The Taiwan History Podcast: Formosa Files
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Popeye, Prison, Soy Sauce and Satire: Bo Yang 柏楊 – S5-E17

The Taiwan History Podcast: Formosa Files

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This chapter explores the life and impact of Bo Yang, a notable Taiwanese figure known for his critical views on the island's ruling class. It recounts the bizarre circumstances surrounding his imprisonment over a comic strip, reflecting on the harsh political repression and censorship in Taiwan during martial law.

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