Yeonmi Park - Escaping the Horrors of North Korea & the Kim Dynasty | SRS #54
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- Yeonmi Park is an activist and author who fled to the United States after being a victim of sex trafficking. Park recounts her oppressive childhood in North Korea, starved and without electricity. She remembers how the lights of neighboring countries gave her hope for a better life. She spares no detail when explaining what a society under a ruthless dictator, mass killings, and delusional propaganda looks like.
Yeonmi takes us through her harrowing journey being smuggled out of North Korea only to meet a new terrifying reality - the Chinese sex trafficking trade. Park speaks frankly about the realities of survival in captivity and the pain she carries with her still today. We wrap up with her rescue by missionaries and her first brush with freedom in Times Square. Yeonmi illuminates some hard truths and warns of the signs of communism seeping into the United States.
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00:00 - Introduction
04:46 - Upbringing
08:51 - You can own nothing
15:07 - Research to make dictator live forever
17:02 - Public executions
21:41 - Religious now
25:37 - Food shortages
32:11 - The Kim’s copied the bible
33:47 - How do you keep cult thoughts at bay?
37:29 - TV in North Korea
41:18 - Phases of starvation
45:19 - Making people criticize each other
56:39 - Trafficked into China
59:18 - “North Koreans are bizarrely innocent people”
1:02:30 - Woman trafficking her trafficked her own daughters
1:04:06 - Trying to find her mother
1:07:59 - China buying North Korean Children for organs
1:08:14 - Trafficking
1:16:31 - Seeing home for the last time
1:19:59 - How does Yeonmi handle these bad memories?
1:24:31 - Reunited with her mother
1:28:22 - More horrors of being trafficked
1:30:21 - Conserving water
1:32:07 - Yeonmi’s father dies
1:35:15 - Escaping a murderer
1:42:30 - Saved by missionaries
1:47:55 - “I always wanted to be a mother”
1:58:29 - American compassion
2:01:00 - Having gratitude
2:10:28 - Learning to date
2:14:15 - United States adopting North Korean tactics
2:22:31 - Pandemic logic
2:29:37 - If North Koreans had guns - 2A
Thank you so much for all your heartfelt support everyone ❤
You are amazing. True inspiration
Yeonmi, I’m so sorry you’ve had to endure all of that. Many are more blessed than they know.
Forever welcome. Thank you for giving a younger west an insight into what a totalitarian world can look like. They argue about so many smaller things but the bigger issues are so much more important. Hope they're listening to this :)
If I survived it in person, of course I can survive the memory of it.
We love you
Profound quote from Yeonmi "If I survived it in real life of course I can survive the memory of it." I love her.
I literally wrote that part down.. Great Quote !!
That's an empowering quote, really hits home. 😢😢 Thank you for highlighting it.
Too bad she lied
@@ebbss4curious as to what makes you say that?
@@N2Mtns2 this girl is known to be a grifter. She apparently was never poor, or as poor a she claims. Even her own mother came out and said she was lying. And let’s be honest, half of this stuff isn’t believable. Her stories and timelines aren’t always consistent as well
It blows my mind how the world will let a country like that even exist.
We invaded a country and slaughtered civilians in order to save Jews at one time. I don't understand why NK is allowed to continue this monstrous behavior.
I believe we/nato would have done something to the regime by now… BUT, they have nukes now which changes everything. I wouldn’t be surprised if they bought them from China or Iran or another country like those. For sure they didn’t just develop them by themselves. It’s insane because I hate America having a hand in everything but this should have been stopped a long time ago. North Korean people deserve to live a life worth living.
@@jenniferlloyd9574china and russia
i believe it’s due to China and South Korea not wanting the millions of refugees that will come out of North Korea. also although it definitely wouldn’t be hard to take down North Korea, China will also keep them afloat because they don’t want American troops on their border. If North Korea falls then they will probably merge into South Korea and we have troops stationed in South Korea.
It doesn't exist! 80% of what she is saing is pure BS, but pays quite well.
Such horrors that men perpetuate upon men. This lady is a hero and her story should be heard in schools, colleges, churches.. May God bless her and keep her safe.
I just sat here in my room for 2 hours and heard this woman's story & literally came out of this room a changed human being! She opened my "spoiled brat american eyes" and now I see my life situation that I'm going through now as not really a situation. I have a roof over my head, food in my stomach and most importantly FREEDOM. This woman just changed my mindset 100%!!! Incredible just incredible.
Welcome home.
I completely agree. Yeonmi Park is an incredible human being. Thank you Shawn for bringing out so many new details of Yeonmi’s life. I have listened to her story on a number of podcasts and you were still able to bring out new details from Yeonmi. This was a really great podcast! Thank you Yeonmi and Shawn !!
