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The Eurasian Knot

The Eurasian Knot
Sesame Street
Russian Revolution
Ukraine
Vladimir Lenin
Russian Folklore
Muppets In Moscow
Soviet Union
Cold War
Russian Literature
Genealogy
Tolerance and Compassion
Post-Soviet Era
Russia
Environmental History
Russian History
Defectors
Soviet Repression
Mennonites
Violence In Politics
Anti-Imperialism

To many, Russia, and the wider Eurasia, is a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma. But it doesn’t have to be. The Eurasian Knot dispels the stereotypes and myths about the region with lively and informative interviews on Eurasia’s complex past, present, and future. New episodes drop weekly with an eclectic mix of topics from punk rock to Putin, and everything in-between. Subscribe on you... more

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There are many stereotypes about Russia. But perhaps one of the strangest is that Russians prefer a strong hand, are politically passive, even apolitical, and rebellion just isn’t in their DNA. This belief requires a hefty dose of historical amnesia.... more

After 1917, San Francisco’s small Russian community exploded with new arrivals. Over the next decade, thousands quit Soviet Russia, often via the Far East or China, to escape revolution and civil war. Arrival in America, however, was only the beginni... more

What power do jokes have in authoritarian societies? I’ve been thinking about this recently as Trump further consolidates power. Turn on any American late night show and it’s one joke about Trump after another. It’s easy for comedians. The Trump joke... more

Games have a long history. Several are centuries old. But a new crop of games has emerged over the last century. Elaborate board games, role playing games, and of course, video games. Today, video games are one of the most consumed forms of media ent... more

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Recent Guests

Nina Bogdan
Historian and cultural preservationist, author of Before We Disappear into Oblivion, San Francisco's Russian Diaspora from Revolution to Cold War
McGill-Queen's University Press
Episode: Russians in San Francisco
Jon Waterlow
PhD in History at Oxford; Author of 'It's Only a Joke, Comrade'
Episode: Soviet Jokes Under Stalin
Daniil Leiderman
Art historian and game studies expert, focusing on underground and protest art and culture in video games.
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: Video Games of Eastern Europe
James Harris
Senior lecturer in modern European history at Leeds University, specializing in the history of Stalinism.
Leeds University
Episode: From Great Fear to the Great Terror
Shaun Richman
Historian of US labor and American communism with a focus on union organizing
University of Illinois Press
Episode: Communists and NY's Hotel Workers Union
Daniel Schwartz
Associate professor in Russian and German cinemas at McGill University.
McGill University
Episode: City Symphonies
Jeff Hawn
Graduate of American University School of International Service and PhD candidate at London School of Economics
London School of Economics
Episode: Russia's 1993 Constitutional Crisis
Douglas Rogers
Professor of Anthropology at Yale University
Yale University
Episode: Anthropology of Oil
Mariah Taylor
Assistant Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture at Cornell University.
Cornell University
Episode: Green Cities in the USSR and Brazil

Hosts

Sean Guillory
Rusana Novikova

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 418 ratings
  • Fascinating!

    Such an interesting and unusual podcast. I’ve learned so much and really enjoy the discussions about this part of the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    clacicle
    United States23 days ago
  • Tops

    Love the show. I’m a 2011 Pitt undergrad alumnus and was a part of the REES program. I happened across this show and am thrilled with the content. Diverse topics, amazing guests, always interesting. So happy to reconnect with and support the program.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    charbeargrr
    United States4 months ago
  • Brilliantly informative show

    I absolutely love the The Eurasian Knot. They consistently have fantastic guests with specialist knowledge on topics that I otherwise wouldn’t have even considered to be important. I also really appreciate the level of knowledge that both Sean and Rusana bring to the interviews and the show more broadly—not to mention how fun the dynamic is between them as hosts.

    I enthusiastically recommend The Eurasian Knot to anyone interested in the subject matter, regardless of one’s own level of knowledg... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJMcDonaldGraeme
    United States8 months ago
  • Consistent Quality Content

    I’ve listened to this podcast for years and have always been happily impressed with the depth of the conversations and the variety of guests hosted on the show. Highly recommend for anyone interested in learning about the history, culture, and politics of the region!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listening4now
    United States8 months ago
  • Essential

    The most likeable, informative, interesting, insightful, and stimulating presentation of Eurasian-related ideas and phenomena. Time-tested to rise above the echo chambers so common in today’s information spaces. Engaging, authentic and impeccable style. A modern classic? Perhaps… Certainly any a podcast whose dedication and discernment has matched its listeners’.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Perfect Pancake
    United States9 months ago

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Many reviews highlight the enjoyability of the hosts' dynamic and their ability to make complex subjects accessible and interesting.
The podcast is lauded for its quality content and important contributions to understanding Eurasian issues, with many finding it intellectually satisfying and valuable for their knowledge.
Some feedback indicates a desire for improved speaking habits among the hosts, particularly around filler words, but this is generally outweighed by positive sentiments.
Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge and diversity of topics covered, often praising the engaging interviews with experts.

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#90
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#125
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#133
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#166
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#172
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#192
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Soviet Jokes Under Stalin
Q: What inspired you to write about humor and jokes in 1930s Soviet Union?
Jon Waterlow reflects on how people make sense of enormous change and how they communicate that to themselves and others.
Video Games of Eastern Europe
Q: Why is it important to study games?
Games affect a large portion of the population and are venues for political, social, and ethical conversations.
City Symphonies
Q: What are the implications of sound in city symphonies?
Schwartz discusses how noise can be a material for composition and how it reflects collective identity.
City Symphonies
Q: What motivated you to explore city symphonies?
Daniel Schwartz's interest came from his dissertation project and a love for Dziga Vertov's work.
From Great Fear to the Great Terror
Q: What role did the perception of threat play in Stalin's approach during the Great Terror?
Stalin's regime consistently exaggerated threats based on a legacy of insecurity, leading them to lash out violently rather than responding proportionately to actual threats.

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What is The Eurasian Knot about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features lively and informative interviews that seek to unravel the complexities surrounding Russia and the broader Eurasian region. It tackles a diverse range of topics, connecting the historical narratives with contemporary issues, politics, culture, and even music, presenting a multifaceted view of a region often shrouded in stereotypes and misconceptions. Episodes range from discussions on reproductive politics and environmental changes to reflections on philosophical and social movements, ensuring listeners receive a comprehensive understanding of the historical lineage that shapes contemporary Eurasia.

What sets this show apart is its consistent focus on expert insights and scholarly perspectives, often featuring academi... more

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Recent guests on The Eurasian Knot include:

1. Nina Bogdan
2. Jon Waterlow
3. Daniil Leiderman
4. James Harris
5. Shaun Richman
6. Daniel Schwartz
7. Jeff Hawn
8. Douglas Rogers

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