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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Episoder(126)

Episode 22: Korean Pizza (Food)

Episode 22: Korean Pizza (Food)

This week Jun and Daniel explore the world of chain restaurants. Listen as Daniel recounts his first experience eating a Korean pizza, and the various toppings that he found shocking, while Jun applau...

7 Des 202345min

Episode 21: Korean.Americano. (Culture)

Episode 21: Korean.Americano. (Culture)

This week Jun and Daniel explore the cafe culture that exists in Korea. Rather than invite people into each other’s homes, in Korea it’s much more common to meet at a cafe instead. What are some of th...

30 Nov 202334min

Episode 20: There’s A Korean App For That (Technology)

Episode 20: There’s A Korean App For That (Technology)

This week Jun and Daniel explore the various websites and applications used in Korea compared to America. What are the popular websites and apps across the two countries? Which are the same, and which...

23 Nov 202359min

Episode 19: The Devil Wears Kodak (Fashion)

Episode 19: The Devil Wears Kodak (Fashion)

This week Jun and Daniel take on a topic neither is quite comfortable with: fashion. Daniel has had a growing list of fashion-related questions that he finally gets to discuss. Winter has come in Kore...

16 Nov 202347min

Episode 18: The One With All The 90s References (Media)

Episode 18: The One With All The 90s References (Media)

This week Jun and Daniel wax nostalgic and take a walk down memory lane as they recount various TV shows from their respective childhoods in the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. From children’s cartoons to daytim...

9 Nov 202355min

Episode 17: Hold The Onions (Culture)

Episode 17: Hold The Onions (Culture)

This week Jun and Daniel talk about something in Korean culture that Daniel still really struggles to understand, which is their commitment to obeying the letter of the law with no regard to the spiri...

2 Nov 202344min

Episode 16: The Parasol Grid (Travel)

Episode 16: The Parasol Grid (Travel)

This week Jun and Daniel talk about all things travel. Listen in as Jun and Daniel detail recent trips they’ve made, as well as popular travel destinations for Koreans and Americans. Between Japan and...

26 Okt 202351min

Episode 15: Blue Blooded (Work)

Episode 15: Blue Blooded (Work)

This week Jun and Daniel scratch the surface of a big important topic: working life. Employment in Korea is generally considered for life, and it is nearly impossible to be fired. How does this impact...

19 Okt 202331min

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