Next Year in Moscow

Next Year in Moscow 9: Life and fate

Mar 2, 2024

In this podcast, they discuss the impact of Alexei Navalny's death on the opposition in Russia, exploring resilience and struggles for freedom despite threats and imprisonments. The narrative delves into the battle against corruption, drawing parallels to 'Demons' by Dostoyevsky. It also highlights moments of unexpected compassion and the enduring spirit of individuals standing up for what is right.

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Quick takeaways

The loss of Alexei Navalny has dimmed hopes for a brighter Russian future under Putin's regime.

Political prisoners demonstrate unwavering commitment to democratic ideals despite facing risks and imprisonments.

Deep dives

Navalny's Dream of Meeting in Jerusalem

Alexei Navalny and Rabbi Shimon Levin exchanged letters, planning to meet in Jerusalem after Navalny's release, to discuss meaningful topics under the night sky but his untimely death shattered this dream.

Introduction

3min

Resilience and Struggle for Freedom in Russia

20min

Resisting Corruption and Embracing Principles

6min

A Tense Encounter and a Heartbreaking Revelation in the Interrogation Room

2min

Unexpected Compassion

3min

A Soldier's Ordeal: Torture, Suicide Attempt, and Terrorism Charges

2min

Fostering Humanity Amidst Cruelty

14min

Exploration of Hope, Strength, and Defiance in the Face of Adversity

3min

A year on from our last episode, Alexei Navalny, Russia’s most prominent opposition leader, is dead. Hope for the “beautiful Russia of the future” he imagined from his prison cell in Siberia is all but extinguished. How are the Russians who oppose Vladimir Putin’s war enduring these dark times?

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