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In this special episode, Jeongmin hosts professors Erik Mobrand and Cho Hee-kyung for a quick-fire Korea Pro briefing analyzing the historic Constitutional Court ruling on Friday that removed President Yoon Suk-yeol from office — making him the second South Korean president impeached and removed by the court. Jeongmin kicks off with a comprehensive 10-minute summary of the Constitutional Court's ruling, detailing how the justices unanimously voted to uphold Yoon's impeachment and explaining the language they used in their decisive verdict.  Jeongmin summarizes the court's extensive deliberation process, and outlines how the justices structured their evaluation around five specific grounds for impeachment. She explains how the court comprehensively rejected almost all of Yoon's defenses, including his claim that the martial law was merely a “warning” or a “plea” with no legal basis in the constitution. Professor Cho explains the reasons behind the court's unanimous ruling and the political context behind the decision's delay. She discusses how the timing may have been influenced by the appellate court's March decision to acquit main opposition Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung of his election law violation conviction, along with how the justices evaluated contested witness testimony and hearsay evidence differently than in a criminal proceeding. Professor Mobrand examines the political implications of Yoon's removal, arguing that the democratic resilience shown by ordinary citizens created a powerful check on executive overreach. He challenges the framing of South Korea's society as simply “polarized,” suggesting that specific politicians have deliberately exacerbated divisions rather than this reflecting deep societal rifts. The panel explores why the military largely refused to fully implement Yoon's martial law orders, institutional weaknesses exposed by this constitutional crisis, and what reforms are most urgently needed — including reducing concentrated power in the presidential office and prosecutorial authority. Erik Mobrand is a professor of Korean Studies at Seoul National University's Graduate School of International Studies, an expert on political transformation in Korea with a focus on the interplay of informal power and formal institutions. Cho Hee-kyung is a professor at Hongik University's College of Law whose research spans international economic law, intellectual property, human rights and media law. Editor's Note: During the discussion, Professor Cho referred to the appellate Seoul High Court that handed down the verdict on opposition leader Lee Jae-myung on March 26 erroneously as the Supreme Court. This clarification has been noted for accuracy. About the podcast: The Korea Pro Podcast is a weekly 15-minute conversation hosted by Editorial Director Jeongmin Kim (@jeongminnkim) and Editor John Lee (@koreanforeigner), diving deep into the most pressing stories shaping South Korea — and dissecting the most complicated ones for professionals monitoring ROK politics, diplomacy, culture, society and technology. Uploaded every Friday. This episode was recorded on the night of Friday, April 4, 2025. Audio edited by Gaby Magnuson

In this episode of Creative Guts, co-hosts Laura Harper Lake and Sarah Wrightsman sit down with Yeonsoo Kim. Originally from South Korea, Yeonsoo is a full-time studio artist and educator living in Exeter with a focus on ceramics, in particular Onggi, traditional Korean earthenware used extensively as tableware, as well as storage. Yeonsoo was exposed to Onggi during a workshop his first year of University.In this episode, we talk about how Yeonsoo's desire to continue making something new, how his work is influenced by his culture and the various places he's lived, and how he strives to find balance (shoutout to the Exeter YMCA). Yeonsoo has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in ceramics and glass from Hongik University in Seoul and a Master of Fine Arts in Ceramics from the University of Georgia. He was named one of the top six emerging artists from the National Council of Education and Ceramic Arts in 2020. Check out Yeonsoo's work at www.yeonsooceramics.com and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/yeonsooceramics. Listen to this episode wherever you listen to podcasts or on our website www.CreativeGutsPodcast.com. Be friends with us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/CreativeGutsPodcast and Instagram at  www.Instagram.com/CreativeGutsPodcast. If you love listening, consider making a donation to Creative Guts! Our budget is tiny, so donations of any size make a big difference. Learn more about us and make a tax deductible donation at www.CreativeGutsPodcast.com. Thank you to our friends at Art Up Front Street Studios and Gallery in Exeter, NH and the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts in Rochester, NH for their support of the show!

