Mr. Jay
In editing my audiobook for Surfing North Korea and Other Stories from Inside, I was again reminded of my friend Mr. Jay
LNKM 2018 Year-End Report
Over the past year and a half, working inside North Korea has become more difficult than ever. This is not only for us at LNKM but for all of the aid organizations working in the country, including UN aid agencies. From projects like our well drilling to medical work among those infected with TB to those helping children with special needs, US NGOs and even international NGOs have been severely hindered.
Grace In 30 Interview
DECEMBER 19, 2018
Here’s my latest radio interview about my book Surfing North Korea on ‘Grace In 30’. Thanks to Ed Melik for the opportunity to talk about my experiences inside NK.
G.S.
Discovering Joy- Ten Years in North Korea
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
Just received my copy of ‘Discovering Joy, Ten Years in North Korea‘ written by my colleague Joy Yoon. I was privileged to write an endorsement and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting a better understanding of how North Koreans think and live.
G.S.
Washington Wants Pyongyang to Choose: Humanitarian Aid or Nukes
DECEMBER 12, 2018
This is a good write-up on the current position of the US government on North Korea as it relates to humanitarian aid. Although we are not mentioned, LNKM has been directly impacted by the current policy and is experiencing the same challenges as the organizations in the article.
Part 1 of 4 on my thoughts about Michael Palin in North Korea
OCTOBER 1, 2018
National Geographic Channel recently aired a new special on North Korea. After a reported three years of negotiating the terms of the trip, Michael Palin of Monty Python fame traveled to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) otherwise known as North Korea.
Part 2 of 4 on my thoughts about Michael Palin in North Korea
OCTOBER 3, 2018
National Geographic Channel recently aired a new special on North Korea. After a reported three years of negotiating the terms of the trip, Michael Palin of Monty Python fame traveled to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) otherwise known as North Korea. Here is part 2 of a short series on my thoughts about his trip.
Part 3 of 4 on my thoughts about Michael Palin in North Korea
OCTOBER 15, 2018
The National Geographic Channel recently aired a new special on North Korea. After a reported three years of negotiating the terms of the trip, Michael Palin of Monty Python fame traveled to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) otherwise known as North Korea. Here is part 3 of a short series on my thoughts about his trip.
Part 4 of 4 on my thoughts about Michael Palin in North Korea
OCTOBER 18, 2018
The National Geographic Channel recently aired a new special on North Korea. After a reported three years of negotiating the terms of the trip, Michael Palin of Monty Python fame traveled to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) otherwise known as North Korea. Here is the 4th and final part of a short series on my thoughts about his trip.
We Interviewed 20 Christians Who Traveled to North Korea. Now They Can’t
OCTOBER 10, 2018
I co-authored an article on NK published in Christianity Today. The title is a bit misleading. Editor’s choice, not ours, but it details some of the difficulties NGOs are currently facing working inside North Korea.
G.S.
My Thoughts on the Singapore Summit
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
I wanted to post my thoughts on the news that President Trump is open to a second meeting with Kim Jung-un. Although it’s been painful to not be able to help local North Koreans in the same ways we have been able to in the past, I also understand the Trump administration’s desire to pressure the North into making changes in the way they have traditionally dealt with the outside world.
Gabe Segoine on the Bill Carl Show
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
