Waves of independent theaters in Ukraine;● When Wild Theater will visit Kryvyi Rih.
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Yaroslava Kravchenko — Ukrainian TV and radio host, producer, public figure, HeForShe ambassador, and founder & director of Wild Theater.
"I like it when bearded men listen to my songs." Anatomy of Personality with Oleksandra Koltsova
Season 3, Episode 1
In this episode, you'll learn about:
● The Women Empower 2.0 Conference in Kryvyi Rih;● The importance of supporting frontline cities;● Women’s leadership in modern Ukraine;● How to handle hate;● Balancing personal and professional life;● Emotional instability;● Oleksandra Koltsova’s favorite Ukrainian designers;● Challenges in producing musical bands;● Combining creativity with management;● Oleksandra Koltsova’s musical tastes.
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Oleksandra Koltsova is a Ukrainian singer, publicist, journalist, writer, TV host, composer, poet, producer, and an advocate for eco-programs aimed at reducing plastic consumption. She is the lead vocalist of the bands "Krykhitka Tsakhes" (1999–2007) and "Krykhitka" (since 2007).
Why Theater Is Not for the Weak: The Anatomy of Oleksiy Nevolov’s Personality
Season 2, Episode 7
In this episode, you will learn about:
● The journey of personal growth in the theater industry;
● The golden years of theater in Ukraine;
● The profile of today’s theatergoer and their expectations;
● The specifics of working with actors and actresses;
● The role of generational conflicts within acting ensembles;
● Gender imbalance in theater administration;
● The most challenging phases and obstacles theaters face;
● Why businesses can and should support Ukrainian theater;
● The dynamics of touring schedules in Ukraine and abroad;
● How international audiences perceive Ukrainian theater.
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Oleksiy Nevolov – Chief Administrator of the Ivan Franko National Academic Drama Theater.
Kostiantyn Doroshenko: "Art is not about beauty, but about humanity"
Season 2, Episode 6
In this episode, you will learn about:
● Decolonization processes;
● Stereotypes about Kryvyi Rih;
● The uniqueness of working in small towns;
● The project "The Sun Rises in the West";
● How artists without formal education can enter the national art history narrative.
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Kostiantyn Doroshenko is a Ukrainian critic, publicist, journalist, and curator of art projects in Ukraine, the USA, China, Montenegro, and Kyrgyzstan. He is a member of the International Association of Art Critics (AICA) and the author of books on culture and society, including "By Kyiv Time." Doroshenko is an invited expert of the Research Platform at the PinchukArtCentre and the author and host of the podcast "The Culture of Everything." He is also the curator of the exhibition "The Sun Rises in the West."
Volodymyr Nechiporuk: Ukraine's Chief Hug Therapist
Season 2, Episode 5
In this episode, you will learn:
● How February 24 impacted Volodymyr's activities;
● Plans for Ukrainian Fashion Week after the war;
● The role of fashion in Ukraine's cultural system;
● UFW's strategic vision;
● Why fashion struggles to develop in the regions;
● When a craftsman becomes a designer;
● Success criteria for designers;
● What productivity truly means.
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Volodymyr Nechiporuk is the General Producer of Ukrainian Fashion Week, founder of the advertising agency "RIA-YANKO," a volunteer, and a public and cultural figure.
Iryna Solovey: "Outside-the-Box Thinking as a Criterion for Success"
Season 2, Episode 4
In this episode, you will learn:
● How the full-scale invasion has affected crowdfunding;
● 13 skills of ecosystem leadership and what defines a leader;
● Criteria for a successful project on the Spilnokosht platform;
● What steps are necessary to ensure project success;
● How to start a project in a field where you lack experience;
● Whether the creative economy can develop cities.
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Iryna Solovey is a strategist in social innovation and the president of the NGO Garage Gang (since 2009). She is also the co-founder of the crowdfunding platform Big Idea, the initiator of the business participation club Go BiGGGA!, producer of the CityGen leadership development program, and creator of the team synchronization game City Synergy.
Natalia Bolibrukh: What to Do When Everything Feels Lost?
Season 2, Episode 3
In this episode, you will learn:
● The importance of inclusive environments and the mission of the Zaporyka Charitable Foundation;● How to stay motivated when working on difficult topics and what "vulnerable populations" mean;● How to respond to traumatic stories and why it’s crucial to process emotions, even negative ones;● How to interact with people with disabilities and veterans in public spaces;● A guide to fostering a healthy, inclusive society;● Why staying informed about inclusivity matters and where to find credible information on the topic;● The charitable component of projects.
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Natalia Bolibrukh is a Doctor of Philosophy, public activist, head of the Lviv branch of the Zaporyka Charitable Foundation, co-founder of the Ukrainian Foundation of Classical Music, and producer of the course Gender Approaches in Project Management.
Kyrylo Lipatov and Roman Yermolenko: The Untamed Art Market of Ukraine
Season 2, Episode 2
In this episode, you will learn:
● The principles of forming museum and private collections;
● Who decides which artworks are purchased for museums;
● The responsibilities of private collectors;
● When one can officially call themselves a collector;
● Opportunities to regulate Ukraine's art market;
● How artists can get their work into collections;
● The culture of gifting artworks to private and museum collections.
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Kyrylo Lipatov is a historian and researcher, former head of the scientific department of the Odesa National Museum of Fine Arts. Since the start of the full-scale war, Lipatov has been actively volunteering and working to safeguard cultural heritage sites. His current research focuses on the decolonization of memory spaces and the reevaluation of local identities, especially in his hometown of Odesa.
