The best podcast about the history of Taiwan

Educational and entertaining.

"I really enjoy the show and I’m working through the back catalogue. Great audio, quality, educational and entertaining, the witty banter, never goes too far astray from the topic."

I've started from the beginning!

"Just wanted to say that I've only been listening to the Podcast for about the last 2 or so years. Great stuff. I've re-started (or should I say started from the beginning) to listen to Formosa Fil…"

Fascinating and fun pod!

"I stumbled across this show and it’s a gem for those interested in everything about Taiwan. The hosts do a great job of bringing the country’s intriguing history to life."

Bringing Taiwanese history to your earphones: The Formosa Files podcast

"The Formosa Files podcast is a highly accessible yet in-depth look at key events over the past 400 years, presented by John Ross and Eryk Michael Smith. The division of air-time is roughly equal. Oft…"

Outstanding podcast!

"As informative as it is entertaining, been following it for more than a year, way before I came to live and study in Taiwan. Awesome podcast, great work!!!"

Ugh…

"I had been enjoying the weekly treat to interesting, sometimes delightful stories from Taiwan’s past. If I wanted to listen to American war propaganda, I would have tuned into one of those from US be…"

Best and only English podcast about Taiwan's real history

"This podcast is highly entertaining and probably most accurate about Taiwan's history before the year 2000. If you are interested in Taiwan or living in Taiwan, it is a weekly must to listen."

Informative and entertaining

"A great source of Taiwan history for English speakers. The hosts have a great rapport and keep the storytelling interesting. Great job with the research and broader historical context , too, that are…"

Ecliptic History at its Best

"Looking for a better understanding of Taiwan as an English speaker who sees it in the news but is otherwise ignorant… this podcast is for you! Looking to understand history not just as a narrative b…"

Great podcast

"Please keep up the great work"

Taiwanese spymaster, 'murder of century,' Nixon groveling to Mao, and more from Formosa Files Formosa Files co-founder shares popular stories told on the Taiwan historical podcast

"In an interview on June 1, Smith, who is also the ICRT Southern correspondent, talked about the inspiration for the show and its very first episode about a fake Formosan. He also shared excerpts of t…"

The best English podcast about Taiwan history

"In order to prepare for my long-planned trip to Taiwan I tried to find relevant materials regarding Taiwan history both in written and audio forms. Luckily came cross this podcast in time! It provi…"

Linda Gail Arrigo interview was fantastic!

"Hi, how can I obtain your unedited full length Linda Gail Arrigo interview? zanardi50@yahoo.com Thanks!"

Thank You for this fantastic podcast!

"What a wonderful podcast about Taiwan's history, culture and more! Love how informative yet entertaining all the episodes are, discussing the various topics about Taiwan in a very enjoyable way. Wh…"

Wonderfully informative!

"This is a well researched podcast on the history of Formosa which is present day Taiwan. Covering over 300 years of the island’s history, it is wide ranging in its scope and for someone who is Taiwan…"

Amazing podcast! Very entertaining.

"This is THE podcast I listen to in my car while commuting to work daily. It teaches us about history and interesting facts about the island of Taiwan in a casual and fun way. Both hosts are very know…"

Insightful and well written podcasts on Taiwan-related history

"I like all the podcasts I've listened to...This one is interested me because I didn't know that CKS, and the US for that matter, were so keen to forment a rebellion in Tibet 1959-60. Fascinating."

Fascinating

"I almost can’t believe this podcast exists — it’s the only English-language show I’ve encountered that covers this material, and it’s good to boot! Listening to the Formosa Files has added depth and …"

A Thorough Historical Look INTO Taiwan

"I love this podcast! I love Taiwan and I really want to live there but until I can, I really feel like John, Eryk and I are meeting for coffee (well they'd prob have beer!) and are friends of mine w…"

Love your podcast

"謝謝這邊提供一個英文窗口讓全世界認識台灣，也認識台灣歷史！"

Excellent history of a famous movuec

"Great fantastic, very detailed history! Thanks"

Interesting Taiwan History

"This podcast is one of the most enjoyable ways to learn Taiwan history. The topics are varied and the hosts have a chemistry that keeps things moving along. You'll never be bored and it's amazing how…"

Outstanding podcast!

"As informative as it is entertaining, been following it for more than a year, way before I came to live and study in Taiwan. Awesome podcast, great work!!!"

Amazing achievements of Taiwanese that I had no idea of

"Excellent, vivid, in-depth, well researched."

Excellent program

"“Formosa Files” is well-done, informative, and consistently fascinating"

Interesting Taiwan History

"This podcast is one of the most enjoyable ways to learn Taiwan history. The topics are varied and the hosts have a chemistry that keeps things moving along. You'll never be bored and it's amazing how…"

Excellent podcast.

"Speakers and topics are terrific."

My go-to podcast on Taiwan

"This is now my go-to podcast on both the history of and current happenings in Taiwan. I listen to each episode with great interest, and used it to plan my travels in Taiwan this past November 2023. I…"

Appreciation of Formosa Files podcast

"I have listened to the podcast for several years and learned a lot about Taiwan history. I look forward to each episode and enjoy them greatly. Thank you."

A big Thank You

"Really appreciate your efforts to tell us so many untold stories about my homeland, every episode I listened to so far is jaw dropping moments to know more about the hidden history of the island. In…"

Great show

"Really enjoy this podcast and the range of the topics in particular. It’s nice to learn about Taiwanese history beyond solely the other side. The interviews are especially interesting."

Great show

"I backpacked around Taiwan for a month and this show was great in helping me learn about Taiwan before my trip. The fact that it is in both English and mandarin is so great. I really appreciate this …"

Enjoyable Taiwanese History

"Hosts Erik Michael Smith and John Ross are longtime residents of Taiwan. Although Taiwan is often in the headlines, especially now, few Americans know much about its history and its relationship to m…"

Why 119 in Taiwan?

"Just listened to show number CH14 on “numbers in Taiwan”. I haven’t verified this but your query on why 119 is used in Taiwan instead of 911 like in the US. As your show had pointed out on many occas…"

Best Podcast on Taiwan

"Great hosts who know their subject well. Interesting, informative, and history worth learning."

I absolutely love listening to Eryk and John's educational talks about Taiwan and its rich history

"After living and working here for almost a decade, the podcast has been an invaluable resource. Formosa Files has given me a deeper understanding of the culture, language, and many of the lesser-kno…"

Excellent Show

"Very informative. Love listening to the shows."

Amazing

"Read the title"

Interesting Taiwan History

"This podcast is one of the most enjoyable ways to learn Taiwan history. The topics are varied and the hosts have a chemistry that keeps things moving along. You'll never be bored and it's amazing how…"

👍

"Who knew history was so interesting ❤️‍🔥"

Interesting but bumpy

"These are interesting pieces of history but the scripts and delivery by the hosts are rough. Would also be great if subject matter experts could be brought in from time to time for freeform interview…"