Why Russia?

In this episode of the Why Russia Podcast, Kevin Youngblood, an American who has spent the past nine years living in Russia tells his story. Kevin shares his journey from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, detailing his experiences and cultural adjustments along the way. He discusses his initial attraction to Russian culture through music, his academic pursuits, a

In this episode of the Why Russia podcast, we chat with Rizma Joshi, a Nepalese native, about her intriguing journey from Nepal to Moscow. Rizma shares her motivations for moving to Russia and her initial cultural shocks. She also discusses the changes she's witnessed in Moscow since 2017, how she stays connected with her roots, and her favorite spots both inside and outside of

Philipp, a German expatriate currently living in Moscow, shares his journey from starting an international business consulting company in Moscow to focusing on other interesting ventures in Russia. He elaborates on his mission to improve German-Russian relationships through business, culture, and science. Philipp discusses the rapid development and changes in Moscow, comparing life

In this episode of the 'Why Russia' podcast, we host Alexander 'Alex' John Lee, an American software engineer living in Moscow. We delve into his unexpected journey from being a foreign student intending to stay a single semester to living in Russia since 2017. Alex shares valuable insights about his transition into the tech sphere in Russia, a country he highlights

Join us on this episode of the "Why Russia" podcast as we delve into the captivating story of Alejandra Ballesteros, a young Colombian student studying in Moscow. In this engaging interview, Alejandra shares her unique perspective on why she ended up in Russia, her experiences at RUDN University (Lumumba University), and her journey of adapting to life in Moscow. From navig

In this episode, we talk to Marisa, hailing from Richmond, Virginia, who first set foot in Russia back in 2019 as part of the prestigious Fulbright program. Now a resident of Moscow and living with her husband, Marisa has immersed herself in Russian culture and embarked on a mission to chronicle her journey on her buzzing social media accounts. Through her posts, Marisa delves into

In this episode of the "why Russia?" podcast we chat with Boris, a Chinese student from MGIMO, who shares his journey of adapting to life in Moscow. From discovering Russian cuisine to bracing for its chilling winters, he unveils the charm and challenges of his student life. Delve into his unique experiences, from favorite Chinese restaurants in Moscow to winter survival ta

In this episode of "Why Russia," we meet Rachel, a student from a quiet Florida town. She went on a big adventure to study in Moscow at the elite university MGIMO.Rachel tells us about her studies at MGIMO and what surprised her about Moscow. She also shares the hard parts of studying and how it changed the way she thinks.Listen to this episode to find out how going to MGIM

In this episode, we talk to Josiah Rose, an American student who shares his experiences studying in Russia. Josiah discusses his challenges with visas and highlights his fondness for Central Asian food. Join us as we explore Josiah's journey studying in Russia, offering insights into his cultural immersion and his culinary adventures. Tune in for an episode that sheds light on

Dan Castle is a marine who served in Afghanistan and is now living in a small town in Siberia. You can find his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@WildSiberian