The Duran Podcast

Britain's drive for war with Russia w/ Dr. Marcus Papadopoulos (Live)

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Jun 10, 2025
Dr. Marcus Papadopoulos, a historian and political analyst specializing in Anglo-Russian relations, dives into the deep historical tensions between Britain and Russia. He critiques British Russophobia and discusses the importance of understanding Russian perspectives. Highlighting significant geopolitical events, he draws parallels with past conflicts and stresses the need for diplomatic engagement. The conversation also touches on the Litvinenko case, the decline of Britain's financial influence, and the rich heritage of Georgian opera, leaving listeners with thought-provoking insights into current global dynamics.
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ANECDOTE

Russian Views Link History To Ukraine

  • Alexander Mercouris attended a Russian lawyers' conference in St. Petersburg with many having Western ties.
  • Despite expectations, he found strong continuity in Russian views linking Ukraine conflict to historical Western antagonisms.
INSIGHT

Historic Britain-Russia Rivalry

  • Britain and Russia have long been rivals with deep historic distrust, never truly liking each other despite alliance in World Wars.
  • British officials historically underestimate and disparage Russian military capacity, reflecting persistent Russophobia.
INSIGHT

Misjudging Russian Military Strength

  • British media and commentators denigrate the Russian military, ignoring Russia's vast military capacity and industrial resilience.
  • Russia sustains heavy losses yet replenishes hardware quickly, maintaining a small percentage of its overall military capacity in Ukraine.
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