From California to Taiwan - Dr. Joey Liu's Cultural Homecoming

Worlds Collide The Podcast about moving abroad

In this enlightening episode of Worlds Collide, host Viktoria engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Joey Liu, a Taiwanese-American who shares her unique journey of moving back to Taiwan after spending most of her life in the United States. Dr. Liu, who was born in Taiwan but relocated to the U.S. at a young age, discusses her return to her homeland and the cultural nuances she encounters as she settles with her family.

Dr. Liu talks about the decision to move to Taiwan, driven by a desire to connect with her roots and ensure her children learn Mandarin and Hakka languages. She shares the challenges and rewards of adapting to life in a smaller Taiwanese city, Pingzhen, and the process of integrating her family into the local culture. The conversation delves into the differences in educational systems, the cultural expectations of parenting, and the unique dynamics of living in a multi-generational household.

Listeners will gain insights into the balancing act of maintaining a professional career while embracing a minimalist lifestyle in Taiwan. Dr. Liu opens up about her transition from a stable career in the U.S. to launching her own online education business, focusing on narrative coaching for professionals worldwide.

Discover the beauty of Taiwan through Dr. Liu’s reflections on the slower pace of life, the connection to nature, and the warmth of community living. The episode also touches on the cultural contrasts her husband experiences, highlighting the blend of modernity and tradition in Taiwanese society.

Here is a link to Dr. Joey Liu's Podcast "everyone needs a story for the campfire" and her website.

For those interested in cultural exploration, family dynamics across borders, and the personal growth that comes with such a transformative journey, this episode offers a wealth of stories and insights. Tune in to hear more about Dr. Joey Liu's experiences and her reflections on living and working in Taiwan.

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Keywords: Taiwan, United States, Expat Life, Moving Abroad, Cultural Adaptation, Bilingual Family, Online Education, Hakka Culture, Mandarin Language, Multi-generational Living, Cultural Differences, Expat Podcast, Integration, Raising Children Abroad, Work-Life Balance, Social Interaction, Family Heritage, Narrative Coaching, International Living

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(00:00) World Collide is the podcast where I talk to people about their experiences abroad

(00:53) Doctor Joey Liu was born in Taiwan and currently lives in Taiwan

(02:55) Your husband said, hey, maybe we moved to Taiwan

(06:44) The decision to move to Taiwan was really centered on our family first

(09:54) You do this remote and your clients are, I guess, in the US

(11:37) Rusty says his kids are completely fluent in Mandarin since moving to Taiwan

(16:59) As you watch political unrest unfold in many areas, Taiwan is no exception

(18:50) I just wanted to ask you if there's still some things that you miss

(22:24) Everything is done by hand and on paper in Taiwan's immigration process

(25:14) I'm confused that you have to write an apology for this incident

(26:17) The hardest thing for me was embodying cultural expectations as a mom

(29:26) Washington mom says her kids' learning has boomed without much pressure

(34:33) Are you planning on visiting the US soon? Yes, actually

(35:15) Dr. Joe Liu has a podcast called everyone needs a campfire

(38:53) Do you know the podcast Taiwanika? Taiwanika talks about cultural differences

(40:12) Most of our friends here are just in the neighborhood

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