Congratulations on being awakened to true reality. Help us wake up others now that you are aware. Now that you aren't blinded by lies, you will start seeing potential and opportunities everywhere! Enjoy your new perspective and fly wherever you choose-no one can hold you back if you don't allow it;)
Stfu ya so corny
I literally think about this stuff anytime I catch myself complaining about my situation. “Work is too hard today” Well I could be worked to death in a prison camp without even knowing the reason I’m there. “My apartment sucks” Sure it’s not the nicest, but at least it’s clean, and safe, and I have food and water. “I don’t make enough money” I heard that North Koreans make like a dollar a week, or maybe a dollar a month. So yeah $100 a day isn’t really too bad actually
Why isnt she getting woman of the year awards? She needs to, she is so inspirational and shows you can overcome anything, but with immense sacrifice.
Instead we got Catlin jenner
because she's a REAL WOMAN...something the LIBRULS wouldn't know even if a biologist explained it to 'em
Because they are giving the award to men. It’s a disgrace
Because largely the things she's saying are lies. Look into it. I'm serious, Google some of the things she says to find out for yourself that she is just BSing you. Not everything obviously, but a lot of what she says isn't true.
What parts are they?
"If I survived the Experiences of Course I can Survive the Memory of it. "
Yeomin Park
Gratitude for your Presence and Our FREEDOM.
This woman needs to speak at every university and corporation in America. I am profoundly moved by this interview. I was enlightened and enriched throughout the entirety of this incredible interview. Thank you Shawn for making it happen. And thank you Yeomi for sharing your heart and strength with us. I am a better person just by hearing it.
I agree. However, as I'm sure you know, a lot of Americans don't care about her story. I absolutely do. I got to travel in my younger days and she is absolutely telling the truth. However, if things aren't a bother to most people, they don't really care about them. It's sad.
@@user-zm6yh3ux7l indeed. One of our blessings is also a curse. We are comfortable here. And change doesn’t come from comfort. True change comes from intolerable pain. And our rights are slowly being erased in our comfort. All by design of course. You can steal all the honey from the bees without getting stung if you don’t disturb them.
She has overcome literal evil and still one of the most engaging, beautiful people on the planet and if America can't learn from this lady's story then we are doomed..
She’s a prime example of not self victimizing. Incredible story of resilience.
Americans haven't learned from sex trafficking decades ago, They are not going to learn now
@@ShawnRyanShow she never even experienced NK her own MOTHEE said this. Lol her entire story is a mocking bird lie. She’s an South Korean actress, it’s 2023 and none of you do research? Seriously LMAO
@@roblav23 dude her mom said this 10 years ago on a South Korean game show for NK defectors 😂😂 NK DIDNT force her to say anything 😂 she wasn’t even in NK in her timelines of her stories. It’s literally a lie you can watch the videos on it and articles.this girl is a South Korean actress! 😂
No she is a liar who either got paid by some agency or wanted to have some extra attention because she contradicted herself many times and says some ridiculous and wrong stuff.
“I survived this in life, of course I can survive the memory of it” such an iconic, inspirational quote. Took me 24 hours to make it through this interview because of the emotion, but I can honestly say, this interview has changed my life
except she's lying about almost all of her stories. You can fact check this. She has RADICALLY contradicted herself on many occasions. Western people just love to be told they're lucky or that they live the best life on earth, which is complete bs. That's why you people believe crap like this and get easily emotional without even verifying the slightest information that's brought to you by shameless people who only care for clicks.
@JUMP4 JOY idk if it changes ppls lives but it’s definitely an eye opener for a lot of us especially people born in the u.s
2.00.19 min
One of the most empowering things I've ever heard. She may not realize just how important she is, as an American we need her, as humans, we need her to keep fighting the fight against Communism that has infected literally everything as this point.
@JUMP4 JOY I believe them. Some people can take meaningful ideas and allow them to change their lives. Not everyone is set in their ways
I am a human trafficking survivor, and watching you tell your story is inspiring. It's definitely a message being delivered from God, because the impact you just had on me was profound. Thank you for having the courage to share your story, bring light to the darkness, and give a voice to the voiceless. I'm so incredibly grateful this interview was put in my path today. Thank you Shawn for your ability to actively listen, and your ability to create a safe space for not only her to share her story, but for your listeners who have complex trauma and know they are in a safe space to feel vulnerable and be able to listen to this. Thank you 🙏🙏🙏
How did you get taken?
I’m so proud of you. From one strong Lady to another. Keep moving forward Lil Sister. 🙏🏼🌹
If the message is being delivered from God then all of the horrible atrocities that she suffered were also delivered from God. Maybe think about what you’re saying before you say something so thoughtless.
You can tell its a message from God because of all those attacking her.
Amen❤. czcams.com/users/shortsyjriJ9lV64c?si=f1dWY68KCvlyQPyo
I consider my self a tough guy but this woman brought tears to my eyes.
Same here
I think everyone considers themselves as tough..
Tim Dillons bit on her had me 💀
I’m not tough, I cried all the way through 🙃
After listening to this young ladies stories about her life, my problems past and present have become insignificant.
Same 🙌🏻
Yeah 😢
I look at it as finding strength in stronger people
Same
And it continues to happen. My heart goes out to these people, God bless them.
