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Taiwan Language Episode

Learning & Insights in Mandarin & Taiwanese | 說國語.講台語.學中文.觀點台灣taiwanlanguageepisode.com
這個節目將分享各種主題,包括但不限於台灣介紹,以及從台灣人獨特角度看世界的議題。主要以國語為主要語言,並提供實用的台語教學。另外也提供英文版本。節目適合已具一定中文能力或有一定英語程度的朋友的。對於會中文的朋友,是知識頻道;對於不會說中文,但有一定英語程度的朋友,是語言學習資源。每集提供學習單,助您學習國語或台語。節目更新時間: 每兩週的週一個別更新一個中文版本和一個英文版本。 In each episode, we explore Taiwan’s culture, history, and local perspectives in Mandarin, with practical Taiwanese language instruction included. This podcast is ideal for intermediate or advanced learners of Chinese. Instead of a separate English podcast, I share an English version of each topic in my newsletter—perfect for beginners or anyone who wants extra support understanding the content. For those who want a deeper learning experience, Study Guides are available for download. Each Study Guide includes transcript, vocabulary, grammar tips, culture notes, extension questions. Subscribing to the Study Guide help support the podcast and provides useful Mandarin and Taiwanese learning resources. Support the podcast and boost your Mandarin & Taiwanese skills by subscribing to the Study Guide. 📅 Podcast Schedule * English Preview: Monday, one week before each Chinese episode * Chinese Episode: Monday, bi-weekly 📅 Newsletter *Tuesday after each Chinese episode — English version, local insights, Phrase of the Week 👉 Newsletter==> https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/newsletter/ 📅 Study Guide *Study Guide: One week before each Chinese episode 👉 Study Guide==> https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/shop/studyguide -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
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C#44 生病時該看西醫還是中醫?

台灣的醫療環境非常便利,當你生病時,通常不需要直接去大醫院,你可以先選擇附近的小診所。這些診所就像社區裡的小型醫療站,很多都有健保給付,健保給付能讓你看醫生的費用相對便宜。小診所主要分成兩種類型:一種是一般診所,也就是西醫診所,另一種是中醫診所。這兩者到底有什麼不同呢?今天就讓我來分享給大家。 ✍️ Become a Study Guide Monthly Subscriber | 學習單連結頁面: https://tinyurl.com/yyupezpb 📢 For more information about me | 關於我, please visit my website: https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/ -- Hosting provided by SoundOn...

Nov 09, 20258 min

E#43 2025 Global Safety Ranking Revealed_Taiwan Takes 4th Place!

According to the global database website Numbeo’s release of "Safety Index by Country 2025", Taiwan ranked 4th among nearly 150 countries and regions! This is really an achievement we can be very proud of, making me wonder—how did Taiwan stand out among so many countries? And also, what ranking results were unexpected for us? 📬 Read the Newsletter for More on This Episode! https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/5-cultural-values-that-make-taiwan-one-of-the-worlds-safest-countries ✍️ Join my Monthly ...

Nov 02, 20259 min

C#43 2025年全球最安全國家排名揭曉:台灣排名第4

Numbeo發布了全球最安全國家排名,台灣位居全球第4名,這一結果不僅令人振奮,也顯示出台灣治安的相對優勢。在這一集我想跟大家分享是什麼原因讓台灣如此安全呢? 📬 Read the Newsletter for More on This Episode! https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/5-cultural-values-that-make-taiwan-one-of-the-worlds-safest-countries ✍️ Join my Monthly Subscriber and keep learning with me! https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📢 For more information, please visit my website : https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/ -- Hosting provided by SoundOn...

Oct 26, 20259 min

E#42 My Hypnosis Experience 2 | Can Going Back to the Past Change Our Fate?

Last time, I talked about my experience attending a hypnosis course and how some participants saw what they thought were scenes from their past lives. But here’s the big question—were those actual memories? Or just something our minds created? That’s what I want to dive into today. 📬 Read the Newsletter for More on This Episode! https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/you-dont-need-to-know-your-past-life-to-create-a-better-future ✍️ Join my Monthly Subscriber and keep learning with me! https://ko-fi....

