(後有中文介紹) In this episode we are talking about things that happened over the Christmas period and some other things that will happen during the New Year period. Also there is an announcement so make sure you listen to the end! 這一集我們將聊聊耶誕節期間發生的一些事，以及新年時將會發生的事。這一集裡我們也要宣佈一件事，別錯過這一集且聽到最後喔！ *Music by M-Dewala from Pixabay
(後有中文介紹) After so many hot days that make you forget it’s already December, we are finally welcoming a winter vibe in Taiwan. Today I am going to tell you some interesting festive season stories. Do you know why Christmas hats upset some people in Taiwan? And do you know why Taiwan drivers have room for improvement? I hope you enjoy it and feel free to let me know what you think! 經歷了好一陣子不像冬天的冬天之後，最近我們終於迎來一些低溫的天氣啦。今天的podcast中我要跟你們分享一些有趣的佳節故事（？）你知道為什麼聖誕帽在台灣惹毛了一些人嗎？以及，想聽聽為什麼有些台灣駕駛人仍有改善空間嗎？別錯過這一集，且歡...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. We discuss the surprising election results which might not be all that surprising. I also share my experience of staying in a Taiwan hospital and compare it with hospitals in South Africa. I hope you enjoy it and feel free to let me know what you think! 又到了新聞漫談時間。在這一集裡我們會跟大家討論上周剛結束的台灣選舉結果。雖然結果出乎意料，但說不定也沒有那麼出乎意料。另外，最近我住院了，所以我也想跟大家小小聊一下我的住院經驗。別錯過這一集，且歡迎你跟我分享你的想法！ *Music by M-Dewala from Pixabay
(後有中文介紹) Since the Covid situation is coming to an end, we can see all kinds of activities gradually coming back. So we thought, why don’t we tell you about some differences between western and Taiwanese wedding and funeral rituals! For example, did you know, just by having a banquet, a couple in Taiwan is considered married. And during the funeral, the family wears white, not black clothing. I’ll also tell you a special wedding experience of mine! Don’t miss this episode. I hope you enjoy it an...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. Our topics range from art to politics to the military today. First it’s about how a woman actor is crowned as Best Actor in Taiwan’s Golden Bell Awards. We will also talk about China’s former leader Hu Jintao’s mysterious exit and what Taiwan people feel about that. Also, do you want to know what happened to some soldiers who were discharged and my opinion on that? Don’t miss this episode. I hope you enjoy it and feel free to let me know what you think! 又到了新聞漫...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. We are going to talk about the elections in November and some scandals associated with those. Also find out why the Taiwan military will not buy any more Tesla cars. Don’t miss this episode. I hope you enjoy it and feel free to let me know what you think! 又到了新聞漫談時間。這一集我們將聊聊今年十一月即將發生的選舉，以及一些相關的醜聞。另外，想知道為什麼特斯拉又搞了什麼事跟台灣有關嗎？別錯過這一集，且歡迎你跟我分享你的想法！ *Music by M-Dewala from Pixabay
(後有中文介紹) After so many episodes, some listeners wrote to me and ask about my dating experiences. Usually I don’t share my personal life but it does remind me of some interesting dating stories I had in Taiwan. Want to know how a beautiful butterfly scenic spot turned into a nightmare? And what happened to the lady that went to the lady’s room for more than 45 minutes? We like this episode and we are sure you will like it too. Don’t miss it and feel free to let me know what you think! 在做了這麼多集的pod...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. First, we all mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth II and give King Charles our best wishes. By the funeral this Monday we also discovered some political arrangement which I will share in this episode. Meanwhile, this past weekend Taiwan experienced another big earthquake that brings back my memories from the 921 earthquake that hit Taiwan 23 years ago. I will also share how I survived that night. Don’t miss this episode. I hope you enjoy it and feel free to let...
(後有中文介紹) In this episode I’m happy to talk to someone who has just defeated the Covid virus, who is also our producer, Wallis! I know that Covid is already like an old chapter for listeners not in Taiwan, but here in Taiwan it’s still front page news and people here still pay attention to it. Since Wallis has just been through the whole process, we thought why don’t we make an episode to share her experience. We also shared how we feel about this virus now. We like this episode and I’m sure you ...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. Remember two episodes ago I shared with you the possibility of Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan? Now we all know that she had done it and the whole world did pay a lot of attention, including China who fired some missiles following the visit. In this episode I will let you know how the Taiwan people are reacting to all this! Don’t miss these and many other stories. I hope you enjoy it and feel free to let me know what you think! 又到了新聞漫談時間。還記得兩集之前我跟你們聊過美國眾議院議長南希·...
In this episode I will tell you about my struggles in obtaining a permanent residency certificate for Taiwan. It was not straight forward and you’ll enjoy to hear about all the setbacks and how I overcame them. Don’t miss these and many other stories. I hope you enjoy it and feel free to let me know what you think!
