“Understanding Russia: A Cultural History” S:1 E:18 The Roaring Twenties, Soviet Style

S:1 E:18 The Roaring Twenties, Soviet Style The Russian Revolution wasn’t just about changing politics. The Bolsheviks also attacked Russia’s traditional religious, sexual, and social norms. Here, examine how the Soviets built a new proletarian culture that had powerful ramifications for education, women, religion, folk songs – and even cinema.