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<p>This episode has everything you need for a cozy night - wine, jazz, two friends talk about literature and Russian culture. In this episode Part 1, we touched on Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Nizhny Novgorod, discussing their unique cultural vibes, historical significance, and how they shape local perspectives. <br></p><p>00:00 - start!<br>03:09 - find passion for writing <br>04:55 - philosophy in Chinese art<br>12:50 - how was your trip to Russia?<br>17:20 - going to Russia after not leaving China for 10 years <br>20:28- Nizhny Novgorod and Russian banya <br>25:10 - St. Petersburg<br>30:50 - why Russians are coconuts and Westerns are peaches<br>38:20 - understanding Russian mentality<br><br>From Moscow's fast-paced energy </p><figure><img src="https://image.xyzcdn.net/FkoqPMWTdRpVfGkeuqT3O_6R1PzB.jpg"/></figure><p><br>to St. Petersburg's artistic charm</p><figure><img src="https://image.xyzcdn.net/Fsca91lzZJO_WdINZuFhZT1TSD4s.webp"/></figure><p>and Nizhny Novgorod's blend of tra...