TED: What I learned as a prisoner in North Korea | Euna Lee

The speaker shares their journey from being a documentary journalist to becoming a prisoner in North Korea. They recount their capture while filming North Korean refugees and the psychological challenges faced during detention. Through interactions with guards, they explore the humanization of perceived enemies and reflect on shared humanity. The narrative concludes with reflections on the experience and the importance of seeing humanity over hatred.

What motivated the speaker to become a documentary journalist?

How did the speaker's background influence their initial views on North Korea?

Reflect on the impact of propaganda on the speaker's and the guards' perceptions of each other.

What was the significance of the small acts of kindness the speaker received from the guards?

Discuss the psychological battles the speaker faced during their interrogation.

Describe the circumstances that led to the speaker's detention in North Korea.

What insights did the speaker gain about the guards during their time in detention?

How did the speaker's perception of North Koreans change during their detention?

What lessons does the speaker hope to convey about understanding and empathy?

What does the speaker mean by 'seeing humanity over hatred'?