The Rest Is Politics

152. The Power of Prigozhin

Jul 18, 2023

Richard Engel, NBC News' chief foreign correspondent, dives deep into the enigmatic life of Yevgeny Prigozhin, tracing his rise from a Siberian prison to a pivotal figure in Russian politics. The discussion highlights the Wagner Group's murky operations in conflict zones, including harrowing stories from the Central African Republic. Engel reveals how Prigozhin's influence intertwines with military strategies and Kremlin dynamics, while underscoring the bravery and commitment of journalists reporting from perilous areas.

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Richard Engel

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

The Rise of Prigozhin and the Wagner Group

20min

Military Strategies and Collaboration in Conflict Zones

2min

Wagner's Shadow: Impact in the Central African Republic

6min

Rise and Influence: The Power Dynamics of Prigozhin

17min

The Courage and Integrity of Foreign Correspondents

2min

From a Siberian penal colony to the gold mines of the Central African Republic, who is Yevgeny Prigozhin and how did he become one of the most famous men in Russia today?

Following Wagner's mutiny in Moscow last month, Rory and Alastair speak to chief foreign correspondent for NBC News, Richard Engel, to discover the truth behind the origins of the Wagner Group and its mysterious founder.

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