

Reading Solzhenitsyn's '200 Years Together' w/ Dr. Matthew Raphael Johnson - Part 24
Apr 5, 2025
Matthew Raphael Johnson, a scholar with a focus on Russian history and political ideology, joins to dive into Solzhenitsyn's '200 Years Together.' They discuss the complex relationship between Russian Marxism and Jewish revolutionary movements, illuminating historical perceptions shaped by stereotypes. Johnson analyzes the internal conflicts of socialist factions, the intertwining of Jewish nationalism with leftist ideologies, and the historical impact of Jewish communities on societal evolution. Their conversation unpacks the nuanced identities that have emerged amidst the revolutionary fervor.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Russian Marxism and Jewish Influence
02:28 • 8min
The Struggle for Class and Identity in Revolutionary Russia
10:56 • 12min
Jewish Nationalism and Leftist Ideology in Soviet History
22:27 • 26min
Jewish Revolutionary Tendencies and Historical Monarchy
48:07 • 2min
Exploring Jewish Influence in Revolutionary Movements
50:18 • 5min