How instant coffee became a vital currency behind prison walls
In short: In the isolated economy of a prison, standard money often loses its power. This video explores how a simple commodity—tablespoons of instant coffee—serves as the essential unit of exchange for much-needed extras.
The film examines the unconventional barter systems that emerge in incarcerated environments. In these settings, the going rate for various goods and services is frequently measured in specific increments of instant coffee.
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