Chapter
Russian Defense Theory and Propaganda
2:33:00 - 2:37:07 (04:07)
Understanding Russian defense theory, which includes protection of the heartland and the encirclement by NATO. Additionally, the speaker challenges the Western perspective of Yeltsin and Russian propaganda.
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The podcast host discusses her interest in the history of post-Soviet Russia and how she came to realize the negative effects of the introduction of capitalism in the country.
2:33:00 - 2:34:04 (01:04)
Russia
Summary
The podcast host discusses her interest in the history of post-Soviet Russia and how she came to realize the negative effects of the introduction of capitalism in the country.
ChapterRussian Defense Theory and Propaganda
Episode#167 – Saagar Enjeti: Politics, History, and Power
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The concept of defense in depth explains why Russia considers the Baltic states as their protection of the heartland.
2:34:04 - 2:37:07 (03:02)
Russian defense, Vladimir Putin
Summary
The concept of defense in depth explains why Russia considers the Baltic states as their protection of the heartland. The recent wake-up call of being pushed around by the West has revealed Vladimir Putin's self-perception as a benevolent dictator and Russia's sentiment of superiority.