Shows
Taiwan On-Air 空中直播台灣Book Chat: "The Suspended Island: Taiwan and the Balance of the World" (LUISS UP, 2022)In this podcast, the host, Lara Momesso, interviews Dr Stefano Pelaggi, Adjunct Professor at Sapienza University in Rome. The two discuss Dr Pelaggi’s most recent book, L’Isola Sospesa. Taiwan e Gli Equilibri del Mondo (The Suspended Island: Taiwan and the Balance of the World) published by LUISS University Press in 2022. In this engaging chat, Dr Pelaggi shares with the audience how he decided to write a book on Taiwan in Italian language, how we selected the main themes of the chapters, and his views on the future of Taiwan. This podcast is for anyone interested in publications on Tai...
2023-06-0233 min
Taiwan On-Air 空中直播台灣Academic Chat: Reflecting on Hu Tai-li’s Indigenous Ethnographic Work in TaiwanIn this episode, our host, Niki Alsford, invites Prof Scott Simon, the Chair of Taiwan Studies at the University of Ottawa, to share his thoughts and reflections on Prof Hu Tai-li 胡台麗, who pioneered documentary ethnography in Taiwan. Prof Simon talks about how he considers Hu's contributions and influence in academia, especially on the subject of ethnic relations in Taiwan. He further shares his insights on Hu’s documentary, The Voices of Orchid Island, and he further addresses the nuclear waste and over-tourism issues beyond what the viewers see in the documentary. In the second part of the interview, Prof Simon ta...
2023-03-1711 min
Taiwan On-Air 空中直播台灣Book Chat: "Taiwan’s Green Parties. Alternative Politics in Taiwan" (Routledge, 2021)In this podcast, the host, Lara Momesso, interviews Prof Dafydd Fell, Director of the Centre of Taiwan Studies at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London. The two discuss Prof Fell’s most recent book, “Taiwan’s Green Parties. Alternative Politics in Taiwan” published by Routledge in 2021. In this engaging chat, Prof Fell shares with the audience how he decided to write a book on green parties in Taiwan, the relevance that alternative and small parties may have on the overall evolution of the political debate in Taiwan, and the results of the recent local elections in Taiwan...
2023-03-1529 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Brief: DPP leans in hard on China threat, shoots itself in the footThe DPP had a golden opportunity to own a substantive issue relevant to local elections but only offered slogans and grandstanding, and they may pay the price at the ballot box. Plus some news not in the English press.
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Taiwan Brief is a Taiwan political news show with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
The DPP had a golden opportunity...
2022-11-2413 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Brief: DPP leans in hard on China threat, shoots itself in the footThe DPP had a golden opportunity to own a substantive issue relevant to local elections but only offered slogans and grandstanding, and they may pay the price at the ballot box. Plus some news not in the English press.
More Podcasts at www.report.tw or anchor.fm/taiwanreport and consider sponsoring us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/taiwanreport
Taiwan Brief is a Taiwan political news show with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
The DPP had a golden opportunity...
2022-11-2413 min
Taiwan SalonTaiwan Salon, Episode 10: Sara Lin, Natalie Tso, and Emily Y. Wu on MediaIn this episode of Taiwan Salon, host and GTI Research Assistant Adrienne Wu interviews three representatives of Taiwan's emerging news media: Sara Lin, director of public Relations for Taiwan Plus News; Natalie Tso, host and producer at Radio Taiwan International; and Emily Y. Wu, co-founder and CEO of Ghost Island Media. While growing interest in cross-Strait relations has led to greater international coverage of Taiwan, many western media sources still focus on Taiwan from a narrow perspective on military and political developments. For this special panel episode, we explore media narratives surrounding Taiwan, and discuss how to broaden the...
2022-11-0447 minTaiwan SalonTaiwan Salon, Episode 9: Awi Mona on Taiwan’s Indigenous CommunitiesIn this episode of Taiwan Salon, host and GTI Research Assistant Adrienne Wu and Program Assistant Zoe Weaver-Lee interview Dr. Awi Mona, Associate Professor of Law and Indigenous Studies at National Dong Hwa University. Taiwan’s cultural policies have aimed to expand the definition of Taiwanese to be more multicultural. In this episode, Dr. Awi discusses how Taiwan’s indigenous communities have been treated domestically and how they factor into Taiwan’s image internationally.
2022-10-2830 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Brief: KMT Taoyuan pick shocks, provokes intense backlash across TaiwanEric Chu announces the KMT Taoyuan mayoral candidate will be Simon Chang, and everyone immediately goes into shock. Outrage in the KMT is spreading across Taiwan, and Chu has managed to infuriate almost everyone with this move.
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Taiwan Brief is a Taiwan political news show with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
2022-05-2412 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Brief: KMT Taoyuan pick shocks, provokes intense backlash across TaiwanEric Chu announces the KMT Taoyuan mayoral candidate will be Simon Chang, and everyone immediately goes into shock. Outrage in the KMT is spreading across Taiwan, and Chu has managed to infuriate almost everyone with this move.
More Podcasts at www.report.tw or anchor.fm/taiwanreport and consider sponsoring us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/taiwanreport
Taiwan Brief is a Taiwan political news show with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
2022-05-2412 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Brief – Nicaragua cuts ties. Good riddance.An ostensibly left authoritarian state switched diplomatic recognition to China. Surprise, surprise. It’s not a bad thing for Taiwan, in spite of reducing diplomatic partners to 14. It better aligns Tsai’s vision of Taiwan’s place in the world with reality.
Article: https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/4376645
More Podcasts at www.report.tw or anchor.fm/taiwanreport and consider sponsoring us on Patreon.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a Taiwan political news show with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreig...
2021-12-1717 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Brief – Nicaragua cuts ties. Good riddance.An ostensibly left authoritarian state switched diplomatic recognition to China. Surprise, surprise. It’s not a bad thing for Taiwan, in spite of reducing diplomatic partners to 14. It better aligns Tsai’s vision of Taiwan’s place in the world with reality.
Article: https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/4376645
More Podcasts at www.report.tw or anchor.fm/taiwanreport and consider sponsoring us on Patreon.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a Taiwan political news show with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreig...
2021-12-1717 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Brief – KMT women own central TaiwanTaichung, Changhua and Yunlin are run by first-term KMT women, and Nantou’s KMT has chosen a woman for their candidate for commissioner, meaning in 2022 all of central Taiwan’s KMT candidates will be women. Why are they so dominant?
