The Russian Soul: Dr. Pat Willerton at TEDxUniversityofArizona

Engaging the Russian soul opens up a treasure trove of cultural experiences that will enrich the life of anyone. Political scientist Pat Willerton encourages us to set aside stereotypes and assumptions to accurately encounter a great people. Glimpsing Russians' struggles and achievements yields deep human insights with universal relevance.
Since first visiting Russia in 1982, John P. (Pat) Willerton's professional life has been focused on understanding Russian politics and the Russian society. An associate professor of Political Science in the School of Government and Public Policy at the University of Arizona, Tucson, he is a popular and award-winning teacher as well as the author of a book and roughly fifty articles and chapters on Russian politics. The first American to conduct a live, across-the Soviet Union, call-in radio discussion (Radio Youth) during the Gorbachev reform period, he is a frequent traveler to Russia.
Willerton never experienced Russia as an "evil empire," even granting the challenges of living and working in the authoritarian Soviet political setting. Energized all of his life by Russia's complex history, rich culture, and intriguing politics, he has a passion for breaking down political-cultural divides and making Russia and its people accessible to those who live outside its borders. He has engaged individuals and audiences on 'matters Russian' throughout the U.S. and in more than two dozen countries. Pat Willerton's "glass half full" assessment of Russia's 21st century political and socioeconomic prospects leaves him even more enthusiastic about sharing his experience and ideas with others.
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)

[@venorech1147]

Тот случай, когда американский профессор пробудил у меня желание перечитать Войну и мир за много лет после окончания школы. Спасибо тебе, добрый человек, за чувства к прекрасному!

[@mrishka5]

да! и еще обязатрельно посмотреть фильм Бондарчука и недавнй британский сериал по Войне и Миру)))

[@venorech1147]

@@mrishka5 , фильм - это из другой оперы и отражает лишь сюжет, вся красота произведения в тексте и воображении читающего. Именно чтение развивает воображение, ведь один и тот же момент каждый увидит по своему. Поэтому то и отличается координально любая экранизация любого произведения, если её снимают разные люди, а особенно разные менталитеты.

[@user-js8fn7or3j]

Тот случай, когда американский профессор пробудил у меня желание перечитать Войну и мир за много лет после окончания войны с Наполеоном)))

[@d.mkhlnk6741]

@@mrishka5 пытался посмотреть его на английском, как только услышал их произношение Наташа, сразу выключил ибо тяжело было удержаться от смеха

[@YildanL]

Вот действительно, скажу я Вам, солидарен! Не смотря на то, что учительница в школе была прекрасным шикарным педагогом, но не осилил я её в школьные годы..

[@bakhtiyoga108]

Wow, it's wonderful, that there are people in the USA who break the stereotypes and try to search deeper.

[@kerier1911]

bakhtiyoga108 i hope the analysts in US government could people like him, who understands us, and not the warmongers from cold war that give bad advices to the gov.

[@zachyeomans8925]

bakhtiyoga108 Nothing but love for Russiq, would be proud to be one. Currently trying to learn Russian, lets see how that goes. Our two lands are not that different, both very large, both beautiful, great people, love for the cold. Can you guess which nation i am from?

[@bakhtiyoga108]

Canada?

[@zachyeomans8925]

bakhtiyoga108 Yes

[@bakhtiyoga108]

Good luck in learning Russian, it is a quite difficult language, I don't know, but some people say that. The grammar ressembles Latin a little bit, but it's possible , I guess. If you will try to read Russian litterature ( I don't like it, because a bit depressive) I will advise "Master and Marguerite" by Bulgakov, Prishvin was writing about nature and beauty of the nature, his books are very warm, Lemontov and Pushkin were writing good novels.Good luck once again .

[@user-wz4qk4ym8p]

I'm Russian and I'm in tears now thank you for this words

[@vladimirveber746]

Это лучшее , что я слышал о России о гражданина США

[@a.k.2894]

Согласен с вами.

[@elenaherwagen3529]

+++ Same here

[@alexandraflowerchild6504]

Dear Russia, I adore you and your country. Your people are beautiful. There is nothing like the love I have received from my few Russian friends. You are treasure to my soul. I wish you could see you the way I see you. Although I am sure you can ;) I want to be there with you...much love.

[@_BestFriend]

Спасибо, за добрые слова! Низкий поклон.

