Regina Spektor discusses her latest album, What We Saw from the Cheap Seats, and her musical journey, from growing up in Soviet Russia to becoming a successful singer-songwriter in the United States. She reflects on her classical music background, the contrast between her powerful piano playing and delicate voice, and how she incorporates beats and vocal sounds into her songs. Spektor shares the emotional experience of returning to Russia for the first time since emigrating and talks about the deep connections her songs have with her heritage, family history, and personal experiences. She also touches on her early piano education, Jewish identity, and how moving to America shaped her life and music.