On this episode of the Long History Short Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Mara Hunter to discuss the history of the Sea of Azov, Russia's ambitions for the sea, how Azov affects global markets and trade infrastructure, and the future of the Ukraine War.For some more on the Ukraine War and the Sea of Azov, check out this article: https://lieber.westpoint.edu/carving-up-ukraine-what-about-the-azov-sea/ Here's some on the role of Orthodoxy in the conflict: https://www.v-theo.net/the-russia-ukraine-conflict-and-the-role-of-the-orthodox-church-a-documentary/ More on the hist ...