[@justwalkwithme1102]

Thanks !! From russian with ❤️

[@user-cm2ev1sf3b]

Thank you for the wonderful words from myself and from Mother Russia. Once again I was convinced that there are more adequate people, no matter what part of the world they live in. That would be our politicians to teach this. P.S HOPE THE PROFESSOR HAS NOT BEEN FIRED? Great man

[@blago8304]

Спасибо!

[@dialmosstroy]

Спасибо.

[@DenisShaver]

Кратко: "Отбросьте стереотипы о русских и изучайте их культуру. Через это вы коснётесь русской души, а потом поймёте, что тем самым вы коснулись своей, на самом деле."

[@adiletaitmatov9078]

Много говорит

[@DenisShaver]

@@adiletaitmatov9078 прохфессор же. ему положено.

[@Slava.Zaytsev]

@@adiletaitmatov9078 А что, много говорить на лекции это моветон что ли?

[@voronin161]

Это можно сказать абсолютно про любой народ.

[@DenisShaver]

@@voronin161 Возможно, не спорю. Но было сказано про российский народ.

[@samsnanko]

I found this talk inspiring. A few years ago I started listening to Russian rock and roll and I immediately fell in love with the beauty of the poetry, which I feel reveals a part of the vast Russian soul. I came to the same conclusion: when I touched it, it touched me. I have made a few friends there, and they are the warmest, kindest people. The language is definitely the hardest to learn of the languages I speak. Я делаю небольшой прогресс каждый день. So thank you Dr. Willerton for this talk.

[@MrKasugano]

Great start, literature is the most important subject in our education and musicians use that experience to write their songs, so almost every R'n'R (or Rap) composition has the "author's message" in their lyrics based from literature exp.

[@user-ny1jm3sf7t]

Good luck with education =)

[@vladimirmonakhov4537]

Nice. Listen to Russian rock band called Zveri. This music is amazing

[@samsnanko]

@@vladimirmonakhov4537 Yes. They played in Berkeley (San Francisco) just before the the whole Covid mess. Great band!

[@govorianya]

A little bit about russian soul... Uma2rman - проститься.

[@zachyeomans8925]

Glory to the beautiful Russian land and people. Love from Canada!

[@copcop9588]

You, too, love from Russia, and to be precise, from the region located in the opposite region across the Pacific Ocean, Alaska - and to the State of Washington. I think we even have one weather

[@lasu0738]

Thanks

[@antonaltaya1]

Tnx!

[@Jankab26]

🙏thank ! thank you with all my heart

[@alesiakrymkina7422]

С любовью к Канаде из России! ♥️

[@user-gm2cl8mq4w]

Спасибо , профессор,за Вашу любовь к России и Русским людям.Thank you.

[@user-gm2cl8mq4w]

@@vladislavlukoshkin5397 Спасибо вам за совет,если честно ,у меня и Русский хромает,а английски вообще .Но в этот раз гугл ошибся , а я почему-то не перепроверила...Я пытаюсь исправить это , но что-то не очень получается .

[@user-gc5yp5sy1g]

@@vladislavlukoshkin5397 Абсолютная грамотность это проклятие! Ты страдаешь от каждой ошибки окружающих, при этом почти никто из них не способен не только оценить, но даже заметить твою грамотность. Будь проще и жизнь наладится!

[@user-dd3ci7ym3q]

@@vladislavlukoshkin5397 Даже не имея полного среднего образования и делая огромное количество ошибок в грамотном построении речи, а уж тем более в написании, искренне благодарен Вам, за Ваши взгляды! Возможно, это громко прозвучит но, на таких людях и держится образование и образованность! На самом деле, необходимо указывать людям на их ошибки (особенно в интернете)! Только так можно помочь людям стремящимся восполнить пробелы в образовании.

[@fevgg]

@@user-gm2cl8mq4w имя и фамилия русские, почему русский хромает? Вы американка?

[@user-gm2cl8mq4w]

@@fevgg Я училась в детском доме при Украине.А там сами знаете какое образование.

[@SlavaChetin]

This is why Russians love Jack London and Ernest Hamingway...

