Hi, 7:14 everything you’ve said, made me think off these 2 known sayings👇: 1. *”Open door policy, on steroids!”* 2. *”Don’t let the door hit you in your aß on your way out the window!”* Respectfully, Grace 🫡🩰
You're wrong about why they're flying.... Rich, powerful, especially young ones want to enjoy their riches, but without changing the regime, only place they can do it is Russia. That's why Putin is scared of them and teaches them how to fly
K, I'd like you to have a Part 2 for this topic. Do you have any opinion on if this way of sociopolitical power can be broken? The country will not move forward unless it is, but what do you think about how this would come about?
On 10 March 1948 Jan Masaryk, who served as the Foreign Minister of Czechoslovakia from 1940 to 1948, was found dead, dressed only in his pajamas, in the courtyard of the Foreign Ministry (the Černín Palace in Prague) below his bathroom window. The Ministry of the Interior claimed that he had committed suicide by jumping out of the window, but at the time, it was widely assumed that he was murdered at the behest of the nascent Communist government.[42][47][48] On the other hand, many of his close associates (e.g. his secretary Antonín Sum, his press assistant Josef Josten, his sister Olga or Viktor Fischl) have always defended the suicide story.[citation needed][49][50] In a second investigation taken in 1968 during the Prague Spring, Masaryk's death was ruled an accident, not excluding a murder[51] and a third investigation in the early 1990s after the Velvet Revolution concluded that it had been a murder. In his 1981 autobiography History and Memory, US Ambassador Charles W. Yost, a friend of Masaryk who worked with him in Prague in 1947, and also a friend of Masaryk's fiancée Marcia Davenport, wrote, "The Communists used him and, when his usefulness was past, flung him out of a window to his death." Discussions about the mysterious circumstances of his death continued for some time.[47] Those who believe that Masaryk was murdered called it the Third (or Fourth) Defenestration of Prague, and point to the presence of nail marks on the window sill from which Masaryk fell, as well as smearings of feces and Masaryk's stated intention to leave Prague the next day for London. Members of Masaryk's family-including his former wife, Frances Crane Leatherbee, a former in-law named Sylvia E. Crane, and his sister Alice Masaryková - stated their belief that he had indeed killed himself, according to a letter written by Sylvia E. Crane to The New York Times, and considered the possibility of murder a "cold war cliché".[52][53] However, a Prague police report in 2004 concluded after forensic research that Masaryk had indeed been thrown out of the window to his death.[54] This report was seemingly corroborated in 2006 when a Russian journalist claimed that his mother knew the Russian intelligence officer who threw Masaryk out of the window of the west bathroom of Masaryk's flat.[55][56] The highest-ranking Soviet Bloc intelligence defector, Lt. Gen. Ion Mihai Pacepa, claimed he had a conversation with Nicolae Ceauşescu, who told him about "ten international leaders the Kremlin killed or tried to kill". Jan Masaryk was one of them.
Interesting social-science hypothesis you present here : As a repressive regime comes nearer to collapse, the more often it resorts to defenestration (or equivalent). It’s especially interesting because the next few years should provide us with new evidence as to its validity. I also concur with your observation that when a regime starts down this path there is no turning back; it cannot afford to let up, it can only double down on an already bad bet. That is always the logic of bad gamblers, and I have a nominee for the title of Modern History’s Worst Gambler; his initials are V. V. P. So, Carthago defenestranda est? (OK, that’s not real Latin, real I made it up. Couldn’t resist). Dominus tecum and bon courage.
I appreciate all that you do, including the time and effort you put in into tonight's (my time) show, and with the poignant and eloquent conclusion of your message.
Around minute 30, I realized this might potentially explain the disappearance of 1 of my most epic relatives. Fluent in Russian and English. Incredible wealthy Gorgeous mansion in Michigan, USA, like 20 years ago. Did much work in Russia, stayed mostly in America. Was in finances. Had clout, gravitas, and a wicked sense of humor. She was named Barbara, and she was almost certainly a victim of the system in Russia. She had authority and connections, if she was dirty, we didn't notice it.
When I was reading Daniil Kharms' stories with people falling from windows in mass, I thought it was funny exaggeration. Turns out it was real in Russia
A joke in the USA is about how low windows are built in Russia: They need to change the building code so the windows are built higher in the walls. This will help prevent Russians from falling out of the windows.
Thanks for another calm and informative analysis. Glad you’re feeling brighter today, although you may rely somewhat on the income from your posts you’ve got to care of yourself and your family first, everything else is secondary. Sending virtual hugs to you and all those suffering from displacement on this increasingly uncertain small green blue planet we exist on.
