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“Excellent analysis, stellar panel of speakers with balanced and engaging hosts. One suggestion: in most analysis I miss the European Union as an agent on its own right. I understand that CSIS is an US based think-tank, but missing the EU’s views leaves the picture incomplete. Of course I am...”Read full review »
Kihoyo via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
06/15/24
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“Pro DC pro EU”
very funny and clever pod via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/17/24
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“This show fills a Russia-sized hole in the CSIS lineup, and in the podcast space in general. There are not enough podcasts out there that regularly offer high quality analysis of Russia, which is a shame, but we finally have the return of Russian Roulette to the scene and I’m thankful for that....”Read full review »
RJG179 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/23
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“Great content but sometimes hard to follow because the audio is lacking.”
female victim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/23
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“To truly diversify the field ask public school systems to diversify their world language course offerings. A language like Russian needs to be offered in middle school so that high school students can achieve some intermediate level of skill before college. More traditionally taught languages...”Read full review »
emma hopewell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/21
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“I have an international security background and this podcast is essential for maintaining my academic curiosity and topical sharpness. I don’t miss an episode.”
Chigmata via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/19
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“Expert insight in difficult subjects.”
SerafimR via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
05/14/19
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“The Podcast is great resource for Russia watchers like me, hosts are extremely knowledgeable,”
tahirmuh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/18
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“Although the presenters often seem to be engaged in a game of 'who knows Russia best', with neither one listening to the other, they do cover interesting and very current topics.”Read full review »
Renfrick via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
08/19/18
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“Discusses a variety of topics relating to Eurasia and Russia, super relevant in our day and age, great commentators and guest speakers. Thank you! :)”
ninadianna via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/18
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“Great show with great insights into Russian politics/culture/security issues”
Andrey Baklitskiy via Apple Podcasts ·
Russia ·
06/18/18
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“Extremely valuable podcast. Gotta love Olya.”
Fyodor Bazaroff via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/18
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“I like the perspective given on Russian politics from nice and interesting voices. Especially in these times of high tension, it’s good to have some idea of a Russian perspective.”
bardamuse via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
04/06/18
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“Great meeting Cyrus last week! Keep it up”
Mcb2491 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/17
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“A great podcast offering incisive analysis from the hosts and their many distinguished guests. It’s the best show on Russia that I’ve found, and it isn’t full of annoying ads!”
dcostaroberts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/13/17
“...then you should subscribe to this podcast. Simple. Interesting range of topics with intelligent commentary and thought provoking discussions.”
telnyashka1921 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/04/17
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“I find Russia fascinating and disconcerting in equal measure, this show provides an excellent insight into that country and regions economics and politics. Thoroughly recommended listening!”
Ossiemandeus via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/31/17
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“Thanks to both of you guys for bringing new episodes so consistently! Russian Roulette is one of my favourite podcasts from CSIS.”
digory14 via Apple Podcasts ·
Hungary ·
10/10/17
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“Absolutely the best think tank podcast out there as well as the best podcast on all things Russia. The diversity and range of topics is vast while still providing enough continuity to feel like each episode is part of a larger conversation. It is also, perhaps suprisingly for a podcast on Russia,...”Read full review »
ShawnEB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/10/17
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“I can't recommend this podcast enough for other people who are interested in Russian culture.”Read full review »
LaineM. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/17
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“Excellent selection of hosts and guests, deep insightful conversations about "everything Russia", always fun to listen”Read full review »
Mayapram via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/17
“On one hand, I love this podcast. It's very informative; the hosts know about Russia's international situations in quite a bit of detail, and they get a lot of well-informed and insightful guests. I would give it five stars, except that it's so painful to listen to. The hosts are...”Read full review »
spoko via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/17
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“I really like this podcast, and find the information very well presented. My primary gripe is that the female host is constantly interrupting the other host and guests! Sometimes she will correct them for no reason, interject to make an unrelated weird comment, etc. Stop talking over everyone.”
Propst26 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/17
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“For all things Russian this is a one stop shop. If you're looking for thoughtful discussion this is the place to go. I look forward to this populating my feed every week.”Read full review »
Cmcd360 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/17/17
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“The length of the podcasts permits in-depth analysis. The hosts are objective but are prepared to disagree politely with their guests. The hosts answer listener questions but not in every podcast. However, given the podcast length, I would like to see more questions answered, mor often.”
very convinced via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/11/17
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“This is a useful podcast that gives an academic view of Russia. Highly recommend.”
Adollsgarden via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/17
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“I listen to every episode.”
Nihonjean via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/17
“This podcast is for you! The moderators, Olga Oliker and Jeffrey Mankoff, not only invite erudite, knowledgeable guests onto the show, they also add value through their insightful questions helping to digger deeper into the past and current affairs of the post-Soviet world. Additionally, the...”Read full review »
evanrevak via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/16
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“Love the show. Dr. Jeff and Olga produce interesting, informative, and entertaining content. With tough questions during interviews and a synergy found in those who work closely, this show is a must for anyone interested in the real dynamics of geopolitics. (Several interviews have even warranted...”Read full review »
Troy_Mo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/16
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“... and (the vast majority of) your conversations are completely justified! Well done. Thank you for all of the information and analysis. Your efforts are sincerely appreciated.”
CowPunkRockStar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/16
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“So far, amazing work. Looking forward to more.”
Ghost Qaddafi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/01/16
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“One of the best new podcasts on out there on foreign policy.”
HA Schwartz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/16
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