We hear of Joanna's heartbreak when her visa is refused, preventing her from marrying Yuri. However, using an ingenious method she manages an emotional reunion and eventual marriage as the Soviet Union begins to dissolve.

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Part one is here and part 2 here 

Joanna’s book, Red Wave written with her singer/songwriter daughter, Madison, includes Stingray’s extensive collection of photographs, artworks, and interviews with the musicians.

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0:00 Introduction and book giveaway announcement

2:54 Interview with Joanna Stingray begins

12:08 Joanna's risky journey to Leningrad with her mother

24:34 Joanna's reunion and NBC coverage in Russia

30:19 Joanna's dilemma about leaving Russia and her marriage

34:03 Rise of rock bands amidst political changes in Russia

39:16 Joanna's unconventional Russian wedding

46:07 Impact of Glasnost and fall of communism on Russian bands

51:05 Shift in Russian society and music taste in the 90s

53:53 Closing remarks and patron acknowledgements

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