Russian Rulers History Podcast

First we follow the Russian rulers from Rurik to Putin. From there, we will cover all aspects of Russian and Soviet history as well as the histories of all of the countries that were part of the USSR and the Russian Empire. Hopefully, the podcast can help you understand the policies of Vladimir Putin, and Russia. If you'd like to support the podcast with a small monthly donation, click this link - https://www.buzzsprout.com/385372/support

Podcasting since 2010 • 394 episodes

Russian Rulers History Podcast

Latest Episodes

The Heads of the Soviet Secret Police - Part One

Today, we cover the men who would lead the brutal Soviet Secret Police from its beginnings in 1917 as the Cheka.

August 16, 2026 • Episode 359 • 23:48

Catherine the Great Revisited

Today, we end our series revisiting some of the great leaders in Russian history with Catherine the Great.

August 02, 2026 • Episode 358 • 23:12

Ivan Grozny Revisited

Today, we revisit the life and times of Ivan Grozny, also known as Ivan IV or Ivan the Terrible

July 19, 2026 • Episode 357 • 23:03

An Interview with the author of Reign of Secrets - Ambassador James P. Cain

Today, our podcast is an interview with author of the book Reign of Secrets and former Ambassador to Denmark James P. Cain. Hint, Vladimir Putin is an important part of the fictional novel.

July 05, 2026 • Episode 356 • 28:32

Peter the Great Revisted

Today, we revisit the life and times of one of the most influential Russian leaders of all time, Peter the Great.

June 28, 2026 • Episode 355 • 25:05

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Contributors

Mark Schauss

Host