Welcome to The Untranslatables Project — a podcast about words that resist easy translation yet reveal something essential about being human.

Rti's English radio docudrama "Lost in Dutch Formosa" was honored at the New York Festivals World's Best Radio Programs, 2015 at a ceremony on Monday, June 22 in New York City. The radio play picked up a bronze trophy for Best Writing, alongside winning submissions from the BBC and other international radio stations. Acknowledgements Writer Andrew Ryan, thanked historian Llyn Scott for her guidance and for sharing the inspiration behind the tales: real stories from the Dutch occupation of Formosa (Taiwan) in the 1600s. He also expressed his gratitude to co-Producer Natalie Tso, sound designer James Lin (whose work also inspired parts of the script), the dedicated team of actors, especially Liu Ji-hsiang and all the students at Taipei School for the Blind. Liu's improvisational acting was instrumental in the writing of scenes involving blind characters. On Writing the Plays Ryan traveled to Tainan, southern Taiwan, to search for inspiration to write the plays. He said that...

A look at the stories from the margins of Taiwanese society.

Check out a wide range of fresh music coming out of Taiwan and learn more about the lyrics and background behind the band's inspiration. You don't have to understand Chinese to appreciate these awesome songs!    

Every weekday, RTI broadcasts ten minutes of news from our studios in downtown Taipei. Stay abreast of the most important stories of the day affecting the government, economy and people of Taiwan.  

Taiwan Insider covers the issues that matter to Taiwan! New video episodes drop every Thursday night, with audio available as part of the regularly scheduled programming on Fridays.    Connect with us: Twitter: @TaiwanInsider Facebook: @TaiwanInsider YouTube: Taiwan Insider Playlist Natalie Tso on Twitter: @TsoNatalie  

Tune in to the full one-hour program offered every day by Radio Taiwan International, Taiwan's national radio station. Programs are updated daily at 1900 UTC. 

In 2004, RTI host Andrew Ryan began recording the sounds of Taiwan and creating "sound postcards" which he sent to listeners around the world via the air waves. Now, the sounds of Taiwan take center stage in a new series of 5-minute programs that dig deeper into the stories and people of this island. Join Andrew on this audio journey into the heart of Taiwan and its people. Click on the icon (↑) above to listen to the latest episode, or select previous episodes from the list below (↓).

With In the Spotlight, you get to meet people from all walks of life, whether Taiwanese or foreigners who are living in Taiwan. Every week, they will each begin by telling a story that has impacted their lives. See how Shirley Lin guides them in casual interviews as they talk about Taiwan through their perspectives. You'll also learn about their "firsts" and "favorites" on the island. Enjoy getting to know Taiwan's greatest assets - its people!

Welcome to Oh! I Didn’t Know That, the show where curiosity takes the lead! Each episode, we explore something new, from unexpected discoveries to fresh ideas, from Taiwan to the rest of the world. What do you want to know?

HistoryPod is a short podcast that brings you bite-sized snippets of history, exploring fascinating facts and stories from the past. Hosted by Amber Hatfield, each episode highlights significant events and milestones that occurred this week in history. Perfect for history enthusiasts and casual listeners alike, HistoryPod makes learning about the past quick, fun, and accessible. Tune in for a delightful journey through the ages, one week at a time!

Millennial Mixtapes is dedicated to the iconic sounds of the '90s and 2000s, celebrating the music that defined a generation. Hosted by Amber Hatfield, this show takes you on a nostalgic journey through the era's unforgettable hits, from pop anthems and boy band ballads to grunge and hip-hop classics. Tune in to Millennial Mixtapes for a trip down memory lane as each episode dives into different themes, spotlighting the artists and songs that shaped the Millennial experience. While the focus is on the beloved tracks of the past, we also sprinkle in a few new songs that capture the spirit of today. Any oldies that are stuck in your head? Or want to dedicate a song to someone? Email your Millennial song requests to amberesh@rti.org.tw  Happy Listening :D

Rti hosts talk to the VIPs, politicians, and thought leaders from around the world.   Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

Your audio guide to the island nation’s mind-blowing linguistic diversity with host Oleksandr Shyn. Taiwan’s linguistic diversity will leave you speechless. More than 20 official languages, over 40 Indigenous languages and dialects, and even more immigrant languages brought here over the past centuries make this place a true lingo-multiverse. Guided by guests who speak and study Taiwan’s languages, we unpack their unique features and literary traditions, explore personal histories and identities, and address crucial social issues, such as language revitalisation, education, and rights. Listen to #InTaiwanWeSpeak on podcast platforms of your choice: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music | Other platforms Follow Rti English on Instagram for short video snippets of #InTaiwanWeSpeak New episodes are released every Tuesday at 21:00 (Taipei, GMT+8).

Join Amber on Sundays as she explores hot travel destinations, hunts down hidden gems, and soaks up Taiwan's culture. Let's go!

"The Divide" is a show that explores the things dividing us as human beings. In a world where differences often seem insurmountable, this show delves into the complexities of our diverse societies, shining a light perspectives and experiences that create divisions.

The Reporter for Kids is a series of news reports created by The Reporter (報導者) that aims to provide in-depth news stories to children and young adults.

We know it's impossible for you to come join us at the metaphorical office water cooler to hear what we talk about in the newsroom. That's why we created the program: Hear in Taiwan. Tune in every weekday for a panel discussion with the news team to learn about the stories that caught our attention but did not quite make their way into the nightly newscast.   Image: Kimmie Phan Stattman