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Welcome to our monthly conversation with Konstantin, who is one of the most respected voices on YouTube about what is happening Inside Russia. Konstantin Samoilov is a well-known YouTuber whose channel ‘Inside Russia’ comments insightfully on Russia’s decent into authoritarianism over the last few years. But now, like many others, he’s outside Russia, with no idea of when he can return there. ---------- Partner on this video: KYIV OF MINE Watch the trailer now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arJUcE1rxY0 'Kyiv of Mine' is a documentary series about Ukraine’s beautiful capital, Kyiv. The film production began in 2018, and much has changed since then. It is now 2025, and this story is far from over. https://www.youtube.com/@UCz6UbVKfqutH-N7WXnC5Ykg https://www.kyivofmine.com/#theproject Kyiv of Mine is fast paced, beautifully filmed, humorous, fun, insightful, heartbreaking, moving, hopeful. The very antithesis in fact of a doom-laden and worthy wartime documentary. This is a work that is extraordinarily uplifting. My friend Operator Starsky says the film is “Made with so much love. The film series will make you laugh and cry.” ---------- DESCRIPTION: Deep Dive into Russia's Economic and Social Chaos: Insights with Konstantin Join Jonathan and Konstantin as they discuss the latest movements within Russia's economy, energy market, and the increasing social instability. They delve into the impact of the UK's sanction on Russian oil, the compounding pressure of international sanctions, and the future of the Putin regime. The conversation highlights the economic missteps, the impact on local businesses, and the struggles faced by the Russian population. Additionally, they explore the troubling rise in domestic violence brought by returning soldiers and the broader implications for Russian society. This in-depth discussion provides a comprehensive understanding of the ongoing crises within Russia and the potential paths forward. ---------- CHAPTERS: 01:51 Impact of UK Sanctions on Russian Oil 02:24 Compounding Sanctions and Economic Strain 03:55 Russian Gas and LNG Challenges 07:31 Economic Policy and Future Outlook 13:09 Systemic Failures in Major Industries 17:53 Taxi Industry and Migrant Workers 23:00 Public Transportation Crisis 25:02 Rising Violence in Russia 26:46 Media and Government Response 30:49 Desertion and Military Issues 35:25 Internal Repression and Political Chaos 41:04 Potential Collapse of Putin's Regime 47:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ---------- LINKS: @INSIDERUSSIA https://www.patreon.com/insiderussia INSIDE RUSSIA is a source of current news on Russia - Konstantin carefully selects 9 news stories that are important and really matter, with commentaries and analyses by Konstantin delivered daily to channel patrons at Patreon.com Get your access to daily news updates at patreon.com/INSIDERUSSIA ---------- SILICON CURTAIN FILM FUNDRAISER A project to make a documentary film in Ukraine, to raise awareness of Ukraine's struggle and in supporting a team running aid convoys to Ukraine's front-line towns. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras ---------- SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain ----------