Episodes
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S3.E8 - Can AI bring peace to Haiti?
Could artificial intelligence be the breakthrough Haiti desperately needs? In this episode, I explore how AI technology might revolutionize peace negotiations and conflict resolution in one of the world's most dangerous situations. Drawing on insights from Henry Kissinger and Eric Schmidt's...
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S3.E7 - Considering Haiti as a Crime State with guest Dr. Felbab-Brown
Haiti is collapsing. Gangs now control most of Port-au-Prince, and the international response is failing. Can anything stop the takeover? In this gripping episode of The Stimpack Podcast, Jeff Frazier sits down with Dr. Vanda Felbab-Brown, a top expert in insurgency and organized crime from the...
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S3.E6 - Diego Da Rin (Int. Crisis Group) joins us to talk about Haiti's Security Crisis
In this episode of the Stimpak podcast, Jeff Frazier interviews Diego Da Rin from the Crisis Group, focusing on the complex situation in Haiti. They discuss Diego's background, the role of the Crisis Group, the challenges faced by the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission, and the dire…
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S3.E5 - Saving Haiti: Who's Responsible?
Summary In this episode, Jeff Frazier discusses the potential impact of the Trump-Rubio administration on Haiti, focusing on security and governance. He explores the ethical implications of humanitarian aid, individual responsibilities in giving, and the U.S. interests in Haiti's stability. The...
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S3.E4 - The Trump, Rubio, Musk effect on Haiti
Keywords Haiti, humanitarian aid, self-reliance, economic development, Trump-Rubio effect, USAID, power giving, governance, foreign aid, community empowerment Summary In this conversation, Jeff Frazier discusses the future of Haiti, focusing on the need for a new approach to humanitarian aid that...
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S3.E3 - All the Puzzle Pieces!
In this episode, Jeff Frazier discusses the complex issues facing Haiti, emphasizing the importance of understanding the existing puzzle pieces of governance, rule of law, and economic development. He highlights the critical role of humanitarian aid and the need for self-reliance initiatives to...
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S3. Bonus - Who is this Jeff Frazier guy?
Summary In this conversation, Jeff Frazier shares his personal journey from a challenging childhood to becoming an entrepreneur and technology innovator. He discusses his military service, the impact of self-education, and his transition into the tech industry, particularly in health technology....
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S3.E2 - The First Puzzle Piece
www.stimpack.org Summary This conversation delves into the complex history of Haiti, exploring the factors that have contributed to its current state of poverty. Jeff Frazier discusses the historical context of Haiti's struggles, the impact of isolation and crippling debt, the rise and fall of…
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Season 3 Kickoff - Here we go!
www.StimPack.org https://www.instagram.com/stimpack_haiti/ https://www.youtube.com/@stimpack_haiti Summary Season three of the podcast is finally here after a long break. The host expresses gratitude for the patience of the listeners and their eagerness to contribute to making progress in Haiti....
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43 Days to Freedom - Season Finale - Reunion & Recovery
Summary In the finale episode of the Stimpak podcast, Mary and Jeff Frazier discuss their homecoming and the emotional experiences they had during that time. They talk about their journey to the airport, the reunion at the car, and their first moments together in America. They share their…
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43 Days to Freedom - Bonus - Austin Interview
Jeff Frazier interviews Austin Holmes, who played a crucial role in negotiating and securing Jeff's release from kidnapping in Haiti. Austin is described as having the skill set and integrity needed for the job. The conversation covers their initial interactions, the challenges they faced, and…
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43 Days to Freedom - Mary Interview
Summary In this conversation, Mary Frazier joins the podcast to discuss the events leading up to her release from captivity in Haiti. They discuss the challenges of negotiating with the gang, the emotional roller coaster of day 28, and the efforts to secure her release through non-monetary means....
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43 Days to Freedom - Days 30-43!
Summary In this part of the conversation, Jeff Frazier shares his experience in captivity and the challenges he faced. He talks about the excitement of DJ getting close to being released and the constant harassment from the kidnappers. Jeff discusses the conditions in captivity, including the...
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43 Days to Freedom - Stephanie Interview
Summary Stephanie Dufort shares her experience of being kidnapped in Haiti and the harrowing moments she went through. She discusses how she was targeted because of the color of her skin and considered a rich person. Stephanie talks about the initial moments of the kidnapping, the fear she felt,...
