Chapter
Understanding Communism in Moscow
1:51:12 - 1:57:47 (06:34)
The speaker reflects on his experience with the different way of life in Moscow, where he had to know the right people to get ahead.
Clips
The speaker is asked about personal and philosophical impressions of the USSR, including whether their faith and belief in communism began to falter during their time in Moscow due to fear of a potential war with the United States.
1:51:12 - 1:53:26 (02:14)
USSR
Summary
The speaker is asked about personal and philosophical impressions of the USSR, including whether their faith and belief in communism began to falter during their time in Moscow due to fear of a potential war with the United States.
ChapterUnderstanding Communism in Moscow
Episode#301 – Jack Barsky: KGB Spy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A personal recollection of a childhood in Moscow characterized by lower standards of living and frequent hunger.
1:53:26 - 1:55:16 (01:49)
Moscow
Summary
A personal recollection of a childhood in Moscow characterized by lower standards of living and frequent hunger.
ChapterUnderstanding Communism in Moscow
Episode#301 – Jack Barsky: KGB Spy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The underground nature of the Russian system reveals human nature more intensely, as navigating the hidden rules of making the right connections and giving money to the right people can be a culture shock for foreigners.
1:55:16 - 1:57:47 (02:31)
Culture shock
Summary
The underground nature of the Russian system reveals human nature more intensely, as navigating the hidden rules of making the right connections and giving money to the right people can be a culture shock for foreigners.