The Taiwan History Podcast: Formosa Files
WELCOME TO THE PODCAST! - The "White Formosan" - S1-E1
Oct 31, 2023
The podcast explores the captivating story of a man who claimed to be from Formosa despite being white, delving into his travels, evidence, and religious context. They also discuss Isaac Newton's beliefs, Salman's trial, early European presence in Taiwan, and the life and literary connections of Selmanazar.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
A Man's False Identity: From Japan to Formosa
01:57 • 12min
Challenging the Traditional Narrative and Isaac Newton's Beliefs
14:01 • 2min
Salman's Trial and the Unraveling
15:35 • 4min
Early European Presence and the Stranded Portuguese Ship
19:32 • 2min
Life outcomes of Selmanazar and literary connections
21:39 • 3min