Episodes
Today, we discuss the work done in the Gulags. Brutal and sometimes absurd, work was the reason for the people to populate the prisoner camps. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 07/23/23
Today, we continue our series about the Soviet Gulag with first-hand accounts of life within the camps. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support History Nerds UnitedLet's make history fun again! Come listen to interviews with today's best authors.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show
Published 07/18/23
Today, we talk about some of the experiences of women related to the gulag experience. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 07/09/23
Today, we begin a five-part series on one of the most tragic institutions in Soviet history, the Gulag. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 07/02/23
Today, we discuss the history House of Fabergé, and the incredible jewelry they produced, especially the royal eggs. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 06/27/23
Today, we take a tour of the famed St. Petersburg museum, the Hermitage. We will also recount the history of the museum from its founding in 1703 until today. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 06/19/23
Today, we cover the three Moscow Show Trials which were meant to eliminate the Old Bolsheviks who Stalin believed could threaten his control of the Soviet Union.  Support the show
Published 06/11/23
Today, we end our five-part series with Kutuzov defeating Napoleon Bonaparte. Unfortunately, he would die only a few month after expelling the French General from  Russia. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support The Gates Of CiminoThe dive bar of cinema podcasts! Unscripted. All things movies. Each show is...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show
Published 06/04/23
Today, we cover the beginnings of the war against Napoleon Bonaparte. The failures of the generals leading the war effort would eventually lead to the appointment of Mikhail Kutuzov as head of the Russian army. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 05/28/23
Today, we cover the period right before the Russian army goes into full attack mode against Napoleon's Grand Armee. Kutuzov has been busy with a number of different assignments and the death of two Tsars. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 05/21/23
Today, we continue following the incredible career of General Mikhail Kutuzov. We also recount two episodes where his life hanged by a thread. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 05/14/23
Today, we begin a five-part series on one of Russia's greatest military geniuses, Mikhail Kutuzov. This period of Russian history would lay the groundwork for the revolutions of the early 20th century. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 05/07/23
Join me as we learn about the construction and history of the Trans-Siberian Railway as well as taking a trip along its 9,289 kilometers or 5,772 miles. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support History AnalyzedHistory Analyzed is a podcast which investigates both history's biggest moments and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show
Published 04/30/23
Today, we wrap up the topic of the operations of the Soviet spy agency, the KGB, in Europe and the United States. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support Support the show
Published 04/23/23
Today, we start a two-part series on the spy operations of the Soviet KGB in Europe and the US. The Jersey Arts PodcastDive deeper into the arts you love and don't miss another moment!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show
Published 04/17/23
Today, we cover the long, and difficult relationship between Poland and Russia.
Published 04/09/23
Today, we cover the 13 known lovers of Catherine the Great.
Published 04/02/23
Today, we cover the early advisors to Tsar Ivan the Terrible, especially Prince Andrey Kurbsky.
Published 03/26/23
Today, we cover the fighting force known as the Streltsy. They were first formed by Ivan the Terrible in 1550. They would serve as Russia's first standing army and the body guards of the Tsar. Join us as we go over their turbulent, yet short place in Russian history.
Published 03/18/23
Today, we wrap up the two-part series on the Iron Curtain with some surprising outcomes after the barriers were removed. 
Published 03/11/23
Today, we will discuss the imposition of the Iron Curtain on the Eastern European countries by the Soviet Union. 
Published 03/05/23
Today, we cover the transition of the Soviet Union back into Russia and the other countries which formed the USSR. In it, we will explain why Russia seemingly is frustrated and angry with the Western nations.
Published 02/26/23
Today, we end the series of the transition of life in Russia to that of one in the Soviet Union.
Published 02/18/23
Today, we continue our story of what transpired when Russia became part of the Soviet Union. How to Create a Glitch in the MatrixA useful guide on how to experience simulation theory, first hand. Based upon the books...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify
Published 02/12/23
In the years leading up to the formation of the USSR, Russia went through a period of transition. In this three-part series, we will talk about what that looked like, primarily for the common Russian citizen.  This That And Everything In Between With Naughty Nae And Reckless YoOur podcast will be set as an open discussion platform about an array of topics! But...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify
Published 02/06/23