[@user-yc5bh6rd6s]

Well, thats trurh :)

[@user-ld9hx7eh8b]

O. Henry. is loved much more by Russian people ...)

[@romirose4886]

Exactly. To my mind, Jack London is the best writer between foreign writers, and his style of writing I find so close to style of Tolstoy

[@user-nh9ej2nt8d]

Also we like science fiction: Ray Bradbury, Robert Heinlein, Roger Zelazny (not very science, still awesome fiction), Frank Herbert (so much more than just Dune!), Clifford Simak (can break your brain), Ursula Le Guin (strange and charming), Harry Harrison (good thing to kill some evenings, deathworld was continued by russians), Isaac Asimov (was born in Russia), Andre Norton (also strange and charming). P.S. Not only Jack London, there is James Oliver Curwood and James Fenimore Cooper - favourite foreign writers of my childhood. P.P.S. Many Russians just like to read books, even now.

[@Yury_Korn]

@@user-nh9ej2nt8d try also Lois McMaster Bujold (sci-fi, not fantasy). - my favorite right now.

[@realDahenzi]

Ф. И. Тютчев. Silentium! Молчи, скрывайся и таи И чувства и мечты свои - Пускай в душевной глубине Встают и заходят оне Безмолвно, как звезды в ночи, - Любуйся ими - и молчи. Как сердцу высказать себя? Другому как понять тебя? Поймет ли он, чем ты живешь? Мысль изреченная есть ложь. Взрывая, возмутишь ключи, - Питайся ими - и молчи. Лишь жить в себе самом умей - Есть целый мир в душе твоей Таинственно-волшебных дум; Их оглушит наружный шум, Дневные разгонят лучи, - Внимай их пенью - и молчи!..

[@user-vf7ps7it9t]

это песня для души

[@kylemiles448]

Спасибо

[@mamorudigit3145]

Спасибо, Даша!

[@yana6500]

Любимое стихотворение Тютчева 😊

[@Olga-bs2ld]

Тоже одно из любимых, и для меня самое значимое. Очень часто хочется что-то сказать, выразить мысль, или, особенно, если нужно кого-то морально поддержать, и в уме вроде бы созрела мысль, но представляю, что если я это выскажу, произнёсу, то это будет звучать как-то не так, как в душе, а как-то банально, или даже пафосно. И всегда вспоминаю строку "мысль изреченная - есть ложь"

[@casusbelli5630]

Toska - Russian word roughly translated as sadness, melancholia, lugubriousness. "No single word in English renders all the shades of toska. At its deepest and most painful, it is a sensation of great spiritual anguish, often without any specific cause. At less morbid levels it is a dull ache of the soul, a longing with nothing to long for, a sick pining, a vague restlessness, mental throes, yearning. In particular cases it may be the desire for somebody of something specific, nostalgia, love-sickness. At the lowest level it grades into ennui, boredom.” (V.Nabokov)

[@randomspectator2569]

"Blues" comes closest

[@s1nister]

Nothing untranslatable here, it's depression

[@irinaabbasi5027]

@@s1nister No, 'toska' is not a depression. There are 'депрессия' (depression) and 'тоска' in Russian that are not the same and cannot be used equally. One could use 'depression' as a translation for 'toska' in a certain text depending on the context. However, it's not going to be the exact and full transfer of the ideas that 'toska' contains. At least not with one word. Just like one cannot translate 'complacency' to Russian.

[@annaiakovleva8525]

Пыталась объяснить иностранному другу, что такое - сердце щемит. Очень трудно порой передать эмоции.

[@casusbelli5630]

@@annaiakovleva8525 Похожий случай был и упомянутого В.Набокова в годы его преподавательской деятельности в штатах: ему (как он впоследствии вспоминал) никак не удавалось "донести" до студентов значение слова "хамство", "хам". Насколько помню, в полной мере так и не удалось...

[@lilanakomisarenkonu188]

I grew up in Russia, I lived there for 20 years. Yes, in old fashioned Russian language you would say to a person that you love , for example " My soul, how are you? " Душа моя, как ты? If the person is bad, we we will say, "you don't have a soul" (у тебя нет души). He is absolutely right about Russian soul. Love his speech!!!!

[@ryanharrington5704]

Best Professor I ever had at the University of Arizona. Such a brilliant man and professor.

[@user-jv5qc6vg2b]

Agree

[@olgaluna6447]

How lucky you are!

[@user-tc9jc1js9m]

Его студентам очень повезло. Это было потрясающе

[@g-wm6392]

this man is on a mission

[@FireFox-gh8qe]

Hey))) You are very lucky, you know. That Prof is absolutely right about us, Russians. With love from St Petersburg, dude)))

[@agroconstruct4026]

Даже немного неудобно что он нас так сильно понимает:-) Спасибо за эту лекцию.

