Shows
Taiwan TalkICRT Exclusive: Michelin's leading voices on what went into the 2025 Taiwan GuideInternational Director of The Michelin Guides Gwendal Poullennec returns to Taiwan Talk to share his thoughts about how Taiwan's dining scene evolved for the better after the pandemic. And in this exclusive chat, one of the guide's anonymous chief inspectors tells us how the guides identify and rank Taiwan's acclaimed Bib Gourmand restaurants. Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo.
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2025-10-1413 minTaiwan TalkFormer AmCham head Rob Parker Recalls ICRT's Early DaysIn late 1978, Taiwan faced one of its most impactful challenges, when Washington announced plans to switch recognition to Beijing. Fears rose over Taiwan potentially losing one of its strongest allies. Members of the international community also worried about many other practical concerns, such as the continuation of English-language radio in Taiwan, and international schooling for their children. American lawyer Rob Parker played an important role in helping Taiwan through this difficult time, including actively lobbying for passage of the Taiwan Relations Act, establishing International Community Radio Taipei (ICRT), and Taipei American School. ICRT’s Tim Berge talks to Parker...
2025-07-3012 minTaiwan TalkTaipei Looks to Uncover its Hidden Mojo with "Trendy Taipei"Taipei means different things to different people… but the city is looking to make it as a trendy destination too. Organizers behind this year's "Trendy Tapei" speak to ICRT about what motivated the city government to come up with what they hope will be one of Taiwan's biggest cultural events this year. Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo.
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2024-09-0211 minTaiwan TalkThe Muddy Basin Ramblers Aren't Your Everyday Taiwan Musical GroupPlastic basins, chopsticks, broom handles and traditional American washboards may not be your everyday musical instruments, but that's exactly what jug bands use to create their unique sound. The Muddy Basin Ramblers first formed in 2002, and today they appear at events and music festivals around the island. Band members David Chen, Tim Hogan, TC Lin, and Cristina Paradise were at the ICRT studios to talk about how the band was formed, what their future is -- and to share their unique sound. Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo.
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2024-08-0910 min
Taiwan This WeekICRT-TVBS World Taiwan Election Roundtable SpecialThis week's edition is a special ICRT-TVBS World Taiwan election roundtable event recorded at the National Taiwan Normal University in Taipei.
Host Gavin Phipps is joined by National Chengchi University Assistant Professor Lev Nachman; Bloomberg Taipei Bureau Chief Samson Ellis; independent journalist, writer, and host Fan Chi-fei (范琪斐) and Oakland University Associate Professor Su Chiao-ning (蘇巧寧).
The panelist discuss issues including the latest polls and what polling means in Taiwan, how to the candidates are seeking to attract young voters, the China policies of the presidential candidates, the legislative elections and possible presidential election outcomes.
--
Hosting prov...
2023-12-1559 min
ICRT BreakDownAsian Games 亞洲運動會開始! 一起來聊聊亞運歷史 // ft. Light、Dan〈走鐘運動日記 〉A fitness trainer and a history buff? Wow! What an interesting combo! Join BreakDown hosts Tim and Paz as they chat with Light and Dan, co-hosts of the podcast 走鐘運動日記. Learn fascinating details about the Asian Games happening later this month. Then find out what the following mean and if they’re cat’s meows or pet peeves: jump the gun, ever onward, DNF, PB, and PR.
—Vocabulary
Predecessor 前任；前身；前輩(n.)
The Far Eastern Championship Games, held from 1913 to 1934, and the West Asia Games, held in 1934, are considered the predecessors of today’s Asian Games, which held its first edition in 1951.
2023-09-2520 minICRT BreakDown大稻埕夏日節Taipei Summer Festival最佳煙火觀賞點是...? // ft.Jerome 〈旅行熱炒店〉*配合8月航班，煙火施放時間調整至20:35*
*To align with the August flight schedule, the fireworks display time has been adjusted to 8:35 PM.*
Join Tim, Paz, and BreakDown guest Jerome, host of the travel podcast “旅行熱炒店”, as they discuss the fascinating history of Taipei’s Dadaocheng district, the exciting 51-day summer festival there, and some great photo tips for the festival fireworks! Then discover what they think of off the beaten path, no-brainer, and wanderlust.
—Vocabulary
Back alley陋巷；後巷(n.), eatery 餐館(n.), refined 精緻的(adj.), storefront 店面(n.)
Exploring the back alleys of your city might yield unexpected finds hiding behind quiet storefronts, such as a lively neighborhood eatery offering a refined menu of exquisite...