In March of 1991, at a reception in Moscow, Ian Shapiro, Sterling Professor of Political Science at Yale, spoke with Professor Vadim Zagladin, first deputy director international department of the Soviet Communist Party's Central Committee & asked, “When did you conclude that the Soviet Union was unsustainable? Zagladin replied, “1978”.
Don't ever be sorry for your feelings. I watch you every day and what you say is bang on the money. I'm hoping that things will improve for you. From our UK family to yours. Sending good vibes ❤
It's elementary: they could survive or even worse, get captured by Ukrainians and share their knowledge. A window in a high-rise building is much safer solution... ;-)
I have often wondered how bad it must get in Russia before Putin is shown the view from the upstairs window. They will not have any young men left. I just am curious as to whether the Russian citizens will ever know the truth.
So, what are the chances that the still living Cleptocrats start thinking very hard about how to survive WITH the stolen money? They must see the writing on the wall.
Your descriptions of what the USSR did with the party money sounds a lot like what North Korea does...... I wonder if China does that too. And yes, I think you are spot on.
@INSIDERUSSIA. Hi Konstantine my friend. I haven’t been on for a while because I’m going through a very difficult and stressful time, both financially and physically. I was wondering if you could put my son and I , Mike&Mike, on your prayer list, we would be so appreciative. God Bless you for all the good you spread. 😊
56:00 Shame. Australia could use more people like you, and most of us would welcome you. The immigration authorities would admittedly make you jump through quite a few hoops these days.
It's sad to hear that even your children don't get any help at the US embassy. Are you sure that there is no possibility to complain officially i.e. directly at the state department or just address directly the ambassador??? I recall scenes in Kabul when US passport holders were turned away at the airport ... As you don't have the same urgency I would try it again and again until you get somebody who is helpful.
I have a few questions that I am really hoping Konstantin will answer for me. I am so baffled by Russians that it is difficult to know 'how' to ask exactly, but I will try. By no means should these questions imply that I think Russians have small intellects. I think that the citizens of Russia who protest publicly knowing that they might easily be arrested are the most self-sacrificing, bravest people I can imagine. #1) Do 'most' like at least 80% of Russian adults 'know' that they are quite seriously 'oppressed' and that this is not a state a human should have to exist in? #2) What is the coming of age that a Russian learns this terrible fact? Do parents have to give children 'the talk' and explain to be careful what they say or do in public? #3) Do you have to worry about neighbors 'turning you in' if you speak out against the autocracy and oligarchy that is Russia today? #4) What percent of adults in Russia know that there are more fair (not perfect) type systems of government in the world? #5) Even before the horrific invasion of Ukraine but especially since, how do the thousands of young people who show up to Putin's rallies and press conferences justify their immense support of Putin? A man who would put them in jail if they even simply spoke a few words publicly in opposition to the vulgar positioning of himself as the autocrat and dictator he is? #4) What percent of Russians 'can see through' what happened to Navalny? That he was killed? Of these, how do they view it? Thank you for any insight.
For the English language buffs: "Defenestration" is the technical term for "windowed". A wonderful word! Comes from "fenestra", Latin for window - specifically, "an opening in the wall". 🙂
You sound so sad and in pain nowadays. I know you have explained why and it all makes sense. But it still pains me to hear especially when i know you have such a big kind heart. Life eh !
Hello from Australia I enjoy your channel very much. You should coin your statement “door closes, window opens”. I never comment but today I really enjoyed your topic. Thank you.
I'd hope that you focus on your health first bud. We'll be around when you feel up to streaming. I look forward to your insight no matter how frequently, or how rarely it comes.
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Hi, 7:14 everything you’ve said, made me think off these 2 known sayings👇:
1. *”Open door policy, on steroids!”*
2. *”Don’t let the door hit you in your aß on your way out the window!”*
Respectfully, Grace 🫡🩰
You're wrong about why they're flying.... Rich, powerful, especially young ones want to enjoy their riches, but without changing the regime, only place they can do it is Russia. That's why Putin is scared of them and teaches them how to fly
Moral of the story. Never ask for a room with a view.
in soviet russia window finds you
LOL😅😅😅.
They do work with stairs and toilets too
In Russia, windows arent build anymore since 2022
2017* google it.
@@Ptolemy336VV 😂
Nah they just ran out of safety catches ...the guy who fitted them was sent to the Ukraine.😂
K, I'd like you to have a Part 2 for this topic. Do you have any opinion on if this way of sociopolitical power can be broken? The country will not move forward unless it is, but what do you think about how this would come about?
