The Islanders

Alcohol is arguably one of the most ingenious discoveries of mankind, and most countries in the world have their own special variety made from local crops with traditional techniques. Taiwan is no different. Kinmen Kaoliang is the spirit of our choosing, and within its sweet and fruity notes we can catch a glimpse of Taiwan's unique climate and distilling process. Join the boys today to get tipsy!

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From bringing an economic miracle to being the Queen's favorite, Taiwan's tea (or Cha in mandarin) has been extremely influential in our history. Nowadays, though it has lost some of its former glory, it is still essential in our daily lives, bringing entertainment and delicious taste. Join us today as resident tea connoisseur Daniel tells the fables of Taiwan tea.

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With its wonderful abundance of fruits, Taiwan sure knows how to make scrumptious desserts out of these sweet nectars of nature. Join James, Daniel and Yen this week to talk about some of their favorites, including hometown memories and classic delicacies.

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As a tropical island, we are blessed with (nearly) all the fruits in the world all year round. Join James, Daniel and Yen today to talk about the fruits in Taiwan! From tabletop staples to exotic produce, this episode is surely going to get you craving for them fruits.

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Following the 311 Great Sendai Earthquake in Japan, Taiwan has been rethinking its energy policies. Being in the same disaster-prone region, Taiwan may not have what it takes to survive a nuclear disaster. However, the environmental and energy benefits of a nuclear reactor are far too lucrative to overlook. Join the boys this week for a storytelling session of the development of Taiwan’s changing energy landscape.

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In 2019, Taiwan became the first country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. Though victorious, it was not an easy task. Join the boys this week to take a look at the events leading to this achievement, and on the way, think about what this truly means to the Taiwanese people.

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What first comes to mind when you think about art films? Boring long shots? Dull stories? Join Daniel and Yen today as they dig deeper into the Taiwanese art film scene to find out more about the rise and fall of new age art films.

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With classics like 'Brokeback Mountain' and 'Life of Pi', director Ang Lee is certainly a national Taiwanese treasure. Join the boys today to hear some stories about the legend himself and a discussion on some of his films!

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Music is an inseparable element of our lives, and with so many independent bands to choose from, what are some of our favorites? Join James, Daniel and Yen this week as they dig deep into their musical archives and find bands that are worth a recommendation(or two)!

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In the past ten years, independent music in Taiwan has grown tremendously in popularity. But what makes Taiwanese Independent music so special and distinct from other varieties? Join James, Daniel, and Yen this week to find out all about this unique genre, including lyrical themes and the reason of its recent rise.

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