1.8 Political Profile: Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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Explore the extraordinary journey of Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who transformed from a popular television comedian and actor into the President of Ukraine. Born in Soviet Ukraine, Zelenskyy rose through the entertainment industry before winning a historic landslide victory in 2019 on an anti-corruption platform. This podcast delves into his early life, career in comedy and television, including his iconic role in Servant of the People, and his remarkable rise to power. It highlights his courageous leadership during Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, reshaping his country's future and earning global recognition as a wartime statesman.