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“This is a beautiful series of podcasts, important in giving the liberal Russian perspective on this hellish act by Putin, and how the Russian population is being silenced by his fascism. Very impressive.
Or rather it was until the Economist decided to put it behind a pay wall, so with great...”Read full review »
RJ-GO via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/01/24
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“This is what everyone need to hear.
Thank you, Arkady”
Elis and John fan! via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/11/24
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very funny and clever pod via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/04/24
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“I sent Arkady an email because I have been so deeply touched by this podcast. Russia has been a part of my live now for decades and this podcast helped me integrate things about the culture, the system, the incomprehensible at times choices that people make in a way that helped me understand....”Read full review »
EEZ2C via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
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“Arkardy is superb, but why are few of the episodes available?
It’s a podcast. No need to subscribe to a magazine which is no longer relevant as it is cheap!”
MarfaChagin via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/14/24
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“Now let me get this straight the show is great but I AN NOT GOING TO PAY NO PRESCRIPTIONS I WOULDT DO THAT FOR MOSTLY ANY PODCAST.”
ReViEw KiD! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/24
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“Episode 1 is like it really happened , I really appreciate. I am from Ukraine and I was at that time there, really scary. At that time the world was devided into those who support killing innocent people and to those who doesn’t care.
I really appreciate for your podcast 💕💕❤️❤️❤️”
Halia@ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/24
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“It’s good content but just too slow. It out my entire road trip team to sleep and I was left driving in silence mulling over the fate of Russia.”
Shotataduck via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/24
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“I have just listened to episode 9 which was delayed to include the death of Navalny. I’m not sure whether to recommend it, despite its brilliance. To me it is compelling but I’m sure to many more it will be heartbreaking. Whatever your conclusion, this is excellent journalism. Thank you the...”Read full review »
KdeKundevar via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/05/24
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“There is hope while such people like Maria the lawyer is still out there helping people without any fear!”
Koenigdublin via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/04/24
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“Not good enough. We are supposed to be enchanted with these scraps? Russian intellectual snobbery at its clearest.”
Anita Swale via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/04/24
“Are you actually kidding me? The murders, rapes and genocide of Ukrainians continues everyday but ESPECIALLY right after a ruzzian shahed drone (launched by ruzzians) attacked a building in Odesa killing 12 Ukraines, 5 of who were children, we are perpetually centering these ruzzians again???...”Read full review »
Daniella990 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/04/24
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“This is a very well prepared and produced podcast.”
Jonno S via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/04/24
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“Next Year In Moscow, as the title implies, draws on Russian history to make sense of Russia’s present and consider its future. The Economist team’s presentation is very sophisticated and Arkady is a journalist with the soul of a poet. Each episode is a gem and the most recent one, which follows...”Read full review »
KCBinBethesda via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/24
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“Arkady is brilliant. One of the best series I’ve ever listened to.”
SamSF85 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/24
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“This story has more to tell. Don’t stop now.”
Elmo Pete via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/24
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“A podcast all about how awful it has been for Russians since their country invaded Ukraine. Thanks a lot”
Gxgggx via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/03/24
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“Beautifully (and tragically) presented. We all hope for the Russia imagined in the final episode.”
Svarie via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
01/20/24
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“So interesting and timely. Love the host. Please make more like this.”
berliner1000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/23
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“This is a fantastic way to understand what is going on inside Putin’s Russia, and how it led to the war.”
HughAus via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/16/23
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“Every episode is better than the one before.”
IndiansFanFiona via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/23
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“Extraordinary emotional and great story telling.”
gareckin via Apple Podcasts ·
Moldova ·
09/23/23
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“A compassionate look at the Russian resistance inside and outside Russia, for a balanced view of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.”
Nolsi via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/17/23
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“The vision of people for whom there are more important things than a self-centered life.”
Bide your time via Apple Podcasts ·
Japan ·
08/28/23
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“So encouraging and also humbling to hear from Russians who are prepared, despite the risks, to stand up and speak up for what they believe in - a democratic, free Russia. Let’s hope that one day soon their wish comes true. “Truth is power”.”
Whitey1503 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/20/23
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“Wonderful journalism. The production of this is top notch - the original music and Arkady’s mesmerizing narration produce a compelling and emotional experience. More than once I was left listening in tears.”
Joolie106 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/27/23
“The nuance I didn’t know I so deeply wanted and needed in coverage of Russia! Everyone interviewed - and the host himself - speaks so movingly about the complicated country they come from, whether they live there now or not. Thank you for making this, Economist!”
