Vladislav Bokhan, a blogger and prankster from Belarus, fooled school teachers with Russia in the name of Russian President Putin and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). You will also laugh knowing the truth.
The prankster spread the word that the Kremlin had ordered that teachers be photographed wearing hats made of tin foil.
This blogger is a staunch opponent of the Kremlin’s policies. Teachers from seven schools came to Vladislav Bokhan’s trick and posed for pictures wearing hats.
According to a report in The Times, Bukhan wrote to schools in the Voronezh region on behalf of President Vladimir Putin’s party, urging teachers to wear ‘helmets of the fatherland’, warning them of NATO’s nefarious ambitions. will protect from
The letter said that teachers should demonstrate basic civil defense skills to enable children and others to face attacks.
There has been a mixed reaction on the internet. Many have said that it was mischief so comprehensive, however, that teachers were unnecessarily dragged into it. One wrote that teaching is a sacred profession, and teachers should be kept away or unconnected with such evils.
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How did the teachers in Russia respond to Bokhan’s tinfoil hat campaign?
**Interview with Vladislav Bokhan: The Prankster Behind the Tinfoil Hat Campaign**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Vladislav. Your recent prank has certainly caused a stir. Can you tell us a little about what inspired you to create the tinfoil hat campaign targeting teachers in Russia?
**Vladislav Bokhan:** Thank you for having me! The idea came from my ongoing opposition to the Kremlin’s propagandist tactics. I wanted to showcase how easily manipulated people can be when it comes to absurd propaganda measures. By making teachers pose in tinfoil hats as if they were protecting themselves from NATO, I aimed to highlight the ridiculousness of such claims and draw attention to the “fascistization” occurring in society [[1](https://www.rferl.org/a/belarus-russia-teachers-tinfoil-hat-prank/33198362.html)].
**Interviewer:** It certainly has drawn attention! How did the teachers respond to your prank? Did they realize it was a joke?
**Vladislav Bokhan:** Most teachers seemed to take it at face value, which was part of the point. They actually participated seriously, believing it was an official directive. It demonstrates how deeply ingrained and effective certain propaganda techniques are. The fact that educators, who are supposed to promote critical thinking, could fall for this really underscores my message [[1](https://www.rferl.org/a/belarus-russia-teachers-tinfoil-hat-prank/33198362.html)].
**Interviewer:** Your approach seems to blend humor with a serious critique of political issues. Do you believe that humor can be an effective tool in political resistance?
**Vladislav Bokhan:** Absolutely! Humor can break down barriers and encourage people to think critically without feeling threatened. In oppressive environments, it can be a very effective form of resistance. If you can make people laugh, they may be more inclined to reflect on the underlying absurdities of their reality [[1](https://www.rferl.org/a/belarus-russia-teachers-tinfoil-hat-prank/33198362.html)].
**Interviewer:** It seems like you have certainly made an impact. What do you hope will come from this prank in the long run?
**Vladislav Bokhan:** I hope it encourages more people to question the narratives they’re fed by authorities. If we can make people realize the absurdity of blind obedience and propaganda, we can foster a healthier, more critical public discourse. Ultimately, I want people to find the courage to stand up against unjust consequences of these policies, no matter how silly they may seem [[1](https://www.rferl.org/a/belarus-russia-teachers-tinfoil-hat-prank/33198362.html)].
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Vladislav, for sharing your insights. Your work certainly challenges us to think critically about the messages we receive from authorities.
**Vladislav Bokhan:** Thank you! It’s been a pleasure to discuss these important topics.
