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Ukraine
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Ukraine War
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Vesti Nedeli
Ekaterinburg
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Munich Security Conference
Iran War
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Berlin
Hungary
Kyiv

Russia Decoded explains how the Kremlin shapes its narrative of current domestic and international events through tightly curated state news broadcasts. Co-hosts Andy Kuchins, a senior fellow at CFTNI and adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins SAIS in Washington, and Chris Monday, a professor of economics at Dongseo University in Busan, South Korea, are veteran observers of Soviet and Russian media. K... more

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Andy Kuchins
Host of the show; co-host; senior fellow at the Center for the National Interest; Johns Hopkins SAIS adjunct professor
Chris Monday
Co-host; professor of economics at Dongseo University

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Podcast on Russia

    Great discision

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    5
    Kniaz 12345
    United States2 months ago
  • Nice

    I like how they didn’t make it seem boring. It was very interesting to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nm12430
    United States4 months ago
  • Podcast on Russia

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kniaz 12345
    United States9 months ago
  • Russia Decoded is great!

    Russia Decoded is most informative and objective take on Russia.

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    5
    ACK213
    United States9 months ago
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    Typical Russophobic garbage

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A strong niche for credibility in geopolitical media analysis.
Insightful breakdown of state media framing makes it useful for sponsors targeting policy-minded audiences.
Some listeners may perceive bias against Western coverage while still valuing rigorous analysis.
Critically analytical and dense; good for guests with deep expertise in media or Russia.

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A analytically driven duo dissects state-controlled messaging from Moscow, focusing on how weekly news roundups shape public understanding of Ukraine, Russia's domestic politics, and international relations. Episodes routinely compare Kremlin coverage to Western reporting, unpack propaganda motifs, and highlight narrative strategies around leaders, allies, and geopolitical moves. The show is notable for its in-depth media literacy, historical context, and clear delineation between official messaging and on-the-ground reality, making it valuable for anyone tracking how state media shapes policy discourse and public opinion.

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