They are not insignificant, she was born into an unfair, extraordinary situation that accounts for .01 % of human experiences
Protect this woman at all costs.
I imagine this lady is very well protected especially after this interview with a navy seal veteran! Upmost respect👊
She’s a grifter who had to flee SK after defecting from NK because other defectors called her out for lying. She even lied about being infertile due to starvation….she has a child now lol
@@Group.B women of low body weight cant get pregnant and some will lose their periods. Not a common problem in the US given so many are the opposite
@@Group.B she may HAVE been infertile from starvation. Almost all disease can be cured by utilizing the correct nutrition. Of course the others would call her out! They don’t want to be seen as whistleblowers if they are caught and deported. It’s a life or death decision.
yeah that woman is a liar. Look it up before believing anything she says.
"If i can survive it in real life, then i can survive a memory of it." Well said.❤❤
Yeonmi is one of the strongest woman in this world. The evil atrocities she has experienced throughout her life are heartbreaking. People should listen to what she has to say - not only is she extremely knowledgeable, she knows what she’s talking about because she has lived it 1st hand. You are amazing Yeonmi ❤😢❤😢❤
They should show this interview in high schools / middle schools in the USA to inform the youth on how grateful they should be to have been born an American citizen
They are, I'm a highschooler and this interview is an assignment in civics class
No doubt every single day for the year kids need to know the lies there being told by there teachers and liberal parents who do not value even a unborn child communist life style is not something you think is good it’s bad satin God bless young lady stay safe and stay healthy
Amen!
in every free country xx
As well as showing those same youth, how they can be easily manipulated by their own government as well... yes, America is great, but it's taking quite the beating these days!
Breaks my heart to hear her say, “I don’t want to count.” She continued, “I’m not dirty. I don’t want my son to think I’m dirty.” As a courageous survivor, she thought some people would see her in that light. Believe me Ms. Park- you may just be the purest soul I’ve ever come across.
Yes a beautiful soul
God is holding you
Thank the host for testing the measure of " how often" this woman was raped, after she described everything in detail. The host should not have to visually reinact her being raped x amt of times in his mind. A decent intellect I beg to question.
Ikr, Shawn is great, but some of his questions are very insensitive. He doesn’t mean to be this way, he is trying to very sensitive and comforting, but I just don’t think he realizes some questions are too much.
😆🤣 As a Korean woman, i don't even know where to begin... lol. If Yeonmi paints S. Korean society edging towards Wokeville, don't believe it lol.
She thinks S. Koreans protesting to stop psychopaths from torturing helpless animals - eg., scalping cats, beating women who feed homeless cats to unconsciousness, illegally operating horrific dog meat farm - is flirting with Woke 🤦.
Woketards couldn't give a sh't about voiceless animals - true victims. As for Climate change, it was Nixon that started the Environmental... They wanted to preserve wild life & its habitat. Til she can come up better ways to clean up the all the filth... she should keep quiet.
This should be viral in America.
I went into this one expecting to hear horror stories from a victim. What I found was a warrior and a patriot. Keep fighting Yeonmi, and thank you Shawn.
A warrior and a patriot!!!! YES
Thank you J. G. We appreciate it! Thanks for joining us!!
Wdym a victim tho.. people who go through things like this ARE victims of it. And depression/mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of…
So true! Well said!
Anyone else just watch Shawn with Tucker? Tucker was saying how he would love to visit North Korea someday to experience the 'diversity' as if North Korea was some wonderful kind of real life amusement park. Shawn didn't say a DAMNED THING about the ABSOLUTE EVIL being done there on the daily. OBVIOUSLY SHAWN KNOWS BETTER - he's had Yeonmi on his show. His silence was SHAMEFUL. His tacit endorsement DESPICABLE! It is your duty to educate people about stuff like this Shawn. You're just like everyone else - a damned hypocrite! You actually gonna do something to help or you just gonna talk about it and buy yourself a new Rolex for Christmas?
I love how she is addressing the fact that everyone takes on the “victim roll” in America and expect special treatment. She is so strong!
LOL SHE IS CIA
She deserves more respect than trolls can muster. Love to force her story on some of these Spoiled people who think their life is hard.
@@shawnray6018lol please put forth your evidence 😂
She is beyond grateful for the life she has found and will probably always live in fear of having to live that life of her past again. Those who hate America should go knock on the door of her country and ask if they can move in.
@cjohnson1850 They don't have evidence, just spew empty words.
She is the strongest 💪 woman, person, HUMAN I have EVER come across!! Her endearing survival spirit is MIGHTY!!! We are all SO PROUD of her!! I am in awe and in tears of what she survived thru and continues to survive!!!!
"if I can survive it in real life I can survive the memory" felt that with tears
Yeonmi is a national treasure 🇺🇸
We need a Shawn Ryan and Mr Gunsngear collaboration. :)
Bless her heart. This country is a beacon for the oppressed. Too bad we don't get behind them most of the time.
Most of her story is a fraud.
Yes, ancient Koreans actually discovered America...the more you know. Eh? We are going to have to rewrite the history books. ty Yeonmi ,😆😁
Thanks.