Areum Yang (b. 1994 Seoul, South Korea; lives and works in New York) graduated from Hongik University, Seoul, South Korea in 2017 and from the Hunter MFA program, New York, NY in 2021. She recently undertook residency at Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture. She has been included in group shows at Long Story Short, Los Angeles, CA; Analog Diary, Beacon, NY: Hauser & Wirth, New York, NY; Margot Samel, New York, NY, and Mamoth, London, UK. Yang was selected as the winner of the Silver Award for AHL T&W Foundation Contemporary Visual Art Awards and the KCC Young Artist Awards in 2021. Her work has been selected for print publication in Art Maze Magazine edition 23, Friend of Artists volume 15, and Whitewaller issue 33. The Day Before, 2024 acrylic, oil, fabric collage, oil pastel, pencil on poly cotton 82 x 74 inches. Courtesy of the artist and Derek Eller Gallery, New York, photo, Adam Reich.  In Between Dreams, 2024 acrylic, oil, fabric collage, oil pastel, and pencil on poly cotton 70 x 60 inches. Courtesy of the artist and Derek Eller Gallery, New York, photo, Adam Reich.  Morning Laundry, 2024 oil, acrylic, pencil, oil pastel, fabric collage on poly cotton 70 x 75 inches. Courtesy of the artist and Derek Eller Gallery, New York, photo, Adam Reich. 

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol held his first comprehensive press conference in 21 months last week, during which he discussed Seoul's relationship with Moscow despite Russia's burgeoning ties with North Korea. NK News Lead Correspondent Jeongmin Kim (@jeongminnkim) joins the podcast to discuss more of what Yoon had to say, as well as a balloon launch aimed at sending anti-regime leaflets and USB flash drives loaded with K-pop toward North Korea. Then, Benjamin Joinau, a French cultural anthropologist specializing in Korean studies, discusses the comprehensive database of North Korean feature films he recently published.  The database, which Joinau describes as a work in progress, comprises some 800 North Korean feature films that are categorized using the DPRK's own classifications and aims to offer historical contextualization of the country's movies.  ​Benjamin Joinau is a doctor of Cultural Anthropology specializing in Korean Studies. He is an associate researcher at the Center of Korean Studies (CRC) at School of Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences, Paris, and an assistant professor at Hongik University, Seoul. About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot (@JaccoZed) exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists.

Education across the globe has seen monumental shifts in the last four years, and the field of engineering is no exception. I am your host, Dora Smith. Today we've invited Shannon O'Donnell, who leads global academic engagement at Siemens digital industry software, to help us talk about engineering education in South Korea. Shannon O'Donnell talks to Dr. Yim,  a professor of engineering at Hongik University, and Dr. Donghyuk Shin, an assistant professor at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). In this episode, you will learn about the importance of the Collaboration between academia and industry, and the importance of the Integration of real-world applications and hands-on learning opportunities in the classroom to enhance students' understanding and readiness for the industry. In addition, you will also get to hear about the dynamic nature of engineering education in South Korea, and the importance of continuous adaptation to meet the evolving needs of students and the industry. In this episode, you will learn about: Engineering education in South Korea and global collaborations. (4:43) Engineering education and industry needs. (8:28) Progress in sustainability education in South Korea (18:14) Adapting to technological changes in the classroom. (21:19) Connect with Shannon O'Donnell: LinkedIn Connect with Dora Smith: LinkedIn

