Join Pekka Kallioniemi, a creator of the viral #VatnikSoup series, as he breaks down the anatomy of Russian disinformation in conversation with the host Rihards Plūme. This episode dives into the "vatnik" archetype and how their influence shapes global perceptions of the Ukraine war. Kallioniemi shares insights from his groundbreaking work profiling 200+ pro-Russian actors, from grifters to politicians, and their tactics to weaponize half-truths and historical revisionism. A must-listen for anyone navigating today’s information wars. 

 

This is a complete interview without translation from the Latvian Radio’s podcast "Drošinātājs" (“The Fuse”), dedicated to the people of Ukraine and their fight against Russian aggression.

Links to the full version of the podcast can be found here: linktr.ee/drosinatajs