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The Sickle and the Hammer: A Socialist History of the Soviet Union

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Russian Revolution
Bolsheviks
Provisional Government
February Revolution
Tsar Nicholas II
Order Number 1
Petrograd Soviet Of Workers and Soldiers Deputies
Kornilov Coup
Petrograd Soviet
Bolshevik Party
Mensheviks
Duma
World War I
Military Discipline
Political Rights
Military Units
Soldiers
Workers
March 1917
Srs (socialist Revolutionaries)

We are often told the USSR was an oppressive, authoritarian society, lacking freedom and democracy. There were endless purges that claimed the lives of millions of “dissidents,” purges that were designed for one thing and one thing only: to keep power in the hands of those who wielded it.

And as we all know, the economy was based on socialist and communist principles, which is why it barely functi... more

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Cliff, Tony. Revolution Besieged: Lenin 1917-1923. Haymarket Books 2012.

Rabinowitch, Alexander. The Bolsheviks in Power: The First Year of Soviet Rule in Petrograd. Indiana University Press, 2007.

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Wherein we find out what the point of all this was, and close the book on the revolutionary period.

This is the first of a two-episode retrospective on the Russian Revolution. In this episode, we discuss some of the finer details that we passed over, in order to provide a more complete understanding of the revolutionary period.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 575 ratings
  • Very informative

    Interesting pov and seems thorough.

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  • GOATED socialist analysis and storytelling 🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯😤😩

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    a month ago
  • Great Podcast

    Great writing, good narration and very well researched. A+

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    Germanya month ago
  • Excellent analysis

    Loved the breakdown of the base/superstructure. Looking forward to listening to more episodes.

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    DirtyGK
    Canada2 months ago
  • Awesome Marxist-Leninist Analysis!

    The show it’s organized in an easy to digest way and from a socialist viewpoint! Even if you’re like me and know a lot of Soviet history or the Russian Revolution, you will definitely learn something new and even if you don’t it’s still a fun way to refresh your memory!

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its thorough and thoughtful exploration of Soviet history, noting its ability to make complex historical events accessible and engaging.
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Many commend the host for presenting an alternative narrative on socialism that challenges conventional understandings and invites critical thinking.

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Content centers around a detailed exploration of the Soviet Union's historical narrative, particularly focusing on the complexities and nuances often overlooked or misrepresented in mainstream discussions. Notable themes include the dynamics of the Russian Revolution, the role of various political parties, and the lives of individuals in this tumultuous period. The host examines the ideological, social, and political challenges faced during the Bolshevik seizure of power, presenting a perspective that contrasts sharply with the traditional portrayal of Soviet history as solely oppressive and authoritarian. Unique to this series is its commitment to uncovering multifaceted perspectives on the Soviet experience and its implications for modern... more

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