Explore the dramatic changes that occurred right after the Soviet Union's sudden collapse in 1991. Discover how Russia transitioned from a planned economy to a market-based economy through controversial 'shock therapy.' This episode covers the currency fluctuations, the constitutional crisis, the invasion of Chechnya, and the rise of new political figures.
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