The Jordan Harbinger Show 684: Desmond Shum | Wealth, Power, Corruption, and Vengeance in China
Jun 14, 2022
Desmond Shum, author of "Red Roulette," offers a gripping insider's view of wealth and power in China. He reveals how his family's exile from the CCP shaped his perspective and dives into the chilling realities of corruption that fuel business success. Desmond recounts his wife Whitney's mysterious disappearance and a haunting phone call she made years later, warning him against sharing his story. He also discusses the chilling effects of state control on personal safety, making it clear that ambition can come at a steep price in an authoritarian regime.
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Low Social Status of Intellectuals
- Desmond Shum's parents, both intellectuals, were deemed undesirables by the CCP.
- This low social status limited their opportunities and led to their eventual move to Hong Kong.
Moving to Hong Kong
- Desmond Shum's family moved from China to Hong Kong after Mao's death.
- They used the excuse of visiting relatives, a common way to leave China at the time.
Tiananmen Square Massacre
- The Tiananmen Square Massacre began as a protest against corruption and evolved into a call for democracy.
- The CCP's violent response, including tanks rolling over protesters, was a defining moment.
