Episode 66: Korean News Headlines - August/September 2024 (News)
This week Jun and Daniel discuss some major news headlines from August and September 2024 in Korea. They cover topics including a pilot program bringing Filipino nannies to Korea, the ongoing doctor s...
10 Okt 20241h 2min
Episode 65: Culinary Class Wars Review (Media)
This week Jun and Daniel review the popular Korean Netflix cooking competition show "Culinary Class Wars" (흑백요리사). They discuss the show's format, cultural aspects, and why it has become such a sensat...
3 Okt 20241h 7min
Episode 64: Small Talk feat. Connecting (Culture)
This week Jun and Daniel explore the world of small talk through conversations with random strangers on the Connecting app. Our hosts discuss cultural differences in social interactions between Korea ...
26 Sep 20241h 59min
Episode 63: Kim Family Matters (Names)
This week Jun and Daniel dive into the world of Korean names and family genealogy. Listen as our hosts explore the cultural significance, history, and trends around names in Korea compared to America....
19 Sep 20241h 37min
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