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. Find out why Taipei is mentioned in a British lifestyle magazine. And are we going to see a no-fly zone over Taiwan? I’ll also tell you about a funny conversation which took place during Taiwan’s covid19 news conference! Don’t miss these and many other stories. I hope you enjoy it and feel free to let me know what you think! 又到了新聞漫談時間。來聽聽為什麼台灣會被一本英國的生活雜誌報導了？以及，台灣上空接下來會變成非飛行區嗎？！我也會跟你們分享在台灣每天的covid19記者會上，記者們的滑稽問題！別錯過這一集，且歡迎你跟我分享你的想法！ *Music by M-Dewala from Pixa...
(後有中文介紹) In this episode I’m happy to talk to my friend Peter, a Crossfit box owner. As people become more aware of health issues, gyms are popular everywhere in the world. But have you heard about CrossFit? What’s the difference between CrossFit boxes and the gyms we are familiar with? Peter will let us know in this episode. We are also going to talk about his Taiwan experience, from the reason he came to Taiwan, to what keeps him here and to build a life. This is a fun episode and I’m sure you...
(後有中文介紹) After one year and 52 episodes, I have a very special guest, Wallis the producer of this podcast. In this episode we would like to share with you some information of how our podcast started and developed. We interview each other and you’ll hear some interesting facts that you haven’t heard before. Don’t miss this episode. I hope you enjoy it and let me know what you think! 在經歷了一年以及紮紮實實的52集podcast之後，這集我邀請到一個非常的特別的來賓，也就是我們這個podcast 的製作人 Wallis！在這一集裡我們將跟大家分享這個podcast的起源跟中間的故事。你會聽到我們互相訪問對方，...
(後有中文介紹) After sharing so many things about Taiwan in this episode I’m going to tell you how Taiwanese are a little spoiled…alright I’m just kidding! But Taiwan people actually are privileged to have a convenient lifestyle. How’s that? Don’t miss this episode! I hope you enjoy it and let me know what you think! 在聊過許多關於台灣的話題後，這一集裡面我想要跟你們聊聊台灣人是如何地被寵壞…. 好啦我只是開玩笑的！不過，台灣人確實是有著很方便的生活喔。別錯過這一集了！希望你們喜歡也歡迎跟我分享你的想法！ *Music by M-Dewala from Pixabay
(後有中文介紹) In our milestone 50th episode I’m happy to talk to my old friend Lee, an American podcaster, who was also my coworker for many years after I came to Taiwan. I always feel lucky to have known Lee when he was in Taiwan but you know what, Taiwan was not Lee’s first choice when he was choosing which Asia country to go to. Why? We will also talk about the difference between Taiwan’s now and then and Lee gives me a philosophical answer. This is a fun episode and I’m sure you will like it. Don...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. We are going to share a few interesting news items with you, including why the new Top Gun movie will make China angry. Also find out about a wheelchair racing down a Taichung street, and also a few political notes. Don’t miss this one. And let me know what you think! 又到了新聞漫談時間。這一集要跟大家分享幾則有趣的新聞，包括最新的捍衛戰士系列電影為什麼又會讓中國不開心了？同時也會跟大家分享一個大馬路上輪椅賽車的新聞，還有幾則政治相關消息。別錯過這一集，且歡迎你跟我分享你的想法！ *Music by M-Dewala from Pixabay
(後有中文介紹) After talking about Taiwan and sharing interesting facts about Taiwan for almost a year, I suddenly realised I haven’t introduced you to some of the people you may or may not know who are actually from Taiwan! Taiwan is a small island but we still have some talent and we are so proud of them! So in this episode I will introduce you to some Taiwan art geniuses in the movie and fashion industry, some world no. 1 sport stars and some Taiwanese tycoons who can actually turn the world upside...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. In this episode I will first talk about the sad news from Laguna Woods church shooting and the similarity/difference between the suspect David Chou and the human rights advocate Lee Ming Che who was just freed from five years of detention in China. I’ll also talk a little bit about Covid and what I’m passionate about the most—masks! Don’t miss this episode and let me know what you think! 又到了新聞漫談時間。這一集我將聊聊我對於震驚台灣的加州教堂槍擊案，也會分析這起槍擊案嫌疑犯周文偉與最近終於被中國當局從五年的非法拘留被釋放的人權活...
(後有中文介紹) If you’re not from Taiwan, how and when did you first learn about the country Taiwan? Many people probably know Taiwan because when they were young, all of their toys were made in Taiwan! Yes Taiwan has been a big manufacturing country for decades but do you know now we also have some famous brands? So in this episode I’m going to introduce you to some brands that are actually from Taiwan, including something you wouldn’t think Taiwan is good at now! (Hint: it’s not something you use an...
