Best Taiwan Podcasts (2025)

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EZ News 04/25/25 6:46

2d ago6:46

6:46

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 382-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 19,861 on turnover of $8.6-billion N-T. The market ended the day down on Thursday, as the market fell into consolidation mode amid lingering concerns by investors about the impact of U-S tariffs on Taiwan…

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A much touted opposition summit 43:50

5h ago43:50

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We talk Pope Francis' death and Taiwan, a meeting between the heads of the KMT and the Taiwan People's Party, overseas electronic voting and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT

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EZ News 04/24/25 5:53

3d ago5:53

5:53

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 113-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 19,752 on turnover of 7.3-billion N-T. The market recorded its second highest daily point gain in history on Wednesday, as the main board soared more than 800-points, amid the possible easing of trade ten…

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EZ News 04/23/25 5:30

4d ago5:30

5:30

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 370-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 19,163 on turnover of 6.4-billion N-T. The market extended its losses from a session earlier on Tuesday to close down by more than 300-points. However, investors this morning reacted positively to rise on…

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EZ News 04/22/25 5:46

5d ago5:46

5:46

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 115-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 18,990 on turnover of 3-billion N-T. The market fell by almost 300 points on Monday due to lake of investor interest in semiconductor heavyweights as U-S tariff polices continue to impact market sentime…

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EZ News 04/21/25 5:40

6d ago5:40

5:40

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 79-points this morning from Friday's close, at 19,321 on turnover of 1.6-billion N-T. The market ended slightly higher on Friday, despite a rather bumpy ride for Wall Street last Thursday as Nvidia helped pull down the tech-heavy Nasdaq. Measures to cur…

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EZ News 04/18/25 6:38

9d ago6:38

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Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 85-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 19,424 on turnover of $2.4-billion N-T. Shares in Taiwan extended their losses Thursday from a session earlier, falling more than 120 points, as market sentiment remained cautious ahead of an investor conf…

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Recall petition probes 45:58

5d ago45:58

45:58

We talk the latest on investigations into allegations of recall petition signature forgery, denials that convenience stores will be used as wartime hubs and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT

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EZ News 04/17/25 5:58

9d ago5:58

5:58

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 78-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 19,389 on turnover of 5-billion N-T. The market lost ground again on Wednesday - tumbling nearly 400-points - as the trade war between the United States and China escalated after Washington imposed a fre…

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Seven Days that Rattled Taiwan Business 17:49

7d ago17:49

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It was on the first day of Taiwan's four day Tomb Sweeping (清明) Festival weekend that businessmen woke up to the news that Taiwan could expect a 32 percent%, on top of a standard 10% tariff on all its exports to the United States. But just hours after it took effect, that immense tariff was suspended for 90 days. How some businesses responded to th…

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EZ News 04/16/25 6:04

10d ago6:04

6:04

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 120-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 19,737 on turnover of 4.1-billion N-T. The market moved sharply higher on Tuesday as buying was sparked by a rally on Wall Street overnight. Analysts says the rebound largely reflected the gains on the …

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EZ News 04/15/25 5:57

11d ago5:57

5:57

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 96-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 19,609 on turnover of 4.4-billion N-T. The market bucked a regional upward trend on Monday and closed marginally lower after early gains eroded amid lingering investor concerns over the Trump administratio…

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EZ News 04/14/25 6:17

13d ago6:17

6:17

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 157-points this morning from Friday's close, at 19,686 on turnover of 11-billion N-T. The market closed up on Friday, despite Wall Street slumping overnight as investors remained concerned about Donald Trump's trade war - as the local main board ended a r…

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EZ News 04/11/25 6:13

16d ago6:13

6:13

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 228-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 18,773 on turnover of 11-billion N-T. Taiwan stocks finished up 9.25 percent Thursday, surging more than 1,600 points at the market's opening after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause o…

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Tariff tremors 47:57

12d ago47:57

47:57

We talk Taiwan's wobbly US tariff week, allegations of a violation of procurement rules by the Taipei Metro and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT

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EZ News 04/10/25 5:58

15d ago5:58

5:58

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 864-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 18,256 on turnover of 15-billion N-T. The market saw heavy losses for the third consecutive trading day on Wednesday - as the main board tumbled more than 1,000-points after America slapped a 32-per cent …

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EZ News 04/09/25 6:10

17d ago6:10

6:10

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 122-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 18,337 on turnover of 12.5-billion N-T. The market extended its losses from the previous session on Tuesday - declining more than 700 points - but the downturn was capped as some investors appeared will…

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From the Archives: Former KMT lawmaker at large Jason Hsu (許毓仁) 9:51