2023-08-2127 minICRT BreakDownTour De France 環法自行車賽必看重點 // ft. Alan、Uncle Greg〈Bike Talk 大叔愛輪事〉Who’s wearing the yellow jersey? Join BreakDown hosts Tim and Paz and their guests Alan and Greg, a.k.a. Uncle, hosts of the Bike Talk大叔愛輪事podcast, as they discuss the Tour de France, the legendary 23-day men’s bicycle race. Then learn about their cat’s meows: hitch a ride, peloton, cycling, and the Grand Tour!
—Vocabulary
Conquer, courageous 攻取；征服(v.) , 勇敢的(adj.)
The courageous riders have to conquer a punishing 3405.6 kilometers route that takes them through all five of France’s mountain ranges.
Prestigious 有聲望的(adj.)
There are many important men’s bicycle races all over the world, but the To...
2023-07-1734 minICRT BreakDown邊開車邊充電？購買電動車的最佳時機？// ft. 兼叔、阿宏〈Car 浮浪〉Tim and Paz talk with 兼叔 and 阿宏, hosts of the Car 浮浪 podcast, about charging electric vehicles (EVs). What are the advantages and disadvantages? Some may not be on your radar yet! Find out if tire kicker, go the extra mile, AI, and autonomous driving are cat’s meows or pet peeves!
—Vocabulary
Outlet 充電插座( n.)
A major challenge of owning an EV in Taiwan is finding an electrical outlet where the car can be charged.
Emission 排放(n.)
Reducing carbon emissions by increasing the use of EVs is a long-term goal of the government.
Infrastructure...
2023-06-1228 minICRT BreakDown用英文談論G7高峰會 // ft. 浩爾、小路〈全球串連早安新聞 Morning Taiwan Glocal News〉Tim and Paz talk with guests Catherine and Howard, hosts of the Morning Taiwan Glocal News daily live podcast. Glocal? That’s a mash-up of “global” and “local”. Learn about the G7 Summit in Hiroshima and its relevance to Taiwan. Discover what you think about text abbreviations, hermit mode, gaslighting, and oxymorons!
—Vocabulary
Delegation代表團(n.) Sidelines 場邊(n.)
Taiwan does not have an official governmental delegation at the G7 Summit; however, it may have contacts and connections on the sidelines.
Imminent 即將發生的(adj.) Slogan 標語；口號(n.)
Tired of empty slogans, Catherine wants the G7 Summit to result in more concrete changes...
2023-05-2231 minICRT BreakDown潑水節Songkran Water Festival 是在打水仗嗎？ // ft. Jeane〈別叫我大使夫人 On the Right Side of the Ambassador〉Join hosts Tim and Paz and their guest, Jeane Huang, host of the podcast “On the Right Side of the Ambassador”. You’ll get a taste of what diplomatic life is like for an ambassador’s wife. You’ll learn about Thailand’s Songkran, which is drenched in tradition, and find out what this episode’s cat’s meows and pet peeves are.
—Vocabulary
Spouse 配偶(n.)
The territory of ambassadors’ spouses is often the home, where they may have extensive entertaining duties.
Diplomatic 外交的(adj.)
In diplomatic circles, the spouse of the ambassador always sits on the...
2023-05-0122 minICRT BreakDown你會被ChatGPT取代嗎 // ft. Ted〈程人頻道 Techporn〉Join Tim, Paz, and BreakDown guest Ted, an engineer and TechPorn podcaster, as they discuss the mind-boggling capabilities and implications of OpenAI's artificial intelligence (AI) tool ChatGPT. Learn how we can improve how we work in collaboration with AI and find out why natural language processing is compelling us to redefine how we learn.
—Vocabulary
Natural language input
ChatGPT-4 can analyze natural language input and generate appropriate and humanlike text responses.
Programmer 程式設計師(n.)
According to Ted, AI can be a powerful tool in assessing the coding of programmers and software engineers.
2023-04-1020 minICRT BreakDown齋戒月 Ramadan // ft. 尚傑〈解鎖地球Unlock the Earth〉In this episode, Tim talks with Shio, ICRT’s weekend DJ and You Shang-Jie (游尚傑), host of Unlock the Earth, a travel podcast. You’ll learn about Ramadan and its fascinating fasting and feasting customs. Then you’ll hear about pet peeves, cat’s meows and - you’ll hear it here first - “cat’s peeves”.
— Vocabulary
Sacrifice 犧牲(v.)
Muslims in Malaysia sacrifice eating from 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. during Ramadan.
Amplify 放大(v.)
He says social media can amplify someone’s mistake, especially if it goes viral.
Cleanse their souls 淨化心靈
Purify their...
2023-03-1524 minICRT BreakDown世界三大嘉年華會 Top 3 Carnivals in the World // ft. Mary〈說點英文Chill Pill English〉Recently, Taiwan has been celebrating the Lunar New Year, and the Lantern Festival.
