
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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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 694 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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Greeting Comrades, and welcome to the frozen bunker in Ludza.
In this episode, we aren't just analyzing the collapse of the Russian Empire; we are physically fighting General Winter. While the temperature hits -24°C outside my window, I had to turn ... more
Greetings from Pilda,
It is the coldest January in thirty years. Outside my window, the thermometer is dropping, and I have just finished hauling 150kg of heating pellets into the bunker. It is the perfect atmosphere for what we need to discuss toda... more
Why did a German immigration officer deny asylum to a Russian torture victim by citing a press release from Sergei Shoigu? Why is the Russian Orthodox Church building an Artificial Intelligence to automate the writing of police denunciations? And why... more
From the frozen balconies of Rēzekne to the digital hallucinations of the Kremlin, the Russian Federation has become a "Republic of Fake."
In this episode, I broadcast from Pilda—just 22km from the Russian border—to tear down the "digital wall" Puti... more
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Fantastic show, always insightful and a good listen.
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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).
Excellent and obligatory listening to understand the situation in the Baltic countries
Excellent background on the goings-on in Russia and its ongoing invasion of Ukraine
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A deep exploration of the geopolitical landscape of Eastern Europe characterizes the content, with a strong focus on Russia's political maneuvers, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and historical perspectives on the Soviet Union's influence in the region. Through a blend of critical analysis and engaging storytelling, noteworthy discussions cover propaganda, military strategies, and socio-economic conditions in Russia and neighboring countries. The host provides bold critiques of political figures and decisions, emphasizing a unique viewpoint that combines historical context with contemporary relevance, appealing to those interested in understanding the complexities of Eastern European politics and its implications on global affairs.
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Recent guests on The Eastern Border include:
1. Michael Hillard
2. Maxim Kalashnikov
3. Juris Kaza
4. Alexander Von Sternberg
5. Brock Bierman
6. Igor Vladimirovich Lipsits
7. Igor Lipsets
8. John Michael Gaudier
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