[@Iwillbegone]

I'm half Russian, and so wonderful to see an American truly understand, and try to rise above the shallow prejudice, which resulted in him being able to see the depth. Thank you professor! You are greatly appreciated!

[@moroz96108]

What he said about distance is absolutely true! Russia is still nor Europe nor Asia, it is just itself, apart from others

[@copcop9588]

In fact, Russia is Europe and Asia. But your thought is true. Many do not know. But the Word Asia is part of the ancient name of Russia, which is why the continent is called Eurasia.

[@bruhasusual5018]

@@copcop9588 It must be some kind of joke. Russia has always been a European country, and Rus was the ancient name of Russia. And the Russians have always been European, Slavic people.

[@levv1164]

it IS Asia :(

[@bruhasusual5018]

@@levv1164 No

[@muckyousofuch7515]

In fact, Russia is not a country, Russia is a civilization.

[@vladimirsavenkov2424]

Вот это эксперт! Знает вопрос и раскрывает тему всесторонне. Свободный от всяких страхов и предрассудков. Свободный человек! Скажу, что он богат. Так раньше говорили о людях с жизненным опытом и знаниях.

[@art_means_artificial]

I hope he didn't get fired after that ...

[@vladimirsavenkov2424]

@@art_means_artificial Спокойно! Это ему не грозит.

[@Olegstuff21986]

A true intellectual - thank you for your kind words on Russia! Much respect.

[@art_means_artificial]

I hope he didn't get fired after that ...

[@samtombstone4594]

People like him unites the World. I wish we could all be closer in every sense. Peace to you all from Russia

[@art_means_artificial]

I hope he didn't get fired after that ...

[@Mayyam67]

Never thought that someone in America can speak about Russian soul with such compassion!

[@user-nw7hy5vt5f]

It really moved me, and made me proud and better aware of what it means being Russian, thank you Dr. Willerton.

[@SorePro-uf4fk]

+Александр Лебедев ...а про что он...? хвалит?

[@alexandersiebert4302]

"and better aware of what it means being Russian" agree on this

[@SorePro-uf4fk]

Kirill L ...что тебя печалит=)...хвалят мало?=)...ути какой....

[@user-wc6yh2yy2e]

А вы рускии не понимаете как блогадарнаст себя. В миру ни так земля.

[@yevheniishyshko7961]

“Seek the Russian soul. When you will touch it, you will touch your own.”

[@art_means_artificial]

I hope he didn't get fired after that ...

[@fedormets1883]

Well, I have just realized how weird it was for me as for a russian to watch american people speaking about my country. But, on the second thought, it seems so meaningful. I want smart people from around the world and espeicially from the States to perceive my country as it really is. This man gives me hope. I respect you, Doctor Pat Willerton!

[@katybyrd8674]

Wonderful lecture. I'm a musician because of the Shostakovich string quartets mentioned here. 3 college degrees in and can't get enough of the "Russian Soul."

[@art_means_artificial]

I hope he didn't get fired after that ...

[@vitabrevis2812]

We are not cold, but chaste. Our smiles are like kisses: we do not offer ourselves to everyone we meet.

[@MarinaBoon]

Im russian. Dear Dr. Willerton, I would like to thank you for your fiery speech and your opinion about Russia and the russian soul.

[@olegrazbor9284]

Россия Сфинкс, Ликуя и скорбя, и обливаясь чёрной кровью, Она глядит, глядит, глядит в тебя, И с ненавистью и с любовью. (Блок)

[@igorponomarjov1257]

Не зная корневых основ, Зубами землю возвращая, Себе, наследнику Богов, Я никогда не пожелаю Рая! Я знать хотел, искал всегда Простой для всех открытой вещи. И я познал, но не желаю вам - Лишь скорбь там бесконечна. Еще одно мне донеслось, Всегда не нужно быть Кристаллом, Достаточно иметь воды для тех, кто жаждет, Каплю... Но девятым валом!

[@user-wy7on3dw3f]

Thanks! To tears! We are tired of hearing about the lack of smiles, vodka, permafrost and bears with balalaika. Спасибо! До слёз! Мы устали слушать про отсутствие улыбок, водку, вечную мерзлоту и медведей с балалайками.

