There's far more to Russia than the Kremlin's corridors of power, so join me as I hear from Russian personalities from across the worlds of sport, activism, history, the arts and more.
Some of them will be telling me their own stories. Others will open windows onto Russia's rich diversity.
Episodes might vary in format, but one thing will remain constant: I'll be steering well clear of the country's heated political scene.
I also tweet about Russia @francska1
Come with me on a journey into the unique world of Yakutian cinema. I'll be exploring the film industry of this vast region in eastern Siberia - known more for its -50c winters and woolly mammoth graveyards than its prize-winning cinematic productions (though hopefully not for long). Helping me...
Published 03/09/21
I'm joined by architect, designer and researcher Anastasiia Gerasimova to discuss the Russian banya, or bathhouse. Tune in to discover its fascinating history, and learn why it holds a social and cultural significance far beyond that of a simple steam room.
You can read more about Anastasiia's...
Published 02/06/21