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In episode 213, host Galit Friedlander and guest, Gerran Reese (Beyoncé, Kaytranda, Dancing With the Stars, Nike, Monsters of Hip-Hop), deconstruct the topic of virality in the dance world, Gerran's journey from a young working dancer in PDX to becoming a sought-after teacher in LA/globally, and the deeper work of staying true to yourself in an industry that doesn't always make it easy. Follow Galit: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gogalit Website - https://www.gogalit.com/ On-Demand Workout Programs -https://galit-s-school-0397.thinkific.com/collections You can connect with Gerran Reese on Instagram. Listen to DanceSpeak on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 93-points this morning from last Thursday's close, at 21,253 on turnover of 6.4-billion N-T. The market bucked a regional upward trend on Thursday and ended the day marginally lower. That decline came despite other Asian indexes surging on the back of news that a U-S court ruling has blocked President Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs on imports under an emergency-powers law. MND to take delivery of 42 more Abrams MBTs later this month The Ministry of National Defense is reportedly slated to take delivery of 42 more M-1-A-2-T Abrams main battle tanks later this month. Sources are being cited as saying the tanks will participate (參加) in live-fire drills scheduled to take place between June 18 and 27 at a base in Hsinchu County. The Army took delivery of it first batch of 38 Abrams tanks in December of last year. Another 28 tanks are expected to arrive in Taiwan in the first quarter of next year. The U-S State Department approved Taiwan's request to purchase 108 M-1-A-2-T tanks and related equipment in 2019. Sports body presses for apology after table tennis prodigy pulled from tournament The Sports Administration is demanding an apology from the national table tennis association after it banned Yeh Yi-tian from competing in the upcoming World Table Tennis United States Smash tournament. According to the administration, the Chinese Taipei Table Tennis Association must explain why it withdrew (退出) Yeh from the tournament in Las Vegas. The administration said it contacted the association about the matter after receiving a complaint from Yeh's coach, Chuang Chih-yuan and will now suspend all subsidies until an apology is issued. The Sports Administration is also warning that it could take steps to replace the Chinese Taipei Table Tennis Association's secretary-general if necessary. US Suspect Arrested in PetrolBomb Attack The FBI says it's investigating an attack on pro-Israel protestors in Boulder, Colorado as an act of terror. One man was taken into custody (拘留) accused of throwing Molotov cocktails at demonstrators and wounding several of them. Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports. 200 dead in Nigeria from flooding The death toll following floods in Nigeria is continuing to rise, with officials now saying at least 200 have been killed in the catastrophe. Rainfall on thursday unleashed the devastating flood on a market town in the country, which is near a major trading and transit (運輸) hub. Authorities say, they're calling off rescue efforts, as they don't believe there are more survivors. Another 11 people were injured in the floods, and more than 3000 displaced… and two roads and bridges were also damaged in the floods. Pope Blesses Cyclists in Giro d'Italia Pope Leo XIV blessed the 159 cyclists competing in the Giro d'Italia as the three-week race's final stage began with an unprecedented ride through the Vatican gardens behind St. Peter's Basilica. Overall race leader Simon Yates and some other riders got off their bikes and walked forward to shake hands with the pope. The pope was presented with a replica (複製品) of the leader's pink jersey. He praised the riders as "role models for young people all over the world”. Leo is honoring the event and bringing it inside the Vatican in memory of Pope Francis, who died in April this year. －－－－以下訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－ －挺你所想！與你一起生活的銀行－ 中國信託銀行APP超越大升級， 眾多好用功能，力挺你的金融需求！ 趕緊註冊行動銀行，就送OPENPOINT100點。 立即點擊連結看活動詳情～ https://sofm.pse.is/7nt2qz -- 【台灣虎航 台中獨家直飛名古屋】 開航價$2,399元起，中台灣虎迷每週3班直飛名古屋，說走就走！ 立即訂購：https://sofm.pse.is/7nt2qk -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 174-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 21,531 on turnover of $6-billion N-T. Taiwan names new reps to St Kitts & Nevis, Thailand The Executive Yuan named new representatives to St. Kitts & Nevis and Thailand yesterday. Edward Tao will be the new ambassador to St. Kitts and Nevis, one of 12 countries which maintains formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan. Tao is a career diplomat who most recent overseas posting was in Brisbane, Australia. He will replace outgoing Ambassador Michael Lin, who took up the post in July 2021. Meanwhile, Peter Lan will be Taiwan's top representative to Thailand. Lan is the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, and will replace current (目前的) envoy to Thailand, Chang Chun Fu. Lan previously served as ambassador to St. Vincent and the Grenadines from 2021 to 2023. He also served in Indonesia and acted as spokesperson for Taiwan's representative office in Thailan. (AH-CNA) Search for lost boy and rescuer continues The search for a lost boy and his rescuer is continuing of the coast of Taitung's Taimali. Yesterday a boy was swept out to sea while playing in a river, and he still hasn't been found. Also missing is a fisherman, surnamed Chen, who was nearby and jumped in to rescue the boy. Chen managed to grab hold of the boy and tried to swim back to shore, but they were both engulfed (吞噬) by a wave and disappeared, according to witnesses. Rescuers searched for the two last night, unsuccessfully, but paused overnight. The search continues this morning, with firefighters, coast guard, helicopters, and drones all dispatched to help out in the search. Those who know Chen describe him as someone always willing to help out, and say, they're hoping for a miracle. Elon Musk criticizes Republican spending bill Elon Musk has criticized Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful" spending bill, saying it would increase the deficit. The Tesla CEO leads the Department of Government Efficiency, which has been trying to slash (削減) federal spending. Ira Spitzer reports. Colombia Union Strike Blocks Traffic Colombia's unions have begun a 48-hour strike to support a referendum proposed by President Gustavo Petro to let voters to decide whether to overhaul the country's labor laws. The work stoppage that began Wednesday was in response to a direct call from Petro. He has argued that Congress is working against the interest of workers by repeatedly blocking his efforts to reform labor regulations. The referendum, whose questions would include whether workdays should be limited to eight hours, has become the crux (難點，關鍵) of long-running tensions between the executive and legislative branches. In the capital, some workers blocked public bus lanes, impeding the movement of thousands of people. Canada Manitoba Declares Emergency Over Wildfire The Canadian province of Manitoba has declared a province-wide state of emergency over a series of wildfires, and Prime Minister Mark Carney has agreed to send in the military to help. Manitoba's premier says the fires have forced 17-thousand people across several communities to flee. He calls it the largest such exodus (大批人的）退出，離開) in living memory in the province. Canada's wildfire season runs May through September. Its worst-ever wildfire season was in 2023, when fires choked much of North America with dangerous smoke for months. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. －－－－以下訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－ 遺產稅、房產贈與、信託到底怎麼搞懂？ 《十樂不設