"Fell out of a basement window" Thank you, Konstantin! I am really in need of a hearty laugh! I hope you don't mind if I "borrow" the phrase.
Thank You
I'm in USA from Bosnia but listening You most of the times
American here: honored to have you among us.
On 10 March 1948 Jan Masaryk, who served as the Foreign Minister of Czechoslovakia from 1940 to 1948, was found dead, dressed only in his pajamas, in the courtyard of the Foreign Ministry (the Černín Palace in Prague) below his bathroom window.
The Ministry of the Interior claimed that he had committed suicide by jumping out of the window, but at the time, it was widely assumed that he was murdered at the behest of the nascent Communist government.[42][47][48] On the other hand, many of his close associates (e.g. his secretary Antonín Sum, his press assistant Josef Josten, his sister Olga or Viktor Fischl) have always defended the suicide story.[citation needed][49][50]
In a second investigation taken in 1968 during the Prague Spring, Masaryk's death was ruled an accident, not excluding a murder[51] and a third investigation in the early 1990s after the Velvet Revolution concluded that it had been a murder.
In his 1981 autobiography History and Memory, US Ambassador Charles W. Yost, a friend of Masaryk who worked with him in Prague in 1947, and also a friend of Masaryk's fiancée Marcia Davenport, wrote, "The Communists used him and, when his usefulness was past, flung him out of a window to his death."
Discussions about the mysterious circumstances of his death continued for some time.[47] Those who believe that Masaryk was murdered called it the Third (or Fourth) Defenestration of Prague, and point to the presence of nail marks on the window sill from which Masaryk fell, as well as smearings of feces and Masaryk's stated intention to leave Prague the next day for London. Members of Masaryk's family-including his former wife, Frances Crane Leatherbee, a former in-law named Sylvia E. Crane, and his sister Alice Masaryková - stated their belief that he had indeed killed himself, according to a letter written by Sylvia E. Crane to The New York Times, and considered the possibility of murder a "cold war cliché".[52][53] However, a Prague police report in 2004 concluded after forensic research that Masaryk had indeed been thrown out of the window to his death.[54] This report was seemingly corroborated in 2006 when a Russian journalist claimed that his mother knew the Russian intelligence officer who threw Masaryk out of the window of the west bathroom of Masaryk's flat.[55][56]
The highest-ranking Soviet Bloc intelligence defector, Lt. Gen. Ion Mihai Pacepa, claimed he had a conversation with Nicolae Ceauşescu, who told him about "ten international leaders the Kremlin killed or tried to kill". Jan Masaryk was one of them.
It is called defenestration - it is well known since the early Middle Ages ...
The oligarchs are fighting over the grift
haha When a door closes for you a window opens up. This needs to be a shirt.
Konstantin, where did the money go after all those mega rich men "fell out of windows" ??
Thats what I would be interested in finding out
Indeed. But how would one even go about finding such things out?
He explains that it disappears. He implies the state takes it back and it ends up in their black budget or redistributed.
I am pretty sure Putler knows exactly where all the gold and the money is
KGB has been very busy 24/7. KGB business expanding to windows, kitchen, food, stairs.
FSB?
@@jaywu2856 Cheka, KGB, FSB - All the same organisation,
just with different slogans.
Cheka
OGPU
GPU
NKVD
KGB
FSB... nothing changes
Interesting social-science hypothesis you present here : As a repressive regime comes nearer to collapse, the more often it resorts to defenestration (or equivalent). It’s especially interesting because the next few years should provide us with new evidence as to its validity. I also concur with your observation that when a regime starts down this path there is no turning back; it cannot afford to let up, it can only double down on an already bad bet. That is always the logic of bad gamblers, and I have a nominee for the title of Modern History’s Worst Gambler; his initials are V. V. P.
So, Carthago defenestranda est? (OK, that’s not real Latin, real I made it up. Couldn’t resist). Dominus tecum and bon courage.
Do you have room for an American?
In Soviet Russia, you don't do windows. Windows, do you.
Happened in the west too yesterday when the computers started crashing. Just not in the Russian style.
You are right on track.
I appreciate all that you do, including the time and effort you put in into tonight's (my time) show, and with the poignant and eloquent conclusion of your message.
Around minute 30, I realized this might potentially explain the disappearance of 1 of my most epic relatives. Fluent in Russian and English. Incredible wealthy
Gorgeous mansion in Michigan, USA, like 20 years ago. Did much work in Russia, stayed mostly in America. Was in finances. Had clout, gravitas, and a wicked sense of humor. She was named Barbara, and she was almost certainly a victim of the system in Russia. She had authority and connections, if she was dirty, we didn't notice it.
She disappeared?
