Best 4min Podcasts (2025)

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Russian Narratives: Saving Donbas and Language as a Weapon 5:45

8M ago5:45

5:45

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: The West as Sponsor of War and Chaos 4:17

8M ago4:17

4:17

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: NATO as Threat Number One 4:38

8M ago4:38

4:38

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: Ukraine Is Part of Russia 4:35

8M ago4:35

4:35

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: Denazification of Ukraine – A Narrative Since 2022 4:51

8M ago4:51

4:51

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: The West as Aggressor and a Morally Corrupt World 4:54

8M ago4:54

4:54

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: Glorious History as a Weapon 5:09

8M ago5:09

5:09

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: Hidden Troll Armies and the Digital War 6:49

8M ago6:49

6:49

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: Media Weapons RT, Sputnik and the Information Front 4:45

8M ago4:45

4:45

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: Russia as Victim and Last Guardian of Traditions 4:13

8M ago4:13

4:13

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: Introduction – Stories of Power 6:56

8M ago6:56

6:56

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: Information Warfare – War Without Bullets 4:24

8M ago4:24

4:24

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Russian Narratives: The History of Propaganda – A Century of the Same Stories 4:46

8M ago4:46

4:46

A special miniseries from the podcast 4 Minutes reveals how the Russian Federation uses words as weapons. We focus on narratives – stories that reshape reality, divide society, and undermine trust in democratic institutions. Step by step, we explore how these narratives arise, why they work, and how to resist them. Each episode is about four minute…

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Putin’s Russia – After Putin: Who Will Take the Kremlin and What Comes Next? 4:04

8M ago4:04

4:04

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – A Society in the Shadows: What Do Russians Really Think? 3:19

8M ago3:19

3:19

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – The Year 2025: What’s Next for the Regime and the Country? 4:44

8M ago4:44

4:44

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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World on Edge: Top Geopolitical Issues of 2025 4:04

9M ago4:04

4:04

Which conflicts, alliances, and power shifts define the world in 2025? This episode explores the most important geopolitical challenges and trends shaping the future of international relations. Support the showBy 4min

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World Shapers: The Most Influential People Today (Ranks 10–6) 4:12

9M ago4:12

4:12

In part one of this two-part special, we spotlight five remarkable individuals shaping our world – from pop stars to tech giants. Meet the game changers, from Taylor Swift to Sundar Pichai. Support the showBy 4min

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World Shapers: The Most Influential People Today (Ranks 5–1) 3:38

9M ago3:38

3:38

In the second part of this special two-part series, we focus on the five most powerful people of today. From global leaders to tech visionaries – from Jeff Bezos to Donald Trump. Who truly shapes the direction of the world in 2025? Support the showBy 4min

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Putin’s Russia – Isolation and Sanctions: How Did the War Reshape Russia’s Economy and Global Standing? 5:03

9M ago5:03

5:03

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – Repression and Censorship: How the Regime Silenced Opposition and Free Speech? 5:03

9M ago5:03

5:03

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – The Eastern Axis: How Is Moscow Seeking New Allies Beyond the West? 5:01

9M ago5:01

5:01

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – War Economy: How Is Life Changing Under Sanctions and Isolation? 4:24

9M ago4:24

4:24

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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George Soros: The Man Who Divides the World (Part 1) 4:26

9M ago4:26

4:26

Who is George Soros? Why is he seen as both a genius and a symbol of evil? This 3-part series from the 4-Minute podcast explores the life, influence, and controversies of one of the most powerful financiers and philanthropists of our time. Discover the story of a man who changed the world – and continues to divide it. Support the show…

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George Soros: The Man Who Divides the World (Part 2) 3:50

9M ago3:50

3:50

Who is George Soros? Why is he seen as both a genius and a symbol of evil? This 3-part series from the 4-Minute podcast explores the life, influence, and controversies of one of the most powerful financiers and philanthropists of our time. Discover the story of a man who changed the world – and continues to divide it. Support the show…

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George Soros: The Man Who Divides the World (Part 3) 5:09

9M ago5:09

5:09

Who is George Soros? Why is he seen as both a genius and a symbol of evil? This 3-part series from the 4-Minute podcast explores the life, influence, and controversies of one of the most powerful financiers and philanthropists of our time. Discover the story of a man who changed the world – and continues to divide it. Support the show…

