Yeonmi Park: While Time Remains

North Korean defector Yeonmi Park joins Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas to discuss her latest book WHILE TIME REMAINS. In this uniquely sobering SITC interview, Ms. Park details her early years: foraging for plants and eating bugs to stay alive in "Socialist Paradise," her family's involvement in the black market, escaping to China and being sold into slavery, and seeking freedom in South Korea by way of the Gobi Desert. The conversation then moves to Yeonmi's time studying at Columbia University in New York City. With insight from her time spent in a dictatorship filled with indoctrination, censorship, and mob rule, Park speaks to the current American landscape.
The interview took place on March 30th, 2023 - 16 years to the day of her escape from North Korea in 2007 - at the Union League Club in New York City.
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[@ChristiD75]

As a former refugee who escaped a communist regime. I understand her struggles, her pain, her experience. My family and I have been there and we love America. Please people don’t give up your God human rights to the government. You will regret it.

[@aramatoulayedabo3438]

O mi my 7

[@sadhu7191]

I juat gave then my rights this morning nd they won't email me back

[@miguelcunanan9855]

I am so happy for you and your family!

[@andreavanda5402]

My family too escaped communism. The current globalist agenda is attempting to bring North Korea to the rest of the world via the "New World Order" or new communism aka the Stalinist regime. Americans need to wake up because it is on our doorstep.

[@frederickgramcko5758]

Like she said, she read George Orwell. Sadly, we are living in a 1984, & ALDOUS HUXLEY'S BRAVE NEW WORLD, right now. Newspeak, the war in Urasia , er the Ukraine, is going well. 100's of children were incinerated, er kidnapped, in the Hawaiian fire. Have we got some meds for you to take, er forced to take. They steal 90% of the money we give them in taxes, er extorted. All the elections are fair, er rigged, because we don't use paper ballots & we're not allowed to see them all counted. Ect, ect... but shhhh! don't dare say anything less you get canceled, loose your job, have you bank account frozen, or be convicted of a crime you didn't do, and get 30 years, because we want to male an example out of you. . . So, shhhhh.

[@2001littledragon]

I have listened to her story numerous times. But still every time I listen to it I can’t help crying. What an amazing person she is. God bless you, Yeonmi! Your brave soul will give strength and courage to many of us who really love this country.

[@reFocusZone]

👍…Same here. (and the naive commenters/bots who keep criticizing NoKo defectors like Yeonmi for possibly embellishing their own experiences are entirely missing the point of WHY they are risking their lives by speaking out and working so hard to increase awareness about the TRUELY hellish living conditions and human rights abuses occurring every day in NK)

[@tweedy4sg]

She's a fake. Her stories are bogus. I can't believe how some people can't see thourgh that.

[@debbie2837]

I just finished her 1st bk. An easy read-she’s a talented author! So shocking all she went thro at such an early age & then more shocking at all she has accomplished after! Waiting to read the her 2nd bk.

[@smcqueen2801]

I said the exact same thing. I ball my eyes out every time I hear her speak

[@aliceau8909]

😊😊

[@Yourmomonthego]

My kids told me a lot about this brave lady and I feel absolutely blessed to have stumbled into this interview. Powerful and inspiring. May she be protected by the highest power of the Lord

[@dawnstanley1733]

Did they learn it in school or are they grown? Just curious. I would love them to teach this in school.

[@nita8249]

May she be protected for sure. Because her life is in danger for talking about North Korea like this.

[@gardenladyjimenez1257]

Amazing! Survivor of North Korea, China...and Columbia University. No joke. Thanks, Ms. Park, for your testimony and your gentle-strong wisdom.

[@Roobah]

She definitely moved up the communist totem pole. That kind if experience provides excellent life perspectives.

[@ajrimmer7231]

And the easy way she twists the truth in countless ways shows how she can be manipulated by the the misinformation cabal and their minions like Joe Rogan. She's a perfect match for the disinformation ecosystem that controls a large portion of the population. A "free" version of the North Korean model.

