

Inside the prisoner exchange that set an American journalist free
Aug 6, 2024
Pjotr Sauer, a Russian affairs reporter, joins Evan Gershkovich, a recently freed American journalist, to share insights on his dramatic imprisonment and liberation. They reflect on the emotional turmoil faced by loved ones and the complexities of international negotiations. Sauer highlights the intense geopolitical climate impacting journalists in Russia, revealing personal stories of resilience and friendship. Gershkovich adds humor to his experience, recalling heartfelt reunions and the importance of standing up for political prisoners.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Friendship and Freedom: The Story Behind a Dramatic Release
02:06 • 2min
Journalism Under Siege: An American's Tale in Russia
03:39 • 10min
A Swift Justice: The Unfolding of a Historic Trial
13:45 • 2min
Tensions of a Historic Prisoner Exchange
15:33 • 11min
Freedom and Reflection
26:10 • 4min