15d ago9:51

9:51

Former KMT lawmaker-at-large Jason Hsu made his mark in office by promoting tech, and embracing the idea of reaching across the aisle and working for the good of Taiwan. He shares the inspiring story of his life before his departure for the United States with Hope Ngo. First aired August 29, 2022. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn…

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EZ News 04/08/25 5:55

16d ago5:55

5:55

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 167-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 19,064 on turnover of 6.9-billion N-T The market registered its steepest ever daily decline on Monday - as the main board tumbled 2,065 points due to a downturn in investor sentiment following U-S Presi…

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EZ News 04/07/25 5:44

20d ago5:44

5:44

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 1,144-points this morning from last Wednesday's close, at 20,153 on turnover of 15-billion N-T as investors reacted to U-S President Donald Trump's 32-per cent tariff on goods from Taiwan. The market closed slightly higher last Wednesday when investors …

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EZ News 2025/04/02 5:27

25d ago5:27

5:27

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EZ News 04/01/25 6:00

22d ago6:00

6:00

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 188-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 20,884 on turnover of 5.2-billion N-T. The market plunged more than 4-per cent on Monday on the back of investor concerns over U-S President Donald Trump's tariff threats that could become reality later t…

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Taipei's Chifeng Street (赤峰街) is a Historical Treasure. Nadia Lin tells us why 10:08

22d ago10:08

10:08

It's a busy hive of hipster cafes, hair salons, and independent book shops. But there is more to Taipei's Chifeng Street than meets the eye, and it took a tour with Nadia Lin to get to get to know this fascinating neighborhood. Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT

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EZ News 03/31/25 6:18

27d ago6:18

6:18

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Taiwan Stock Exchange's main index opened down 348.26 points at 21,254.63 on turnover of NT$8.79 billion. US and Japan defense chiefs take note of China's activates around Taiwan The defense ministers of the United States and Japan says they "took note" of military activi…

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EZ News 03/28/25 6:04

26d ago6:04

6:04

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 116-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 21,836 on turnover of $5.7-billion N-T. Cabinet to establish agency for strengthening personal data protection The Cabinet has approved a proposal paving the way (（為…）創造條件) for the establishment of an i…

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Allegations of an erosion of free speech 48:16

27d ago48:16

48:16

We talk calls for "advocating war" to be made a crime, a civil defense drill, KMT referendum bills making progress in the Legislature and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT

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EZ News 03/27/25 6:23

29d ago6:23

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Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 167-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,093 on turnover of 5.4-billion N-T. The market closed little changed on Wednesday, as many investors opted to stay on the sidelines amid lingering concerns over tariff threats from the Trump administ…

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EZ News 03/26/25 6:00

28d ago6:00

6:00

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 54-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,327 on turnover of 2.7-billion N-T. The market rebounded from a slump the previous session on Tuesday - as large cap electronics stocks were in focus following gains on Wall Street overnight after U-S n…

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EZ News 2026/03/25 5:43

1M ago5:43

5:43

900 to participate in military-free Tainan civil defense drill Tainan presents MRT Blue Line plan U.S. airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels Turkey protests saw journalists arrested Judge ruled to restrict DOGE access -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT News Team

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Reset & Rise -- How a Designer, a Process Engineer, and a Singer Changed Careers and Found Success 13:19

1M ago13:19

13:19

Launching a new career isn't easy. So why would anyone (willingly) do it twice in one lifetime? Three guests -- two from the US and one based in Taiwan-- share their their experiences involving their dramatic mid-career pivots. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT

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EZ News 03/24/25 5:51

1M ago5:51

5:51

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 139-points this morning from Friday's close, at 22,348 on turnover of 3.4-billion N-T. The market lost ground on Friday, following a lackluster session on Wall Street overnight, as investors remain uneasy over uncertainty over U-S President Donald Trump p…

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EZ News 03/21/25 5:52

1M ago5:52

5:52

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 15-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,362 on turnover of $4.2-billion N-T. Shares in Taiwan staged a significant technical rebound, soaring more than 400 points Thursday led by the electronics sector, as buying was triggered by a U.S. ral…

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A forum and a battle of policy briefings 50:06

1M ago50:06

50:06

We talk the Yushan Forum, the DPP and the KMT going on islandwide tours to blast their opposing policies, controversy over a Chinese national who had been advocating for China's annexation of Taiwan using military force and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT

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EZ News 03/20/25 5:59

1M ago5:59

5:59

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 210-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,171 on turnover of $6.7-billion N-T. The market took a beating on Wednesday as the bellwether electronics sector was in investor focus after tech stocks saw heavy losses on Wall Street overnight ahead …

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Ting Ting Cheng hits the Unmute button on Digital Gender-based Violence 11:06

