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Our popular talk show, Idy's Notes, is hosted by own very own Irrepressible Idy, who chats up guests every Mon-Fri at 7:30pm on ArrowLine Chinese Radio (AM1269) in Johannesburg, South Africa. We target the young Chinese and Taiwanese transplants and locals of South Africa, and we talk about anythin…

stephanie@arrowline.co.za (ArrowLine Chinese Radio)


    • Jun 8, 2012 LATEST EPISODE
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    2012.06.08 - US Chart Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2012


    Idy introduces the top 10 US Billboard hits of the week.

    2012.06.06 - Game Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2012


    This special Game Show session has our 3 guests competing against each other in our version of the show "30 Seconds". Tensions run high and teams get quite competitive as Chad and Dexter try to take down Leanne and Idy.

    2012.06.05 - Love n Shit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2012


    The Friend Zone, Love at First Sight, Compatibility and First Dates - it's all covered in this session with Idy, Leanne and Chad.

    2012.06.04 - Top 8 Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2012


    Idy covers the best music from some of his favorite Asian and western TV series.

    2012.06.01 - Taiwan's Top 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2012


    Idy plays Taiwan's top 10 hits.

    2012.05.30 - Too Much Gaming

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2012


    After the release of the epic Diablo 3, two real life casualties surfaces. One passed away from having a 3 day diablo marathon while the other played for 18hours straight.

    2012.05.29 - Kids These Days

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2012


    After spending a Saturday night at Sandton square, Idy and Chad talks about what youngsters these days are like compared to previous generations.

    2012.05.28 - Top 8 Disney

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2012


    Idy highlights to top classic Disney movies and top 8 songs to come from our childhood favorites.

    2012.05.25 - Idy's Top Music Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2012


    Idy shares with the audience his top music picks for the week.

    2012.05.23 - Winter is Here!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2012


    With temperatures spiralling down in Gauteng, Idy , Chad and Dexter share some of the fun things there is to do in winter.

    2012.05.22 - Smothering

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2012


    When does one cross the line from being a gentlemen to "smothering" someone? Chad, Dexter and Idy all express their different opinions.

    2012.05.21 - Sports Watchlist

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2012


    Fancy soccer premier leagues? Tune in as Idy will be your commentator for tonight.

    2012.05.18 - Korean Chart Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2012


    Kpop's top 10 songs are introduced by Idy in this week's special music show.

    2012.05.17 - Idy's Crush Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2012


    Idy's Crush Part 2 reveals the date, the conversation, and the tips on how to proceed. Stephanie and Chad also drill into Idy's head the importance of observation and assertiveness.

    2012.05.15 - Xtreme Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2012


    Hangliding, Bungee Jumping, Mountain Climbing - Idy, Johnny Ive and Gino discuss the Top 10 Xtreme sports and whether or not they have the guts to do each one.

    2012.05.14 - Mother's Day

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2012


    Our special Mother's day show features Idy and 15 special guests with personal messages for their mothers.

    2012.05.11 - US Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2012


    Idy's Friday night show is now a top 10 music show! This week it’s the US Billboard top 10.

    2012.05.10 - Procrastination

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2012


    Amber, Dexter and Idy share stories of how they've wasted time in the past in an attempt to motivate you NOT to do the same.

    2012.05.09 - A Pet Story

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2012


    Idy's 2nd solo show is super cute, amusing, and as always - helpful. Have a pet or thinking of getting one? You don't want to miss this show!

    2012.05.08 - Dream Job

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2012


    Working for your parents or a company you never thought you'd end up in? Wen-lin, Chad and Idy share their dream jobs and hopefully inspire you to chase after your own!

    2012.05.07 - Idy's Crush

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2012


    Idy has a crush… this juicy and personal show reveals much - as well as providing tips to ALL those out there with a crush of their own on how to turn that crush into something more.

    2012.05.04 - Taiwan Chart Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2012


    Idy's music show returns with the Top Hits of Taiwan's music charts!

    2012.05.02 - Lost in Translation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2012


    Idy's first solo show reveals the obstacles he faced in his five years living alone in Taiwan while providing motivation and tips to other immigrants and transplants currently dealing with a country and culture foreign to their own.

    2012.05.01 - Judging Others

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2012


    Dexter returns to discuss people's tendencies to judge other people and why that may ultimately harm the judger in the end.

    2012.04.30 - Avengers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2012


    Harry, Jerry, and Idy ASSEMBLE to discuss The Avengers movie and why it's definitely worth seeing in theatres!

    2012.04.27 - Jay Chou Music Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2012


    Idy presents the history and music of the talented Jay Chou as well as trivia that you probably didn’t know…

    2012.04.26 - Working with Family & Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2012


    Working with family and friends can be diffficult, so our guest panel Chad and Pretoria Yifan chat with Idy about some of the obstacles one might encounter and share tips on how to overcome it.

