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Joseph Stalin emerged from the turbulence of early twentieth-century Russia to become one of the most powerful figures in modern history. Documented records, party archives, and later testimonies describe how his consolidation of authority reshaped the Soviet Union through rigid centralization, enforced loyalty, and an atmosphere of constant suspicion. This episode examines how Stalin’s rise was shaped by revolution, internal power struggles, and a system that increasingly rewarded obedience over dissent.

Drawing on historical accounts, reported policies, and the experiences of those who lived under his rule, this investigation explores how paranoia, ideology, and bureaucracy intersected at the highest levels of power. Rather than relying on myth or caricature, the episode focuses on how structures of control were built, how fear became institutionalized, and how the consequences of those decisions extended far beyond one individual, influencing generations and global politics.

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