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The Eastern Border

Kristaps Andrejsons
Russia
Ukraine
Igor Girkin
Putin
NATO
Vladimir Putin
Russian Military
Donald Trump
Telegram
Latvia
United States
Kremlin
Russian Economy
Kursk
European Union
Russian Army
Maxim Kalashnikov
Eastern Europe
Chechnya
Trump

A podcast about the politics and the history of the eastern Europe - including, but not limited to the current state of Russia, politics of the EU, history of the USSR and the region in general.

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Latest Episodes

Greetings, comrades! Welcome back to The Eastern Border for the definitive, third installment of the Dark Autumn series: The Latgalian Siege.

Recorded straight from the post-storm mud in Pilda, Latgale—running on hacked FPV drone batteries after Cyc... more

Time to put on our Wall Street suits and dive into the spreadsheets to calculate the TFUM: The Total F*cked Up Metric.

The Russian Federation isn't a state anymore; it's a wildly over-leveraged hedge fund/doomsday cult run by mobsters on ponyatiya, ... more

Welcome to Serfdom Forever! The demographic hemorrhage has become so catastrophic that Moscow is now renting North Korean indentured servants to roll sushi in the suburbs, while Russian Gen Z medical students actively reject the state's attempts to l... more

In this special 7,000+ word extended autopsy set to the aggressive thrash metal of golden-era Metallica, I dismantle the terminal rot, financial death spirals, and internal cartel wars tearing the Russian Federation apart.

From 20-kilometer hallucin... more

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Recent Guests

Sviatoslav Golikov
Guest commentator with call sign Philologist
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Episode: 2.15 The Z-Files
Michael Hillard
Expert on Central Asia and host of The Red Line
The Red Line
Episode: Other Borders with Michael Hillard of The Red Line
Maxim Kalashnikov
Z-intellectual, historian, and journalist criticizing the Russian government and military strategy
Episode: 24. The Race on Broken Legs: A Cunning Plan to Bankrupt the Empire
Igor Lipsits
Russian economist who discussed the economic flaws of the Soviet Union
Lives in Lithuania, formerly a Russian citizen
Episode: How Prof. Lipsits tried to save the Soviet economy in just two days
Juris Kaza
Colleague of the host, discussing Baltic security issues.
Episode: Juris Kaza and Baltic Security
Alexander Von Sternberg
Host of History Impossible and a budding historical scholar
History Impossible
Episode: 8. Rule by Asassination
Brock Bierman
Brock Bierman is involved with Ukraine Focus, focusing on Eastern European development and humanitarian aid.
Ukraine Focus
Episode: Ukraine Focus: Interview with Brock D. Bierman
Igor Vladimirovich Lipsits
A Russian academic economist and marketing expert, scientific head of the Department of Marketing at the National Research University Higher School of Economics.
National Research University Higher School of Economics
Episode: Industry and Russia: An interview with prof. Igor Lipsits
Igor Lipsets
Economist interviewed for insights on the conflict
Episode: War in Ukraine: Episode 296

Host

Kristaps Andrejsons
Host of The Eastern Border

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Deeply excellent, funny and insightful

    Top tier gonzo analysis with plenty of jokes to keep the info tasty to consume

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosa Elliott
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Cheers!

    Fantastic show, always insightful and a good listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lavz13131313
    United States8 months ago
  • Excellent Potato Award Ceremony. Great Success! 👍👍 7/5 would watch again

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Spuds McCrazy
    8 months ago
  • Soy Sovietology

    Soy Sovietology from an obviously interested/biased host. For an actually critical Russian history podcast featuring accredited subject area experts, check out the Eurasian Know (also available on Apple Podcasts).

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Whaaat?
    United States8 months ago
  • Excellent and obligatory listening to understand the situation in the Baltic countries

    Podcast Addict
    5
    temilsen
    10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A trusted, independent voice in Eastern European affairs.
Thoughtful, data-driven geopolitics with sharp storytelling.
Sound production and interview quality have room for improvement according to a segment of listeners.
Some listeners feel the host's strong opinions can skew toward bias and prefer more diverse guest expertise.
The content is essential for staying informed about the region, with high-quality analysis.

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#250
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Talking Points

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Ukraine Focus: Interview with Brock D. Bierman
Q: What's your latest new project then?
Brock elaborates on the Zelensky truck project, discussing its history and how proceeds will fund more ambulances.
Ukraine Focus: Interview with Brock D. Bierman
Q: Please do explain to us a bit about Ukraine Focus. Who are you and what do you do so far?
Brock discusses his extensive experience in Eastern Europe and his organization, Ukraine Focus, which focuses on delivering ambulances and medical support to Ukraine.
Industry and Russia: An interview with prof. Igor Lipsits
Q: How are economists in Russia perceived in the context of the current government?
Lipsits notes that many economists have aligned with the government for favor, while a few maintain their integrity and provide critical analysis of the economic state.
Industry and Russia: An interview with prof. Igor Lipsits
Q: What does the situation of the Russian economy look like today?
Lipsits outlines the various challenges including sanctions, energy crises, and a workforce that has transitioned largely into service sectors, complicating the potential for industrialization.
Industry and Russia: An interview with prof. Igor Lipsits
Q: Why did you choose Lithuania, given its significant Russian expat community?
Lipsits shares that his family has historical roots in Lithuania, which influenced his return, along with the establishment of a Russian community there.

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What is The Eastern Border about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, opinionated take on geopolitics and history in Eastern Europe, with a strong focus on Russia, Ukraine, and regional dynamics. Episodes pair monologue-driven analysis with gonzo storytelling to dissect the war economy, policy decisions, sanctions, and information warfare, often weaving in current events, cultural references, and sometimes guest perspectives. Notable traits include a dense, data-informed narrative style, a distinctive skepticism toward official narratives, and a willingness to blend humor with critical commentary, making complex regional issues approachable for listeners who want a no-nonsense, independent perspective on the region.

Potential listeners may find it especially compelling if they want provocative, unfl... more

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2. Michael Hillard
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4. Igor Lipsits
5. Juris Kaza
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7. Brock Bierman
8. Igor Vladimirovich Lipsits

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