[@judymarshall9635]

I heard Yeonmi's story 2 years ago in an interview and it blew me away. Thank you for this update and may God continue to bless her and may her voice be heard! America, WAKE UP!

[@evelyncase681]

I followed her from day 1. There are other defectors I have heard on her podcast.

[@SisTarra7]

This is coming to America.

[@KeithCindyPanama]

Was it on Tim Pool ?? Very graphic:

[@Skyloche]

Not just the states but the western world

[@dyawr]

​@@KeithCindyPanama Tim Pool interviewed Yeonmi Park?

[@GenXgirl969]

Americans would be wise to heed the message of this extraordinarily brave woman. God bless her for having the courage to share her story.

[@christinedowd1820]

After the pandemic, the border was closed so there was no food or goods coming from China, so now everyone is starving especially after the recent floods. Shame on the CCP. The DPRK can not exist without support from the CCP. The Chinese cause all this death and suffering in North Korea. If there is no CCP, then NK can become part of ROK and be free.

[@aqui7744]

my children and I came across her book in the library. We read it and went back to the library for more books on defectors and North Korea. My children are absolutely fascinated by it and have been learning more and more about North and South Korea and their cultures. The more you learn the more you want to learn because it’s absolutely fascinating. Hard to believe the amount of real suffering going on in so many places in the world while Americans spend so much time complaining about so many trivial things.

[@johnrakthai]

What an awesome parent!! Homeschool?

[@reginamemoriesforever-vc8ql]

May your kids never be infected with the disease demented ideology of left, socialism and communism.

[@sharonbaker2775]

I think that Yeonmi’s book should be mandatory reading in all schools in America so people who were born in “One Nation under God” are aware of how privileged and blessed we really are. Her life-story is captivating.

[@pneron2032]

If it was mandatory, it would have the opposite effect.

[@RolandKhoo-e7i]

Corrupt muslim marxist Insane Obummer wants to fundamentally change America into a marxist state so he and his Undemocratic Party cronies can cling to power forever and enrich themselves like all corrupt satanic communist marxist dictators. He is still destroying America through his Puppet Joe.

[@iche9373]

Exactly, just come to America, get the US Citizenship and then start a Cultural Clash (against diversity and progressives), which is basically the gateway drug into right-wing populism. The US LIBERAL Democracy must be happy to have that cynical right-winger from North Korea. And even Tony Montana from Scarface couldnt have done it better. Say Hello to my Little Friend!

[@dothedewinme]

That might make kids learn about the reality of communism. You think the state wants that?

[@marvinangel8832]

​@@dothedewinmedepends wich party...

[@margueritelosinski3021]

This is incredible! Everyone in America needs to hear this message.

[@raskolnikov1461]

why?

[@tatjanaarandelovic9555]

​@@raskolnikov1461 because of people like you x

[@raskolnikov1461]

@@tatjanaarandelovic9555 you must be 15 or something. You don’t know others and people are free not to respect clowns and pimps. So don’t twist reality

[@user-ch4ex3yy4l]

@@tatjanaarandelovic9555 Great answer!

[@christinedowd1820]

FBI not protecting this woman is completely criminal. Defend the FBI and start a new FBI without these lefties who won't do their job.

[@otjayultra_b]

This Video deserves a billion views.

[@awakeatdawnrae6456]

AMEN!

[@copaqz]

hope she gets the billion views she deserves !!

[@reginamemoriesforever-vc8ql]

Yeon Mi is so brave, so intelligent, so courageous, so kind, so articulate, so funny, so sweet… she is so incredibly blessed! What a true example to all of us! May God bless her and keep her always!

[@bfizzle81]

Absolutely mind blowing! Thank you for sharing this story and your courage! "How do you fight to be free, if you dont know your a slave" WOW

[@RurallyRetreated]

Huge respect for Ms. Park. God Bless you!