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 203-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 21,539, on turnover of $4.8-billion N-T. Dongyin Township in Matsu Islands joins global Cittaslow network Dongyin Township in the Matsu Islands, known officially as Lienchiang County, has become the seventh place in Taiwan to join the Cittaslow network. The Lienchiang County government says Dongyin qualified for the international Cittaslow movement, which promotes a slower pace of life through a community-centered approach that supports sustainability and counters (對抗、抵銷) the pressures of modern living to improve quality of life. Dongyin will be officially introduced to the Italy-based association on June 21st at the Cittaslow International Assembly in South Korea, with Dongyin officials invited to attend. Six places in Taiwan have received Cittaslow certification, including Hualien County's Fenglin Township in 2014, and Dalin Township in Chiayi County. CWA: Increasing Chances of Rain in Afternoon into Evening The Central Weather Administration is forecasting increasing chances of rain across the island this afternoon heading into the evening, as a frontal system approaches. The CWA says moisture is set to accumulate in the air today, leading to more clouds and sporadic (零星的) showers across northern, central areas as well as the eastern half of Taiwan. Temperatures will also feel muggy, with highs reaching 33 degrees Celsius. And according to the Ministry of the Environment, southeasterly winds may leave western Taiwan with a slightly higher level of pollutants in the air, and ozone concentratiosn are likely to rise in the afternoon. (NS) NPR Sues Trump for Federal Funding Cuts NPR has sued President Donald Trump over his executive order to end federal funding for NPR and PBS - claiming it violates the Constitution. The White House has not immediately responded to the lawsuit (訴訟). Toni Waterman has more. Turkey President Team Working on New Constitution to Remain in Power Turkey's president says he has appointed a team of legal experts to start working on a new constitution which critics say could allow him to remain in power beyond 2028, when his current (目前的) term ends. Erdogan has called for a new constitution, arguing that the current one, which was drafted following a military coup in 1980, is outdated and retains elements of military influence. He said Tuesday he had appointed 10 legal experts to draft a new charter. The effort comes months after the popular mayor of Istanbul and key Erdogan rival was arrested and jailed on corruption charges that are widely viewed as politically motivated. Netherlands Hals Paintings Returned A pair of paintings by Dutch Golden Age master Frans Hals, possibly depicting his own children, are returning to the Netherlands after more than a century overseas in the hands of private owners. “Boy Playing the Violin” and “Girl Singing,” were bought at auction Monday for $7.8 million by the Frans Hals Museum and the Mauritshuis museum, with financial support from the Dutch government and a group of foundations. Painted around 1628, the works are seen as an important part of the country's cultural heritage (遺產) and as especially interesting because Hals may have used his own children as models. The museums will alternate showing the works, but will always keep the two together. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. －－－－以下訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－ 【台灣虎航 台中獨家直飛名古屋】 開航價$2,399元起，中台灣虎迷每週3班直飛名古屋，說走就走！ 立即訂購：https://sofm.pse.is/7ngsuq -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Is China hell-bent on a move against Taiwan, or does its saber-rattling not square with a military capability that's perhaps overestimated? Frank Dikötter, a Hoover senior fellow specializing in the history of modern China, joins Hoover senior fellows Niall Ferguson, John Cochrane, and Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster to discuss his reading of China's desire and ability to project power, including its manufacturing capability and its suppression of individual liberties, plus the durability of Xi Jinping's rule. Recorded on May 23, 2025.

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Steve Yates speaks with Kerry Brown, professor of Chinese Studies at King's College London and author of Why Taiwan Matters. With decades of experience as a diplomat, scholar, and author of nearly 20 books on Chinese politics, Brown breaks down the complex geopolitical puzzle of Taiwan's past, present, and uncertain future. Brown shares his journey from the UK to Asia, explains Taiwan's hybrid identity, and examines how a small island became a critical player in global stability and tech supply chains. From semiconductors and democracy to China's growing nationalism and military pressure, this conversation explores the tangled web of history, economics, and identity that makes Taiwan such a critical—and dangerous—flashpoint for the 21st century.

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 45-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 21,492 on turnover of $2.9-billion N-T. Taiwan-China interactions continue despite stalled talks: MAC head Mainland Affairs Council head Chiu Chui-cheng says Taiwan and China still maintain some level of interaction, even though official dialogue has stalled. In an interview,Chiu said interactions with China are being carried out in line with the Act Governing Relations between the People of the Taiwan Area and the Mainland Area. Chiu acknowledged that maintaining "normal dialogue" is currently difficult because Taiwan will never accept China's demand to treat the "1992 Consensus," based on the "One China principle," as a precondition (前提). Nevertheless, Chiu said some interaction continues between the MAC and China's Taiwan Affairs Office, as well as between the semi-official SEF and its Chinese counterpart, the Beijing-based Association for Relations Across the Taiwan Straits. Chiu also says individuals across the Strait, including Taiwanese businesspeople, scholars and journalists, frequently travel between the two sides and share information. World Masters Games' closing ceremony The closing ceremony of the 2025 World Masters Games will take place on the evening of May 30 at the New Taipei City Art Museum, featuring a star-studded lineup and spectacular visuals. New Taipei officials said the ceremony will begin at 7:00 p.m. and blend music, light, and live performances. To complement (為…增色) the artistic setting, the outdoor area will feature four major art installations highlighting the magic of light. And a 4.5-minute fireworks display will also light up the night sky, with popular band Energy headlining the event with a 20-minute finale performance. EU Trade Negotiator on US Talks A European Union official says he has had good trade talks with the Trump administration. AP correspondent Mike Hempen reports Amnesty Accuses M23 Rebels of War Crimes Human rights group Amnesty International accused the M23 rebels in eastern Congo of killing, torturing and forcibly disappearing civilian detainees in two rebel-controlled cities. Amnesty says “these acts violate (違反) international humanitarian law and may amount to war crimes.” The decades-long conflict in eastern Congo escalated in January. The Rwanda-backed M23 advanced and seized the strategic city of Goma in North Kivu province followed by Bukavu in February. Amnesty said that between February and April it interviewed 18 civilians who had been unlawfully detained by M23. They reported suffering brutal beatings and harsh detention conditions while their relatives were denied access to the detention sites. Canada King Charles Visit Britain's King Charles III has arrived in Ottawa on a visit that Canada's leader says will underscore (強調) his nation's sovereignty. The king and Queen Camilla were greeted at the airport by Mark Carney, Canada's new prime minister, along with Canada's first Indigenous governor general, Mary Simon. Aside from meeting privately with Carney, the king is scheduled to deliver the speech from the throne, which outlines the government's agenda for the new Parliament. The king is the head of state in Canada, which is a member of the British Commonwealth of former colonies. King Charles will return to the U.K. after today's speech and a visit to Canada's National War Memorial. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. －－－－以下訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－ 【台灣虎航 台中獨家直飛名古屋】 開航價$2,399元起，中台灣虎迷每週3班直飛名古屋，說走就走！ 立即訂購：https://sofm.pse.is/7neb2p -- 你不理財，財不理你！想學理財，玉山罩你！ 玉山銀行全新Podcast節目《玉山學堂》 帶你深入淺出掌握每週市場脈動！ 還有知名主持人蔡尚樺領銜的跨世代對談， 從不同的角度打好理財基本功！ 現在就點擊連結收聽

This week in the Video Dungeon we're gathering the Dragon Pearls and summoning Shenlong! Looking for the weirdest Dragon Ball movie ever made? Join us as we dive into the bizarre, action-packed, and hilariously unauthorized world of Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins! This 1989 Taiwanese live-action adaptation takes Akira Toriyama's beloved characters on a wild ride — with questionable wigs, off-brand names, and a ton of unintentional comedy. This film is a so-bad-it's-good cult classic from Taiwan that retells the Dragon Ball saga with over-the-top martial arts, and unforgettable costumes. Think Goku meets bootleg Power Rangers. Joining us is special guest, Jenna Fryer, all the way from planet Namek!

