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The End of the Soviet Union

In 'The End of the Soviet Union,' Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook explore the historical arc from the late Soviet Union's collapse to the rise of Vladimir Putin. Through four episodes, they examine pivotal events and figures, including Mikhail Gorbachev's reforms, Boris Yeltsin's chaotic presidency, and the socio-economic crises of the 1990s. Notable recurring figures such as Boris Berezovsky and Ramzan Kadyrov are discussed, providing listeners insight into the tumultuous transition from communism to Putin's authoritarian rule.