Anatoly Kurmanaev

Anatoly Kurmanaev, a skilled reporter for The New York Times, provides insights into the economic underpinnings of Russia's military strategy amid the war in Ukraine. He discusses the recent surge in drone assaults and Russia's innovative recruitment tactics, which include enticing enlistment with financial rewards. Kurmanaev highlights how Putin’s oil wealth sustains military actions while revealing the ironic trajectory toward isolation that may accompany Russia's quest for superpower status. The conversation reveals the complexities of a seemingly stable society on the brink.

Reporter Anatoly Kurmanaev from The New York Times discusses Russia's financial and military challenges under Putin's leadership, including the controversial recruitment of women for war. The podcast also covers Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to France and the Boy Scouts' evolution towards inclusivity amid societal changes.