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The Hakka Time Traveler's Guide for Dummies: How to Survive the 228 Incident

The podcast discusses the 228 Incident, a significant event in Taiwanese history, while also incorporating humor and Hakka-themed jokes. The host highlights the importance of language awareness and appreciation, pays tribute to Du Pan Fangge's contribution to Hakka literature and culture, and expresses optimism about the future. The podcast also touches on the concept of time travel and the humor that comes with it. The overall message encourages progress, harmony, and the power of laughter to bring people together.

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Hakka Pitch Perfect vs. Hakka-Pella: Silly Shenanigans with J.

The podcast discusses the performance of the National Hakka Children's Choir at the Weiwuying and the idea of creating a Hakka version of "Pitch Perfect" called "Hakka Pitch Perfect" or "Hakka-Pella." The host shares his admiration for the talented kids, their conductor, and the impressive venue. He also touches on the obsession with being number one and the importance of striving to be better without defining our worth as individuals.

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From Kaohsiung to Hakkawarts: The Magic of Hakka-racadabra

The podcast "From Kaohsiung to Hakkawarts: The Magic of Hakka-racadabra" discusses an event that recently took place in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, celebrating Hakka cuisine and culture. The host shares his funny observations on the event, including the popularity of rice dishes and the possibility of a secret school of rice cooking called Hakkawarts. The podcast encourages collaborative efforts to promote and preserve Hakka culture, and suggests developing signature Hakka dishes and even starting a secret society dedicated to all things Hakka. The podcast aims to entertain while highlighting the richness and diversity of Hakka culture.

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From Father Tongue to Grandma Tongue: A Recap of the Mother Tongue Family Life Festival

This YouTube podcast episode recaps the first Mother Tongue Family Life Festival in Taipei, Taiwan. The festival celebrated native languages and science education with 30 booths showcasing different local languages, complete with games and shows. The festival also had fun exhibitions demonstrating sound waves, with volunteers on hand to explain science using local languages. The episode discusses the importance of respecting and celebrating all languages and cultures, passing them down to future generations like an heirloom or a really great recipe. The host shares some humorous anecdotes about language and family dynamics. The episode ends with a call to celebrate language, culture, and the power of learning something new.

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Hakka-la-Vista, Mr. Xu! R.I.P to a Hakka Legend

The "Hakka-la-Vista, Mr. Xu!" podcast pays tribute to the late Hakka legend, Mr. Xu Zhijun, who passed away on January 31st, 2023, at 56. The podcast highlights Mr. Xu's exceptional contributions to Hakka culture as the Best Hakka Host and a creative master of ceremonies for Hakka events. The podcast also features Mr. Xu's innovative ideas for promoting Hakka culture, such as the blue 5G live broadcasting vehicle, which can turn into a fully-equipped broadcasting studio on wheels. The podcast further discusses Mr. Xu's advocacy for youth rights and gender equality. It encourages listeners to honor his legacy by striving to make the world a better place. The podcast is lively, engaging, and humorous, promoting Hakka culture and its unique characteristics.

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The Power of Snacks and Culture: Tainan's Potential as a Hakka Hub

This podcast episode celebrates the recent National Hakka Teaching Excellence Award received by Xie Minglin, a Tainan Xinshi Primary School teacher. The host highlights Xie's dedication to promoting and preserving Hakka culture, even after retirement, and discusses how Tainan's unique blend of Hakka culture and world-famous snacks could make it a new hub for Hakka culture. The episode also jokingly suggests offering free snacks or even kidnapping Hakka chefs to increase the Hakka population in Tainan. The overall tone of the podcast is light-hearted and celebratory, emphasizing the importance of preserving and promoting Hakka culture in unique ways.

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From Snack Time to TED Time: The Secret Mission Impossible of Hakka Kindergarteners!

In this episode, we'll explore the fascinating world of Hakka language learning among kindergarteners in Taiwan. We'll talk about the Zhongxing Elementary School Affiliated Kindergarten in Tongluo Township, the first public kindergarten in Miaoli County to go all-in with Hakka teaching, and how they're paving the way for other schools to follow in their footsteps. We'll discuss the immersive learning environment the kindergarten has created for its students and how the County Magistrate, Zhong Dongjin, inspires these tiny language ambassadors to speak Hakka both in and out of classes. Finally, we'll imagine the exciting possibilities of these little linguistic prodigies becoming secret agents on the playground, communicating in Hakka while trading snacks at lunchtime, and perhaps even giving TED Talks in Hakka one day! So, fasten your seatbelts and ride into the new world of minority national languages!

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Hakka-lujah! Hakka Emojis and Harry Potter's Spells.

This podcast episode focuses on the recent release of Hakka emojis by the Hakka Affairs Council in collaboration with the LINE communication program. Listeners are introduced to the significance of the number 8 in Hakka culture and how this led to creation of a set of 188 emojis to bring good fortune to users. The episode discusses the council's plans to make it easy to input Hakka characters on digital devices, including mobile phones, to promote the Hakka language and culture among younger generations. The episode also touches on the potential for linguistic creativity using these new Hakka emojis and input methods. The episode ends with some humorous takes on how Harry Potter spells could be transformed into Hakka spells and a reminder to keep the conversations spicy and the Hakka game strong.

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