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How He Survived: Abducted, Held Captive, and Tortured in Syria. In today’s interconnected world, social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Apple Podcasts have brought global conflicts closer to our screens. Through photos, podcasts, and news stories, we gain a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by those in war zones. But behind these images and headlines are often individuals who risk their lives to bring us these stories. One such individual is Jonathan Alpeyrie, a renowned war photographer who was abducted, held captive, and tortured in Syria for 81 days. His survival story is not only a testament to his resilience but also sheds light on the perilous world of conflict reporting. The interview with Jonathan Alpeyrie is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms.
Jonathan Alpeyrie, a war photographer, was abducted and held captive for 81 days in Syria in 2013. His story is a powerful example of survival in the face of unimaginable hardship. After being betrayed by his fixer while covering the Syrian Civil War, Alpeyrie was handed over to Syrian rebels, shifting from documenting conflict to becoming a victim of it. Check out the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms.
Surviving Torture and Captivity. How He Survived: Abducted, Held Captive, and Tortured in Syria.
During his time in captivity, Alpeyrie endured beatings, psychological torture, and mock executions. Blindfolded and handcuffed, he had no contact with the outside world. Each day was a fight for survival, and Alpeyrie used his wits to stay alive, mimicking the behavior of his captors, praying with them, and even teaching them how to swim. He recalls how his captors alternated between kindness and cruelty, a tactic designed to break his will. Listen to this interview as a free podcast on our website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms.
Despite the harrowing conditions, Alpeyrie found strength through a dormant faith, using it as a source of resilience to endure the physical and emotional torture. His ability to adapt to the unpredictable behavior of his captors ultimately helped him survive. Keep informed by following the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest, Newsbreak, Medium and other social media platforms.
Rescue and Life After Captivity
After 81 days, Alpeyrie was released when a businessman with ties to the Syrian regime paid a $500,000 ransom. Although his ordeal had ended, the psychological scars remained. It took months for him to recover from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and adjust to life outside captivity. Remarkably, just a year later, Alpeyrie returned to the frontlines, covering the war in Ukraine. The discussion is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio how and Podcast website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms.
His experience in Syria forced him to reevaluate the dangers of his profession. As a photojournalist, Alpeyrie had always been driven to capture the truth of war. However, his time as a captive made him reconsider the risks involved in pursuing that mission.
Sharing His Story. How He Survived: Abducted, Held Captive, and Tortured in Syria.
Alpeyrie’s survival story resonates with audiences across social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and podcast interviews on platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Newsbreak. His experiences are also documented in his book, *The Shattered Lens: A War Photographer’s True Story of Captivity and Survival in Syria*. Through his story, Alpeyrie highlights the very real dangers that journalists face while covering conflicts. We cover his journey in platforms like Medium and Newsbreak.
Now, Alpeyrie continues to focus on photography. His latest project is a photography book about World War II veterans. Despite the trauma he endured, his passion for capturing history through his lens remains strong. Stay in the know by following the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest, Newsbreak, Medium and other social media platforms.
The Legacy of a Survivor. How He Survived: Abducted, Held Captive, and Tortured in Syria.
Jonathan Alpeyrie’s ordeal in Syria is a reminder of the risks taken by journalists in conflict zones. Behind every photo or news story from war-torn areas is an individual who has put their life on the line. Alpeyrie’s survival is a testament to human resilience, and his work continues to shine a light on the often unseen realities of war. How He Survived: Abducted, Held Captive, and Tortured in Syria. The interview is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms.
His story serves as a tribute to the bravery of journalists, who risk everything to document events that would otherwise remain hidden from the world. As we continue to consume news through social media, podcasts, and other platforms, we must remember the courage of those who bring these stories to light.
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Retired Police Sergeant, Music Radio Personality, Talk Radio Show Host, Podcaster and Producer
John J. Wiley is a retired Police Sergeant turned radio personality. He has been a full time FM Music Radio DJ since 2005. In 2017 he founded the Law Enforcement Today Podcast, in a partnership with Robert Greenberg of Law Enforcement Today. The show is now named the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast.
Within a couple months a radio station heard an episode of the podcast and asked him to create a radio version, which he did. It has been syndicated since the Spring of 2017 and has numerous affiliate radio stations across the US.
