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Strait Forward is a podcast series from the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), where Channing Lee and Libby Lange take a deep-dive into Taiwan, the island at the forefront of technological innovation and the global fight for democracy. Hear Taiwanese experts discuss geopolitics, technology, and culture.

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In this episode of Strait Forward, hosts Channing Lee and Libby Lange explore the evolving role of drones in modern warfare and their importance for Taiwan's defense. They discuss the shift from large, expensive military drones to more affordable, ma... more

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In this episode of Strait Forward, hosts Channing Lee and Libby Lange welcome Lev Nachman, an assistant professor in the Graduate Institute of National Development at National Taiwan University (NTU) and author of Contested Taiwan: Sovereignty, Socia... more

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In this special catch-up episode of #StraitForward, co-hosts Channing Lee and Libby Lange return to the studio to "spill the tea" on the latest from Taiwan. Channing shares insights from her trip to the Taiwan Expo USA in Dallas, detailing Taiwan's s... more

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In this episode of Strait Forward, recorded in June at the AI+ Expo, hosts Channing Lee and Libby Lange are joined by Emily Feng, an international correspondent at NPR and author of Let Only Red Flowers Bloom. This conversation explores the role of s... more

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Recent Guests

Lev Nachman
Assistant Professor of Political Science at NTU and author of Contested Taiwan, Sovereignty, Social Movements, and Party Formation.
National Taiwan University
Episode: Episode 15 - Public Opinion & Polarization
Emily Feng
Reporter at MPR and author
Episode: Episode 13 - Reporting in Taiwan and China
Dr. Yuh-Jye Lee
Senior Advisor in Taiwan's National Security Council with a background in cyber and tech.
Taiwan's National Security Council
Episode: Episode 11 - Defense Tech
Chiayo Kuo
Founder and President of Taiwan's Digital Diplomacy Association
Taiwan's Digital Diplomacy Association
Episode: Episode 10 - Digital Diplomacy
Jeremy Chang
CEO of DSET and Director of their Economic Security Research Team
DSET
Episode: Episode 9 - Economic Security
Michelle Yun
Corporate Communications Manager at United Microelectronics Corporation
United Microelectronics Corporation
Episode: Episode 8 - The Birth of Taiwan's Chip Industry
Chieh-Ting Yeh
Director of U.S.-Taiwan Watch
U.S.-Taiwan Watch
Episode: Episode 7 - Keeping Watch on U.S.-Taiwan Ties
Howard Shen
Assistant Director of International Affairs for the KMT and graduate student at Georgetown University.
Kuomintang
Episode: Episode 6 - The KMT's Blueprint for the Future
Iris Shaw
Director of the DPP's mission in the U.S.
DPP
Episode: Episode 5 - The DPP's Agenda for Taiwan

Hosts

Channing Lee
Co-host and Member of the foreign policy team at SCSP, covering the Indo-Pacific region.
Libby Lange
Co-host and Director of DPP's mission in the U.S. with previous experience as a speechwriter for President Tsai.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Insightful and Timely

    Two wonderful cohosts who’ve clearly put a lot of time towards inviting top tier guests and asking insightful questions

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    United States6 months ago

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#232
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#237
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#241
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Apple Podcasts
#75
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#79
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#115
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Episode 15 - Public Opinion & Polarization
Q: Can you share any findings so far from your research on this willingness to fight issue?
Lev discusses the complexities of polling willingness to fight and highlights that America's involvement significantly influences Taiwanese people's responses.
Episode 15 - Public Opinion & Polarization
Q: What drove you to kind of get into Taiwan work?
Lev shares that his family connection to Taiwan sparked his interest in politics, leading him to study abroad and engage in activism.
Episode 13 - Reporting in Taiwan and China
Q: Can I follow up on that? So you said you had researched all of the material for your book in China during your time there, but then ended up writing the book in Taiwan.
Writing the book in Taiwan allowed Emily to have the clarity and energy necessary for a long-form project, enriching her content with the complexities of Taiwanese identity and history.
Episode 13 - Reporting in Taiwan and China
Q: How did being in Taiwan and writing it there, encountering the perspectives of people in Taiwan and the politics there, change or not change what you were writing about?
Emily highlighted that living in Taiwan provided her with the mental space to write her book and helped her understand the complex historical pathways related to identity discussions in Taiwan.
Episode 13 - Reporting in Taiwan and China
Q: What surprised you the most when you moved to Taiwan?
Emily found that there was almost no interaction between Taiwan and China during her time, which made it difficult to gather new information.

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Focused on Taiwan's pivotal role in technology and democracy, discussions often revolve around its geopolitical challenges, particularly in relation to China. Themes of digital diplomacy, national security, and the semiconductor industry are common, with insights from a range of experts reflecting Taiwan's dynamic cultural and political landscape. Unique features include the hosts' personal connections to Taiwan and their emphasis on grassroots movements and international engagement, aiming to broaden understanding of Taiwan's global significance amidst growing complexities in international relations. This podcast is suitable for listeners interested in contemporary global issues, technology, and democracy.

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1. Lev Nachman
2. Emily Feng
3. Dr. Yuh-Jye Lee
4. Chiayo Kuo
5. Jeremy Chang
6. Michelle Yun
7. Chieh-Ting Yeh
8. Howard Shen

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