Yevgeny Prigozhin

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Mark Galeotti dives deep into the enigmatic life of Yevgeny Prigozhin, a formidable warlord and rival of Vladimir Putin. He discusses Prigozhin's rise through the culinary elite in St. Petersburg and his path to leading the Wagner Group. The podcast uncovers the Kremlin's manipulation of loyalty and misinformation while analyzing the repercussions of Prigozhin’s actions post-coup. Galeotti speculates on Russia's future, highlighting the potential for a generational shift in leadership and its implications for democracy amid ongoing chaos.

Leader of the Wagner Group, Yevgeny Prigozhin, discusses their recruitment tactics influenced by ISIS, including flashy online efforts and recruitment centers in gyms. The podcast also explores the activities and deceptive tactics of the paramilitary organization, as well as the experiences of members and the competition for control following the leader's death.

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