Chapter
Inconsistent Access to Electricity in North Korea
24:46 - 31:44 (06:58)
In North Korea, access to electricity is sporadic and often only available on special occasions such as the Dear Leader's birthday or New Year's Day. As a result, the process of watching a movie, such as Titanic, can take months to complete.
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The government would occasionally give electricity on special days like Dear Leader's birthday, New Year's Day, and more.
24:46 - 27:41 (02:54)
North Korea
Summary
The government would occasionally give electricity on special days like Dear Leader's birthday, New Year's Day, and more. While some households in the town were wired to the grid, the electricity was rarely turned on.
ChapterInconsistent Access to Electricity in North Korea
Episode71: Information Monopoly
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The speaker narrates about life in a town where basic resources like water and electricity are scarce, and people have to rely on foreign aid or find alternative means.
27:41 - 31:44 (04:03)
Scarce Resources
Summary
The speaker narrates about life in a town where basic resources like water and electricity are scarce, and people have to rely on foreign aid or find alternative means.