Benjamin Nathans
The Alan Charles Kors Endowed Term Professor of History at the University of Pennsylvania. Author of 'To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause: The Many Lives of the Soviet Dissident Movement'.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 54min
Pulitzer-winner Benjamin Nathans on the Soviet dissident movement’s ‘many lives’
Benjamin Nathans, a historian and author at the University of Pennsylvania, dives deep into the Soviet dissident movement in this engaging discussion. He connects the aspirations of post-Stalin Russia with present-day resistance against authoritarianism. Nathans explores historical parallels between past and current political challenges, the evolution of Soviet justice, and highlights the key contributions of figures like Alexander Volpin. His insights reveal how the fight for human rights shifted from revolutionary dreaming to legalistic strategies, resonating profoundly in today's global context.
Mar 27, 2024 • 49min
Benjamin Nathans on Alexei Navalny
Professor Benjamin Nathans discusses the legacy of Alexei Navalny, highlighting his similarities and differences with other dissidents. They explore Navalny's impact on protests and the future of the Russian liberal movement, questioning if anyone can carry his flag going forward.
