All Things K

Follow All Things K
Share on
Copy link to clipboard

If you're a fan of K-pop, K-drama, K-culture, K-style, K-beauty, K-food or anything and everything Korea, then this is the show for you. Filipino-Korean couple Kring Kim and Jimmy Kim talk about different aspects of Hallyu (the Korean wave) from the perspective of a Pinay fangirl and her Korean husband.

Kring Kim and ANIMA Podcasts


    • Jul 19, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 49m AVG DURATION
    • 45 EPISODES


    Search for episodes from All Things K with a specific topic:

    Latest episodes from All Things K

    The Korean Educational System

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 34:18


    There have been many K-dramas and K-movies in school settings but have you ever wondered what it's really like to study in a Korean school? Our favorite Filipino-Korean couple, the Krimmy Couple, get into the details of the Korean educational system from Daycare to High School: school-provided lunch, private cram schools, and even popular high schools for aspiring K-pop idols. Another very informative and a must-listen episode for all those who want to know more about this side of Korea. All Things K is a Globe Studios Podcast.

    K-Pop Member Positions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 34:49


    What's the difference between a "Main" and a "Lead," and how can one be considered the "Center" of a group? What is the "deok-hu" position? Your favorite Filipino-Korean couple, Jimmy and Kring get into the details of the various member positions of your favorite K-pop idol groups.

    Underrated K-Drama Recommendations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 33:17


    There are so many great K-Dramas who don't get as much hype as the more mainstream ones so our favorite Filipino-Korean couple, Jimmy and Kring are here to recommend five underrated K-Dramas that they deem are must-watches! It's a perfect time for you to explore different genres and find out the hidden gems to spice up your K-Drama fan journey.

    K-Pop Idol-Actors

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 54:22


    They first started out as K-pop idols, dancing and singing their way into our hearts. Eventually, big acting breaks came knocking, making us fall in love with them again - but this time as idol actors and actresses. Listen to Jimmy, Kring , and special guest Kristel Fulgar, spazz about some of the most popular idol-actors like Taecyeon, D.O, Cha Eun-woo, YoonA, and many more. All Things K is a Globe Studios Podcast.

    Summer in Korea

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 34:25


    Your favorite Filipino-Korean couple is back!! Jimmy and Kring Kim talk about how Koeans spend their summer - which happens every year from June to August - and what you can expect when you visit there during that time. It's all about waterparks, the surprisingly really hot weather, and everyone's favorite bingsoo!

    Foreign K-pop Idols

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 36:16


    Since the 2000s, K-pop entertainment agencies have been recruiting non-Korean talents to become part of K-pop groups -- from Hangeng of Super Junior, to the Japanese line of Twice, to Thai rapper/dancer Lisa of BlackPink. Let's talk about some of our fave foreign K-pop idols and how they've helped K-pop become more global.

    K-Drama Oppas We Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 58:25


    Lee Min-ho, Song Joong-ki, Kim Soo-hyun, Gong Yoo - they are some of the hottest drama idols in Korea who have also captured the hearts of Filipinos. It's a 1 hour kilig sesh that's all about the biggest K-Drama oppas with our special guest, fashion stylist and K-drama enthusiast, Jhelo Cristobal!

    K-Pop Legendary Girl Groups

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 62:04


    Spotlight on the legendary K-pop girl groups from 2nd gen onwards like SNSD, 2NE1, Blackpink, Red Velvet, and more! With a special guest, who's a hard stan of K-pop girl groups, yanihatesu!

    Superstitions in Korea

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 35:36


    They're baaack! Kring and Jimmy talk about the most common superstitions in Korea, some of which are still widely believed while others are now followed just for fun. Another informative episode from your favorite Filipino Korean couple.

    Love in Korea (A Valentine's Day Special)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2021 41:46


    It's the love month! How do Koreans celebrate the day of hearts and why is the 14th of every month important? Also, Jimmy and Kring give recommendations on the K-dramas and K-films that will surely tickle your fancy this Valentine season.

    All About the Money: K-Drama Product Placements

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 40:50


    When you watch popular K-Dramas, you'll probably notice the many products and brands that the characters use or purchase. Product placements have become so prevalent in K-dramas in the last decade that Korean and international viewers have also become familiar with these brands -- which has resulted in the increase of sales and helped in the spread of Hallyu. Ka-ching!

    K-Pop 4th Generation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2021 50:34


    Jimmy and Kring take you on a deep dive into K-pop's 4th generation - the era we are currently in right now. What are its distinct characteristics compared to the previous generations? Which groups are leading the way? What can we expect in the next few years? Buckle up and let's talk K-pop!

    Annyeonghaseyo from All Things K!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 0:26


    K-Drama Shows

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 60:37


    K-Dramas have been on top of television and streaming sites for a couple of years now but the lockdown and the pandemic definitely took its popularity to a whole new level. Today's episode is about all things K-drama— its evolution in the Philippines, some trivia about the shows, our recommended titles and more. If you're a K-drama addict, this one's for you!

