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Syrian Refugee Crisis
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Taiwan Salon is a podcast produced by the Global Taiwan Institute (GTI), a 501(c)3 policy think tank in Washington, DC. Hosted by members of GTI’s staff, Taiwan Salon examines Taiwan’s cultural policy and approach to soft power from perspectives both inside and outside the government. Through interviews, the series illuminates how Taiwan’s unique history and culture interacts with policy and pinpo... more

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In this episode of Taiwan Salon, GTI Senior Programs Manager Adrienne Wu and Intern Diarra Molock interview KJ Chang, the founder of Mizo Games. KJ explains how Mizo Games—through board games like 2045 and Raid on Takao—combines fantasy, Taiwan’s his... more

In this episode of Taiwan Salon, GTI Senior Programs Manager Adrienne Wu and Intern Diarra Molock interview Hsin-mei Cheng, the screenwriter and producer behind the series Zero Day Attack, which depicts the events surrounding a Chinese attack on Taiw... more

In this episode of Taiwan Salon, GTI Senior Programs Manager Adrienne Wu and Communications Associate Yuchen Lee interview Chris Horton, a freelance journalist based in Taipei. Chris talks about his journey to Taipei, international news coverage of T... more

In this episode of Taiwan Salon, host and GTI Program Manager Adrienne Wu interviews Director of Research Caroline Fried and Director of Engagement Siwei Huang from the Center for Asia Pacific Resilience and Innovation (CAPRI). For our season four pr... more

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Recent Guests

KJ Chang
Founder of Mizo Games
Mizo Games
Episode: Taiwan Salon Season 4, Episode 4: KJ Chang on Learning Taiwan's History through Board Games
Hsin-mei Cheng
Screenwriter and producer behind the series Zero Day Attack, former manager of the Taiwanese Language Channel at Public Television Service, and Golden Bell Award-winning screenwriter.
Episode: Taiwan Salon, Season 4, Episode 3: Hsin-mei Cheng on "Zero Day Attack" and Taiwanese Media
Chris Horton
Independent journalist based in Taipei, with articles published in various major media outlets including The New York Times and Financial Times.
Episode: Taiwan Salon, Season 4, Episode 2: Chris Horton on Journalism in Taiwan
Caroline Fried
Director of Research at CAPRI
Center for Asia Pacific Resilience and Innovation
Episode: Taiwan Salon, Season 4, Episode 1: Caroline Fried and Siwei Huang on Nonpartisanship and Taiwan-Based Think Tanks
Siwei Huang
Director of Engagement at CAPRI
Center for Asia Pacific Resilience and Innovation
Episode: Taiwan Salon, Season 4, Episode 1: Caroline Fried and Siwei Huang on Nonpartisanship and Taiwan-Based Think Tanks
Chen-Yu Chiu
CEO and Principal Architect of the Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens
Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens
Episode: Taiwan Salon, Season 3, Episode 5: Chen-Yu Chiu on Taiwan’s Role in Humanitarian Aid
Jay Lin
Founder and CEO of Portico Media and GagaOOLala, LGBTQ+ activist
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Episode: Taiwan Salon, Season 3, Episode 4: Jay Lin on LGBTQ+ Media and the Pink Economy

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Adrienne Wu
Host of Taiwan Salon, involved with the Global Taiwan Institute.

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#88
Australia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#80
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Apple Podcasts
#118
Hong Kong/Government
Apple Podcasts
#138
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#154
Switzerland/Government

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Taiwan Salon, Season 4, Episode 3: Hsin-mei Cheng on "Zero Day Attack" and Taiwanese Media
Q: Can you talk about why you decided to shoot a TV show on this particular topic?
Cheng had wanted to tell this story for years and felt compelled to act due to growing tensions and fears of losing freedom of speech in Taiwan.
Taiwan Salon, Season 3, Episode 5: Chen-Yu Chiu on Taiwan’s Role in Humanitarian Aid
Q: Are there things that international actors could do to help Taiwanese NGOs?
Chiu emphasizes the need for collaboration and support from international NGOs to help Taiwanese organizations operate more effectively in humanitarian efforts.
Taiwan Salon, Season 3, Episode 5: Chen-Yu Chiu on Taiwan’s Role in Humanitarian Aid
Q: Do you think that Taiwan civil society can act on behalf of the government and representing Taiwan?
Chiu suggests that civil society can navigate the international space where government interaction is restricted, by focusing on humanitarian work rather than political affiliations.
Taiwan Salon, Season 4, Episode 2: Chris Horton on Journalism in Taiwan
Q: Could you tell us more about why just we're curious about why you picked the topic Ghost Nation to describe Taiwan and also what is the main message you want the readers to take away from this book?
The title reflects Taiwan's complex identity as an independent country, and the message emphasizes its importance in global democracy.
Taiwan Salon, Season 4, Episode 2: Chris Horton on Journalism in Taiwan
Q: In your experience reporting on Taiwan, which topic you found are of most interest to international readers?
Topics like the same-sex marriage movement and the impact of COVID-19 on Taiwan have garnered significant attention.

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This podcast explores the intricate dynamics of Taiwan's cultural policy and its approach to soft power, featuring discussions with notable figures from various fields. Topics frequently include Taiwan's cultural identity, media representation, and the challenges it faces in international relations, especially its interactions with countries like China and the United States. Episodes often shine a light on issues such as journalism, humanitarian initiatives, LGBTQ rights, and nonpartisanship in policy research, offering listeners a deep understanding of Taiwan's role on the global stage. It stands out for examining not just the political landscape but also the cultural narratives that contribute to Taiwan's international identity.

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1. KJ Chang
2. Hsin-mei Cheng
3. Chris Horton
4. Caroline Fried
5. Siwei Huang
6. Chen-Yu Chiu
7. Jay Lin

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