Taiwanren

Cindy Yang

Weekly interviews with Taiwanese innovators, makers, and advocates. Join our global Taiwanese community.

  1. 2024-06-05

    Phil Wang, Wong Fu and Bopomofo Cafe

    We had a nostalgic session with Phil Wang of Wong Fu Productions and Bopomofo Cafe. Phil shares his honest take of what it was like to create viral Youtube videos in the early 2000s, and what Wong Fu has evolved to since. We also go in depth about Bopomofo, his personal dream of creating a space where the community could gather over ABC inspired food and drinks. Mapo tofu tater tots, anyone?  Be sure to check out Wong Fu's latest videos on YouTube, or stop by Bopomofo the next time you're in California.  Please support the Taiwanren project by leaving a review and subscribing. 讓我們一起加油!IG: @taiwanren.coEmail: cindy@taiwanren.co Support the show: http://patreon.com/taiwanren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min

  2. 2024-02-29

    Steve Chen, YouTube

    We meet with Steve Chen, the co-founder of YouTube, to talk about what his life has been like since he moved his family back to Taiwan. Steve shares his latest initiatives for bridging Taiwan with the rest of the world, and what he believes it will take for Taiwan to become the Silicon Valley of Asia.   Please support the Taiwanren project by leaving a review and subscribing. 讓我們一起加油!IG: @taiwanren.coEmail: cindy@taiwanren.co Support the show: http://patreon.com/taiwanren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    37 min

  3. 2023-11-25

    Amy Fan, Twentyeight Health

    Amy Fan, the co-founder of Twentyeight Health, is pioneering accessible sexual and reproductive healthcare for women in the US. Learn how Twentyeight Health is shaping the healthcare landscape, what type of support women need today, and our personal sex ed experiences growing up as Asian immigrants.  Stefanie Ng from K50 Ventures is our special co-host for this episode 3   Please support the Taiwanren project by leaving a review and subscribing. 讓我們一起加油!IG: @taiwanren.coEmail: cindy@taiwanren.co Support the show: http://patreon.com/taiwanren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    45 min

  4. 2023-09-08

    Dr. Michelle Lee & Jen-Yu Huang, Lypid

    We kick off our final season, Pioneers, with Lypid. Jen-Yu and Michelle created an alternative fat using plant-based oils so that we can enjoy our favorite pork belly dishes in new ways. Learn the science behind how this is done, and the interesting challenges of getting an alternative food company off the ground. You can try Lypid fat on menus at Louisa Coffee, WesBurger, and more!    Lillian Lin from Yun Hai Taiwanese Pantry is our special co-host for this episode 3   Please support the Taiwanren project by leaving a review and subscribing. 讓我們一起加油!IG: @taiwanren.coEmail: cindy@taiwanren.co Support the show: http://patreon.com/taiwanren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    43 min

  5. 2023-05-04

    Eric Sze, 886 and Wenwen

    In the final episode of our 'Food' season, we chat with restaurant owner and chef Eric Sze. Eric is all in on not only Taiwanese food, but also the Taiwanese spirit. Learn about how he started selling noodle packs to running full fledged restaurants in New York City, even through Covid. The next time you're in town, make sure to drop by 886 or Wenwen for an authentic taste of home.   Please support the Taiwanren project by leaving a review and subscribing. 讓我們一起加油!IG: @taiwanren.coEmail: cindy@taiwanren.co Support the show: http://patreon.com/taiwanren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    45 min

  6. 2023-02-26

    Olivia Chen, Twrl Milk Tea

    Olivia co-founded Twrl, a brand new way to enjoy milk tea: guilt-free in the comfort of our own homes. We chat with Olivia to learn how Twrl milk tea gets made and the uphill challenge of launching a drink in a new category. You can try Twrl by purchasing on https://twrlmilktea.com/ or Amazon!    Please support the Taiwanren project by leaving a review and subscribing. 讓我們一起加油!IG: @taiwanren.coEmail: cindy@taiwanren.co Support the show: http://patreon.com/taiwanren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min

  7. 2023-01-13

    Mai Bach, Ooh Cha Cha

    What's it like to run a vegan restaurant in Taiwan? Mai shares her unlikely entrepreneur journey with us while educating us on the greater significance of veganism and why food is, in fact, political. Please support the Taiwanren project by leaving a review and subscribing. 讓我們一起加油!IG: @taiwanren.coEmail: cindy@taiwanren.co Support the show: http://patreon.com/taiwanren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min

  8. 2022-12-07

    Jessica, Erica & Austin Liang, Mama Liang's

    Jessica, Erica, and Austin are siblings that run a third generation family business. They began as a restaurant called Liang's Village in California, and has since expanded to selling frozen food online through Mama Liang's. Tune in to hear how the Liang family learned to work together to carry on their grandmother's legacy. Please support the Taiwanren project by leaving a review and subscribing. 讓我們一起加油!IG: @taiwanren.coEmail: cindy@taiwanren.co Support the show: http://patreon.com/taiwanren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min
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About

Weekly interviews with Taiwanese innovators, makers, and advocates. Join our global Taiwanese community.

Information

  • Creator
    Cindy Yang
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Cindy Yang
  • Show Website
    Taiwanren