Since May is both Mental Health Awareness Month and Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, we think it's fitting to reshare this episode with Jane W. Wang. Related Links: https://talkingtaiwan.com/jane-w-wang-navigates-a-multicultural-heros-journey-classic-ep-312/ What we really appreciate about this interview with Jane back in 2021 is how she spoke so openly about how she dealt with her bouts of depression. She also shared how getting back in touch with her roots in Taiwan had a part in leading her to start her coaching practice. While she no longer offers the Multicultural Hero's Journey course that she refers to in this episode, she is still actively coaching clients. It's our hope that Jane's personal story can help destigmatize mental health and create more understanding about the coaching profession.   Here's a little preview of what we talked about in this podcast episode:   Jane's connection to Taiwan How being a third culture kid (TCK) has shaped her identity and life purpose Her career path before becoming a coach Why she wanted to become a coach Her personal journey, the struggles and depression that she dealt with along the way before she became a coach Why she decided not to get a degree in counseling from Columbia University and instead got certified in coaching What is coaching and how it differs from counseling or psychotherapy Jane's own experiences with coaching, being the person being coached by someone else Jane's advice on how to pick a coach to work with The challenges Jane faced in becoming a coach The depression and imposter syndrome she experienced in the process of becoming a coach How Jane dealt with her self-judgment and learned to love herself How Jane dealt with three bouts of depression What she learned from going through depression How someone can identify whether or not they themselves or someone they know is experiencing depression How Jane created her Multicultural Hero's Journey coaching program Who would benefit the most by going through the Multicultural Hero's Journey coaching program Jane's advice for people who are interested in becoming a coach What it takes to be a good coach   Related Links: https://talkingtaiwan.com/jane-w-wang-navigates-a-multicultural-heros-journey-classic-ep-312/  

What does it take to go solo as a Pop/R&B singer and songwriter in Canada? Canadian-Taiwanese artist Chynna (pronounced "China") shares the joys and the challenges she encountered on journey as an Asian-American artist. Lewis spoke to us after her first journey back to Taiwan as a performer. She's currently working on her second album, which is slated for release in the Winter of 2025. Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo. Find Chynna's music by clicking here. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

立法院 lì fǎ yuàn - Legislative Yuan (Taiwan's parliament)立委(立法委員) lì wěi (lì fǎ wěi yuán) - legislator國民黨 guó mín dǎng - Kuomintang (KMT), Taiwan's main opposition party民進黨 mín jìn dǎng - Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), Taiwan's ruling party民眾黨 mín zhòng dǎng - Taiwan People's Party (TPP)多數 duō shù - majority法案 fǎ àn - bill; proposal國會改革法案 guó huì gǎi gé fǎ àn - congressional reform bill花東交通三法 huā dōng jiāo tōng sān fǎ - three transportation bills for Hualien and Taitung更有力的監督政府 gèng yǒu lì de jiān dū zhèng fǔ - more effective government oversight濫權 làn quán - abuse of power審判權 shěn pàn quán - judicial power行政處分權 xíng zhèng chǔ fèn quán - administrative penalty power五權分立 wǔ quán fēn lì - five-branch separation of powers (Taiwan system)考試院 kǎo shì yuàn - Examination Yuan (Taiwan's branch in charge of civil service exams)監察院 jiān chá yuàn - Control Yuan (for auditing and oversight)審查過程 shěn chá guò chéng - review process充分 chōng fèn - sufficient; thorough用人數壓過去 yòng rén shù yā guò qù - push through by majority numbers立法凌駕行政 lì fǎ líng jià xíng zhèng - legislation overriding the executive branch衝突 chōng tú - conflict; clash阻擋 zǔ dǎng - to block; to obstruct搶下了主席台 qiǎng xià le zhǔ xí tái - seized the speaker's podium一口氣通過了 yì kǒu qì tōng guò le - passed in one go爭議 zhēng yì - controversy公民團體 gōng mín tuán tǐ - civic groups集結抗議 jí jié kàng yì - gather to protest發起連署 fā qǐ lián shǔ - launch a petition罷免 bà miǎn - recall (from office)藍營 lán yíng - the “blue camp” (KMT and allies)訴求 sù qiú - demand; appeal中共代理人 zhōng gòng dài lǐ rén - Chinese Communist Party proxy中共政協主席 zhōng gòng zhèng xié zhǔ xí - Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference王滬寧 Wáng Hùníng - Wang Huning (top CCP official)高層 gāo céng - high-ranking official統戰 tǒng zhàn - united front (political strategy by CCP)頭號人物 tóu hào rén wù - top figure; key player被台灣社會質疑 bèi tái wān shè huì zhí yí - questioned by Taiwanese society賣台 mài tái - betray Taiwan to China政權 zhèng quán - regime; political power舔共 tiǎn gòng - to flatter or appease the Chinese Communist Party賴清德 Lài Qīngdé - Lai Ching-te (Taiwan's current president)搞台獨 gǎo tái dú - push for Taiwan independence靠攏美國 kào lǒng měi guó - align with the U.S.製造社會對立 zhì zào shè huì duì lì - create social division綠色恐怖 lǜ sè kǒng bù - “green terror” (term used to criticize the DPP)獨裁極權 dú cái jí quán - dictatorship and authoritarianism加速台獨 jiā sù tái dú - accelerate Taiwan independence不擇手段地謀獨 bù zé shǒu duàn de móu dú - seek independence by any means necessary---If you've been learning Chinese and feel like you want a bit more support, I'd love to help!

