In 2015 Putin’s number one public enemy, Boris Nemtsov, was shot and killed in front of the Kremlin. He was a relentless critic of Putin, corruption, and war in Ukraine. Then, he was assassinated. His daughter, journalist Zhanna Nemtsova, and co-host Ben Rhodes tell his story to find out what happened to an entire country – and what happens next. Is another Russia possible?
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Another Russia
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jkawak
5 out of 5 stars
Loved this intimate and also accessible podcast
I cruised through this . I found it human . I found it incredibly insightful, and also easy to make connections of Russian politics and Putins legacy ESPECIALLY given current events in a way that felt informed and balanced It was also alarming Well done and thank you for making it
MargueritaMcP
5 out of 5 stars
Enlightening
Thank you for teaching me the roots of why we are in these conditions today.
From Flyover Country
5 out of 5 stars
Heartfelt
Thanks for this series. So heartfelt. Gives texture that helps us understand the reality of activism in Russia.
RichardBirnbaum
5 out of 5 stars
So good, it feels real. The tragedy is that it is real.
This podcast has a great balance between facts, opinions, and reports from the time. Everyone should be listening to this, right now, in 2022.
nancywesthartford
5 out of 5 stars
Binge-worthy podcast
I’ve heard Ben promote this series on Pod Save this World but assumed he was over-hyping it. I was wrong. I was totally drawn into the story of Boris Nemetsov and felt drawn to his daughter Zhanna Nemetsova. I binged the entire series in a couple of days.
Bublyk65
5 out of 5 stars
Another Russia was fantastic!!
One of the best things I’ve listened to, ever! As a student on the topic, and someone with Roots in Eastern Europe, I found this absolutely fascinating, excellently executed, and extremely informative! Well done, and perfectly timely!!
Needham1533
5 out of 5 stars
Incredibly Interesting
When I first heard about this podcast I immediately subscribed because it sounded super interesting. And I was not disappointed. Zhanna’s story and that of her father’s, which drives the podcast, is so beautiful and heartbreaking. If you are interested in world politics, history, Russia, or just a person looking for a great podcast to listen to “Another Russia” should be at the top of your list.
FoxShepard
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent podcast with an excellent soundtrack
This was a great podcast, and I actually wish there had been more episodes. And I have to mention how much I loved the theme music by Martin Orswick — I looked forward to hearing it in each episode, and I wish I could buy it somewhere, it was that good — haunting and beautiful at the same time.
fjdkjdmsjdkf
5 out of 5 stars
Great pod
Very interesting and heartbreaking. The last episode was moving.
HilaryHager
5 out of 5 stars
Another great Crooked pod
Nemtsov’s story is a great lens through which to understand Russia’s recent history and how we’ve landed where we are. Very well done.
TLFFrancis
5 out of 5 stars
Bravo!
I just finished the podcast and I am feeling so emotional - for Zhanna’s love and loss of her father and Ben’s warning to us. This series is excellent.
Idontknow04
5 out of 5 stars
Fabulous podcast
The podcast is so well done. It is a pleasure to listen to Ben Rhodes. I wish there were more episodes. I’ve learned so much.
likitmtrs
5 out of 5 stars
Really wonderful, heartfelt podcast
Both of the hosts of this one were great at conveying both the stakes in Russia as well as the love and loss of father and daughter. I learned a lot but was also touched and reminded of my own father. So, so well done.
Zz,.iopñ
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent series
Fascinating. So well researched and put together. Boris Nemstov is a man to inspire us all, a man willing to risk everything in order to fight for democracy. As Ben Rhodes implies in the last episode, his situation can be seen as a foreshadowing of our own troubles in America, with threats of a rising anti-democratic, even autocratic regime in our midst. Thank you for this program!
Major Rambo
5 out of 5 stars
Love this podcast just
Wish the episodes were longer!
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5 out of 5 stars
Fascinating and Informative
One of the best narratives out there outlining Russia’s failed democratic movement and how all the pieces fit together in the lead-up to the current invasion of Ukraine. By telling the co-host’s personal story of the murder of her father, the parallel stories of a corrupt government and a totalitarian leader are scaled down in a way that makes them more immediate and comprehensible than any news report.
jacksons gramma
5 out of 5 stars
Gripping and timely
It’s been awhile since I listened to a podcast where I was on the edge of my seat waiting for the next episode to drop. Thanks to Ben and Zhanna! Also need to give the composer (Martin?) a shout out, love the music!
The real question
5 out of 5 stars
Benzhanna Bazinga!
