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People As Currency: The Murky World of 'Prisoner Exchange'

June 26, 2026 1:03:31 12.24 MB ( 48.81 MB less) Downloads: 0

Throughout history, war has continually resulted in hostages -- these could be soldiers, spies, or civilians. And, even in the heat of conflict, opposing forces will often agree to exchange prisoners through various agreements. On paper, it sounds downright civilized. However, as Ben and Matt discover in tonight's episode, that's often not the case. Tune in to learn more about the controversy and conspiracy surrounding 'prisoner swaps'.

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