Guest bravely shares their commitment to speaking out despite the risks involved in revealing the truth about Russia. They shed light on the dangers they face and highlight the importance of their mission to share their story.
Inside Russia YouTuber Konstantin Samoilov exposes what life under Vladimir Putin has been like — from fleeing mobilization to facing KGB threats abroad.
What We Discuss with Konstantin Samoilov:
Why someone who has lived through the transition of Russia from a Soviet superpower to an oligarchic dictatorship now lives in exile and sleeps with one eye open.
How the arrival of companies like McDonald's in the 1990s had a significant psychological impact on Russians, challenging their perceptions of the West.
The stark differences between American meritocracy and the "blat" (nepotism) system prevalent in Russia, which limits opportunities for those without connections.
How, contrary to official propaganda, the Russian economy is suffering due to sanctions, brain drain, a mass population exodus of three million, and a focus on military production at the expense of other sectors.
Why Russian state media has shifted from focusing solely on controlling internal narratives to actively trying to shape international perceptions of Russia.