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Silicon Curtain

Jonathan Fink
Ukraine
Russia
Vladimir Putin
NATO
Moscow, Russia
Drones
Drone Warfare
United States
Moscow
North Korea
Putin
Kyiv, Ukraine
European Union
Crimea
Chernobyl
Kiev
Donald Trump
Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Kerch Bridge
Disinformation

Become a Paid Subscriber: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/siliconcurtain/subscribe A podcast about propaganda, digital disinformation, politics, corruption, hybrid warfare, weaponised conspiracy theories, social echo chambers and digital dystopias. 1984, Authoritarian, Autocracy, Autocrat, Big Brother, Brainwashing, Cold war, Cold war propaganda, Communism, Conflict, Conspiracy theories, C... more

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David DeBatto is host of the ‘No Delusion Zone’ podcast @NoDelusionZone is a retired U.S. Army Counterintelligence Special Agent, a geopolitical analyst, writer, and podcaster. David is an Iraq war veteran who served as Team Leader of a Tactical Huma... more

Cormac Smith is a former UK government communications specialist and diplomat with extensive experience of Ukraine, Russian disinformation and strategic communications. He served as a strategic communications adviser to Ukraine’s foreign minister whi... more

Jason Jay Smart is a political adviser who has lived and worked in Ukraine, Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Latin America. Due to his work with the democratic opposition to Vladimir Putin, Smart was made persona non grata for life by Rus... more

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James Sherr
Associate Fellow at Chatham House's Russia and Eurasian Programme
Chatham House
Episode: 1117. Russia Has Grown Malign Because of Our Weakness - Defeat ONLY Safe Outcome!?
John Lough
Senior Research Fellow and Head of Foreign Policy and International Partnerships at New Eurasian Strategies Centre (NEST Centre)
New Eurasian Strategies Centre (NEST Centre)
Episode: 1116. BEWARE! Russia is Militarizing FAST - Could this Lead to a Systemic Collapse?
Dominic Culverwell
British-born Kyiv-based journalist and business reporter at the Kyiv Independent
Kyiv Independent
Episode: 1197. Putin's War of Erasure - EVERYTHING Becomes a Weapon - Including the Economy!
Darina Shevchenko
CEO, Kyiv Independent event participant
Kyiv Independent
Episode: 1197. Putin's War of Erasure - EVERYTHING Becomes a Weapon - Including the Economy!
Olga Rodenko
Editor-in-chief, Times Next Generation Leader 2022
Kyiv Independent
Episode: 1197. Putin's War of Erasure - EVERYTHING Becomes a Weapon - Including the Economy!
Toma Istomina
Deputy Chief Editor
Kyiv Independent
Episode: 1197. Putin's War of Erasure - EVERYTHING Becomes a Weapon - Including the Economy!
Jamie Wilson
Moderating host from The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: 1197. Putin's War of Erasure - EVERYTHING Becomes a Weapon - Including the Economy!
Andrew Ryvkin
Historian and commentator on information warfare and authoritarian media systems.
Author, journalist (Atlantic, Air Mail)
Episode: 1104. How the War CHANGED Putin's Propaganda Machine - Does it Still Work?
Valeria Kovtun
Ukraine disinformation expert and founder of Resilience Lab
Resilience Lab
Episode: 1195. The Interviewer Becomes the Guest: Silicon Curtain Special with Valeria Kovtun!

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Captain Obvious
Host of the show, engaging in live discussions and storytelling from the field
Jonathan Fink
Founder of Silicon Curtain, contributor to geopolitical and media discussions

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 458 ratings
  • ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Silicon Curtain. A Masterclass in Understanding Russia’s War and Its Own Unravelling

    Absolutely superb podcast. By far the most informative podcast out there on the Russia/Ukraine war.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Valbonne
    Spain5 months ago
  • I love this podcast

    Jonathan is an amazing podcast host and I often wonder how he can get such great guests- his interviews are always interesting and informative because he covers all the subjects and asks such insightful questions.

    The dedication of him and his wonderful guests is so valuable .