[@222Makaroni]

Да, очень. Учитывая, что вокруг ни одного медведя, балалайка только в музее, все ржут, как кони и волка не так популярна, как коньяк

[@igrok878]

Величье рек - в покое вод. Покой - высокое отличье. Несёт река - не шелохнет Своё глубинное величье. И в этой полной тишине Сквозит торжественная сила, Что полумесяц в полусне И Млечный Путь в ночи носила. Не всем подобное дано, Есть мелководные речушки, Они за рябью прячут дно, Скрывая тину, и ракушки. И люди гонят тишину И призывают беспогодье, Боясь узреть не глубину, - А собственное мелководье.

[@user-jf1tj2eu4f]

Thank you very much! I'm from Russia and i really appreciate you for this video and your attitude!!

[@SakhForester]

Боже храни этого человека! Благодаря таким людям наша цивилизация может выжить. Dr. Pat Willerton возвращает мне веру в людей.

[@alekskireeff913]

Аж слезу вышиб! Во время приступа гнева на наших правителей теперь буду смотреть это видео. Благодарю за вашу речь!

[@user-de9km9wu9o]

Спасибо тебе, добрый человек. Храни тебя Бог.

[@Gjalpinulva]

That's some very good translation of Tyutchev.

[@AmoritaStorre]

by Vladimir Nabokov

[@annavladimirova7886]

I'm Russian and I see this video for the first time ever. So deep and touching. Thank you so much

[@katemur18]

I was so surprised to see this kind of video. But it made me think about me as a Russian who doesn't fully appreciate my culture. Just thank you for letting not only Americans, but even Russian people see the beauty of this beautiful land 🥺

[@monalisa2512]

Hello I am from Russia. I decided to share with someone how I feel when I read the comments of foreigners. I feel very pleasant in my soul, all these warm words spoken towards Russia cause me delight. Even such trifles as "Thank you Russia for your kindness" or "Russia, you are a wonderful country" or just "thank you Russia" - makes it clear that there are people who do not believe in various bad stereotypes about Russians. I want to say thank you. Thanks to everyone who writes such wonderful comments.) Respect to you. (I write in a translator so there may be mistakes (sorry))

[@graceantonio3573]

I stumbled upon this priceless gem on you tube & I say : A beautiful soul who speaks to a world of souls is a noble man, thank you Dr. Willerton! Respect from Philippines! God bless you😇 the world needs harmony & understanding so that nations of humanity will prevent war, will not want it & perhaps never will.

[@monalisa2512]

Hello I am from Russia. I decided to share with someone how I feel when I read the comments of foreigners. I feel very pleasant in my soul, all these warm words spoken towards Russia cause me delight. Even such trifles as "Thank you Russia for your kindness" or "Russia, you are a wonderful country" or just "thank you Russia" - makes it clear that there are people who do not believe in various bad stereotypes about Russians. I want to say thank you. Thanks to everyone who writes such wonderful comments.) Respect to you. (I write in a translator so there may be mistakes (sorry))

[@Ivan-ru9oq]

Thank you professor Villerton. From Russia with love and respect!

[@themonk51]

Dr. Willerton: Thank you for causing this lecture to be posted. It is relevant now, as it was when delivered. I think and feel much the same. We, as a country, have missed the wonderful opportunities available to us by partnering with our Russian neighbors. Unfortunately, the vast majority of United States citizens believe the self-serving propaganda of United States politicians and fail to avail themselves of the wonderful, rich and expansive experiences and opportunities we would know by improved relations with the citizens and government of Russia.

[@xxxaand]

​@@eleonorashah9561 Alaska was russian territory, Russian Emperor sell it and when USSR kill Rus Empire many russian politics immigrate in USA

[@TopMusic-rf3mt]