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 75-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 21,578 on turnover of $3.6-billion N-T. Shares in Taiwan closed slightly lower Friday as contract chipmaker TSMC recovered earlier losses, while cautious market sentiment persisted amid a spike in U.S. Treasury yields and concerns over rising debt in the world's largest economy. Old economy stocks appeared mixed amid concerns over volatility in the U.S. markets due to rising debt. MOTC: unlicensed drivers to face tougher penalties The Minister of Transportation and Communications says, unlicensed driving will be treated similarly to drunk driving under a new draft amendment. Minister Chen Shi Kai said that new proposed (建議的) penalties, which the ministry has been working on since last year, include unlimited fines for repeat offenders, and the immediate impounding of vehicles. Car owners who allow unlicensed drivers to operate their vehicles will also face harsh (嚴厲的) penalties, according to the minister. Chen also emphasized that the MOTC does not plan to ban older people from driving, rather they hope to ensure that older drivers can drive more safely. Those draft amendments are scheduled to be submitted to the Executive Yuan for approval by the end of next month. Current rules limit fines for unlicensed motorists and motorcyclists at NT$24,000, with repeat offenses within a five-year period receiving the maximum fine and a driving ban. US Embassy in Israel Attacker Detained A U.S. German citizen is under arrest for attempting (試圖) to firebomb the U.S. embassy in Israel. AP correspondent Julie Walker reports Russia Ukraine Complete Prisoner Swap Russia and Ukraine have swapped hundreds more prisoners of war, the third and last part of a major swap and a rare moment of cooperation in otherwise failed efforts to reach a ceasefire. The exchange on Sunday saw each side bring home 303 more soldiers, after each released a total of 307 combatants and civilians on Saturday, and 390 on Friday. The swap was the biggest since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 and came just hours after Ukraine's capital of Kyiv and other regions came under a massive (大量的) Russian drone-and-missile attack that killed at least 12 people and injured dozens. Ukrainian officials sad the attack was the largest aerial assault of the war. France 2nd Major Power Outage A second major power outage has hit southeastern France, this time in the city of Nice, after a suspected arson damaged an electrical facility. Police currently have not established a link between Sunday's blackout and a power outage on Saturday that disrupted the city of Cannes during the closing day of its renown film festival. The Nice blackout started around 2 a.m. and left some 45-thousand households without electricity. The city's trams stopped and power was briefly (短暫地) cut to the airport during its overnight closure hours. Power was fully restored by 5:30 a.m. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. －－－－以下訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－ 遺產稅、房產贈與、信託到底怎麼搞懂？ 《十樂不設

Taiwans Zukunft ist mehr als ungewiss. China hat gedroht, die Insel an sein Reich anzuschliessen, wenn nötig militärisch. Käme es zu einem Anschluss oder gar zu einem Krieg, hätte dies fatale Folgen für uns alle. Einst kämpften auf dem chinesischen Festland der kommunistische Mao Zedong und der damalige Präsident Chiang Kai-shek in einem Bürgerkrieg gegeneinander. Der unterlegene Chiang Kai-shek floh im Jahr 1949 mit rund zwei Millionen Menschen auf die Insel Taiwan. Seither gibt es zwei Länder, die sich als das wahre China betrachten: Taiwan, das sich offiziell als «Republik China» bezeichnet, und die Volksrepublik China. Zuerst war Taiwan das international anerkannte China, dann wurde die Volksrepublik immer mächtiger und verdrängte Taiwan im Jahr 1971 aus den Vereinten Nationen. Für Peking gilt das Ein-China-Prinzip: Jedes Land, das mit China diplomatische Beziehungen führen und Geschäfte machen will, darf Taiwan nicht offiziell als eigenständigen Staat anerkennen. Dies führte dazu, dass Taiwan heute nur noch von dreizehn Ländern offiziell anerkannt wird. Und dies, obwohl es sich seit den Achtzigerjahren zu einem der demokratischsten und liberalsten Länder Asiens entwickelt hat. Spätestens seit dem Ukrainekrieg ist die bedrohliche Lage der Insel in den internationalen Fokus gerückt. Die Angst geht um, der chinesische Präsident Xi Jinping könnte es Putin gleichtun und den Inselstaat angreifen. In mehreren Reden hat er angekündigt, die Vereinigung mit Taiwan auf jeden Fall herbeizuführen, wenn nötig mit militärischen Mitteln. Westliche Politiker verschiedenster Länder bekunden ihre Solidarität und reisen symbolträchtig nach Taiwan. Allen voran sind es die USA, die seit Jahrzehnten als Verbündete Taiwans gelten. Jede Reise wird von immer heftigerem militärischem Säbelrasseln der Chinesen begleitet. In der Pandemie standen in vielen westlichen Ländern, vor allem in der Automobilindustrie, die Fliessbänder still. Der Grund: Chipmangel. Der Welt wurde schlagartig bewusst, wie abhängig sie von internationalen Lieferketten und vor allem von der Chipproduktion in Taiwan ist. Das Land produziert rund 60 Prozent aller weltweiten Halbleiter. Bei den hochklassigen Halbleitern sind es sogar über 90 Prozent. Halbleiter werden auch als das Öl des 21. Jahrhunderts bezeichnet. Würde die Chipproduktion Taiwans gestört, könnte die gesamte digitalisierte Welt um Jahrzehnte zurückgeworfen werden. Mit prägnanten Bildern und im Gespräch mit internationalen Experten vermittelt der Film ein Bild des Landes und der aktuellen Lage. Anhand der politischen Beziehungen der Schweiz zu Taiwan erzählt der Film, wie heikel es für die meisten Länder der Welt ist, mit Taiwan umzugehen, ohne das grosse China zu erzürnen. Der Film zeigt auch, wie gefährlich es für die Welt und deren Wirtschaft wäre, wenn China tatsächlich angreifen würde. Hätte Taiwan eine Chance, sich zu verteidigen? Würden die USA, Japan, Australien und Korea eingreifen und stünde somit der Beginn eines grossen Krieges bevor? Wie wahrscheinlich ist es, dass China tatsächlich ernst macht? Erstausstrahlung 3sat: Mittwoch, 6. Dezember 2023, 20.15 Uhr

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, for The Wright Report: Friday Headline Brief—heavy on news, light on analysis—bringing you the top stories shaping America and the world. Supreme Court Expands Presidential Power Over Federal Agencies – In a landmark decision, the Court rules Trump can fire appointees from “independent” agencies like the NLRB, reshaping executive authority and possibly opening the door to major reforms—including spending control. Trump's Budget Bill Passes the House—Markets Shudder – The “Big, Beautiful Bill” narrowly clears the House, cutting green subsidies and boosting border spending. But the $3T in new debt spooks bond markets and sets up a GOP clash in the Senate. China Deemed Greatest Threat in U.S. History – CIA Deputy Director calls China the top existential threat America has ever faced. Despite this, Trump's tariff rollbacks continue as U.S. companies scramble with rising supply chain costs. Retailers React to Tariffs: Walmart Warns of Price Hikes, Target Stays Quiet, Nike Raises Prices – As stacked tariffs hit, companies split on their messaging. Trump urges retailers to “eat it”—the costs, that is. Tucker Carlson Calls Trump Middle East Dealings ‘Corrupt' – On his podcast, Carlson agrees with guest Shawn Ryan that Trump's Qatar jet gift and real estate ventures abroad “seem like corruption.” The White House has yet to respond. Disney, Harvard Face Trump's Immigration Crackdown – Disney places Venezuelan workers on unpaid leave, and Trump's DHS revokes Harvard's right to host international students over ties to anti-Semitic and pro-communist activity. Putin Rejects Ukraine Peace Deal, Trump Pulls Back – After a call with Putin, Trump begins stepping back from negotiations. Vance says it's time to recognize this as “Biden's war.” France and Saudi Arabia Push Hamas to Disarm – With Hamas leadership decimated, new talks aim to shift the group to a political role only. Meanwhile, a U.S. Leftist kills two Israeli diplomats in DC, further inflaming tensions. China Eyes Diego Garcia, Trump Approves UK Transfer – Beijing-linked satellite images of U.S. forces raise alarms. Trump backs a UK deal transferring island sovereignty to pro-China Mauritius, baffling allies. Taiwan Ramps Up Drone Defenses Against Invasion Threat – The island nation forms its first military drone units to reinforce deterrence against a Chinese invasion. Medical Science: Vitamin D3 Slows Aging; Spicy Food Curbs Calories – New studies show vitamin D3 reduces telomere shortening, while spicy food could help reduce calorie intake and fight obesity. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." – John 8:32