    2012.04.24 - Dr. Jerry 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2012


    Dr. Jerry returns to provide tips on how to prevent and fight that cold, stay healthy, and live longer.

    2012.04.23 - Dr. Jerry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2012


    It's Idy's first time having a Doctor on his show with Chad. They compare real hospital life with TV series such as House M.D., Greys Anatomy and Private Practice.

    2012.04.20 - US Billboard Top 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2012


    Idy's Friday night show is now a top 10 music show! This week it’s the US Billboard top 10.

    2012.04.19 - Cars

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2012


    What should one look out for when purchasing a car? Find out with Idy, Jason and Chad, until Jason and Idy get carried away with their love for cars.

    2012.04.18 - House Hunting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2012


    Buying your first home, whether it's an apartment or a house is a major decision, but can be exciting, too. Jason, who just bought a house, gives Idy and Chad some "Check before you buy the house" Tips.

    2012.04.17 - Young Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2012


    Married at a young age, James and Carol are interviewed by Idy on what difficulties a young marriage might have to experience and endure.

    2012.04.16 - American TV Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2012


    Bored on the weekends? Idy, Chad and Dexter talks about some of their favourite American TV Series and why it's beneficial for Asians to watch them instead of watching Eastern Series.

    2012.04.13 - Chinese Top 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2012


    Its Friday! Idy rocks our ears with the Top 10 music chart.

    2012.04.12 - Fresh Starts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2012


    Things get a bit emotional as Idy, Chad and Dexter shares personal experiences on having a "Fresh Start" in life, whether its relocating to a new location or abandoning negative influences.

    2012.04.11 - Deleting Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2012


    Chad found 7 Guidelines to follow before deleting friends on Facebook, but is severly criticized by Idy and Dexter. Tune in to see whether you agree or disagree with the 7 Guidelines.

    2012.04.10 - Internet Gaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2012


    Idy, Harry and Chad continue to compare the differences between mobile gaming and "old school" gaming and how it can also affect personal health and character building.

    2012.04.06 - Mobile Gaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2012


    The world is moving into a technological era, where laptops are being replaced by tablets and PSPs are being replaced by smartphones. Idy, Harry and Chad discuss some of the more popular games on these mobile devices.

    2012.04.05 - e-Toll

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2012


    e-Toll is the most hated thing in South Africa at the moment, find out why with Idy, Dexter and Harry.

    2012.04.04 - Anger Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2012


    Idy, Chad and Train discuss the potential dangers of not being able to control your temper and why one should avoid physical confrontation.

    2012.04.03 - Young Couple

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2012


    Leanne gives Train the death stare as he speaks candidly about obstacles every young couple faces.

    2012.04.02 - Love Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2012


    Jason and Ting Ting share how their friendship transformed into love and teach the couples out there how to 'fight' properly.

    2012.03.30 - Birth Order Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2012


    Chad and Gino discuss the pros and cons of being the second born and give tips to younger siblings and parents on how to make sure ALL the siblings learn to be equally independent.

    2012.03.29 - Eastern vs. Western Families

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2012


    Chad, Yi-fan and Idy compare some of the differences between growing up in an eastern family household versus a western family household.

    2012.03.28 - Kenny Wen, Erhu-ist

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2012


    Our first bona-fide celebrity guest, Kenny Wen is the talented composer and performer of the beautiful Er Hu segment in one of the most classic Chinese songs ever, Kiss Goodbye by Jacky Cheung as well as the Er Hu performer of almost every single Chinese song with Er Hu in it. Funny, modest, and cool, Mr. Kenny Wen makes this segment of Idy's Notes is a MUST LISTEN!

    2012.03.27 - Bros Before Hoes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2012


    Our new guest Lee-Ann teaches Yi-Fan and Idy how to keep the peace between your friends and your partner. She also gives some tips on how to 'please your man' while maintaining your own independence.

    2012.03.23 - Boys and Girls Can't be Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2012


    Stephanie joins Chad and Idy to discuss whether it's possible for a guy and a girl to be platonic friends.

    2012.03.22 - How to Keep a Girl

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2012


    The tables turn as Idy teaches Chad and Johnny Ive how to keep a girl happy in a long term relationship.

    2012.03.21 - How to Talk to Girls

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2012


    Idy reveals his secret shy side when it comes to girls, while Chad and Johnny Ive provide tips on how to break the ice with girls as well as new friends.

    2012.03.20 - Cape Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2012


    Yoshi, Chad and Idy chat about Cape Town's food, culture, service, and prices as well as the must visit sites.

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