Rev Left Radio

The Soviet Union: The Russian Revolution and Joseph Stalin

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Oct 16, 2017
Guest
Gregory Afinogenov
In this intriguing discussion, Gregory Afinogenov, an assistant professor of Imperial Russian History at Georgetown University, dives deep into the October Revolution and the complexities of the Soviet Union. He critiques Western liberal propaganda, sheds light on Stalin's controversial policies, and examines the socio-political conditions that led to the Bolshvik uprising. Affinogenov also explores the lessons modern leftists can extract from history, the impact of the Cold War narrative, and the nuanced realities of life under Soviet governance.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
Exploring Political Identity and the Lessons of the October Revolution
02:25 • 2min
3
Unpacking the Russian Revolution: Myths and Realities
04:38 • 19min
4
Stalin's Era: Labor, Legacy, and Misconceptions
23:13 • 14min
5
Hypocrisy in Criticism of Soviet Planning: Lessons for Future Socialism
37:40 • 4min
6
The Intersection of Technology, Economy, and Historical Narratives
41:58 • 2min
7
Famine, Policies, and the Soviet Legacy
43:54 • 18min
8
Reflections and Recommendations on Revolutionary Literature
01:02:06 • 3min