The Republic of Korea is one of the twentieth century's economic miracles. Poor at the time it split from its neighbour to the north, it now has the fastest internet on the planet and is a world-leading exporter of electronics, cars and culture. Much of what is best in the world can be found in Korea but it faces many of its hardest challenges too. Sky-high property prices, the world's fastest-ageing population, a highly pressurised and competitive society, and as they face the difficult prospect of working and raising a family, 65 percent of Korean women are choosing not to have children. Along with all this, is the worry about the country that shares the Korean Peninsula, Kim Jong Un's nuclear-armed North Korea. Jonny Dymond presents a panel of Korean politicians and experts as they debate questions from the public across the country. The panel: Kyung-wha Kang: Former Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea and Distinguished Professor at Yonsei University Chung-Min Lee: Former Ambassador for National Security Affairs and Ambassador for International Security Affairs. University Professor at Kaist, and Senior Fellow at The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Hee-kyoung Cho: Professor of Law at Hongik University and a columnist for The Korea Times Hawon Jung: Author of Flowers of Fire about the Korean ‘MeToo' women's movement

Ara Koh was born in Seoul, South Korea from a fashion designer mother, and an industrial designer father. She received her BFA in Ceramics and Glass from Hongik University, Seoul, South Korea in 2018, and was an exchange student at California State University, Long Beach in 2016. Ara graduated with an MFA in Ceramic Art at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 2020. Her works are installations claiming space. The intensity of the labor, repetitiveness, and palliative obsessiveness manifested in her sculpture brings a fresh reveal to the ageless themes of body, architecture-shelter and landscape.Her works had been exhibited in South Korea and in the United States. Ara received numerous awards including the Minister of Foreign Affairs Honor by the Korean government. Her works are collected by Alfred Ceramic Art Museum, Daekyo Culture Foundation, Winell Corporation in Korea, and many personal collectors. As an educator, she teaches at Maryland Institute College of Art, George Washington University, and American University. Ara Koh currently lives and works in Washington DC.Creators & Guests Rob Lee - Host The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process.To support the The Truth In This Art: Buy Me Ko-fiUse the hashtag #thetruthinthisartFollow The Truth in This Art on InstagramLeave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. ★ Support this podcast ★

Korea24 – 2022.10.20 (Thursday) News Briefing: The prosecution is zeroing in on DP Chair Lee Jae-myung and allegations that he violated political funding regulations ahead of the presidential election. (Eunice Kim) Korean Politics Digest: Prosecutors filed for arrest warrants of the former defense minister Suh Wook and the former Coast Guard Commissioner General Kim Hong-hee regarding a case involving a fisheries official who was shot dead by North Korea in 2020. Our guests Professor Kim Byeong-ju from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University provide more insight into these developments. Korea Trending with Jenny Suh: 1. It’s been revealed that Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon has left Singapore for an unknown destination through Dubai.('테라•루나 사태' 권도형, 싱가포르 떠나 제3국행…공소시효 정지) 2. BTS member Jin has collaborated with Coldplay for his upcoming solo debut “The Astronaut.”( 방탄소년단 진, 콜드플레이와 협업…솔로곡 '디 아스트로넛') 3. A mural of actor Angelina Jolie with her mastectomy scars appeared in Milan, Italy, as October 19 marked International Breast Cancer Awareness Day. (伊에 '가슴절제' 앤젤리나 졸리 벽화…'세계 유방암의 날' 기념) Explore Korea: This week, art critic Ahn Jae-woo introduces us to the fascinating artist Asaran Jeong and takes us to Seoul's Onsugonggan, where her solo exhibition titled "Heavy Heart, Thin Ground" is on view. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In Tomorrow’s Korea Times, Park Han-sol talks about the South Korean painter Ro Eun-nim, who sadly passed away on Tuesday at the age of 76. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Lee Si-jin recommends to us the best mountain temples to visit during Autumn.

