DW, LA Times Studios, and Futuro Studios Launch Podcast on Latin American Volunteers in Ukraine
DW, LA Times Studios, and Futuro Studios have launched a new podcast series titled "Call Sign Condor: Latino Soldiers Fighting in Ukraine" and its Spanish-language counterpart, "Alias Cóndor: Soldados Latinos en la Guerra de Ucrania." This collaborative project delves into the motivations and experiences of Latin American volunteers who have traveled to Ukraine to fight in the ongoing conflict. The series, hosted by DW International Correspondent Carolina Chimoy, is based on nearly three years of her reporting from Ukraine and over a year of dedicated work on this specific project. It features interviews, recordings, and first-hand material from these soldiers, exploring their lives before the war, their reasons for joining, and their experiences on the front lines. The podcast aims to provide deeply personal stories that go beyond the battlefield, covering themes of fear, loss, belonging, purpose, and love. The first episodes are now available on dw.com, latimes.com/podcasts, major podcast platforms, and ...
