You can download the entire audio course on our website: www.linguaboost.com Boost your fluency in Russian with LinguaBoost! Each lesson contains useful everyday phrases related to a specific topic. You’ll learn the language in context, not just isolated words. All material is translated and spoken by native speakers.
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If you already understand Russian but find it difficult to use it in conversation, Russian in Context is just what you need! Listening is key! This podcast simplifies things by discussing various topics in Russian. Repetitions, synonyms, explanations, and a slow pace make understanding easier. Explore our website at www.russianincontext.com for transcripts, free courses, exercises, quizzes, and pronunciation exercises. Connect with us on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, iTalki, iTunes, and Goog ...
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Immerse yourself in the most compelling and consequential stories from around the globe. The world is changing in big ways every day. State of the World from NPR takes you where the news is happening — and explains why it matters. With bureaus spanning the globe, NPR reporters bring you facts and context from the ground so you can cut through the noise of disinformation. NPR's State of the World, a human perspective on global stories in just a few minutes, every weekday. State of the World w ...
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If you care about Ukraine, you are in the right place. I try to provide unique insights that help you understand the context. Just listen to ONE episode, and if you like it, subscribe. To support my effort, you can: Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Support me directly at PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/professorgerdes or Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dr.gerdes
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An international chat show on the politics, history, current events, and peoples of the Slavic world, sponsored by The University of Texas at Austin's Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies and Clements Center for National Security. Whether you're a Slavophile, a foreign affairs junkie, or simply a curious mind, The Slavic Connexion offers insightful, accessible, and even fun discussions on the sprawling region in the context of our hyperconnected world. "It's not typical Te ...
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From the evolution of intelligent life, to the mysteries of consciousness; from the threat of the climate crisis to the search for dark matter, The world, the universe and us is your essential weekly dose of science and wonder in an uncertain world. Hosted by journalists Dr Rowan Hooper and Dr Penny Sarchet and joined each week by expert scientists in the field, the show draws on New Scientist’s unparalleled depth of reporting to put the stories that matter into context. Feed your curiosity ...
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Meduza’s English-language podcast, The Naked Pravda highlights how our top reporting intersects with the wider research and expertise that exists about Russia. The broader context of Meduza’s in-depth, original journalism isn’t always clear, which is where this show comes in. Here you’ll hear from the world’s community of Russia experts, activists, and reporters about issues that are at the heart of Meduza’s stories and crucial to major events in and around Russia.
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Welcome to 'Corylated', the podcast for compliance and risk aficionados. Rachel Wolcott and Lindsey Rogerson dive deep into the ever-evolving world of regulation and compliance. Unveiling trends, providing expert insights, and building a vibrant community, each episode is your gateway to mastering the historical context and current shifts in regulatory landscapes. Tune in, stay informed, and enjoy the some of the trusty guidance we promise to deliver! www.compliancecorylated.com LinkedIn - h ...
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New podcast With Colonel AC. Oguntoye on the progress of the special military operation as of today, Inside the Special Military Operation presents Frontline Updates, delivering inside perspectives on the ongoing war in Ukraine. Our mission is to keep viewers informed and engaged by offering news updates, expert interviews, and historical context. Colonel AC Oguntoye, an Infantry Officer responsible for leading Infantry Soldiers at all levels of command and combined armed forces leads the ch ...
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Looking at the world through the lens of its media. Think of us as your media detectives, helping you get past the propaganda and misinformation. The Global Jigsaw comes from BBC Monitoring, which tracks, deciphers and analyses news media in 100 languages. We reach across multiple time zones, from China and India, to Iran, Africa and Latin America. We watch Russian state TV around the clock, giving unrivalled insight into the evolution of Kremlin propaganda. But propaganda is just part of th ...
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Podcast from the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (FSI) at Stanford University, featuring Director Michael McFaul, former U.S. Ambassador to Russia. Mike and our scholars dive into critical international issues, offering insights into the history and context of the biggest stories in the news.
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The Bear Market Brief (BMB) podcast explores politics, economics, and their intersection in Russia, Ukraine, and the post-Soviet space. bearmarketbrief.substack.com
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Hello and welcome to Waitt, What? The Podcast. Ever since President Vladimir Putin made his fateful decision to launch an all-out, full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the world has definitely become a scarier place. Many Americans, long ignorant of the centuries-old conflicts that have defined Eastern Europe, especially the space between Germany and Russia, have been sent into scramble mode in order to understand why Putin did something we perceive as so extreme and so irrationa ...
