Podcast Series Highlights Personal Stories of Love Amid Myanmar’s Ongoing Conflict

What happened

DVB English reports on a new three-part podcast series titled "War and Love: Stories of Love in Times of Conflict," which explores the experiences of individuals who have found love and formed relationships amidst Myanmar’s violent conflict following the 2021 military coup. The series features personal testimonies from people directly impacted by the upheaval, including those involved in resistance activities.

Outside Brief is treating this as a source-led account. Any disputed responsibility, casualty figure, battlefield claim or single-source assertion should be treated as unconfirmed/hearsay unless confirmed by another reliable source or a named official. The first episode focuses on Warso and Thar Htet, a politically active couple who fled Myanmar to live in Thailand due to their involvement in revolutionary efforts against the military junta. Both describe their participation in protests and guerrilla resistance after the coup, detailing the crackdown tactics used by military forces, including the use of smoke bombs and rubber bullets during demonstrations.

Warso, previously an online clothing entrepreneur, joined protests fearing the loss of freedom, while Thar Htet, formerly a private school teacher, describes his motivation to oppose the military’s recurring coups and join armed resistance training with the People’s Defense Force (PDF). Their relationship developed amid these hardships and mutual support in the struggle.

Known from the source

• The podcast series "War and Love: Stories of Love in Times of Conflict" is produced by Waso’s Ideas and focuses on relationships formed amid Myanmar’s conflict since the 2021 coup.
• Warso and Thar Htet, the couple featured, relocated to Thailand due to their participation in anti-junta activism.
• Both individuals have been involved in protests and armed resistance activities, including guerrilla strikes in Yangon.
• The military has used smoke bombs and rubber bullets against protesters, causing injuries and arrests.
• The podcast won the 2026 Gwen Robinson Fellowship.

What remains unclear

The couple’s story also depicts the creation of safe houses in Yangon to facilitate guerrilla strikes, highlighting the risks faced by those opposing the junta, who may be killed or interrogated if caught. Warso’s emotional connection is also symbolized by their dog Noe Noe, described as a constant companion during turbulent times.

What remains unclear: Confirm whether the central claim is corroborated; until then treat it as unconfirmed/hearsay. Full verification of the couple’s roles and activities in the PDF and any combat actions described. Confirmation of details around military crackdowns and the scope of violence experienced by protesters. Validation of the podcast’s publication date, awards, and host credentials.

Evidence note

Outside Brief has kept this brief source-led and attributed. Claims should be read alongside the original source linked below.

Original source: DVB English. Open the source.