Taiwanica

By Eric

Taiwanica is a podcast made for those who are interested in hearing the cultural differences between the USA and Taiwan. These topics are discussed between a married couple: Eric (American) and Ani

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December 30, 2022Top 3 Strangest Food Combinations in Taiwan and the USA EP 36
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Food combinations come in all shapes and sizes, and some may seem strange at first glance but combine surprisingly well! In Taiwan, soy milk and oil sticks are up there as the most popular street foods.

The soy milk is soybean-based and provides a sweet, velvety taste. The crunchy oil sticks add an interesting contrasting texture – not to mention fat content – to the soy milk for a truly unique experience.

For another cultural culinary adventure, try out tomatoes and peanut butter & jelly… yes, really! The tomatoes provide juiciness when combined with the sweetness of the jam while the nutty peanut butter ties everything together.

Meanwhile in the USA, two classics have combined to create something even better - grilled cheese hamburgers are one example that epitomizes American comfort food combining buttery melty cheese with juicy beef patties.

And who could forget macaroni and cheeseburgers? A guilty pleasure of ours! What strange food combinations do you like together?

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食物組合有各種各樣的形狀和大小，有些可能乍一看似乎很奇怪，但組合在一起卻意外地很好！在台灣，豆漿和油條是最受歡迎的街頭美食之一。
豆漿是以黃豆為基礎，提供甜美、絲滑的口感。酥脆的油條則為豆漿增添了一種有趣的對比質地，更不用說其豐富的脂肪含量了，讓人體驗到獨特的口感。
對於另一種文化美食冒險，不妨試試蕃茄配花生醬和果醬，是的，真的是這樣！蕃茄的多汁與果醬的甜味融合在一起，而花生醬的堅果味則將所有東西緊密地聯繫在一起。
按此支持Anita和Eric的咖啡因成癮！

與此同時，在美國，兩個經典美食結合在一起，創造出更好的東西 - 烤起司漢堡就是其中一個例子，它是美式舒適食物的典範，將濃郁奶香的起司與多汁的牛肉餅結合在一起。
還有什麼比起司通心粉漢堡更令人難以抗拒的呢？這是我們的罪惡之愉！你喜歡哪些奇怪的食物組合呢？
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December 15, 2022Top five dating hotspots in Taiwan and the USA! Are they the same and different? EP 35
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What are the top five dating hotspots, both in Taiwan and the USA? Is there a shared similarity or have they gone their own ways?

We're about to uncover the cultural differences in romance preferences! Get ready for the ultimate juxtaposition: Taiwanese and American dating habits!

Prepare yourself to be surprised. Could it be that California's sunset beaches are comparable to Taiwan's night markets *wink*

Have we been missing out on their hot spots all this time?

Let’s take a deep dive into discovering some of the most sought-after love locations.

Where will spark fly – east or west from here?!

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We hope you enjoy episode 35 of Taiwanica!

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Some questions that you might wonder:

• Where's the best place to get your first kiss?
• Where's the best place to have your first date?
• How many bases are too many bases?
• Where's the best place to get romantic?
• And much more!

什麼是台灣和美國的五個最熱門約會地點？它們有共同之處還是各自發展？
我們將揭示浪漫偏好上的文化差異！準備好迎接終極對比：台灣和美國的約會習慣！
準備好被驚艷到。加州的日落海灘和台灣的夜市是否可相提並論呢？眨眼
我們是否一直錯過了它們的熱門地點？
讓我們深入探索一些最受追捧的愛情場所。
從這裡開始，火花將在東邊或西邊閃耀！
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我們希望您喜歡 Taiwanica 的第35集！

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一些您可能想知道的問題：

• 第一次親吻的最佳地點在哪裡？
• 第一次約會的最佳地點在哪裡？
• 多少個基地是太多了？
• 最浪漫的地方在哪裡？
• 還有更多！

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December 08, 2022Old People, How are they different? (An episode about elders in Taiwan and USA) EP 34
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Everyone knows that old people have some strange habits that raise eyebrows.

But are these habits universal or based on where they're from?

That's what this episode is all about!

In the USA, you will see more old people in some places than others.

In Taiwan, old people like to do activities that their younger generations think are strange...

Nonetheless, they are our guides and wisdom of the past.

With absolute respect and humor, Anita and Eric share their points of view on how old people influence their societies in the utmost amusing and exciting ways.

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This episode is something more specific about the actual people in our countries, an experiment to talk about the smaller details of our countries. We hope you enjoy episode 34 of Taiwanica!

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Some questions that you might wonder:

• Where do old people live when they retire in the USA?
• What kind of activities are common for elders to do?
• Do Taiwan and USA's elderly people have any commonalities or differences?
• All I know is that old people can sometimes not be very P.C. in the USA, is it the same in Taiwan?
• And much more!

每個人都知道老人有些奇怪的習慣會讓人瞪大眼睛。

但這些習慣是普遍存在的還是基於他們所在的地方？

這就是本集節目的主題！

在美國，你會在某些地方看到比其他地方更多的老人。

在台灣，老人喜歡做年輕一代認為奇怪的活動...