You are absolutely right. Even today, anti-Russian propaganda flourishes. In the Second World War we lost 27 million people, this is the very "suffering" that this professor is talking about. Every resident of Russia listened to the stories of grandparents about the atrocities that the Nazis committed on our territory. And so, the United States arranges a coup in Ukraine in 2014, and people who support Ukrainian nationalism come to power. They put up monuments to those who destroyed the Soviet people and worked for the Nazis (Bandera, Shukhevych, Stetsko). Streets are named after them. However, the south-east of Ukraine did not accept the policy of glorifying fascist henchmen and decided to secede, since people in the Donbass are ardent opponents of fascism. For 8 years, the nationalist battalions of Ukraine bombed people in the Donbas who simply said "We have no place in the country with those who glorify fascist collaborators." And the whole world was silent calling them "separatists". And when Russia's patience snapped and in pain, Russia went to defend them, she was now accused of invading. A Westerner is not burdened with those ideals and sufferings as a Russian person (let me remind you of 27 million killed) and therefore does not understand why Russia went to Ukraine to conduct a special operation to "demilitarize" and "denazify" Ukraine. Russia will never allow nationalism to flourish on its borders and glorify those who worked for the Nazis. Today, the Ukrainian authorities released several thousand criminals from prisons and gave them weapons. But the TV will never tell about it. "Russians are bad" is the main message of the West for its Westerner!

[@user-yf6ld2wj5w]

Wow! I can hardly find some words to explain my feeling after watching this video. I'm really proud of my country. Yes, I'm Russian. Thank you for this amazing lesson. I'm so surprised with the speech of mister professor. I think, it's really well that people respect Russia far away from it. Thank you again for the lesson ❤️

[@user-ok7eg5ii6v]

Amazing! An American talking about Russian soul and Russians in such a passionate way! Awfully touching. Thank you!!!

[@user-er6re4qh9m]

I am Russian and I've enjoyed it a lot. Thank you!

[@user-ei3zj1xx3i]

Спасибо огромное! Этот человек с большим сердцем и трезвым умом, который рушит все стереотипы про Россию и Русских. Респект вам профессор и долгих лет жизни!

[@pturs_koncurs5750]

this professor is a real preacher who knows and believes in what he says! it causes a lot of attention and respect for him. I would be very pleased to attend his lectures or simply would like to talk with him not only about Russia, but also about other important issues and problems in the world.этот профессор - настоящий проповедник, который знает и верит в то, что говорит! это вызывает большое внимание и уважение к нему. я бы с великим удовольствием посещал его лекции или просто хотел бы поговорить с ним не только о России, но и о других важных вопросах и проблемах в мире.

[@histanyhis]

I cried. I watched this video but on Russian I've never heard such warm words before. especially from the American this professor has to live long I'm even more proud of my homeland now.

[@alexmegavolt9461]

Благодарю! Из России с Любовью))) From Moscow with LOVE!

[@Baumanmos]

Спасибо за правду. Странные времена, приходится благодарить за правду!(

[@freedom6984]

Всегда так было

[@user-pn8kz8bi5b]

I am not Russian, but from my toe till my head I feel I am Russian and proud to tell that.I have a russian blood. And I am proud to have russian blood. The professor is brave and I respect his speech how he delivered to audience. Soviet Union won the Second World War and saved so many nations from genocide.

[@yaelz6043]

Clearly a mistake, all these nations are now openly cheering their local SS divisions as heroes. Russia saved and rebuilt them and now they only make excuses to commit genocide.

[@kyunney4361]

Agreed . I’m Asian . I am proud to be part of Russia🥰

[@antonaltaya1]

Thank you brother! We are so tired of those who separating us from other people in the world and shiting on us from every Tv, Radio, etc.

[@owtena]

Russia cannot be understood with the mind alone, No ordinary yardstick can span her greatness: She stands alone, unique - In Russia, one can only believe. Умом Россию не понять, Аршином общим не измерить: У ней особенная стать - В Россию можно только верить. Ф.Тютчев, 1866 г.

[@krotomoppol920]

u havent to translate for Russians ^^. We all learned this poem in the school . :)

[@owtena]

krotomop pol I know, but I don't like the English version, in Russian it's way better (as it should be). Я тоже русская и тоже знаю наизусть, обожаю Тютчева ;)

[@Tanyushinki]

thankyou. this is TRUE

[@bobboboff5326]

Интересно, там , в зале, есть кто-нибудь из америки?

[@cyberbanshee]

owtena поганый стишок для подъема ЧСВ. Не более. Русские ни чем не отличаются от любых других людей мира. И просто оправдывают тот факт, что живут в стране третьего мира тем, что у них "особенная стать".

[@user-vf7ps7it9t]

Очень смело и чувствуется, что искренне. Видимо, он глубоко проникся этой темой и с интересом раскрывает ее своим слушателям. Молодец!

[@ilyaipatov87]

Dang! What a wonderful professor he is! I'm Russian, and that's so nice to hear warm words about Russia and its culture... I have been working with American students who are studying Russian in US and in Russia for 8 years and I've met so many freaking talented and kind people among them!

