Jukebox Republic: Recent Episodes
Shirley Lin, RTI
Jukebox Republic offers you a weekly dose of the best pop music in Taiwan but based on a mood or idea or theme, depending on what's current or trendy. Shirley Lin is your host, introducing not only the latest releases but also some oldies, in the many local Taiwanese languages and dialects.
Have a listen to music from Richie Ren, the most gentlemanly Taiwanese singer/songwriter and actor you'll ever get to know! On Jukebox Republic!
EggPlantEgg is a Taiwanese band specializing in Taiwanese pop. A couple of their songs became popular overnight to this day, like "The Prodigal Son". Enjoy their music on Jukebox Republic.
Have a listen to Wu Qing-feng, known to have a singing technique that forges a genderless voice, on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic this week, have a listen to Mandarin Chinese songs with very typical local Taiwanese accent by Wubai.
Tune in to Jukebox Republic to find out who has always been the Taiwanese rock band Mayday's idol.
Hear how Harlem Yu brought R&B music into Taiwan and what he's up to now in his life on Jukebox Republic.
Have a listen to talented singer songwriter Taiwanese artist Bobby Chen, a person who speaks his mind, on Jukebox Republic.
Rene Liu is a talented singer and actress. Find out on Jukebox Republic why she chose to pursue a career in pop music over classical music.
Despite being better known for his acting, Cantopop artist Andy Lau still has a passion for singing. Enjoy his voice singing Mandarin songs on Jukebox Republic this week.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, enjoy Vivian Hsu's music as well as find out how the birth of her child came at just the right time.
Lala Hsu is a mother now, but still loves to write and make music. Enjoy her originality and flawless singing on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic, a talk about how the government wants to make motorcycle license tests more difficult in light of frequent accidents on the road.
On Jukebox Republic, learn about how Taiwan researchers are looking for more interesting, unique drinks for the ubiquitous drink shops around the country.
On Jukebox Repubic, learn about how the city-wide bike rental service in Taipei will be upgraded and become greener.
For a change, Jukebox Republic this week features renowned concert pianist from Bulgaria, Ivan Yanakov. He shares with us recorded works of Chopin, Liszt, and a couple of other composers Ivan admires.
In the past week, health experts are calling kids under the age of 18 to get new COVID vaccine because of yet another new Omicron subvariant. The COVID pandemic is still going but when is it ever going to end? Shirley Lin talks about that on Jukebox Republic.
A talk about the National Taiwan University suing a cram school for using its name on the basis of trademark infringement, on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic, a talk about Taiwanese people's love for fried foods called popcorn chicken which isn't just chicken.
The global magazine Time Out has rated Taipei's Yongkang Street as one of 33 coolest streets in the world. Enjoy songs about being 'cool' on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic, hear how a speed ferry helps cut down on travel time between the main island of Taiwan and the Matsu Islands.
It's official...we've not had typhoons in Taiwan in three years straight! Is that good or bad? Find out on Jukebox Republic this week.
A talk about how Taiwan's dependent population will outnumber its working population earlier than predicted, on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic, hear about the Vietnam month at the National Palace Museum, the Southern Branch, in Chiayi.
On Jukebox Republic, listen to songs like "a racing car", "getting rowdy" and "adventurous" as you hear about a soap box derby in its 9th year organized by the Siraya National Scenic Area Management Office in Tainan.
On Jukebox Republic, you get to hear songs from Li Rong Hao of Beijing and Usay Kawlu of the Amis people as Shirley Lin reveals a shocking study result that's been in the news lately.
On Jukebox Republic this week, listen to songs on how to comfort someone who's just new in town.
On Jukebox Republic, a listen to how a Taiwan university helps the serious stray animal population in Guam and songs about "nomads", "wanderers", and "homeless".
On this week's Jukebox Republic, a look at the talk of the town: a TV comedy series that won the audience award at the Taipei Film Festival about mother-daughter relationships and their separate dating lives.
On Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin discusses an article about an urban warfare workshop that took place outside of Taipei. Would you take up arms to defend your country?
Tanya Chua from Singapore won four awards at the recent Golden Melody Awards, often called the GRAMMYs of the Chinese-speaking world. On Jukebox Republic, listen to songs from Tanya's winning album DEPART.
On Jukebox Republic, you get to share the joy of a 13-year old girl who is the first Taiwanese-American to win at the popular US culinary TV show MasterChef Junior and then hear songs of "joy".
On Jukebox Republic, you learn why Taiwanese women don't like to be called Auntie and how food trucks offering free Central American and Filipino dishes were a hit.