[@tmoney9799]

For all you people who think you have it bad, listen to this amazing human being. So for all who want everything for free, be grateful for living in a great country. This woman is a superhero for surviving along with her family.

[@wallyreyes8876]

The democrats are exactly like those who followed all other atheist Marxist democratic socialist in history. Obama', Hitler, Stalin, Mao, Castro, Biden,the Clintons, Pol Pot, Hugo Chavez,the leaders of North Korea and many others are all carbon copies of each other. Power ,control and money is the opium of the atheist Marxist democratic socialist of the world throughout history. It's why gulag archipelago is not required reading and study in the American democrat controlled schools,it would of exposed this fact. Its

[@andreavanda5402]

Yes, but her main message is that the North Korean style communist agenda is coming to the US and every country in the world via the Globalist New World Order (Agenda 2025 and Agenda 2030).

[@joanmounteer335]

Thank you, Eric Metaxas for inviting courageous brave woman to speak. Thank you Yeonmi Park.

[@wumaofiftycent-eq3bf]

He is no more welcome in china

[@warrior4him2.07]

​@@wumaofiftycent-eq3bfThat's better.

[@lukesalazar9283]

Thank you for covering this

[@pl7929]

So much of respect for this young lady after all that suffering she went for an education GOD BLESS HER

[@jennym268]

Wow! Amazing interview with a truly inspiring woman. Americans can learn so much from her. Thank you God for saving her life. She is truly a special soul.

[@Sara-cb6fb]

I too am a native Chicagoan and absolutely disgusted, ashamed and terrified at what happened to Yeonmi in Chicago. Your a very special person Yeonmi Park. I can't wait to buy your books.

[@prettysavage87]

What she's saying about the wokeness in this country is true and disturbing. Keep spreading your message, 연미!

[@christinedowd1820]

Now we have birds and mice in the USA in everyone's workplace. Speak Up everyone before the birds and mice prevail.

[@SiberSleuths]

Americans are so bad but she fought to come here? Make it make sense.

[@MsShingstar]

@@SiberSleuths there’s a difference between America and Americans…. she didn’t come for us, she came for the country

[@SiberSleuths]

@@MsShingstar who do you think made and runs this country😂

[@heleneallen9607]

Well, the left wing media SAYS it was black people all by themselves who "built this country." OR "this country was built on the backs of black slaves." So blame THEM if you don't like it. 😊

[@MundanaEss-Haghabadi]

This is the most haunting interview it stays with you long after. I think everyone around the world needs to watch this video

[@nicolenalewajski2015]

I cry every time I hear her story. Thank God she is a voice for North Korea 200 escaped out of 25 million. She is a miracle and will continue to do miracle work for the people of North Korea.

[@dee5331]

Yeonmi is one of the most inspirational women of our time! Thank you so much, Yeonmi! ❤🤍💙

[@LOKDOWNKING]

Not just of OUR TIME. I'd argue of ALL TIME

[@danielnicholson9491]

Yeonmi you are such a beautiful soul a survivor a voice against the horrific atrocities you witnessed and endured . You are a true hero and the bravest person I have ever seen in my lifetime I'm 59 and you are just the epitome of class thank you dear lady for your voice you are more admired than you will ever know . God bless you Miss Yeonmi Park !

[@Truth.is.Unspoken]

As long are voices like yours YP speaking out loud the world is saved.. As a man I bow to you! 🙏🔥🙏

[@Oo-lf1mu]

Now that the pandemic is over she is going full force to get the word out…. This is the 3rd interview in a month I have seen of hers.

[@catherinegrace2366]

I’ve been watching her videos for 2 days and PRAYING!

[@nancygorman]

I’ve been seeing them too. She’s doing a great job.

[@kongsumlau1721]

She made up stories, did you see by your own eyes?😅😂

[@Oo-lf1mu]

@@kongsumlau1721 so North Korea is safe and the people are healthy and happy ???

