Public Health Radio Russian

Public Health Radio Russian is an odd beast. A Russian-language music station broadcasting from France, it wears its name like a statement of intent. The playlist roams from Soviet-era classics (think Viktor Tsoi's somber vocals) to contemporary Russian pop and folk-tinged indie. There's a gentle emphasis on wellness - short health tips between tracks, which is refreshingly different from corporate radio's endless ads. The 128kbps stream is crisp enough for background listening. The selection feels curated, not automated. You'll hear rarities you won't catch on mainstream Russian stations. It'…