Robert is joined again by Garrison Davis to continue to discuss Alexander Lukashenko. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This podcast episode discusses the unsolved murders of three radio journalists in Miami and delves into a world of drugs and conspiracy to uncover the mastermind behind the killings. It is followed by a discussion about the frustrations of living under a dictatorship and the challenges of using Bluetooth earbuds.
Lukashenko backpedals on his previous comments on Hitler while making a controversial statement on gay people. His history of odd comments on Hitler is also noted.
This podcast discusses how Belarus's leader, Lukashenko, has been accused of falsifying election results in the past, and even admitted to it once. He has been referred to as "Europe's last dictator" by some in the international community but recently offered to share power with Putin.
There are rumors that Putin’s sons - Nikolai, Dmitri, and Viktor - hold a significant amount of power in Russia, but it’s unclear how much truth there is to these rumors. Some speculate that Putin is grooming Nikolai to be his successor, while others believe that he simply wants to enjoy his wealth and avoid being overthrown.
Putin has been raising oil prices towards Belarus in response to their political turmoil, causing turmoil in Belarusian economy. Belarus gifted three sacks of potatoes and rendered pork fat to Russia for Christmas.
The Belarusian regime led by Lukashenko has been able to control its population by enacting laws that prevent activism and advocacy, reliable policing, and following the authoritarian playbook.
Crowdfunding campaigns in Belarus are purchasing basic medical supplies for their doctors because the government denied the existence of the coronavirus. One campaign spent $130k on respirators for medical professionals.
A campaign in Belarus used an app to organize voter drives and track votes, which allowed them to effectively fight back against the government's repressive measures. They also began using apps like Telegram to mobilize during the pandemic.
In this episode, Alex Magaisa joins to discuss the recent election in Belarus, the ensuing violence and protests, and what the future may hold for the country.
The speaker discusses the possibility of NATO and other Western powers attempting to exert influence over Belarus, and expresses concern about the country splitting along pro-European or pro-Russian lines similar to Ukraine.
The people of Belarus request physical help in their fight against the police. The interviewees express the inconvenience of not having headphone splitters.