Brian Hioe

Dennis Weng and Brian Hioe join Deep Dish to discuss the future of Taiwanese policy, its alignment with the US, and the risk of war with China. The speakers delve into the differing perspectives within Taiwan on the level of risk for conflict, the ongoing discussion in the US regarding military signals to China, the political dynamics in Taiwan, and the multifaceted issues surrounding Taiwan's upcoming election.

Daniel L. Davis, a former U.S. Army lieutenant colonel and military analyst, joins human rights advocate Benedict Rogers and Taiwanese expert Brian Hioe to discuss the West's role in defending Taiwan. They debate the moral imperatives versus the strategic risks of potential conflict with China. Davis highlights military strategies like unconventional warfare, while Rogers emphasizes democratic values. Hioe sheds light on Taiwanese public opinion in navigating independence versus unification pressures, making it a riveting discussion on Taiwan's future.

Brian Hioe, a Taipei-based DJ and New Bloom editor, dives into Taiwan’s indie music scene, shedding light on its sociopolitical context. He explores how indigenous communities influence music, and the challenges artists face earning a living in Taiwan versus China. The conversation also touches on his Twitter clashes with tankie rappers, a unique indie music dating app, and the surprising impact of celebrity scandals, like Wang Leehom's divorce, on national discussions about culture and women's treatment in society.