Acton Line Shining a Light on the Darkest Place in the World.
Oct 25, 2023
Yeonmi Park, a North Korean defector and human rights activist, discusses her daring escape from North Korea and the ongoing oppression in the country. She shares her personal journey, the concept of guilt by association, dangers of groupthink, and dealing with critics. The episode highlights the importance of recognizing and resisting oppression worldwide.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Escaping North Korea: A Journey to Freedom
03:39 • 23min
Guilt by Association and Its Impact on North Koreans
26:57 • 16min
Reflections on Personal Experience and Ideology
43:17 • 3min
The Dangers of Groupthink and the Power of Brainwashing
46:30 • 2min
Dealing with Critics and Responding to Criticism
48:49 • 5min
The Importance of Virtue and Filling the Void
53:21 • 2min