Join us as we talk about another celebration being observed in France, Italy, and Brazil! Take a break and learn about the origins and customs of Carnival around the world, with ICRT’s Paz and Tim, as they chat with Podcaster, Mary. ICRT BreakDown is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and li...
2023-02-1423 minICRT BreakDown2022 國際技能競賽Good vocational skills can be the ticket to a rewarding career. But did you know, they might also win you a medal at an international competition? Join ICRT’s Hope, Jane and Tim as they chat with Nick and Samuel, two medalists at this year’s WorldSkills competition held at various cities around the world. Not only will you learn more about this competition, but also how good English skills gave them an upper hand.
⠀⠀
ICRT BreakDown is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression...
2022-12-0522 minICRT BreakDown2022 台中爵士音樂節What could be better than enjoying some good music on a cool autumn night? Well, for nine days in October, Taichung residents were serenaded by some of the best jazz music in Taiwan. Join ICRT’s Caitlin, Jane and Tim as they chat about the 2022 Taichung Jazz Festival, including the fun on stage and off stage.
⠀⠀
ICRT BreakDown is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and...
2022-11-2113 minICRT BreakDownGOAL!!! 2022 FIFA 世界盃足球賽準備開踢啦！No matter what you call it, soccer or football, this is a sport the entire world loves! The World Cup kicks off soon and Qatar, and we’re checking up on what to expect in this once every four-year championship series. Hope, Jane and Tim may not be very good on the soccer pitch, but luckily we have guest podcaster John joining us, to tell us all about the 2022 World Cup.
⠀⠀
ICRT BreakDown is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join...
2022-11-0714 minICRT BreakDown最「SPOOKY」的萬聖節要來啦！Ghosts and goblins can be very scary. But once a year, these scary creatures turn into every child’s favorite friend — as Halloween brings the promise of fun and scary costumes, jack-o’-lanterns, and of course, candy! Come trick-or-treating with ICRT, as Paz, Hope and Tim discuss the origins and traditions surrounding Halloween.
⠀⠀
ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and listen!
2022-10-2416 min
2022-10-1206 minICRT BreakDown調漲基本薪資能讓你度過通膨苦日子嗎？Prices keep going up, and making ends meet is growing more and more difficult. Luckily for some workers, with the new year they’ll also see a hike in the minimum wage. Join ICRT’s Jane, Hope and Tim as they discuss how the government is taking steps to alleviate the pain of inflation.
⠀⠀
ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and listen...
2022-10-1113 min2022-10-0306 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 找工作 Look for a job)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「找工作」要如何說？也學學跟「找工作」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-10-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 加班 Overtime)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「加班」要如何說？也學學跟「加班」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-10-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 做什麼? What kind of job you do?)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「做什麼(工作)?」要如何說？也學學相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-10-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 應徵 To hire someone)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「應徵」要如何說？也學學跟「應徵」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-10-0101 min2022-09-2807 min2022-09-2106 minICRT BreakDownWFH or 辦公室，你的選擇是？During the COVID pandemic, we had to learn to avoid crowds. This meant many companies adopted “work from home” to protect their workers’ health, and also allow the business to continue operating. Now that we’re moving beyond COVID, many companies think it’s time for staff to return to the office. Join ICRT’s Jane, Hope, and Tim as they discuss the good and bad about working from home, and whether the best option is a little of both — some days in the office, and some days working from home.
⠀⠀
ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podc...
2022-09-1915 min2022-09-1206 minICRT BreakDown沒有「半導體晶片」的生活會是什麼樣子？We at Break Down went to the automotive lot to kick tires on some new cars, but were startled to learn we’d need to wait for 6-months if we wanted a new set of wheels. That’s right, a global shortage of semiconductor chips is having an impact on all sorts of products, from automobiles to home electronics. Join ICRT’s Jane, Hope, and Tim as they discuss the global shortage, and contemplate a world without our favorite hi-tech toys and gadgets.
⠀⠀
ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English...
2022-09-0513 min2022-09-0506 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 搭什麼去(交通工具) Take (transportation) )這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「搭(交通工具)」要如何說？也學學跟「搭(交通工具)」相關的用語喔，例如：飛機、船! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-09-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 訂票 Reserve Ticket)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「訂票」要如何說？也學學跟「訂票」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-09-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 旅行 Travel)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「旅行」要如何說？也學學跟「旅行」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-09-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 怎麼去？How to get to somewhere?)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「怎麼去？」，「 怎麼走？」要如何說？也學學跟「怎麼去？」，「 怎麼走？」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-09-0101 min2022-08-3106 minICRT BreakDown你的工作將被「AI 人工智慧」取代？放心，沒這麼簡單！電腦和機器人，會不會有一天取代我們的工作？而人工智慧，更是不斷改變我們使用科技，以及跟機器人或是其他新發明的方式。
想要聽聽關於人工智慧或者是大數據的談話，請加入 ICRT 的 Jane, John 還有 Tim 的播客節目 ICRT Break Down 新聞說分明。
聽過之後你就會知道，不需要擔憂有一天人工智慧會搶走你的飯碗了！
⠀⠀
ICRT「新聞說分明」是輕鬆有趣的播客節目，不但增進對某項新聞事件的了解，同時順便學一點英文表達方式。
端一杯咖啡或是好茶，來聽聽新聞說分明。
⠀⠀
Will computers and robots soon replace our jobs? AI, artificial intelligence, is changing how we use technology, and how we interact with new advancements like robots. For more on AI and big data, join ICRT’s Jane, John and Tim as they explore AI. And don’t worry, they’ll tell you how AI may change the employment landscape, but won’t replace human creativity. ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and listen!