Korea24 – 2022.10.13 (Thursday) News Briefing: North Korea said it test-fired two long-range strategic cruise missiles on Wednesday under the supervision of Kim Jong-un. The test-firing was conducted to enhance the "combat efficiency and might" of the missiles. (Koo Heejin) Korean Politics Digest: The family feud surrounding comedian Park Soo-hong sparked the yearslong debate on whether article 328 of the Criminal Act should be scrapped. Our guests Professor Song Se-ryun at Kyunghee University and Professor Cho Hee-kyung at Hongik University discuss this, as well as criticism surrounding the annual parliamentary audit session. Korea Trending with Jenny Suh: 1. The son of the woman killed by her husband in Seosan posted a petition explaining the suspect’s history of domestic violence and asked for the maximum sentence.( 서산 가정폭력 살해사건 아들 "아버지 엄벌해달라") 2. A man’s keen observations led to the arrest of a voice phishing criminal in Gwangju, Gyeonggi Province earlier this year.( "모자 쓴 사람이 수상해요"…시민의 눈썰미에 보이스피싱범 검거) 3. Son Heung-min was named Player of the Match in Tottenham Hotspurs' 3:2 win against Eintracht Frankfurt in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday. (손흥민, 프랑크푸르트전 MOM) Explore Korea: Pottery is one of the oldest crafts and art forms in the Korean peninsula with one dynasty standing out in particular! Allie from Pinpoint Korea tells us all about the white porcelain of the Joseon Dynasty and where you can learn more about it. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In Tomorrow’s Korea Times, Lee Yeon-woo reports that a survey has found that Koreans spend 40 percent of their lives using the internet for streaming content or shopping online. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Kim Hae-yeon talks about what restaurants made it onto the 2023 edition of the Michelin Guide Seoul.

Korea24 – 2022.08.25. (Thursday) News Briefing: The Bank of Korea has raised its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 2.5%. It is the first time the central bank has raised the key rate four consecutive times. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): This week, we take a closer look at the Board of Audit and Inspection(BAI)'s plans to investigate key policies of the Moon Jae-in administration, including COVID-19 response management and the nuclear phase-out policy. We also discuss the presidential office's decision to strengthen security around the retirement residence of former-President Moon, banning noisy protests within 300 meters. Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Law Professor Cho Hee-Kyung from Hongik University join us to discuss. Korea Trending with Jenny Suh: 1. A civil servant in Busan is said to have illicitly accessed the financial records of her former boyfriend and his family in Daejeon. (부산 공무원이 대전 시민 정보 무단 열람, 경찰 수사 착수 예정) 2. A controversy involving a misunderstanding of an expression used in an online apology last week has raised questions about the falling literacy level in South Korea. (“심심한 사과? 난 하나도 안 심심한데?”…21세기 신문맹족 ‘논란’) 3. Rumors that Jennie from Blackpink and V from BTS are dating have resurfaced, after a third photo of what appears to be the two together appeared online. (뷔-제니 세번째 열애설) Explore Korea: This week we discover the incredible world of Haenyeo, the hardy sea divers of Jeju island! Our travel explorer Hannah Roberts joins us on the line to tell us about their story, what makes them so special and where to experience Haenyeo culture, such as Haenyeo House and the Haenyeo Museum. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Kan Hyeong-woo reports on a claim by a South Korean professor that the Dokdo islets have been unlabeled on Apple Maps in many countries around the world.