Old traditions never die.
They all knew too much .
I was keeping track of Putin’s victims until last year when I couldn’t keep up anymore.
When I was reading Daniil Kharms' stories with people falling from windows in mass, I thought it was funny exaggeration. Turns out it was real in Russia
*"en masse". It's Latin, but produced (almost - replace "in" with "on") as you have written it. 🙂
WELL PUT TOGETHER STREAM K . YOU LOOK MORE COMFORTABLE EACH TIME. I GUESS IT'S YOUR HARD WORK AND EXPERIENCE SHOWING 👍❤️
thank you Terry
Hi there! My brand new phone isn't allowing me to chat in this channel's Livestreams. I couldn't say hello back! Hello!
@@allisonmarlow184 hello my friend l hope you get your phone straightened out for the next live stream 👍
@@allisonmarlow184 hello Allison!
@@allisonmarlow184 I hear you LOUD AND CLEAR with no audio or video! Keep up the good work K.
"Transferred to the Ministry of Defenestration" was the term I always heard.
THANK YOU!!
Dear Konstantin, thank you for your truthfull programs. Stay safe and God bless you and your family! Greetings from Finland
So sorry to hear of your troubles. My sister-in law came into the USA from Venezuela. It was VERY difficult. Will pray for you.
Thanks for all that. I think you are absolutely right.
A joke in the USA is about how low windows are built in Russia: They need to change the building code so the windows are built higher in the walls. This will help prevent Russians from falling out of the windows.
Still in danger from those basement windows!
Konstantin stay safe from the Russian mafia
Thanks for another calm and informative analysis. Glad you’re feeling brighter today, although you may rely somewhat on the income from your posts you’ve got to care of yourself and your family first, everything else is secondary. Sending virtual hugs to you and all those suffering from displacement on this increasingly uncertain small green blue planet we exist on.
In March of 1991, at a reception in Moscow, Ian Shapiro, Sterling Professor of Political Science at Yale, spoke with Professor Vadim Zagladin, first deputy director international department of the Soviet Communist Party's Central Committee & asked, “When did you conclude that the Soviet Union was unsustainable? Zagladin replied, “1978”.
“Learning to fly but I ain’t got wings. Coming down is the hardest thing!”
Don't ever be sorry for your feelings. I watch you every day and what you say is bang on the money.
I'm hoping that things will improve for you. From our UK family to yours. Sending good vibes ❤
I'm surprised they just don't get a ticket to go to the front lines in Ukraine
It's elementary: they could survive or even worse, get captured by Ukrainians and share their knowledge. A window in a high-rise building is much safer solution... ;-)
@@1tundra11 Rule #1 for dictators: don't arm the opposition
Fascinating. Thank you, Konstantin. 👍
I have often wondered how bad it must get in Russia before Putin is shown the view from the upstairs window. They will not have any young men left. I just am curious as to whether the Russian citizens will ever know the truth.
❤ From. Helsinki Finland
So, what are the chances that the still living Cleptocrats start thinking very hard about how to survive WITH the stolen money? They must see the writing on the wall.
Konstantin introduced a new English tongue twister. Black box budget.
and thank you, good broadcast team, for these productions
Good broadcast team? What team??
All three of you.
This is an old English joke: when asked "who helped" I answer "Me, Myself and I" - all three of me.
(I'm Canadian)
Your descriptions of what the USSR did with the party money sounds a lot like what North Korea does...... I wonder if China does that too.
And yes, I think you are spot on.
Stay away from windows !!!
I think some people feel out of windows early in the Ukraine war. I certainly think defenestration is a symptom of instability in Russia.
Thanks for your reporting. Listening from Nz.
@INSIDERUSSIA. Hi Konstantine my friend. I haven’t been on for a while because I’m going through a very difficult and stressful time, both financially and physically. I was wondering if you could put my son and I , Mike&Mike, on your prayer list, we would be so appreciative. God Bless you for all the good you spread. 😊
Sorry to hear that. Done!
Thanks for the work you do!!!!
What intrigues me is that these people must be entirely aware of the potential danger they are in and yet do not (it appears)disappear into the mist.
56:00 Shame. Australia could use more people like you, and most of us would welcome you. The immigration authorities would admittedly make you jump through quite a few hoops these days.
Good stream Konstantin
Thanks!
Thank you, Friend! Much needed and very appreciated!
You are a very smart man. Keep it up appreciate all the talks
Your dedication is superb
It's sad to hear that even your children don't get any help at the US embassy. Are you sure that there is no possibility to complain officially i.e. directly at the state department or just address directly the ambassador??? I recall scenes in Kabul when US passport holders were turned away at the airport ... As you don't have the same urgency I would try it again and again until you get somebody who is helpful.
