Timothy Cho
North Korean defector who recounts his imprisonment, escape attempts and the pact he made with God; now a human rights advocate working with UK parliamentarians.
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May 6, 2025 • 1h 34min
31 - Escaping North Korea... Twice. Timothy Cho's Story of Survival and Faith
Timothy Cho, a North Korean defector and human rights advocate, shares his gripping survival story. He recounts his harrowing childhood filled with indoctrination and public executions, and his courageous escape attempts, including his experiences in a Chinese prison. Central to his narrative is the theme of faith and how encountering Christians transformed his life. Cho emphasizes the resilience of those still trapped in oppression, highlighting the importance of telling these stories to foster awareness and inspire hope.
Oct 24, 2025 • 26min
The right thing: A deal with God
Timothy Cho, a North Korean defector and human rights advocate, shares his harrowing story of escape and faith. Abandoned by his parents at nine, he faced a life of poverty and desperation which led him to attempt flight at 17. Captured twice, his time in North Korean prison was filled with trauma until a South Korean gangster taught him to pray. He made a life-changing deal with God for freedom, eventually resettling in Britain, where he now advocates for human rights while reflecting on faith and forgiveness.