“I survived this in life, of course I can survive the memory of it.” That is so empowering! I am going to make this my mantra, I’ve gone through shit but NOTHING compares to this. If you can go through this than I definitely can, and I am going to stop keeping quiet and start being loud again. Thank you for being absolutely amazing!
She's incredible!
she is talking shit. use your common sense. wtf
Its all she knew. think about abused children. They grit through thinking that must be the norm until the glipse the lives of others.
Yep I wrote that down as soon as she said it
She's amazing. It really puts into perspective the things we are winging about in the West.
Most of Sean’s interviews are with tough Special Ops guys with heroic stories. But Ms Park’s story is a different kind of heroic. This was the most powerful interview he has done. Her struggle and story is amazing!
We are all capable of being heroic….the question is, when SHTF in front of us, will we be?
She’s a fake. Do some research. Her own mother will confirm this.
I never realized how good I have it. I feel like I was living in the dark. Im so grateful she is so strong to speak the truth and show people like me that no matter how bad you have it. It could be so much worse.
This woman is incredible. Imagine surviving all of this terrible trauma and being able to speak about it.
Or even WANTING to talk about it?!
@@SubUrbanSF Very well stated. I know how hard it must have been but I’m glad that she was able to tell her story and expose the evil in the Korean regime. I am still amazed at her strength.
She can't count. 😢
@@lilwater3279 If you're referring to her age (saying 17 and 15) she's explained this already. N. Korea (and S. Korea) calculate age differently. If someone is born on Dec 31 the are 1 the day they are born. Then Jan 1st they would become 2. Using Western calendar as an example here too. This is why if there was an interview done in Kora and translated, her age would be different. The day someone is born, they are 1. Then at the beginning of the next calendar year, they become 2 - no matter how old they actually are. A baby could be 4 months old and be "2" in Korean age.
@mamsy1169 I meant the r count. He asked that awful question, and the pain is palpable. She was so young too! It makes me cry.
God bless you Yeonmi! Your resilience and bravery are truly inspiring. We are so glad to have you here with us.
Best interview I have ever heard. I love this strong woman and her story. We can learn a lot from her. God Bless us all.
This story is absolutely the most wild shit I have ever heard in my entire life.
Gave me, as an American, major major perspective into just how good we really do have it. My problems are nothing compared to the horrors she survived. It’s incredible. Thank you for sharing your story.
Made me think 🤔
We fight for oil
We fight for land
We’re a greedy nation, why not “take” north Korea and turn it back over to the population??
I’m sure our government can make a buck somewhere and we could at least help the Korean people
@@VeeTaperTemplar is the country greedy as a whole or has the government been expanded far beyond founders' intent resulting in an ever growing war machine? Average person just wants to be left the f alone
@@VeeTaperTemplar well, well-meaning America has tried that before. Take away rights from the government to give back to the people. We've actually tried it a few times, (think of the countries we've "occupied") but as soon as we step away, the vacuum gets filled by corruption even worse than before. We would have to permanently control the country.
We are getting their though so don't drop your gaurd or get too comfortable.
Probably because she’s literally making all of it up
The most badass thing ever said on the show. "If I survived this in real life I can certainly survive the memory". Just WoW!!!
When did she say that?
@@Swanselm Right at the 2:00:00 mark
Peak resilience
deeply profound 😔
I'm going to remember this forever, and teach my children it too.
I was in USAF at Osan AB for 2 years, We heard some stories about some of this, but to hear this from Yeonmi Park, North Korea is hell on earth! God bless you, Yeonmi Park and keep telling your story!
Best interview of Yeonmi I have heard. I know her son will be very proud of his mom, and he will be raised right.
My father is from Cuba. We endured the same horrors that yeonmi did. This interview was heartbreaking because it is our story also.
Quite a sad story of a North Korean survivor of communism.
We never seem to fully understand how good we have it under democratic capitalism!
We have rights,we vote in our leaders and we can vote them out.( I think it still works that way?)
North Korean Communism seems to be a brutally totalitarian society that controls it’s people beyond what the Chinese perpetrate.
Future major conflict with some Asian countries seems inevitable. North Korea first, then China--or ?
@@johnviverto North Korea can’t even feed its people. China is the one to be worried about. But our greatest enemy is within. The Post Modernist Neo-Marxist professors who brainwashed an entire generation of teachers who’ve in turn passed that same insidious ideology to our children. The media reaffirms it. The most privileged citizens in the world have been convinced they are oppressed and need to revolt. Nothing more dangerous than an idiot who believes they have the moral high ground.
I hope you and your father tell your story to everyone you can. Immigrants will be the voice of reason, as they have the perspective to see the truth.
@@williamflowers9435 unfortunately, we lost my dad in 2020 during COVID-19. He was a child soldier, political prisoner, refugee, sentenced do death by firing squad, American citizen, business owner, American, lover of liberty, amazing lover of liberty and a very flawed man who tried his best. Thank you
So sorry
"I'm not a baby anymore, I've been raped." Powerfully painful words to hear.
