Understanding Russia. Episode 6. The Unusual Life of a British Russian, Part 2 - Life After the Soviet Union.
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In this episode, I resume my chat with Val Doborovich. He recounts his fortunes after the collapse of the Soviet Union, and why he didn't leave, even though he had a UK passport. He also gives his opinion on politics and culture during the formation of the modern Russian state...
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