

Dissident at the Doorstep Episode 6: The Great Moving Right Show
Feb 10, 2024
A year after arriving in the US, a story about NYU severing ties with Chinese activist Guangcheng causes uproar. Controversy surrounds NYU's alleged treatment of Guangcheng. The hosts discuss relationships and therapy while exploring the dispute. Guangcheng finds a new home with the help of a State Department official and private equity exec. Guangcheng's changing perspectives lead to his surprising support for Trump. The podcast explores the unexpected support of Chinese dissidents for Trump despite his racism and xenophobia.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Controversy Surrounding NYU's Alleged Treatment of Chinese Human Rights Activist
03:19 • 13min
Exploring Relationships and the Benefits of Therapy
16:18 • 2min
Finding a New Home
18:11 • 11min
Failed Funding and Relocation
29:20 • 9min
Guangchun's Changing Perspectives
38:02 • 5min
Chinese Dissident's Surprising Support for Trump
43:03 • 5min