Capital FM

Capital FM broadcasts in English from Russia, making it an anomaly in the country's radio landscape. The pop playlist is familiar enough - current hits from artists like Dua Lipa and The Weeknd. But the talk segments are where things get interesting. They discuss Russian news and culture in English, with callers from across the country. It's a strange mix of global pop and local perspective. The DJs have that professional sheen, but the content has an edge you won't find on Western stations. You'll hear traffic updates for Moscow, then a debate about the economy. It's not perfect - some segues…