[@andreavanda5402]

@@kongsumlau1721 Really!? And your proof is what?

[@angelas888]

I agree that her books should be a mandatory read. We have so much to learn from her❤

[@AviViljoen]

You want to dictate what people should read?

[@Reince-b9g]

I’m excited to read her books… she loves reading and will be a great writer. And her sense of humor is spot on & infectious. Thank you Lord Jesus for rescuing Younmi and bringing her to Us, Good Lord 🙏🥳🥳🥳

[@Serguil]

Thank you. Christ bless you Ms. Park

[@dpbeardslee]

That was a truly great interview. Sobering, infuriating, and inspirational.

[@chumchanbenibeni580]

I am so moved as I listened to her. And I salute you! God has a special purpose for your life sister.

[@crashingtiger]

Yeonmi has a warrior spirit. Thank you Yeonmi for your perseverance and commitment to humanity.

[@pammyciew]

Thank you, Miss Yeonmi, for your courage to stand for truth. God bless you and every endeavor.

[@Lerian_V]

I have listened to her tell this story a lot, but this ranks highest amongst her best interviews. I hope to meet this powerful lady when I come to America someday.

[@flparkermdpc]

Hope you do get to America. But just hearing what she says, You have come to the concept of America.

[@Lerian_V]

@flparkermdpc Thank you. I'm working towards it, although I don't have money to do what's required. I'm currently out of job.

[@jmc6952]

She's incredible.. thank you for sharing your story to the world...

[@nelliehyder2658]

This video is extremely interesting. Yeonmi Park is an incredible person. She is a true survivor. You are absolutely correct Mr. Metaxas, the books should be mandatory for all school students to read. It should be a part of their curriculum. Thank you for sharing. You are a wonderful host. 😊😊

[@margueritelosinski3021]

I read her Ms Park’s first book. It is an important book to read. I highly recommended it.

[@zxyatiywariii8]

Yes! More people need to read her book.

[@MalloryKnox-gh7ux]

This is amazing. Everyone needs to share this. I'm completely blown away! Girl, you give me hope. You give me strength. And my heart goes out to you... and all that your family has gone through. May you find peace, happiness, and some much deserved rest!!

[@reganwalker8858]

Great job, Eric. Thanks for bringing Yeonmi's story to us. It's moving and powerful and is a warning to Americans.

[@taylorjlee]

An incredible story of courage, resilience, and hope from an intelligent young woman. This interview made me cry!

[@donutbruiners2918]

i saw her first short story on tik tok and had to find the full one, which i sat thru .... watched ..... cried ..... and watched more and cried more, she survived definitely to tell her story, world as a whole needs to wake up and take note of the message she is telling

[@Bbycks1]

I love her honesty! She is such an amazing person and her message is so important! I’m so glad she’s speaking up! I have listened to several interviews and just got her book and can’t get enough!

[@michellemartinson4572]

I cannot get enough of her interviews

[@danielnicholson9491]

I agree she is amazing a true inspiration I'm 59 and she is the first person that i consider my hero ! God bless Yeonmi Park.

[@catholiclife9304]

I think we need to pay attention because of the interference with the Bidens and CCP and other communist countries... God bless this young lady and may the rest of her life be blessed.

[@genevievedavis6530]

Same here it makes me to realize how blessed and loved I was

[@cienfu_egos]

Yeah she's hilarious Like how do you come with this stuff Its even more hilarious how conservatives use her to push propaganda

[@whitebird803]

@@cienfu_egosMaybe you should actually listen to what she is warning us about instead of gaslighting her message.

[@PrasantCroissant]

I was waiting for the standing ovation. Glad she got it in the end ❤

[@flparkermdpc]

And nobody interrupted her whilst she spoke. Respect!

[@cherrymendoza6633]

been watching these numerous times, actually im in awe with Yeonmi park and her resiliency and wisdom, we need her in this times

[@lashellsolis6443]

❤your testimony is powerful. Thank you for being so brave may God continue to protect and use you!!! Thank you for sharing this with the world! Keep shining your light!

