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#78: Modern Pirates

2020/8/6
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The pirates of the 21st century don't have parrots and swords, but night-vision goggles and AK47s.

Discover why pirates have re-emerged, how they work, and what the effect of piracy is on the areas in which they operate.

In today's episode we cover:

  • Somalia - the world's piracy hotspot
  • Why pirates emerged in Somalia
  • How fisherman became pirates
  • How pirates are organised
  • Ransoms and getting paid
  • The pirate stock market
  • The effect on the community on land
  • The 'new' pirate hotspot

Full interactive transcript and key vocabulary available on the website www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/modern-day-pirates)


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