For a change of pace, this week's Jukebox Republic plays classical music performances by the Heathcliff Trio, who just won first prize at the recent International Johannes Brahms Chamber Music Competition in Poland. Shirley Lin interviews the trio composed of Taiwaneses violinist Ashley Tong, British cellist Sebastian Kolin, and Danish pianist Jonathan Siahaan.
On Jukebox Republic, you get to hear about a craftsman who loves to use a magnifying glass to make the smallest possible kind of art using gold or grains of rice.
On Jukebox Republic, hear the good news of remote telemedicine consultations in Taiwan for those COVID patients who can't go to the hospitals while in quarantine. And hear songs to lighten up your spirit in the midst of the misery that COVID has brought to all of our lives.
On Jukebox Republic, learn about farmers in Hualien getting help from a university to resolve problems like preventing thieves from stealing their crops.
On Jukebox Republic this week, what are Taiwanese people's most and least favorite items in the six major food categories. You'd be surprised to find out which vegetable people like the least!
On Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin reports on the cancellation of the COVID contact tracing system at public and business venues. But she also reminds us not to take the Omicron variant of COVID lightly.
On Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin gives you the details on the recent publication of a civil defense handbook and what a particular political party thinks about it. You will also hear songs like "Do not be afraid" and "Be prepared".
After a seven year hiatus, Taiwan's Mandopop diva A-mei is back! She just finished a round of 12 concerts, but not without problems. This week's Jukebox Republic also features some of her powerful music!
On this week's Jukebox Republic, you can hear the story of the Taiwanese-Australian instrumentalist Matt Hsu coming to grips with internalized racism from growing up in Australia. He won an award at the recent Queensland Music Awards.
According to a survey conducted by the job bank Yes123, 20% of young Taiwanese workers have no savings. Learn more about it on this week's Jukebox Republic.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin talks about her best friend's first oil painting exhibit, which turned out to be a great success. The event was something her friend has had on her bucket list for 26 years!
On this week's Jukebox Republic, learn how Shirley Lin was given a way to become less passive... in exercising!
On Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin talks about what's been in the news last week with Uniqlo reversing its decision on Russia and Kaohsiung police catching scooter riders on the sidewalks.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin touches on two topics of importance: new reservists' training program and the impact of global warming on Taiwan.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin talks about another museum she visited recently, except this time, a really photogenic one!
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin talks about her thoughts and the memorable parts of her visit to the Museum of Failure in Taipei. Also have a listen to songs on 'failure', but most likely failed relationships!
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin covers two vital improvements in public facilities around Taiwan that had been taken for granted up till now.
On Jukebox Republic this week, the host reminisces on the food she consumed during the Lunar New Year holiday and the differences she felt this year compared to last year.
More than anything, Shirley Lin talks about what dishes she will have on this year's Chinese New Year's Eve dinner at her in laws on Jukebox Republic.
Thanks to creative minds and advanced technology, Taiwan is doing better as you hear about what some people are doing with pumice stones drifting to Taiwan from a recent volcanic eruption somewhere outside of the country, and why some farmers can survive only because green energy is becoming more and more developed in Taiwan. All this on this week's Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic this week, Shirley Lin updates you on the COVID situation in Taiwan and what new regulations are in place.
On Jukebox Republic this week, Shirley Lin is off to a pretty good start in the new year with songs about 'beautiful'.
For Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin briefs everyone on what she was planning to do counting down to the new year, and talks about 'pineapple papers'!
On Jukebox Republic this week, Shirley Lin updates her interaction with Shalom, their new member in the house! You get to hear more songs about cats by Taiwanese and Hong Kong artists.
Shalom is the new cat in Shirley's house. Hear her talk about the first two weeks after Shalom arrives, on Jukebox Republic.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin covers some interesting stories on a double decker bus and rum coming out of Taiwan.
Shirley Lin talks about her favorite Taiwanese American movie director, Ang Lee and how a Taiwanese supermarket chain offers to set up vaccine sites at their stores, on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin talks about a research center in Taiwan trying to develop new flavors and concoctions of tea-based drinks to meet growing demands, on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic this week, you get to hear the issue of peacocks running amok on the outlying island of Kinmen.
Shirley Lin talks about a new cat food made from silkworm pupae, about the sudden turning cold weather and the opening up to migrant workers, on this week's Jukebox Republic.
What's the yoga scene like in Taiwan? Tune in to Jukebox Republic to find out and learn about an upcoming, Taiwan's very own yoga festival: Oceansound Yoga Festival 2021.
