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Cinephile, history fan, and one-time Muscovite Ally Pitts explores contemporary and Soviet-era Russian language cinema one film at a time! The show combines interviews and movie discussion, and features expert guests including authors, journalists, stand-up comedians, and indie podcasters. From time to time, it also tackles Hollywood’s attempts to bring aspects of Russian culture, literature, and history to the Silver Screen.
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Learning Russian through Stories

Russian Language Arts

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Russian listening and reading skills practice. Learning through stories is a fun and enticing way to practice Russian. The transcript of each story is available on the YouTube channel "Russian Language Arts". Learn Russian and smile!
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A decolonial podcast that studies the intersection of asymmetrical warfare and colonialism. Join me each season as I discuss different conflicts from all over the world and breakdown the different colonial and asymmetrical tactics used. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aoawarfare/support
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In this collection of Russian stories, editor and compiler Thomas Seltzer selects from a range of the best examples of 19th and early 20th century Russian literature. As a survey of famous authors at the height of the powers, as well as some writers who have been unjustly neglected, this anthology is indispensable.
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Childhood, published in 1852, is the first novel in Leo Tolstoy’s autobiographical trilogy, which also includes Boyhood, and Youth. Published when Tolstoy was twenty-three, the book gained immediate notice among Russian writers including Ivan Turgenev, and heralded the young Tolstoy as a major figure in Russian letters. Childhood is an expressionist exploration of the internal life of a young boy, Nikolenka, and was a new form in Russian writing, mixing fact, fiction and emotions to render t ...
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I am a native English speaking voice over actor of European origin with experience in podcasting and commercial video voiceovers and singing. My original accent is British but I have lived in the USA and have picked up American English as well. I am well-travelled and can act in a variety of accents including Eastern European, Russian, Indian, French and Irish. My voice comes out as deep, warm and friendly. Bulgarian is my second mother language. My recent projects include voice over for an ...
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Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace chronicles the lives of five Russian aristocratic families during Napoleon's invasion of Russia. Many considered this book to be the best Russian work of literature of all time and it is massive in scale. The book is divided in four volumes and the chapters don't just contain the narrative of the plot to the novel but philosophical discussions as well. This may be intimidating to average book readers but they shouldn't be discouraged to try reading War and Peace. ...
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Best Book Breakdown

Best Book Breakdown

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Welcome to Best Book Breakdown, the podcast that breaks down the bestseller books you need to read! If you love the idea of reading all the latest bestsellers but simply don't have the time, then this podcast is perfect for you. Each episode, we'll provide you with a comprehensive summary of a popular book that has made it onto the bestseller lists. We'll cover everything from plot and character development to key themes and takeaways, giving you all the information you need to know in a con ...
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Slavstvuyte!