⠀⠀
Vocabulary—AI
Personal assistant 可以是真正的助理，也可以是手機裡的個人助理軟體，例如內建在iPhone手機裡的Siri.
⠀⠀
Algorithm 演算法，也就是寫出一連串的數學步驟，讓電腦來完成某項工作。著名的演算法包括尋路(pathfinding)運算，資訊壓縮(audio and video compression)運算等。
⠀⠀
Big data 大數據
B...
2022-08-2312 minICRT BreakDown東西方「鬼月禁忌」知多少鬼月有好多禁忌，比如不能游泳啦，晚上不能洗衣服啦。鬼月和中元節的起源是什麼，如今的人又怎麼過鬼月呢？
ICRT 的 Jane, Hope and Tim 在播客節目中聊到這些古老的傳統，還有世界其他地方的類似節日。
⠀⠀
ICRT 「新聞說分明」是輕鬆有趣的播客節目，不但增進對某項新聞事件的了解，同時順便學一點英文表達方式。
端一杯咖啡或是好茶，來聽聽新聞說分明。
⠀⠀
So many taboos with the Ghost Month. Can’t go swimming, and can’t do my laundry at night. What is the origin of Ghost Month, and how is it celebrated today? In this episode, ICRT’s Jane, Hope and Tim talk about this ancient tradition, and how there are similar festivals in other parts of the world too. ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and listen!
Ghost Month— Vocabulary
Offering 供品
People go to temples bearing offerings for the deity. 人們帶著供品去廟裡貢獻給神。
⠀⠀
Good brothers 好兄弟
傳說鬼月時從地府中出來的遊魂不喜歡被稱為[鬼]，於是有了好兄弟這種...
2022-08-0813 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 超市 Supermarket)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「超市」要如何說？也學學跟「超市」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-08-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 購物廣場 Shopping center)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「購物中心」要如何說？也學學跟「購物中心」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-08-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 便利商店 convenience store)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「便利商店」要如何說？也學學跟「便利商店」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-08-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 網路購物 Online shopping)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「網路購物」要如何說？也學學跟「網路購物」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-08-0101 minICRT BreakDown暑假到了就是要用「國旅補助」出去玩啊！太陽又大又熱，該去哪裡度假呢？最好是可以騎腳踏車，或者去有游泳池的地方？
今天的播客節目，ICRT 的 Jane, Hope 和 Tim 聊到政府為了振興觀光業所推出的補助方案，不論是對自由行旅客或是團客都有補助，遊樂園門票也有打折。
所以打包行李，也別忘了帶上游泳衣和防曬油喔！
⠀⠀⠀
ICRT 「新聞說分明」是輕鬆有趣的播客節目，不但增進對某項新聞事件的了解，同時順便學一點英文表達方式。
端一杯咖啡或是好茶，來聽聽新聞說分明。
⠀⠀⠀
It’s hot outside, and we’re ready for a summer getaway! Time to find a nice travel destination to enjoy some biking, or maybe lounge next to the hotel swimming pool? In this episode, ICRT’s Jane, Hope and Tim talk about the government’s recent plan to offer travelers discounts on domestic hotel stays, tour groups and amusement parks. So pack your suitcase, and don’t forget your swimsuit and the sunscreen. ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and listen!
⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀
Domestic hotel subsidies—Vocabulary
Subsidy 補助
The Tourism Bureau is offering a subsidy program to hotels that’ll be in effect from July 15th to December 15th or...
2022-07-2511 minICRT BreakDown溫布頓網球賽已經開始了！夏天到了，是享受陽光，流汗運動的好時光。網球就是很受歡迎的夏日運動，本周ICRT 製作部的John, 加入新聞部的Paz and Tim來討論溫布頓網球大賽，還有跟大賽相關的傳統。所以穿上你的白色運動服，拿些新鮮草莓和鮮奶，舒舒服服來聽聽為什麼溫布頓這麼特別。ICRT “新聞說分明”是輕鬆有趣的播客節目，不但增進對某項新聞事件的了解，同時順便學一點英文表達方式。所以來吧，來聽聽新聞說分明。
⠀⠀⠀
Summer is upon us, and it’s time to get outside, enjoy the sun, and get some exercise. One popular summer sport is tennis. This week, ICRT’s John joins Paz and Tim as they talk about Wimbledon, and some of the traditions that surround this world famous tournament. So put on your best white clothes, grab some strawberries and cream, and find out what makes Wimbledon so special. ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and listen!
