Cross-Cultural Communication
Elevating Criticism in Ukraine
A service member discusses different methods of communicating between forces.
Discussing Mistakes and Feedback in Ukraine
A service member discusses feedback and handling mistakes in Ukraine.
Using Local Interpreters in Ukraine
A service member discusses challenges with sourcing local interpreters in Ukraine.
Interacting With Ukrainians
A retired military service member discusses cultural attitudes towards outsiders.
Conversation Topics in Ukraine
A military service member on best practices when conversing with Ukrainians.
Building Rapport in Ukraine
A service member discusses building rapport in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian Language
A retired military service member talks about the relationship between the Ukrainian and Russian languages.
Diversity Abroad
A Peace Corps member discusses dealing with unexpected attention while abroad.
Smiling in Russia
A Russian culture expert talks about some differences between how Russians and Americans interact with strangers.
Seriousness in Ukraine
A Ukrainian national discusses the likely source of “seriousness” in Ukraine.