Culture

Joseph Rosendo's Steppin' Out

A new 8-episode travel series created by 6-time national Emmy-winning host, director and writer Joseph Rosendo, showcasing the world’s most picturesque and ethnically rich destinations and the people that make our naturally wondrous and culturally diverse planet a better place to live.

Taiwan: North Eastern Corridor and Yilan Wonders

26m 46s

Joseph explores Taiwan's Northeast & Yilan Coast National Scenic Area, hiking the Caoling Historic Trail, planting rice at Toucheng Leisure Farm, riding an e-bike through the Old Caoling Tunnel, and making traditional noodles. From Yilan's morning market to its traditional opera and puppet theatre, he immerses himself in the local culture and guides viewers along the way.

Episodes

  • Taiwan: North Eastern Corridor and Yilan Wonders: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Taiwan: North Eastern Corridor and Yilan Wonders

    S2 E204 - 26m 46s

    Joseph explores Taiwan's Northeast & Yilan Coast National Scenic Area, hiking the Caoling Historic Trail, planting rice at Toucheng Leisure Farm, riding an e-bike through the Old Caoling Tunnel, and making traditional noodles. From Yilan's morning market to its traditional opera and puppet theatre, he immerses himself in the local culture and guides viewers along the way.

  • Cuba: A Journey of Heritage and Heart: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Cuba: A Journey of Heritage and Heart

    S2 E203 - 26m 46s

    From Havana to Viñales, Joseph returns to his grandparents' homeland in Cuba. It's a heartfelt homecoming as he dives into the vibrant culture of his family's past. He enjoys an electrifying dance performance, hand rolls cigars at a finca, learns about maintaining vintage cars, bakes bread in Old Havana, and is filled with emotion to find a cathedral dedicated to Saint Rosendo.

  • Malaysia – A Tapestry of Riches: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Malaysia – A Tapestry of Riches

    S2 E202 - 26m 46s

    Joseph revels in the rich tapestry of Malaysia as he swims with turtles on Redang Island, learns traditional Batik printing, discovers truths at the Crystal Mosque, and makes Roti Canai at a roadside stand. From singing with indigenous children at Royal Belum National Park to exploring Kuala Lumpur by Vespa, Joseph experiences the nation's vibrant markets, high-rise luxury, and inviting people.

  • Iceland – Summer Solstice and Epic Nature: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Iceland – Summer Solstice and Epic Nature

    S2 E201 - 26m 46s

    On a grand tour of Iceland, Joseph celebrates Summer Solstice with colorful puffins on Grímsey Island, marches in Reykjavik's National Day parade, helicopters over an erupting volcano, and descends 400 feet into a dormant one. Along with glaciers, geysers, waterfalls, and iconic black beaches, he reveals the beauty and cultural richness of Iceland’s people.

Schedule

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