

An Avocado Revolution | Episode 1
Sep 28, 2021
The podcast discusses the harrowing experience of Jason Rezaian, a journalist who was imprisoned in Iran. It covers their life as a journalist in Iran, their Kickstarter project for Iran's first avocado farm, and the risky move they made that led to their arrest. The podcast also explores their imprisonment in Evin Prison and the tension and uncertainty surrounding the hostage negotiation for their release.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
Living in Iran as a Journalist and the Kickstarter Project for Iran's First Avocado Farm
05:38 • 10min
A Risky Move and Unexpected Consequences
15:53 • 3min
Imprisonment in Evin Prison
18:35 • 10min
The Tension of a Hostage Negotiation and the Importance of Getting Loved Ones Out
28:06 • 2min