The Cold War - Part Four

The Cold War - Part Four

Author: Mark Schauss February 1, 2026 Duration: 23:08
Send us Fan Mail Today, we wrap up the series on the first Cold War and introduce the beginning of the second Cold War, this time with Russia instead of the Soviet Union. Support the show

Hosted by Mark Schauss, Russian Rulers History Podcast begins with a chronological journey through the figures who have held power, from the legendary Viking Rurik to the complex era of Vladimir Putin. This foundation, however, is just the starting point. The scope of the podcast quickly expands far beyond biographies of tsars and premiers. Episodes delve into the broader tapestry of Russian and Soviet history, exploring the cultural, scientific, and social forces that have shaped this vast part of the world. You'll also find deep dives into the histories of the many nations that were once part of the Russian Empire and the USSR, providing crucial context for the region's current geopolitical landscape. The aim is to offer listeners a nuanced understanding, not just of past events, but of how that past informs present-day Russia and its policies. Each episode is built on research and presented with a clear narrative, making a sprawling and often complicated history accessible. For those who find value in this detailed exploration and wish to contribute to its continuation, there is an option to offer support directly. Tune in for a comprehensive and engaging audio study that connects centuries of rule with the modern moment.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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The Russian Elite After the Revolution - Part One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:12
Send us Fan Mail Today, we discuss what happened to the Russian Elite after the Russian Revolution. In particular, we will tell you about what happened to those who left the country. Next episode, we will talk about thos…
An Interview with William Clark of Grey History - Catherine the Great [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:38
Send us Fan Mail Today, I discuss the life and times of Catherine the Great with William Clark, host of the Grey History podcast. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - http…
1917 - Part Five [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:05
Send us Fan Mail Today, we wrap up our series of the year 1917. The Provisional Government goes out with a whimper, and the Bolsheviks walk in, and take control. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly…
1917 - Part Four [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:51
Send us Fan Mail We begin in May and end with the arrest of General Lavr Kornilov and the freeing of the Bolsheviks from jail in August of the tumultuous year of 1917. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small mo…
1917 - Part Three [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:47
Send us Fan Mail Nicholas II has abdicated, yet there is no clear cut leader of Russia. Find out how things begin to shake out in this new Russia landscape. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donat…
1917 - Part Two [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:41
Send us Fan Mail Today, we concentrate on the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II and the days leading up to this momentous event. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://…
1917 - Part One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:05
Send us Fan Mail Today, we start a five-part series on the most tumultuous year in Russian history, 1917. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/3…
The Great Cities of Kyvian Rus - Part Two [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:23
Send us Fan Mail Today, we cover the cities of Chirnihiv, Rostov, Halych, Kolmna, Turov, Peryslav, Polotsk, Uglich, and Moscow. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https:…
The Great Cities of Kyvian Rus - Part One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:13
Send us Fan Mail Today, we begin a two-part series on the cities of old Kyvian Rus. It begins in Kyiv, moving on to Novgorod, Pskov, Smolensk, Ryazan, Vladimir, Sundial, and Tver. If you'd like to support the podcast wit…
The Siege of Leningrad - Part Four [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:45
Send us Fan Mail Today, we wrap up the series with one of the most emotionally charged episodes in this podcasts history. Survivors and those who didn't make it, wrote in their diaries, some of which I share in this epis…