[@jamiemiesler322]

I read her first book. I wasn’t aware she had another book? Everyone needs to hear her story & her opinion on what’s wrong with America today. I agree with her. I’m dying to give her some powder. The lights are probably so hot. Absolutely beautiful woman inside & out. Her mother came on her KZbin channel & she is so sweet🥰

[@teekolinski491]

I think she has some type of skin oil on her face to keep it hydrated. Korean skin-care is top tier & in South Korea, women love the "glass skin" look

[@avantibev7759]

As a Chicago native, I am ashamed of what you went through. I too am fed up & looking to leave my city, but where can I run? I am heartened by your message that NOW is the time to push back. God bless you.

[@awakeatdawnrae6456]

I'm sure that this is easier said than done but DON'T LEAVE be the change that beautiful historic City needs to remind it, that it IS a great American city! One day that will be said about EVERY American city and that day is not too far off!

[@wendyannh]

What happened to her in Chicago? I have not been following her.

[@NewsJimNow]

Appreciate SITC. Thanks for each of these episodes.

[@galas455]

You are amazing Yeonmi, please keep talking about the atrocities that exist in N.K. You did a very good job conducting this interview.

[@julianshalders6047]

She is sending a message how America is changing politically and to be careful of the future 😊

[@KapuaKuheana]

Wowowow thank you for making this available to us for FREE sir. This was incredible. Would love to be in person for an event like this xxx

[@szyl8595]

Thank you so so much. This was fascinating. This young woman is a true hero!!

[@macypalps7717]

So true on America being the hope for the world. As an immigrant, i can attest to that. I salute Ms. Park for her advocacy. My family, esp my father, is also fighting communism in the Philippines in our own little ways.

[@RubeeDtimebot000]

So much thanks to Yeonmi for speaking to so many Americans about the terrible changes, even in our traditional universities. And bless the audiences who listen and learn!

[@christinedowd1820]

Before they publicly execute you in NK, they fill your mouth with rocks so that you can not cry out in protest before you die. Your own family is forced to watch your execution.

[@flparkermdpc]

Amen.

[@rayquinton6450]

My God. It is so hard to even begin to imagine this. It is more than heartbreaking, it is soul destroying. One cannot help but respect(that diesnt express it really) this amazing woman.

[@Adamscott526]

Her appearance on Joe Rohan’s podcast is the best I’ve ever heard. Give it a listen.

[@rebeccaradbourne5651]

Ive been following yeonmi for a while now, people need too listen too her message and heed the warnings of north korea.

[@lucialovecraft]

What a strong and courageous lady ❤ I’m definitely going to pick up her books ❤

[@rail_bender5205]

She is an extremely intellegent individual. Her tynasity is what makes people successful. In other words, she has "guts."

[@tertersha8796]

*tenacity

[@flparkermdpc]

No. HER tenacity is her own. It's an attitude you can borrow once you've seen It in action. And spelled çòrrectly. You go, Girl!

[@leahyo2451]

I think the first time I heard Yeonmi’s story was on her own channel where she laid out her whole story, no interviewer, just her starting from the beginning and finishing at her present. It was horrifying. I sobbed and “what the f+€£”-ed. Since then, every time I’ve heard her speak, I tear up with gratitude that she continues to tell her story with all the emotion, the horror, the shame, the determination, and the victory. God bless and keep her.

[@Joiehollidae]

I want to see that video, do you have the link?

[@flparkermdpc]

He is. He got her to where she is right now. Telling the world, and especially to us whining Americans.

[@Pupsaremyheart101]

This Woman is a Warrior! She is amazing!

[@johnmcgrath6466]

I have been following her for years. She is a strong and amazing person. American Needs to listen to people like her.

[@jewelfusion4926]

Immediately I ordered her book. Insightful interview indeed.