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A podcast on European conflicts from the perspective of each side to provide an alternative to the traditional national narratives. Going chronologically from the Ancient Greeks onwards I described to some extent how each battle was won or lost by particular decisions, tactics, technology or fortune. But the aim of each main narrative will be to place each battle in the context of the overall history of Europe. New series on the Interwar Years 1918-1945 begins 18th July 2025 Hosted on Acast. ...
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ABC News Daily is the podcast that helps you understand the issues affecting your world. Every episode, host Samantha Hawley walks through one story with the help of an ABC colleague or expert in under 15 minutes. When you want coverage you can trust, listen to ABC News Daily. Key topics of recent episodes include the Donald Trump administration, DOGE, Tesla, insurance costs, recession risks, egg shortages, DeepSeek, neo-Nazis, Putin and Xi, solar batteries, the jobs market, anti-Semitism, a ...
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Kristen R. Ghodsee reads and discusses 47 selections from the works of Alexandra Kollontai (1872-1952), a socialist women's activist who had radical ideas about the intersections of socialism and women's emancipation. Born into aristocratic privilege, the Ukrainian-Finnish Kollontai was initially a member of the Mensheviks before she joined Lenin and the Bolsheviks and became an important revolutionary figure during the 1917 Russian Revolution. Kollontai was a socialist theorist of women’s e ...
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From "wokeness" to cancel culture, the culture wars are in full swing. In this series of no-holds-barred long-form interviews, The Telegraph’s Steven Edginton sits down with world-leading commentators to unpick them. New episodes on Fridays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A podcast and conversation where we take time to explore different parts or our world and the forces affecting them. Walter Givhan, a retired Air Force General and the President of the Alabama World Affairs Council hosts Speaking Globally which brings together expert voices from around the globe for conversations about culture, context, and issues that matter.
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HISTORIES GREATEST This Day in History: The Stories That Shaped Our World Histories Greatest is a daily podcast that takes you on an immersive journey through time, highlighting the most remarkable events, achievements, and turning points that occurred on this very day throughout history. Each episode, your hosts dive into fascinating stories from around the globe, unearthing the pivotal moments that changed the course of human civilization. From groundbreaking scientific discoveries and tec ...
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Russian for Beginners: A1-A2 - My favorite season - Моё любимое время года #192
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4:34Привет, привет! Эта серия подкастов для моих студентов, которые тольконачинают учить русский язык. Тема сегодня – My favorite season - Моё любимое время года Transcription + QUIZ This podcast is designed for Russian learners at the A2/lower intermediate level and above. My aim is to immerse you in the Russian lan…
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UKRAINE’S DEADLY PRECISION: Drones Are DEVASTATING Russia’s Military
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13:24While Russia hit a market and hotel last night, Ukraine was systematically targeting Russian military operations. Here's what they attacked. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/…
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Frontline Updates: 08-02-2025 Strategic Advances: Russian Forces Gain Ground in Special Military Operation
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8:34Welcome to Frontline Updates, your trusted source for in-depth military insights from expert voices in the field. In this episode, join host Sharifa Mohammed and Colonel A.C. Oguntoye as they discuss the latest developments in the Russian Special Military Operation as of August 2, 2025. Explore how the Russian Armed Forces strategically advanced ac…
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TRUMP JUST DROPPED 2 NUCLEAR SUBS ON RUSSIA’S DOORSTEP
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11:42Trump has taken a number of active steps to put pressure on Putin over the last few weeks. Sending 2 nuclear subs is the latest. Here is the whole story. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://ww…
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Jane Austen Fans Celebrate the Beloved English Author's 250th Birthday
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4:36With anniversary of Jane Austen's birth approaching in December, her fans are donning gowns and tailcoats at costume balls across Britain. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
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Civil War rages across Russia from the north in Murmansk, across the Trans-Siberian Railway to the Far East, as well as in Ukraine and the Caucasus. However, the anti-Bolshevik fail to cooperate effectively Picture: Tsar Nicholas II with this family 1913 (murdered by the Bolsheviks in July 1918) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…
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PUTIN: We're ‘RETURNING’ WHAT’S ‘OURS’—AKA LEVELING CITIES
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13:32Putin is posturing to look like Trump's sanctions threats do not matter. This is what he said when he met with Lukashenko. Is this strength or weakness? ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www…
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Putin’s Economy is a House of Cards--What will Happen To The Russian Economy?
