Life in the underground Soviet music scene Part 3 (200)
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We hear of Joanna's heartbreak when her visa is refused, preventing her from marrying Yuri.  However, using an ingenious method she manages an emotional reunion and eventual marriage as the Soviet Union begins to dissolve. Details of the book giveaway are here  https://coldwarconversations.com/episode200/ Part one is here and part 2 here  Joanna’s book, Red Wave written with her singer/songwriter daughter, Madison, includes Stingray’s extensive collection of photographs, artworks, and interviews with the musicians. Buy the book and support the podcast here UK listeners https://amzn.to/3rwItSz US listeners  https://amzn.to/3zyvbHX If you are enjoying the podcasts I’m asking for donations to support my work and enable me to continue producing the podcast. If you become a monthly supporter via Patreon, you will get the sought after CWC coaster as a thank you and bask in the warm glow of knowing you are helping to preserve Cold War history. Just go to https://coldwarconversations.com/donate/ If a financial contribution is not your cup of tea, then you can still help us by leaving written reviews wherever you listen to us as well as sharing us on social media. It really helps us get new guests on the show. There will be details of a book giveaway in the episode notes at  I am delighted to welcome Joanna Stingray to our Cold War conversation This week’s book giveaway is the amazing story of a US 23 year old who smuggled the music of the Soviet underground to the West in order to produce the groundbreaking album Red Wave: 4 Underground Bands from the USSR. To be in with a chance to win the book check out  the details here https://coldwarconversations.com/red-wave-book/ Have a look at our store and find the ideal gift for the Cold War enthusiast in your life? Just go to https://coldwarconversations.com/store/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/coldwarpod)
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