Trailer - Introducing The Soviet Life Podcast

Step behind the Iron Curtain and into the everyday lives of those who lived in the Soviet Union during its final decades. In The Soviet Life, host Kate — who grew up in Belarus in the 1970s and '80s — shares personal stories, interviews, and reflections on what it was really like to live under the Soviet regime.

From ration lines to quiet moments of joy, from whispered dreams of freedom to the shock of its arrival, this podcast is a heartfelt journey through history — one that’s still deeply felt today.

In this trailer episode, Kate introduces the series and shares what inspired her to start this podcast. You’ll hear about:

• Life behind the scenes of Soviet propaganda
• The everyday struggles and small victories of Soviet citizens
• What it meant to seek freedom — and what happened when it finally came
• The legacy of the USSR in today’s post-Soviet world

Whether you experienced it yourself or are simply curious, The Soviet Life offers eye-opening, deeply human stories that bring the past to life.

👉 Don’t miss our first full episode coming up — featuring Dr. Terekhina, who grew up in the USSR and has an incredible story of resilience, discovery, and transformation.

Please, reach out to me at [email protected] - I would love to hear from you!