Korea24 – 2022.06.23. (Thursday) News Briefing: The Korean won has closed at a 13-year low, at 1,301.80 won against the US dollar. Korean stock markets also fell to their lowest this year. This comes amid growing concerns over high inflation and a global economic slowdown. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): The death of a South Korean fisheries ministry official at the hands of the North Korean military in 2020 has been at the heart of a political storm in recent days. Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University join us on the line to provide their thoughts on the issue. They also comment on the decision by the ruling People Power Party’s ethics committee to defer its disciplinary proceedings on party chair Lee Jun-seok over allegations of sexual bribery and cover-up. Korea Trending with Jenny Suh: 1. A 5.9 magnitude earthquake hit Eastern Afghanistan on Wednesday, killing more than a thousand people. (아프가니스탄 규모 6.1 지진, 최소 1000명 사망) 2. A group of musical theater actors released a statement on Tuesday, calling for a change in the industry, after a high-profile defamation case. (옥주현·김호영 고소전에 뮤지컬 1세대 호소문) 3. Popular singer-songwriter You Hee-yeol has canceled the release of his latest project album “Life Music” amid allegations of plagiarism. (표절 논란 유희열, 음반 발매 취소) Explore Korea: Our travel contributor Hannah takes us to Seoul Dream Forest this week. Located in Gangbuk-gu district, it is the third largest park in Seoul. It is less popular than some of the other parks in the capital due to its location, but it still offers beautiful natural views, as well as spaces for art and culture. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Song Seung-hyun on films depicting the Korean war and whether they are sustainable in the long run. - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Lee Hae-rim writes that the Seoul city slogan “I.Seoul.U” is set to be retired.

Korea24 – 2022.06.02. (Thursday) News Briefing: The ruling People Power Party(PPP) won in a landslide in the local elections on Wednesday, clinching 12 of 17 governor and mayoral posts, while the main opposition Democratic Party(DP) managed to win in just five contests. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): The PPP celebrated another election victory, while the DP had to swallow another chastening defeat, but there was some solace in winning the key Gyeonggi province gubernatorial race, and former presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung won his parliamentary by-election race in the Incheon Gyeyang B district. Regular guests Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University join us on the line to look over the results, and discuss what next for the two parties. Korea Trending with Jenny Suh: 1. Police have placed restrictions on a rally in front of former President Moon Jae-in’s residence on Saturday, after previous protests made threats against his life. (경찰, 문 전 대통령 사저 앞 집회신고에 첫 '개최 전 제한 통고') 2. Japanese citizens are reportedly flocking to the South Korean embassy and consulates to get travel visas after Seoul lifted tourist visa restrictions. (韓관광비자 신청 '오픈런'...철야조까지 등장) 3. Tesla and SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk, has given an ultimatum to his executives to return to work in offices or he will assume that they have resigned. (일론 머스크 “주 40시간 사무실에서 일해라, 싫으면 떠나라”) Explore Korea: Our travel contributor Hannah Roberts joins us on the line to tell us all about South Korea’s most famous local cheese: Imsil Cheese! It was created by a Belgium Monk in 1966 but named after the town he made it in. There is now even an Imsil Cheese Theme Park in Imsil, where the annual Imsil N Cheese Festival takes place every October. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Times has a profile feature by Kwak Yeon-soo on Chang Namon (장남원), considered to be South Korea's first underwater photographer. - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Song Seung-hyun reports on a press conference with director Park Chan-wook who won the best director award for his new film “Decision to Leave” at the 75th Cannes Film Festival last week.

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Korea24 – 2022.05.19. (Thursday) News Briefing: The official campaign period for the June 1st local elections and parliamentary by-elections have started. More than 7,600 candidates across the nation will take to the streets over the next two weeks to try and win over voters. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): In a marked departure from his conservative predecessors, President Yoon Suk Yeol attended a ceremony on Wednesday marking the anniversary of Gwangju Uprising, accompanied by his cabinet members and around 100 lawmakers from the People Power Party. Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University join us on the line to discuss the significance of this move, as well as President Yoon’s recent decision to push through the appointment of Han Dong-hoon as Justice Minister, and the pending appointment of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo. Korea Trending with Jenny Suh: 1. A month-long crack down on illegal vehicles and motorcycles will begin next week. (다음 주부터 대포차·번호판 가린 오토바이 등 일제 단속) 2. The Korea Tourism Organization is set to release three new videos in its popular series ‘Feel the Rhythm of Korea’ on Friday. ('범 내려온다' 다음은 '디스코 팡팡'…관광공사 새 영상 공개) 3. Finland and Sweden have formally submitted their applications to join NATO against the backdrop of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. ('러시아 옆' 핀란드·스웨덴, 나토 가입신청서 냈다…터키 반대가 관건) Explore Korea: Wednesday marked the 42nd anniversary of the May 18 Pro-Democracy Movement, also known as the Gwangju Uprising. Our travel and history contributor Allison Needels from Pinpoint Korea joins us on the line to tell us more about the incident, as well as where to visit in Gwangju to learn more, including The May 18 Democratic Archive and the May 18 Democracy Square. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Park Han-sol on cultural asset restorer Kim Min-jung, who helped the Korean traditional paper 'Hanji' become a popular material at the Louvre Museum's restoration center. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Yim Hyun-su explains how the French artist, Henri Matisse, has been gaining popularity in South Korea, especially among young people, 70 years after his death.