I could listen to Ben Rhodes all day long. He makes being excellent sound easy. The thoughtful interplay that unfolds the recent tragic history of Russia through the familial story of Zhanna, Namastov’s daughter, is riveting and educational. Zhanna’s raw first person account from her front row seat coupled with Ben’s keen ability to seemlessly ask clarifying questions in a conversational style showcases the synergy between them.
Justjill29
5 out of 5 stars
At the edge of my seat
I can’t wait for the next episode each week. I’m engrossed in the storytelling, but feel as though I’m learning more intimately about the Russian-Ukrainian situation where it began. Americans are grossly undereducated about world matters and it’s a terrific addition to the podcast world as well as mine.
Teacher&Traveler
5 out of 5 stars
A Must Listen
An engaging, educational, and timely podcast. Zhanna is a tremendous talent and exactly the right person to tell this story, adding humor and humanity to a difficult subject. Ben is as intelligent and thoughtful as ever, offering supportive details and explanation, but never stepping on Zhanna’s toes. Can’t wait to hear more, and to see more of this kind content from Crooked!
KCProf
5 out of 5 stars
Incredibly good
Ben is an excellent storyteller, and even people familiar with recent Russian history will find the narrative compelling.
BunnyHugger75
5 out of 5 stars
Engrossing
This podcast is freaking awesome. It makes me feel like I’m there in Russia. I’m learning a ton too.
Babsnyc
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Really enjoying this recent history lesson on how Russia evolved into the nation it is today. Engaging, insightful, and a timely warning about the dangers of empowering strongmen.
okayme2
3 out of 5 stars
annoying repetitive soundtrack
Would be better without the annoying repetitive soundtrack
MOultraRunner
5 out of 5 stars
Engaging
Russia is a fascinating place and this is a great listen & lesson. Can’t wait to hear what’s next.
maman abeille
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
An engaging, informative, and important listen.
27yardle5623
5 out of 5 stars
Great listen
Love the show. i’ll always check out anything Ben Rhodes does since he’s so smart and great at telling stories. Zhanna is terrific as well and I’m really enjoying hearing the story from her perspective. highly recommend!b
jheintz81
5 out of 5 stars
Great Podcast! #vote
If you’re a history and political nut, like I am, them this podcast is right up your alley. I highly recommend it. I believe people need to hear this. It about an important event that occurred that would have positively changed the course of history. Our world could have been vastly different. Add this to your podcast library and listen!
Kansas City Diana
5 out of 5 stars
Engaging story telling
This story is compelling in its own but hearing it from this human perspective is especially enthralling. I love the historical ties and how it bleeds into today.
M'Lady Gardner
5 out of 5 stars
Don’t miss this!
A must listen for everyone living in today’s world.
LVREMR
5 out of 5 stars
Thank you
You all work so hard and I, like many, am so very thankful.
Suuperstaaar
5 out of 5 stars
Great first two episodes
Every podcast series by Ben Rhodes is incredibly educational and engaging.
ACE161989
5 out of 5 stars
Important History
I’m pleased with the context that this show provides. I can’t wait for more episodes. I hope they’re just as deep and informative.
Es4el35
5 out of 5 stars
Informative, Amazing, Important
Great information, amazing storytelling, important thought provoking narration.
card crazy
5 out of 5 stars
Important Context
Amazing to me that this context is omitted from mainstream understandings of post-Soviet Russia
QueenRipley
5 out of 5 stars
So far both episodes
Loved this show great job Although I think it could be just a bit more information per episode But we’ll done Heather
Windmillwendy
5 out of 5 stars
Compelling telling of relevant story
Beautifully put together and easy to follow.
Pamularia
5 out of 5 stars
Exceptional new podcast about the Russia that could have been. And maybe still can be.
Really great, smart, even funny at times.
EddieWatson
5 out of 5 stars
Crooked media hits a home run again with this new series
Two episodes in and I can’t wait to hear the next one!
pandadragon
5 out of 5 stars
Great listen
Interesting and engaging- though I wish more people would use their platforms to amplify Ukrainian voices. While the “not all russians” market is a bit saturated with coverage, if you’re going to listen to one legitimate not all russians story, Boris Nemtsov’s should be that story and they do an excellent job telling it.
Kagyepong
5 out of 5 stars
Great reporting
Interesting, fun, engaging to listen to.
Naguib 5
5 out of 5 stars
So compelling
Can’t wait to listen to the next ep! Zhanna is also hilarious and such a good storyteller!
