The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Archive: Polina Ivanova on Evan Gershkovich’s Detention
Aug 10, 2024
Polina Ivanova, a Financial Times reporter and advocate for her friend Evan Gershkovich, discusses his detention in Russia. She shares insights into the perilous environment for journalists, highlighting the challenges and risks they face. Polina explains the opaque judicial processes behind Evan’s arrest and the intricate dynamics of U.S.-Russia prisoner exchanges. The conversation emphasizes the importance of public support, such as letter-writing campaigns, in bolstering Evan’s morale during his imprisonment.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 5min
Journalism Under Duress in Russia
05:05 • 17min
Exploring Personalized Health, Nature, and Online Privacy Solutions
21:46 • 3min
Navigating U.S.-Russia Prisoner Exchanges: The Role of Media and Diplomacy
24:51 • 4min
Support and Correspondence: The Impact of Letters on Detained Journalist
29:12 • 4min
Detained Voices: Legal Struggles and Solidarity
32:49 • 15min
Support and Promotion: A Call to Action
47:23 • 2min