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19:23The Russian economy is hurting. Here is how much. I am ONLY showing problems over the last month (July). It is kind of crazy. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/profes…
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Why Ukraine’s Survival Hinges on STOPPING Russia’s ‘Quiet Elimination’
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15:03THIS is why Ukrainians fight. The alternative is slavery or death. This is what Russia is doing to Ukraine. It is clear and well documented. Here is how Ukraine is stopping them. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professor…
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Ozempic and Wegovy slow down biological ageing; creation of synthetic bacterium; geology of the Russian earthquake
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28:24Episode 314 Weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy have been shown to slow down - or even reverse - the ageing process. In a trial of 84 people taking semaglutide, their biological age dropped by 3.1 years on average, with some organs becoming almost 5 years younger. Based on this new research, this finding could make these some of the most impactful…
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Frontline Updates: 08-01-2025 Inside the Special Military Operation
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9:50Welcome to" Frontline Updates, "your authoritative source on the operational realities of modern warfare. I'm your host. Today’s episode covers the intense developments between July 26 and August 1 in the ongoing special military operation. We’re joined by Colonel A.C. Oguntoye, a veteran infantry officer and ground commander, to walk us through Ru…
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HOW A THREATENED TARIFF Is Already Killing Russia’s Oil Deals
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16:36It looks like sanctions and JUST THE THREATS OF SECONDARY SANCTIONS ARE WORKING...It is really interesting to see this shift. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/profes…
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Brazil Braces for Trump's Tariffs. Brits Say Goodbye to Ozzy
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7:29The threat of 50% US tariffs on some goods have Brazilian growers and producers are on edge. Heavy metal hero Ozzy Osbourne has a hometown farewell in Birmingham, England. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
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In was the greatest unforced error of the war, and yet, Ukrainians managed to reverse it and prove that their democracy was stronger than we knew. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypa…
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Why Putin Targets Civilians—The Disturbing Logic
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12:13It is worse than I thought. I have come to conclude that Putin's motives are even darker than I imagined. Please tell me I am wrong. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme…
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Donald Trump has spent another week fielding questions over the release of the so-called Epstein files. The saga even followed him to Scotland. Now he has sent the US Deputy Attorney-General to interview Jeffrey Epstein’s co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell who is in prison for sex trafficking. Today, Jill Wine-Banks, one of the prosecutors during the…
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Frontline Updates: 07-31-2025 Inside the Special Military Operation
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8:05Welcome back to another episode of “Frontline Updates.” I’m your host. In this episode, we bring you the latest developments from the battlefield as of July 31st, 2025. Joining us is Colonel A.C. Oguntoye, a senior Infantry Officer overseeing operations across multiple combined arms formations. Today’s discussion covers the significant capture of C…
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Whither Strong? Exploring Conceptions of Russian Power
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31:38Why does Russia play such an important role in geopolitics? If it's because of 'strength'... what does strength even mean? And why do conceptions of Russia's strength vary so extremely? Seva Gunitsky joins Aaron Schwartzbaum on this week’s Bear Market Brief podcast. Related Reading Russia is both weak and strong - that's the problem. by Seva Gunits…
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SM&CR went from ‘just right’ to ‘too much’ in a decade
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36:52In this episode Rachel Wolcott and Lindsey Rogerson discuss the proposed changes to the UK’s landmark Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SM&CR). At its inception it was deemed to be framework proportionate to challenge of holding financial services senior managers accountable, but 10 years on the UK government and regulators view some aspects …
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RUSSIANS MOCK SANCTIONS—Because They Don’t Know What’s Coming
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3:29In man on the street interviews, Russians show absolute economic ignorance and a bit too much faith in Mighty Russia. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/professorgerde…
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President Trump's Vision of U.S. Shipbuilding Requires Rebuilding An Industry
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9:33President Trump wants to bring shipbuilding back to the U.S. to counter China and boost American jobs. The ambitious goal will require rebuilding infrastructure and retraining a workforce. And in Paris, twenty years of discouraging car traffic and planting trees is yielding cleaner air and revitalized river banks and public spaces. Learn more about…
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Russia’s ‘Never To Be Seen’ Files—LEAKED By Ukrainian Hackers
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16:45Russia’s ‘Never To Be Seen’ Files—LEAKED By Ukrainian Hackers - And here is what they found. It is crazy. I also talk about the forthcoming tariffs and why it appears likely that they will happen and the difficulty of interpretation. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExpla…
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RUSSIAN 8.8 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE LEADS TO TSUNAMI! US COASTLINE HIT
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10:50An 8.8 Magnitude EARTHQUAKE just hit Russia leading to a tsubami in the Pacific. Here is what was affected. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/professorgerdes YouTube …
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WAR WITHOUT MERCY: Ukraine’s BRUTAL Daily Reality
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14:31What is it really like on the battlefield? I will try to show you what is happening RIGHT NOW in Ukraine. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/professorgerdes YouTube Ch…
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Is Trump about to double Australia’s tariff?