Eden, Zach, Katie and Mayes ⁠⁠⁠Join the Mailbag LIVE on YouTube every Friday⁠⁠⁠ Eden returns from Taiwan with a startling Bubble Tea development. Would have you have a pre first date video chat? Would you rather be on Wipe Out, American Ninja Warrior, American Gladiators or Most Extreme Elimination Challenge? Patreon Exclusive: Favorite Cover Song + Replacing Your Voice COUNT THE DINGS MERCH STORE - Check it out here: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH⁠⁠⁠ If you want to hear the full Mailbag, check out the Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠Join the Count The Dings Patreon⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive full, ad free episodes, extra Cinephobe content and more at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/CountTheDings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republicans in the US House of Representatives narrowly passed President Donald Trump's major budget bill on Thursday, and BYD has sold more electric vehicles in Europe than Tesla for the first time. Plus, Nvidia builds a buffer to the global trade war, and the US is starting to take the penny out of circulation.Mentioned in this podcast:US House passes Trump's showpiece tax billBYD sells more electric vehicles in Europe than Tesla for first timeNvidia seeks to build its business beyond Big TechNvidia chief announces major Taiwan chip investmentsUS to become penniless with phasing out of one-cent coinToday's FT News Briefing was produced by Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian, Ethan Plotkin, Lulu Smyth, and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Sam Giovinco, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Topher Forhecz is the FT's acting co-head of audio. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textToday we welcome Dr john Upton to the podcast. John has long served in various Pastoral, Mission, and Director roles both Nationally and Internationally. Pastoring the local church in Texas and Virginia, serving with his family on the field in Taiwan, leading as Director for the Baptist World Alliance and Executive Director of the Baptist General Association of Virginia.  

Joseph Rosendo is a travel and TV legend who has amassed countless accolades and awards during his career including Emmy's and France's Medal d'Or du Tourisme. He tells Brent about visiting Cuba and exploring his family's heritage on the island. Joseph also talks about his love of Taiwan and seeing amazing wildlife in Tanzania. Plus, delicious ropa vieja and tostones. [Ep 338] Show Notes: Destination Eat Drink foodie travel guides Joseph Rosendo's website

Horror in 1982: Amityville 2: The Possession with Art Ettinger and Rob JabbazA new series where I sit down with a guest or two to talk about a 1982 horror film and horror in 1982 as a whole. The guests this time around Art Ettinger - the editor or Ultra Violent magazine as well as a contributor to numerous home media releases.Rob Jabbaz - Canadian Filmmaker known for writing and directing "The Sadness" (2021) Rob is a self-taught animator and has created several fully-animated short films, as well as music videos and commercials. Although, Rob was born and raised in Mississauga, Canada, The majority of his early work was produced in Taipei, Taiwan.IMDb Mini Biography By: Rob JabbazAmityville II: The Possession - 1982 - Damiano DamianiWriters Tommy Lee Wallace, Hans Holzer, Dardano SacchettiStarring James OlsonBurt YoungRutanya AldaJack MagnerAndrew PrineDiane FranklinMoses GunnTed RossErika KatzBrent KatzLeonardo CiminoDanny Aiello IIIGilbert StaffordPetra LeahAlan DellayMartin DoneganLinks Art Ettinger Ultra Violent Magazine - https://www.facebook.com/uvmagazine/Her Vengeance/ Devil Fetus Blu-ray - https://vinegarsyndrome.com/products/devil-fetus-her-vengeanceBrimstone Incorporated - https://makeflix.com/products/brimstone-incorporatedRob JabbazRob Jabbaz Big Cartel - https://robjabbaz.bigcartel.com/Rob Jabbaz IMdb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5983101Public Figures Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@PublicFiguresPodcast

地質 dìzhí - geology島嶼 dǎoyǔ - island歐亞板塊 Ōu Yǎ bǎnkuài - Eurasian Plate菲律賓海板塊 Fēilǜbīn Hǎi bǎnkuài - Philippine Sea Plate互相推擠 hùxiāng tuījǐ - to push against each other抬升起來 táishēng qǐlái - to be lifted up地形 dìxíng - terrain, landform動植物 dòng zhíwù - animals and plants多樣 duōyàng - diverse, varied鯨魚 jīngyú - whale太魯閣 Tàilǔgé - Taroko (a national park in Taiwan)深山 shēnshān - deep mountains, remote mountainous area健行 jiànxíng - hiking行程 xíngchéng - itinerary, schedule量力而為 liàng lì ér wéi - do what one can according to one's ability規劃好路線 guīhuà hǎo lùxiàn - plan your route well評估 pínggū - to assess, to evaluate體能 tǐnéng - physical fitness高血壓 gāoxiěyā - high blood pressure心血管疾病 xīn xiěguǎn jíbìng - cardiovascular disease標示 biāoshì - sign, marking懸崖 xuányá - cliff迷路 mílù - to get lost返回原路 fǎnhuí yuánlù - to return to the original path消耗 xiāohào - to consume, to use up體力 tǐlì - physical strength哨子 shàozi - whistle通報救援 tōngbào jiùyuán - report for rescue陡 dǒu - steep自身的安全 zìshēn de ānquán - one's own safety熱帶 rèdài - tropical zone亞熱帶 yǎrèdài - subtropical zone交界 jiāojiè - boundary, border昆蟲 kūnchóng - insect蜜蜂 mìfēng - bee蛇 shé - snake蜂巢 fēngcháo - beehive大動作 dà dòngzuò - exaggerated or sudden movement揮手 huīshǒu - to wave one's hand鮮豔 xiānyàn - bright and colorful噴香水 pēn xiāngshuǐ - to spray perfume被叮到 bèi dīng dào - to get stung (by an insect)被螫到了 bèi zhē dào le - to get stung (by a bee or wasp)逗弄 dòunòng - to tease, to provoke千萬不 qiānwàn bù - must absolutely not把毒吸出來 bǎ dú xī chūlái - to suck the venom out切傷口 qiē shāngkǒu - to cut the wound把傷口低於你的心臟 bǎ shāngkǒu dī yú nǐ de xīnzàng - keep the wound below your heart滑 huá - slippery登山鞋 dēngshānxié - hiking boots防滑 fánghuá - anti-slip防水 fángshuǐ - waterproof腰帶 yāodài - waist belt透氣 tòuqì - breathable毛巾 máojīn - towel衛生紙 wèishēngzhǐ - tissue paper / toilet paper你想讓中文更進步嗎 ? 我可以幫你！