儘管如此，他們是我們的指南和過去的智慧。

在絕對尊重和幽默的前提下，Anita和Eric分享了他們對老人如何以最有趣和令人興奮的方式影響他們的社會的觀點。

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這一集更具體地探討了我們國家中實際的人，是關於我們國家細節的實驗。我們希望您喜歡《Taiwanica》的第34集！

聽取更多有趣的集數，並支持Anita和Eric的咖啡因上癮，請單擊此處！

您可能會想知道以下問題：

• 美國退休老人居住在哪裡？

• 老年人通常會做哪些活動？

• 台灣和美國的老年人是否有共通點或差異？

• 我所知道的是，美國的老人有時可能不是非常P.C.，台灣也是這樣嗎？

• 還有更多！
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November 29, 2022Thanksgiving! What are the strangest things that happen on this gobble gobble holiday? EP 33
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Some people say that Thanksgiving is a holiday that is similar to Chinese New Year.

What do you do on this holiday?

Get together, eat food, have family drama, and that's just about it.

But there are some great things that happen during this event.

For example, everyone needs to bring their own dish to Thanksgiving - or they have to cook it together in the SAME kitchen. It gets intense...

For the kids, in the morning, there is a parade in New York City in the morning that carries balloons.

One of the cons of the holiday is that there is way too much food and most of the time it doesn't signify anything deep. We just eat and "give thanks", which is us saying thank you for the meal.

Anita shares her experience as a foreigner in the USA and what were the highlights of her turkey experience.

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This special holiday is something that we want to share with you as our thanks to you all for listening to our Podcast - we are so grateful! We hope you enjoy episode 33 of Taiwanica!

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Some questions that you might wonder:

• What do people eat on Thanksgiving besides turkey?
• What usually happens in a house during this holiday?
• Is Thanksgiving just one day?
• What is Black Friday and why is it right after Thanksgiving?
• And much more!

This is a fun episode that we think you will really enjoy!
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November 23, 2022 Why are drugs kinda illegal in the USA but SUPER illegal in Taiwan? EP 32
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Disclaimer! We are not here to promote the usage of any illegal drugs. This is an episode that is ONLY sharing information and stories about this topic.

With that out of the way... hello!

There are so many ways for people to get "high" these days.

The strangest thing is though, most people know that they are illegal, but never asked the simplest question, why?

It seems that our societies made these decisions long ago and now are slowly questioning whether to maintain or change.

The USA has been converting more and more people to think of legalizing these illegal drugs.

It's been a controversial debate state by state. But as more states legalize and see the benefits: extra tax money to go to education, infrastructure, and fewer loved ones in prison.

No wonder it seems like a no-brainer!

But still, there are drugs that need to be better regulated - we discuss about those and how they connect with social class.

Click here to listen to our episode about social class between Taiwan and the USA

To Eric and Anita, illegal drugs have their place.

But they also think that legalizing drugs, so long as they have proper rules and regulations, is the appropriate thing to do.

This is because they care about a developing society that understands each other rather than condemns.

Also, we share a little story about our experiences with Marijuana.

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Anita and Eric grew up and pretty isolated and unaware households about this topic. Nevertheless, as they grew up they experienced some things and want to share experiences with you in episode 32 of Taiwanica!

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Some questions that you might wonder:

• What drugs have been legalized in the USA?
• Do people in the USA all think that drugs are good?
• Taiwan is so liberal, but why are they so strict on drugs?
• What does a drug store (dispensary) look like in the USA?
• And much more!

This is a fun episode that we think you will really enjoy!

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November 03, 2022The art of being social is all in the class (An Episode About Social Class) EP 31
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Another day, another dollar.

Did you ever think that the amount of money you have in your pocket represents what social class you're in?

Let's face it: money rules all of us and everything that we do. It is the representation of success and the medium on which we used to get whenever we want. But it's even more than that. It classifies you. It tells you what you can and cannot do. And it's all recorded for society to see. Intense, right?

Check out the book that Eric mentioned The Four Hour Work Week

To Eric and Anita, social class has been an interesting idea for them. Starting from the lowest level just a year ago to climb the best they can to greater heights has been no easy matter. They talk about their point of you on these topics and how each of these groups is represented.

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For most people, it's not even a topic that they even consider. But for others, it's a big deal. It's almost a competition to rank higher than your surrounding neighbors, friends, and even family. To be that way. No word from the wise Eric, don't let class you, that you define class for yourself.

Anita and Eric grew up in a world with and without much and they explain their opinions about this topic in episode 31 of Taiwanica!

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Some questions that you might wonder:

• What does social class even mean?
• What are some jobs that are in each class?
• Is it true that anyone can afford a BMW in the USA?
• How can you spot a wealthy person?
• And much more!

We hope you enjoy today's episode because it's a very special one for us.
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29min
October 24, 2022Social Media, Has it Improved Human Communication? (An episode about talking with people) EP 30
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Addicted to Facebook, Twitter, or Tiktok?

