Media in Progress

Media in Progress


Latest Episodes

Media in Progress Final Episode: An established Kyiv Independent?
August 03, 2022

In the final episode of the Media in Progress podcast series, we follow how the Kyiv Independent has become a world-renowned established media outlet since Russia's full-scale invasion began on Feb. 24, and how our team of journalists continues to work du

Can independent media be sustainable? We want to prove it can
February 12, 2022

The Kyiv Independent aims to be a self-sustaining media company in Ukraine but independence comes with a price. Our commercial team is working hard to tackle the challenge.

Company culture: What can make or break a team
January 27, 2022

As the Kyiv Independent team develops its new media start-up while working around the clock amid an ever-growing threat of Russian invasion, the company needs to create a corporate culture that protects morale and productivity.

Popular protest, inter-elite feuds or Russian intervention: What’s going on in Kazakhstan?
January 13, 2022

As Kazakhstan suppresses anti-government protests with the help of Russian-led troops, the Kyiv Independent closely monitors and reports on a situation that could affect Ukraine’s future

Will Russia invade again?
December 23, 2021

Russia’s invasion threat seen through the eyes of a reporter who knows the consequences of war all too well.

With you on our side
December 16, 2021

How does a new media company with no budget get a website and an office for free? It turns to its supporters.

Who, what, where
December 09, 2021

The newsroom of a nascent publication is separated by borders and time zones, as the threat of a full-blown Russian invasion of Ukraine calls for round-the-clock coverage.

What’s in a name?
December 02, 2021

Finding investors and developing a sustainable business model are high on the to-do list for the ex-Kyiv Post staff. But first, the team has to choose a name for their new media. That proved... difficult.

Our Fight For Independent Journalism in Ukraine
November 25, 2021

When the entire staff of a prominent newspaper in Ukraine gets fired for defending their editorial independence, they do something bold: They launch a brand new media outlet on their own. Join them on this adventure by listening to our new podcast.