Sunnycreek
5 out of 5 stars
Well done!
I enjoyed the first episode very much. Ben is very good at interviewing people and presenting a story
banjo mando
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent podcast.
Thanks for the interesting podcast.
Carrie110
5 out of 5 stars
The Russian hero
I had heard of Boris Nemtsov tangentially from Bill Browder’s books and from Aleksei Navalny”s work. This podcast introduces us to the true hero Mr. Nemtsov was. I can’t wait to listen to the rest of the series. May his family find peace, purpose, and power from his legacy.
Celtic Judy
5 out of 5 stars
Well done!
Telling a story I hadn’t heard before. Thank you!
marmotbs13
4 out of 5 stars
Fascinating
Fascinating and inspiring so far!
kiddlekook
5 out of 5 stars
A great perspective
Another insightful perspective from the Pod save guys
CoplinPit
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast!
Thank you for telling this important story.
Apolinessa
5 out of 5 stars
Спасибо что говорите что не молчите. !!!!
Я благодарна что вы есть
loverofpodcasts
5 out of 5 stars
A different story
Very interesting perspective
Podcast information
- Amount of episodes
- 8
- Subscribers
- 120
- Verified
- No
- Website
- Explicit content
- Yes
- Episode type
- episodic
- Podcast link
- https://podvine.com/link/..
- Last upload date
- May 11, 2023
- Last fetch date
- June 5, 2023 9:36 AM
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- MONTHLY
- Author
- Crooked Media, Ben Rhodes, Zhanna Nemtsova
- Copyright
- © Crooked Media. All Rights Reserved.
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- A Mountain Of FlowersZhanna recounts the night of her father’s assassination. In the days following, there is a massive memorial march through the center of Moscow and Boris Nemtsov becomes a symbol of opposition to Putin. Years later, Zhanna reflects on what her father’s story means for Russia today. If you want to learn more about the stories of Russians who are standing up to autocracy and how you can help support their work, check out https://nemtsovfund.org/en/RussiansForChange/0 comments0
- Another Russia Aug 22 · 33m National TraitorPutin annexes Crimea and Nemtsov goes hard in his opposition to the war in Ukraine. Banners with Nemtsov’s face on them calling him a “national traitor” line the streets of Moscow. Zhanna tries to persuade her father to leave Russia. If you want to learn more about the stories of Russians who are standing up to autocracy and how you can help support their work, check out https://nemtsovfund.org/en/RussiansForChange/0 comments0
- March of the MillionsAs Putin tightens his grip on the Kremlin, Boris Nemtsov tries to build an opposition movement. He joins forces with a young and tenacious leader named Alexei Navalny. Their alliance culminates in the biggest protest Russia has seen since the days of the Soviet Union. It also sparks a brutal crackdown. If you want to learn more about the stories of Russians who are standing up to autocracy and how you can help support their work, check out https://nemtsovfund.org/en/RussiansForChange/0 comments0
- A Cat In A SackThe oligarchs install Vladimir Putin to replace Yeltsin as the president. But it soon becomes clear Putin has no interest in being the lapdog of the rich and powerful. Boris Nemtsov goes into opposition and starts to face the consequences. If you want to learn more about the stories of Russians who are standing up to autocracy and how you can help support their work, check out https://nemtsovfund.org/en/RussiansForChange/0 comments0
- Beautiful Russia Of TomorrowBoris Nemtsov goes to Moscow as Deputy Prime Minister to take on Russia’s newly-minted oligarchs in a showdown that would determine the future of the country. He’ll find out whether idealism can trump money and power. If you want to learn more about the stories of Russians who are standing up to autocracy and how you can help support their work, check out https://nemtsovfund.org/en/RussiansForChange/0 comments0
- My Father’s DaughterIn the wake of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, a young physicist named Boris Nemtsov becomes active in politics and runs for office as the Soviet Union is collapsing. Decades later, his daughter Zhanna Nemtsova tells the story of how her father became the heir apparent to the Russian presidency. If you want to learn more about the stories of Russians who are standing up to autocracy and how you can help support their work, check out https://nemtsovfund.org/en/RussiansForChange/0 comments0
- Another Russia coming July 25thIn 2015 Putin’s number one public enemy, Boris Nemtsov, was shot and killed in front of the Kremlin. He was a relentless critic of Putin, corruption, and war in Ukraine. Then, he was assassinated. His daughter, journalist Zhanna Nemtsova, and co-host Ben Rhodes tell his story to find out what happened to an entire country – and what happens next. Is another Russia possible?0 comments0
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