Believe it or not, a Taiwanese marathon runner wore flip flops to run in a race? Also, do you know what is a water caltrop? Hear more and find out the answers on this week's Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic, Shirley talks about how Palau wants so badly for Taiwanese people to travel to the Pacific island country and Taiwan is gradually going maskless when exercising outdoors!
Shirley Lin recaps some of the good news coming out of Taiwan in the past week, on Jukebox Republic.
How can Taiwanese people not be proud of their country when local COVID cases have gone down to zero for several days in a row? That's what you'll hear on this week's Jukebox Republic: pride.
Find out how the Taiwan government is trying to boost the national birthrate by working on the dads-to-be, on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin touches on an interesting story about a man in Miaoli who intends to become the biggest humane egg producer in Taiwan. He believes that "happy farmers raise happy chickens". Guess what songs you will hear on this week's show?
Hear how Shirley's house will soon have a pet and all the songs about cats, on Jukebox Republic.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, find out what a school principal in Yilan likes to do most during school meetings.
On Jukebox Republic, learn about seeds from a seed exhibition in Taipei and how a pet caiman was lost and then found.
On Jukebox Republic this week, Shirley Lin focuses on Jane Goodall, environmental issues and climate change.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin shares thoughts about the training life behind Taiwan's bronze medalist Huang Hsiao-wen in boxing.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, learn about one Taiwanese Olympic medalist's childhood days and philanthropic act, and another foreign medalist who has a Taiwan connection!
On Jukebox Republic. Shirley Lin gives an update on what places are reopened with eased restrictions in Taiwan and how the turnout has been while still under Level 3 alert.
Shirley Lin talks about some of the relaxed COVID restrictions as Taiwan extends its soft lockdown for another two weeks, on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin talks about an advice from Taiwan's former Vice President Chen Chien-jen why it's important to get vaccinated as soon as possible, on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic, hear songs about impatience and annoyance that the host felt out of desperation.
With Japan and the US donating more vaccines for Taiwan, are the Taiwanese people feeling any better? Find out from the songs on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin says we must "be prepared" in case there's a real full lockdown in Taipei City, on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic, learn what's one thing you can also do while staying home during the COVID-19 pandemic and how Taiwanese people are into panic buying.
Shirley Lin talks about her trip to the Cingjing Farm in Nantou County, finally seeing the sheep and feeling like singing "The Sound of Music" on this week's Jukebox Republic. She hugely hints that she would like to go back again some day!
On this week's Jukebox Republic, a one-day trip to Longtan, Taoyuan City brought excitement, purplish feeling, and warm hospitality to the host.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin talks about news stories from the past week that inspired her.
On Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin brings up the "salmon name change chaos" but in a positive light.
On Jukebox Republic, what should we do about the serious drought situation in Taiwan? Also, let's come together and celebrate with Taiwanese director Ang Lee on the BAFTA award he just won.
Hear about a memorable but short Lunar New Year getaway to a villa with an unusual name and pronunciation, on Jukebox Republic.
Join the host on Jukebox Republic as she talks about her festive mood during this Christmas, despite the COVID-19 pandemic!
This week's Jukebox Republic featured songs like "great woman", "strong", and "Praise, kudos, compliments", because Taiwan's president Tsai Ing-wen is again ranked in Forbes' "World's 100 Most Powerful Women".
On this week's Jukebox Republic, the topic on scams and con artists is discussed, with songs hopefully to soothe your soul if you were someone who once got scammed.
On Jukebox Republic, hear the host talk about her first ever to be hospitalized other than giving birth.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, a trip to a tourism factory in Hsinchu that makes rice vermicelli.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin reminsces the last leg of her seven-day trip around Taiwan, with a long stop at the Sanxiantai Bridge in Taitung.
Shirley Lin embarks on the second leg of her unplanned seven-day trip around Taiwan, on Jukebox Republic. This time she is on her second day in Hualien after three days in Yilan.
On Jukebox Republic, the host continues to describe a crazy trip she took with her daughter's in laws. This time they arrived in Hualien for a two night stay.
Shirley Lin recounts her round trip around Taiwan with her daughter's in laws, on Jukebox Republic.
Tune in to Jukebox Republic to hear different versions of songs about "making a round trip around the island".
Have you slacked off about COVID-19 rules for putting the disease under control? Tune in to Jukebox Republic to hear from one who has lowered her defense a little.
On Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin talks about why and how she got a new watch and absolutely loving it.