RachBenitez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/23
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“Truly required listening, thank you Arkady and The Economist.”
houseofmouse4 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/23
“Earlier this year I read my grandfather’s copy of “I chose Freedom” written by a Russian defector in 1946. He detailed first hand Stalins senseless paranoid purges, murders, gulags and total control via fear and terror the Russian people. The voices in this excellent podcast are the Russian...”Read full review »
NatsPoddie via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/06/23
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“Great Podcast but there have not been any episodes lately, has the series finished?”
Anom no name via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/03/23
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“I just loved it! Impeccably researched, though provoking podcast by Russian journalist at the Economist, a must to understand Russia today and how we go here. Entertainingly presented !”
Marta•Switzerland via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
07/03/23
“Wonderful podcast. An insightful and incredibly detailed look at the erosion of human rights and media freedom in Putin’s Russia. At times this is deeply moving, with testimony from journalists and activists from both inside and outside Russia, illustrating the deeply sad decline into...”Read full review »
bunholev via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/02/23
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“This Podcast was my favourite - such great human interest stories that can help outsiders to understand what is happening inside Russia, why it is happening, and it’s impact. Truly top class.”
E in CHH via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/29/23
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“This is unforgettable journalism, the kind of work one could follow for months, perhaps years. I would follow Arkady to wherever he goes with future material.”
poblin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/23
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“This is a fantastic podcast that is incredibly well researched and put together beautifully!
Whilst providing an unfiltered view of Russia, it also reminds the listener of a different Russia that exists and could exist. One that is often forgotten about in the current reporting on the country.”
chuckstevson via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
05/27/23
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“This podcast is important as well as very engaging. If you want to understand the pulse of Russia currently and how it got to where it is today, this is a must listen. Please continue to publish more episodes.”
Jimmy Joe-bob via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/25/23
“I started this series because of Russian violence and war against Ukraine. It is so well done and helpful in understanding of the varied views, and concerns of some Russian people. I highly recommend this series, and hope even more people hear it. Bravo to the people involved in it, the...”Read full review »
#%^*_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/23
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“No other medium can do what this podcast does so well. The insight, storytelling, research and sheer entertainment of this podcast was amazing. I was literally sad when the final episode aired. Well done The Economist!!”
Peripetetic2013 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/16/23
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“Deeply researched, filled with insightful audio quotes collected from key figures and eyewitnesses in diaspora and inside Russia, describing a well-crafted narrative arc while letting each episode tell its separate truths, suffused with haunting music, and carried throughout by Arcady’s lyrical...”Read full review »
KPKE64 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/23
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“I looked forward to this podcast each week - beautifully presented, informative and often deeply moving. I realise you can’t go on forever Arkady- but bring it back when you can! You added class to my podcast listening.”
Pdre via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/13/23
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“Some of the highest quality narrative journalism available. Truly fantastic structure and subject knowledge. Beautiful people and stories.”
Isaacnz via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
05/11/23
“This is by far the best podcast I have listened to in a very long time!
The reporting is sensitive, objective, eye-opening and often heart-wrenching. I especially liked the section on Mikhaïl Gorbachev, whose great achievements deserve to be celebrated in Russia today, but Putin was “too busy”...”Read full review »
DurbanOkie via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
05/09/23
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“This podcast alone, justifies a subscription to the economist. Inspiring”
stevef via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/07/23
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“This is an unparalleled podcast and journalistic tour-de-force. Such insight to the terrible things happening in Russia and the brave people who are fighting against these crimes against humanity. This is the kind of journalism that brought me on as a paid subscriber to the Economist. Will there...”Read full review »
Never clean enough via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/23
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“Absolutely unparalleled journalism!
I’ve listened to all 8 episodes, and I want more!
I can’t recommend this highly enough!”
Mataikhan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/23
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“Amazing collection of interviews and first hand accounts about the lives affected by the Russian war against Ukraine focused on the repressed voices of Russians. A truly unique perspective.”
Dalewahl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/23
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“Phenomenal podcast the host is a great storyteller who gives insight Russia. Additionally, the sound score was really good it highlighted key moments. I am a big serial & American life listener. I love great stories I will have to follow host to see if he puts out any other projects. Overall...”Read full review »
ealew via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/23
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“The best podcast in 2023 and maybe beyond”
Losdrumbos via Apple Podcasts ·
Iceland ·
04/28/23
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“One of the finest pieces of journalism I have encountered - thank you”
joseph.67 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/27/23
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