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This episode explores the mystery surrounding Room 39 in North Korea and its role in the country's economy.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Brewstilled Barrel Aged Mysteries continues. For this edition of Barrel Aged Mysteries, we’re exploring the mystery surrounding Room 39 in North Korea. Room 39 has been described as the cornerstone of the North Korea’s so-called "court economy" centered on the dynastic Kim family. Room 39 is also involved in the management of foreign currency earnings from foreigners' hotels in Pyongyang, mining operations, along with various business ventures. It’s also be...

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Host: Brewstilled

Topics covered

• mystery
• North Korea
• Room 39
• economy
• Kim family
• foreign currency

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Organizations: Kim family

Places: North Korea, Pyongyang

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