Cold coffee Холодна кава - the Ukrainian podcast from Petersfield

In Episode 12 of the Cold Coffee podcast, host Iva Lomas spoke with her guest, Anna, who shared her first-hand experience of assembling an emergency grab-bag in Ukraine back in 2022, and how she is now approaching her preparations whilst living in the UK. Anna's stark transition from wartime survival to British peacetime readiness perfectly highlights why practical, self-reliant civilian preparation is so critical in today's world.

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In this episode of the podcast "Cold Coffee" Iva Lomas, we talk about the pubs in Britain: why they are loved, and what might seem unusual to Ukrainians.

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In this episode of the podcast "Cold Coffee" Iva Lomas, we talk about the pubs in Britain: why they are loved, and what might seem unusual to Ukrainians.

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Welcome to a new episode of the Kholodna Kava (Cold Coffee) podcast with your host, Iva Lomas. In this open and heartfelt conversation on creativity and visibility across social media, Iva is joined by talented artist Olha Son, who originally hails from Odesa and is now based in the UK. Together, they explore whether building an online presence is a mere waste of time or an indispensable bridge for artists seeking to connect with their true audience, navigate self-doubt, and sustain their creative voice.

Throughout the episode, Olha shares an essential insight: overcoming the fear of public...

It was a classic case of love at first sight, the kind of whirlwind romance that sweeps you off your feet, bridging the gap between Ukrainian warmth and Spanish passion. But as any Brit who has ever traded a rainy afternoon for a summer in Madrid knows, holiday romances face a stark reality check when real life steps in. Beneath the sun-drenched facade of Spanish life, family ties don’t just run deep—they frequently overrun personal boundaries, turning what seemed like a dream partnership into a crowded house where three was always a crowd.

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In this heartfelt episode of the Cold Coffee (Kholodna Kava) podcast, host Iva Lomas sits down with Svitlana Naumova to delve into what genuine solidarity looks like between Ukrainians abroad and those navigating daily life back home. Amidst the ongoing challenges, they explore the deeply touching ways direct support from the UK brings warmth and dignity to people and internally displaced families (IDPs) across Ukraine. Beyond practical aid, the conversation highlights the vital emotional bridges that dismantle the distance and ease the burden of guilt often carried by those in emigration.

"A Rest from Shelling": English Speaking...

In this episode of the Cold Coffee podcast, host Iva Lomas sat down to dissect a crucial economic reality for the diaspora: how English proficiency directly dictates earning potential in the UK. For expats in the UK and the Ukrainian community alike, language skills are the ultimate catalyst for career mobility. Navigating the British job market without a solid command of the language often restricts arrivals to entry-level roles—such as warehousing, agriculture, or hospitality—where compensation sits at the National Living Wage. While these positions offer a vital starting point, breaking parity with the broader domestic workforce requires a str...

From surviving the horrors of Bucha to rebuilding a career and life in the United Kingdom — a powerful story of resilience, trauma, and hope.

In this episode of the "Cold Coffee" podcast, host Iva Lomas talks with Anna, a Ukrainian lawyer whose family narrowly survived being shot at by Russian troops in their car while attempting to flee Bucha during the early weeks of the war.

Tragedies that reshape nations and shatter everyday life leave lasting scars — just as 9/11 forever changed America, the ongoing war in Ukraine continues to destroy homes, lives, and the sense of s...

Is finding true love in a foreign land a matter of luck, or is it about the values we carry within us? In this soul-searching Episode 5 of the Cold Coffee Podcast, Iva Lomas explores the profound journey of a Ukrainian woman navigating the heart of Britain.

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From the picturesque, tradition-steeped streets of Petersfield to the complexities of modern dating, we ask the questions that truly matter: How do you bridge the gap between two different worlds without losing yourself? What are the relationship red flags that speak louder than words? And most...

Is it possible to truly integrate into a new society without mastering its language? In this episode of Cold Coffee with Iva Lomas we explore the profound journey of adult education in the UK  and why learning English is the cornerstone of adaptation for refugees. Emigration poses challenges for us, and English after 40 often becomes the main barrier.

