Peter White, born blind, explores Moscow using his heightened sense of hearing. He describes the city as 'satisfyingly noisy,' delving into the distinct sounds of urban spaces and tranquil parks. The podcast also covers urban climbing, football enthusiasm, biker culture at a music festival, and Russia's space program history.
Exploring Moscow through sound reveals the city's captivating noise scenery.
The podcast sheds light on the sacrifices and challenges faced by animals in early space exploration, exemplified by Laika's story.
Deep dives
Exploring Moscow's History and Transformation
The podcast delves into the history and transformation of Moscow, reflecting on the narrator's fascination with the city, from its football legacy to its underground system. Through encounters with blind individuals and a visit to a museum, the narrative unfolds the shifts in Moscow's landscape while exploring the enduring essence of the city amidst changing times and modernizations.
Remembering Laika and Space Exploration
The podcast discusses the poignant story of Laika, the first dog in space, highlighting the sacrifices made in early space exploration. It recounts the tragic fate of Laika and the challenges faced by animals in the rapidly evolving space race, shedding light on the less glamorous aspects of scientific advancement during that era.
Cultural Insights and Challenges in Modern Russia
The episode navigates through religious, cultural, and societal dimensions in contemporary Russia, including discussions on church closures during Soviet times and the resurgence of traditions post the era. It also touches upon societal shifts, such as issues faced by blind individuals in navigating changing employment landscapes and reflections on personal experiences amidst cultural festivals and transformations in Moscow.
Peter White, who was born without sight, tours the world, navigating primarily with his ears. Where most travellers store up visual images of the places they visit, Peter takes his tape recorder and relies on everything except eyes to guide him. Peter's latest spot of tourism takes him to Moscow, a city he describes as "satisfyingly noisy:"
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