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Talking Taiwan

Felicia Lin
Taiwan
Talking Taiwan
Taiwan Elections
February 28 Incident
China
Martial Law
Bi-Khim Hsiao
Taiwan Presidential Election 2024
Lai Ching-Te
Disinformation
Democracy In Taiwan
Legislative Yuan
Taiwan 2024 Presidential Election
Crushing the Myth
Asian American Culture
Transitional Justice Commission
White Terror
Hakka
Indigenous Peoples Of Taiwan
Taiwanese Presidential Election

Talking Taiwan is a Golden Crane Podcast Award Winner, and has been shortlisted in the 2024 International Women's Podcast Awards "Moment of Visionary Leadership" category. In 2025, it was nominated for the 12th Annual T.O. Webfest Awards in the category of "Best Ensemble Cast in a Podcast". Hosted by Felicia Lin, Talking Taiwan is the longest running, independently produced Taiwan-related podcast ... more

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To commemorate its anniversary on December 10th, we thought this would be a great time to reshare one of our most popular CLASSIC episodes, an interview we did with Taiwan Democracy fighter Dr. Linda Gail Arrigo, Ai Linda (艾琳達) in 2024 about events l... more

Earlier this year, on March 30, at the Taiwan Center in Flushing NY, FAPA (Formosan Association for Public Affairs) hosted a panel discussion, Lessons from the Battlefield: What Taiwan Can Learn From Ukraine. Representatives from the Ukrainian commun... more

Earlier this year, on March 30, at the Taiwan Center in Flushing NY, FAPA (Formosan Association for Public Affairs) hosted a panel discussion, Lessons from the Battlefield: What Taiwan Can Learn From Ukraine. Representatives from the Ukrainian commun... more

I recently sat down with Dr. Raymond Kuo, Director of RAND's Taiwan Policy Initiative and Catherine Kish, Research Assistant and Chinese Language Specialist at RAND to talk about their War on the Rocks article, "Taiwan's Will to Fight Isn't the Probl... more

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Dr. Linda Gail Arrigo (Ai Linda)
A political activist who observed and reported on human rights violations in Taiwan during martial law, advocating for democracy and freedom of speech.
Episode: Ep 336 | Dr. Linda Gail Arrigo: Taiwan Democracy Fighter Talks About Events Leading Up to the Kaohsiung Incident (Classic)
Raymond Kuo
Director of RAND's Taiwan Policy Initiative
RAND Corporation
Episode: Ep 333 | Does Taiwan Have the Will to Fight?
Catherine Kish
Research Assistant and Chinese Language Specialist at RAND
RAND Corporation
Episode: Ep 333 | Does Taiwan Have the Will to Fight?
Esther Chen
Comedian known for her humorous takes on culture and translation.
Episode: Ep 332 | Talking Taiwan's 2025 Inaugural Fundraising Gala!
Thomas Duh
Co-owner of DAE Tea, a five-generation family tea business.
DAE Tea
Episode: Ep 332 | Talking Taiwan's 2025 Inaugural Fundraising Gala!
Kaarina Chu MacKenzie
Artist focusing on Taiwanese artistry and cultural representation.
Episode: Ep 332 | Talking Taiwan's 2025 Inaugural Fundraising Gala!
Jonny Lee
President of Taiwanese American Professionals (TAP) in New York.
TAP-NY
Episode: Ep 332 | Talking Taiwan's 2025 Inaugural Fundraising Gala!
Wang Guo-ren
Artist known for eco-friendly sculptures made from natural materials
Episode: Ep 330 | Eco Art on Island: The Deer God and Wearable Art Now at Governors Island House 17
Julia Hsia
Curator and artist presenting the 'Wear Enough' exhibit
Episode: Ep 330 | Eco Art on Island: The Deer God and Wearable Art Now at Governors Island House 17

Host

Felicia Lin
Host of a long-running podcast emphasizing Taiwanese culture, politics, and community connections.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • 🙌🙌

    Great interview, very informative! 👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sue Su Su
    Taiwan2 years ago
  • Great work promoting Taiwan

