Prosecutors have indicted three former Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) engineers over the alleged leak of confidential 2-nanometer process technology, seeking a sentence of up to 14 years under the National Security Act.

12 years ago, Jewher Ilham, the daughter of prominent imprisoned Uyghur economist Ilham Tohti, watched her father taken away by Chinese authorities at Beijing International Airport. At her father’s insistence, she boarded a plane bound for the United States. That was the last time she ever saw him. In the years since, Jewher has endured Beijing’s psychological manipulation, repeatedly being lured with false promises of a reunion with her father. Instead of giving in, she chose a path of advocacy—dedicating her career to researching forced labor and speaking out on behalf of her father and the Uyghur people. In this episode, Jewher reflects on the final moments she shared with her father and explains how her work continues to connect her to her people, amplifying their voices and struggles to the world.

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!

In this episode of Oh, I didn't know that, we explore the critical situation of the Taiwanese white dolphin, a unique subspecies facing imminent extinction. Through insights from John Wang (王愈超), the leading expert who has been researching these dolphins for many years, this episode touches on the various threats these dolphins face, including habitat loss, pollution, and the impact of human activities.

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.

"A Marvellous Light: Creating powerful change in liminal spaces" This is the fourth and final episode in our August Spicy Summer series, where we look at one element of the romance genre and put it under the microscope. This year we're looking at the relationship dynamics in different stories, what makes them so unique, and what they contribute to a story. To wrap up our special, we're talking with Milo Bowles about the book "A Marvellous Light" and exploring the "FRIENDS to lovers" archetype, as well as historical romance. We talk about how Freya Marske's surprsingly adventerous and magical book does a great job dealing with the ideas of existing in the liminal parts of society (and what that means), while also delivering a satisfying and happy end.

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...