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15:16Donald Trump’s latest trade deal with the European Union is said to be really bad for Europe. So, why did the EU agree to a 15 per cent tariff on almost all goods entering the United States and does it signal a troubled road ahead for us? Today, the ABC’s Chief Business Correspondent Ian Verrender on where all the Trump trade mess is up to. Feature…
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Frontline Updates: 07-30-2025: Decoding Russia's Tactical Advances in Ukraine
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9:21Welcome to another episode of Frontline Updates, the podcast that provides you with detailed insights into ongoing military operations. Join your host Sharifa Muhammad MGT and our guest, Colonel A.C. Ogontoya, as they discuss the significant advancements in the special military operation as of July 30, 2025. The discussion covers Russia's strategic…
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This Underwater Sculpture Garden Protects Italian Fishing Grounds
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7:53Mermaids, giants and huge eyes look up from the waters near Talamone, Italy. It's one fisherman's way of protecting fishing grounds from the damage of trawling nets. Artists' sculptures are sunk to the bottom of the Mediterranean sea along with concrete blocks to break the nets of the trawlers that devastate marine life. Learn more about sponsor me…
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RUSSIA’S BLOODY MATH: Ignoring Their Dead, Inflating Ukraine’s
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10:49Solovyov says that there are not 100,000 Dead Russians this year. Rubio and NATO's Rutte say there are. Who is right? ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/professorgerde…
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Frontline Updates: 07-29-2025 Cascading Pressure: Inside the Special Military Operation
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9:15Welcome to "Frontline Updates", your trusted source for military analysis from the frontlines of today’s most complex battlespace. I’m your host, and today—July 29th, 2025—we welcome back Colonel A.C. Oguntoye, Infantry Officer and field commander overseeing combined arms operations across several theaters of Russia’s special military operation. In…
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TRUMP’S STUNNING CONFESSION: ‘PUTIN WANTS WAR' - Now He has 10 DAYS!
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16:4010 Days to Trump's sanctions--or so he says. He has given himself a deadline (an unusual act for Trump) and he does not seem confident that sanctions will work. I unpack Trump's statement here. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffe…
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Once a sceptic, now a convert, Donald Trump is embracing crypto currency and making a tidy profit on the side. The US president’s newfound love has seen crypto currencies like Bitcoin skyrocket in value and now he’s passing bills through US Congress to change the sector entirely. Today, Ross Buckley, Laureate Fellow and Scientia Professor at the Un…
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The Silent War: Ukraine's Devastating Attacks on Russian Supply Routes
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15:16While the Russians target civilians, Ukraine is going after Russian logistics. After all, as General Bradley explained: "Amateurs study tactics; Professionals study logistics." ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorge…
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Starvation Threatens Lasting Harm to Gaza's Children
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12:29Doctors warn that even with immediate food aid, the toll of malnutrition and starvation on children in Gaza may already be permanent. And we hear the Venezuelans deported from the U.S. to El Salvador describe beatings, sexual abuse, and near-total isolation inside the notorious CECOT mega prison. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastcho…
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Frontline Updates: 07-28-2025 Precision, Pressure, and Positional Gains: Inside the Special Military Operation
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9:06Welcome to "Frontline Updates", your source for in-depth military analysis from the battlespace. Today is July 28, 2025, and we’re joined again by Colonel A.C. Oguntoye, an infantry officer commanding combined arms operations across multiple axes of Russia’s ongoing military campaign. In this episode, we break down the latest coordinated offensive …
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LAVROV LAUNCHES DISINFO CLUSTERBOMB—We burst Every Lie
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17:41In this video, I dismantle Lavrov's lies. He is marvelously efficient in spreading disinformation. But lies are easy to disprove with facts. ***** To support me as as I provide Ukraine war context: ***** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professorgerdes Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/…
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Israel says there’s no starvation in Gaza, but the pictures tell a very different story and there’s now growing condemnation from some of Israel’s supporters, including Australia. The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the images of suffering are ‘completely indefensible’. Today, Global Affairs Editor Laura Tingle on the mounting pressure and the…
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