More Podcasts at www.report.tw or anchor.fm/taiwanreport and consider sponsoring us on Patreon.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a Taiwan political news show with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
2021-11-1009 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Brief – KMT women own central TaiwanTaichung, Changhua and Yunlin are run by first-term KMT women, and Nantou’s KMT has chosen a woman for their candidate for commissioner, meaning in 2022 all of central Taiwan’s KMT candidates will be women. Why are they so dominant?
More Podcasts at www.report.tw or anchor.fm/taiwanreport and consider sponsoring us on Patreon.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a Taiwan political news show with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
2021-11-1009 min
Taiwan ReportRadioactive Taiwan Part 1 (Now a Finalist for the People's Choice Podcast Awards!)This is a part 1 of Radioactive Taiwan, a People's Choice Podcast Awards Finalist for 2021 (we may still win, who knows?).
When President Jimmy Carter de-recognized Taiwan, the American military radio station that broadcast to American soldiers and thousands of Taiwanese had to leave Taiwan. American businessmen demanded that the Taiwan government authorize an English-language radio station … and International Community Radio Taipei (ICRT) was born. ICRT became an active, community minded radio station, that worked with the people of Taiwan, to internationalize the country. Taiwan's youth were experiencing a cultural, economic and political awakening that coincided with ICRT's bi...
2021-08-1706 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – US-Taiwan Relations Part IIIThis is part three of a three-part series based on my lecture at Tunghai University. This part starts in 2020, covers Taiwan’s rise on the world stage, the 2020 election and Biden’s first hundred days in relation to Taiwan.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
2021-05-1220 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – US-Taiwan Relations Part IIIThis is part three of a three-part series based on my lecture at Tunghai University. This part starts in 2020, covers Taiwan’s rise on the world stage, the 2020 election and Biden’s first hundred days in relation to Taiwan.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
2021-05-1220 min
Surfing Sisterhood Taiwan 衝浪雙椒EP 9 (Eng.) Intro about Surfing Sisterhood Taiwan (Feat. Daisy and Cindy)Yep, you’ve guessed it. This episode is a quick introduction about Surfing Sisterhood Taiwan and how the show’s main hosts Daisy and Cindy started it all.
Daisy and Cindy are elated to announce that they we will begin making podcasts in English. Get ready world because here comes Surfing Sisterhood Taiwan!
Lastly, Daisy and Cindy would love to read all your reviews or hear your voice messages on their podcast. ❤️
Surfing Sisterhood Taiwan Instagram: https://instagram.com/surfingsisterhoodtaiwan
#衝浪雙椒 #SurfingSisterhoodTaiwan #DaisyandCindy #taiwan #sisterhood #surfergirl
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Daisy and Cindy are passionate surfers from Taiwan. With similar background and personality, they became close friends in 2017. Join them to learn about their surf stories, knowledge, surf term...
2021-03-3006 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – The world grows dependant on Taiwan's tech giantsTwo of Taiwan's tech giants, TSMC and Hon Hai (aka Foxconn) are making moves that could change the planet--and make world economies, production and militaries even more dependant on Taiwan. This has huge national security implications for Taiwan, and makes Taiwan's continued independence crucial for the national security of the free world.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding...
2021-02-1714 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – The world grows dependant on Taiwan's tech giantsTwo of Taiwan's tech giants, TSMC and Hon Hai (aka Foxconn) are making moves that could change the planet--and make world economies, production and militaries even more dependant on Taiwan. This has huge national security implications for Taiwan, and makes Taiwan's continued independence crucial for the national security of the free world.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding...
2021-02-1714 minSurfing Sisterhood Taiwan 衝浪雙椒EP 7 (Chi.) 台灣浪點 Taiwan Surf Spots本集跟大家介紹台灣各地的知名衝浪景點及地形，包含北海岸、宜蘭、西岸、墾丁、台東及花蓮的知名浪點。記得幫我們寫Review或語音留言給我們哦。 ❤️
In this episode, we introduce Taiwan’s well known surf spots and it’s geography, including Northern Taiwan, Yilan, West Coast, Kenting, Taitung, and Hualien. Lastly, Daisy and Cindy would love to see your review or hear your voice message about their podcast. ❤️
IG 追蹤衝浪雙椒/ Follow Surfing Sisterhood Taiwan on Instagram: https://instagram.com/surfingsisterhoodtaiwan
「浪人誌 Life Surfer Issue」”台灣衝浪地圖毛巾浪” check out cute towel made by Taiwan Surf Spot Map —> https://lifesurferissue.com/6299/shop-taiwan-surfing-map
#衝浪雙椒 #SurfingSisterhoodTaiwan #DaisyandCindy #浪人誌 #浪點 #lifesurferissue #surfspot
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Daisy和Cindy是兩位充滿熱情的浪人。相似的童年背景及個性，讓她們2017年第一次相遇就成為超要好的姊妹。加入Daisy和Cindy了解她們的衝浪故事、知識、衝浪術語及更多有趣的內容！
Daisy在美國加州和台灣長大，目前從事公關和活動相關工作。Cindy在以色列、加拿大和台灣長大，是個斜槓freelancer及英文老師。她們於2017年開始固定衝浪。
Daisy and Cindy are passionate surfers from Taiwan. With similar background and personality, they became close friends in 2017. Join them to learn about their surf stories, knowledge, surf terms and more!
Daisy grew up in the US and Taiwan and is now working in PR & event. Cindy grew up in Israel, Canada, and Taiwan and is now working as freelancer and English teacher. They started surfing regularly since 2017.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfing-sisterhood-taiwan/message
2021-02-1018 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – Biden admin very pro-TaiwanThe pandemic effect is back in Taiwan, and things are again being canceled. The Biden administration makes previously hidden reassurances to Taiwan official policy, and takes a strong stance. Though Taiwan has removed a major food-based irritant from the US relationship, one remains with Japan.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign...
2021-01-2509 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Biden admin bombshell on TaiwanThe pandemic effect is back in Taiwan, and things are again being canceled. The Biden administration makes previously hidden reassurances to Taiwan official policy, and takes a strong stance. Though Taiwan has removed a major food-based irritant from the US relationship, one remains with Japan.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign...
2021-01-2509 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Biden admin very pro-TaiwanThe Biden administration has finally tipped its hand on Taiwan relations, and it is far stronger, more vocal, more coherent, and pro-Taiwan than even the optimistic foresaw. In this show, we go into those developments, why they are significant, potential pitfalls, and what the future may hold.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics...
