Chapter
The Terrifying History of Baba Yaga and Soviet Cannibalism
09:07 - 15:02 (05:54)
Exploring the terrifying history of Baba Yaga and the Soviet famines that led to cannibalism in Ukraine.
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In the video game 'All Our Asias', by following Anatoly's romance line, players uncover the tragic event of Holodomor- a faminie that took place in Soviet Ukraine between 1932 and 1933, and its historical context relating to World War I.
09:07 - 09:53 (00:45)
Video Games
Summary
In the video game 'All Our Asias', by following Anatoly's romance line, players uncover the tragic event of Holodomor- a faminie that took place in Soviet Ukraine between 1932 and 1933, and its historical context relating to World War I.
ChapterThe Terrifying History of Baba Yaga and Soviet Cannibalism
EpisodeGame Theory: The Grim Lore of Cooking Companions
PodcastGame Theory
The Ukrainian famine, orchestrated by Stalin, led peasants to rebel against the government, resulting in the creation of blacklists of towns that wouldn't receive food.
09:53 - 15:02 (05:08)
Ukrainian Famine
Summary
The Ukrainian famine, orchestrated by Stalin, led peasants to rebel against the government, resulting in the creation of blacklists of towns that wouldn't receive food. The harsh conditions forced people to resort to cannibalism and the folklore being, Baba Yaga, was said to protect a remote cabin where The Choppettes believe the spirit can be passed on to another person if killed.