    Korea is the Best (In These Things)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2021 59:16


    BTS, Faker, Bong Joon-ho, and Son Heung-min. The current top names in the fields of pop music, e-sports, film, and soccer all happen to be Koreans! Yup, Koreans seem to be dominating the world right now beyond just pop culture. Check out this new and very informative episode by our favorite Filipino-Korea couple!

    Blackpink is The Revolution

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2021 51:02


    They are the biggest-selling female K-pop act in history who is a household name not only in Asia but in many parts of the world. We are joined by a special guest BLINK, Ella Cruz, to discuss all things BLACKPINK - stuff from Light up the Sky, training, industry expectations, die-hard fans, and more!

    2020 Year-End Rundown

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 35:44


    Your favorite Filipino-Korean couple, Jimmy and Kring do a rundown on all the things that made an impact this 2020 -- and a lot of it involved Korean entertainment: BTS hitting #1 on Billboard, Parasite sweeping major awards, and K-Dramas going mainstream in the Philippines.

    Evolution of K-Pop - 1st Gen to 4th Gen

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 60:02


    K-pop as we know it now is a product of over 25 years of Korean music and entertainment evolution. We chat with 3 fans who've been part of the fandom from the 1st to 3rd generation about the differences between how people consume K-pop from then and now and discuss how K-pop has really transformed itself from a niche genre to a cultural phenomenon.

    Winter in Korea

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 50:51


    Your favorite Filipino-Korean couple, Kring and Jimmy, talk about all things "Winter in Korea"-- from the harsh weather and temperature, to the seasonal things locals do, to the must-try food when you visit during this time of the year.

    Popular K-Variety Shows

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 58:09


    Along with K-pop and K-dramas, Korean variety shows are becoming more popular among the local viewers thanks to the different streaming platforms where people can watch from. We feature some of our favorite shows like Running Man, Knowing Brothers, 2 Days 1 Night, The Return of Superman, I Live Alone, and many more with our special guest, AC Soriano! We also talk about the cast, legendary guests, the people behind those shows and how they've changed the way Koreans and international fans consume reality and variety shows.

    Things That Surprise Koreans about the Philippines

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2020 48:37


    : In a previous episode, we've discussed the things that surprise foreigners about Korea. This time we talk about Filipino things that surprise Koreans when they come here to travel or to live. Offline banks and clear blue sky are just some of the few examples. Enjoy this episode!

    K-pop's High-Roller Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2020 57:45


    Putting up subway ads in Manila and Korea. Buying hundreds of albums just to be able to participate in a fan signing event. Attending every tour stop of their beloved groups in different countries. These are just some of the things high-roller Filipino fans have done to support their favorite K-pop stars. We meet two hardcore K-pop fangirls who not only spend a lot of time, energy, and resources to support their idols, but also actively organize fundraisers and other charitable activities within their fandoms to help those in need.

    Korea's Seasonal Food

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 59:01


    Another in-depth discussion about K-food but this time, we're focusing on Korea's seasonal food-- what are the hot food, catch and produce every spring, summer, autumn and winter. What fruits should you try when you travel to Korea in a particular season? What food should you eat for more stamina during summer? Tune in now and learn more!

    korea seasonal food
    Korean Beauty Standards

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 49:03


    "K-Beauty" is such a common term now, and usually covers talking points like skin care and make-up. But really, what do Koreans consider 'beautiful'? Our favorite Filipino-Korean couple tackles this slightly sensitive, and highly subjective topic, and in the process, ends up spazzing about some of the most beautiful faces in Korean entertainment.

    Korean Halloween Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 52:11


    Halloween is just around the corner so we are doing a special this week! Our favorite Filipino-Korean couple talks about Korean ghosts and supernatural beings, Korean urban legends and of course, Korean horror movie recommendations. Buckle up! It's bound to get spooky.

    Must-Visit Tourist Spots Near Seoul

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 54:35


    Tired of the usual spots within Seoul? Want to explore outside Korea's capital but don't want to go too far? In this episode, the Krimmy Couple gives tips and recommendations on the places you can visit just right outside of Seoul, perfect for a day trip! You might want to include these in your itinerary on your next trip to Korea.

    Filipino and Korean Cultural Differences

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 57:23


    A topic that is very close to the hearts of our favorite Pinay and Koryano couple-- the differences between Filipino and Korean culture! From showing respect to elders, to the drinking culture and even to garbage collection, this is one jam-packed episode that you will surely learn a lot from and enjoy.

    Top K-Drama Couples

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2020 50:15


    We have fallen in love with many K-Drama couples, some of whom have even become an item in real life. Jimmy and Kring list down and talk about the top pairings in K-Dramalandia. Though "love teams" do not exist in Korea, it doesn't mean we cannot ship them, right?

    Underrated K-pop Groups

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 47:19


    Many fans know the biggest K-pop acts who have become a staple in the K-pop community, and household names all over the world. But are you familiar with some of the most talented, visual, and hardworking groups who don't get as much recognition? Our favorite Filipino-Korean couple, Kring and Jimmy talk about some underrated K-pop groups who also deserve everyone's attention.

