In Moscow's Shadows In Moscow's Shadows 138: Gangster Geopolitics
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Mar 9, 2024 Exploring the dangerous ties between Russian-based organized crime and intelligence agencies, with a focus on the evolving nature of Russian criminal groups. The podcast investigates the historical and contemporary connections between the Russian state and organized crime, revealing how criminal activities are used for political agendas. It also delves into the complex interplay of organized crime, statecraft, and international tensions, highlighting the challenges faced by the Kremlin in managing gangster elements in their geopolitical interests.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Russian Organized Crime: International Threats and Evolution
05:05 • 15min
The Dark Alliance: State and Crime in Russia
20:20 • 10min
Exploring the Nexus of Organized Crime and Statecraft in International Tensions
30:08 • 5min
Russian State-Mafia Entanglement
35:09 • 18min
Reflections on Geopolitics and Gangsterism
52:48 • 1min