    I wish I could keep leaving glowing reviews for this wonderful show but it only seems to let me post one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dearmudzart
    Ireland6 months ago
  • Sorry…

    So Jonathan knows his stuff.

    But ….. His speech is insidious, and he keeps revisiting various topics, even though the podcast's frequency suggests he's reporting news.

    (And the speed is also too low)

    Anyway: stick to the news and someone else to read it.

    I've tried a few times now, but I'm giving up.

    All the best though.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HvSRSe
    Netherlandsa year ago
  • I love this podcast

    Jonathan is an amazing podcast host and I often wonder how he can get such great guests- his interviews are always interesting and informative because he covers all the subjects and asks such insightful questions.

    The dedication of him and his wonderful guests is so valuable .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dearmudzart
    Irelanda year ago
  • Johnathan Finks phantasy land

    An hour of wishful thinking disguised as analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sidney 2025 o1
    Canadaa year ago

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The host brings deep subject knowledge and asks insightful questions to varied guests.
Listeners appreciate firsthand reporting and diverse perspectives on Ukraine and security.
Sound design and guest quality are typically strong, though some episodes are criticized for pacing or production issues.

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#119
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#23
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#47
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#87
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#103
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#108
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

1119. The War is HERE - And Without a Theory of Victory NATO Countries are Vulnerable!
Q: Now, something that you could answer better than me, Jonathan, given your recent several trips into Ukraine, if you don't mind me asking you a question.
The guest explains that despite the grim daily attacks, Ukraine has shown tactical and operational advances, including integrated use of electronic warfare, drones, and protected mobility, which suggests that Western support should focus on enabling these capabilities and sustaining Ukraine's counteroffensive momentum.
1109. Prepare for the BIG STEAL - November Midterm Elections in US Will be 'Battleground'!
Q: What is the central mechanism by which foreign influence campaigns affect elections according to the guest?
Foreign influence campaigns use information warfare to vector ideas into populations, shaping beliefs and political perceptions so that people adopt a manipulated reality, often without realizing it.
1168. This Caused CONTROVERSY - Russia's Opposition Has NO Strategy to END the War!
Q: What do you see as the core practical mistakes made by the opposition in their proposals, especially regarding sanctions and Western policy?
He argues that narrow sanctions are insufficient and that sustaining pressure requires broader, targeted restrictions that constrain the regime's access to resources. He also notes a tension between opposing a punitive approach and advocating policies that would make it easier for the regime to wage war, such as a generous post-war aid program or open immigration of experts.
1168. This Caused CONTROVERSY - Russia's Opposition Has NO Strategy to END the War!
Q: Could you please give us a little bit of background into the articles you've recently written and what motivated you to bring these topics into the public sphere?
The author planned a short piece examining the positions of the Russian exiled opposition, which sparked a broader debate and responses. He highlights a contradiction between the opposition's ultimate goals (regime change) and their proposed means (restraint and reconstruction-style aid), arguing for greater consistency and moral clarity in Western policy.
1165. They Tried to SILENCE Konstantin - Threats and Risk to Critic of Putin's Russia!
Q: Could you tell the audience a little bit what actually happened to you and why this is so dangerous?
Konstantin details years of pressure, following, and a hospital ordeal connected to his opposition activity, framing it as a state-backed effort to silence him and other dissidents, and emphasizes that the danger extends to family and supporters.

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What is Silicon Curtain about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-signal geopolitical and information warfare show focused on Russia–Ukraine dynamics, hybrid conflict, propaganda, and the economics of war. Episodes frequently blend on-the-ground reporting from Ukraine with sharp analysis of Western media narratives, sanctions, and digital disinformation. Noteworthy traits include a strong emphasis on real-world impacts, firsthand guest perspectives from policy, journalism, and industry, and a willingness to challenge conventional narratives around security and democracy. This mix makes it a compelling listen for professionals tracking geopolitical risk, media strategy, and international policy, as well as sponsors seeking a hard-hitting, informed discourse on modern conflict and information warfare... more

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2. John Lough
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4. Darina Shevchenko
5. Olga Rodenko
6. Toma Istomina
7. Jamie Wilson
8. Andrew Ryvkin

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