[@illavila]

After this morning... I needed this reality check. #perspective

[@chadholbrook2574]

Amazing! Thanks for interviewing Yeonmi Park. What a fantastic and amazing person.

[@adamsmith-wi3qg]

Daily Wire needs to make that movie. Jeremy has said they have been mainly doing woman-centric films bc those are the best scripts they've seen. How is this not an ultimate important film to make right now. Just bought Yeonmi's first book.

[@kurarisusa]

They should crowd fund it. I’d pay to have this movie made.

[@Lerian_V]

Yes, they should.

[@adamsmith-wi3qg]

@@kurarisusa my wife and I would instantly pay into that endeavor, I hope people keep supporting the true rockstars of our time

[@dawnmorgan6249]

Thank you so much!!!!! 🙏🏼👏👏🥰✝️👏👏 I loved your candor and grace in speaking about your experiences with darkness and deception! Thank you for your willingness to speak truth and walk in the light; influencing others to wake up and join you in understanding things “behind the curtain” and influence those we can. God help us!!

[@dragonhold4]

The intersectionality doctrine says to revel in victimhood no matter how trite. Yeonmi Park is exceptional because even through her true adversity, she still delivers a message of hope.

[@francoistombe]

Wallowing in victimhood is a luxury afforded to folks having their way paid by the state of by parents. Having to support yourself requires independent thinking and responsibility and that is dangerous to dictatorships and ideologies.

[@dragonhold4]

@@francoistombe Just to add, this mentality can plague the rich as well-people who can afford to distance themselves far from reality, but have the level of narcissism to believe they must lecture down to others.

[@rosep8481]

@@francoistombedictators gain power by appealing to a sect of societys feelings of victimization and then promise “I alone can fix it”

[@joycepeterson628]

Excellent interview! One of your best, Eric!

[@susanboccia6919]

Thank you for posting the Socrates in the City discussions

[@savingday]

May Ms. Park and her family stay safe always ❤

[@jtBlessthisMess]

Words are just inadequate to describe the beautiful impact this woman has made and will make in this world! She has certainly made a huge impact on my life and I'm forever grateful! Thank you so much Yeonmi for your testimony and resilience!

[@SebuhHonarchian]

Great interview. first time hearing about this amazing lady.

[@RobManfred-gk4fw]

WOW, simply amazing. Her story is so important to know. I will be getting both of her books. Thank you for doing this interview. Thank you for sharing her life. Thank you for giving her a voice. She is truly an amazing, wonderful lady. And yes, our beautiful country is dying from within. I look forward to seeing her other interviews.

[@trishjohnson5772]

😢 this breaks my heart and changes my whole life I will no longer be tolerated. Jesus bless this young lady and help me to get the truth out in your precious name I pray. Thank you Jesus.😭🙏🏼

[@catherinegrace2366]

Right? I’m with you. Her testimonies and witness have changed my life as well. I’m posting her interviews on Twitter.

[@doribellan]

I absolutely love her. I’ve listened to Yeonmi’s story multiple times and am so excited and honored to hear it again. What a wonderful, strong, wise woman.

[@yeticoncon5136]

Amazing woman her books are a must read

[@KatF44]

Wow! No words to describe how impactful this interview was. Buying her books right now.

[@Jesusdaughter59]

I salute you Yeonmi for pressing the word of your testimony and story of evils committed in north Korea (even when you losing voice🙌🤍) and also trying to press alarm on the dangers of woke ideologies. Scary. I love listening to your interviews and can't wait to get your book.❤ God bless you. You are truly living out God's plan for your life.

[@chriseren2819]

You are an amazing brave resilient human being. May God Bless you!!🥰

[@kris.v0513]

So many parts of this interview were a call to action and deeply inspiring. To hear that in the midst of her struggle for true freedom, someone guided her to Christ and she said ‘yes’, and the only thing that was asked of her was to believe and have faith in Him. God covered her on that journey through the Mongolian frozen desert and He hasn’t left her since. Thank you Ms. Park for sharing your powerful testimony and warning the American public on the direction the culture of this country is headed.