Oct 19, 202510 min

C#42 我的催眠體驗2|回到過去就能改變命運嗎?

在上一集裡,我分享了自己參加催眠課程的經驗,以及其他學員看到的前世畫面。然而,這些畫面究竟是真實的過去,還是只是內心深處的投射?在這一集中,讓我們繼續討論下去。 📬 Read the Newsletter for More on This Episode! https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/you-dont-need-to-know-your-past-life-to-create-a-better-future ✍️ Join my Monthly Subscriber and keep learning with me! https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📢 Visit my website for more information: https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/ 📚 Excited to share my TAAZE coupon for second-hand books: ✅ NT$5 off NT$599 | NT$10 off NT$6...

Oct 12, 202510 min

E#41 My Hypnosis Experience | Journey to the Past

Picture this: You’re standing at a train station. A train is pulling in, and like everyone else, you're getting ready to board. But just before you step on, you glance back at the platform—because there’s someone really important standing there, someone you don’t want to leave behind. 📬 Read the Newsletter for More on This Episode! https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/is-past-life-regression-real-my-hypnosis-experience-and-what-it-taught-me/ 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen no...

Oct 05, 20258 min

C#41 我的催眠體驗1 |回到過去

「想像一下,你正站在一座火車站,有一列火車即將進站。你和其他人一樣,正準備登上這班列車。但在上車前,你回頭望向月台,想要和站在那裡的家人道別。站在那裡的家人是你心裡最放不下的人… ✍️ Become a Study Guide Monthly Subscriber | 學習單連結頁面: https://tinyurl.com/yyupezpb 📢 For more information about me | 關於我, please visit my website: https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/ -- Hosting provided by SoundOn...

Sep 28, 202511 min

E#40 The Story of the Door Gods

Last time, we talked about the Dragon King. He’s the god in charge of rain. One day, he heard a fortune teller predict something, and wow—he got really upset. He felt disrespected! So what did he do? He decided to challenge the fortune teller! 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode a...

Sep 21, 202512 min

C#40 門神的故事

在上一集的節目中提到,龍王是一個掌管雨水的神。有一次,他聽到一個算命先生的預言,覺得自己被看不起,心裡很不服氣。龍王決定挑戰這位算命先生,結果他不但違背了玉皇大帝的命令,還因為一時的衝動,讓很多人受到了傷害,甚至失去了生命。最後,玉皇大帝派了魏徵來懲罰龍王。 但是,這個故事還沒結束喔! 這一集的節目,我將繼續分享唐太宗如何處理這些噩夢。 📢 For more information about me | 關於我, please visit my website: https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/ -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Sep 14, 20259 min

E#39 Wei Zheng Slays the Dragon

Last time, we talked about how the dragon is an important symbol in Taiwanese culture—it represents power, good fortune, and even influences things like place names, customs, and everyday language. Today, I’ve got a fascinating story about dragons to share with you. 🚀 Ready to supercharge your Mandarin? Grab the 🎧 audio + 📝 handout from my shop — just click the set you want: 10 Words + 50 Sentences 100 Words + 500 Sentences 📢 For more information, visit my website: https://taiwanlanguageepis...

Sep 07, 202515 min

C#39 魏徵斬龍

還記得上次我們聊到「龍」在台灣文化裡的象徵嗎?它不只是權威和吉祥的代表,還影響了地名、習俗,甚至我們的日常用語。今天,我想跟與大家分享一個跟龍有關的故事。 📢 For more information about me | 關於我, please visit my website: https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/ -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Aug 31, 202512 min

E#38 Dragon? Just a myth?

Let’s talk about something really interesting today— dragon! 📢 Read on/or Subscribe to weekly Newsletter https://taiwanlanguageepisode.com/newsletter/ 🚀 Ready to supercharge your Mandarin? *Grab the 🎧 **audio + **📝 *handout from my shop — just click the set you want: 10 Words + 50 Sentences 100 Words + 500 Sentences 📚 Subscribe to the Vocabulary Transcript | 生字充電講義版 (handout only) for this episode: https://tinyurl.com/yxpky8nk *📢 *For more information, visit my website: https://taiwanlangu...