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What does it feel like to feel connected to home while being thousands of kilometers away? In the third episode of the Cold Coffee podcast, we go to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day 24 August.

How do Ukrainians maintain their identity while building a new life in the United Kingdom?  It’s more than just a holiday—it’s a powerful statement of resilience, unity, and the deep bond between our two nations.

Why Ukrainian Culture & Language Matter

Preserving our heritage is vital for every Ukrainian living abroad. We discuss the importance of learning and speakin...

How do Ukrainian teenagers adapt to life in emigration? In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of young Ukrainians in Warsaw who are turning the challenges of displacement into an opportunity for growth.

We are joined by Svitlana Mialyk (Світлана Мялик) and Iva Lomas (Іва Ломас) to discuss a vital educational project: a Media School for Ukrainian youth. This isn't just about learning technical skills; it’s a lifeline for teenagers navigating the complexities of living abroad.

Ukrainian Youth: Adapting in Poland

Behind every headline about the war in Ukraine, there is a generation of young people navigating the q...

In this episode of the podcast Cold Coffee Iva Lomas, we talk about the strength that children give us in the most difficult times. My guest is Maria Kotul, the leader of the Ukrainian children's choir, a person who, through music and creativity, helps young Ukrainians find support. Interview with Maria Kotul about the creation of a Ukrainian children's choir in Britain.

It was difficult for me to adapt in Britain, but when I see the eyes of children - everything becomes much easier!

How did the children's choir become a salvation for both the c...

From 2025, Great Britain (UK) will implement a digital system of border control and migration. An electronic visa (e-visa) will be used to cross the UK border for entry instead of physical documents such as plastic biometric cards (BRP/BRC) and visa stickers. E-visa is an online record of your immigration status and conditions of stay in the UK. It shows that you have the right to legally stay in the UK, as well as what visa or status you have and until what date it is valid.

In this edition Iva Repnytska goes into the process in...

From 2025, Great Britain (UK) will implement a digital system of border control and migration. An electronic visa (e-visa) will be used to cross the UK border for entry instead of physical documents such as plastic biometric cards (BRP/BRC) and visa stickers. E-visa is an online record of your immigration status and conditions of stay in the UK. It shows that you have the right to legally stay in the UK, as well as what visa or status you have and until what date it is valid.

In this edition Iva Repnytska discusses the issues with two...

 A Ukrainian woman with a mathematical education opened a vegan cafe in London

When you see this pink establishment, it seems that everything should be light and airy, like in dreams or like a light cake with coffee. But in fact, this ease turned out to be hard work.

Iva Repnytska, met with Lisa, the owner of a coffee shop in London, which opened just a year ago.

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Ukrainian culture is full of various holidays and traditions. Some of them date back to pre-Christian times.

Ivan Kupala is a traditional Slavic holiday that existed long before the baptism of Kyivan Rus. Kupala was one of the annual mermaids, which began on the day of the solstice in June. The last day - Horpina Kupalnytsia fell on July 6, and Kupala began after lunch and lasted all night. 

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 In previous editions of the podcast, journalist Iva Repnytska said that she came to Petersfield in June 2022. All the difficulties experienced by emigrants and refugees from the experience of a Ukrainian woman - you can listen here in Ukrainian and read the translation in English.

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Every Ukrainian wants to say this expression - Ukraine has won and the war is over.

But today Iva Repnytska, a Ukrainian journalist, shares in her podcast "Cold Coffee" about Ukrainian football and the difficulties faced by Ukrainian athletes.

Do you know how many football players died during the 2 years of war in Ukraine? Where and when was the "Death Match" and what did the propaganda make of it? What did Ukrainian coach Andriy Shevchenko bring to Germany to show the Europeans all the horror that Ukrainians are experiencing now? 

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Poland became the first salvation for Ukrainians when the war started. According to various data, between 3 and 5 million Ukrainians found refuge in Poland.

