The son of Hong Kong’s jailed democracy hero
February 10, 2026
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Episode 1816 · February 10, 2026
The son of Hong Kong’s jailed democracy hero
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<p>Jimmy Lai is a media tycoon and hero of Hong Kong’s freedom movement. </p> <p>A symbol of the city’s fight for democracy and a free press – he has been silenced, handcuffed, and now sentenced to 20 years in prison by a Hong Kong court.</p> <p>Seen as a traitor by Beijing, Lai has been jailed on charges of sedition and collusion with foreign forces – which he says are politically motivated.</p> <p>Today, Sebastien Lai on fighting for his father’s freedom and what this case says about China’s ongoing crackdown in Hong Kong.</p> <p> </p> <p>If you enjoy <em>7am</em>, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> Sebastien Lai, son of jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai</p> <p><strong>Photo: </strong>Kobe Li/Nexpher Images/Sipa USA</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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