A world heavily impacted by climate change is not a distant future, it’s impacting us right now. Tuvalu is at the forefront of climate change. It is disappearing because of rising sea levels. What are some measures Tuvalu has been taking and plans to take to preserve its culture and way of life? What about actions from the international community? How do young people in Tuvalu approach the impact of climate change to their homeland? Let’s sit down with the Ambassador of Tuvalu to Taiwan, Bikenibeu Paeniu, who has been an important figure calling for action in light of climate change, and learn more about the grave impact of climate change on Tuvalu and many Pacific island communities. 

Bikenibeu Paeniu was the first Tuvalu Prime Minister to sign the The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Convention of Biological Diversity (CBD) in Rio in 1992.

You might have heard people saying that “Why go see a play when you can see a movie?” 
When was the last time you stepped into a theater and watched a play? Or perhaps you’ve never done it before? What about movies? Are you a movie-goer? In general, going to the movies has been significantly more popular among people. Why do people often compare the two? Today, I’m joined by actor Ruei-Siang Chen to talk about the differences between these two art forms. Moreover, the very different experiences these two bring you. Turn your electronic devices into silent mode, and let’s make our way to the theater.

Hello there, it’s your host Sharon. Today I’m back with Chris to talk more about voting in Taiwan. How plausible is it to set up remote voting in Taiwan? Who benefits from the current in-person voting system? Make sure to check out part 1 of the show if you haven’t. This is a topic I’d love to revisit. Any researchers, professors, experts on voting systems in Taiwan, feel free to reach out. You can find my email on my host bio. 

Hey you, it’s Sharon Lin. Today we will be discussing voting in Taiwan. Do you know what a typical voting day is like in Taiwan, and what you have to bring with you? A big debate that has been going on is: Why couldn’t we vote remotely? This topic has raised so many other questions, such as Taiwan’s Household Registration system. Today, I’m joined by my colleague Chris Gorin to chat more, and raise questions we have about Taiwan’s current voting system. Stay tuned as there will be part 2 coming out next week!

Hey you, it’s your host, Sharon Lin. Today, we’re continuing our chat with Allen and Elyse about ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). Make sure to check out part 1 of our interview if you haven’t! What is the spark for Allen and Elyse to share their journeys with ADHD? How important is it to build a community and find your support system? And, why is it important that all of us know something about ADHD? Let's hop right back in. Here are links to Allen’s and Elyse’s platform if you’d like to learn more about ADHD and its wonderful community:
Elyse’s YouTube “ADHD大孩子"https://www.youtube.com/@ADHDBIGKID

Allen’s Facebook platform “ADHD知識家": https://zh-tw.facebook.com/hiweareadhdtw/

Hey, it’s your host Sharon. On today’s That’s Debatable, I’m joined by Allen and Elyse to talk about ADHD. Have you heard of ADHD before? ADHD stands for “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.” Allen and Elyse both have ADHD themselves, and they’ve also been advocates of ADHD awareness. What are some challenges you would likely face in school, at work, and in your daily life if you have ADHD? What are some misconceptions people often have about ADHD? In many places around the world, there’s still so much stigma around ADHD. What are some reasons why people shy away from talking about it? Let’s dive in and get to know more about ADHD. Stay tuned for part 2 of our conversation coming out next week!

When thinking about Australia, what comes to mind? Kangaroos, koalas, giant spiders, or the Sydney Opera House? What is daily life like there? Do one state differ from another? Has the makeup of residents in Australia changed? Today, we’re chatting with Eric Wang, an old friend of mine who’s been living in Australia for almost 20 years, to see how much of these are myths, and how much are actually not too far from the truth, from Eric's experience. Let's get to know more about life down under!

Hey, Sharon here. Today we’re continuing our chat on all things travel planning. Also, have you solo traveled before? (I have!) Why or why not? Why do we enjoy traveling? Today, both Issy and I will share more with you, and places we hope to travel to in the future. Make a cup of tea, or any beverage of your choice. Let’s chat. 

Window seat, or aisle seat? Check out a vibrant city, or go on a tranquil hike? Meet up later, or stick together? Yes, of course you can do both and find a balance. Yet, how to communicate your needs with your travel companions? Travel planning is a lot of work, especially if you’re traveling with others. There are countless items on the list that could potentially spark arguments since everyone has different priorities when traveling. When solo-traveling, you would likely also encounter moments that make you engage in “inner debates” with yourself. Traveling together could make or break a relationship, whether it’s friends, partners, colleagues, families, and so on. What's more, you also get to know more about yourself. Join Sharon and Issy now. Let’s hop right in.

The current scene of the art world is still predominantly White. From educational spaces, museums, to research institutions, and more, there is still much to be desired when it comes to diversity and inclusion. Today, my guest and friend, Emily, and I, are here to share with you our experiences navigating in the art world as international students and young professionals. What are some common discriminatory behaviors people of color experience in educational spaces, from faculty members who are supposed to have a good enough awareness of culture and diversity? How can we help make the space more welcoming for people of diverse backgrounds? There is so much to talk about under today's theme and obviously we couldn't cover it all. I certainly look forward to diving in more in the future. Now, buckle up, and let’s chat.