Roman Yermolenko is a contemporary art collector, businessman, philanthropist, and patron of the arts. An active participant in cultural events in Kryvyi Rih, he has launched the city’s most ambitious construction project, reshaping its landscape and identity.
Kostiantyn Shumskyi: An Art Gallery as a Business Project
Season 2, Episode 1
In this episode, you will learn:
● How to open an art gallery during a full-scale war;
● The journey into the art industry;
● The impact of the war on the demand for art;
● Secrets to establishing collaborations with international partners;
● How an artist can begin working with a gallery owner;
● Kostiantyn Shumskyi’s professional mission.
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Kostiantyn Shumskyi is a graduate of the Key Executive MBA program at the Ukrainian Catholic University's Lviv Business School, an entrepreneur, and the owner of Iconart and Shum Art Gallery.
Serhii Husyatnyk: When Will Imagine Dragons Come to Kryvyi Rih?
Season 1, Episode 5
In the fifth and final episode of KRCC's first podcast season, the guest will discuss:
● What it feels like to be a creative entrepreneur in an industrial city;
● The idea behind founding the Podcast Service UA recording studio, its popularity, and criteria for selecting musicians;
● The image of Kryvyi Rih on Ukraine's cultural map and ways to improve it;
● The benefits of a Study Trip to Lviv for a creative entrepreneur;
● Successful examples of creative businesses in Kryvyi Rih;
● Mental barriers and how to overcome them;
● When Radiohead and Imagine Dragons will perform in Kryvyi Rih;
● The Podcast Service UA studio and the vision for the creative business over the next five years.
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Serhii Husyatnyk is a director and producer with over 10 years of experience in video production. He is the co-founder of Brahmafilms and Podcast Service UA, as well as the producer of the recording studio Rakurs Records. He is also the creator of the YouTube projects Rakurs Records Live and After Live.
Hrysha Nevskiy: Flowers and Techno at the Post Office
Season 1, Episode 4
In the fourth episode, the podcast guest will discuss:
● Building a personal floral brand;
● Challenges and hurdles faced by creative entrepreneurs;
● How local authorities can support entrepreneurs;
● Music preferences and organizing a techno party in Kryvyi Rih;
● Gaining popularity on TikTok and tips for growing your presence there;
● Where to find inspiration for creating content;
● The "Kryvyi" market concept, its popularity, and its future;
● Design projects and artistic endeavors.
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Hrysha Nevskiy is the founder of the floral studio @eezyumflowers, a designer, and an artist. In December 2023, he organized a charity techno party in Kryvyi Rih. In January 2024, he launched the "Kryvyi" market at the main post office. His art has been featured in numerous exhibitions, including projects in the United States.
Iryna Roik: What to Do in Kryvyi Rih Besides Industry?
Season 1, Episode 3
In the third episode, guest Iryna Roik will discuss:
● How to hear the call of your soul and become a civic activist;
● Are there situations with no way out? Stories of failures with unfortunate endings;
● The conference "WE. (Women. Empower.) Inspiring Stories of Women During the War";
● Upcoming projects in Kryvyi Rih that could help develop the city;
● Are people willing to pay for culture?
● What inspires a meaningful life?
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Iryna Roik is a project manager and volunteer involved in educational and cultural initiatives. She volunteers for the "Historical Summer" project by 1KR and the Union of Responsible Citizens. She is the co-organizer of the 2023 conference "Inspiring Stories of Women During the War" in Kryvyi Rih and works with the Nova Ukraine charitable foundation.
Iryna Bozhko: Poroda and Underground – Cultural Layers of Kryvyi Rih
Season 1, Episode 2
In the second episode, guest Iryna Bozhko shares insights on:
● How her interest in poetry began and the creative individuals who shaped her path;
● The Rudi Teksty festival and its role on Ukraine's literary map;
● Opportunities for literary figures in Kryvyi Rih;
● The faces of Kryvyi Rih poetry;
● The Poroda initiative as a local project and underground culture;
● The role of cultural figures in Ukraine's victory;
● Local Kryvyi Rih identity;
● Why we love ATB.
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Iryna Bozhko is a poet and organizer of cultural and artistic events in Kryvyi Rih, as well as the founder of the NGO Poroda. Over three years, her team has hosted 46 events in the city, including concerts, festivals, literary readings, thematic lectures, and workshops. Since the full-scale invasion, all profits from their activities have been donated to support Ukraine's Defense Forces and affected civilians — raising over 160,000 UAH to date.
Kateryna Levchenko: How to Be Interesting to the World and Yourself?
Season 1, Episode 1
In the premiere episode, guest Kateryna Levchenko shares insights on:
● The essence of the "Kryvyi Rih Center for Contemporary Culture / KRCC" project;
● Plans and future prospects for KRCC;
● What attracts cultural figures to Kryvyi Rih;
● Why networking is an essential skill for modern individuals;
● The importance of visiting cultural institutions in other Ukrainian cities;
● What culture in Ukraine might look like after the war.
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Kateryna Levchenko is a cultural manager, grant writer, and art historian from Kryvyi Rih. She is the founder of 39.9gallery, organizer of the RUDA project art residency in Kryvyi Rih, and initiator of the KRCC creation. With 9 years of experience managing cultural and creative projects, Kateryna has worked with the PinchukArtCentre, Kyiv History Museum, Mystetskyi Arsenal, and the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation (UCF).