The Kennan Institute

The Long View

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The Long View explores ideas, long-form arguments, and the space where public debate meets rigorous research. The series examines the former Soviet Union and the global policy questions it raises, bringing scholars and practitioners into conversation. Through interviews and discussions, The Long View connects academic insight with real-world relevance, continuing the Kennan Institute’s tradition of clear, accessible analysis.

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#003 - Chaim Soutine with Celeste Marcus 02.12.2025 1:02:59

Michael Kimmage speaks with Celeste Marcus about the life and legacy of Chaim Soutine. The conversation explores Soutine’s childhood in present-day Belarus, his move to Paris and the ways identity, displacement and environment shaped his art. Marcus discusses the energy that defines Soutine’s work, the influence of nationalism and conflict on artists of his era and the contrasting interpretations...

#002 - Western Businesses and post-Soviet Russia 19.11.2025 1:08:09

Western business in post Soviet Russia was full of hope, risk, and hard lessons. Charles Hecker and Thane Gustafson break down what Western companies expected, what they encountered, and how geopolitics shaped everything. They also discuss their new books, Zero Sum and The Perfect Storm , and share insights on what the future of Western business in Russia might look like.

#001 - Rethinking the History of World War II with Michael David Fox 17.11.2025 1:11:42

In this episode, we sit down with historian Michael David-Fox to discuss Crucibles of Power: Smolensk Under Stalinist and Nazi Rule . The conversation goes deep into the historical significance of Smolensk, unpacking how this city became a unique lens for understanding life under two brutal regimes. We explore the complexities of archival research, the experiences of ordinary people during WWII,...