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The Taiwanology podcast is produced by Taiwan’s CommonWealth Magazine, where we discuss Taiwan’s geopolitics, technology and culture, and why they matter to the rest of the world. Powered by Firstory Hosting

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Is the AI boom a bubble? AMD Chair and CEO Lisa Su joins Commonwealth Magazine to share why the AI revolution is just getting started, and why Taiwan remains the center of this universe. Find out why she believes open ecosystems and "AI everywhere" a... more

For decades, Taiwan has been known as the “Bicycle Kingdom.” But it is now under mounting pressure. From the rapid rise of China’s e-bike giants to a growing push in Europe to reshore manufacturing, Taiwan’s bike industry is entering a period of chan... more

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Is artificial intelligence a threat to human agency, or an opportunity for civic innovation? 2025 Right Livelihood Laureate and Taiwan Cyber Ambassador Audrey Tang discusses the shift from algorithms to symbiotic "local Kami" AI. Find out why she has... more

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As China becomes increasingly opaque, how can Taiwan maintain a clear-eyed perspective? We are joined by Professor Tao to dissect the China Monitoring Report by Thinking Taiwan Foundation. They move past the headlines to analyze 50 indicators across ... more

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Recent Guests

Lisa Su
Chair and CEO of AMD
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Episode: Are We in an AI Bubble? AMD’s Lisa Su speaks out in Taiwan 【Taiwanology Ep.60】
Elisa Chiu
Founder of Anchor Global (formerly Anchor Taiwan); driving force behind Bike Venture
Anchor Global
Episode: Is Taiwan’s bike industry losing its luster? 【Taiwanology Ep.59】
Audrey Tang
Taiwan's cyber ambassador, first Digital Minister, architect of the Taiwan model of digital diplomacy, 2025 Right Livelihood Laureate, and global champion of civic AI
Taiwan Government/Cyber Ambassador
Episode: Why Audrey Tang Has No Fear for AI Agents and the OpenClaw【Taiwanology Ep.58】
Tao Yifan
Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at National Taiwan University; senior advisor to the office of former president Tsai Ing-wen
National Taiwan University; Thinking Taiwan Foundation
Episode: Watching the Dragon: How Taiwan Decodes China’s Internal Fragility 【Taiwanology Ep.57】
Dr. Zsuzsa Anna Ferenczy
Visiting fellow at the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies, former adjunct professor at Donghua University
Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies
Episode: Will Europe Choose Taiwan as Trust in China Fades? 【Taiwanology Ep.55】
Matej Šimalčík
Executive director at the Central European Institute of Asian Studies, editor of the discussed report
Central European Institute of Asian Studies
Episode: Will Europe Choose Taiwan as Trust in China Fades? 【Taiwanology Ep.55】
Jack Huang
Organizer for Taiwan-supported pavilion at COP30 and consultant for the United Nations
Episode: Taiwan’s Growing Climate Voice at Brazil’s COP30【Taiwanology Ep.54】
CC Wu
Customs and trade consultant at PwC with extensive experience managing logistics, compliance, and ESG in Southeast Asia.
PwC
Episode: Forced Labor? What Taiwan’s Exporters Must Do Next【Taiwanology Ep.53】
Roi Silberberg
Israeli political educator and director at School for Peace, focusing on dialogue between Palestinians and Israelis.
School for Peace
Episode: 【Taiwanology Ep.52】Seeking Peace in Taiwan: An Israeli and a Palestinian in Dialogue

Hosts

Kwangyin Liu
Host of Taiwanology; CommonWealth Magazine
Liu Kwangyin
Host of Taiwanology; CommonWealth Magazine
Liu Guangying
Host of the Taiwanology podcast; CommonWealth Magazine

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 184 ratings
  • 好專業的頻道

    當英文聽力練習很不錯

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    洛丁阿亞
    Taiwan6 months ago
  • 太棒的頻道

    難得的英語專業頻道,光瑩講英語像朗讀,聲音優美、語速適中,是練習英文聽力的好頻道!

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    5
    愛家愛吃的中年文青
    Taiwan6 months ago
  • 優質節目

    這一集的內容太令人難過了💔願世界和平🙏

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    5
    Cindypure
    Taiwan8 months ago
  • Amazing

    Thanks for common wealth magazine to have this Podcast to let the world can understand more about Taiwan

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    5
    愛叛逆不愛叛逆
    Taiwana year ago
  • Still good

    It’s worthy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    洛丁阿亞
    Taiwana year ago

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Excellent English practice with a clearly spoken host and well-structured discussions
Thoughtful, high-quality policy analysis that's accessible to non-specialists
Deep dive into Taiwan's role in global tech and geopolitics is consistently informative

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#182
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#184
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#207
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Watching the Dragon: How Taiwan Decodes China’s Internal Fragility 【Taiwanology Ep.57】
Q: What should Taiwan do next given these trends in China's social, economic, and political dimensions?
Three main actions: keep investing in knowledge about China, strengthen economic and social resilience at home, and work with international partners to shape a realistic global understanding of China.
Watching the Dragon: How Taiwan Decodes China’s Internal Fragility 【Taiwanology Ep.57】
Q: Based on these indicators, what do they suggest about China's international and regional outlook?
They suggest a tense but negotiable relationship with the United States, a focus on superpower competition, continued reliance on exports despite domestic weaknesses, and a potential for heightened trade frictions globally.
U.S. Skepticism in Taiwan: From Shared Values to Protection Fees【Taiwanology Ep.56】
Q: How do you think the deadlock in the Taiwanese parliament can be resolved?
It requires the government to communicate better with the opposition and find common ground on defense spending issues.
U.S. Skepticism in Taiwan: From Shared Values to Protection Fees【Taiwanology Ep.56】
Q: Would you say that the US skepticism is becoming more mainstream in Taiwan?
There's now a lot more anxiety about the robustness of the US-Taiwan relationship, rather than pure skepticism about the US's trustworthiness.
U.S. Skepticism in Taiwan: From Shared Values to Protection Fees【Taiwanology Ep.56】
Q: What do you think is the origin of this sentiment?
The skepticism towards US support has long existed in Taiwan, with some believing it's unrealistic to solely count on the US to cope with tensions with China.

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The show centers on Taiwan's geopolitics, technology, and culture, with conversations that span policy, industry, and global impact. Episodes frequently feature experts and policymakers discussing Taiwan's role in global supply chains, climate action, defense, and digital governance, often connecting local developments to international trends. Notable strengths include a mix of in-depth policy analysis, technology insights, and cross-border perspectives from prominent guests, making complex topics accessible for professionals evaluating opportunities in tech, policy, and international business.

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1. Lisa Su
2. Elisa Chiu
3. Audrey Tang
4. Tao Yifan
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6. Matej Šimalčík
7. Jack Huang
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