The Writer Dmitry Bykov on Putins Russia, the Land of Most Free Slaves – The New Yorker

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Dmitry Bykov was a force in Russian cultural life; now hes effectively in exile, probably for as long as Putin remains in power. Bykov speaks with David Remnick about the state of Russiaand Russiansunder Putinism, which he describes as the final stage of Russian decline. His country, he says, is the land of the most free slaves. Plus, the YouTuber known as Nerdwriter talks with the producer Ngofeen Mputubwele about the essay in the age of the Internet. And Kelefa Sanneh, who writes about music and more for The New Yorker, recommends some of the notable songs playing on country radio right now.

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Dmitry Bykov was a force in Russian cultural life; now hes effectively in exile, probably for as long as Putin remains in power. The regime is the final stage of Russian decline.

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Evan Puschak, posting as the Nerdwriter, helped pioneer the form of the video essay, tackling culture, politics, and psychology. He speaks with Ngofeen Mputubwele.

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In country music, you havent quite made it until the radio stations are playing your song, the writer says. He recommends songs by hitmakers new and old.

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The Writer Dmitry Bykov on Putins Russia, the Land of Most Free Slaves - The New Yorker