蕭遙遊 Podcast

Name of Podcast: 蕭遙遊 (jyutping: siu1 jiu4 jau4)

What topics are covered: This is a political talk show podcast.

Why is it good to listen?

The main host, 蕭若元 (siu1 je5 jyun4), has years of experience working in the media. He uses his deep knowledge on history, culture, philosophy, politics and economics to dissect pressing political issues, especially those in Hong Kong. This podcast is in a talk show style. The other contributors, Henry – the usual guest host, 蘇浩 (sou1 hou5) – a politician, 趙善軒 (ziu6 sin6 hin1) – a university professor, 林匡正 (lam4 hong1 zeng3) – an award-winning writer, present the show in a conversational style without holding back and listeners can learn about political, economic and government terms.

The podcasts are available here on iTunes.

How often are the podcasts updated? The program is updated every Monday and Thursday.

Length of the podcasts: 90 minutes each.

Description of the podcast:

Each episode mainly covers pressing political and social issues going-on in Hong Kong and worldwide. The contributors also share about social events such as book fairs and activities related to upcoming festivals. The host and other contributors offer different angles on the issues and provide their points of views from their backgrounds of expertise.

This is purely a talk show and there is no sharing of music and the podcasters receive no call from listeners. The hosts play news clips (audio) and/or live recordings from news reporters as they see fit. The whole series is enthusiastic in which listeners will learn about pressing political issues.

Summary:

This Cantonese podcast is recommended if you want to hear commentary on political issues.

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