Aug 24, 202512 min

C#38 龍只是傳說?

對於「龍」的形象,你有什麼看法呢? 在台灣文化中,龍雖然是古老的傳說,但是,它的形象卻也深深的影響台灣人,一代又一代…. 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🚀 Ready to supercharge your Mandarin? *Grab the 🎧 audio + 📝 *handout from my shop — just click the set you want: 10 Words + 50 Sentences 100 Words + 500 Sentences 📚 Subscribe to the Vocabulary Transcript | 生字充電講義版 (handout only) for this episode: https://tinyurl.com/yxpky8nk *📢 For mo...

Aug 17, 202511 min

E#37 Luck and Unluck | The Culture of Numbers in Taiwan

Did you know that in Taiwan, numbers aren’t just about counting? They can mean different things, like luck, success, or even danger! These meanings come from our traditions, beliefs, and everyday life. Today, I want to share some really cool number meanings with you! 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🚀 Ready to supercharge your Mandarin? Grab the 🎧 **audio + **📝 handout from my s...

Aug 10, 202510 min

C#37 幸運與不幸:台灣的數字文化

今天我想為大家介紹台灣有趣的數字文化!我會先介紹幾組台灣的「幸運數字」和「不幸的數字」,接著,針對二組數字從聖經中的角度來解讀,看看它們如何在不同文化和宗教中呈現截然不同的含義。 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🚀 Ready to supercharge your Mandarin? Grab the 🎧 **audio + **📝 handout from my shop — just click the set you want: 10 Words + 50 Sentences 100 Words + 500 Sentences 📚 Subscribe to the Vocabulary Transcript | 生字充電講義版 (handout only) for this episode: https://...

Aug 03, 202511 min

E#36 Taiwanese Breakfast Shops: Another Taiwanese Miracle!?

Today, let’s talk about "Chinese-style breakfast." 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📚 Subscribe to the Vocabulary Transcript | 生字充電講義版 (handout only...

Jul 27, 202510 min

C#36 台灣中式早餐店 | 另一個台灣奇蹟!?

今天我想跟大家介紹的,不只是台灣的中式早餐,還有隱藏在裡面的「台灣奇蹟」! 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📚 Subscribe to the Vocabulary Transcript | 生字充電講義版 (handout only) for this ep...

Jul 20, 202511 min

E#35 The Farmer's Almanac determines the big and small events of a person's life

Have you ever noticed how, when you live with Taiwanese people, it feels like their daily lives, rhythms, and even big decisions are influenced by something invisible? 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+hand...

Jul 13, 202510 min

C#35 農民曆決定一個人一生的大小事

不知道你有沒有留意過,和台灣人生活在一起時,總是覺得他們的生活節奏、日常活動,甚至一些重要的決定,似乎都被某種看不見的力量所影響? 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📚 Subscribe to the Vocabulary Transcript | 生字充電講義...

Jul 06, 202512 min

E#34 From Elite Classes to Relaxed Learning | A Personal Story

Let me take you through the different stages of education here in Taiwan and share some of my own thoughts on it. 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📚...

Jun 29, 202512 min

C#34 從精英班到輕鬆學習:我的親身故事

我想介紹台灣不同教育階段的內容以及感想。 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📚 Subscribe to the Vocabulary Transcript | 生字充電講義版 (handout only) for this episode: https://ti...

Jun 22, 202511 min

E#33 From Hope to Death | Titanic vs Taiping|The Story of the Taiping Steamer 2

Building on the last article about the Taiping collision’s impact on Taiwanese history, I’ll share key similarities between the Titanic and the Taiping steamer today. 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+hando...

