Meet Me in Taipei

She’s back — a familiar voice you’ve all been missing. A woman who entered the career battlefield early in life, she knows that work is just a part of life, not its definition. She doesn’t let any title define who she truly is, yet she excels in every field she steps into.Managing this podcast channel with Jacqueline has become a guiding light in her life — whether it’s staying close to a best friend or exploring the soft skills she’s still developing. This episode is a must-listen, and that’s the beauty of the WCS Series: we are more than our titles. Why did we create this podcast? What does it mean to us? How have we grown from 2020? Tune in to find out.

Doctors are often the silent backbones of society - through constant understanding and support through grit, determination, and a simple yet complicated dream of making the world a better place. Dr. William is the perfect example; as a chiropractor, he stresses it is not just the occassional crack that relieves patients from pain, it is months and years of really guiding the body in understanding the root causes of pain and to build lifestyles that truly embody what you preach. He also mentors a soccer team, cultivating a community that is built on growth and learning. As a Korean American, the complexities that he faces daily is a sign of strength, honesty, and authenticity, and the best way to share what he's learnt throughout the years is to give back to his community. What does "giving back" mean in his dictionary? How does he balance being a chiropractor and soccer player?

Numbers and phone calls may occupy her every day, but Lauren knows real estate is anything but simple. From high-stakes negotiations to building trust with buyers, she navigates the industry with sharp skill and steady discipline. Off the clock, that same precision transforms into artistry in the kitchen - where her dishes easily represents the ones served at fine dining restaurants, yet still embodies the aroma and dedication from home-cooked dishes.

He is not your average Technical Program Manager - running plays on the basketball court and running the show in a high-stakes team meeting. From managing tight timelines to facilitating operations, he’s got it all covered. Striving between strategy and execution - What tools does he rely on? What kind of "wtf" moments does he surprise us with? And what are the things that make us say, “We listen, but we don’t judge”? He keeps us on our toes - literally. Tune in and discover what Wayland has in store for us today!

In a world where "AI" gets thrown around constantly, what does it really mean for those working in tech? What are the moments at work that actually feel fun—or genuinely rewarding? The idea of a “Cat in a Black Box” feels strangely fitting for engineers: so much of what they build is unseen, uncertain, until it’s opened. Amid hectic days, she finds joy in dancing K-pop and hip-hop—movements that become more than just choreography. A dance instructor for over four years, she leads with quiet confidence behind the scenes, while holding onto a traditional Korean mindset she hopes never fades.

Where does a thought go? An idea? A drop of inspiration? What does home mean for different people? What defines a sense of belonging? Again and again, time after time, she explored within herself and embraced what she loved the most: giving people a sense of what home is. She knew it was the right decision to transform herself from a generalist, to a specialist. Aside from her work, she shares her experiences of being Taiwanese American in Southern California, blending culture, identity, and creativity into every corner she encounters.

PR & HR, same letters from with a widely different team and career direction. What goes behind the scenes in selecting a candidate? How do corporate HR balance her lifestyle? And what is PR exactly? How does she deal with tricky messages and viral-worthy campaigns? The twins navigate through life from creating an amazing social media account that projected their dreams into reality. As two Singaporean Taiwanese, culture is an facet of life that they comb through all the time. But at the same time, what's home to them?

Most people shy away from starting anew, but some people are built to take the leap. What are some of the qualities a leader should embody to build an empire of her own? What were the sacrifices? What were the losses and wins? What distinguishes passion and responsibility? As a Taiwanese American, she holds her grit dearly, it's a part of her life. This is how one petal transforms into a blossoming tree.

Pressing a wrong button or injecting the wrong dosage of medicine might blur the patient's life. From tagging along with his seniors to now handling patients on his own, what does it take? What are the challenges? What are some cautions in life? Is it just the hustle and bustle, or are there moments in time where he thinks it's all worth it? Under high pressure, he finds joy in volunteering at a dog shelter with no pay, yet just a boost of serotonin. This Korean American has it differently. What's the culture shock he's experienced?

When do classical music and data walk hand in hand? For today’s guest, everything. In this episode, she shares how being a musician and a data scientist has shaped her, and opens up about how the persistence and heart of Taiwanese culture have helped shape who she is today.A story about resilience, creativity, and finding your voice - onstage, online, and off.