2021-01-2208 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – Biden admin very pro-TaiwanThe Biden administration has finally tipped its hand on Taiwan relations, and it is far stronger, more vocal, more coherent, and pro-Taiwan than even the optimistic foresaw. In this show, we go into those developments, why they are significant, potential pitfalls, and what the future may hold.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics...
2021-01-2208 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – US declassifies Framework which calls to defend TaiwanWang Hao-yu gets recalled. Enoch Wu to glide to DPP Taipei head, and plans another legislative run. Pompeo lifts guidelines on official contacts with Taiwan, and most analysts get it totally wrong. US declassifies a Framework that includes defending Taiwan.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
2021-01-1810 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – US declassifies Framework which calls to defend TaiwanWang Hao-yu gets recalled. Enoch Wu to glide to DPP Taipei head, and plans another legislative run. Pompeo lifts guidelines on official contacts with Taiwan, and most analysts get it totally wrong. US declassifies a Framework that includes defending Taiwan.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs.
2021-01-1810 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – US Congress steps up for TaiwanTwo just-passed US laws include important subsections on Taiwan that bind the US government to specific actions on Taiwan, but two other recent moves on Taiwan--a letter sent to US Secretary of State and a bill calling for a free trade agreement--serve to show that not all is well.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan...
2021-01-0208 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – US Congress steps up for TaiwanTwo just-passed US laws include important subsections on Taiwan that bind the US government to specific actions on Taiwan, but two other recent moves on Taiwan--a letter sent to US Secretary of State and a bill calling for a free trade agreement--serve to show that not all is well.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan...
2021-01-0208 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Love from Europe & KMT whipKMT to change their party whip, which is a very interesting move. More polling confirms the DPP is in the mainstream of Taiwan politics. More shows of support for Taiwan from Europe.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up to speed on...
2020-12-0916 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – Love from Europe & KMT whipKMT to change their party whip, which is a very interesting move. More polling confirms the DPP is in the mainstream of Taiwan politics. More shows of support for Taiwan from Europe.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up to speed on...
2020-12-0916 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan supports Australian "freedom wine."Taiwan is standing in support of Australian "freedom wine." Two airlines introduce boarding by facial recognition. Bureau of Labor Funds domestic investment division head arrested. The TPP accuses the government of spending big on "propaganda."
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up...
2020-12-0314 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan supports Australian "freedom wine."Taiwan is standing in support of Australian "freedom wine." Two airlines introduce boarding by facial recognition. Bureau of Labor Funds domestic investment division head arrested. The TPP accuses the government of spending big on "propaganda."
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up...
2020-12-0314 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan isn't a part of ChinaPaint attackers on Causeway Bay Books get minimal sentences. Taiwan is left out of a regional trade bloc. Top Biden aid leaves us in the dark after US representative's call. US and Taiwan in U-turn on Marines training in Taiwan. Mike Pompeo states the obvious: Taiwan isn't a part of China. But up first, headlines.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener...
2020-11-1915 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan isn't a part of ChinaPaint attackers on Causeway Bay Books get minimal sentences. Taiwan is left out of a regional trade bloc. Top Biden aid leaves us in the dark after US representative's call. US and Taiwan in U-turn on Marines training in Taiwan. Mike Pompeo states the obvious: Taiwan isn't a part of China. But up first, headlines.
As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener...
2020-11-1915 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan sends mixed messages to foreignersTaipei Mayor Ko joins opposition to NCC hearings on CTi TV news, which may be influenced by China's United Front. Stimulus vouchers are to be given to APRC holders and diplomats. The Taiwan govt supports businesses over workers in Indonesian worker spat. And lots of headlines.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics...
2020-11-1615 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan sends mixed messages to foreignersTaipei Mayor Ko joins opposition to NCC hearings on CTi TV news, which may be influenced by China's United Front. Stimulus vouchers are to be given to APRC holders and diplomats. The Taiwan govt supports businesses over workers in Indonesian worker spat. And lots of headlines.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics...
2020-11-1615 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – Talk of a Chinese invasion of TaiwanCould vaccines be on the way for Taiwan? Prosecutors say a poo attack was a Chinese conspiracy. Lithuania pledges support for 'those who fight for freedom' in Taiwan. US Marines are in Taiwan participating in training. Talk of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs...
2020-11-1216 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Talk of a Chinese invasion of TaiwanCould vaccines be on the way for Taiwan? Prosecutors say a poo attack was a Chinese conspiracy. Lithuania pledges support for 'those who fight for freedom' in Taiwan. US Marines are in Taiwan participating in training. Talk of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs...
2020-11-1216 minSurfing Sisterhood Taiwan 衝浪雙椒EP 1 (Chi.) 2020 台東金樽國際公開賽_2020 Surf Competition in Taitung Taiwan本集節目將介紹2020舉辦於台東的臺灣國際衝浪公開賽、即時浪況網站及進階衝浪動作英文單字。最後，記得幫我們寫Review或語音留言給我們哦。 ❤️
This episode introduces the 2020 Taiwan Open of Surfing held in Taitung, Taiwan, live surf cam website for Taiwan surf spots, and an advanced surfing maneuver term in English. Lastly, Daisy and Cindy would love to see your review about their podcast or leave them a voice message. ❤️
IG 追蹤衝浪雙椒/ Follow Surfing Sisterhood Taiwan on Instagram: https://instagram.com/surfingsisterhoodtaiwan
#衝浪雙椒 #SurfingSisterhoodTaiwan #DaisyandCindy
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Daisy和Cindy是兩位充滿熱情的浪人。相似的童年背景及個性，讓她們2017年第一次相遇就成為超要好的姊妹。加入Daisy和Cindy了解她們的衝浪故事、知識、衝浪術語及更多有趣的內容！
Daisy在美國加州和台灣長大，目前從事公關和活動相關工作。Cindy在以色列、加拿大和台灣長大，是個斜槓freelancer及英文老師。她們於2017年開始固定衝浪。
Daisy and Cindy are passionate surfers from Taiwan. With similar background and personality, they became close friends in 2017. Join them to learn about their surf stories, knowledge, surf terms and more!
Daisy grew up in the US and Taiwan and is now working in PR & event. Cindy grew up in Israel, Canada, and Taiwan and is now working as freelancer and English teacher. They started surfing regularly since 2017.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/surfing-sisterhood-taiwan/message
2020-11-1212 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan prepares for a Biden presidency & WHOPandemic changes are still coming. Some foreigners may get stimulus vouchers, but only a few. Taiwan GDP forecasts boosted, with 2021 expected to be strong. A German foundation flees Hong Kong for Taipei. More moves to improve Taiwan-Indian ties. Once again, support is building for Taiwan to attend the World Health Assembly. Taiwan prepares for a Biden presidency.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing...