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43 Days to Freedom - Day 29
Summary In this episode, Jeff recounts his experiences on day 29 of captivity. He describes being recaptured after an escape attempt and being placed in a new cell. Jeff reflects on the guards' reactions and the fear they displayed. He then shares the brutal beating he endured, including being...
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43 Days to Freedom - Day 28
SummaryDay 28 of the Stimpak podcast continues the story of Jeff Frazier's kidnapping. Negotiations are ongoing, and Chef Rasta is now involved. Jeff's team has an agreement with the kidnappers, but the amount of money is not enough for them. Jeff and Stephanie plan to escape through the window,...
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43 Days to Freedom - Days 16-27
Big Frazier news, Vigilante justice movements, Chef Jeff is 'fired', Billy is 'hired', Escape plans mature.
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43 Days to Freedom - Days 12-15
Jeff submits, keeping your mind right, escape planning continues.
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43 Days to Freedom - Days 9-11
Daily life in captivity, Introduction to the guards, Gunny agrees to delevery ransom money
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43 Days to Freedom - Days 7 & 8
Escape concepts. Confusion. Cash.
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43 Days to Freedom - Days 5&6
Miscommunication abounds. Phone call with Mary
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43 Days to Freedom - Day 4
Not long after I finish my call and Kervins finishes translating, seven or eight kidnappers storm in the room and tell Stephanie and I to lay face down on two separate mattresses. Bad Cop is there. I don't quite understand what he wants me to do. I ask him a question. He punches me in the ear. I...
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43 Days to Freedom - Day 3
The downside of that arrogance (amongst many other things) is that I can become a DIY guy when I aught not. It had not even occurred to me on Day 3, that Mary might be putting together a team of highly qualified experts who were preparing to lead my negotiations. Think of all you'd need in order…
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43 Days to Freedom - Day 2
At 6:54pm I call Bill through WhatsApp. He gives me the number of someone he trusts in Haiti and tells me "He's going to help you". I try to get him to elaborate. Who is this guy? Is he a gang leader? Is he a negotiator? Bill won't elaborate.
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43 Days to Freedom - Day 1
The soldier reached over to my side of the truck and grabbed my hat and covered my eyes with it and pushed my head down in an effort to keep me from seeing where we were going. I was able to turn my head to the right enough to look out the window and did my best to remember the route. I counted…
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43 Days to Freedom - Day Minus 1 - Food Distribution
As we went to each location, I expected to see the desperate and dying like I had seen on previous visits to Jacmel. However, it became clear by the afternoon that in the few months that had passed since my previous visit to Jacmel that food security in the area was improving.
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43 Days to Freedom - Day Minus 2, Through No Mans Land
Within minutes I am taken aback by the destruction that has taken place since my previous trip through this city just 2.5 years earlier. Most businesses along the road are gone. The homes in sight are empty.
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StimPack - 43 Days to Freedom - Prologue
I was kidnapped in Haiti on April 12th, 2023, and held for 43 days. I was beaten, terrorized and tortured. I escaped for about 8 hours but only made it about a mile before I was recaptured by a neighboring gang and returned to my cell. It was terrible. I lost about 50 pounds before being released...
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Applied to Haiti: The Prosperity Paradox
There have been many books on development written and cited by academics from around the world. We will try to focus on those listed within the syllabi of respected universities. It is important for the reader to understand that StimPack is new in its mission to lead development efforts in Haiti....
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The first priority for development in Haiti
[Update: This article was initially published January of 2023. Since then security in Haiti has descended to a point that makes all areas of development extremely difficult. This fact makes security the priority for development in Haiti. The points explored in this article will regain relevance...
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Stepping off the scale in Haiti —for a time.
Recent (post assassination) foreign policy statements from U.S. Officials have been widely condemned. Some demanding greater involvement in solving Haiti's many issues and some demanding the opposite. I am here to both defend the wisdom of recent U.S. Policy positions, as well as advocate for the...
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United We Prosper: The Case for U.S. Engagement in Haiti
Supporting Haiti is a strategic decision that could significantly benefit the United States in several ways. By investing in Haiti's stability and growth, pressing immigration issues can be addressed, foreign influence near U.S. borders can be countered, and economic prospects for American...
About this show
STIMPACK is a Haiti focused think tank and interventional NGO. We look for points of leverage to help Haitians lift their entire country out of extreme poverty. This podcast discusses those points.
Hosted by
Jeff Frazier
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