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Russian Roulette

Russian Roulette

Written by: Center for Strategic and International Studies
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 Hosted by Max Bergmann and Dr. Maria Snegovaya of the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program at CSIS, Russian Roulette explores the politics, history, and complex societies of Russia and Eurasia. Tune in for fascinating interviews and discussions on some of the biggest questions facing the broader post-Soviet space. Produced by Tina Dolbaia and Nick Fenton.All content © 2020 Center for Strategic and International Studies Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Four Years of the War in Ukraine (Live Event)

    Four Years of the War in Ukraine (Live Event)
    Feb 26 2026
    Max and Maria spoke with Hanna Notte, JP Gresh, and Michael Kimmage at a live CSIS event marking the four-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This conversation was recorded on February 23, 2026. For the video recording of this event, please go to CSIS.org. "Putin Had High Hopes for Trump. They Have Been Dashed," by Hanna Notte (The New York Times, February 2026). Preorder We Shall Outlast Them: Putin's Global Campaign to Defeat the West, by Hanna Notte (W.W. Norton & Company, August 2026).
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Ukraine's Ongoing Energy Crisis

    Ukraine's Ongoing Energy Crisis
    Feb 12 2026
    Max and Maria were joined by Andrian Prokip and Tim McDonnell to discuss the relentless Russian bombardment of Ukraine's energy infrastructure, and what this means for average Ukrainians trying to survive the winter months. Be sure to explore Tim McDonnell’s newsletter, Semafor Energy.
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    49 mins
  • Thresholds of Survival: The Latest Report on Ukrainian Resistance to Russian Occupation by Jade McGlynn

    Thresholds of Survival: The Latest Report on Ukrainian Resistance to Russian Occupation by Jade McGlynn
    Jan 22 2026
    Max and Maria spoke with Jade McGlynn about her latest report on Ukrainian resistance in the Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine. "Thresholds of Survival: The Resistance in Occupied Ukraine" by Jade McGlynn (January 2026, CSIS.org)
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    46 mins
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