26: Russian Frontiers

Today we answer the question: How did Russia get so big? As it turns, the same way as the United States: colonial expansion in pursuit of resources. What then can we learn from these parallel histories, and what does it mean for each each country going forward? Find all our episodes at: ocomrade.wordpress.com Follow the Show on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/OComradePod Email Us: ocomradewhereartthou@gmail.com