Episode 134 - The Khmer Rouge Part 2: Year Zero

Dive into the harrowing realities under the Khmer Rouge regime, where fear and paranoia permeated everyday life. Explore the psychological toll on researchers as they confront unsettling histories, akin to dystopian narratives. Discover the brutal tactics used to dismantle families and enforce control, culminating in a devastating legacy of agrarian policies that led to starvation. Amidst the darkness, humor surfaces in unexpected places, including the quirky antics of urban rats. Witness the tragic targeting of ethnic minorities and the extremes of survival in a state of brutality.