In ‘Theo Who Lived’, A Journalist’s Story Of Kidnap And Release In Syria
In ‘Theo Who Lived’, A Journalist’s Story Of Kidnap And Release In Syria
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Freelance journalist Theo Padnos was kidnapped in Syria in 2012. He was tortured and spent nearly two years in captivity until his release was secured with the help of the Qataris.
He tells his story, firsthand, in the documentary Theo Who Lived. Film contributor Milos Stehlik joins us to discuss the film.