Everything About Anything

In this episode, the trio kicks off the new theme format with the first topic - Cross-strait relations: Taiwan and the World . Adrian gives an analytical view of how outsiders see the China-Taiwan situation and the influence of biased narratives from international media outlets on the issue. The conversation also touched on the age-old question of identity and its role in Taiwanese politics before...

In this episode, Adrian, Evan, and Roddy welcome a special guest, Kun, a civil engineering student at NTU. He recounts his personal journey to Taiwan, marked by visa rejections, the threat of conscription in Myanmar, and eventual support from Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Kun talks about the corruption and instability in his home country, while also pointing out the danger of rising anti-C...

In this episode, Roddy and Adrian talk about the frustration and challenges associated with people's unwillingness to take responsibility. They also discuss why their generation is very commonly accused of instinctively criticising institutions instead of themselves.

In this episode, Evan, Adrian, and Roddy discuss exhaustion, underpaid student labour, and the toll of organising passion-driven events. They also explore whether extroverts have an advantage in modern society, debating how personality affects professional and social outcomes across cultures and industries.

In this episode, Adrian and Evan discuss the realisations they have had. They talk about the positions they have previously taken but later changed, the things they thought they would never agree with, and things others kept trying to convince them yet it took years before they understood.

Join Adrian and Evan as they talk about low interest rate policy, the overly competitive students in medical school, and more. *Note: This is NOT a regular EAA episode but a backup plan if the hosts' schedules get overwhelmed. The pre-recorded session is thus not in chronological order in relation to regular episodes.

Join Adrian and Evan as they talk about their completion of the freshman year of college, World Happiness Report 2025, and more. *Note: This is NOT a regular EAA episode but a backup plan if the hosts' schedules get overwhelmed. The pre-recorded session is thus not in chronological order in relation to regular episodes.

In this episode, the trio discuss the value of preserving and respecting traditions, the different approach by conservatives when making changes, how green energy is difficult in Taiwan, and more.

In this episode, the trio discuss the definition of the Woke Left. Adrian introduces his observation that links the obsession with identity politics with the difficulty in the pursuit of economic equality since the end of the Cold War.

In this episode, the trio discuss Gen Z's tendency to switch positions and opinions. The conversation also stretches into the realm of why their generation is despised by previous ones.

In this episode, the trio discuss the purpose and value of education and why students nowadays may be let down.

In this episode, the trio discuss Rodrik's Trilemma and globalization. Interestingly, each of them takes different stances.

Join the trio as they talk about exams and irrelevant courses in college and teaching/tutoring. *Note: This is NOT a regular EAA episode but a backup plan if the hosts' schedules get overwhelmed. The pre-recorded session is thus not in chronological order in relation to regular episodes.

In this episode, the trio discusses the obsession with equal representation in the entertainment industry and the wider cultural phenomenon that has made more and more people dissent the Left.

In this episode, the trio discuss the value of extracurricular activities and what the general purpose of modern education should be.

In this episode, the trio talk about art: they give their takes on literature, music, and fashion.

In this episode, the trio discuss red flags in different scenarios. They also touched on the recent blunt actions of US President Donald Trump.

In this episode, the trio discuss the phenomenon of involution. They also talk about the types of students in a classroom.

In this episode, the trio discuss freedom and responsibility. They talk about why this generation seems to emphasize the former but not the latter and the numerous reasons for the laid-back attitude.

In this episode, the trio discusses music. They mention the genre of music of their taste, the phenomenon of tribalism and cancel culture in regard to music.

In this episode, the trio discuss the recent developments of artificial intelligence. They talk about the application of the technology in academic settings, how educational institutions and personnel should react, and how its potential could be harnessed better.

In this episode, Adrian, Roddy, and Evan discuss the numerous policies of the second Trump administration so far and how scooters are a hazard to Taiwanese traffic. They also address how they would like to conduct the podcast in the future.

In this episode, Roddy, Evan, and Adrian review 2024 and look ahead to 2025. They also talk about the notable events that caught the attention of the world and the island.

Join the trio as they wrap up 2024 and look ahead to 2025. On the special occasion, Adrian, Evan, and Roddy continue the precedence set by S1E100 and each prepares 25 Kahoot questions for the others.   Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DqUT9vmhXo0 From the hosts: 2024 has been a unique time for all of us at Everything About Anything. Returning from dealing with college admission hassl...

In this episode, Adrian, Evan, and Roddy discuss society's view on death. They explore the paradoxical aspects of the concept of death and why society's view of it has changed over time. They also banter about the Christmas holiday season and talk about the upcoming Chinese New Year.