Episode 62: Density of Water (Daily Life)
This week Jun and Daniel dedicate another episode to run through Daniel’s constantly growing and evolving list of notes on daily life in Korea. Our hosts tackle a 짬뽕 (hodgepodge) of topics ranging fro...
12 Sep 20241h 14min
Episode 61: Lucky Vicky (Trends)
This week Jun and Daniel dive into the latest trends sweeping across Korea. From viral language catchphrases to K-pop sensations, luxury athleisure wear to running crews, and electric vehicles to tren...
5 Sep 20241h 31min
Episode 60: 2024 Paris Olympics (Sports)
This week Jun and Daniel discuss the 2024 Paris Olympics. They cover highlights from Korea's performance, memorable moments, and reflect on famous Korean Olympians throughout history. The hosts also e...
29 Aug 20241h 27min
Episode 59: Exhuma Movie Review and Shamanism (Media)
This week Jun and Daniel discuss Korean shamanism and occult practices through a review of the popular Korean movie "Exhuma" (or "파묘" in Korean). How integrated is shamanism in modern Korean society? ...
22 Aug 20241h 23min
Episode 58: Korean News Headlines - July 2024 (News)
This week Jun and Daniel discuss some notable news headlines from July 2024. What led to the scandal surrounding popular mukbang YouTuber Tzuyang, and what does it reveal about Korea's entertainment i...
15 Aug 20241h 33min
Episode 57: US Trip Recap (Reflections)
This week Daniel shares his reflections after spending a month back in the United States with his family. Listen in as Daniel and Jun discuss the stark differences between life in Korea versus America...
8 Aug 20241h 27min
Episode 56: Keeping Up With The Kimses (Parenting)
This week Jun and Daniel are joined by special guests Young and Grace to discuss parenting in Korea vs. America. How does the Korean postpartum care system differ from the U.S.? What level of independ...
1 Aug 20242h 3min
Episode 55: E-sports and Gaming (Culture)
This week Jun and Daniel discuss E-sports and gaming culture with a friend of the show and professional gaming coach, Wizard Hyeong. Korea is famously known as the birthplace of Esports, where the Kor...
25 Jul 20241h 53min
