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740: There. I Fixed It.
Act Two

The Lonely Island

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For the last year, writer Karen Cheung has been watching her hometown of Hong Kong change in big and small ways under a new law, and wondering when and if leaving will be her last resort. (15 minutes)

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Karen Cheung

Song:

“Not Gonna Get Us” by t.A.T.u.

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Act Five: Nine Months Later

Host Ira Glass calls Jennifer to talk about the new security law. (12 minutes)
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Act Two: The Fight

Jennifer, Ira, and producer Emanuele Berry go to a protest and get tear gassed in front of a Ruth's Chris Steakhouse. (6 minutes)
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Act Four: A Slow Boat to China

Producer Diane Wu goes to a party.

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