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Media and public discussion tends to understand Russian politics as a direct reflection of Vladimir Putin's seeming omnipotence or Russia's unique history and culture. Yet Russia is remarkably similar to other autocracies - and recognizing this illuminates the inherent limits to Putin's power. Weak Strongman challenges the conventional wisdom about Putin's Russia, highlighting the difficult trade-offs that confront the Kremlin on issues ranging from election fraud and repression to propaganda and foreign policy.

The Strongman Broadcast is a podcast hosted by Niall Taylor who is joined by a roster of expert pundits, journalists and past and current competitive athletes.This podcast offers strongman fans a dose of punditry, news, and analysis regarding all things important in the sport of Strongman. Expect lively debates, big personalities, and a shining spotlight on the sport we all love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The world is currently experiencing the lowest levels of democracy we have seen in over thirty years. Autocracy is on the rise, and while the cost of autocracy seems evident, it nevertheless remains an attractive option to many. While leaders like Viktor Orbán disrupt democratic foundations from within, autocrats like Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin do so from abroad, eroding democratic institutions and values and imperilling democracies that appear increasingly fragile.