⠀⠀⠀
Wimbledon — Vocabulary
Digress 離題
She digressed from her prepared speech to pay tribute to the President.
她沒有照原先準備好的文稿講話，轉而向總統致意。
⠀⠀⠀
Grass (tennis) court 草地球場, clay court 紅土球場, h...
2022-07-0414 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 天氣 Weather)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「天氣」要如何說？也學學跟「天氣」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-07-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 颱風 Typhoon)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「颱風」要如何說？也學學跟「颱風」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-07-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 下雨 Rain)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「下雨」要如何說？也學學跟「下雨」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-07-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 溫度 Temperate)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「溫度」要如何說？也學學跟「溫度」相關的用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-07-0101 minICRT BreakDown一起從「防疫保單」來學相關保險英文吧！我們都需要保險，以防萬一。本周我們談到新冠肺炎保險，和這項保險引起的一些爭議。保險是我們在有傷損的時候可以獲得的一些保障，但是假如太多被保險人同時需要賠償呢？
ICRT新聞主播 Hope, Jane and Tim 在「新聞說分明」播客節目中，討論到這個議題。這個節目輕鬆好玩，不但傳播新聞，也讓聽眾順便增進英文單字，知道一些英語會話方式。所以來杯咖啡或是好茶，坐下來聽聽吧！
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
We all need insurance to prepare for a rainy day. Join us this week as we chat about COVID insurance, and the controversy it has created in Taiwan. Insurance can provide coverage when we suffer a loss, but what happens when too many people are in need of insurance compensation at the same time? ICRT Break Down, features ICRT News Anchors Jane Lee, Hope Ngo and Tim Berge. ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and listen!
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Pandemic insurance—Vocabulary
Pandemic insurance 防疫保險
Many people in Taiwan bought pandemic insurance policies in the hope that they would have better protection amid the unpredictable development of...
2022-06-1312 min
TaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 26: Dawen WangAs we come to the end of this interview series, it's time to reconnect with an old friend. Joey calls up his pal and foremer ICRT colleague, Dawen Wang, to find out how life is Shanghai. The two chat about the singer-songwriter's new-found skillset, music director for a concert series, and what it's like for a performer to traverse the age of new media.
2022-06-0212 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 25: Lukas EngstromThere are many people working hard to introduce Taiwan's splendor to the rest of the world... And one of those people is Lukas Engstrom, a Swedish YouTuber here in Taiwan, who has collaborated with various content creators all over the island. In Trevor's final interview, he chats with Lukas about his prolific video production strategies, and what has appealed to his audiences so far.
2022-06-0212 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 公車 Bus)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「公車」要如何說？也學學搭公車時會用到的相關用語喔！一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-06-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 停車 Park a car)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「停車」要如何說？也學學停車時會用到的相關用語喔！一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-06-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 捷運 MRT)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「捷運」要如何說？也學學搭捷運時會用到的相關用語喔！一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-06-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 計程車 Cab)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「捷運」要如何說？也學學搭捷運時會用到的相關用語喔！一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-06-0101 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 24: Jaguar JonzeWhat's it like to be born in Japan, raised in Australia, but with roots in Taiwan? As a child of multicultural backgrounds, Jaguar Jonze was almost chosen to represent Australia in 2022's Eurovision Song Contest. This week, Joey speaks with the Australian-Taiwanese singer-songwriter about what it's like to be a stinky tofu lover growing up in vegemite country.
2022-05-3011 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 23: Rifat §d»ñHow has Taiwan's media landscape grown together with international culture? Rifat, also known as §d»ñ (Wu Feng), is a veteran host, comedian, and TV personality in Taiwan, and the first foreigner to win the coveted Golden Bell Award, in 2012. In this episode, Trevor chats with Rifat about his experiences as a bridge between Taiwan and his home country of Turkey, as well as his recent collaboration with TaiwanPlus.
2022-05-3013 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 22: Jason WangDo you like your dinner aromatic and delicious, or shocking and surprising? Before you answer, let Master Chef contestant, Jason Wang, tell you all about the story behind each dish in his new Taiwanese culinary show "Jason's Table". This week, the former opera singer and music teacher shares his passion for connecting with over traditional foods.
