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Mafia and Murder On The Island of Koh Tao
10:49 - 16:17 (05:27)
The island of Koh Tao in Thailand was transformed from a small, unknown island to a massive tourist destination thanks in part to the efforts of Mr. Ban, who was also the first big victim of murder on the island. Despite the transformation, the island maintains an old school mafia vibe with some locals still believing that they run the place and won't be told otherwise.
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The disappearance of Raymond Ban in the island paradise of Kotal highlights the struggle between tradition and modernity.
10:49 - 14:04 (03:14)
Summary
The disappearance of Raymond Ban in the island paradise of Kotal highlights the struggle between tradition and modernity. Ban helped transform the island from a prison to a popular tourist destination, but locals still cling to their old ways.
ChapterMafia and Murder On The Island of Koh Tao
EpisodeThe Cases of Ian Jacobs & Mr. Ban
PodcastDeath Island
The murder of Mr. Ban in the late '90s marked the first of many unexplained deaths on the island of Koh Tao, attributed by some to the lawlessness of the increasing tourism industry in the area.
14:04 - 16:17 (02:12)
Summary
The murder of Mr. Ban in the late '90s marked the first of many unexplained deaths on the island of Koh Tao, attributed by some to the lawlessness of the increasing tourism industry in the area.