Hear Shou Zi raps as he makes his way 12 times on to the top 50's charts this past week, on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic, find out why Shirley plays songs about being proud but also about being worried when it comes to her son's future acting career!
On Jukebox Republic, you get to hear about a hiking trip into the mountains in Miaoli County and songs about elation.
This week's Jukebox Republic takes you over mountains and valleys while listening to songs that challenge you to get out of your comfort zone!
James Yang has a law degree and worked in finance for a while before he realized his passion is in music. He said he has to give it a try while he's young, otherwise he'll regret it for life. Tune in to Jukebox Republic to hear his throaty voice and love songs.
Tune in to this week's Jukebox Republic as Shirley Lin talks about her invitation to a lovely cafe/gallery opening and brought her "artistic" friends with her.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, Shirley Lin talks about her possibility of going vegetarian.
The Shihmen Reservoir in Taoyuan not only provides clean water, it also provides leisure and entertainment. How so? Tune in to Jukebox Republic to find out.
What's it like to stay at a big house in Yangming Mountain with 13 people? Hear the story on Jukebox Republic.
This week, Jukebox Republic takes the opportunity to introduce some old classics of Taiwan. What would be some of the most representative ones of Taiwanese pop music? To name off one that’s a household name, among others, would be Ye Lai Xiang which is the Chinese name for evening primrose. It is most well-known sung by the late Teresa Teng, who was Taiwan’s cultural icon and considered as one of the most influential singers in Asia.
Ricky Hsiao is famous Taiwanese singer who's blind. He recently released another single but also challenged himself to star in a musical. Hear his flawless singing on Jukebox Republic.
A fun episode of Jukebox Republic, where actress-turned-singer Ivy Shao and singer-turned-actress Pets Tseng are introduced.
Wu Qing-feng, the frontman of the famous band Sodagreen, released his very first solo album which got raving reviews. Hear his unique voice and his sophisticated lyrics and music, on Jukebox Republic.
Want to hear great jazz singing in Chinese? Then tune in to Jukebox Republic to hear 9m88 (it's not a radio frequency) and learn how she got that name!
Hear how preparing daughter's wedding has been a new experience and fun, on Jukebox Republic.
Talented singer songwriter of Hong Kong, Gloria Tang was on the top of the KKBox music charts for the week. She's from a family of incredible musicians and no wonder, her music is loved by nearly the whole world. Check her out on this week's Jukebox Republic.
This week on Jukebox Republic, you are introduced to the winners of the Best New Artist and Best Male Singer in the Taiwanese language.
Jukebox Republic this week introduces winners of the Best Taiwanese Album, Best Arrangement and Best Mandarin Male Singer.
This week's Jukebox Republic introduces the winners of the Best Song of the Year, the Best Album of the Year, the Best Mandarin Album and the Best Female Mandarin Vocalist from the 2019 Golden Melody Awards.
After 50 years of dreaming and 30 years in Taiwan, DC Rapier of Chicago finally released his first solo album in Taiwan. Have a listen to his rich deep voice on Jukebox Republic.
Ella Chen, a former member of the yet not disbanded hot group S.H.E., is married and has released several solo albums. Hear her charismatic voice on Jukebox Republic.
This week's Jukebox Republic, you get to hear songs from Mayday's third 3D movie which supposedly covers 122 of their live concerts.
Introducing Taiwanese rock band Mayday who made a movie showing moments from 122 concerts they performed, on this week's Jukebox Republic.
Fish Leong is still popular especially among young fans. Hear her everlasting love songs on Jukebox Republic.
Yisa Yu has been a recent newsmaker as the singer of the original soundtrack to a very popular TV drama. Hear her voice on Jukebox Republic.
Eric Chou is young, just 23 but why is he able to write songs that speak the minds of the heartbroken ones? Tune in to Jukebox Republic to find out!
Some young netizens say they've heard of the name Stephanie Sun for a long time but have never heard her songs. Well, here's a good dose for them to enjoy, on Jukebox Republic.
Tune in to this week's Jukebox Republic to hear a feast of wonderful music from Taiwan's Hush and Hong Kong's Joey Yung.
On this week's Jukebox Republic, hear from the host about her trip to the Gold Museum in Jiufen, finally!
Shirley was at her son Charles' first movie debut. In this week's Jukebox Republic, she gives you all the details of the plot and cast because who knows, the movie might never be shown at any theater near you.