2022-05-3015 minICRT BreakDown2022 世界環境日在瑞典今年我們聚焦在這項由聯合國贊助、瑞典主辦的活動－「世界環境日」，世界環境日的目標在提升大家對環境保護的認識，今年的主題：「只有一個地球」，強調永續生活的觀念。
ICRT 新聞主播 Hope, Jane, and Tim 在「新聞說分明」播客節目中，聊到在日常生活中培養環保意識。
從省電、回收垃圾到減塑，「新聞說分明」是個輕鬆好玩的 Podcast，不但傳播新聞，也讓聽眾順便增進英文單字、知道一些英語會話方式。所以來杯咖啡或是好茶，坐下來聽聽吧！
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Join us as we celebrate World Environment Day! This year the spotlight will be on Sweden for this UN-sponsored event to promote environmental awareness and protection. The slogan this year is Only One Earth, highlighting the need to live sustainably. Take a break with ICRT’s Jane, Hope and Tim, as they discuss ways to incorporate environmental awareness into our everyday lives, from conserving electricity to using less plastic and recycling. ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in the news. So, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Just sit back, relax, and listen!
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
World Environment Day— Vocabulary
Sustainability 永續發展
Some enterprises have begun to take steps to incorporate sustainability in their businesses, choosing sustainably sourced raw materials or adopting the rel...
2022-05-3012 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 21: Sam YarbsWhere did the sudden explosion of standup comedy culture in Taiwan come from, and where is it going? This week, Trevor chats with Sam Yarbs, the cofounder of Taipei's popular Two Three Comedy Club, about his work on The Night Night Show (³Õ®¦©]©]¨q), comedy across the language barrier, and the future of standup in Taiwan.
2022-05-2317 minICRT BreakDown美國NBA職籃季後賽The NBA playoffs are upon us! Join us this week as we chat about shooting some hoops and enjoy the fun of an NBA game. This week on ICRT Break Down, DJ Ron Stuart stops by to explain the playoffs to ICRT News Anchors Jane Lee, Hope Ngo and Tim Berge.
Together they’ll make a slam dunk as they delve into what makes an NBA game so exciting, and avoid getting themselves sidelined. ICRT Break Down is a fun and relaxing podcast to help you build your English vocabulary, and improve your understanding of common expression in th...
2022-05-2314 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 20: Janice YenWhat does an opera singer sound like when she goes pop? What if she also has her own podcast? If you are intrigued, meet Janice Yen, a classically-trained singer raised by composers and traditional instrumentalists who wow'ed Taiwan's Mandopop industry when she appeared on the singing competition show "Top Million Star".
2022-05-1814 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 19: Victor LauWhere is the "old capital" of Mandopop? What are some of the new chanllenges facing aritst and record labels today? This week, Joey catches up with singer-turned-label-manager and father-of-two, Victor Lau, to talk about the how Taiwan's music industry has changed over the years and how to allow room for creativity in the presence of big-data.
2022-05-1814 minICRT BreakDown關於報稅，你準備好了嗎？本周節目由新聞部的 Jane, Paz 還有 Tim 領銜主演，一起來聽他們在咖啡時間討論報稅期限、免稅額、以及在台灣的外國人負擔怎樣的稅率等等。
除外，他們還提到各種報稅方式，例如手機上網報稅，甚至還告訴聽眾該如何節稅。
讓人頭痛的報稅，在節目中瞬間變得簡單易懂，所以來杯咖啡或茶，聽聽我們的聊天吧！
本節目由 ICRT 與 NDC 國發會共同製播
This week, join ICRT Newsroom’s Jane, Paz and Tim as they take a break from the office, and discuss tax time. When is the tax deadline, what are deductions, and what’s the tax rate for foreign residents in Taiwan? We discuss it all, including how to file your taxes, doing it online, and even ways to lower your tax burden. Plus, we’ll make all of this fun and easy to understand. Best of all, join us with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. Sit back, relax, and listen!
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-05-1612 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 難過 Upset)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「難過」要如何說？也學學在什麼樣的情況下會用到「難過」的相關用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-05-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 可怕 Frightened)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「可怕」要如何說？也學學在什麼樣的情況下會用到「可怕」的相關用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-05-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 開心 Happy)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「開心」要如何說？也學學在什麼樣的情況下會用到「開心」的相關用語喔! 一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-05-0101 min
We Love Hakka 客家風情We Love Hakka (Phrase: 生氣 Angry)這一集，帶你認識客家單詞「生氣」要如何說？也學在什樣的情況下會用到「生氣」相關用語喔！一起來聽聽ICRT DJ Joseph 以及客語老師-彭月春的趣味教學吧！
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2022-05-0101 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 18: Matan ShelomiDo you get bitten by mosquitoes more than your friends do? Are you allergic to silkworms? And why are insects disappearing at such an alarming rate? As an NTU professor of Entomology (the study of insects) Matan Shelomi addresses these questions and more. In today's episode, host Trevor joins Matan for a fascinating trip through the world of insects!