2020-11-0921 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan prepares for a Biden presidency & WHOPandemic changes are still coming. Some foreigners may get stimulus vouchers, but only a few. Taiwan GDP forecasts boosted, with 2021 expected to be strong. A German foundation flees Hong Kong for Taipei. More moves to improve Taiwan-Indian ties. Once again, support is building for Taiwan to attend the World Health Assembly. Taiwan prepares for a Biden presidency.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing...
2020-11-0921 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – US-Taiwan relations go into overdriveThis is another big show on the recent blooming US-Taiwan relationship, which has gone into overdrive. Up first, the State Department visit was low-key, but important. A Taiwan-US meeting in New York was crafty indeed. The waters around a Taiwan-US trade deal are murky. Taiwan representative to the US upgrades herself. US congressman proposes dropping “One China”, recognizing Taiwan diplomatically. Headlines had to be moved to the next show for time reasons.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
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2020-09-2616 min
Taiwan BriefTaiwan Report News Brief – US-Taiwan relations go into overdriveThis is another big show on the recent blooming US-Taiwan relationship, which has gone into overdrive. Up first, the State Department visit was low-key, but important. A Taiwan-US meeting in New York was crafty indeed. The waters around a Taiwan-US trade deal are murky. Taiwan representative to the US upgrades herself. US congressman proposes dropping “One China”, recognizing Taiwan diplomatically. Headlines had to be moved to the next show for time reasons.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiw...
2020-09-2616 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan responds to aggressive Chinese military movesA cool advertisement wins an international award. Taiwan's government responds to PLA incursions. The momentum for trade deals is mounting. The Dalai Lama looks to visit Taiwan. But with all the recent topic-heavy shows, today we've got lots of headlines.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends...
2020-09-1216 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – The Czech Taiwan visit a disaster for ChinaThis is another big show focusing on the surprisingly impactful visit by the Czech delegation, which causes waves around the world. We kick off with the practical side of the Czech delegation's visit to Taiwan. Prague Mayor Hrib's city diplomacy. Czech Senate President channels Kennedy and charms Taiwan. Chinese threats cause international backlash. The aftermath of the Czech visit. Possibly the funniest diplomatic letter in history is sent. But up first, headlines.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
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2020-09-1117 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Big moves by the US on Taiwan relationsThis is a big show on big moves in the US-Taiwan relationship. Up first: US talks ending strategic ambiguity and declassified documents. A memorial message to Taiwan and China. A State official's speech clarifies the direction of ties. Trade talks with the US are set to begin as the US, EU, Japan, and Taiwan call for co-operation in rebuilding global supply chains. The next show will catch you up on the visit by the Czech delegation, which was very consequential.
As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our...
2020-09-0616 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – NPP's third scandal in a monthThe New Power Party is facing its third scandal in a month and has lost one of its most high profile members. The public disagrees with Ma's statement on Taiwan being doomed to lose in a war. The most popular president in Taiwan's history for development has been polled. A new TVBS satisfaction poll ranked twelve politicians, and it's mostly bad news for the KMT, but also one bit of very good news for the party. KMT Chair Chiang comes out for closer US ties. An F-16 repair shop is to open in Taichung. US Republicans to keep pro-Taiwan langu...
2020-08-2614 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – NPP chaos and Trump speaks again on TaiwanA memorial held has been held for Hau Pei-tsun, the anti-foreigner, hardline KMT former premier. Then it's chaos in the NPP and the view from the TSP. The now-ratified US Democratic Party platform is more pro-Taiwan than before. And finally, Trump again speaks on Taiwan.
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2020-08-2514 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Litany of bad behavior by ChinaChina wants to poach young Taiwanese scientists. The Taiwan government announces Chinese hacking uncovered. China accuses Taiwan of paying social media influencers. Taiwan Defense Ministry issues a warning to China. Chinese spy ship spotted off the east coast. Poll shows plurality willing to fight if China attacks. The US navy may have just sent a big message to China over Taiwan. But up first, a bunch of headlines:
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2020-08-2215 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief –Tsai makes moves on Taiwan-US relations.This is a big show solely focused on Taiwan-US relations, including the Chinese Communist mouthpiece Global Times speculating on if the US is planning to set up a consulate in Taiwan, Health Secretary Azar's important visit, President Tsai is ramping up efforts to improve ties with the US and more tea leaf reading on Joe Biden's Taiwan stance. Headlines have been moved to tomorrow's show.
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2020-08-2019 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Donald Trump speaks out on TaiwanTours to nowhere turn out to be surprisingly popular, go figure. Manufacturing is on the uptick. The Government touts their claimed success of Internet of Things policies. A small victory for an indigenous campaigner against the Taipei City Government. An environmental rally is held in Taichung, "tree men" and all. Former President Ma trashes the military's ability. Taiwan responds to Hong Kong arrests. Donald Trump makes some rare comments on Taiwan, and Mike Pompeo gets squishy.
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2020-08-1315 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – 6 lawmakers and NPP chair accused of briberyEVA Air offers a dream Hello Kitty trip to nowhere for Father's Day. Taiwan may be gunning for Hong Kong's finance industry. Six sitting legislators and the NPP chair are grilled in a bribery probe. Biden's top foreign policy advisor speaks out on Taiwan, possibly giving us some insight. But up first, some headlines.
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2020-08-0115 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Further support for Taiwan: A 3-part look at expanding US tiesChina reacts viciously to reports of former President Lee Tung-hui ailing. Then we move on to a special three-part series on further signs of support for Taiwan. Part one is the Australian-US joint statement, which is a mixed bag. Part two focuses on a visit to the US by Taiwan representative Hsiao Bi-khim. The US side said ties are the "best ever," but it's what the US did on her visit that says a lot more. Part three: a US Congressman introduces the Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act, and this could be a very big deal if passed. And of...
2020-07-3014 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – "800 warriors" head indicted for inciting violenceTSMC is truly massive and sucks big power. Control Yuan controversies continue. 13 deep blues have been indicted for encouraging violence. Taiwan gets some support from Belgium. A Taiwan-US organization grows on the world stage. Possible good news from India.