Dina Stankovic

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Slavstvuyte is a podcast dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of Slavic languages. Join me as we delve into the rich history, vibrant cultures, and diverse communities that make up the Slavic-speaking world. From Russian to Czech, Polish to Ukrainian, and everything in between, I will take you on a journey through the sounds, structures, and quirks that make Slavic languages unique. Each episode, your host, along with a variety of experts, will explore a different aspect of Slavic la ...
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Set in 19th century Russia, The Brothers Karamazov (Russian: Братья Карамазовы) is the last novel written by the illustrious author Fyodor Dostoyevsky who died a few months before the book's publication. The deeply philosophical and passionate novel tells the story of Fyodor Karamazov, an immoral debauch whose sole aim in life is the acquisition of wealth. Twice married, he has three sons whose welfare and upbringing, he cares nothing about. At the beginning of the story, Dimitri Karamazov, ...
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Classic episode re-release, featuring music by composer Juliet Merchant. In this episode, originally released in August 2018, Sarah Roberts, artist and podcaster, joins Ally Pitts to discuss this early Soviet silent sci-fi adventure. SPOILERS from about 16 minutes in until the end. CONTENT WARNING: discussion of the film's depiction of abusive rela…
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Michael Collins' role in negotiating the Anglo-Irish Treaty Please support these Palestinian families: Mohammed, Ibrahim Rula. Support this podcast by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠joining my Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join my newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and stay up to date on all my projects ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit my website --- Supp…
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Host Ally Pitts shares news about two exhibitions running in 2024 that feature the work of artist Alexandra Exter. He also discusses a previous film covered on the podcast, Aelita, which she worked on as a costume designer and set decorator. The Royal Academy of Art's exhibition is In the Eye of the Storm: Modernism in Ukraine from 1900 to the 1930…
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Join me as we take a step back and discuss Michael Collin's role in the Irish War of Independence If you can, please donate to the following fundraisers: Mohammed,Ibrahim Rula. If you can please volunteer/donate to the following houseless support organizations: City of Chicago Houseless Resources Housing Action Illinois Resource List Chicago Coalit…
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Part 2 - the Provisional Government launched an artillery bombardment on the Four Courts but the anti-treaty IRA refused to surrender. Now they must launch an infantry assault on the Four Courts - many of its buildings mined and full of explosives. March on DNC Instagram HCW March on DNC If Not Now Chicago Instagram Support this podcast by ⁠⁠⁠⁠join…
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Host Ally Pitts shares news about the BFI's Béla Tarr retrospective season Will Heaven Fall Upon Us? Ally's local, the Ultimate Picture Palace in Oxford is one of the participating UK cinemas. Links mentioned/alluded to in the episode: Béla Tarr retrospective Season at the Ultimate Picture Palace in Oxford For a 30-day free trial of the streaming s…
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International(?) man of mystery Lyn Seren joins Ally Pitts to discuss Andrei Tarkovsky's penultimate film. We also talk about rückenfigurs and Milton Keynes artists Boyd & Evans a bit! Links mentioned/alluded to in the episode: International Association for Suicide Prevention’s directory: https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/ UK: https://www.sama…
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In this episode, after taking a long break, we will talk about how we learned Slavic languages with my new co-host Marvin. I have a Slavic background while Marvin is a native French speaker, so tune in to find what makes learning Slavic languages so... exciting! Support the show Support Slavstvuyte through www.buymeacoffee.com/slavstvuyte Follow me…
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Links mentioned in the episode: The Top 100 Podcast with Tim Coleman: Man with a Movie Camera episode with Ally Pitts. Saint Audio Podcast Festival line-up Saint Audio Podcast Festival announcement episode. I am Cuba, directed by Mikhail Kalatozov, screening at the Ultimate Picture Palace in Oxford. At the time of recording, Salt for Svanetia is av…
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The Provisional Government, focused on writing a constitution, building a police force and national army, and creating a functioning government, was content to let Rory O'Connor and his 100+ rebels to hold the Four Courts. However, British pressure and the kidnapping of J. J. "Ginger" O'Connell force the Provisional Government's hand. The Battle fo…
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Michael Collins takes a novel approach to avoiding civil war: election rigging and writing a constitution that will undermine the Anglo-Irish Treaty. The British Government prefers direct action against the anti-treaty IRA members who took the Four Courts and may have assassinated Field Marshall Wilson. Which option do you think seems more likely t…
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Saint Audio Podcast Festival is happening over the late May Bank Holiday Weekend (that's 23-26 May), in Oxford, UK! See you there, maybe? Links mentioned in the episode: Saintaudiopodcastfestival.com Screening of Spice World (1997) at the Ultimate Picture Palace, presented by The Flop House podcast. Contact us/socials: (We've changed the name of th…
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Received this lovely question on Tiktok and thought I'd share my answer here. If you want to learn more about Central Asia and Russia, I recommend listening to season two of this podcast. Support this podcast by ⁠joining my Patreon⁠ Join the ⁠Around the World Bookclub⁠ and read books from all over the world, not just the traditional American and En…
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Ally Pitts introduces an episode of The Projection Booth he guested on in 2022. Links mentioned in the episode: Listen to the rest of Ally's guest appearances on The Projection Booth. Contact us: (We've changed the name of the show, but the social handles are staying the same for now). Email: russophilesunite@gmail.com Letterboxd: https://letterbox…
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When the Anglo-Irish Treaty was ratified, England withdrew all of its forces from Ireland (except for a contingent in Dublin). This included members of the Royal Irish Constabulary. Now the Provisional Government needs to create a new police force from scratch in the midst of a civil war. The government makes necessary compromises, leading to a mut…
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Got this lovely question on TikTok and thought my podcast listeners would find my answer interesting. Support this podcast by ⁠joining my Patreon⁠ Join the ⁠Around the World Bookclub⁠ and read books from all over the world, not just the traditional American and English literary canon. ⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠ ⁠Follow me on Tiktok⁠ ⁠Visit my website…
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Here are a handful of silly videos I made about the Irish Civil War. You can watch them and other silly videos on my TikTok. At least I make myself laugh, right? Support this podcast by ⁠joining my Patreon⁠ Join the ⁠Around the World Bookclub⁠ and read books from all over the world, not just the traditional American and English literary canon. ⁠Fol…
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Professor Catriona Kelly will be discussing her new book Russian Food Since 1800: Empire at Table with previous guest on this show, Alissa Timoshkina at Pushkin House in London on Friday 15th March 2024. It's an in-person & online hybrid event, which will from 6.30 to 8.00 pm GMT. Find out more about the event and buy tickets at pushkinhouse.org Ou…
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"In many ways, the Zone of Interest plays like a psychological horror film except the residents never realize the land is cursed and they are the monsters." Listen to my review of the newest Jonathan Glazer movie: the Zone of Interest, starring Christian Friedel and Sandra Hüller Support this podcast by joining my Patreon Join the Around the World …
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Tired of reading the same white people? Looking for books that don't uphold white supremacy and colonialization? Then join the Around the World Bookclub today! We'll be reading authors from around the world and coming together on Zoom to discuss the books. Join the ⁠⁠Around the World Bookclub⁠⁠ now and read books from all over the world, not just t…
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After a short break, I am bringing you back the episode we talked about a lot back in 2021. Here, I explain the terminology used in Slavic languages in order to describe a gay person. This is a very sensitive topic and it's not meant to offend anyone. I would also like to state that I won't tolerate homophobic comments. Thank you! Support the show …
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In the spirit of High Fidelity, Ally Pitts brings you an audio listicle of some awesome movies he saw for the first time in 2023. They are, in the order they appear on the episode: - Conscience (Volodymr Denisenko; 1968) - Fright Night (Tom Holland; 1985) - Chameleon Street (Wendell B. Harris Jr; 1989) - The Queen of Spades (Thorold Dickinson;1949)…
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England first police force was created in Ireland and why England switched to relying on paramilitary units instead of the local police during the Irish War of Independence.Take part in the week-long global strike for PalestineJoin my ⁠Patreon⁠Follow me on ⁠Instagram ⁠and ⁠Tiktok⁠Check out ⁠my website⁠ for more informationResourceshttps://www.irish…
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Links mentioned in the episode: Cinemas screening Tchaikovsky's Wife (UK and Republic of Ireland): sovereignfilms.co.uk/tchaikovskyswife The Guardian's Pjotr Sauer interviews Kirill Serebrennikov BBFC content advice for Tchaikovsky's Wife To receive a 50% discount on an annual subscription to Klassiki, please use the code RUPOD50 at checkout. Visit…
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