The Gist Miriam Lewin: Surviving Torture, Exposing the "Disappeared"
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Feb 1, 2025 
Miriam Lewin, an Argentine journalist and political activist who survived the horrors of torture during Argentina’s Dirty War, shares her powerful story. She highlights the emotional trauma and resilience of activists facing brutal repression. Lewin discusses the fight of the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo, who bravely sought their disappeared children, and the tragic betrayal they faced. Additionally, the conversation touches on unique political topics like tariffs and the societal implications of baby formula theft, sparking deep reflections on justice and morality.
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Miriam Lewin's Kidnapping
- Miriam Lewin, a 19-year-old political activist, was kidnapped in Argentina in 1977.
- She was tortured but refused to give up information, even attempting suicide with cyanide.
The Phone Call Trap
- Torturers forced Miriam to call her comrades, hoping she'd lead them into a trap.
- One day, the comrades answered, leading to the capture and death of her friend Joaquin.
Death Flights
- Miriam discovered the "death flights," where drugged prisoners were thrown from planes into the ocean.
- She worked with an Italian journalist to find the planes and expose the pilots.