This woman is my new hero. Not a victim, not a coward, not willing to wallow in self-pity.
This is the most enlightening interview i have ever heard in my life.
To see her smile when you brought up being and coming to America still gives me chills..I've cried for this woman more then ever cried for myself... protect her at all cost🌹🌹❤️❤️
You are pure Yeonmi, you are not dirty. Those who wronged you are .
I sopped my eyes out when she said that she is the purest soul alive
Those who wronged all the millions and millions of souls, their punishment is yet. But know it is.
He found something to response real quick haha
This should be required viewing in all high schools. Thank you Yeonmi, your bravery is immeasurable.
@@ragemonkey3163 Do you have a reference for this?
@@ragemonkey3163 do you have evidence of her lying?
This & Solzhenitsyn “the Gulag Archipelago”.
@@ragemonkey3163
@@zeck8541 haha that's a country I will never visit
I recently showed this entire interview to my wife, and I noticed how Shawn sees and feels the pain, while she’s describing the SA of her mother..He says “and how are you dealing with that?” Such a powerful question, that really pulled this into a caring and sympathetic interview! This woman’s story is absolutely terrifying, but I’m so glad she’s able to tell it! Thank you Yeonmi Park for your courage and determination! It’s truly remarkable!
Thank you for making this video. I hope this goes viral and I hope to God people will open their eyes.
I work in a large corporation with a lot of diversity. I have the pleasure to work alongside people that have come here from China, Russia, Cuba and Mexico. All are very vocal about what they are seeing. We need to be listening to what they are telling us. Thank you Shawn for what you bring with your interviews.
US govt makes too much money from foreign affairs to do anything about anything... it's sad
China definitely doesn't want North korea to change they like it the way it is
Unfortunately, the youth are not taught the horrors of these types of governments. There are people in America that want communism. There are people that think only the govt should have firearms. It’s crazy seeing people wanting to give up their rights in order to obtain “security”. It’s sad to see, and we are only a generation or two away from completely losing what America stands for.
eff your diversity. that was always there. do you realize the top wage earners in amercia are indian-americans...japanese...koreans...white people are middle of the pack. companies hired the best people for decades. your use of the word diversity suggests you are pro biden
Yes! I’m Cuban and when American people tell me the US embargo is to blame for Cuba’s situation, I ask them are you listening to those who’ve escaped Cuba? Are they saying it is the embargo? No they are saying it’s the Cuban gov.
Every American needs to see this. I love what you're doing, Shawn. God bless you and your family.
You know this is nothing to do with socialism or even communism it’s totalitarianism, which in all honesty is what you Americans are waking into under Christian/republicanism. Do your own research, just because of how North Norea is don’t get into thinking that America is and better because it’s not!!
@@gwenfrew4705 The only difference between socialism and communism is that communism controls social aspects of life too. Like forcing someone to use their "preferred pronoun" or face legal consequences. Ever hear of the Chinese "social credit score" system? Totalitarianism is just essentially one party rule that has complete control over everything, like dictators. You can have a totalitarian capitalist country. Yes, NK is totalitarian, but totalitarianism is not an economic form, it is a form of government. Socialism is basically "Communism light". They both encompass collective ownership of property - and the only way to collectively own property is to have the state own and disburse it. Which is why communist countries are typically totalitarian. Whomever is in control of the state and the ownership of property and disbursement of the same often wants to retain that power. Socialism is not a capitalist economy with a few social programs, like USA having public roads, fire dept, police etc. that people like to use as "examples of socialism working" or "socialism" itself. It's not socialism.
Totalitarianism, authoritarianism, and fascism are all forms of government characterized by a strong central rule that attempts to control and direct all aspects of individual life through coercion and repression. Again, which is why communist/socialist countries are often one of the three. Because the state or central gov't agency already has the power over property & personal property does not exist. Facism differs from totalitarianism in the fact that in facism, national identity is emphasized as the "master race." Totalitarianism is a political system, while fascism is more of a political ideology.
Semantics aside, it doesn't really matter what she calls it. The simple fact that the same things that NK used to oppress her & still uses to oppress its people, are things that she's noticing happening in USA. Period.
Every person whose never struggled or starved needs to hear,
Then they would have little to complain about any hardship when you hear stories like this.
North Korean regime is pure evil on their own people.
It’s disgraceful to everything any human values against another and more so to destroy your own people for your own agenda.
I had no idea about any of this until I saw this video
@@MarinaMakesMagicyou’re not missing anything. She’s lying about most of this stuff
I’m amazed that she learned English so well and so fast that she kept that charming accent, and is so articulate, AFTER learning Chinese.
Yeonmi! You are inspiring!
Thank you, Shawn, for this interview, which is absolutely devastating! Every American needs to hear Ms. Parks story. It was so so hard to listen too. I'm so happy she's alive to share it with us. Ms. Park is so brave!
She's a phenomenal human being. If people don't listen to her, we are doomed.