Since reports emerged that Chinese President Xi Jinping allegedly directed the People's Liberation Army to prepare for an invasion of Taiwan by 2027, the United States has ramped up efforts to ensure Taiwan has the resources and support it needs to defend itself. On Capitol Hill, Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and Chris Coons (D-DE), both members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, are leading that charge with The PORCUPINE Act, a bill designed to streamline arms sales to Taiwan and bolster its defensive capabilities. Sen. Coons and Sen. Ricketts join Bret to discuss why arming Taiwan is one of the most effective steps the U.S. can take to deter aggression in the region. They also weigh in on former President Biden's recent diagnosis, and the U.S. decision to formally accept a jet from Qatar. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S&P futures are pointing to a slightly higher open today, up +0.2%. European equity markets are under pressure in early trades, with the STOXX 600 down (0.7%). Asian equities closed lower across the board, with South Korea leading the losses, while Taiwan, Japan, and Hong Kong also slipped. Market attention is centered on the U.S., particularly the potential passage of Trump's tax bill before the Memorial Day break. Key concerns include whether the bill will increase the budget deficit beyond levels that could pressure long-dated Treasury yields.Companies Mentioned: Honeywell, Nike, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae

In 1902, Dr. Takagi Tomoe arrived in newly-colonized Japanese Formosa as a seasoned Japanese medical expert sent here to battle bubonic plague – one of the many tropical sicknesses that killed thousands of local people each year. Takagi had a rare sense of empathy. Unlike many of his peers, he encouraged local students to attend his medical school (even letting them speak Taiwanese). This brilliant Japanese and German-trained doctor helped create Taiwan's medical system – and also, in an unexpected twist, Takagi was tasked with managing the company that's today known as Taipower. In this largely forgotten story, Taipei physician Dr. Jimmy Lee joins John Ross to tell the story of how Dr. Takagi became one of colonial Taiwan's most influential figures.

For those of you who want more specific info, here is the entire conversation John Ross enjoyed with Dr. Jimmy Lee on the remarkable life of Dr. Takagi Tomoe, one of colonial Taiwan's most influential figures.

SummaryIn this episode of EGGS: The Podcast, Anya Cheng, founder and CEO of Taelor Style, shares her journey from Taiwan to Silicon Valley, detailing her experiences at major companies like Meta and Target. She discusses the evolution of online shopping, the importance of personal style, and how her AI-driven subscription service, Taelor, helps busy men look their best without the hassle of shopping. Anya also delves into the logistics of running a fashion rental business, the role of AI in personal styling, and her insights on entrepreneurship and growth strategies.TakeawaysAnya Cheng has a rich background in tech, having worked with Meta and Target.She moved to Silicon Valley to pursue her dream of working in tech.Anya's entrepreneurial spirit was evident from a young age, despite not realizing it until recently.Taylor is designed for busy men who want to look good without the hassle of shopping.The service uses AI to curate outfits based on customer preferences.Sustainability is a core value of Taylor, focusing on reducing fashion waste.Anya emphasizes the importance of personal style in building confidence.The logistics of running a rental service involve partnerships with various brands.AI plays a crucial role in personalizing customers' shopping experience.Anya's journey highlights the importance of perseverance and curiosity in entrepreneurship.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Anya Cheng and Her Journey03:10 Cultural Insights: Growing Up in Taiwan06:03 Career Path: From Target to Meta09:08 The Evolution of Online Shopping12:22 The Birth of Taylor: A Solution for Busy Men15:11 How Taylor Works: Subscription and AI Integration18:11 The Importance of Personal Style and Confidence21:05 Logistics Behind Taylor: Sourcing and Operations26:16 Sourcing Unique Fashion Brands27:35 The Role of AI in Fashion28:51 Anya's Journey into Fashion Entrepreneurship31:43 The Power of Perseverance33:05 Building a Customer Base from Scratch35:29 Understanding Venture Capital41:11 Executing Rapid Growth Strategies43:41 The Expectations of VC-Backed Companies46:10 Strategic Spending of Raised Capital49:26 Discovering the Entrepreneurial SpiritCredits:Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan RoghaarProduced by Ryan RoghaarTheme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM The Carton:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Feature with Zack Chmeis of Straight Method up now! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs/zack-chmeis-35dae817ac28⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist:bit.ly/eggstunesThe Plugs:The Show: eggscast.com@eggshow on twitter and instagramOn iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOnStitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcherAlso available on Google Play Music!Mike "DJ Ontic":Shows and info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@djontic on twitterRyan Roghaar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

00:00 Intro01:08 Golden Dome: US Defense Strategy Vs. China, Russia03:54 How Chinese Companies Sidestep US Tariffs05:14 Gm Stops Some Vehicle Exports from US to China06:07 Nvidia CEO Praises Trump's Semiconductor Chip Plans07:21 China Cuts Key Rates to Aid Economy Amid Trade War08:42 Taiwan's Foreign Minister Discusses Taiwan World Status10:41 US Needs a Strategic Approach to Counter China: Experts

Send us a textThis is the second episode of our two part series on the battle of Manassas. Thanks again to Joey Duffield. Go follow him on IG. Also follow me on IG. Also rate and review the episode. I mean we have 7 reviews. wtf are you guys doing. you're some of the most difficult fans to deal with in the world. no one else has to deal with this. But that's why we love you. I know i respect the hell out of you guys for it. Keep not reviewing it. The podcast will just be our little secret ;)Episode Minutes: Stonewall Jackson was re(g)ardedPGT Beauregard was (g)eyhttps://www.instagram.com/matthew_deakins/https://www.instagram.com/_joeyduffield_/https://www.instagram.com/u_have_a_nice_day/

Welcome to another wide-ranging "Random Show" episode I recorded with my close friend Kevin Rose (digg.com)! We cover dozens of topics: from the cutting edge of health tech to pro-tips for colonoscopies; AI; adventures in Japan and Taiwan seeking out perfect coffee and tea; tips for drinking less alcohol; powerful documentaries like 32 Sounds and books such as Awareness; the unexpected joys and therapeutic benefits of adult Lego; and much, much more.Sponsors:Vanta trusted compliance and security platform: https://vanta.com/tim ($1000 off) Momentous high-quality supplements: https://livemomentous.com/tim (code TIM for up to 35% off)ExpressVPN high-speed, secure, and anonymous VPN service: https://www.expressvpn.com/tim (get 3 or 4 months free on their annual plans)*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, Margaret Atwood, Mark Zuckerberg, Peter Thiel, Dr. Gabor Maté, Anne Lamott, Sarah Silverman, Dr. Andrew Huberman, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TAIWAN: WHY DOES AMERICA DEFEND THE ISLAND? GRANT NEWSHAM, AUTOR, "WHEN CHINA ATTACKS."? 11954 MAO AND ZHOU

