CT10 – The Caucasus Man
CaucasTalk - A podcast by Andrew & Eli
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Down through history and across the entire North Caucasus region, certain characteristics have emerged that idealize what is a “Caucasus Man.” Today we discuss what are these characteristics as described by the cultures around us. We also pull out from the files three colorful exemplars from history celebrated for their manliness. Ever heard of “the devils in bushy hats”? You will today.
Also, for your listening pleasure and convenience, we have included for the first time timestamps for the episode. See what’s coming and when. Helpful? Let us know. Links below.
TIMESTAMPS
1:35 The ideal Caucasus Man
3:23 Shout-outs
4:16 “Jigit”
7:07 Quality 1: Honor
9:00 Honor/shame worldview
16:19 Quality 2: Strength
19:02 Historical figure #1: Imam Shamil
23:27 Historical figure #2: Al-Klych Hasaev
28:50 Historical figure #3: The Savage Division
37:21 News Minute!
42:57 END
Episode 10 Links
Article about Imam Shamil, Dagestani religious and military leader
Article about Al-Klych Hasaev, Dagestani wrestler and strongman
Information about the “Savage Division” of Caucasus soldiers in WWI (a.k.a., “Devils in Bushy Hats”)
Article about Nanu Shouva, oldest person in the world!
Russian article about Nanu Shouva