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Putin’s Russia – Silencing the Critics: Assassinations, Poisonings, and State-Directed Intimidation 5:01

9M ago5:01

5:01

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – Constitutional Coup: How Did Putin Pave His Way to Power Until 2036? 4:17

9M ago4:17

4:17

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – Educated for War: How the Regime Militarized Society and Rewrote History? 4:44

9M ago4:44

4:44

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – Invasion of Ukraine: How Did the War Change the World and Russia Itself? 5:24

9M ago5:24

5:24

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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The Dark Side of AI: 5 Disturbing Uses Around the World 5:31

9M ago5:31

5:31

AI isn’t just helpful — in this episode, we reveal 5 alarming ways it's used for surveillance, manipulation, and even warfare. Support the showBy 4min

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Inventions That Killed: 5 Geniuses Who Died for Their Ideas 4:53

9M ago4:53

4:53

Not all great inventions bring glory. Discover 5 stories of innovators whose creations changed the world — but cost them their lives. Support the showBy 4min

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5 Questions That Will Shape the Future of the World 5:03

9M ago5:03

5:03

Geopolitics affects us all. In this episode, we explore 5 crucial questions that will define the course of the planet in the years to come. Support the showBy 4min

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Putin's Russia – Crimea: The Start of a New Conflict 4:13

9M ago4:13

4:13

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin's Russia – Donbas: The Forgotten War 3:57

9M ago3:57

3:57

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin's Russia – Syria: Russia’s Test of Power 3:35

9M ago3:35

3:35

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin's Russia – Digital Frontline: The Attack on Democracy 4:01

9M ago4:01

4:01

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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5 Lost Cities That Still Fascinate the World 3:55

9M ago3:55

3:55

From Machu Picchu to Atlantis – this episode explores five legendary cities lost in time. What caused their downfall? And what can we learn from their stories? Support the showBy 4min

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5 Accidents That Changed World History 4:55

9M ago4:55

4:55

A forgotten dish, a falling apple or a wrong turn — coincidence can rewrite history. In this episode, we reveal five moments where chance shaped our world. Support the showBy 4min

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5 JFK Assassination Facts That Will Change How You See History 4:45

9M ago4:45

4:45

Who really killed John F. Kennedy? This episode reveals five shocking facts — including newly declassified details that challenge the official story. Support the showBy 4min

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Putin’s Russia – Economic Boom: How Oil and Gas Strengthened His Rule? 4:10

9M ago4:10

4:10

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – War with Georgia: The First Step Toward Military Expansion 4:10

9M ago4:10

4:10

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – The Tandem with Medvedev: How Did Putin Keep Power Without the Presidency? 4:05

9M ago4:05

4:05

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – Crushing the Protests: How the Kremlin Suppressed the Opposition (2011–2013)? 4:30

9M ago4:30

4:30

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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5 Conspiracies That Turned Out to Be True 3:51

9M ago3:51

3:51

Some conspiracy theories seemed crazy until they turned out to be true. From secret government experiments to media manipulation – we explore five shocking cases that actually happened. Support the showBy 4min

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5 Inventions That Were Ahead of Their Time and Changed the World 4:06

9M ago4:06

4:06

Some inventions were so advanced that their era couldn’t fully appreciate them. From an ancient computer to the first tank design – we explore five discoveries that became revolutionary centuries later. Support the showBy 4min

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5 Mysterious Archaeological Discoveries That Remain Unexplained 3:53

9M ago3:53

3:53

All over the world, artifacts and structures have been found that scientists still can’t explain. From underground cities to crystal skulls – we explore five of history’s greatest archaeological mysteries. Support the showBy 4min

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Putin’s Russia – War and Power: How Chechnya Strengthened Putin’s Rule? 3:52

10M ago3:52

3:52

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia: The Road to Power – How a KGB Agent Became Russia’s Ruler? 4:18

10M ago4:18

4:18

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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Putin’s Russia – Rise: How Did He Seize the Kremlin in the Turbulent 90s? 3:38

10M ago3:38

3:38

How did an unremarkable KGB officer become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in the world? In this special series of the 4 Minutes podcast, we closely follow Vladimir Putin’s rise to power – from his childhood in Soviet Leningrad to his intelligence career and the key moments of his rule that reshaped Russia and the world. What eve…

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