2022-04-2218 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 17: Stephen RongHow many different ways can a person perform? Stephen Rong is a renaissance man of talent, as an actor, singer, dancer, model, podcaster, and radio DJ. This week, Trevor chats with Stephen about his role in the acapella group "Awkwapella", and its stark contrast with his murder-mystery podcast, ¡i·t¶Â´ËªL¡j.
2022-04-2118 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 16: Sophie Chen ¤E¤E"Je Me Souviens" is the motto of Quebec, Canada, where Sophie Chen calls home. In English, it means "I remember". This week, Joey asks Sophie to remember her upbringing in Montreal and her multiple appearances in large-scale singing competition shows such as "The Voice of China" and "Jungle Voice 3" (Taiwan).
2022-04-2013 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 15: Isabella TanWhat is it like being a Taiwanese filmmaker abroad? This week, Trevor chats with Isabella Tan, a young director who grew up in Taiwan and Malaysia, and is forging her own path in the U.S. Isabella talks about her experiences in the film industry, as well as Asian and female representation in front of and behind the cameras.
2022-04-2014 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 14: Dooley CandlerTaiwan may not be a "cultural melting pot" per se, but it certainly is home to many long-stay visitors from around the world. Some are employed via working visas. Some started businesses ventures. Some even became local celebrities. Dooley Candler, an American performer and entrepreneur from Phoenix, Arizona, has done all of the above. This is his story.
2022-04-2014 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 13: Quincy DavisNot only has Quincy Davis played basketball for Taiwan's national team... but he has also become a Taiwanese citizen! This week, speaks with Quincy about becoming a citizen, playing basketball for Taiwan around the world, and inspiring the younger generations of Taiwan to try their hands and feet at sports.
2022-03-0412 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 12: Dena ChangWe live in the age of slashies, and Dena Chang is the epitome of this phenomenon. She trained as a nurse, became a teacher, succeeded as a YouTuber and released music as a singer-songwriter. This week, Joey speaks with Dena about how she turns her experience with cancer patients into beautiful melodies that heals the soul.
2022-02-2209 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 11: Tobie OpenshawIn a world where almost anyone can make a movie, how do we decide which stories to tell? This week, Trevor chats with Tobie Openshaw, a filmmaker, photographer, and advocate for Taiwan's next generation of visual storytellers. Tobie has a lot to say about his work with Taiwan's indigenous stories, his experiences documenting the Sunflower Movement in 2014, and the hurdles that young filmmakers have to overcome in getting their work into the world.
2022-02-1517 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 10: Andersaucy & Danny ChienAs Taiwan calabrates lunar new year and turns over a new leaf, what are some of our proudest moments in 2021? This week, Joey speaks with 2nd Annual Doritos Taiwan Hip Hop Competition champ, Andersaucy, and his producer, Danny Chien, about how "That Taiwan Rap" came about and what it's like growing up as an ABT (American Born Taiwanese).
2022-02-0914 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 10: Andersaucy & Danny ChienAs Taiwan calabrates lunar new year and turns over a new leaf, what are some of our proudest moments in 2021? This week, Joey speaks with 2nd Annual Doritos Taiwan Hip Hop Competition champ, Andersaucy, and his producer, Danny Chien, about how "That Taiwan Rap" came about and what it's like growing up as an ABT (American Born Taiwanese).
2022-02-0714 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 9: Emily WuWhat are podcasts, and why are they recently becoming more popular in Taiwan? Well, it's partly thanks to Emily Wu, a co-founder of Ghost Island Media, one of Taiwan's most popular podcast networks! ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Emily about Ghost Island Media's first shows, her work in Taiwan's media industry, and the future of podcasts in Taiwan.
2022-01-2813 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 8: Brandon ThompsonIs there an idea too crazy to be given a breath of life? For event organizer, MC and performer, Brandon Thompson, the answer is "never". This week, Joey speaks with the 15-year expat to Taiwan about the changes he's observed during his stay in Taiwan, and what are some of the fun ideas for events he's got coming out of left field.
2022-01-2111 min
News For KidsBird Songs Beat PopIf you listen to ICRT, you can hear all the newest pop songs.
ICRT can also tell you what the top ten pop albums are in Taiwan, Japan, America, the U.K., and lots of other places.
ICRT可以告訴你世界各地最熱門的流行音樂專輯排名。
But, you will never guess what pop album was in the top ten in Australia just last month… actually, it was in the top 5! Do you know why you will never guess? Because it's not a pop album!
One of the top five albums in Australia last month was an album of bird sounds!
上個月澳洲排行前五名的音樂專輯，有一張不是流行音樂，而是鳥叫聲！
Bird sounds! Yep! Cool, huh?