1M ago11:06

11:06

Artist Ting Ting Cheng uses a traumatic experience to educate in her recent show "They told me it's not your fault. And I told them everything will be fine." Held at Taiwan Contemporary Culture Lab in Taipei, Cheng explores digital gender-based violence which the United Nations Population Fund says is most likely to impact women and girls, minoriti…

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EZ News 03/19/25 5:36

1M ago5:36

5:36

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 26-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,245 on turnover of 4.1-billion N-T. The market closed up on Tuesday, as buying was sparked by a rally on Wall Street overnight on hopes that the U-S Federal Reserve will cut interest rates after the r…

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EZ News 03/18/25 6:34

1M ago6:34

6:34

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 85-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,204 on turnover of 4.8-billion N-T. The market closed higher on Monday led by artificial intelligence related stocks ahead off the start of Nvidia's annual G-P-U technology conference - at which its hop…

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Leona De Pasquale Explains her Deep Dive into Taiwan's Beverage Landscape 10:56

1M ago10:56

10:56

London-based Taiwanese wine writer, translator, certified WSET wine educator, Leona di Pasquale turned a passion into a profession when she first began learning about, then talking about Taiwan's best loved beverages from tea to wines and spirits. Hosted by Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT

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Taiwan, Ukraine and the Trump White House 11:24

1M ago11:24

11:24

February 24th marked the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Since that time, much has changed, including a major break in US policy following the inauguration of Donald Trump. With a look at the implications for Taiwan, Ukraine, Europe and even Asia, we chat with Jakub Janda… the director of the European Values Center of Security…

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EZ News 03/17/25 7:13

1M ago7:13

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Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 169-points this morning from Friday's close, at 22,138 on turnover of $5.5-billion N-T. The market closed little changed on Friday after moving in consolidation mode throughout the session after Canada and the European Union both took retaliatory against …

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EZ News 03/13/25 6:06

1M ago6:06

6:06

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 125-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,403 on turnover of 6.5-billion N-T. Shares in Taiwan closed higher on a technical rebound Wednesday from a slump a session earlier, led by large cap tech stocks. But analysts say parts of earlier gains…

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EZ News 2025/03/12 5:24

2M ago5:24

5:24

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EZ News 2025/03/11 4:49

2M ago4:49

4:49

Hey小AI，最近股市表現不錯，有建議的投資標的? 2025投資絕不能少了美國！美股核心配置，首選「中信NASDAQ 009800」參與市場成長！看好美國科技創新實力，鎖定「中信美國創新科技 009801」掌握未來！快打開券商APP，輸入009800、009801，單筆或定期定額長期布局都很讚喔！ https://user285523.pse.is/79hh24 －－－－以上訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－ Government bemoans artists' China propaganda posts Formosan black bear captured again, much thinner than before Ceasefire Talks to e…

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EZ News 03/10/25 6:17

1M ago6:17

6:17

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 27-points this morning from Friday's close, at 22,548 on turnover of 5.5-billion N-T. The market closed lower on Friday, as selling was sparked by losses on Wall Street overnight following the launch of a trade war by the Trump administration. Overall l…

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EZ News 03/07/25 6:01

2M ago6:01

6:01

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened opened down 19-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,696 on turnover of $7.2-billion N-T. Parent group calls for stop to publication of student test scores The Taiwan Parent Education Association is urged high schools cease publishing the scores …

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A big deal for little chips 41:53

2M ago41:53

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We talk TSMC's additional investment in the US, questions about Taiwan's defense spending, an emergency room nursing shortage and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOnBy ICRT

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EZ News 03/06/25 6:07

2M ago6:07

6:07

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 58-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,930 on turnover of $5.9-billion N-T. The market moved sharply higher on Wednesday following a significant rebound for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing - which closed the session with a rise of 2-per c…

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EZ News 03/05/25 6:29

2M ago6:29

6:29

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex rebounded from recent losing sessions this morning - opening up 181-points yesterday's close, at 22,778 on turnover of 8.9-billion N-T. The market closed down by 0.7-per cent on Tuesday, but managed to recoup some of its early losses, as investor sentiment remained…

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EZ News 03/04/25 5:48

2M ago5:48

5:48

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 247-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 22,508 on turnover of 10-billion N-T. The market tumbled nearly 300 points on Monday as investor sentiment took a hit follow comments by U-S President Donald Trump that his 25-per cent tariffs on import…

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EZ News 03/03/25 5:55

2M ago5:55

5:55

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 319-points this morning from Thursday's close, at 22,734 on turnover of 13-billion N-T. The market lost ground on Thursday - the final trading day of the week due to the 228 holiday. The main board tumbled nearly 350-points during that session, despite …

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