Episode 16 | How Ukraine and Nature Inspires Author (and Co-Host) Kaitlin Vitt

20/09/2022 31 min

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Episode Synopsis

Kaitlin released an updated edition of her book Planted: Stories From Manitoba’s Natural World, with proceeds supporting humanitarian aid in Ukraine. In this episode, Hannah talks with Kaitlin about the inspiration behind the book, her connection to nature, and how Kaitlin’s Ukrainian heritage has shaped her writing and life.What Else You’ll Hear- An overview of what you’ll read in Planted- What’s been updated since Kaitlin released the first edition five years ago- Hannah’s takeaways from the book- Kaitlin’s favourite nature memory from Ukraine- What organizations Planted proceeds are supportingResources- Purchase Planted via e-transfer or by credit card- Organizations Planted is supporting (with more to come!): Ukrainian Patriot, Cobblestone Freeway Foundation, Lifeline Ukraine, Come Back Alive- Follow Vsi on Instagram and FacebookMusic- A big thanks to Joryj Kłoc for letting us use “Poltavśkyj Sotnyk” as Vsi’s theme song