United States Senator and Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee Roger Wicker arrived in Taiwan Friday, marking the first visit to Taiwan by the chairperson of this committee since 2016 when the late John McCain visited.

This second episode was purely because Herel and Michelle could not shut up about all the wonderful experiences they've had exploring the sea!  Listen to learn about their adventures!

The Qixi Festival, also known as Chinese Valentine’s Day, celebrates the legend of the Weaver Girl (織女) and the Cowherd (牛郎). According to the lunar calendar, the festival falls on 29 August this year. This week, we’ll explore some words and an idiom related to the festival!   ●Words to Know: 1. 情人節 tsîng-jîn-tseh (n.) Valentine’s Day 2. 織女 Tsit-lú (n.) Weaver Girl 3. 牛郎 Gû-nn̂g (n.) the Cowherd 4. 河溪 hô-khe (n.) Milky Way 5. 客鳥 kheh-tsiáu (n.) magpie   ●Idiom of the week: 愛著較慘死 Ài--tio̍h khah tshám sí. (Once you fall in love, it's more miserable than death.)

Today I am joined by Thao and David, who will help me read some wonderful emails.  If you want to contact us and have your message read on air, you can send a letter to P.O. BOX 123 199 Taipei, Taiwan English@rti.org.tw or reach us on social media, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, @Rtienglish 

Olek says bye-bye and thanks all the guests and listeners who made this podcast meaningful. Listen to #InTaiwanWeSpeak on podcast platforms of your choice: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music | Other platforms Follow Rti English on Instagram or Facebook for more updates.

This week, Wanson is joined by another film enthusiast, Joanne. We dive into Flow, an Oscar-nominated animation where animals, not humans, face a world after the flood. How can this story mirror our human society? Stay tuned to find out! *Note: It wasn't a serpent-eagle in the film, but a secretarybird. Sorry for the confusion. If you would like to share your feedback, please send your words or voice notes to: wanson@rti.org.tw You can also find Wanson on Instagram (@wansonscafe) and YouTube (阿善Café/Wanson's Café)

One Formosan macaque made the headlines this week for stealing across Beitou. Finally, after a three-month chase and countless robberies, he was apprehended. Formosa Fauna is back this week to entertainingly educate you about animals both in Taiwan and abroad! Spend the next 20 minutes listening to this episode and feeding your noggin with fun facts about the animal kingdom so you can become smarter than all of your friends. On today's menu for your mind to feast on:  – Formosan macaque burglar  – Lanternfish  – Taiwan's animal-related news  – Dogs who chew too much Want to share your own story and have it read on air? Send your story (photos welcome) to tristan@rti.org.tw! See you every week for Formosa Fauna Fridays!

In part II of our conversation with Lili, we will explore the delicate balance between hard work and the pursuit of inspiration in the music industry. Our guest, Lili Greenberg, a talented singer-songwriter, will share her experiences transitioning from the competitive atmosphere of New York City to the more relaxed and community-focused music scene in Taiwan. She will also discuss how this change has allowed her to find her unique voice and create music that resonates deeply with her soul. Tune in to hear Lili's insights on maintaining ambition while embracing the creative solitude necessary for genuine artistic expression. Lili Greenberg is a multidisciplinary artist whose work lives at the intersection of joy, community, and human connection. A singer, songwriter, and dancer, Lili uses her voice and body as instruments to tell stories, spark emotion, and invite others into shared experience. Raised in New York City and deeply influenced by both the sounds of the streets an...