Share the video so a lot people see it, I just found today and I’m terrified 😱I already share a lot but we need to keep doing the homework sharing.
Her voice cracked when she talked about the stages of starvation before a person passed.
I thought I had it bad growing up in Vietnam. Her experience made mine looks like a cakewalk.
Don't diminish your pain. Pain and trauma are subject to the individual. It is good that you can recognize hers, but yours was real for you.
Sometimes, it feels nice to know that lots of people have suffered way more then you ever will. That's just how some people prefer to cope
You are truly amazing.
Your story needs to be heard by everyone.
The message you have for the world is so important.
The bottomline is We need more Yeonmi Parks in America. So smart so compassionate with a worse story than 99% of anyone that has an internet connection. God Bless her
...If you want more people like that, I'm sure FAT KIM will put you up !!! ...Move there. 🤔
How a human being can endure that much pain & suffering is completely mind blowing, what an amazing woman & a hero
Ask a black person.
@@thepatriot7639 ask a white person.
@@thepatriot7639 or did you not learn that there were white slaves too?
@@GeorgeOrwellWasRight Yes I know. And.
@@thepatriot7639 so ask the Irish. Why do you make it about race? That comment was extremely ignorant.
I’m 12 years old and I watched this whole video in absolute aw. I never fully understood what was happening in North Korea and most of us never will but hearing her talk about it and how horrible it was and how going to china was and being used as a pretty much sex object truly makes me feel how grateful I am for what I have and how I was raised. Every part of this story was heartbreaking and just explains really how selfish Americans can be and how we need to make an immediate change. I believe that god can do great things and this woman is truly a walking miracle ❤️
Good for you. I was lucky to know people who had escaped from communist countries when I was young. That made me pay attention more than maybe most people did. I have great hope that you will one day be able to do important things to make sure our country remains the way our founding fathers hoped it would, a place where freedom helps the common people to be prosperous.
@@gerardmichaelburnsjr. 😇
She's a grifter lol don't take all of her words as gospel
@randomm928 what makes you say that?
You have been lied to by this spook. Do more research, scratch the surface, you will see
You are truly an inspiration. I immediately bought bought both your books and started reading. Thank you for continuing to speak out. Our country NEEDS individuals like you and Shawn as well.
She is amazing. Shawn you are helping by giving people like Yeonmi a platform to tell her story. Well done.
"If America falls, where do we escape?" Just that quote alone brings shivers down my spine.
America is the last stance!! No other place exists. I am cuban, and i will fight till my last breath to hold this great country down!
No escape...2a is what for ffs
Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Thailand ,Malaysia, or Singapore. there are many other places
@@fabiankruger262 those places don’t have the same freedoms. They say they do. Go and say something offensive in Europe to some one. You will get fined or go to jail. That’s just freedom of speech. Steven Crowder had this debate with a German person
If You want to leave this country in fear of tyranny then leave now! I’m staying and fighting
This is the only place where a person can live a normal life. Everyone wants to come here , imagine there's no here to escape to .
The world needs to hear her message.
Man, we need to have this interview played in every classroom in the country. I'm tired of the victim mentality that is killing our country and our children. This woman's story is so amazing. Thank you for this interview brother, I will be sharing this with everyone who will watch.
Thank you… She dropped some gems in this interview!!!
Man this sounds o so familiar I just can’t put my finger on it but i pray those people get the freedom they deserve and I wish god speed on they’re recovery it will take on them to overcome and be whole again
JYAG, as another average guy with three children who have been through the public school system, believe me, you are not overstating your claim. My youngest, a straight A student who was offered tens and tens of thousands in well-deserved scholarships, was a "thinker" two or three years ago. She now is a BLM lovin', climate believing, 17 yr old who frequently throws around the labels of "transphobe" and "bigot". I trust that the Good Lord will guide her where I have failed and that, once she survives the next four years of college and enters the "real world" she will begin to understand that Dad isn't such a bad guy after all ... we'll see .....
@@TheSean7564 Hey dude our media really emphasizes the "danger" and "evil" of these thought processes but most importantly just love your daughter. Just please do not alienate her simply because of your hatred of "woke". Please understand that children will always be contrarians and the most important thing is that you make it clear your love for her is unconditional. I love you sir and I know she must as well.
@CAK's Dad ! praying for you and your family. All you can do is love her and lead by example. The system we are up against is very powerful but all that means to me is we just have to fight harder for what we believe in. It doesn't sound like you have failed but instead you're just in the middle of the fight. Keep your head up brother.
I just really loved it.. Love how you interviewed her.. Thankyou so much for this
This woman deserves a Nobel prize, her fight for freedom is mind-blowing🎉.
This needs to be shown to every high school and college student in the country
Man Shawn, this was real heavy. The fact that Yeonmi was starting to see the similarities between the states and North Korea is very scary. This episode really needs to wake everyone up and let them know how good they have it and that they are not really oppressed.
What an Amazing Beautiful Intelligent young Lady. God Bless you ...PRAYING for You ❤
I've never heard or imagined anything so horrific. I literally was nauseous watching this. She makes the word "hero" seem weak. I'm completely at a loss for words. Thank you for this episode. Every American needs to see this asap!!