[@user-kc2zq7vz9e]

Ничего не понимаю, но чувствую говорит что-то хорошее...

[@pturs_koncurs5750]

а включить субтитры это уже высшая математика?

[@kraftocola]

Есть буквальный перевод профессора на сайте е- ньюз.су

[@kraftocola]

@@pturs_koncurs5750 субтитры на английском все равно

[@kreslokkd]

@@pturs_koncurs5750 там половина субтитров вообще кривые, не говоря уже о различных фамилиях по типу Плесецкая, Шастокович и проч.

[@user-eb7qq9jr3t]

@@kraftocola в школе учиться надо было - знал бы английский

[@lunaoscurart]

Редко когда от иностранцев можно услышать столь добрые слова о России. Благодарю вас лишь за то, что вы есть. 💖

[@MG-le6cr]

Thank you, Dr Willerton , I m Russian and you touch my soul. Listening you make me cry with a happy tears. Thank you for appreciating my culture and people.

[@user-wg7bj7ci2v]

Спасибо Вам, что с таким уважением и трепетом рассказали студентам о русской душе! Вы абсолютно правы!

[@harpy7094]

I am Russian and I can confirm what he is saying. Also I noticed that we (Russians) sing with our soul, while most of the people sing just with their voice. I moved to USA not long ago and I noticed big psychological difference in our cultures, morals, and values. Sorry for my English

[@1966Gleb]

Dr. Willerton ,You are an excellent teacher and not because you praise Russia, I don't care, but because you see the true essence of things. There are very few such sensei)

[@lolskix]

Thank you for being so truly deep and open-minded, for breaking the artificially imposed deeply rooted stereotypes, which are so far from having something to do with reality. You are so correct, so accurate speaking about us Russians, understanding and describing what we call the Russian soul.

[@fedormets1883]

Also, this is the strongest motivation anyone ever gave to read this epic book. Wonderful. God save people like this one fine specimen of man

[@stihi18]

Надеюсь после этого ролика некоторые Русские задумаются над своим поведением и отношением к Родине!

[@owlman4214]

Прекрасно сказано!

[@bagdadaladin8672]

например Путин, хотя ты про русских

[@user-ku7xm1qf4b]

Те кому нужно задуматься, не знают английского. Да и Ютуб им не порекомендует это видео.

[@nzalex1]

@@user-ku7xm1qf4b Точно

[@homohomini83]

@@goodman1451 Одно то, как вы называете Путина, говорит о вашем украинском, но не русском, мышлении. Многие украинцы по духу, к сожалению, выдают себя в интернете за русских.

[@bigsister9354]

Wow, what a passionate person! I’m Russian and I’m agree with this professor about many things he said.

[@lukaszurov]

He speaks of "War & peace" so passionately, I'm even beginning to think of rereading it

[@wecandoit740]

Bad idea. Dont read a book only for the sake of reading

[@russkiydzhigit]

@@wecandoit740 clearly you're an avid reader and an intellectual, judging by your intricate sense of hidden intent behind the front of printed words.

[@wecandoit740]

@@russkiydzhigit i didnt like the peace part but enjoyed the war part

[@user-xe8jk9wg7s]

Thank you so much professor!You make my soul cry!Тоже захотелось перечитать войну и мир,и сходить на балет!Мы должны гордиться своей историей и не поддаваться пропаганде,потому что кто если не мы?!

[@Volanchicine]

We need friends. But we only have allies. " In all the world no people are so tearless. So proud, so simple as are we " - Anna Akhmatova

[@Emintiev]

I'm from Russia! I am Russian and I love English 🇺🇲 everything is said correctly: we have a VERY DEEP SOUL!!!

[@catnap387]

Your depths are apparent in your leaders invasion of a neighbouring independent state and the population of your country supporting the destruction of Ukraine and its people.

[@semender7400]

@@catnap387 The war is supported by a very small number of ordinary people. Basically, they are the military and the police, because they are fed from the Kremlin's hand. They receive large salaries, the admission of their children to universities out of turn and other indulgences. No one wants to go and kill the people once close to us, no one wants to be killed in this senseless war. And those who want to... I can't even call such people "Russians". Thank you for your attention and have a nice day, my foreign friend ;-) P.S. Sorry for mistakes Google Translate

[@ivansobani7779]

Спасибо за то что просвещаете Американцев о России. С уважением из России

[@anastassiyalutsenko2703]

as Russian he made me understand what I took for granted

[@dimyeanlud9523]

Спасибо за любовь к России. Спасибо за уважение. Спасибо за правду.