The bird song album is special. It has the sounds of more than 50 birds in Australia that need help.
專輯裡面聽到的50幾種鳥，都是需要幫助的鳥類...
2022-01-1905 minTaiwanPlus x ICRTTaiwanPlus x ICRT Episode 7: PriyaHow difficult is it to translate between languages in real time? Very difficult indeed! That's why Priya Lalwani-Purswaney, also known as §õ¬Ü§g, has such a unique perspective on the multiple languages and cultures with which she grew up. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi speaks with Priya about her work as a simultaneous interpreter of Chinese, English, and Hindi, and her role as a cultural bridge between India and Taiwan.
2022-01-1713 min
News For KidsSounds Can Make You HappyDo you hear that? It's the sound of waves on the beach. How does it make you feel? Pretty good, right?
Let's listen to another sound. Oh, I love the sound of birds singing. It makes me feel so relaxed.
Why am I playing you these sounds? It's because I want to tell you about a survey.
The survey was done by a company that sells mostly glasses. The company also sells things to help people hear better, called hearing aids. The company wanted to know the sounds that make people feel happy.
一家眼鏡公司，他們也做助聽器，最近完成了一項調查，想了解什麼樣的聲音會讓人覺得開心。
One of the sounds was a waterfall.
瀑布的水聲。
Another sound that made people feel happy was trees blowing in the wind.
樹葉在風中搖曳的沙沙聲。
Anoth...
2021-11-1605 minTaiwan TalkTaiwan from an International PerspectiveBrian Hioe is a founding member of New Bloom Magazine, and a regular correspondent for news agencies including Taiwan Plus and ICRT.
ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi speaks to Brian about his recent contribution to an extensive feature story on Taiwan by HBO's "Last Week Tonight", hosted by John Oliver, which is some of the most mainstream coverage of Taiwan by the U.S. in recent years.
You can find more from Brian on New Bloom:
https://newbloommag.net/
And you can follow Brian on social media:
https://twitter.com/brianhioe
2021-11-0713 min2021-06-2105 minTaiwan This WeekICRT Asia-Pacific Youth Association US election roundtable specialRecorded at the National Taiwan University's GIS Convention Center, and jointly organized by the Asia-Pacific Youth Association and ICRT, this special show features regular ICRT commentator Ross Feingold, Albert Chiu, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Taichung's Donghai University and National Taiwan University Professor of Political Science Huang Min-hua -- who discuss the ramifications for Taiwan be it a Donald Trump re-election or a Joe Biden White House for the next four years.
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2020-10-2949 min2020-06-0204 min
2020-01-3004 min2019-12-3004 minTaiwan This WeekICRT-ECCT 2020 presidential election specialThis week's show was recorded at the ICRT-ECCT 2020 presidential election roundtable event in Taipei.
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2019-10-1854 min2019-10-0402 min2019-09-2702 min2019-09-0902 min2019-09-0502 min2019-08-3002 min2019-08-2302 min
Joey's Real TalkJoey's Real Talk Episode 2 - Taiwan's Same-sex Marriage RulingTaiwan¡¦s much anticipated high-court ruling on same-sex marriage Join ICRT¡¦s Nancy Sun, Philip Brossard and Joey Chou as they discuss the development of marriage equality rights in Taiwan compared to those in other countries around the world
2017-07-1124 minJoey's Real TalkJoey's Real Talk Episode 2 - Taiwan's Same-sex Marriage RulingTaiwan¡¦s much anticipated high-court ruling on same-sex marriage Join ICRT¡¦s Nancy Sun, Philip Brossard and Joey Chou as they discuss the development of marriage equality rights in Taiwan compared to those in other countries around the world
2017-07-1124 min
Politics – ICRT BlogICRT-ECCT November 2014 local elections roundtable airs on ICRT Tuesday Nov. 4 at 9pmInternational Community Radio Taipei in conjunction with the European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan last week hosted a panel of high profile experts from across the political spectrum for a preview of the upcoming local elections, to be held on Saturday November 29, 2014. The roundtable discussion aired on ICRT FM100 this Tuesday November 4, 2014 at 9pm. Moderated by ICRT’s morning news anchor and Taiwan editor Gavin Phipps, the panel featured speakers Shen Fu-hsiung, political and economic commentator, Joanna Lei, the CEO of thinktank Chunghua 21st Century and Joseph Wu, the Secretary-General of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). Panelists discussed and analyzed the va...
2014-11-0345 min
Taiwan TalkNEW SHOW: HereSay at Taipei Story SlamThis is the trial run of ICRT's new show, HereSay, a show featuring spoken word performances from Taiwan. To give us feedback on the show, please send an email to keith@icrt.com.tw.
--
Hosting provided by SoundOn
2014-05-0948 min