Share and tell others to watch.
I've heard her speak on a few other podcasts. It's horrible what she says happens there.
I admire this lady so much. To hear her say that Christians each memorize a part of the bible and pass it down word by word brought tears to my eyes. I'm so grateful.
Yeah but she said she lost her faith in South Korea. I don’t think she really became a true believer or she could be a backsliding Christian.
See 1:44 mark
out of the eveything in this sit down that’s what made you cry? lol
@@easyced8962silly comment. Why do you care? Or do you have nothing better to do than criticize the feelings of people you don’t know. Wow!
@@easyced8962 I totally agree with you.
Easily the most powerful, inspirational, and moving thing I’ve ever watched! This video is life changing. Thank you, and bless you both!
One of your most powerful interviews yet! She is so inspiring. Thanks Shawn!
This is one of the most compelling and emotional podcasts I have ever listened to. Brought me to tears many times. And the fact that she refuses to victimize herself speaks volumes. I am so proud to have her in the United states!
SAME ❤
I am in disbelief and shocked 😢
Perhaps her optimism chose that it was all worth it. Now she is a beacon for the whole world.
I may ask; i read this a lot. What is it with Americans that they cry so much? Isnt it exactly what she was referring to in your culture? Why is everybody so brittle. It hits me too.. dont get me wrong. But it doesnt set me to tears in the slightest.
Same!
This needs to be on every channel and on every media source in the USA.
And Romania and UE. I vote for Romania.
But it won't be....doesn't fit "THE narrative"
Instead liberals are tripping over themselves to say this woman is a liar.
It won't though because it goes against the narrative and against the plan. Listening to her really makes obvious the plan they are carrying out here in the US. All the push for "democratic socialism", equity, all the indoctrination, class and race separation, and erosion of our rights is all steps needed to install a communist dictatorship. That is the plan and when people like this expose the flaws of that plan the last thing they want to do is give her a platform.
In the world*
So we can laugh at how ridiculous it is?
Thank you Shawn for posting this interview. This was such an amazing story and we need to hear it. Lets all keep fighting!
Absolutely amazing. Best interview I have heard. Thank you for your amazing strength.
What an amazing woman. Thank you Yeonmi, for exposing the injustice and cruelty in our world 🙏
How do you know that her story is true? What personal knowledge do you have or fact checking have you done to ensure that you are not being taken for a sucker by a charismatic con artist? I guess all it takes is a pretty asian girl with ever changing story of being trafficked and raped (evidently Americans think this is the ultimate worst thing that can happen to a woman) to sell you book and separate you from $18.49 on Amazon. Do some internet research on the inconsistencies of her extreme tale and decide for yourself before you start worshipping her and handing her your money. Idiots.
Huff?
As a disabled veteran with PTSD I can just imagine what kind of mental harm this has put her through. I hope she finds a way to heal. Thank you for this well put together interview Shawn.
She is like a delicate flower. What you said is so true.
And she's not a wimp, she doesn't go around looking for sympathy.
Those WW2 VETERANS who received no help PTSD from battle experiences and witnessing horror are on a par with this young woman.
I kept thinking.....please hand this courageous woman a tissue. Awesome story.
Shawn, this is the most moving interview w/ Yeonmi that I have heard/seen!
Yeonmi, you are the bravest, wisest, most graceous person I have ever known! Thank you for speaking out! America & the World needs you! 🙏❤
This is the woman that should've been on a budlight can. Absolutely incredible human being. Thank you Yeonmi for sharing your story
absolutely.
Get the f sober and put her as an ad for war against North Korea and China. Problem is, they have nukes.
The bud light shit is an example of how they manufacture drama to occupy our population. Do you REALLY gaf? It's all just bullshit they convince you has meaning, so that you don't take to the streets with your friends
Can't agree more! Amen to that
I couldn’t agree more
When she was talking about the phases of starvation, it absolutely broke me. There's such suffering.
Truly I was in tears
beware the id**ts who will claim she is lying
I never knew that was what you went through. And you kinda feel the world is changing now. There are some terrible things on the horizon.
One of your best interviews yet brother. It’s hard to put into words what I’m feeling hearing this
What an amazing interview. Yeonmi is a treasure - and now she is our treasure. Thank you and God bless you both!
I’ve never heard of her until now. This is the most impactful thing I’ve ever heard. More people need to hear this.
It’s BS dude, she’s CIA
U know she is trolling right?
I tried to tell every one I know they need to hear this, most people don't want to know
I saw a tiny clip on TicToc and flew to find this and listen to her story.
This young woman has been through so much trauma, and she is so courageous to talk about it all. She is so much stronger than most people in the United States of America. She's not playing the victim card. She's an inspiration to me.
Why do so many of you have to take this as an opportunity to denigrate the US? Why do you people take every foreign story of hardship and turn it into an opportunity to demonstrate your American self-loathing?
