"Steppe by Steppe," takes you on a journey through the landscapes, histories, and cultures of Central Asia. Hosted by an American expat living in Kazakhstan, this show offers a unique blend of insider knowledge and outsider perspective on this fascinating region.Each episode brings you authentic experiences and insights as your host navigates daily life in Kazakhstan while exploring the broader "Stans" – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Mongolia, Uzbekistan and all the neighbors.
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Steppe by Steppe: Journey Through the Heart of Central Asia (Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajiki, Uzbek, Mongol) is a society podcast hosted by John in Almaty, with 35 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.
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John in Almaty hosts Steppe by Steppe: Journey Through the Heart of Central Asia (Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajiki, Uzbek, Mongol), a society show with 35 episodes published.
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Steppe by Steppe: Journey Through the Heart of Central Asia (Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajiki, Uzbek, Mongol)
E34 - Against the Grain: The Virgin Lands Campaign in Kazakhstan
Jan 13, 202612 min
Following the death of Stalin, Nikita Khrushchev launched the Virgin Lands Campaign to solve the Soviet Union’s chronic food shortages by farming millions of hectares of uncultivated territory. While the initiative initially produced record-breaking harvests , it eventually faltered due to harsh climates , a lack of proper infrastructure , and Khrushchev's rigid insistence on planting corn in unsuitable regions. This ambitious project significantly altered the demographics of Central Asia and caused lasting environmental damage , such as soil erosion. Ultimately, the program’s failure to provide long-term food security weakened Khrushchev’s political standing, contributing to his removal from power in 1964. Despite its shortcomings, the campaign remains a pivotal example of how centralized planning and political ambition shaped the Soviet landscape.
Steppe by Steppe: Journey Through the Heart of Central Asia (Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajiki, Uzbek, Mongol)
E33 - 🧀 Qurt - The Savory Soul of the Kazakh Steppe
Jan 5, 202612 min
Qurt (also known as kurt or kurut ) is a traditional hard, salty cheese made from fermented milk, famously known as the "original travel snack" of Central Asia. Invented by nomadic Turkic and Mongolian tribes over 2,500 years ago, it served as an essential tool for survival during long migrations across the arid steppes. Beyond nutrition, it represents resilience and heritage . In Kazakhstan, it is particularly celebrated for its role in saving the lives of gulag prisoners, to whom local villagers threw the cheese "stones" to provide secret nourishment.
Steppe by Steppe: Journey Through the Heart of Central Asia (Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajiki, Uzbek, Mongol)
E32 -⛷️ Tien Shan-anigans: Steppe-ing into the Sweet History of Kyrgyzstan’s Sugar ❄️
Dec 31, 202511 min
Let's ride some powder in the Switzerland of Central Asia. In this episode of Steppe By Steppe , we journey to the "Mountains of Heaven" to uncover a skiing legacy that is both ancient and radically modern. While the rest of the world looks to the Alps, we explore why Kyrgyzstan is a "primed canvas" for those seeking the wildest backcountry on Earth. We trace the timeline from 10,000-year-old wooden planks in the Altai region to the Soviet Olympic training grounds of Karakol, where the USSR once tested torpedoes in the same lakes where we now find après-ski relaxation. Join us as we discuss the "art" of navigating the region’s notorious "sugar snow," the rise of community-based tourism in the world’s largest walnut forest, and how modern geopolitics is bringing a new generation of "draft-dodging" instructors to the Kyrgyz slopes. Whether you’re here for the yurt-based expeditions or the fermented mare’s milk, this episode proves that in the Tien Shan, the adventure is always "never not powder shredding".
Steppe by Steppe: Journey Through the Heart of Central Asia (Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajiki, Uzbek, Mongol)
E31 - 📈 Kazakhstan Equities Markets - Talk Tenge to Me Baby!
Oct 29, 202525 min
Discover Kazakhstan’s hidden Frontier Market ! We break down the KASE and AIX and its strange link to inflation . What’s the deal with Kazakhstan Equities Markets ? Located in Central Asia, this country is classified as a Frontier Market by major rating agencies, but it has huge potential, especially when compared to giants like the New York Stock Exchange . We’re checking out the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange ( KASE ) and the Astana International Exchange ( AIX ) to see if they can finally help diversify the country’s economy beyond its natural resources. Historically, its role in financing local businesses has been tiny. Here's the kicker: Recent analysis revealed a truly shocking strong positive correlation between KASE’s market capitalization and inflation ! We explain why this bizarre connection matters far more than its minimal influence on overall GDP or unemployment figures. Learn what it takes for a bank-dominated market to break out of the pack and reach that coveted Emerging Markets status. Whether you're an American investor looking for new frontiers or just curious about global finance, this episode gives you the inside scoop on how money moves in Kazakhstan. Hit play and get ready to talk about Tenge!
Steppe by Steppe: Journey Through the Heart of Central Asia (Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajiki, Uzbek, Mongol)
E30 - Covert Cash & Cold Chaos: How Kazakhstan Secretly Printed Its Way to Economic Independence
Aug 5, 202511 min
Where'd the Kazakh Tenge come from? This is the story of the Tenge, the remarkable and unexpected currency born of chaos. In a time when vodka was used as a savings device, as the ruble crumbled a new currency suddenly emerged.
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