Ever wonder why you feel a little embarrassed when someone asks you: "How much time do you spend on Facebook?"

We all have our vices. Sometimes we have control over them and sometimes they have control over us. Most of the time people think social media is a good influence on their lives because of the purposes and the benefits they use it for and get.

To Eric and Anita, social media has become a factor much greater than just communication. It is about linking people, connecting on a deeper level, and understanding people who you may not even know in real life and yet to know better than some of your family members just because you spent so much time on their profiles.

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Let's face it. Social media is forever a part of our lives. It's not going anywhere and in fact, it is constantly evolving. But the big question is, are we evolving with it, or are being forced to adapt to it?

A lot of people wonder about these kinds of things and it's something that we want to discuss. Anita and Eric grew up in a world with and without social media and they explain their opinions about it in episode 30 of Taiwanica!

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Some questions that you might wonder:

• What was life like before Facebook?
• How did people connect deeply in the past and nowadays?
• Does social media really have a negative influence on your health?
• Can you actually regulate how much social media you use?
• And much more!

This is the movie we recommended you watch (The Social Dilemma)

We hope you enjoy today's episode because it's a very special one for us.
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October 14, 2022Time to hide under the table or run out of the building! Mother Nature is angry. (An Episode About Natural Disasters) EP 29
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Ever seen a tornado?

Have you ever been in an earthquake?

Disasters are ... well... scary!

No matter what country you're in and where in that country you are, mother nature has a way of striking fear into your heart. This is something that we all can relate to but just in different ways. For some, it's something from the sea, for others, it's something from the sky, and even for others, it's something from the land itself.

No, this is not a band reference. I am talking about the real elements of the Earth: water wind and fire.

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It's important to be careful during these times. But more importantly to enjoy our stories from these experiences and see how others have understood these crazy events.

A lot of people wonder about this and it's something that we want to discuss. Each country has its big disaster that everyone connects with, which will be the main part of the conversation in episode 29 of Taiwanica!

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Some questions that you might wonder:

• How does Eric react to an earthquake?
• What do people actually do if there is a tornado?
• Is fire something to actually be afraid of?
• Do typhoons happen in other countries, too?
• And much more!

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September 22, 2022Friends Until The Very End? Depends On You (An Episode About Friendship) EP 28
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You ever have a friend bail you out of jail?

How about a friend who saved your ass from embarrassment?

We all have friends, some great, some that we wished we never met. Those friends from our childhoods who we met from our parents' child dates so that they could gossip. Or those friends from the sports we played who we never saw again afterward. Even friends from our friends who knew our friends from their friends.

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Friends are everywhere. And they're an important part of life.

But why do we have all these different types of friends and why do some go and some stay?

A lot of people wonder about this and it's something that we want to discuss. One thing Anita and Eric have discovered from building and losing friends is that it helps build character, which will be the main part of the conversation in episode 28 of Taiwanica!

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Some questions that you might wonder:

• Do Anita and Eric have a lot of friends?
• How do they manage their relationships?
• Does friendship come easy to everyone or is it hard?
• Can people from different countries become friends easily?
• And much more!

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We hope you enjoy today's episode because it's a very special one for us.
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September 20, 2022Fire up the BBQ and Grill Up Some Mooncake - It's Moon Festival Time!! EP 27
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Did you know that the calories in one moon cake are equal to 45 minutes of running?

I first heard this while I was scarfing down my third egg yolk moon cake of the day (I didn't count how many for the week).

Let's just say... I haven't had much moon cake since then.

Taiwan sure does love them. So much that you can find them in literally every store, stand, or office building around this time.

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Then there was BBQ. Once just commercial advertising the great taste of BBQ sauce during this time of the year has turned this activity into a cultural must-do, if not, your parents, neighbors, and distant relatives will all gasp at your disgrace for not buying a grill to celebrate the big moon - SHAME!

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Mid-autumn festival is all about getting together with family and friends one last time before the summer ends and people go back to their regular routines and get used to them again like going to school, being serious about work, and leaving home after a nice summer break.

So how do the Taiwanese celebrate?

They like to get together and have some barbecue, share a few moon cakes, and be merry throughout the week by doing a whole lot of nothing. It's actually Eric's favorite holiday in Taiwan in episode 27 of Taiwanica!

The Best BBQ Sauce in the WORLD, Eric's Favorite!

SOME QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT WONDER:
• How did Eric and Anita enjoy their mid-autumn festival what is a similar holiday in the USA during the same time?

• What are some of the differences between the changing of seasons in the USA and Taiwan?

• Why is barbecue such a popular thing during this time?

• And much more!

We hope you enjoy today's episode because it's a very special one for us.

Anita and Eric really enjoy discussing this podcast episode because it reminds them of being in Taiwan and celebrating with their close friends. We are sure you can relate to those who are in the USA and those in Taiwan who wish to travel again.
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FAQs about Taiwanica:

How many episodes does Taiwanica have?

The podcast currently has 116 episodes available.