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Matryoshka of Lies

Ukrainska Pravda
Russian Colonialism
Ukraine
NATO
Soviet Union
Colonialism
Human Rights
Russophobia
Imperial Innocence
Crimea
Ashashlik
Kazakh Famine
Ukrainian Resistance
Russia
Kazakhstan
Ewa Thompson
Oksana Zabuzhko
Tolstoy
Bashkort
Catherine the Great
Putin

Ukraine's not the first one. Russia's colonial grip has choked nations for centuries. Gaslighting, invading, erasing. But this time, the world is watching. Dive into "Matryoshka of Lies" with Maksym Eristavi, a Ukrainian author, and Ukrainska Pravda. Unpack the myths, expose the truth. The empire will fall.

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This episode of Matryoshka of Lies uncovers Russia’s brutal colonial history in Alaska, marked by massacres, enslavement, and resource extraction from Indigenous populations, as highlighted by journalist Casey Michel. Filmmaker Oleksiy Radynski urges... more

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This episode explores the concept of "Russophobia" and how it is used to silence criticism and maintain control. Painting the victims as Russophobic has always been part of the crime, as vividly illustrated by Professor Timothy Snyder’s 2023 testimon... more

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This episode explores the concept of "Imperial Innocence" with Dr. Botakoz Kassymbekova, a prominent Qazaq thinker. We delve into how Russia perpetuates the image of a victimized nation to justify its history of brutal invasions and ongoing coloniali... more

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This episode of Matryoshka of Lies exposes the brutal reality of Russian colonialism in Crimea (Qirim) and Georgia (Sakartvelo) and explores how Western academia, influenced by Russian narratives, has failed to recognize it. We delve into the reasons... more

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Casey Michel
Journalist focused on colonial narratives
Episode: Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 6: Ending Empire feat. Casey Michel, Marci Shore and Oleksiy Radynski
Oleksiy Radynski
Ukrainian filmmaker and anti-colonial voice
Episode: Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 6: Ending Empire feat. Casey Michel, Marci Shore and Oleksiy Radynski
Dr. Marci Shore
Yale historian of modern European intellectual history
Yale University
Episode: Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 6: Ending Empire feat. Casey Michel, Marci Shore and Oleksiy Radynski
Diana T. Kudaibergen
Prominent Kazakh researcher of colonialism and a sociologist at the University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge
Episode: Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 5: Russophobia feat. Diana T. Kudaibergen and Viktoriia Grivina
Viktoriia Grivina
Ukrainian writer recognized for documenting Russian colonial crimes
Episode: Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 5: Russophobia feat. Diana T. Kudaibergen and Viktoriia Grivina
Dr. Botakoz Kassymbekova
Prominent Kazakh thinker and voice in Russian imperialism and colonialism
Episode: Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 4: Imperial Innocence feat. Botakoz Kassymbekova
Ewa Thompson
Professor at Rice University and best-selling author in Ukraine
Episode: Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 2: Supremacy feat. Ewa Thompson and Oksana Zabuzhko
Oksana Zabuzhko
Famous Ukrainian writer, recognizable abroad
Episode: Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 2: Supremacy feat. Ewa Thompson and Oksana Zabuzhko
Oleksandr Polianichev
Ukrainian historian who shared insights on the misconceptions surrounding Russian colonialism
Episode: Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 1: Confusion feat. Oleksandr Polianichev, Azamat Junisbai, and Botakoz Kassymbekova

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Maksym Eristavi
Ukrainian journalist and author focused on exposing truths regarding Russian colonial narratives and supporting Ukrainian resilience.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 146 ratings
  • Must-Listen Material

    The best podcast I’ve heard that discusses colonialism in nuanced ways that North American often don’t know about or purposefully ignore. This is must-listen material for anyone in the west who claims to be anti-imperial.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nic_olson
    Canada10 months ago
  • Absolutely brilliant

    Full of detail and explanation of the Russia’s hidden long history of colonialism. Well worth your time, especially if you want to better understand why Ukrainians are fighting and why #TheEmpire MustFall

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mabbes1408
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Superb

    Always useful to listen to Maksym Eristavi talk about imperialism, how it shows itself and its effects, and even more so with the expert guests he's invited onto this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zebsdee
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The amount of critical knowledge shared in these short episodes is staggering

    Critically important podcast about mostly unknown mass crimes committed by Russia on neighbouring nations, be it based on race, culture, language or just their liberty, always perceived as a threat by the aggressor. Journalist Maksym Eristavi, aided by well selected researchers of these events guides through complex and for ages hidden crimes of an empire which must fall, because it has repeatedly proven unable to change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeSture86
    Germanya year ago
  • Great information

    It is a (little too) short, but very important podcast about the colonial mind set of the russian umpire and its following states.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    andriku
    Germanya year ago

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There is recognition of the need for a broader understanding of Russian colonialism and its contemporary repercussions as articulated by the host and guests.
Many highlight the podcast as essential listening for understanding the historical context of the current geopolitical climate involving Russia and Ukraine.

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Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 6: Ending Empire feat. Casey Michel, Marci Shore and Oleksiy Radynski
Q: Why is there still no revolution in Russia?
Dr. Shore suggests there's a disconnect between the intelligentsia and the people, making revolutionary change challenging.
Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 6: Ending Empire feat. Casey Michel, Marci Shore and Oleksiy Radynski
Q: What shocked you to discover about the history of Russian colonialism?
Many of the crimes committed during Russian colonization in Alaska remain underappreciated and are not well known.

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What is Matryoshka of Lies about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the historical and contemporary implications of Russian colonialism, the content rigorously examines the narratives and practices that have shaped Russian imperialism over time. Commonly featured themes include the psychological impacts of Russophobia, the historical context of significant events like the Kazakh famine, and personal stories highlighting the struggles of colonized peoples, especially in relation to Ukraine. Experts and scholars provide deep insights into the forms of cultural violence and colonial legacy that continue to affect contemporary geopolitics, making it a vital resource for those interested in understanding the broader implications of colonial narratives in today's world, and the nuanced relationships b... more

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1. Casey Michel
2. Oleksiy Radynski
3. Dr. Marci Shore
4. Diana T. Kudaibergen
5. Viktoriia Grivina
6. Dr. Botakoz Kassymbekova
7. Ewa Thompson
8. Oksana Zabuzhko

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