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2020-07-1914 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – HK gives Taiwan rep office a middle finger over "one China"Control Yuan nominees voted in amid chaos. The Taiwan People's Party is set to shrink, intentionally. Hong Kong gives the middle finger to the Taiwanese representative office.
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2020-07-1711 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan's govt: Avoid China, HK, and MacauPresidential campaign funding figures have been released, and there is something very revealing in the numbers. KMT chair Johnny Chiang says he'll resign if KMT loses the Kaohsiung city council speaker race. The Control Yuan rules in favor of nurses. Is Taiwan eyeing stronger ties with India? Taiwan calls on citizens to avoid China, Hong Kong, and Macau altogether.
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2020-07-1114 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Taiwan pranks British Columbia: ReportMore students to be allowed to return. A push to abolish two branches of government grows. Taiwan still wants to join the WHO, despite the US withdrawal. The Taiwan government plays a joke on British Columbia. Ma Ying-jeou weighs in on the 92 consensus. Will the Dalai Lama visit? A rock star in the legislature is pushing for that to happen. The head of the FBI accuses China of trying to block US visits to Taiwan. President Tsai warns China of potential countermeasures to new security law.
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2020-07-0914 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – CCP Propaganda pornChen Chu's visit to the legislature is called off at the last minute. ARC holders are now treated like normal people, at least in one respect. The Taiwan Defense Act reaches the US House. A report is out that Taiwan could build a military base in Somaliland. Taiwan is to re-open the representative office in Guam. Two Chinese reporters have been kicked out. And finally, CCP Propaganda porn.
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2020-07-0416 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Han fans revenge plans grow and Pingtung is headlessMilitary instructors in schools to go. The KMT faces fines over their occupation of the legislature. Han fans revenge plans continue to grow. Pingtung City is now headless. More government subsidies are on the way. Next year's economy is predicted to be good. ARC holders are yet again treated differently. Military guns are blazing. Taiwan finds a friend with even fewer friends in the world than Taiwan. John Bolton speaks on whether a Biden win would be suitable for Taiwan.
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2020-07-0315 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Bolton book bombshells: What Trump really thinks of Taiwan and moreRestrictions are being lifted on some travel. The KMT wants to put the assets issue behind it, down to zero. The DPP chooses Chen Chi-mai, while the KMT is still mulling candidates for the Kaohsiung by-election. And finally, Bolton book bombshells: What Trump really thinks of Taiwan and more. I had to move some stories to tomorrow to fit in these big, timely stories.
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2020-06-1812 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Chiang cozies up to the US and Taiwan finally a country in WikipediaTourists are again on the move locally. Two rallies for justice were held over the weekend. Taiwan is to host the world's only Pride parade in 2020. NTU nixes a transitional justice plan. Drugs and alcohol have been ruled out in Hsu suicide. Wikipedia victory as Taiwan is labeled a "country". A US senator has introduced a Taiwan Defense Act. The KMT chair supports Taiwan-US ties, but does the KMT? Taiwan is looking to boost business ties with Israel. Finally, a bunch of Czech Republic news.
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2020-06-1617 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Buttcheeks, revenge recalls and an odd US flyoverTSMC to invite suppliers to the US. Curious change in KMT messaging. Rallies, rallies everywhere, and Han throws himself a party while the White Wolf stands up for justice. Buttcheeks in politics? In Taiwan, yes! Revenge recalls are on the way. Prosecutions have been handed down in the Denise Ho paint attack. Taiwan's military drops in ranking, but a new plane flies. There have been some curious plane activities in Taiwan's airspace. Finally, ties with a Chinese university to get greater scrutiny.
Correction: Froggy Chiu's video was posted to Facebook, not Youtube. Apologies.
2020-06-1114 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Fraud, gangsters and the criminal diasporaTaiwan govt makes an unusual strategic investment move. Taiwan's military advances. Fraud, gangsters, and the criminal diaspora--that's my big story today! Some Han recall and recent polling updates. Finally, Taiwan called on China to apologize for the Tiananmen massacre, which of course, China totally did (actually no.)
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2020-06-0413 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – No to singing the praises of reuniting with the motherlandThe government is throwing around subsidies like rice at a wedding. GDP forecast cut, but Taiwan towers in R&D. Plans for "Kinmen Airlines" announced. NTNU to no longer sing the praises of reuniting with the motherland. What's up with the Transitional Justice Commission? Taiwan wants more American missiles. The Criminal adultery law has been struck down. Taiwan has reacted with horror to the new national security law passed in Beijing to control Hong Kong. Finally, China held a 15th anniversary of the Anti-Secession Law shindig, because they're such a fun bunch of guys.
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2020-05-3016 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Viva Taiwan! And the cabinet's testosterone levels too high for the KMTGovernment subsidies announced and a super fun sounding tourism plan. Some mixed economic news. The "King of Hualian" wants to join legislative Q&A sessions from prison. The KMT is slamming the new cabinet for being overly testosterone-enhanced. The Han recall is going to get lots of cops, and the recall organizer goes on a legal attack spree. And finally, Viva Taiwan!
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2020-05-2813 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Rain gear politics, DPP moves to deconstruct one-party state era legacySome reasonably good news on the economic front, considering. There are signs of life at Hon Hai's (Foxconn's) Wisconsin plants. Thousands of same-sex marriages have been recorded one year on the passage of the law, making it legal. Flooding in Kaohsiung brings out the obligatory rain gear politics. The DPP appears to be making another move to strip away a martial law era relic of KMT institutional dominance, and the KMT lost a whole ton of money last year.
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2020-05-2307 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Han calls on supporters to NOT vote in the recall. Seriously!Taiwan Report News Brief – Han calls on supporters to NOT vote in the recall. Seriously!
This is a big show with lots of can't miss analysis, and moved some topics to tomorrow to focus on only four stories today: Han Kuo-yu is calling for his supporters NOT to vote in the recall election! DPP caves to fears over upsetting China, while the KMT is showing signs of some distancing from the PRC. In the WHA vote coming up, India will be a crucial vote--they're officially on the fence, but we explain why they're important an...
2020-05-1613 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Trudeau won't call Taiwan a countryUp on today's program, we finally know what Apple is up to in Taiwan. Another prominent KMT member makes comments that cause outrage, and headaches for KMT chair Johnny Chiang. President Tsai is taking back the reins at the DPP, and the cabinet has resigned, opening the way for a reshuffle. The public is behind raising electricity rates. France stands up to China over Taiwan arms sales. Finally, the upcoming WHO/WHA battle over the inclusion of Taiwan adds new combatants, but Canada's prime minister won't admit that Taiwan is a country.
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2020-05-1408 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Han's prospects looking grim and WHO saga growsUp today on the program, the President's party is to be scaled back, Apple is investing big in Taiwan, and Taiwan is considered a great place to invest. The Han recall is looking increasingly grim for the incumbent mayor, and more names are floated as his replacement on the KMT side. Finally, the WHO and WHA inclusion saga keeps growing.
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2020-05-1210 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief – Developments show how much the political ground has shiftedMedical marijuana is in the news. The US is apparently pressuring TSMC to build a chip fab in the US. Military ties boosted between Taiwan and the US, and a mysterious middle eastern country. More international support for Taiwan in the WHO pours in. If Han loses the recall, who will the KMT run? Transport Minister Lin Chia-lung appears to now be firmly in favor of changing China Airlines' name. AIT gets involved in a local political decision in a way they would never have in the past. Finally, the KMT response to the proposal to drop "unification" as...
2020-05-1115 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report New Brief - KMT in freefall and Canada's FM snubs Taiwan, twiceUp today on the show, the Canadian foreign minister snubs Taiwan twice. Paraguay holds a vote on dumping ties with Taiwan. Han Kuo-yu loses on appeal. The KMT is slumping in the polls, with their worst showing ever--while the DPP and the Tsai administration are riding high. The government is continuing to keep the cash spigot open... and much more. This is a juicy show, be sure to stick around.
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2020-05-0910 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief - The coming WHA and WHO battle royaleMore details are coming out on the Han recall vote, and accusations of Kaohsiung City Govt meddling are growing. KMT Chair Johnny Chiang may be targeting the powerful Huang Fuhsing. The gas hack is now suspected of being political. A petition is gaining steam on making Taiwan's so-called "marriage equality" laws a bit more equal in reality. The DPP is targeting a non-existent committee for elimination. Finally, a WHO battle royale is taking shape over Taiwan that will be very illuminating on Taiwan's place in the world.
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2020-05-0709 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief - Skulls from Scotland and the Love Ferris Wheel is backMore Coronavirus cash on the way, Han Kuo-yu defends himself with... the Love Motel Ferris Wheel! KMT spokesperson tows the Communist line on Chinese TV. Chunghwa Post seemingly wants to help Taiwan join the ranks of tinpot dictatorships. Skulls are on their way from Scotland. Huang Kuo-chang may be back at a rice cooker company. Though short term business is poor, the government is closing in on pledging NT$1 trillion to companies returning to Taiwan. Hackers attack gas companies. More mask diplomacy on the way, and possibly some serious support for Taiwan in the WHO. China Airlines used in...
2020-05-0613 min
Taiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief - Taiwan's credibility on the line as the Philippines demands deportation of Filipina from TaiwanTrying a different format today, let us know what you think of it in the comments. Coronavirus updates and news. A fire in Taipei claims five lives. Judicial Yuan explains why they don't want juries. Two new constitution proposals move forward. Gas prices hit a 20-year low. Former US ambassador petitions Taiwan for WHO inclusion. Somewhat problematic NPP poll released. The Philippines wants to deport Filipina from Taiwan. As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.
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2020-04-2713 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief - Taipei Times wrong on KMT move to invite Han, and courts disagree on flag-wavingThe government says no coronavirus lockdown needed for now. Taiwan sports standing tall on the world stage. Waving Taiwan flag legal at sporting events, then not legal say different courts. What is Johnny Chiang up to with Han Kuo-yu? TSMC gets the message. China Airlines' name change may take a while. Taiwan moves to stop Chinese online streaming services. Chinese knock off Taiwan facemasks donated to Japan. The PRC launches the second amphibious assault ship. Taiwan and New Zealand may be getting closer. Foreign Minister says China sold to Paraguay, didn't donate. Finally, some good news from the Vatican.
2020-04-2421 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief - Pope snubs Taiwan in favor of China, Tao kids punished by YoutubeThe government opens yet more subsidy floodgates this week. The jobless rate is up, but only slightly. The TPP is starting to show some of what they stand for, but still nothing too controversial. The navy coronavirus scandal is getting ever more embarrassing. Yet another GDP forecast shows no one has a clue. Is the PRC making a move on diplomatic partner Paraguay? Wu Sz-hui thinks maybe. The Pope publicly snubs Taiwan in favor of China. Finally, Youtube punishes Tao kids.
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2020-04-2319 min
Current Affairs TaiwanCurrent Affairs Taiwan 台灣時事 #41 (04-20-2020) PRC's sand and census wars on TaiwanMichael Turton (麥哲恩) and co-host Courtney Donovan Smith (石東文) discuss Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu's upcoming recall vote, and explain why and how his joining the KMT's central standing committee is problematic--and why New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-yi was smart to avoid it, and what that might mean for the future of the KMT. The PRC is demanding naturalized Taiwan nationals in Taiwan to comply with their census, and why that is a threat to national security. An armada of illegal sand dredgers from China are shooed off by Taiwan, but it is a sign of growing threat. Taiwanese sports are making it big overs...
2020-04-2028 min
Taiwan ReportCurrent Affairs Taiwan 台灣時事 #41 (04-20-2020) PRC's sand and census wars on TaiwanMichael Turton (麥哲恩) and co-host Courtney Donovan Smith (石東文) discuss Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu's upcoming recall vote, and explain why and how his joining the KMT's central standing committee is problematic--and why New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-yi was smart to avoid it, and what that might mean for the future of the KMT. The PRC is demanding naturalized Taiwan nationals in Taiwan to comply with their census, and why that is a threat to national security. An armada of illegal sand dredgers from China are shooed off by Taiwan, but it is a sign of growing threat. Taiwanese sports are making it big overs...
2020-04-2028 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-20-2020) Han Kuo-yu's number of the beast problemApologies, yesterday's show had a technical mishap, so today's show features a few critical items from the day before. An outbreak on a navy ship leads to a significant spike in coronavirus cases. VP says social distancing is the "new normal" for at least a year and a half. Food safety is on the mind of the government, should we worry? The World Health Organization praises Taiwan, but the World Medical Association slams the World Health Organization over Taiwan. President Tsai rules Twitter. Land use law loses a controversial amendment. Fines to be increased after Taiwanese reporter for communist...
2020-04-1915 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-17-2020) Han Kuo-yu flabbergasts the "King of Hualien"Once again, no new coronavirus cases! A post on PTT tipped off Taiwan authorities. More loans made available for SMEs, including foreign-owned ones. KMT questions Tsai administration's plans to issue vouchers, call for cash instead. MRT ridership is down 50%, and the airport is closing gates to save money. The number of furloughed workers jumps significantly in the last week. Some grateful, others not so much, for Taiwan's help. The White House reached out to Taiwan over masks. John Bolton calls for the US to recognize Taiwan. Taiwan says China has no legal right to represent Taiwan in the UN...
2020-04-1718 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-16-2020) Changing China Airlines is happening, and it's not so hard after allTaiwan gets two more imported coronavirus cases and considers mandatory testing of some returnees. Bank customers wearing a face mask soon will no longer be assumed to be bank robbers. South Korea to the rescue in central America. The supreme court upholds a life sentence; NPP lawmaker wants the death penalty. NPP proposes stronger sanctions on United Front infiltration. DPP lawmaker Kao Chia-yu gets smacked for standing up to her party. Some mixed but fascinating business reports. US military shows more support for Taiwan. That NYT Times ad seems to have worked. Taiwan pays a 150-year-old Scottish debt. Significant...
2020-04-1622 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-15-2020) Zero cases! Errr Singapore, 'Taiwan Airlines' gets more supportTaiwan marks the first day in a long time with zero new coronavirus cases! Taiwan has the lowest cases per million of any country in the world. The CECC considers a widespread community outbreak of the type we see around the world might be unlikely in Taiwan. Virus test kits with fast turnarounds could be coming in July, which could be a big boost towards getting back to normal. The govt is creating tons of part-time jobs. Taiwan's airport mulls shutting down one terminal. Singapore's first lady gets Taiwan's media into a sling. More international support for Taiwan. Taiwanese...
2020-04-1518 min
Taiwan ReportCurrent Affairs Taiwan 台灣時事 #40 (04-13-2020) Soft Power and the Propaganda WarsCurrent Affairs Taiwan 台灣時事 #40 (04-13-2020) Soft Power and the Propaganda Wars
Michael Turton (麥哲恩) and co-host Courtney Donovan Smith (石東文) take on the week's news, including China pressuring Taiwan militarily and via a massive propaganda push, updates on the Han Recall and his new lawsuit to try to stop it, the complexities of changing national airline names for Taiwan, a discussion on international media coverage of Taiwan, plans for subsidizing universities now that China is cutting some of their supply of students, the KMT chair Johnny Chiang making some right moves, EU parliament and overseas reaction to Taiwan's soft-pow...
2020-04-1330 minCurrent Affairs TaiwanCurrent Affairs Taiwan 台灣時事 #40 (04-13-2020) Soft Power and the Propaganda WarsCurrent Affairs Taiwan 台灣時事 #40 (04-13-2020) Soft Power and the Propaganda Wars
Michael Turton (麥哲恩) and co-host Courtney Donovan Smith (石東文) take on the week's news, including China pressuring Taiwan militarily and via a massive propaganda push, updates on the Han Recall and his new lawsuit to try to stop it, the complexities of changing national airline names for Taiwan, a discussion on international media coverage of Taiwan, plans for subsidizing universities now that China is cutting some of their supply of students, the KMT chair Johnny Chiang making some right moves, EU parliament and overseas reaction to Taiwan's soft-pow...
2020-04-1330 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-10-2020) [Fixed] Why irrigation law has significant political implicationsNote: There was an error that resulted in the tail end of the show being cut out. This has since been fixed.
Only one new coronavirus case, the government claims electronic surveillance is legal, and I look at the law in question, and the new online system for sending masks abroad goes down. Group comments on monkey business. TPP lawmaker makes a move...but don't read too much into...except maybe you should. Premier approves an irrigation bill. Who cares, you ask? It's a big deal, and I'll explain why. Johnny Chiang comments on the 1992 consensus. Will...
2020-04-1018 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-09-2020) Tedros claims Taiwan behind attacks, Han tries to derail recallTaiwan makes more moves on the coronavirus but also makes some breakthroughs that offer hope. Hon Hai has finally found something useful to do with its Wisconsin plant. Taiwan students to the rescue with robots! MOE joins on in banning Zoom. A study shows most disinformation on the coronavirus is imported, no prizes at figuring out from where. Control Yuan steps in on labor insurance for migrant fishers, but will it be implemented? The economic outlook continues to be mixed, and government finances have taken a hit. Han Kuo-yu's lawyer takes legal action to block recall. President Tsai and...
2020-04-0923 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-08-2020) Back to the revolutionary future for the KMT...and Han recall vote comingPlenty of coronavirus news with more subsidies, face mask rules on their way, but new cases are down, and local scientists make a breakthrough. Taiwan makes moves to bypass the WHA in May. Taiwan to the rescue on the world stage. HK's Carrie Lam defends attack on RTHK, asking about Taiwan's role in the WHO. Taiwan bans Zoom from all official use. French parliamentarians show support. The third runway at Taoyuan Airport gets EPA nod despite explosive concerns. Business news is mixed. NPP accuses President Tsai of breaking her word and demands changes to the Assembly and Parade Act. Johnny C...
2020-04-0818 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-05-2020) Should Taiwan's passports read "Chunghua Minkuo"?The CECC sends messages to crowded areas to tell people to keep away from each other and other coronavirus updates. The Taipei Times runs an editorial with creative ideas on how to build consensus on a new name for China Airlines and what to replace the "Republic of China" with on the passports. The second stage results of the Han recall signature drive will be announced in less than two weeks. Foreign Minister Wu takes Hong Kong to task. Some citizens are pushing Taiwan to go to the moon, and finally, a strict application of police procedures leads to...
2020-04-0512 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-03-2020) Poll, pet police and who's on and off Taiwan's goody listMore details on government steps to contain the coronavirus and more details on the huge N$1.05 trillion package, lawmakers push for pet policy, and the KMT lawmaker at the center of a sovereignty spat says something surprising that is quoted on the KMT official website. Taiwan to the rescue, but who is on and off the list is revealing. HK government slaps RTHK over the WHO interview. Finally, the US and Taiwan convene a high-level virtual meeting, that would have been unimaginable just a few years ago--and not just because it was virtual.
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2020-04-0320 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (04-02-2020) Tsai's clever social distancing of Taiwan from ChinaSeveral big news items on the coronavirus, including a call for companies that cannot practice social distancing to shut, restaurants re-arrange their tables and chairs and baseball will start the season in empty stadiums. President Tsai goes big on aiding the world with much-needed supplies to combat the coronavirus crisis, making the PRC look bad in the process by not only donating and not selling items, but Taiwan is also providing far more than the PRC and unlike the PRC's dodgy and faulty products, Taiwan's donations so far appear to be top quality. USTR weighs in on trade with...
2020-04-0214 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (03-31-2020) CECC seems worried, rape, power struggle and Burger KingBig show today! The CECC says they are looking to strengthen measures against the coronavirus, are they worried about something? Hao Po-tsun has passed away. Johnny Chiang meets Wu Sz-huai, they agree to a consensus. Men are rape victims too, as the Late Late Show's Brian Tseng and Taipei City Councillor Froggy Chiu make public. Big data to be used to beat big wind. Audrey Tang touts blockchain ledgers. Taiwan to allow more overseas workers in for government construction cases. A very odd power struggle appears to be forming between the Minister of the Interior and the head of the Nati...
2020-03-3020 min
Taiwan ReportCurrent Affairs Taiwan 台灣時事 #38 (03-29-2020) Doing Hard Time in QuarantineMichael Turton (麥哲恩) and co-host Courtney Donovan Smith (石東文) actually prefer social distancing by avoiding each other in yet another remote podcast episode. This week Donovan talks about doing hard time under quarantine and later the broader implications. The Taiwan People's Party attacks the Taiwan head of the COVID-19 response team. The KMT pushes to lower the voting age to 18 and to allow 20-year-olds to run for office. There's yet more news on KMT's Wu Sz-Huai. A talk about Taiwan's adultery laws. Also, a mention of WHO's mal-treatment of Taiwan. The news outlets kicked from the PRC are welcome in Taiwan.
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2020-03-2945 minCurrent Affairs TaiwanCurrent Affairs Taiwan 台灣時事 #38 (03-29-2020) Doing Hard Time in QuarantineMichael Turton (麥哲恩) and co-host Courtney Donovan Smith (石東文) actually prefer social distancing by avoiding each other in yet another remote podcast episode. This week Donovan talks about doing hard time under quarantine and later the broader implications. The Taiwan People's Party attacks the Taiwan head of the COVID-19 response team. The KMT pushes to lower the voting age to 18 and to allow 20-year-olds to run for office. There's yet more news on KMT's Wu Sz-Huai. A talk about Taiwan's adultery laws. Also, a mention of WHO's mal-treatment of Taiwan. The news outlets kicked from the PRC are welcome in Taiwan.
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2020-03-2845 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (03-28-2020) WHO head blames Taiwan for his woesUpdates on the Wuhan coronavirus, including info on how to find out if you can get subsidies and benefits, a bad BBC report, and privacy concerns going forward. Premier Su says "science" will guide policy on ractopamine, a major irritant in US trade relations, but whose science will he follow? The US and EU disagree on just that. WHO head blames Taiwan for criticism, and accused Taiwan of having "political motivations" for wanted to join the organization. Taiwanese distrust of the PRC continues to rise to record levels. Johnny Chiang is making decisive moves so far to repair the par...
2020-03-2820 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (03-27-2020) The police visited me 5 times during my quarantineNow that everyone involved is safe, sound and free, I can go public with it: I was quarantined. The police showed up five times at my door thinking I had broken quarantine. I hadn't. A former judge and his son charged for renting a ship, smuggling coal from North Korea to Vietnam. Farmer pension plan proposed. The constitutional court is to consider whether or not a law that shields rapists should continue. Trump, as expected, has signed the TAIPEI Act. Reportedly the US is considering blocking TSMC from selling to Huawei. Both the US and Taiwan militaries on the...
2020-03-2715 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (03-25-2020) Taiwan holding up well, all things considered.Plenty of coronavirus news, most of it pretty reassuring considering the chaos overseas. The KMT ill-gotten assets are stuck in legal limbo. KMT Chair Johnny Chiang announcing they're hiring for an online push to reach out to young people. Taiwan conducts large-scale military exercises. Finally, the economic news--while not great--is surprisingly stable all things considered.
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2020-03-2517 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (03-22-2020) KMT leaders let the pigeons fly on Johnny Chiang inviteJapan is reportedly considering including Taiwan in regional trade pact CPTPP. Coronavirus updates. Lawmakers want to crack down on uncooperative disease carriers. The KMT to vote on milking the membership for more moolah. KMT heavyweights let the pigeons fly (stand up) new KMT chairs invite to a big party meeting. Worried about all those PRC military fly-bys and encircling maneuvers? Lawmaker Wu Sz-huai isn't worried. Finally, according to a UN agency, Taiwan is the happiest country in the region.
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2020-03-2214 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (03-20-2020) Chinese attack Taiwan's coast guardKaohsiung Mayor works to make peace with former speaker Wang Jin-pyng by bringing him a birthday cake. Lay judges are on the way. Greenpeace slams Taiwan over human rights abuses. A lot of Wuhan coronavirus updates. PRC misinformation, and boy are they pissed at the world's positive coverage of Taiwan's handling of the coronavirus crisis. Lee Ming-che was arrested in the PRC three years ago and remains in custody. Finally, a mysterious coordinated attack by 10 boats on the Taiwanese coast guard raises eyebrows.
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2020-03-2017 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (03-18-2020) KMT city caucus appeals to WHO for justice against DPP administration. Not kidding.Lots of coronavirus news as Taiwan closes borders to foreigners and companies are deputized to block employees from leaving the country. Hints are coming out as to what happened in Haiti...but maddeningly few and reports are contradictory. The spat between Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and the Executive Yuan has turned very ugly...and very absurd as the Taichung KMT city council caucus calls on the WHO for support against the DPP administration as if somehow the WHO actually recognized Taiwan. KMT chair Johnny Chiang reveals his self identity. Finally, a couple of silly stories on what a Taiwanese spor...
2020-03-1819 minTaiwan ReportTaiwan Report News Brief (03-15-2020) What the heck is happening in Haiti?The presidential office issued a stinging rebuke to the UN Women organization over leaving President Tsai off the list of global women heads of state. Haiti demands Taiwan's ambassador leave and a new replacement sent--but why? Taiwan's population has shrunk so far this year. Coronavirus updates. More nefarious behavior by the PRC against Taiwan. New KMT Chair Johnny Chiang meets embattled Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu. Taichung Mayor Lu yet again blasts the central government. Finally, there are some disappointments in the TAIPEI act.
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