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Russia Unfiltered

Russia Unfiltered
Russia
Moscow
Moscow, Russia
United Russia
Russian Language
Russia Economy
Housing
Sanctions
Masculinity
Telegram
Infrastructure
Livability
Multiculturalism
Yekaterinburg, Russia
Russian Ruble
Immersion
District Heating
Tbilisi
Istanbul
Western Policy

Russia Unfiltered is an English-language podcast recorded inside Russia and hosted by three Brits who call the country home. Each episode dives into life on the ground, from everyday culture and history to politics and global headlines, with first-hand insight you can only get from being inside the country.

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Latest Episodes

James C Pearce, Jeremy Morris and Jonny Tickle examine the sudden mobile internet outages across central Moscow and what they reveal about how a hyper-digital city functions when connectivity breaks down. They discuss the practical consequences, from... more

Jonny Tickle is joined in person by Jeremy Morris for a rare walk-and-talk episode recorded in Moscow at the end of his research trip. They discuss first impressions from Moscow, Penza and St Petersburg, focusing on the small, everyday details that a... more

Jonny Tickle, Jeremy Morris and James C Pearce discuss two major developments shaping Russia in 2026: the sustainability of the wartime economy and the potential shutdown of Telegram.

The first half of the episode examines a recent Economist article... more

James C Pearce, Jeremy Morris and Jonny Tickle discuss Russian emigration past and present, asking how today’s departures compare with earlier waves that followed the Revolution, the Second World War and the late Soviet period. They explore who leave... more

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Hosts

Jonny Tickle
Host of the show, central voice introducing the theory; long-running host with on-the-ground Russia experience.
Jeremy Morris
Host of Russia Unfiltered; co-host providing insights and analysis.
James Pearce
Host of Russia Unfiltered; co-host providing context and comparison with other systems.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Russia unresearched

    Even once you’ve gotten past the continuous talking over each other, points leading to nowhere and obvious lack of any kind of research or plan, it’s still hard to ignore the fact this podcast really does just sound like a bunch of drunk English blokes sat at the end of a bar. The trio clearly think of themselves as having some sort of superior insight into the country because they’re part of a privileged few who can still risk being in the country. There’s plenty of great russia podcasts with r... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Thomas W.B
    United Kingdom23 days ago
  • Content 10/10, audio quality. 3/10

    Guys please just get some proper microphones. In every other way this is an impeccable show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigelFarage
    Germany4 months ago
  • *Russia Filtered Propaganda

    There, fixed it for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bill the Bug Guy
    United States5 months ago
  • A thinly veiled pro-Russian echo chamber

    The conversation is heavily opinionated and riddled with bias, clearly sympathetic to Russia, yet cloaked in a pretense of neutrality. It feels like a barroom chat built on hearsay and dubious sources (“I heard this,” “I read somewhere,” often misinformation), all steering toward the same tired conclusion: Russia is great. The lack of critical thinking and the constant deflection make it hard to take seriously.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    IBors2
    United Kingdom5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listener feedback often notes strong on-the-ground reporting and candid debates, with praise for practical insights and vivid life-in-Russia descriptions.
Criticism centers on perceived bias or echo-chamber tendencies and calls for more critical sourcing or external perspectives.

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Apple Podcasts
#250
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#141
Japan/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#167
Russia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#223
Colombia/News/Politics

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Frequently Asked Questions About Russia Unfiltered

What is Russia Unfiltered about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Three British hosts report from inside Russia, combining on-the-ground anecdotes with sharp analysis of politics, society, and everyday life. Recent episodes balance macroeconomic observations, policy shifts, and how information flows are shaped by state influence, with lots of emphasis on lived experience—from inflation and consumer behavior to housing, language, and cultural dynamics. Notable strengths include a candid, dialog-driven format that pairs practical observations with broader context, plus a willingness to challenge conventional narratives from the West with first-hand perspective. This makes it useful for listeners who want insider color on current events in Russia, as well as for sponsors and potential guests seeking a bold, ... more

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Russia Unfiltered launched 6 months ago and published 17 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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