Poland is one of the few European countries that has not yet formally regulated the status of Ukrainian refugees for the period after June 30, 2024. However, the government's initiatives regarding its continuation are already known and widely discussed.

Today Iva Repnytska will talk to her guest from Warsaw, Poland in Ukrainian podcast "Cold Coffee". Svitlana is a Ukrainian journalist who had to save her life and the lives of her nephews from the...

Today, Iva Repnytska spoke with Ukrainian Olya and she shared about Kharkiv. A large city in Ukraine, which today suffers from bombs every day.

You saw her in a play at the local theatre in Petersfield. When you meet this young woman, she will often be smiling and full of energy. She likes to dance and draw, plays in the theatre and participates in charity events to support Ukraine in Britain.

But lately, Olya has been watching the news more and more often. Terrible events are taking place in her city in Ukraine. Kharkiv. Listen...

 The 3 most famous facts about Ukraine

What did you know about Ukraine before the war started?

It is a pity that only with the beginning of the war, most of the countries of the world began to learn about Ukraine the facts that reveal this wonderful country. In this new programme of the Ukrainian podcast "Cold Coffee", Iva Repnytska invited guests who told about interesting facts about Ukraine.

Where was the world's largest plane (AN-225) born? Is there a queen in Ukraine? Why are some Ukrainians so a...

Most of the children from Ukraine came to Britain in May or June 2022. Children and parents felt stressed after the start of the war and thought about saving their lives. Only when they were safe did parents start thinking about their children's education.
In the new episode of the "Cold Coffee" podcast, Iva Repnytska talked to Ukrainian Tetyana about her son, all the problems related to school and the child's dreams of becoming a famous football player.

How much do Ukrainians pay for their children's education in Britain? Sport in the life of a schoolboy...

In today's Ukrainian podcast, Iva Repnytska is joined by another Ukrainian, Kateryna, and they talk about how Ukrainians can start recovering from stress, start living, and not postpone life until Ukraine wins. Kateryna shared that she and her children came to Britain from Mykolaiv and how difficult it was to start life from the beginning, and after almost 2 years she met her husband in Britain and opened her heart to him. Will a Ukrainian woman allow herself love during the war? Can a Ukrainian woman just be happy?

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In this podcast Petersfield based Ukrainian Iva Repnytska tells us the story of how she left her home behind and travelled here via Poland.  She shares the difficulties and fears engendered by the war and by trying to restart her life in a new country.

Now through this Ukrainian podcast she seeks to help others struggling to cope.

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2 years of war in Ukraine

In this edition we will talk about how to start living again after your life has stopped after the start of the war.

"This is a podcast where we can talk with you about different problems, about different lives and how we live abroad. This is for us Ukrainians. I remind you that I have been in Britain since June 2022 and have lived through various different stages of my life. The first year was the most difficult, when you feel that you can't get out of bed, you can't do...

Introducing the latest "Cold Coffee" podcast  in which we will talk about experience of the Ukrainian Valentina to get a job at the Petersfield hospital.

Medicine in Britain is regulated by the National Health Service (NHS). It is a state-funded system. It provides free or low-cost healthcare to all citizens and permanent residents of the United Kingdom.

Ukrainians can also receive such assistance, also free of charge. The system is financed from taxes that citizens "automatically" pay, and not from private insurance. In Germany, for example, there is insurance medicine.

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In today's Ukrainian podcast "Cold Coffee", the author Iva Repnytska talked about an outstanding event in the cultural life of Ukraine - winning the first "Oscar" in the history of Ukraine.

For the first time in the history of Ukrainian cinema, the film "20 Days in Mariupol" directed by Mstislav Chernov won the "Oscar" award, winning in the "Best Documentary" category.

You can watch "20 days in Mariupol" online on streaming services:

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Phill Humphries talks to Iva and Irena about her new podcast for the Ukranian community 

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Iva and Iryna talk about education and give us a short less in Ukrainian greetings.

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