This episode has everything you need for a cozy night - wine, jazz, two friends talk about literature and Russian culture. In this episode Part 1, we touched on Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Nizhny Novgorod, discussing their unique cultural vibes, historical significance, and how they shape local perspectives.
00:00 - start!
03:09 - find passion for writing
04:55 - philosophy in Chinese art
12:50 - how was your trip to Russia?
17:20 - going to Russia after not leaving China for 10 years
20:28- Nizhny Novgorod and Russian banya
25:10 - St. Petersburg
30:50 - why Russians are coconuts and Westerns are peaches
38:20 - understanding Russian mentality
From Moscow's fast-paced energy
to St. Petersburg's artistic charm
and Nizhny Novgorod's blend of tradition and modernity, we explored how these cities influence identity, lifestyle, and cross-cultural interactions.
Tune in for Part 2 where we talk about nicotine addiction and Part 3 where after a bottle of wine we got into AI and all future technology conspiracies
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