[@42_SorokDva]

Thank you Pat Willerton… “the celebration of life”…. You help to look at the our Art deeper. Lecture helpful for understanding Russian soul for Russians too )

[@_alexey_9649]

"Умом Россию не понять, Аршином общим не измерить: У ней особенная стать - В Россию можно только верить" Ф.Тютчев You will not grasp her with your mind Or cover with a common label, For Russia is one of a kind - Believe in her, if you are able...

[@user-se6bt8bu9l]

Мы добрые в душе, терпеливые, но не надо испытывать наше терпение бесконечно! Мы любим, и уважаем все народы, но не потерпим неуважения к себе!

[@mimonotes]

Спасибо.

[@madi8000]

So beautiful, it moved me.

[@evgenikamsk3147]

Thanks for such brilliant , passionate and true presentation of Russians. It was so great to look at ourselves from outside

[@sonyaneya]

До мурашек 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@DogeHound88]

Wow teaching never been so good

[@1979lenochka]

Thank you, Professor! I'm deeply touched by how much you care and understand the Russian soul. Besides, I'm glad you had a chance to see Russia in the Soviet times.

[@rendezvous98]

Fantastic lecture. Thank you

[@Kvyter72]

Absolutely beautiful...

[@diletant9232]

Thank you! This is a great talk.

[@Maksimlejman]

Thank you, Dr. Pat

[@Sermikhai]

Thank you Dr. Willerton

[@aks742325852]

Шикарный профессор!😊 Долгих ему лет) Привет из России, приезжайте на Камчатку😁

[@a.n.5985]

We from Russia love you all, Come to us, we will be glad to see you! Incredible adventures await you..With love from Russia, Almaz.

[@nataliaturkestanskaya6736]

Thank you so much for such a positive talk about my nation. THANK YOU!

[@yulialin3611]

Thank you professor! Beautiful words from your beautiful soul.

[@leonidborodkin3127]

Вот так выглядит влюбленный человек. Приятно)

[@natalieefa7926]

Thank you! I am in tears now)))

[@HBxRock]

From Russia with love and peace! Thank you, Dr. Pat Willerton for your words! I'm from Russia... Спасибо большое Вам! Вы человек мира! God Bless you, your soul and your family!

[@SuperLomart]

Thank you for your understanding! Peace, goodness and love to all...

[@lilliangraham9850]

wow , that was intense but it deeply moved me

[@venust.4119]

Спасибо! Я плачу...

[@Tim_OSK]

Spasibo, Dr. Willerton! Being a Russian, I am often humbled by the passion and love people from abroad show to our history, culture, by their curiosity about the so-called Russian soul. I believe Mr. Willerton knows that well but probably not so many people realise it well that there are many Russians who are open and curious and respectful about other languages, cultures, history. And with all my Russian due respect to Leo Tolstoy, my favourite novels are actually ‘Look Homeward Angel’ by Thomas Wolfe and ‘An American Tragedy’ by Theodore Dreiser. And I can say with confidence that I’ve never seen more generous and hospitable people outside Russia than I’ve met in the United States. Cheers from Russia! And thanks for a beautiful lecture! May we all be lucky to live long enough to see the leaders of our two countries be more allies than competitors.

[@mamorudigit3145]

It's all about love and respect! From Russia with love and respect!!! Iam sure we all can get along!

[@user-ul9fw3gt5m]

Спасибо. Очень интересная лекция. Мне особенно понравилось про закалку характера россиян в окружении великих соседей. Но и пример из Толстого тоже показателен. Воодушевляюще. Эпичнее было бы если бы в конце вы прочли стихи под музыку одного из вами упомянутых композиторов.

[@mariak3021]

Thank you Mr. Willerton and TED for this inspirational talk and sincere interest in my country and its culture. I think being curious about other nations and knowing each other better is what we all need, because it makes us understand better our own cultural identity. It is enriching experience. Best regards from Russia.

[@user-hc9jg7bt4p]

Thank you for all of us

[@alexeimedvedev641]

Thank you Dr. Willerton. I'm touched. Спасибо огромное за эту лекцию.