Stephen Kotkin: Stalin, Putin, and the Nature of Power

This article summarizes a podcast episode featuring historian Stephen Kotkin discussing Stalin, Putin, and the nature of power. The episode, part of the Lex Fridman AI podcast, covers topics such as the human craving for power, Russian authoritarianism, corruption, Russia's future, and the rise of Stalin. The article provides a brief overview of the conversation's structure, including timestamps for different segments. It also includes promotional material for the podcast and its sponsors, along with links to related products. The core focus is on historical analysis and political commentary related to Russia.