Patrick Winn

In this engaging discussion, Patrick Winn, author of "Narcotopia," sheds light on Wa State, a unique self-sufficient narco-nation in Myanmar. He reveals how the region has managed to operate independently from the CIA and its neighbors, defying expectations. Winn explains the political significance of naming conventions in Myanmar and traces the evolution of Wa State from a simple drug cartel to a formidable sovereign entity. He delves into the unexpected stability of life there amidst chaos, and the global implications of its thriving narcotics economy.