Windows fitted very poorly cowboy builders 😂
Thank you Constantine ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉💙💙💙❤️❤️❤️💙💙💙👏👏
Is it me or are the commercials are a lot more numerous and annoying now?
You are absolutely right on. Thanks again for explaining the situation in a manner that everyone can understand!
Excellent observations.
Very interesting, Konstantin. Thanks for the update.
You are completely right!
I have a few questions that I am really hoping Konstantin will answer for me. I am so baffled by Russians that it is difficult to know 'how' to ask exactly, but I will try. By no means should these questions imply that I think Russians have small intellects. I think that the citizens of Russia who protest publicly knowing that they might easily be arrested are the most self-sacrificing, bravest people I can imagine. #1) Do 'most' like at least 80% of Russian adults 'know' that they are quite seriously 'oppressed' and that this is not a state a human should have to exist in? #2) What is the coming of age that a Russian learns this terrible fact? Do parents have to give children 'the talk' and explain to be careful what they say or do in public? #3) Do you have to worry about neighbors 'turning you in' if you speak out against the autocracy and oligarchy that is Russia today? #4) What percent of adults in Russia know that there are more fair (not perfect) type systems of government in the world? #5) Even before the horrific invasion of Ukraine but especially since, how do the thousands of young people who show up to Putin's rallies and press conferences justify their immense support of Putin? A man who would put them in jail if they even simply spoke a few words publicly in opposition to the vulgar positioning of himself as the autocrat and dictator he is? #4) What percent of Russians 'can see through' what happened to Navalny? That he was killed? Of these, how do they view it? Thank you for any insight.
You are right on on all aspects Thanks great blog !!
your work is irreplaceable. Keep it up.
Defenestration- the Russian specialty 😮
Love the title "window of opportunity"
I watch a lot, too. I never seem to be available for your livestreams. Thanks you, yet again.
Big Big hug! SE. Take care
Yes Bill Browder explained it very well in his book Freezing Order. Exactly the way Konstantine says.
Love your style ❤ thanks for sharing this info ! wow things sure do happen when needed don’t they.
Sorry for not catching the Live, was busy to day, I only caught the prayer, God bless you K ❤
Thank you, from Seattle.
Phew!!! I only live in a single story shed!!!!
FELL OUT OF BASEMENT WINDOW 😂
An old saying in the English language referring to early warning, and based in fact is 'canary in the coalmine'.
You are spot on 👌 Mr K
Thank you K! You give us insights we can't get anywhere else!
MY GRANDMA USED TO SAY. NOTHING GOOD LASTS FOREVER. NOTHING BAD LASTS FOREVER
For the English language buffs: "Defenestration" is the technical term for "windowed". A wonderful word! Comes from "fenestra", Latin for window - specifically, "an opening in the wall". 🙂
I think you need to make sure you have no windows in your house.
Very interesting and curious indeed, Konstantin. Tanks again so much. I had no idea the windows were related to oil factorys!
7:20 You mean chairmen of the bored ? :D
(inside Joke)
Hahaha windows and tea are the most common culprits in russia.
SPOT ON!
That's so illuminating.... About the windows 😮
Spot on!
You sound so sad and in pain nowadays. I know you have explained why and it all makes sense. But it still pains me to hear especially when i know you have such a big kind heart.
Life eh !
Hello from Australia
I enjoy your channel very much. You should coin your statement “door closes, window opens”.
I never comment but today I really enjoyed your topic. Thank you.
Where did you learn all this Kontantin ?
Where did I learn? I read, think and keep my eyes open
Konstatin, I appreciate your posts. It has to be hard on you.
“Money laundering” is the term you were looking for. For the Soviet Party’s money, “coffers” was the term you were looking for.
I think you’re spot on
Putin calls them windows of opportunity.
I like this guy.
VERY INTERESTING SHOW TODAY, LIKED IT VERY MUCH..
Yes I always like my time spent with you . Thank you .
Right on bro
Prince Harry even had to jump hoops to be able to live in the USA.
He’s a window dropper,either being pushed or thinking he can fly.50 rubles!!
Russias version of 50 cent lol
Anyone can listen to an honourable man, few will understand his message, your on point Constantine, huge b+lls bro, brave stuff 👍
All sounds logical, Constantin.
Very interesting video. Thanks for your work on YT. Greetings from Poland.
Thanks for watching!
Greetings from Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Roger
I'd hope that you focus on your health first bud. We'll be around when you feel up to streaming. I look forward to your insight no matter how frequently, or how rarely it comes.