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Back to the Beginning
Episode 207
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Today, I will be returning to the beginning of the podcast with a rerun of episode 1, but with lots more new history to share about Russia…
5 years, 2 months ago
The History of Ukraine - Part Two
Episode 206
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Today, we finish up the history of Ukraine and its relationship with Russia. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly don…
5 years, 3 months ago
The History of Ukraine and its Relationship to Russia - Part One
Episode 205
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Today, we begin a new series with an overview of the history of Ukraine and its relationship to Russia. If you'd like to support the podca…
5 years, 8 months ago
Siberia - Women and Children
Episode 204
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In our final look at Siberia, we focus on the lives of both women and children in the gulag system developed by the Soviets. If you'd like…
5 years, 10 months ago
Siberia - Opportunity, Torment, and Captivity
Episode 203
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Today, we recount the harsh life living in Siberian prisons and gulags. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation…
5 years, 11 months ago
Siberia - Part One
Episode 202
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Siberia is a mythical, magical, and intimidating place. Discover the mystery of this part of Russia. If you'd like to support the podcast …
6 years, 1 month ago
Ivan Grozny - The First Russian Tsar
Episode 201
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In our review of the Russian rulers of old, we turn our eyes to Ivan IV, the first and most controversial of all of the Russian Tsar's. If…
6 years, 1 month ago
Musings of a Russian History Podcaster
Episode 200
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After 200 numbered episodes, I decided to share my feelings about the journey, and that, I have decided to return to producing regular epi…
6 years, 3 months ago
Why Did the Soviet Union Collapse
Episode 199
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In 1991, the Soviet Union collapsed in spectacular fashion. What were the causes that led to such a rapid dissolution? Find out what I fee…
6 years, 3 months ago
The 1991 Soviet Coup d'etat Attempt
Episode 198
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In 1991, the Gang of Eight tried to overthrow the Soviet government and oust Mikhail Gorbachev. Find out why they failed miserably and acc…
6 years, 5 months ago