

Fringe Diplomacy | Investigation
Aug 26, 2024
Mickey Bergman, a political prisoner and hostage advocate, shares his insights as the CEO of Global Reach and a Nobel Peace Prize nominee. He discusses the complex realm of fringe diplomacy, specifically the ongoing negotiations for American detainees in Russia amid rising tensions. Mickey recounts his personal experiences and the emotional weight of these negotiations. He also highlights cases like Trevor Reed and the intertwined fates of Brittany Griner and Paul Whelan, emphasizing the ethical dilemmas and urgent calls for justice in international diplomacy.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Fringe Diplomacy and Hostage Negotiations
01:50 • 13min
A Harrowing Tale and a Humorous Encounter
14:51 • 2min
Navigating Diplomatic Hostages
17:00 • 9min
Negotiating Prisoner Exchanges Amidst Conflict
25:37 • 3min
The Urgency of Trevor Reed's Release
28:13 • 2min
Negotiating Freedom: The Griner-Whelan Dilemma
29:52 • 10min
Fringe Diplomacy and High-Stakes Negotiations
39:39 • 2min