Hannah Pool, a senior researcher at the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies, dives into the harrowing journeys of undocumented Afghan migrants in her groundbreaking work. She shares her fieldwork experiences, following families from Iran to Europe, and reveals the intricate economic and social dynamics at play, including trust networks and camp economies. Pool discusses how money influences decisions, relationships, and the risks involved in crossing borders, weaving a complex narrative of resilience amidst adversity.