[@aoifebooth4273]

I'm so glad I came across this. Thank you for sharing your story ❤

[@candicechruscial8885]

Phenomenal …great interview! Thank you for this wisdom

[@karenshaffer1265]

I've heard before.she is special and a survivor.we should not complsin.about anything.

[@MiltGonzalez]

Humbling... utterly speechless.

[@TMG2rfj]

Yeonmi’s a true hero-deeply appreciate her courage and insights…

[@Luchamom]

She is an amazing young woman who has endured such hell in North Korea ! May God bless and protect her always and forever !

[@alexlipscomb8314]

She has the qualities of the Saints. Thank you Yeonmi ❤️❤️✝️✝️

[@orangesweetness]

This woman is strong, resilient, smart and beautiful. She has been through so much and still has the ability to be positive. I’m grateful to have heard her story. I’m going to purchase her books. She can help so many by sharing her life experiences. I hope she lives a long, happy and fulfilling life!

[@bushveldkid7640]

What a brilliant and powerful young speaker!

[@TheTruthMattersTheLastSt-nu9xv]

As a South Korean conservative 1:22:02 , I approved her message. " it's pushback time " in the name of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

[@flparkermdpc]

Are you originally South Korean? You can kinda tell the North Korean attitude in your language. In America we don't need approval of messages to be expressed. That's one of Ms Park's points.

[@valerieavellanet5204]

What an inspiration. She is a remarkable survivor. How dare we let this country, the best country the world go down this horrible road. I admire her bravery and her gratitude to be in THIS country, but she hasn't stopped there, she is trying to make us understand that what she went through IS happening here. We ignore her at our own peril. God bless and protect her.

[@andreavanda5402]

You got it! She is warning the world, but unfortunately I think it went over most people's heads. They just don't get the evil that's going on around us at this very moment. 😪

[@ryanfernando7033]

Without me noticing,my tears starts to drop in my eyes while watching this video and listening to her,what a tragic this is ...I'm so happy for her being able to survive through all that,I can't even imagine being in her shoes and I'm a men,I don't know what to say, I'm just so happy for her and sad at the same time because of what she has gone through and I hope that has the perfect life right now!

[@lesliepawelczyk4502]

It's amazing how mankind and be so evil, but this beautiful woman overcame and she is a true light in a dark world. Never stop sharing your story Yeonmi. You make us realize that there is true suffering in this world, and we must fight to keep the freedom we have in America for future generations.

[@myrna3882]

She is very intelligent no doubt. Someone who is not born American and able to speak English fluently? But what is amazing is her concepts and understanding of things, of issues concerning about everything about life. Incredible mind, almost a genius. She should be in the politic to shame those who are in power but cannot see what injustices is

[@andreavanda5402]

Those in charge are in on it! They want to bring North Korea to the rest of the world. Most people are totally asleep and can't see the very strong globalist communist New World Order agenda going on throughout the world right now including in America, for example Agenda 2025 and Agenda 2030. People are very easily mislead and fooled.

[@jglow8337]

Brilliant interview. She's a special refugee. Such poise.

[@pailig]

What a brave woman, God bless and protect her for very long time….😊🙏🙏❤️

[@originalbukatv]

Truly an amazingly resilient person. My problems seem so small and petty compared to her hardships. She makes me glad to know no matter how bad my circumstances may get they are not that serious. Thank you, Yeonmi Park, for your story. 🧡🧡

[@Gabriel-xr1df]

You know that it's serious when Eric stops cracking jokes.... What a story, what a courageous woman! May God bless her!

[@GC-wt4fl]

Beautiful conversation!!

[@AshleyGodinVasquez]

“How do you fight to be free if you don’t know you’re a slave”. That line really hit me. 1:19:35