Preview Colleague Grant Newsham presents the Pacific Basin under assault by the PLA. More later regarding defending Taiwan. NOVEMBER 1956

Preview Colleague Grant Newsham presents the Pacific Basin under assault by the PLA. More later regarding defending Taiwan. 1883 MARSHALLS

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00:00 Intro01:12 Police Clash With Protesters in Different Parts of China03:19 Lawmakers Sound Alarm on Harvard's Links to Chinese Entities06:13 Passing of Bills That Counter China Signals US Policy Shift10:45 RFK Jr. Criticizes WHO, Citing China's Growing Influence13:38 Taiwan's President Says He's Willing to Talk with Beijing14:39 Eftimiades: China Leverages Entire Society for Intel

Send us a textIn this extended Daily Drop, Jared unleashes a tactical nuke of sarcasm on the Pentagon's parade of WTF decisions. From billion-dollar contracts imploding to Airmen stuck in retirement limbo, it's clear nobody's steering this defense dumpster fire. Cyber Command wants to be SOCOM now (because that worked so well before), troops can't move because the PCS fairy ran out of money, and SpaceX is somehow our last hope in space. Also: PFAS water, political drama, and Congress failing military families… again.If you like your military updates with a side of rage and real talk, you're in the right TOC.

This week Atsuko Okatsuka joins us at the table! It's never a great sign when Ira Glass informs you that you have a story worth telling, which is exactly what happened to Atsuko. She discusses life in Japan, being kidnapped by her grandma and moving to the US. She also shares how she found out she wasn't married to her "husband." Enjoy! Check out Atsuko's upcoming special FATHER on Hulu June 13th. ------------ 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:42 Welcome and second time on podcast 0:01:43 Bread 0:03:00 Atsuko's new special "FATHER" 0:05:20 Japan 0:11:32 Downtown LA 0:14:42 Atsuko did not know she wasn't married for years 0:20:13 Special set design 0:21:39 Atsuko's relationship with her father 0:24:03 Ira Glass 0:26:32 Grandma kidnapping 0:30:40 Japanese 0:31:56 Taiwan to London pipeline 0:35:25 Bad smells 0:36:38 FACTOR Ad 0:38:30 Uncomfortable moment 0:46:00 Scars 0:48:33 Tracking the moon 0:51:10 Atsuko at 80 and finding friends 0:56:02 Celiac 0:58:28 Condiments and masseuses ------------ Tom Papa is a celebrated stand-up comedian with over 20 years in the industry. Watch Tom's new special "Home Free" out NOW on Netflix! Patreon - Patreon.com/BreakingBreadWithTomPapa Radio, Podcasts and more: https://linktr.ee/tompapa/ Website - http://tompapa.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tompapa Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tompapa Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/comediantompapa Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/tompapa #tompapa #breakingbread #comedy #standup #standupcomedy #bread #atsuko #japan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taiwan has long been a tense flashpoint between Washington and Beijing. By law, the U.S. is required to help Taiwan defend itself. But there is now a debate about whether Taiwan is spending enough on defense, whether Ukraine is a distraction or a test case, and whether defending Taiwan is a vital U.S. interest. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Randall Schriver and Michael Swaine. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

After conducting over 300 interviews and spending seven years reporting on artificial intelligence, tech journalist and Empire of AI author Karen Hao discusses the story behind OpenAI and its founder Sam Altman, the current state of AI development, the potential risks and benefits of the technology, and the company's relationship with Microsoft. Then, Mike Gallagher, head of defense at Palantir Technologies and former U.S. Congressman, shares insights on the U.S.-China tech conflict, the dangers of using Huawei chips, the role of American companies operating in China, and the future of Taiwan. Plus, Home Depot reaffirmed its full-year guidance and said it will not raise prices due to tariffs, and Republicans are making progress on advancing a bill aligned with former President Trump's agenda in the House. Mike Gallagher 19:52Karen Hao  29:20 Emily Wilkins,@emrwilkinsMike Gallagher, @RepGallagherKaren Hao, @_KarenHaoBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinZach Vallese, @zachvallese

America's defense industrial base is woefully behind production on new advanced weapons systems, and slow to deliver those systems to strategic allies like Taiwan. The axis of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea is shifting the global balance of military capabilities in their favor. All of this adds up to what defense expert Brad Bowman calls the most dangerous geostrategic threat for the United States since 1945. He joined Rep. Crenshaw to cover bureaucratic and legislative reforms that would reinvigorate America's defense industry and speed up weapons deliveries to our allies. He gives an analysis of the Chinese military's strengths and weaknesses in an invasion of Taiwan. And he discusses the policy options for arming Mexico against the drug cartels.   Brad Bowman serves as senior director of the Center on Military and Political Power at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, where he focuses on U.S. defense strategy and policy. He has served as a national security advisor to members of the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations committees, as well as an active duty U.S. Army officer, Black Hawk pilot, and assistant professor at West Point. Follow him on X at @Brad_L_Bowman.

Author Nick Bunker, in "In the Shadow of Fear," introduces cold warrior Robert Taft of Ohio, who defended Taiwan right before the Korean War. More to come. 1950 KOREA

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today's biggest stories shaping America and the world. Trump to Walmart: “Eat the Tariffs” – President Trump criticizes Walmart for raising prices, arguing the retail giant and China should absorb the tariff costs. Treasury Secretary Bessent tries to calm fears, but stacked tariffs and a weakened U.S. dollar are squeezing importers. Meanwhile, the GOP's "Big, Beautiful Bill" aims to cut spending and taxes, but conservatives remain divided on whether it goes far enough. China Tightens Grip on Rare Earth Exports, Delays Trade Talks – Xi Jinping selectively permits rare earth shipments to foreign firms, leaving U.S. companies scrambling. Analysts suspect the delay is strategic, possibly a prelude to fall military action around Taiwan. Middle East Shift: Hamas Leaders Killed, Gaza May Be Carved Up – Israel reportedly eliminates top Hamas leaders and rolls out a plan to divide Gaza into three security zones. Meanwhile, a leaked proposal reveals a U.S.-backed effort to relocate 1 million Palestinians to Libya, raising alarm over European security and regional stability. Pope Leo XIV's First Mass Aligns with Youth Revival of Christianity – As the new pope champions human dignity and labor, more young people in the U.S. and Europe are turning to Christianity—and to the skilled trades. High school shop programs are making a comeback as Gen Z skips college for $70K job offers and deeper purpose. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." – John 8:32