    Solo in Seoul: Traveling to Korea Alone

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 38:45


    Once people can freely travel again, for sure many FIlipinos would want to go to Korea. In this episode, Kring gives tips on how to save money, time and energy when going to Seoul solo, and dishes out on her bloopers as a first-time solo tourist 10 years ago.

    Popular K-Drama Food

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 58:44


    Have you ever wondered why characters in K-dramas or movies seem to be eating the same type of food? Jimmy and Kring talk about some of the most popular and common food in K-drama-- what they taste like, why they are eaten in those particular scenes and where you can get them in the Philippines.

    Korean Military Service

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 61:19


    One of the most sensitive topics in Korean society, our Filipina-Korean couple talk about the Korean Military Service in detail to answer some of the questions the fans of Korean male celebrities may have about it. Many fans worry about their faves doing their mandatory military service but what is the process like exactly, and how is it really inside the barracks?

    Must-Buy Souvenir Items in Korea

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 45:01


    Filipinos love souvenirs or pasalubong so when traveling to Korea, what should you buy exactly? Filipina-Korean couple, Kring and Jimmy give their detailed recommendations on the things that are good buys as souvenirs, which are both affordable and easy to find. Perfect for when you travel to Korea again!

    K-Pop Concerts in the Philippines

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 55:13


    : All about K-pop Concerts in the Philippines! How to prepare for it, how to buy tickets, how to participate in fan projects, and what to expect on the concert day. Jimmy and Kring also talk about some of their favorite K-pop concert experiences and fond memories.

    10-Step Korean Skin Care Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 51:19


    The Krimmy Couple dissects the famous 10-step Korean skin care routine, and shares their experience about Korean skin care in general, and how it can be practically applied to the Filipino lifestyle and Philippine climate.

    K-Drama in The Philippines

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 55:33


    K-Drama is such a phenomenon now in the Philippines but its popularity and even the way the audience consumes it have evolved throughout the years. Your favorite Filipina-Korean couple discusses the history of Koreanovelas in the country including the remakes, the shows that broke records, the differences between what's popular in Korea and in the Philippines, and even the upcoming anticipated dramas that Pinoys would surely love.

    K-Pop's Big 4 Agencies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 56:05


    There used to be only three but a new and very big player has joined the game. Kring and Jimmy talk about the four biggest entertainment agencies in K-pop-- SM, YG, JYP and Big Hit. Their history, their artists, their successes and even their controversies. A must-listen for all K-pop stans, especially if you're a fan of the groups under these companies.

    Surprising Things About Korea (For Foreigners)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 46:01


    Description: For this week's episode, your favorite Filipina-Korean couple delve into some of the things about Korea that surprise foreigners, and there's a lot! From the Korean age counting system, to the concept of blood type personalities, and even to cosmetic surgery.

    Korean Variety Show Recommendations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 51:50


    K-pop and K-Dramas are now mainstream in the country but Korean variety shows? Many people aren't too familiar with them yet. So if you'd like to check them out, here are some of the shows that our favorite Filipina-Korean couple recommend!

    Korea on A Budget

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 59:01


    his is for the Filipinos who plan to go to Korea but are on a tight or limited budget. With practical tips from securing cheap tickets, to staying in affordable accommodations and even where to shop! The Krimmy Couple also answer the most-asked question: how much should you spend if and when you go to Korea?

    How To Be A K-pop Idol

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 57:40


    One of the most requested topics, Kring and Jimmy share the details of how to be a K-pop idol, starting from being a trainee to debuting. With a special guest-- a Filipino who is an aspiring idol who has trained under the K-pop idol training system in Korea.

    Korean Food 101: Beyond Samgyupsal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 51:13


    There's so much more to Korean food than samgyupsal, and Jimmy and Kring are here to expand your knowledge about Korean cuisine and clear up some K-food misconceptions. What do Koreans usually eat at home? How many kinds of kimchi are there, really? Just make sure you're not hungry when you listen to this.

    Korea Travel: Do's and Don'ts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 53:59


    If you plan on traveling to Korea (even if it's not your first time), it would be nice to know the basic do's and don'ts for tourists. How do you pay the bill? Where should you sit in the subway? Learn the deets from the Krimmy Couple!

    Must-watch K-Dramas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 58:49


    In this episode of All Things K, Jimmy and Kring share their must-watch K-drama recommendations, most of which are not talked about so much in the Philippines but are some of the most critically-acclaimed and highest-rated dramas in Korea!

    K-pop in the PH

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 61:30


    Episode 1! Welcome to all things K, a podcast about K-pop, K-drama, K-culture, K-style, K-beauty, K-food or anything and everything Korea. Join us as we kick things off by discussing the evolution of the K-pop Fandom in the Philippines. Hosts: Kring Kim, Jimmy Kim

    Claim All Things K

    In order to claim this podcast we'll send an email to with a verification link. Simply click the link and you will be able to edit tags, request a refresh, and other features to take control of your podcast page!

    Claim Cancel