Korean. American. Podcast

Korean. American. Podcast

How does modern day Korea compare to America? Join co-hosts Daniel and Jun every week as they explore a topic and discuss it from both the American and Korean perspective. If you're looking to learn more about Korean society and culture, are a part of the Korean diaspora and curious how Korea has changed since you, your parents, or your grandparents left, or are simply interested in broadening your personal worldview and perspective, then we hope you'll listen in and join us on this journey!

Host Bios
Daniel, a Korean American in his 30s, was born and raised in the US, having lived in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and California. During the pandemic, realizing that time is precious, he moved with his wife and young children to Korea in 2021 to help them connect with their cultural heritage and to expand their global cultural awareness. He has a background in software engineering, works as an investor, and enjoys basketball and gaming.

Jun, a native Korean in his 30s, was born in Daegu, where he also spent his childhood years. After moving to Seoul for college, he went to the US (Boston) for grad school, but returned to Seoul after and has lived there ever since. He has a background in architecture, works as a product designer, makes ice cream, and is a drummer in a band.

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Episode 30: Petiquette (Pets)

Episode 30: Petiquette (Pets)

This week Jun and Daniel discuss our favorite furry friends, and explore the differences between pet culture in Korea and America. Our hosts discuss their experience with having or interacting with pe...

1 Helmi 202441min

Episode 29: Reply 1975 (Culture)

Episode 29: Reply 1975 (Culture)

This week Jun and Daniel discuss how Daniel’s understanding of Korean culture growing up has changed significantly compared to modern day Korea. Topics range from language, to the fear of North Korea ...

25 Tammi 202445min

Episode 28: Extreme Decision (Culture)

Episode 28: Extreme Decision (Culture)

This week Jun and Daniel discuss the very heavy topic of suicide. While Daniel has known for a while that Korean society has a problem with suicide, with the highest rest of suicides within the OECD n...

18 Tammi 202440min

Episode 27: Did You Eat? (Language)

Episode 27: Did You Eat? (Language)

This week Jun and Daniel discuss the Korean language in all of its beautiful and confusing glory. Specifically, Daniel brings up the topic of how it is very indirect and how he struggles with that as ...

11 Tammi 202431min

Episode 26: Of Plums and Peach Trees (Holidays)

Episode 26: Of Plums and Peach Trees (Holidays)

This week Jun and Daniel kick off 2024 with a discussion about how Koreans celebrate the New Year. Listen in as our hosts compare new year’s traditions in Korea and America. Do Koreans celebrate Janua...

4 Tammi 20241h 5min

Episode 25: 2023 Year End Wrap Up “SSAMary” (Podcast)

Episode 25: 2023 Year End Wrap Up “SSAMary” (Podcast)

This week Jun and Daniel wrap (“ssam”) up the year with thoughts and reflections from their first year of doing this podcast. Despite the focus on talking about the podcast itself, our hosts still tou...

28 Joulu 202343min

Episode 24: Dork With Strengths (Language)

Episode 24: Dork With Strengths (Language)

This week Jun and Daniel take a journey into millennial slang of their respective countries. Listen in on this light-hearted conversation as our hosts attempt to guess the meaning of modern slang word...

21 Joulu 202333min

Episode 23: A Drinking Occasion (Food and Drinks)

Episode 23: A Drinking Occasion (Food and Drinks)

This week Jun and Daniel dive into the soju, beer, and all things drinking culture. Listen as our hosts recount some of their experiences with alcohol in Korea. Do Koreans really drink as frequently a...

14 Joulu 20231h 15min

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