Plus: China's Xiaomi plans $7 billion investment in chip design. And 23andMe will live on after $256 million Regeneron buyout. Victoria Craig hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Nvidia is working with Foxconn to build an AI supercomputer in Taiwan. And NJ Transit says rail operations will resume tomorrow, after reaching a tentative agreement with union leaders. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber explored the market impact of Moody's decision to cut the U.S.' credit rating to below AAA. The 30-year yield jumped above 5% on news of the downgrade. The anchors reacted to President Trump's social media post telling Walmart to “eat the tariffs” instead of hiking prices. Also in focus: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's AI announcements at a conference in Taiwan, Apple's AI challenges, Blackstone's energy deal, JPMorgan Chase and the Jamie Dimon succession watch, Netflix downgraded. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer 

Derek welcomes back Jake Werner, director of the East Asia Program at the Quincy Institute, to talk about the latest New Cold War developments. They discuss the Chinese government's view of Donald Trump, US-China trade negotiations, Beijing's approach to great power politics, Taiwan's position in US-China relations under Trump, China's role in domestic US politics, and what a smarter US trade policy might look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We begin with Ben's first-ever lucid dream, set in a glowing, otherworldly version of Tokyo. The moment he becomes aware inside the dream, a grey-suited figure appears and violently tackles him mid-flight. Known only as “The Agent,” this strange man triggers a wave of recognition and fear. Was he a projection of Ben's subconscious, or something far more real patrolling the boundaries of the dream world? The experience sparks a disturbing recollection of the Wu family case in Taiwan. What started with one daughter's claim of spiritual possession spiraled into an entire household descending into ritual abuse, starvation, and madness. With links to Taoist deities, feces rituals, and apocalyptic visions, the incident remains one of Taiwan's most chilling examples of mass psychosis — or possession. For Plus+ members, we turn to the humanoid wave of 1973. Dozens of reports emerged across the United States describing bizarre beings, glowing craft, and entities that seemed mechanical yet sentient. Drawing from David Webb's forgotten analysis, we uncover a pattern in the chaos and explore what might have been visiting during that strange and unsettling year. 33.16 - MU Podcast - Memories of 2545 Out-of-Body Experiences: Explorations and encounters with the astral plane Did Bigfoot Really Exist? How Gigantopithecus Became Extinct 100 Weirdest Tales from Across Australia Man dubbed Australia's 'poo jogger' resigns from corporate role A family of six suddenly became ill with a mass and shared mental illness and grew convinced they were possessed. Incantation For two years, two brothers would constantly sabotage the railways until they finally derailed a train 1973, Year of the Humanoids TAXI drivers are the chief suspects in a public poo pandemic The Buga Sphere Sphere UFO lands, recovered in Columbia! But is the Buga Sphere a fraud? The 1973 UFO Chronology  A UFO Wave Why aren't UFOs drawn to renewable energy sites LinksPlus+ ExtensionThe extension of the show is EXCLUSIVE to Plus+ Members. To join, click HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textMay 16's Daily Drop is here, and it's a clinic in chaos. Jared dives headfirst into a flaming pile of Air Force mismanagement, with everything from canceled retention bonuses to space-based missile defense initiatives nobody budgeted for.We're talking about the Pentagon quietly prepping to boot transgender service members, the DoD admitting it can't staff enough school counselors, and the Air Force building new ICBM silos because fixing the old ones would just be too easy.Meanwhile, Space Force is trying to juggle in-orbit refueling, satellite sensors, a “Golden Dome,” and stealing 600 Guardsmen — all while Airmen are out here getting ghosted on their bonuses.Oh, and Trump wants to build the “F-55.” Whatever that is.

The tensions between the United States and Iran continue to grow. But in the midst of those tensions God is still at work. On In The Market with Janet Parshall this week we heard from one of His faithful servants to the Iranian people to better understand the impact of these international tensions on the every day people in the street and share more amazing stories of His transforming power to save souls and change lives. If you want to understand why God hates lies, just take a look at the father of lies, Satan. His deceptions have been the downfall of mankind since human history began. Our guest, a respected pastor and teacher, took us back before time began to explain exactly who Satan is and why deceiving ways so easily trip us up time and time again. He explained how Satan twists the circumstances of our daily lives to deceive us and five unshakable truths about God’s love that we can stand on to see through Satan’s tricks and schemes. When a storm hits our lives, do we just let the crashing waves sink us to the bottom or is there a way to make it safely through to the other side? Using an actual event from the life of Paul, our guest a beloved bible teacher and author, showed us what depending on God during those stormy times really looks like and that the Jesus who spoke peace to the storm is the same Jesus who can guide us safely through the choppy waters of our lives, if we let Him. This nation may not be in the news every single day but make no mistake about it, its leader remains unrelenting in his drive to bring the whole word under his communist rule. We turned once again to a highly respected security expert to get an update on China including what is going on with its plans to control Taiwan. Then we turned our focus to another international threat, Iran and whether or not that nation is willing to relent on its plans to develop nuclear weapons and if not, what does that mean for the United States going forward? Once again, our favorite husband and wife team are using God’s word to dissect the news of the week and they invite you to sharpen your skills to be able to do the same for the protection and welfare of your family.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think AI is hitting a wall? Nope. This is just the start. Actually, we're at the first chapter. Here's what that means, and how you can move your company ahead. Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion: Thoughts on this? Join the conversationUpcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:Generative AI's current phaseMeta's in-house AI chips developmentOpenAI's new developer toolsDay zero of AI and future prospectsReinforcement learning advancementsEmergent reasoning capabilities in AIBusiness implications of AI advancementsAI in healthcare and scienceTimestamps:00:00 Day Zero of AI03:31 AI Tools Enhance Customization & Access09:02 Reinforcement Learning Enhances AI Reasoning11:27 Agentic AI: The Future of Tasks15:59 Tech Potential vs. Everyday Utilization18:48 AI Models Offer Broad Benefits23:15 "Generative AI: Optimism and Oversight"27:08 Generative AI vs. Domain-Specific AI29:24 Superhuman AI: Next FrontierKeywords:Generative AI, Fortune 100 leaders, chat GBT, Microsoft Copilot, enterprise companies, day zero of AI, livestream podcast, free daily newsletter, leveraging AI, capital expenditures, Meta AI chips, Nvidia, Taiwan's TSMC, AI infrastructure investments, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, responses API, agents SDK, legal research, customer support, deep research, agentic AI, supervised learning, reinforcement learning, language models, health care, computational biology, AlphaFold, protein folding prediction.Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Ready for ROI on GenAI? Go to youreverydayai.com/partner

For today's episode, Lawfare Foreign Policy Editor Daniel Byman talked with Evan Braden Montgomery and Toshi Yoshihara, both Senior Fellows at the Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments, to discuss their recent Lawfare article, "Beijing's Changing Invasion Calculus: How China Might Put Taiwan in its Crosshairs." Together they discuss how China might use a blockade, subversion, and nuclear threats to intimidate Taiwan, the United States, and key regional states like Japan. They also discuss how Taipei and Washington might change their approach to reduce the risk of Taiwanese coercion.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.