Who are the people you're referring to? I'm just curious to know
@@GigiGhiba-po6ir uhhhhh no. Nice try, BRIT BUM
Thank you for doing this interview Shawn
I have been waiting for this Interview. Thank you
Everytime my PTSD gets bad I throw On a shawn ryan show and instantly feel like I got a battle buddy with me. Thank you sir, you mean so much to so many different people
He is paid to whitewash US war crimes and promote the CIA/DOS/DOD/WH/etc. lies. Get a grip. This man is a liar and a compromised gov agent.
he's gonna battle N. Korea all by himself he's just dreamy fuking dik
I love how Ryan is respectful by not interrupting even if the guest did not completely understand the question he is asking and the guest answers it the way they understood the question. Very humble and honorable. Stay the course Ryan!
Shaun
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There is a calm fatherly character to Shaun’s demeanor. A leader by
often following.
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The most powerful episode. I had to share this with all of my friends
After watching most of your interviews this has broke my heart.
Out of this horrific and inspirational story she has, I feel the most powerful thing she spoke on was how she refused to victimize herself! SO much of our society needs to strive to be like this wonderful woman!!
I agree 100%! 👏👏
research her yourself. please
@@hamon4228 I will instead research how many people NK has in their ministry of propaganda
I agree with "hamon"
Research her, she's playing you..
People are so rude towards ppl who “victimize themselves” AKA ppl who HAVE DEPRESSION . Everyone’s so pro mental health awareness then they say dumb contradictory shit like that
I am so glad you did this podcast. I feel every American should watch this. Her courage is beyond words.
Every nation needs to see this.
Especially the younger generation in America, our kids who are indoctrinated need to hear this..
2:20:12 The enemy lies within. (In our case a bunch of college professors drooling over Communism)
@@mightyoaks80 right?! And all these little degenerate kids running around cheering for “woke” culture. We are so fcked in this country if we don’t get our shit together
The left is so brainwashed it wouldn’t matter. Moderates and the right will hear it. This is comparable to. The eyes of the devil documentary. You all should check it out
Such an emotional interview, omg!!! Great job!
That interview was phenomenal - thank you
Shawn, this woman should be nominated for the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Her story and her commitment to helping other North Koreans are extraordinary!
I agree but afraid everyone too scared of the repercussions
medal of honor? doesnt that only work when you honoring your own country?
@@RainbowClear The Presidential Medal of Freedom is for civilians. The medal is awarded by the president to people who have made an" especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural, or other significant public or private endeavors". I think that with her life story and her making people aware of the horrible conditions in a communist country she would qualify. It has been awarded to people for much less.
@@RainbowClear she said medal of FREEDOM, not honor
@@fatimagross1956 ahhh facts she did. but the medal of freedom is still givin to people who done something that contributes to the country lol
"I survived this in real life, ofcourse i can survive the memories of it" its the best inspirational statement i heard. And the fact that after everything she refuses to be victimized.... Deep respect @Yeonmi Park 🙏
One of the best interview I have ever seen
Wow. Thanks for this episode. What a fantastic inspiration Yeonmi is. Such a smart person to have such a positive outlook when having to deal with all of that.
This is one of the best interviews I’ve ever seen. I hope this goes viral. Yeonmi is an incredibly strong person.
Why is she super shiny
@@NickiD_GoldEntertainment
Child of the Most High King. Godly.
What’s incredible is that someone asked her how she stayed so strong, and her response was, “I’m not strong, I was just determined”.
this is the 1st Shawn Ryan show ive watched and im totally blown, loved how he gave her ample time to talk without interruptions and just guiding the conversation along very gently. it was perfect.
Shawns an incredible interviewer let’s the guest tell their story
I saw on a short, I've never heard of him. I think I am a fan now. He has a calm interview style, it's a conversation where the guest is the star 🌟.
His interviews will spoil you, just allowing people to speak, not cut them off after 1-2 sentence answers and he doesn’t make the show about him.
Except the part where he asked how many times she was r**ped, then when she didn’t answer he asked for more clarification- like?
What a strong woman. I hope we all take her warning to heart. This wad the best interview I have ever heard. Thank you so much.
Keep doing you. Great job spreading awareness
She hit it right on the spot, about American victimhood! We have to stop blaming everyone or something else for our problems or failures and keep pushing ahead!
Cheers
She forgot to mention the part where she was an actress in South Korea in her teens and her own mother saying she never experienced NK. All false information and a character she is playing.
America has no right to play victims we cause more chaos for ourselves with these politicians, social media etc
@@snafuperman you said her teens. You realize there are 12 years of life before you become a teen. Those years she spent in NK so what do you mean
@@iknow4913 She said multiple times that she arrived in South Korea in 2009. She was born in 1993. Do the math. And after that she magically graduated high school 18 months (!!!) right after although she has been spending every day looking for grasshoppers to eat in North Korea, in prison and trafficked around the continent. Nothing makes sense in her story.
I wouldn't go so far and say that she's playing a character, but she is deliberately putting out disinformation. Either because of attention, or bribes by some agency.