Taiwan Talk
ICRT
Taiwan is patchwork quilt of diverse, motiving personalities. The show features politicians who make history, entrepreneurs whose innovations help keep the global economy afloat, and artists who explore creativity in fascinating, inspiring ways. Taiwan Talk tells stories from the unique perspectives of Taiwan all over the world. From those at home, those abroad, and those who’ve chosen to make this island their home.
Taiwan Talk airs on ICRT FM100 at 8am, and in the evening in the 6pm news hour.
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Taiwan Talk airs on ICRT FM100 at 8am, and in the evening in the 6pm news hour.
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Hosting provided by SoundOn
Episodes
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Nov 23, 2016 • 39min
Formosan Odyssey
We speak with Taiwan based author John Ross about the re-release of his book Formosan Odyssey, which offers a compelling look at more than 400 years of Taiwan history.
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Nov 21, 2016 • 39min
Peer Pressures the Bullies
We speak with the founders of Peer, a Taiwan based startup that uses cloud based computing and a little educational psychology to give teachers the tools to fight bullying.
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Nov 7, 2016 • 44min
Wei Jiade Gives a Fresh Take
We speak with Italian expat Wei Jiade, who covers a lot of ground in Taiwan working as a TV Host and academic. His new Chinese language book "Mei Zai Pa" draws on that broad perspective to gives a fresh take on the challenges of modern life in Taiwan.
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Nov 2, 2016 • 54min
Taiwan in Time in October
We continue our ongoing series with Taipei Times Features Writer Han Cheung, whose weekly column "Taiwan in Time" highlights important moments in Taiwan's history. In this episode, we discuss his articles for October.
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Oct 24, 2016 • 31min
Global Taiwan Institute: Talking Taiwan in the US
We speak with the executive director of the Global Taiwan Institute, which earlier this year set up shop in Washington DC, making it the only US based think tank that focuses exclusively on Taiwan research.
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Oct 19, 2016 • 33min
"Fresh Off the Boat" in Taipei
Fresh Off the Boat, a US network sitcom that stars a Taiwanese-American immigrant family, filmed nearly its entire season three premier episode in Taiwan. We speak with the show's executive producer, Melvin Mar, about bringing Taiwan to US prime time.
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Oct 7, 2016 • 15min
Podcast Extra: Celebrating Jewish New Year in Taiwan
Rabbi Shlomi Tabib of the Chabad Taipei Jewish Center joins us to tell us how Taiwan's Jewish community will be celebrating in this busy holiday season.
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Oct 3, 2016 • 48min
Biotech Taking Off?
We speak with Taiwan Liposome Company President George Yeh to get an industry insider¡¦s take on the strengths and challenges of biotech in Taiwan. Does Taiwan¡¦s path to an ideas economy go through this much vaunted industry?
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Sep 29, 2016 • 46min
Taiwan in Time in September
We continue our ongoing series with Taipei Times Features Writer Han Cheung, whose weekly column "Taiwan in Time" highlights important moments in Taiwan's history. In this episode, we discuss his articles for September.
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Sep 19, 2016 • 29min
A Vegan's Guide to Taiwan
In this episode, we speak to Jesse Duffield about his new Taiwan travel books aimed at helping vegan and vegetarian travelers stay well fed during their stay in Taiwan.
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