Taipei Broadcasting Station

On August 17, the Chinese Journalists Association hosted the “2024 Cultural and Creative Industry Reporting Award” (CCIR Award) Ceremony, where host Chih-Ping Wan of the Taipei Broadcasting Station was honored with the Radio News Reporting Award for the program Listening, Wandering – Urban Soundscape Artists. The program, which explores the diverse sounds of the city, stood out as one of the most notable entries this year.

According to the Taipei Broadcasting Station (TBS) highlighted that the Listening, Wandering program aims to guide listeners in exploring every corner of the city through sound, uncovering the “hidden art of sound.” Sound is an essential part of everyday life, yet it is often overlooked. The program shares the stories and profound emotions behind these sounds, helping listeners connect with them and further promoting the development of sound performance art, transforming the city’s auditory landscape into meaningful cultural heritage.

Program host Chih-Ping Wan noted that the uniqueness of Listening, Wandering lies in its emphasis on sound performance art and its demonstration of how sound can become a key element of the cultural and creative industries. She expressed her gratitude for the support and recognition from both the audience and the CCIR Award’s judging panel. Listening, Wandering covers a range of content, including street performances, live concerts, and the works of sound artists. Looking ahead, the program aspires to continue exploring the world of sound, bringing more beautiful and unique auditory experiences to its audience, and uncovering the endless creativity and joy that sound can bring to life.

TBS Station Director Shao-Chien Hu added that this prestigious award adds to the station’s string of successes this year, following its wins at the international Gracie Awards and the Taiwan Pharmaceutical Reporting Awards. In recent years, the station has focused on producing a diverse array of programs, and through Listening, Wandering, it aims to help listeners rediscover the unique charm of sound in everyday life. The program also seeks to raise awareness of the impact and appeal of the sound culture industry within the city.

Listening, Wandering continues to air every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on FM93.1 and AM1134. It is also available on-demand through the “T Radio” internet radio platform (https://tradio.gov.taipei/), where listeners can access a variety of TBS programs. For more information, visit the “Taipei Broadcasting Station” Facebook fan page (https://www.facebook.com/FM93.1AM1134).

TBS Program Host Chih-Ping Wan was honored with the Radio News Reporting Award of the 2024 CCIR Award for her work on Listening, Wandering – Urban Soundscape Artists

TBS Program Host Chih-Ping Wan was presented with the 2024 CCIR Award for her work on the Listening, Wandering radio program at the Department for Youth, Taipei City Government.

TBS’s Listening, Wandering was recognized for its reporting on the economic value and cultural significance of sound performance art.

TBS won the 2024 CCIR Award for the radio program Listening, Wandering.