    I learned Hakka culture from episode 250 and hope to get chances experience making lei cha. Also?m, after hearing your interview with Arvin Chen, I really want to visit Taiwan soon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    izzy tw
    United States2 years ago
  • Talking Taiwan is a podcast that delves deep into the society, the culture, the politics, the entertainment, the food, and the latest news affecting everyone with an interest in Taiwan. Author Felicia Lin delivers the important questions that we all seek answers to about everything related to Taiwan. She always interviews a wide variety of interesting guests from best selling authors, to film makers, to politicians, to clinicians, to culinary experts and more who represent the vanguard of Taiwa... more

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States4 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast that Explores the Depths of Taiwan

    Talking Taiwan is a podcast that delves deep into the society, the culture, the politics, the entertainment, the food, and the latest news affecting everyone with an interest in Taiwan. Author Felicia Lin delivers the important questions that we all seek answers to about everything related to Taiwan. She always interviews a wide variety of interesting guests from best selling authors, to film makers, to politicians, to clinicians, to culinary experts and more who represent the vanguard of Taiwa... more

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous User
    United States4 years ago
  • This was a terrifically detailed discussion of what Taiwan thinks of the death penalty. It's always illuminating to see what other nations feel about this. If you have an interest in Taiwan, this is the podcast for you.

    Audible
    5
    StephanieHunt
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions that uncover the political and cultural dimensions of Taiwan, often highlighting its significance globally.
There is a strong recognition of the podcast's role in promoting awareness of Taiwanese issues both domestically and among the diaspora.
The host's ability to foster engaging conversations and bring out diverse perspectives is consistently praised.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 336 | Dr. Linda Gail Arrigo: Taiwan Democracy Fighter Talks About Events Leading Up to the Kaohsiung Incident (Classic)
Q: What happened when you passed that information to Amnesty? Did Amnesty do anything?
Under international pressure, the trial of Xie Congming became famous, and his sentence was reduced after I reported the injustices I witnessed.
Ep 336 | Dr. Linda Gail Arrigo: Taiwan Democracy Fighter Talks About Events Leading Up to the Kaohsiung Incident (Classic)
Q: How would you describe Taiwan was like at that time?
At that time, Taiwan was primarily an agricultural country with a significant military presence, and it was quite prosperous and beautiful, albeit scary due to the oppressive regime.
Ep 336 | Dr. Linda Gail Arrigo: Taiwan Democracy Fighter Talks About Events Leading Up to the Kaohsiung Incident (Classic)
Q: What initially brought you to Taiwan in the first place?
I came to Taiwan with my father, who was with Taiwan's defense system in the 1950s, and I stayed for five years during my teenage years.
Ep 331 | Author and Speaker Dr. Yang Szu Pang (楊斯棓): Don't Think You're Too Small to Make a Difference
Q: What motivated you to write books? What topics inspire you?
Dr. Yang expresses that he started writing articles on political issues affecting Taiwan, which led to opportunities to write books. He emphasizes the importance of sharing personal experiences to connect with readers.
Ep 331 | Author and Speaker Dr. Yang Szu Pang (楊斯棓): Don't Think You're Too Small to Make a Difference
Q: Can you tell me who encouraged and nurtured this interest in reading and writing for you?
Dr. Yang mentions that his mother encouraged his interest in reading. She allowed him to buy books freely while imposing limits on toys and video games.

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This podcast offers a deep exploration into Taiwan's political landscape and cultural narratives through engaging conversations with a diverse array of guests. Topics often revolve around contemporary issues facing Taiwan, including democracy, human rights, the experiences of the Taiwanese diaspora, and the intersection of politics and culture. The host's approachable interview style is likely to appeal to listeners interested in authentic storytelling and nuanced discussions about Taiwan's role on the world stage. Special events and themes may also illuminate the rich tapestry of Taiwanese identity and the diaspora's contributions to global society.

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Talking Taiwan launched 6 years ago and published 308 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Talking Taiwan include:

1. Dr. Linda Gail Arrigo (Ai Linda)
2. Raymond Kuo
3. Catherine Kish
4. Esther Chen
5. Thomas Duh
6. Kaarina Chu MacKenzie
7. Jonny Lee
8. Wang Guo-ren

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