The Slow Newscast

Putin's murders: The full Stalin - episode 3

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Apr 4, 2024
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, imprisoned in an Arctic labour camp, discusses Putin's crackdown on dissent and the mysterious deaths of his opponents. The podcast delves into Navalny's resilience, challenges, and defiance against Putin's regime, shedding light on the murky world of Kremlin politics.
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ANECDOTE

Navalny's Return

  • Odessa Rae, a film producer, got to know Alexei Navalny while filming a documentary about him.
  • Navalny's decision to return to Russia from Germany was influenced by his belief that he couldn't be a Russian politician from abroad.
INSIGHT

Navalny's Optimism

  • Navalny's optimism might have overshadowed his awareness of the risks involved in returning to Russia.
  • He believed his survival of a previous poisoning attempt might offer him some protection.
ANECDOTE

Navalny's Documentary

  • Navalny created a documentary exposing Putin's opulent palace on the Black Sea.
  • He aimed to challenge Putin's power and expose his alleged kleptocracy.
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