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The Power Vertical Podcast by Brian Whitmore covers emerging and developing trends in Russian politics, shining a spotlight on the high-stakes power struggles, machinations, and clashing interests that shape Kremlin policy today. Brian Whitmore is a Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council Eurasia Center and Russia and Eurasia Specialist and Assistant Professor of Practice at the Charles ... more

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On The Power Vertical Podcast this week, host Brian Whitmore speaks with Mikhail Zygar, author of the bestselling books All The Kremlin's Men: Inside the Court of Vladimir Putin, War and Punishment: Putin, Zelensky, and the Path to Russia's Invasion ... more

On The Power Vertical Podcast this week, host Brian Whitmore speaks with Craig Kennedy, an associate at Harvard University's Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies, author of the must-read Substack newsletter Navigating Russia, where he publis... more

And as the Kremlin seeks to exploit the transatlantic rift, Ukraine is seeking a way to survive it. We're in uncharted waters folks. On The Power Vertical Podcast this week, host Brian Whitmore speaks with Michael Carpenter, a senior fellow for trans... more

On The Power Vertical Podcast this week, host Brian Whitmore speaks with Katya Pavlevych, founder of the organization Forget Us Not, a civil society coalition advocating for the return of Ukraine's abducted children, and an advisor on children' s iss... more

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Recent Guests

Katya Pavlevych
Founder of Forget Us Not, a civil society coalition advocating for the return of Ukraine's abducted children, and an advisor on children's issues at Razom for Ukraine.
Forget Us Not, Razom for Ukraine
Episode: RUSSIA’S WAR ON UKRAINIAN CHILDREN
Andreas Umland
Analyst at the Stockholm Center for Eastern European Studies and Associate Professor of Political Science at the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy.
Swedish Institute of International Affairs
Episode: RUSSIA’S WAR ON UKRAINIAN CHILDREN
Peter Dickinson
Editor of the Ukraine Alert blog at the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center and publisher of Business Ukraine and Lviv Today magazines.
Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center
Episode: ZELENSKY'S RESET
Serhiy Kudelia
Professor of political science at Baylor University and a close observer of Ukrainian affairs.
Baylor University
Episode: ZELENSKY'S RESET
Michael Kofman
Military analyst and senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: THE POKROVSK ENDGAME - AND AFTERMATH
Andriy Zagorodniuk
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister and Chairman of the Center for Defense Strategies
Center for Defense Strategies
Episode: HOW UKRAINE WINS THE WAR
Laura Thornton
Deputy Director for Global Democracy Programs at the McCain Institute, with experience in pre-election monitoring in Moldova
McCain Institute
Episode: THE BATTLE FOR MOLDOVA
David Smith
President of the Moldova Small Enterprise Alliance and author of the Moldova Matters newsletter
Moldova Small Enterprise Alliance
Episode: THE BATTLE FOR MOLDOVA
Joseph Webster
Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council's Global Energy Center and a non-resident senior fellow at the Council's Indo-Pacific Security Initiative
Atlantic Council
Episode: THE CHINA FACTOR

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Brian Whitmore
Host and political analyst specializing in Russian affairs, known for engaging discussions with experts on ongoing political dynamics and security issues in the region.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 316 ratings
  • Great podcast

    I always enjoy this podcast—Brian and his guests are experts on the region. The topics are timely and relevant, the discussions invariably interesting and engaging. Don’t always agree with all the opinions but always find them thought provoking

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PDX 97206
    United States9 months ago
  • Valuable and informative

    Excellent topic (& guest) selections by the host. An essential source of information about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and hybrid war on democracies worldwide.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grantas Binghi
    United Statesa year ago
  • 5 Star Source of information about Russia

    I’ve been listening to the power vertical since May 2022. Whitmore and his guests are extremely knowledgeable about Russia. Thank you so much for doing this podcast. I hope and pray for a free independent Ukraine and a free Russia as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    North Central Pa Reader
    United States2 years ago
  • Consistently great content— no show notes

    PLEASE put the name of the guests in the show description or episode title. Otherwise you have to listen for several minutes of intro before even hearing who is on. Also makes it very hard to refer to past episodes or share without this information being easy to find.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lvivianka
    United States2 years ago
  • Great guests but horrible audio quality

    This show has historically had really bad audio quality, with especially the host himself not having proper audio. It has improved a bit over the last year so now you can at least understand him even though it’s far from studio quality.

    HOWEVER: suddenly in Jan 2024 an episode was mono in the left channel only. ANY other podcast would have quickly fixed this and uploaded a corrected version. Only here this is not only NEVER fixed but the error continues for now two additional weeks and episodes... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    A. Mustermann
    Germany2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the expert insights and in-depth analysis of timely topics related to Russia and Ukraine.

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RUSSIA’S WAR ON UKRAINIAN CHILDREN
Q: Can you elaborate on the child's journey through the Russian system of reeducation camps and adoption?
Andreas outlines the complex process of how Ukrainian children are illegally taken from their families and subjected to indoctrination and potential adoption by Russian families.
MYTHS, NARRATIVES, AND WAR
Q: Is the Kremlin high on its own supply?
Yes, the Kremlin has been high in its own supply for years, misreading Ukraine and believing it could restore historical inevitabilities.
THE POKROVSK ENDGAME - AND AFTERMATH
Q: What significance does the fall of Pokrovsk have in terms of the broader conflict?
It holds operational value but should not be given excessive significance; if it falls, it could still allow Ukraine to reorganize defenses.
THE POKROVSK ENDGAME - AND AFTERMATH
Q: What concerns do you have in regards to the ongoing battles for Pokrovsk?
The need to avoid mismanagement that could lead to losses that could affect morale and the strategic situation.
THE POKROVSK ENDGAME - AND AFTERMATH
Q: What should Ukraine's strategy be with respect to Pokrovsk?
Ukraine must assess whether to maintain their positions and make the fight costly for the Russians or to strategically withdraw to avoid unnecessary losses.

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Intensely focused on the nuances and intricacies of Russian politics, this podcast provides in-depth discussions on significant political developments, power dynamics, and the evolving landscape of Ukraine-Russia relations. It often features expert guests from academia, journalism, and policy analysis, broadening the scope of each episode with diverse perspectives on topics ranging from military strategy to corruption scandals. The expert insights help listeners understand the implications of these developments not only for Russia and Ukraine but for wider international relations, particularly regarding NATO and Western responses to aggression from Moscow. Additionally, the podcast emphasizes the importance of narratives and historical cont... more

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2. Andreas Umland
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