Before joining TaiwanPlus, producer David Santos spent years on the front lines in the southern Philippines. As a reporter to some of the most conflict-ridden parts of Mindanao, he covered clashes between government troops, rebel groups, and terror organizations—stories that often left civilians trapped in the crossfire. Yet amid tragedy, there were moments of purpose. Reporting on disasters like Typhoon Haiyan, one of the strongest storms ever recorded, he saw how journalism could help communities recover. Santos says those experiences—marked by danger, loss, and resilience—taught him to always ask himself one question: Why am I reporting? Please note: This story includes references to violence and traumatic events. We advise listener discretion. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn