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Taiwan is patchwork quilt of diverse, motiving personalities. Here, we have politicians who make history, entrepreneurs whose innovations help keep the global economy afloat, and artists who explore creativity in fascinating, inspiring ways. Taiwan Talk shows its listeners the unique perspectives of Taiwan all over the world. From those at home, those abroad, and those who’ve chosen to make this island their home. Taiwan Talk airs on ICRT FM100 at 8am, and in the evening in the 6pm news hour. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
- 1296 - Talking preventative medicine and mental health with Deputy Health and Welfare Minister Lin Jing-yi
Dr Lin Jing-yi discusses Taiwan’s public health, and new programs to promote preventative medicine and mental health. Hosted by ICRT's Tim Berge -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 11 Nov 2024 - 1295 - Discovering Taiwan Cuisine with Cookinn Taiwan's Chelsea Tsai
Some cooks dream about opening an award-winning restaurant… but not Cookinn Taiwan's Chelsea Tsai, who says she finds great joy in teaching people how to bring Taiwan cuisine into their homes. She explains how and why teaching students how to cook is more of a passion than cooking for others in a restaurant. Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 08 Oct 2024 - 1294 - Skits and Giggles do it for the laughs in Taichung
Matt Bronsil and Taylor Sharp have been making improv audiences in Taichung (and sometimes Taipei) laugh as part of the central Taiwan comedy group Skits and Giggles. In this episode they talk about what first drew them to this popular form of live comedy, and what keeps them coming back for more. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 25 Sep 2024 - 1293 - Weightstone Vineyard's Vivian Yang Overcomes Natural Challenges to Discover Taiwan's Terroir
Taiwan may be one of the most fertile areas in Asia -- but its warm, humid environment doesn't particularly encourage grape growing. So what does Weightstone Vineyard Estate and Winery do to overcome natural challenges to create wines that have been recognised by both Decanter World Wine Awards and New York International Wine Competition? Estate owner Vivian Yang takes us on a tour of the vineyards… and tells us how. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 11 Sep 2024 - 1292 - Taipei 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
Mon, 02 Sep 2024 - 1291 - Kevin Tai, A Model for Taiwan
On the occasion of President Lai Ching-te’s first 100-days in office, we’re taking an unconventional look at this milestone. Instead, we’re talking to the unique TV host and model who emceed the official inaugural banquet held in Tainan. Kevin Tai shares with us the excitement of hosting a state dinner, as well as some of the struggles he has faced as a Brazilian-Paraguayan-Taiwanese public figure. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 27 Aug 2024 - 1290 - Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming lays the policy groundwork for a sustainable future
Protecting the environment and promoting circular economy are important issues in Taiwan, particularly with the growing threat of climate change. To address this concern, the government elevated the Environment Protection Agency, making it a ministry… and in May this year, one of Taiwan's most noted weathermen and climate researchers took the helm. Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming goes in depth about the challenges facing Taiwan in this special edition of Taiwan Talk. Hosted by Tim Berge. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 - 1289 - Joy Tajonera Gives Voice to Taiwan's Migrant Workers
He first came to Taiwan to learn Mandarin. But since that time, Catholic priest Joyalito Tajonera aka "Fr Joy" has become an important advocate for migrant worker rights in Taiwan. He talks about developments in Taiwan society that have supported migrant workers here, and addresses work needs to be done to improve living and working conditions for migrant workers here. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Thu, 22 Aug 2024 - 1288 - The Muddy Basin Ramblers Aren't Your Everyday Taiwan Musical Group
Plastic 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
Fri, 09 Aug 2024 - 1287 - Taiwan Decathlete CK Yang (楊傳廣) Returns to the Spotlight in Mike Chinoy's Documentary "Decathlon"
He was a sports hero in the 1960s, with unbroken sports records -- some remaining intact even to this day. But Olympic decathlete Yang Chuan-kwang (楊傳廣) or CK Yang is no longer remembered by many sports fans in Taiwan -- and former CNN Beijing Bureau Chief Mike Chinoy is looking to change that with his documentary "Decathlon" The CK Yang & Rafer Johnson Story" (奧運傳奇:楊傳廣與強森). Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 05 Aug 2024 - 1286 - Swapping Dreams: Mack Chen (陳坤成) trades a high-tech job for life by the sea
Building a career at one of Taiwan's high-tech firms is a dream for many Taiwan engineers. But for Grouper Su's Mack Chen (陳坤成), choosing between working at the world's largest semiconductor firm and helping his father-in-law reinvigorate their aquaculture business was an easy decision to make. Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo. To find out more about Chen's project, visit their Facebook page at 新港社合 . -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 29 Jul 2024 - 1285 - Michael Smith Rides the Rails with a Kaohsiung MRT Chief Engineer
A chief engineer at Kaohsiung's Mass Rapid Transit Bureau about the city's plans for more M-R-T lines. Hosted by Michael Smith. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Thu, 18 Jul 2024 - 1284 - For the love of Taiwan and its children: TYPA director Mike Brennand
What does it take to run one of the oldest family-centered activity centers in Taipei? Taipei Youth Program Association (TYPA) Director Mike Brennand tells us about what brought him to Taiwan, his role, and what inspired him to make a unique contribution to Taiwan society during his downtime. Hosted by I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 15 Jul 2024 - 1283 - A Personal View of Taiwan in Transition from English-language journalist Leo Maliksi
Filipino writer and former journalist Leo Maliksi chose to make Taipei his home more than thirty years ago. Because of this, he had the chance to witness Taiwan as it moved through a time of great transition. He shares his insights in this edition of Taiwan Talk. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 07 Jul 2024 - 1282 - Antony Leung reveals the secret of Pizza Hut Taiwan's viral success
It would be fair to say Pizza Hut makes headlines just about every time they release a new special flavor. But what inspires Pizza Hut to move outside the box to reinvent its classic offer a few times a year, and often with eyebrow-raising results? Pizza Hut General Manager Antony Leung tells us his story, and that of Pizza Hut's -- giving us a master class in marketing in the process. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 30 Jun 2024 - 1281 - Kamil Tokarski: The Pianist behind the Music
What's the first thing you did when you arrived in Taiwan? No matter what it was, it may not have been as audacious as Polish virtuoso Kamil Tokarski's first investment. He tells Taiwan Talk what brought him here… and he explores the significance and impact of Polish composer Frederick Chopin's music in Taiwan. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 26 Jun 2024 - 1280 - The Reluctant Diplomat: TECRO Germany Representative Shieh Jhy-wey (謝志偉)
Shieh Jhy-wey (謝志偉) has served as Taiwan's Representative to Germany and head of the Taipei Representative Office in Germany under two Presidents: Chen Shui-bian and Tsai Ing-wen. The de-facto Ambassador talks about his unlikely journey from academic to diplomat, and how he sees his mission. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sat, 15 Jun 2024 - 1279 - The Reluctant Diplomat: TECRO Germany Representative Shieh Jhy-wey (謝志偉)
Shieh Jhy-wey (謝志偉) has served as Taiwan's Representative to Germany and head of the Taipei Representative Office in Germany under two Presidents: Chen Shui-bian and Tsai Ing-wen. The de-facto Ambassador talks about his unlikely journey from academic to diplomat, and how he sees his mission. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sat, 15 Jun 2024 - 1278 - Classical musician Kai Yun Cheng shakes up Northern Germany's beverage scene
It's one thing to go to music school -- another to go from there and open a chain of bubble tea shops and cafes. Kai Yun Cheng has done just that with Home Taste Jia and reveals what he wants to do next. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 02 Jun 2024 - 1277 - Exploring Taiwan's Waters with TV's Happy Fisherman, Leo Seewald
Swapping life in the c-suite for life in a boat isn't a decision many people might make, but it's a move that helped finance executive Leo Seewald learn more about life as a local fisherman. He joins Taiwan Talk to talk about his goal of visiting all of Taiwan's fishing harbors. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 13 May 2024 - 1276 - Away from Ukraine's Front Lines: Mariia Makarovych
Leaving family and friends to live Taiwan is a given for expats and travelers here, as is getting homesick. But what is being here like when home is Ukraine, and loved ones are exposed to fighting on the front lines? Analyst Mariia Makarovych talks about her life in Taiwan today, what she left behind, and what she will take back with her to Ukraine when she returns there. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 07 May 2024 - 1275 - The (untold) story of Taiwan's iconic iMomi Pies
Pie fans in the know rave about iMomi Pies, although they probably know little about Sandy and Gary Edmonds -- the Christian missionary and his wife who started it all. Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Thu, 02 May 2024 - 1274 - The story behind "This is not an Embassy (Made in Taiwan)" from German director Stefan Kaegi
German director Stefan Kaegi likens the production of his play "This is not an Embassy (Made in Taiwan)" to a diplomatic process -- one involving constant negotiation between different protagonists. He speaks to I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo about what inspired him to write the play, and how he chose to go about telling the story of a country he has not really lived in for an extended period of time, but which he has learned to love. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 1273 - In The Room When it Happened: Fmr Foreign Minister Fredrick Chien on when the U.S. Derecognized the R.O.C. (Taiwan) - An Oral History
History has no better teachers than the eyewitnesses that watch it unfold and are "in the room when it happens." This unaired episode of Taiwan Talk is an eyewitness account presenting former Control Yuan and Foreign Minister Fredrick Chien's memories and insights of what transpired after the U-S announced it was derecognizing the ROC (Taiwan). Chien walks us through some of the negotiations and events that took place; and reintroduces us to key historical figures of the time including the last U.S. Ambassador to the ROC, Leonard S. Unger who was appointed in 1974 and Warren Christopher, who served as former U.S. President Jimmy Carter's official emissary who led negotiations between Washington and Taipei. Chien also talks about the roles of ROC Foreign Minister Shen Chang-huan who resigned after the U.S. announcement; Victor Wei-Jen Hu who was Private Secretary to the Foreign Minister H.E. Chang-Huan Shen; and GIO director James Soong in the complicated unwinding of diplomatic ties with an important ally. The former diplomat even shares the late President Chiang Ching-kuo's reaction to the events which continues to shape much of Taiwan 's internal and external policies today. This interview is presented as part of I.C.R.T's 45th birthday celebrations. A shorter version which aired on April 15, 2024 is also available to download. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 - 1272 - Fmr. Foreign Minster Fredrick Chien: When the U.S. Ended Formal Ties with the R.O.C. (Taiwan) - on air version
Former Control Yuan President and Foreign Minister Fredrick Chien shares his memories and insights into the hours and days in the aftermath of the US decision to derecognize the Republic of China (Taiwan), in favor of the People's Republic of China. His discourse reintroduces listeners to several key personalities, including the last U.S. Ambassador to the ROC, Leonard S. Unger who was appointed in 1974; ROC Foreign Minister Shen Chang-huan who resigned after the U.S. announcement; Victor Wei-Jen Hu Private Secretary to the Foreign Minister H.E. Chang-Huan Shen; and GIO director James Soong. A longer version of the interview is also available for history buffs who might wish to hear a more complete narrative of what transpired among those who were"in the room where it happened." The interview was done as part of I-C-R-T's 45th birthday celebrations. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 - 1271 - KMT lawmaker Jonathan Lin (林沛祥) on how the Sunflower Movement Inspired his Entry into Politics
Jonathan Lin (林沛祥) comes from a family of politicians. But it took the urging of students involved in the Sunflower Movement to entice him to run for a seat in the Legislative Yuan. He tells I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo how that unfolded, and what it means for him to be a freshman lawmaker representing Keelung as part of the opposition KMT. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 08 Apr 2024 - 1270 - Oscar nominee S. Leo Chiang on what drives his storytelling
I-C-R-T's John Seaward chats with Oscar-nominated documentary maker, S. Leo Chiang about what inspired him to put his thoughts into a film that caught the attention of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. You can find the documentary short here. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 01 Apr 2024 - 1269 - Father-and-Son Sailors Philippe and Cosmas Grelon on Bringing Professional Sailing to Taiwan
Philippe Grelon is an avid sailor who did much to encourage recreational sailing as a sport in Taiwan. Philippe and his son Cosmas speak to I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo about the early days of sailing in Taiwan, and their quest to capture the top spot in this year's Rolex China Sea Race, sailing in "A Plastic Ocean" or TPE 003. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 25 Mar 2024 - 1268 - Coffee Meets Bagel CEO Arum Kang on how to Meet Your "Forever-Someone"
Can technology really help you find the partner of your dreams? Coffee Meets Bagel Co-Founder and CEO Arum Kang thinks so. She tells I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo how algorithms could be the 21st century Cupid singletons are looking for. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 18 Mar 2024 - 1267 - There All Along: Lawyer John Eastwood discovers Taipei's architectural gems
Lawyer and longtime Taiwan resident John Eastwood's social media now features curated images of some of Taipei's most iconic colonial buildings. He speaks to I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo about his interest in local architecture: what spurred it and what captures his imagination. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 11 Mar 2024 - 1266 - More than fusion: Chef Kunihiro Hagimoto on his one Michelin star restaurant Inita
Japan and Italy may sit on different, faraway continents, but Initia's Chef Kunihiro Hagimoto says its easy to catch the similarities between the two cuisines -- and what they are -- during a chat with I-C-R-T 's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 04 Mar 2024 - 1265 - Historian Mark O'Neill offers a fresh take on Taiwan's turbulent past
Taiwan may be a democracy today but it wasn't always this way. Writer and historian Mark O'Neill spent some years in Taipei during the 1980s -- he covers that period in his latest book in a chat with I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 26 Feb 2024 - 1264 - From researching policy to making laws: the DPP's Chen Kuan Ting
As CEO of Taiwan NextGen Foundation, Chen Kuan Ting dreamt of "empowering the next generation of Taiwan's leaders". Today he has a chance of turning his vision into actionable plans as a member of the incoming Legislative Yuan. He speaks to I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo about his legislative agenda. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 19 Feb 2024 - 1263 - The Political Journey of the TPP's Cynthia Wu (吳欣盈)
Cynthia Wu is a successful businesswoman and philanthropist who wears many hats. Most recently, she had been at the Legislative Yuan for just over a year before she was asked to be the running mate of TPP Vice-Presidential Candidate Ko Wen-je. Wu tells I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo what drew her to politics, and what she hopes to achieve as she re-enters civilian life. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 05 Feb 2024 - 1262 - Keeping Taiwan's Indigenous Languages Alive: Apay Ai-yu Tang (湯愛玉)
Taiwan's Indigenous languages have gone through centuries of social upheaval and marginalisation, But many of these languages still persist in Indigenous communities - and so do the people determined to save, document and revitalise them. In this episode, guest host Aspen Beilharz talks to Apay Ai-yu Tang, linguist and Associate Professor at National Dong Hwa University, about her work to ensure the survival of her ancestral language Truku Seediq. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Thu, 01 Feb 2024 - 1261 - Planning signature events with Chin Chin Weddings' Lin Ching Ching (林青蓁)
Building a successful wedding and event planning company can't be easy, but it's all in a day's work for Lin Ching Ching of Taipei's Chin Chin Weddings. Hear how the self-confessed "farm girl" built a thriving business by doing something young men and women can dream about -- owning a high-end event planning firm with a designer client roster. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 29 Jan 2024 - 1260 - After the Elections: Sara Newland maps out scenarios for the incoming government
The dust has settled and the 2024 Presidential and Legislative Elections are behind us. What can we expect of the incoming administration, and the new Legislative Yuan? I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo speaks to Sara Newland, Assistant Professor of Government at Smith College and a scholar of local politics in China and Taiwan. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 17 Jan 2024 - 1259 - Voices from Abroad: How do overseas Taiwanese REALLY feel about the 2024 polls?
There may not be absentee voting in Taiwan, but that won't keep members of the island's overseas community from weighing in on the elections which happen on January 13. In this special report for ICRT, Keith Menconi reveals how San Francisco-based Taiwanese feel about the polls. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 10 Jan 2024 - 1258 - 2023: The Year That Was in Taiwan Foreign Relations with Kharis Templeman
2023 saw the end of COVID restrictions and new iterations of existing trade ties with Western allies. Stanford University Taiwan specialist KharisTempleman looks at the year that was in the area of foreign relations. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 25 Dec 2023 - 1257 - YouTube Co-Founder Steve Chen gives his take on Taiwan's startup scene
YouTube Co-Founder Steve Chen rode out most of the COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan. The (literal) move gave him the opportunity to study Taiwan's startup ecosystem up close. Has anything changed since that time? He shared his thoughts with I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo in an interview that took place last summer in this encore presentation. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 19 Dec 2023 - 1256 - Zea’s Joaquin Elizondo on Creating a Latin American Dining Vibe in Taipei
What does it take to introduce a cuisine that not many people may be too familiar with, and turn that into the cornerstone of a Michelin-starred offer? Zea's chef de cuisine Joaquin Elizondo talks about what brought him to Taipei, and the role his restaurant plays in bringing the flavors of Latin America to the island. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 11 Dec 2023 - 1255 - Taiwanese football’s “Goal Machine” tells his story: Ange Samuel Kouamé
Hailing from Ivory Coast, Ange Samuel Kouamé has made his name in Taiwanese football with spectacular goal scoring - and in 2023, he became naturalized as a Taiwanese citizen. He talks with guest host Aspen Beilharz about his story, and how he overcame challenges to reach a footballer’s dream of playing on the world stage. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 04 Dec 2023 - 1254 - A COVID Retrospective of Taiwan's Food and Hospitality Industries
With most of life returning to normal, few of us remember that it was just a year ago in November that the Taiwan government began easing its COVID-related restrictions. I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo looks back at the conversations she's had with personalities within the food and restaurant industry, as well as hospitality space to ask them what they remember about business in the time of the coronavirus, even if many of us might have forgotten. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 27 Nov 2023 - 1253 - Bed and Breakfast owner Wayne Wang Spills the Secret of Enjoying Sun Moon Lake
Bed and Breakfast owner Wayne Wang has spent nearly all his life living in and exploring Sun Moon Lake. He tells I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo why he remains entranced by the area and how best to explore the lake, which international media once described as one of the most beautiful bike trails in the world. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 20 Nov 2023 - 1252 - Taking Language Learning Beyond The Textbook: Peter Sutton
In 2016, Peter Sutton left a successful career in international finance to create Woodpecker Learning – a language learning app with a unique methodology, informed by his own experience learning Chinese. Guest host Aspen Beilharz talks to Peter about a life of travel and innovative learning design. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 15 Nov 2023 - 1251 - Author Kevin Chen reflects on his award-winning "Ghost Town"
Award-winning novelist Kevin Chen sits down with I-C-R-T's Tim Berge to talk about life's twists that led him to write "Ghost Town", which won the prestigious Taiwan Literature Award for Books by the National Museum of Taiwan Literature and the Golden Tripod Award. It was also was one of the New York Times' most anticipated books of Fall 2022; was selected by Library Journal for their Best of World Literature 2022; and was longlisted for the 2023 PEN Translation Prize. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 06 Nov 2023 - 1250 - Chien Chien Lu: Peace, Love and Jazz
Award-winning jazz vibraphonist Chien Chien Lu has experienced remarkable success in both the US and Taiwan, but her path to this point was anything but straightforward. She started her career in classical music, and made a radical change to turn herself toward a new, inspired direction. Guest host Aspen Beilharz talks with Lu about her journey in music and what drives her now as an artist. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 30 Oct 2023 - 1249 - Gene Chung Brews up a Storm with All Good Gene's Kombucha
It might be difficult to find a link between a traditional condiment like soy sauce with a western style beverage like kombucha. Gene Chung shows I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo how he bridged the gap between the traditional condiment and the trendy beverage; he also makes the case for taking the lessons learned from working at his family's soy sauce company (which involves fermentation) to make his personal brand of kombucha (which also involves fermentation). -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 23 Oct 2023 - 1248 - Impacting Society's Conversation Through Film: Huei-Yin Chen
For 30 years, Taiwan’s Women Make Waves International Film Festival has showcased women’s perspectives and films on a wide range of social issues. Guest host Aspen Beilharz sits down with festival programmer Huei-Yin Chen to talk about her career working with film, and the history and mission of the festival. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 16 Oct 2023 - 1247 - Getting to know Tairroir: the world's first Taiwan-themed, three Michelin star restaurant
Taiwan is on the world's culinary map for its night markets and street food. It's not as known for fine dining, but Taipei's Tairroir could change that. The Michelin Guide describes the restaurant's name as a play on "Taiwan" and "terroir", and its cuisine, a "love letter" to Chef Kai Ho's home island. Chef Kai sits down with ICRT's Hope Ngo in a rare, exclusive interview… and yes, he fed her too. To hear what Michelin's inspectors have to say about Taiwan's dining scene, check our our chat with Gwendal POULLENNEC, International Director of Michelin Guides here. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 02 Oct 2023 - 1246 - From Theatre to Virtual Reality: Director Craig Quintero
Theatre director Craig Quintero is on the forefront of using virtual reality to create immersive, enigmatic performances. But his links to Taiwan theatre goes back a lot further to the work he is known for today. Quintero founded the Taipei-based company Riverbed Theatre in 1998 and spent decades creating works with dreamlike imagery. Guest host Aspen Beilharz talks to Craig about his career and his artistic philosophy. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 25 Sep 2023 - 1245 - Taiwan Through the Eyes of Butterfly Professor Hsu Yufeng
Taiwan used to export tens of millions of butterflies a year to be used to adorn tablecloths and paintings, and as part of specimen books. But this has changed over the years, thanks to a combination of factors including rising environmental awareness, climate change, and a loss of habitat. They have resulted in a big drop in Taiwan's butterfly population. But even so, butterflies can still be spotted in suburban areas or in mountain areas island-wide. In this episode of Taiwan Talk, ICRT's Jane Lee chats with Professor Hsu Yufeng, who has dedicated over five decades years of his life studying these spectacular insects. He compares himself to Peter Pan when it comes to butterflies, the little creatures that he fell in love with at the age of 8. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 20 Sep 2023 - 1244 - Michelin Lifts the Curtain on its Taiwan Guide
There's never been a better time to experience gourmet dining in Taiwan. During this year's Michelin awards, the storied guide recognized 321 establishments, 148 in Taipei, 64 in Taichung, 56 in Tainan, and 53 in Kaohsiung. The group was made up of a range of mouthwatering dining options from the street eats that Taiwan is best known for (aka "Bib Gourmands") to high-end dining choices -- including two newly minted three-star options. Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of Michelin Guides joined ICRT's Hope Ngo to talk about how the selections were made, and why the storied international gourmet guide is captivated by Taiwan's dining scene as a whole. To hear Hope's conversation with Tairroir chef Kai Ho, whose restaurant was awarded three Michelin stars, click here. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 18 Sep 2023 - 1243 - Fallen through the healthcare cracks: Carrie Kellenberger
Carrie Kellenberger is no ordinary expatriate. The courageous businesswoman is an advocate for the rights of disabled members of the foreign community in Taiwan. She speaks to I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo about a day in her life and what it is like to live in the fringes of a much-lauded successful healthcare system that has left her -- and others like her -- behind. You can find Carrie online at My Several Worlds. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 04 Sep 2023 - 1242 - Jamming with Bebop Ice Cream founder David Pan
Its logo pays homage to Jazz legend Charlie "Yardbird" Parker. Its flavors all feature a play on words related to jazz. David Pan's devotion to the genre can be seen all over Bebop, the premium ice cream label he began during Taiwan's COVID lockdown. Pan joined us to talk about Bebop's beginnings and as a bonus, he gives us lessons on how to begin a business venture -- and when to walk away from one -- as a self-described serial start-up entrepreneur. Music courtesy of Tainan's KoSwing Big Band. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 27 Aug 2023 - 1241 - Taking it cheesy with Taichung cheesemaker Henry Gerard
Didn't know Taiwan had locally-made cheese? We didn't either until we caught up with Henry Gerard of Dida Creamery, whose products are a prominent part of the menu at a number of restaurants across the island. Henry spent an afternoon catching up with I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo, to talk about his business, Taiwan's dairy industry, and why Taiwan was --and is -- a 'gouda' place to set up a cheese business. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 21 Aug 2023 - 1240 - Getting to know Corbett Wall and his Music
He's known to his fans as Taiwan's answer to Kenny G. At the height of his musical career, saxophone player Corbett Wall was a transformative force in Taiwan's music scene, which was once dominated by mando-pop and folk music. He speaks to I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo about the forces that shaped his sound, and whether he still plays the instrument that altered his life today. To hear Corbett talk about his most recent venture working with the Tsou (Cou) people of Alishan, click here -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 14 Aug 2023 - 1239 - The Rising Popularity of Freediving in Taiwan
Ray Ko is a freediving instructor based on Taiwan's Xiaoliuqiu Island, and an enthusiastic advocate of the sport and its benefits. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Ray about the benefits of spending time under the sea, the kinds of animals you can see while diving, how he holds his breath for four minutes, the rising popularity of freediving in Taiwan and around the world, and an upcoming freediving event in November 2023 called "Deep Week". You can find more info on Deep Week here: https://freedivingfamily.com/deep-week-taiwan And you can find Ray on Instagram: @freedivenomad Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 06 Aug 2023 - 1238 - Ting-Chun Lin: Bringing the National Theatre and Concert Hall into the Digital Age
What does it take to modernize a cultural icon? The National Theater and Concert Hall's Director of Programming and International Development Ting-Chun Lin talks to ICRT's Hope Ngo about the theatre's digital projects and how lessons learnt during the COVID-19 has given rise to a new theatre experience. This episode was produced and is presented by Aspen Beilharz. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Fri, 04 Aug 2023 - 1237 - Balancing Languages with the Rap Professor (饒舌教授)
Ill Mo (老莫) is a Taiwanese rapper and hip hop artist, and teaches English as an assistant professor at Chihlee University (致理科技大學). ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Ill Mo about how he became a part of Taiwan's hip hop history, writing lyrics on both sides of the language barrier, and the hardest things to teach today's students. You can find Ill Mo's new album "Becoming" on Spotify or wherever you find music: https://open.spotify.com/album/2Fx0ZE76LMrLhhiHRIA7yJ And you can find Ill Mo on Instagram: @ill_mo Thanks so much for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 26 Jul 2023 - 1236 - Ambassador (大使) vs. Representative in Taiwan (駐台灣的代表)... what's the difference?
Kevin Magee is the former Australian Representative in Taipei, having effectively served as an Australian ambassador, but under the complicated dynamics of the "One China Policy". ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Mr. Magee about his work as an Australian diplomat in Taiwan, China, Russia, and Saudi Arabia, and the fascinating situations and people he has encountered in his decades in the foreign service. Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 24 Jul 2023 - 1235 - A life of service: Barry Martinson, SJ (丁松青)
Barry Martinson is known for his books, his music, and his work with stained glass. Even with his accomplishments, it is difficult to quantify how much Jesuit priest Barry Martinson and his brother Jerry (aka KPS' "Uncle Jerry") have done for the lives they touched. Martinson reminisces about his brother Jerry, and the brothers' legacy of service for the benefit of Taiwan. Note: the interview was recorded at Fr Barry's parish in Qingquan, Hsinchu County -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 18 Jul 2023 - 1234 - John Winter: The Competitive Edge of Taiwan's Workforce
How do Taiwan's white-collar workers compare with other labor pools in other markets? What can you do to get ahead -- whether you're new to the job market, or looking for work? John Winter, Taiwan Country Manager for global recruitment specialist Robert Walters gives us his take on what makes Taiwan's labor force stand out, and whether there are areas it can improve. * -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Thu, 13 Jul 2023 - 1233 - Representing Taiwan's Music in a Noisy World
Musa (明馬丁) is a veteran music producer from Argentina and naturalized Taiwanese citizen, who has worked with some of Taiwan's most recognized musicians, while releasing his own music along the way. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Musa about the use of AI in production work, what we need to hear from Taiwan, and how to stay sincere in a noisy world. You can find Musa on Instagram: @musa_keys And you can check out his collaboration with Taiwan's indigenous singer ABAO (阿爆) on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQVF15jJVCk Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 05 Jul 2023 - 1232 - It all began with sausages: Churchill's Lee Thomas and Dom GrantChurchill's is best known to its fans for its line of sausages and easy-to-reheat food. The company's founders, Lee Thomas and Dom Grant, talk about what its like to start a food business and sustain it during the pandemic years. Note: recorded on location at the Churchill's kitchen in Tienmou -- Hosting provided by SoundOnMon, 19 Jun 2023
- 1231 - Taiwan's Veteran Expat talks Animal Welfare (動物福利), Nonprofits (非營利組織), and Antiques (古董)
Faye Angevine is a French-American who has lived and worked in Taiwan since 1974, and works with numerous non-profit organizations here on the island. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Faye about Taiwan's animal welfare initiatives, local community centers, what it's like to live with 23 dogs, and her fascination with Taiwan's history and antiques. You can find more information on adopting rescue dogs in Taiwan from the PACK Sanctuary: https://packtw.org/ And you can check out Faye's antique showroom, the Bai Win Collection, in Tianmu, Taipei City: https://baiwincollection.com/ Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 04 Jun 2023 - 1230 - Corbett Wall: Life after professional music
From the late 1980s to the early 2000s, Corbett Wall was Taiwan's Prince of the Saxophone. And while music is still very much a part of Wall's life, his priorities have changed; he now works with the indigenous youth to develop their skills in arts and culture. To learn more about the program's award winning film, visit COU175586 Little Warrior. To find out more about Wall's non-profit and you can help, visit Being Present Youth Support. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 30 May 2023 - 1229 - Mike Chinoy on Assignment China: An Oral History of American Journalists
Former CNN Beijing Bureau Chief and Senior Fellow at the USC US-China Institute Mike Chinoy talks about the inspiration and genesis of his latest book, which tells the story of how U.S. journalists covered China: from the time of the civil war in the 1940s to the coronavirus pandemic. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 30 May 2023 - 1228 - Outdoor Adventures (戶外冒險) and the Hardest Part of Acting (演戲)
Andrew Chau (周厚安) is a long-time actor of film, TV, and theater in Taiwan, and a co-host of two different shows on TaiwanPlus. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Andrew about the hardest parts of acting, changing his accent and appearance for character roles, and his hilarious travels around Taiwan with fellow actor Fabio Grangeon. You can see Andrew and Fabio's travel show on TaiwanPlus: https://www.taiwanplus.com/originals/fabio-and-andrews-outdoor-adventures/221003010/fabio-and-andrews-outdoor-adventures You can check out "Wow! Taiwan", with Andrew and Patty Lee: https://www.taiwanplus.com/originals/wow-taiwan/230303009/wow-taiwan-ep17-dive-into-six-sea-wonders You can see what else Andrew has been a part of on his IMDB page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7563749/ And check out our bilingual interview (雙語的訪談) with Andrew and the cast of Seqalu… …on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/taiwan-talk/id572456881?i=1000533479853 …on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4VwAlMAn1PGXOpNutdMvWc …and on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZG9uLmZtL3BvZGNhc3RzLzM5NjBjNzQ2LWM5YWUtNGMwMS05ZDM5LTBhMTBhMDIwODFiNS54bWw/episode/MGU1MGVjOWMtY2EyNS00MzYyLWJjZWMtZDEwMTMyNzMzZTE1 Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 28 May 2023 - 1227 - Communicating as a Film Producer (電影製作人)
Amy Ma is a producer of many films and TV series here in Taiwan, such as the award-winning "American Girl" 【美國女孩】, and a manager for a bunch of Netflix's Chinese-language content. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Amy about communicating between all levels of film production, the work that goes into making local and international projects, and the kinds of films she hopes to see Taiwan make next. You can find Amy Ma on IMDB here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6183849/ And check out her podcast, "Come to Maamy", wherever you normally download podcasts… Thank for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 07 May 2023 - 1226 - Standing with Ukraine: Alex Khomenko
Alex Khomenko first made headlines in Taiwan by being the first -- and only -- protester outside the Russian offices in Taipei, immediately after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. Since then, he continues in his quest to keep the issue on top of mind for Taiwan. He talks about all that was achieved, and what Taiwan Stands with Ukraine hopes to achieve, as the war continues to mark grim milestones. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Fri, 28 Apr 2023 - 1225 - Scripts and Stunts with an Action Movie Director 與動作片導演聊劇本和特技
Vincent Soberano is an award-winning filmmaker, actor, writer, and martial artist, based in Taiwan and the Philippines. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Vincent about the action film genre, his experience with martial arts and rigging stunts, the struggles of script-writing, and what it's like working in the film industry together with his wife, actor Sarah Chang. You can find Vincent's newly-opened production studio, Scene 8 Studio: https://scene8studio.wixsite.com/home And you can find more info on Vincent's films on his IMDB page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6977819/ You can also check out our past interview with Sarah Chang, "The Kung Fu of Being a Parent", back in September of 2021, on your podcasting app. Thanks so much for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 19 Apr 2023 - 1224 - Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation's Michael Hsiao on the development of Taiwan Studies
Professor H. H. Michael Hsiao is Chairman of Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation and Chairman of the Center for Southeast Asian Studies at National Chengchi University. He is also an Adjunct Research Fellow, Institute of Sociology, Academia Sinica, He spoke to us about the evolution of Taiwan studies as an academic pursuit -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 18 Apr 2023 - 1223 - Irene Liao: Making the switch from making Kuai Kuai to Vegan Joy
Irene Liao's storied career reads like a business fairy tale. After a stint at high-end luxury goods company LVMH (Moët Hennessy) in Hong Kong, she returned to Taiwan to take the helm of her family's high-profile snack food firm Kuai Kuai. But she's since branched out and now leads her own, newly launched nutritious food startup, Vegan Joy. This is her story. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 10 Apr 2023 - 1222 - Taiwan's Animation Industry (動畫產業) vs. the World
J.J. Chen is a French-Belgian-Taiwanese artist and veteran of the animation industry, both in Taiwan and Europe. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Jean-Jacques about his experiences as an animator, Taiwan animation's place in the world, and a deep, deep breakdown of the animation process, from start to finish. Seriously, I learned a LOT this episode! You can find some of J.J.'s past projects on his vimeo page: https://vimeo.com/channels/303090 Here's some of his photography: https://500px.com/p/lapprentiroidessinges And here's an article he wrote on Taiwan's "On Happiness Road": https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/3341091 You can also find J.J. on IG: @apprentiroidessinges Thanks so much for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 14 Mar 2023 - 1221 - Writing Every Day: 17 Books by Age 18 十八歲就得獎的作家
Hermione Lee is an author who has already published eight books by the age of 18 years old. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Hermione about finding motivation, writing 6,000 words per day, and challenging oneself to write as many kinds of stories and characters as possible. You can find Hermione's books here: https://www.amazon.com/Hermione-Lee/e/B097P7LZB4/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1 And she has shared her Facebook fan page, as well! https://www.facebook.com/authorhermionelee Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 19 Feb 2023 - 1220 - Understanding a Black Hole (黑洞) in Our Own Galaxy (銀河)
(下面的連結也包括中文版的!) Satoki Matsushita is an astrophysicist (天體物理學家) studying black holes (黑洞), and a research fellow at the Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics here in Taiwan. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Satoki about how we turned Earth into a giant telescope, to take a picture of Sagittarius A*, the black hole at the center of our galaxy. We also chat about what we've learned from the image, what's next for telescope technology, and the future of science education in Taiwan. 2022年的黑洞畫面: You can see the image of Sagittarius A* here: https://www.sinica.edu.tw/ch/news/7177 2019的黑洞畫面: And you can see humanity's first image of a black hole, M87, here: https://www.sinica.edu.tw/ch/news/6191 Both links should also have English versions available! 這裡也可以看中文版的黑洞科學解釋: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQB_-kT6obo Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 05 Feb 2023 - 1219 - Nate Maynard: The environmental cost of Taiwan's COVID success
The success Taiwan enjoyed with its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic didn't come without an environmental cost. Veteran environment researcher Nate Maynard breaks down the issues which arose as a result of the pandemic. You can follow Nate on Twitter here. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Thu, 19 Jan 2023 - 1218 - Designing Tabletop Games (桌遊) for a Taiwanese Audience
Ann Zheng and Dray Yang are award-winning board game designers from the company "Play With Us Design". ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Ann and Dray about developing tabletop games, working with feedback, and bringing more tabletop experiences to a Taiwanese audience. You can find Play With Us Design on social media here: https://linktr.ee/PWUDesign And you can catch Ann and Dray and PWUD at the Taipei Game Show (台北電玩展) and the Taipei International Book Faire (台北國際書展) in January and February of 2023! Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 16 Jan 2023 - 1217 - Microplastic Pollution (微塑料汙染) in Taiwan
Alex Kunz is a leading researcher of microplastics (微塑料) in Taiwan's rivers and oceans. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Alex about where microplastics come from, where they go, and what we can do about them. Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 18 Dec 2022 - 1216 - Taiwan's National Palace Museum (國立故宮博物院) Celebrates China's Most Prolific Writer
Dr. Lin Li-Jiang is the Department-Director of painting, calligraphy, rare books, and historical documents, at Taiwan's National Palace Museum (國立故宮博物院). ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Dr. Lin about the Palace Museum's latest exhibit on the life of Wang Shi-Zhen (王世貞), one of China's most prolific writers, historians, and critics. Dr. Lin also talks about the museum's oldest artifacts, the evolution of Chinese literature and art, and all kinds of crazy stories from China's history. The National Palace Museum's current exhibition will be open until December 25th, 2022, and will reopen with new artwork from December 28th through March 21st of 2023. You can find more information about the exhibit on the National Palace Museum's website: https://www.npm.gov.tw/ If you enjoy today's episode, feel free to share it with a friend :] Thanks so much for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 11 Dec 2022 - 1215 - Let's Talk About Taiwan's Weather! 跟氣象局長聊台灣的天氣概況
Cheng Ming-Dean (鄭明典) is the Director-General of the Central Weather Bureau (氣象局), or the CWB, which researches and forecasts weather, ocean conditions, seismology (basically earthquakes), and even astronomy! ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Mr. Cheng about Taiwan's record-setting rainbows, weather forecast technology, the effects of climate change on Taiwan's weather, rising sea levels, how typhoons are named, and whether a giant dehumidifier could save Taiwan from drought. You can find all kinds of information on Taiwan's atmosphere on the Central Weather Bureau website: https://www.cwb.gov.tw/eng/ And if you'd like some occasional updates on Taiwan's weather phenomena, you can follow Mr. Cheng himself! https://www.facebook.com/mdc.cwb And if you enjoyed this episode of Taiwan Talk, feel free to leave us an iTunes, or share it with a friend :] Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 28 Nov 2022 - 1214 - Elections Special
This week, ICRT's Tim Berge talks to some of the candidates and their campaigns in the run up to Taiwan's 2022 mayoral elections. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Thu, 24 Nov 2022 - 1213 - Global Theater, Local Talent 結合國際藝術與本地天賦的台北短劇節
Liam Fanning is the organizer of the upcoming "Taipei Shorts V", the fifth installment of a series of short theater plays, produced by the local performance community, set to debut from Friday, November 11th, for two weekends! ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Liam about this year's list of plays, their production process, and the future of multi-language theater in Taiwan. You can get tickets for Taipei Shorts here: https://tickets.udnfunlife.com/application/UTK02/UTK0201_.aspx?PRODUCT_ID=N27GD1OV And you can follow Taipei Shorts on social media, for more performances in the years to come! Instagram: @taipeishorts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaipeiShorts Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 06 Nov 2022 - 1212 - Enoch Wu (吳怡農): In the Name of Public Service
Enoch Wu (吳怡農) is the Director of the Forward Alliance, and was named one of Time's 100 Next 2022. Hope Ngo chats with Enoch about the experiences that shaped him, the dreams that inspire him, and the passions that keep him moving ahead. You can find Wu on Twitter: @Enoch_TW Thank you for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 18 Oct 2022 - 1211 - Finding Professional Connections (擴大專業社交網) in Taiwan
John Murn is the executive director and a co-founder of All Hands Taiwan, a non-profit helping people and organizations all over the island to network and foster professional connections. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with John about forging career paths for both locals and expats alike, finding sustainability for All Hands, and what Taiwan can do to attract more foreign talent. Check out the All Hands website: https://www.allhandstaiwan.org/ And follow them on Instagram: @allhandstw Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 09 Oct 2022 - 1210 - From Diplomat to Storyteller: shedding light on an unseen corner of Taiwan's history
Taiwan might know Frederic Laplanche as a diplomat and former head of the European Economic and Trade Office. But Mr Laplanche will also remembered for something else -- as the author of a book that provides a bird's eye view of 300 years of Taiwan history seen through French eyes. Thank you for listening. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 03 Oct 2022 - 1209 - What Can Taiwan Learn from Ukraine? 台灣能從烏克蘭學到什麼?
Bryan D. Hopkins is a filmmaker living in Taiwan, who recently returned from filming a documentary in Ukraine. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Bryan about how Ukrainians are coping with Russia's invasion, how it compares to the relationship between Taiwan and China, and what Taiwan can do to prepare itself amid constantly-changing geopolitics. You can find Bryan's previous documentary about the 2010 BP Oil Spill, "Dirty Energy", on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nf7B_SPj1s8 And you can keep up with Bryan on Instagram: @bryanoutside76 And in you're in Taipei, you can get DELICIOUS bread at his bakery "Flavor the World": 新北市新店區三民路94巷14號 No. 14, Lane 94, Sanmin Rd, Xindian District, New Taipei City (Seriously, he brought a loaf of sourdough bread to the interview. It was awesome. Get some.) And that's it for this episode… thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 - 1208 - Indigenous Peoples Cultural Foundation 原住民族文化事業基金會
Joe Zhuang is the former Deputy Manager of the Indigenous Peoples Cultural Foundation, or IPCF, an organization that shares and celebrates indigenous news, music, art, documentaries, and cultural events. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi speaks with Joe about the IPCF's TV and radio channels, fighting cultural stereotypes, and keeping Taiwan's many indigenous languages alive. Check out the IPCF website, for info on their various media and events: www.ipcf.org.tw Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 - 1207 - Interstellar Dust (星塵) and the James Webb Space Telescope
Sascha Zeegers is an astronomer researching interstellar dust, with Academia Sinica in Taiwan and scientists around the world. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Sascha about her upcoming project with the James Webb Space Telescope, or JWST, and how these tiny dust particles throughout our galaxy play an important role in the birth of stars. Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 21 Aug 2022 - 1206 - What is a Fringe Festival? 什麼是藝穗節?
Liting Tan, also known as “Uncle Southside”, is a seasoned performer organizing an upcoming show for Taipei’s Fringe Festival, a city-wide cultural season for all kinds of performing arts. ICRT’s Trevor Tortomasi speaks with Liting about their show “Journey to the Jest”, a wild adaptation of the well-known myth that starred such characters as Wu Kong, the Monkey King… and a horse?! “Journey to the Jest” will be performed in Mandarin, with English subtitles, at "Venue" (濕地), on the evenings of September 1st and 2nd. "Venue" address: Taipei City, Zhongshan District, Linsen North Road, Lane 107, No. 10 Liting also has an earlier show this weekend, “Drag Mania”, at Two Three Comedy, on Saturday, August 20th. Check out their shows soon, and follow Uncle Southside on Instagram: @southside.tingles.king Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Wed, 17 Aug 2022 - 1205 - Managing a dance club during Taiwan's coronavirus outbreak
Debbie Liu is an animal lover, DJ, and co-owner of one of Kaohsiung's most popular hang out spots. She talks about rising through the ranks at Brickyard, managing the business during COVID-19, and her family's experience trying to evade Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Join ICRT's Paz Bueno in her first rendition of Taiwan Talk. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 15 Aug 2022 - 1204 - Thoughtful Blogging with Lao Ren Cha 老人茶
Jenna Lynn Cody is the writer behind the blog "Lao Ren Cha", a commentary and resource hub for English speakers here in Taiwan. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi speaks with Jenna Lynn Cody about finding resources for English speakers in Taiwan, literature about the island's history, and a better future for foreign teachers in the country. You can find the Lao Ren Cha blog here: https://laorencha.blogspot.com And you can find Jenna on Twitter: @laorenchanna You can also find her work on Ketagalan Media: https://ketagalanmedia.com/author/jenna-lynn-cody/ Jenna is also an admin for "Super Awesome Taiwan Women" on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1162094783892835/ Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Thu, 21 Jul 2022 - 1203 - Taiwan Tourism through the eyes of veteran hotelier Achim Hake
Achim Hake has been in Taiwan since the 1990s, and has seen Taiwan's hotel industry grow and evolve into what it is today. He shares the more memorable moments of his career with ICRT's Hope Ngo, along with insight into what he feels will be the future of Taiwan tourism as we emerge from aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks for listening. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Tue, 19 Jul 2022 - 1202 - Red Room Rendezvous 紅房餐酒館 and Handpan Adventures
Manav Mehta is the curator and host of Red Room Rendezvous, a.k.a. R3, a restaurant, bar, and event space in Taipei. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Manav about the history of Red Room, international communities in Taipei, and Manav's current adventures with a percussion instrument called a "handpan". You can find Red Room Rendezvous on Instagram: @r3.taipei Follow Manav on Instagram as well: @aspiring_azul Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 - 1201 - Making waves in the Classical Music Space: Ashley Tong
Ashley Tong was just eight when she first played with the Taipei Symphony Orchestra. Today she is one of a three-person group known as the Heathcliff Trio, which went on to win first prize at the 9th International Johannes Brahms Chamber Music Competition. ICRT's Hope Ngo speaks to Tong about the path from child violinist to award-winning musician. Visit the Heathcliff Trio here to learn more about this talented group. Thanks for listening. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 19 Jun 2022 - 1200 - Lukas in Taiwan 外國人介紹台灣
Lukas Engstrom is a Swedish YouTuber based here in Taiwan, who has collaborated with various content creators all over the island. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi chats with Lukas about what it's like living with YouTubers, and which videos seem to appeal to which audiences so far. You can check out Lukas' channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3LxWTmKK24 And you can also find him on Instagram: @lukasengstrom Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 - 1199 - Rifat 吳鳳 Paving the Way for Foreign Presenters in Taiwan
Rifat, also known as 吳鳳 (Wu Feng), is a Turkish-Taiwanese host, comedian, and actor in Taiwan, and the first foreigner to win Taiwan's Golden Bell Award, in 2012. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi 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, on shows such as "Live From Taiwan" and "Legit Mando". You can find more from Rifat online: Instagram: @rifatkarlova YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%E5%90%B3%E9%B3%B3Rifat Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 29 May 2022 - 1198 - Standup Comedy in Taiwan
Sam Yarbs is a co-founder of the Two Three Comedy Club in Taipei, and a standup comedian with international accolades. ICRT's Trevor Tortomasi speaks with Sam about his work on The Night Night Show (博恩夜夜秀), comedy across the language barrier, and the future of standup in Taiwan. You can find info on Two Three Comedy's upcoming shows: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TwoThreeComedy Instagram: @twothreecomedy And you can find Sam on Instagram: @sam.yarbs Thanks for listening! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Sun, 15 May 2022 - 1197 - From Blog to Book: Taiwanese-American Food Blogger Frankie Gaw
Taiwanese-American food blogger Frankie Gaw walked away from a successful career in tech and became a rising star within the highly competitive world of food blogging. ICRT’s Hope Ngo speaks to Gaw about what enticed him to swap a successful career in tech for food, and what he did to get his new cookbook “First Generation” ready for publication. Thanks for listening! You can find and follow Frankie on his blog, Little Fat Boy or on Instagram. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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