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The Life of Feodor Mikhailovich Dostoyevsky
Episode 152
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Feodor Dostoyevsky is considered one of the literary giants of Russia. His sometimes tragic life inspired many of his incredible writings.…
11 years, 4 months ago
Pyotr Tchaikovsky and the 1812 Overture
Episode 151
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Starting a new series on the culture of Russia, we begin with the legendary composer and musician, Pyotr Tchaikovsky. If you'd like to su…
11 years, 5 months ago
The Mongol Invasion - Did it Really Matter?
Episode 150
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In today's podcast we discuss whether the Mongol Invasion of 1240 had any impact on Russia. If you'd like to support the podcast with a sm…
11 years, 6 months ago
The Crimean War - The Aftermath
Episode 149
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The aftermath of the Crimean War caused a shift in power within Europe with clear winners and losers. If you'd like to support the podcas…
11 years, 7 months ago
The Crimean War - The End
Episode 148
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The war, dragging on for almost 2 years, needed to come to an end. The men were dying of disease and botched military planning. It was tim…
11 years, 7 months ago
The Crimean War - Part Seven
Episode 147
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The Crimean War was now at a standstill with the allies squabbling amongst themselves. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small m…
11 years, 8 months ago
Slap Shot Episode - The Light Brigade
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The Charge of the Light Brigade was a famous incident during the Battle of Balaclava. Today, I read the poem by Alfred, Lord Tennyson and …
11 years, 8 months ago
The Crimean War - Part Six
Episode 146
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The Battles of Balaklava and Inkerman and the Charge of the Light Brigade are covered in today's podcast. If you'd like to support the pod…
11 years, 8 months ago
The Crimean War - Part Five
Episode 145
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The Battle of Alma was a decisive allied win but it gave them a sense of overconfidence that would soon turn to dread. If you'd like to su…
11 years, 9 months ago
The Crimean War - Part Four
Episode 144
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We now cover the beginning of the war and the incompetency of the diplomats and rulers who could have stopped the carnage. If you'd like t…
11 years, 9 months ago