Jun 15, 202517 min

C#33 從希望到死亡的兩艘船:「鐵達尼號」 VS 「太平輪」_太平輪2

提到海上的沉船悲劇,「鐵達尼號」和「太平輪」是讓人印象深刻的兩個事件。雖然它們發生在不同的時代,背景也不同,但其實它們之間有很多相似的地方,就像上一篇文章提到的「太平輪沉船事件」對台灣歷史的影響一樣。接下來,我想從幾個角度來聊聊這兩艘船之間雷同的地方。 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepi...

Jun 08, 202514 min

E#32 Interweaving Hope and Despair | The Story of the Taiping Steamer 1

Today, I want to share a shipwreck so heartbreaking that it is known as the ‘Taiping Collision.’ The Chinese steamer Taiping sank after colliding with another vessel en route to Taiwan, leaving a powerful mark on Taiwan’s history. 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive th...

Jun 01, 202513 min

C#32 希望與絕望的交織:太平輪的故事太平輪1

現在的年輕人可能不熟悉「太平輪」事件。但是,或許有很多人都曾看過這部電影,《太平輪》。1949年,國共內戰期間,許多知識分子、士兵和老百姓為了逃避戰火,選擇搭船到台灣開始新生活,「太平輪」就是承載著這樣期望的船。可惜的是,和「鐵達尼號」一樣,這艘船也沒能抵達目的地,而是駛向了一場悲劇。 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/...

May 25, 202511 min

E#31 The Final Chapter of Opium Addiction:The Japanese Colonial Government’s Approach to Opium | The Opium Wars Part 3

Today, let’s dive into the story of opium in Taiwan under Japanese rule! 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📚 Subscribe to the Vocabulary Transcript |...

May 18, 202518 min

C#31 鴉片成癮最終回:日本殖民政府對鴉片的態度|鴉片戰爭3

上一集我們聊到清朝政府對鴉片的態度。在西元1895年因馬關條約,清朝政府將台灣割讓給日本,所以,接下來的50年間,台灣進入日本統治時期。那麼,日本人在接手台灣後,會如何面對這個棘手的問題呢?他們會全面禁止嗎?還是另有其他策略呢?今天我們就來一起看看日本統治時期台灣的鴉片故事! 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwa...

May 11, 202516 min

E#30 The Rulers' Contradictory Attitude:Was Opium to Blame? | Opium War Part 2

Today, let's dive into how the rulers of the time dealt with the opium problem. 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📚 Subscribe to the Vocabulary Trans...

May 04, 202515 min

C#30 執政者的矛盾心態:都是鴉片惹的禍? | 鴉片戰爭2

在上一集節目中,我們分享了鴉片對當時台灣社會的影響,以及台灣人在不知情的情況下如何視它為「藥物」來使用。而,鴉片對當時台灣執政者的態度是如何呢?執政者贊成人民吸食鴉片嗎?如果答案是否。那麼,他們是用什麼方式來影響人民呢? 🔓 Unlock the Vocabulary-Rich Episode|生字充電站 -- Listen now on SoundOn or Spotify https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/bfdbabf7-530e-42d8-8a9c-234a417e9682 🎧 📝 Want an easier way than SoundOn or Spotify? Join my VIP membership to unlock this exclusive episode and receive the handout! Choose Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電加油站 (audio+handout): https://ko-fi.com/taiwanlanguageepisode/tiers 📚 Su...

Apr 27, 202515 min

Sample Episode : 1st half of VB#29 | Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電站

Vocabulary-Rich Episode | 生字充電站 Join the Vocabulary-Rich Episode! Every two weeks, you'll learn 10 essential Mandarin words based on that week's Chinese episode, along with practical sentence examples for everyday use to boost your speaking skills. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your Chinese, come learn and grow with me in the Vocabulary-Rich Episode! 加入生字充電站! 每兩週,您將根據當週中文節目學到10個必學的中文生字,還有日常生活的實用句型,幫助您提升口語實力。無論您是初學者還是想加強中文,跟著我一起充電站吧! Today's Vocabulary | 這一集的生字: 1. 致癌物質 zhì'ái w...

Apr 24, 202510 min
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