Sandy Huang is from Taiwan but fluent in Japanese. She made a music video using Japanese rap to introduce Taiwan to Japanese tourists. The video became viral and now she has made many more other music videos including a company profile. Hear her brainwashing music on Jukebox Republic.
A trip was specially planned and a surprise was meticulously thought out for the wife of a married couple at the famous Sun Moon Lake. Hear songs about happiness and romance on Jukebox Republic.
Eason Chan just can't stop having fun. He loves friends and decided on a group of friends to come together and make more music for L.O.V.E., on Jukebox Republic.
Have you ever had a hard time deciding how to price something for a charity rummage sale? Find out also what a song about "spoils" have to do with an elephant sale on Jukebox Republic.
Bobby Chen doesn't care much about what people think. He just makes music the way he likes it. Hear him out, on Jukebox Republic.
A new year means so much more when you have new things to work with or to look forward to. Tune in to Jukebox Republic to find out what's "new" at RTI.
The last Jukebox Republic of the year features Shirley Lin's favorite artists that she has presented in her music shows for the year 2018. It also includes some artists who have been off the grid for some time and have made a comeback, to Shirley's delight.
Shirley Lin tells her two day trip to Wuling Farm in Taichung of central Taiwan to marvel the foliage and cherry blossom, on Jukebox Republic.
Sit back and enjoy music from A-Do of Singapore whom we haven't heard in 7 years and from Li Ronghao whose voice is definitely one of a kind, on Jukebox Republic.
Enjoy music from Crowd Lu, who won Best Newcomer and Best Leading Actor at this year's Golden Bell Awards, and Vera Yen, who was nominated for Best Leading Actress at the same awards, on Jukebox Republic.
Yannick Barman is a world-class trumpet player from Switzerland and is often on tour in Taiwan. Today you get to hear his perfect works including "Lonely Perfection" and "Carbon" on Jukebox Republic.
The 55th Golden Horse Awards, the Taiwan equivalent of the Oscars, took place on November 17. Enjoy songs from several prominent Taiwanese and Hong Kong singers who performed in between award presentations that evening, on Jukebox Republic.
This week's Jukebox Republic features oldies in Mandarin and English that were performed at a live concert in Taipei.
It's not the first time Moose Light Kingdom visits Taiwan, but this time they're singing all in Chinese, like the creative numbers Hide and Seek, and Chinese version of Tattoo. Groove to their new music, on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin went prepared with a list of songs to sing her heart out at a KTV party put on by RTI, but was she surprised or dismayed? Find out on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin talks about a recent trip to the hot springs in Beitou and what she got out of it with songs inspired by Taiwan's hot springs, on Jukebox Republic.
On Jukebox Republic this week, Shirley Lin brings you on a whirlwind of some of the most relaxing songs you can find in Taiwan.
Shirley Lin plays songs of gratitude for the opportunities in hosting, on Jukebox Republic.
Jukebox Republic this week introduces two new artists Bae Lin of Taiwan and Mao Buyi from China.
Shirley Lin talks about what good friendship means to her, through songs on Jukebox Republic.
David Chen of the Muddy Basin Ramblers was in the studio to talk about his band, their latest album and the Migration Music Festival, on Jukebox Republic.
David Lee's music was part of Shirley Lin's family life when her kids were younger. Hear his fascinating life story and popular songs of the 80s, on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin is going strong on her workout routine, with songs to inspire you to do the same, on Jukebox Republic.
Hear about Shirley Lin's Tainan trip which was way more than a sightseeing weekend, on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin talks about the challenges and memorable moments of a mountain climbing trip with songs about...you guessed it...challenges! On Jukebox Republic.
Andy Goode has been in Taiwan for 13 years and is making it his home. He loves writing and singing his own music, as well as helping others make theirs, on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin introduces the remaining outstanding winners of the Golden Melody awards, including the recipients of the Best Band, Best Music Video, Best Lyricist, and Best Arrangement awards, on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin announces the winners of Best Taiwanese Male Vocalist Award and Special Contribution Award, on Jukebox Republic.
Shirley Lin introduces two winners in the aboriginal language at this year's Golden Melody Awards, on Jukebox Republic.
Tune in to Jukebox Republic to hear wonderful jazz music from Hsu Yu-ying and melodious Taiwanese tunes from Elly Chang.
Lala Hsu and Crowd Lu are two other artists who won two awards each at the Golden Melody Awards this year. Hear their creative music on Jukebox Republic.
Both Hong Kong artist Eason Chen and the Taiwanese group MJ116 were winners at this year's Golden Melody awards. Hear their music on Jukebox Republic.