(後有中文介紹) In this episode we are happy to talk to Eli Hu, a Chinese teacher in Taiwan. Eli describes herself as a big Chinese nerd and loved reading dictionaries when she was young, but she didn’t realize that she wanted to teach Chinese until one special occasion. In this episode Eli will share with us how she embarked on the journey of becoming a Chinese teacher. We also talked about the interesting parts and the difficult parts of this job. This is a fun episode and I’m sure you will like it. ...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. In this episode I have so much to talk to you about. First thing is that someone is complaining about Taiwan’s bank system? Well that for me is big news! And do you know we just had a big leap in Covid cases in Taiwan last week? Last but not least, I’m also sharing an amazing big news story coming from Annapurna , the 10th highest peak in the world. Don’t miss this episode and let me know what you think! 又到了新聞漫談時間。這一集有好多想跟你們分享的新聞。首先是，我竟然聽到有人在抱怨台灣的銀行系統？Well ...
(後有中文介紹) Now Taiwan is well known for its manufacturing and semiconductor industry. But not so many know that Taiwan’s agriculture is actually one of the main industries and still thriving and improving. In this episode I’m sharing with you what the most popular crops are and some interesting stories. Don’t miss this episode and let me know what you think! 近年來台灣以製造業及半導體業聞名全球。但卻不多人知道農業其實也是台灣的主要產業之一，且仍然興盛與持續進步中。在這一集中我將跟你們分享台灣最受歡迎的農作物，以及一些有趣的小故事。別錯過這一集，且歡迎你跟我分享你的想法！ *Music by M-Dewala from Pixabay...
(後有中文介紹) In previous episodes I have talked about culture shock. And In this episode, I’m going to share with you some interesting observations that I still can’t figure out or get used to. And I dont know why but many of my interesting observations are transportation related, like on the metro, on the bus, or on the road. No matter if you are from Taiwan or not, don’t miss this episode and let me know what you think! Follow me on FB: https://www.facebook.com/LandisTaiwanDiaries Give me some fee...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. In this episode I’m going to share some good news for Taiwan from the Grammy Awards. Find out how Covid saved PRC(China)’s air force pilots from having to intercept a commercial airliner. Also, you'll be surprised to find out that Taiwan's richest man does not own a tech company. How’s that? Don't miss this episode. 又到了新聞漫談時間。在這一集裡我要跟你們分享一個來自葛萊美獎的好消息！另外，想知道武漢肺炎如何拯救中共的空軍讓他們不用出發進行攔截任務嗎？還有，你知道台灣的首富竟然不是科技公司的老闆嗎？怎麼可能？別錯過這一集！ *Music by M-Dewala from Pixabay...
(後有中文介紹) In this episode we are happy to talk to Jin Wu, a private chef from Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Jin likes to combine western cooking skills with fresh and seasonal ingredients from Taiwan and owns “WuHsieh Lab”, a creative private kitchen in Taipei which is for reservation only. She also does Hakka food classes for tourists. In this episode we are happy to talk to Jin about how she fell in love with cooking and many interesting things she has done. Jin will also share how she learned cooking whe...
(後有中文介紹) It’s a news episode again. People in the world are still talking about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, especially people in Taiwan. Inevitably we people in Taiwan draw parallels, wondering what would happen if China also invades Taiwan? That leads to an important question: is Taiwan’s national service long enough? I will tell you how the rules of the army are going now and what the government is going to change. Don’t miss this episode! 又到了新聞漫談時間。世人都還在討論俄羅斯侵略烏克蘭一事，我們在台灣也免不了持續做比較，思考著如果有天中國...
(後有中文介紹) Some of you may know that I was a radio broadcaster and commentator before i started travelling. Therefore, when I came to Taiwan, I paid a lot of attention to the news media here. In this episode I’m going to tell you something about the printed media and an English language radio station in Taiwan. I’ll also share with you several interesting stories about these media. Want to know why I felt bad after writing a letter to a newspaper? What happened after I went to a radio call-in dati...
It’s a news episode again. And first of all we are so sorry we’re one day late due to some technical problems. But luckily it has been solved already. Recently the whole world is paying attention to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In Taiwan, we not only care about Ukraine, but also are concerned if the same situation will happen to us. I will share my opinion with you in this episode. I will also tell you how a funny mistake can change history and make Columbus discover China, instead of America. ...
Some of you may already know that I’m an English teacher in Taiwan. I know that many people would think teaching English or any language is easy for people who can speak that language while actually it still needs training and practice. So in this episode I’m going to share with you my teaching experiences and some funny stories. No matter if you are an English teacher, a teacher-to-be, or not, I am sure you will hear something interesting. Don’t miss this episode! 有些聽眾應該知道我在台灣是英文老師。我知道很多人覺得教英文或...