Korea24 – 2022.05.09. (Monday) News Briefing: President Moon Jae-in delivered his final televised address, where he expressed hope that the nation will carry on its history of reaping success. He characterized the last five years as a period where the nation came out of historical crises stronger and more advanced. (Eunice KIM) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): President Moon Jae-in left the presidential office of Cheong Wa Dae for the last time on Monday, bringing to an end his five years in office. In this special edition of Korean Politics Digest, we invite our regular expert guests, Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University, to look back at his presidency, assess his successes and failures and on how he will be remembered in history. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. A new report has found that 52.4% of people in their 20’s do not believe it is necessary to have children after marriage. (20대 절반 이상 “결혼한 뒤 자녀 없어도 돼”…저출생 심화) 2. Renowned poet and pro-democracy activist Kim Ji-ha passed away on Sunday aged 81 years old. (타는 목마름으로’ 시인 김지하 별세) 3. John Lee, the former police chief who oversaw the crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 2019, has become Hong Kong’s new leader. (시위대에 고무탄 쏜 경찰 출신 행정장관 탄생...中 입김 더 세진다) Monday Sports Round-up: It was announced last Friday that the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou had been postponed due to the spread of COVID-19 in China, with no new date set. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from Yonhap News joins us on the line to tell us how this affects Korean athletes. He also updates us on another milestone reached by footballer Son Heung-min, and the latest from the Korean Basketball League finals. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Park Han-sol on how a collaborative international research project on "Jikji (직지)”, Buddhist scripture from the Goryeo (고려) era, is going to receive funding. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Jie Ye-eun writes about the indie music festival, Beautiful Mint Life 2022, taking place from Friday in Seoul.

Neal Ambrose-Smith is a descendant of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Nation of Montana, is a contemporary Native American painter, sculptor, printmaker, and Professor at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He has also developed an app Artist Ideas with 100 ideas for making art, available for Android and Apple. His work is included in the collections of many national and international museums and institutions, including the New York Public Library, the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, Galerie municipale d'art contemporain in Chamalières, France, and Hongik University in Seoul, Korea. He received his BA from the University of Northern Colorado and MFA from the University of New Mexico. Website: https://indianspacepainters.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/nealambrosesmith/

Korea24 – 2022.02.28. (Monday) News Briefing: The COVID-19 pass system will be temporarily suspended for all multi-use facilities from Tuesday, including restaurants and cafes. This comes despite South Korea recording over 100,000 cases for a sixth day. (Tom MCCARTHY) In-Depth News Analysis: Last Friday, the four major presidential candidates took part in a televised debate, the second hosted by the National Election Commission(NEC). During the two-hour debate which was held under the theme of politics, the candidates bickered over political reform, national security and foreign policy. Meanwhile, the latest KBS poll showed that the race between the two front runners has narrowed to a dead heat. Law professor Cho Hee-kyung of Hongik University and law professor Kim Kee-chang of Korea University join us on the line to discuss the latest developments from the election race. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The New York Times reported that new research points to the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market in Wuhan as the origin of the COVID-19 pandemic. ("코로나의 기원은 중국 우한의 시장…야생동물서 전염") 2. A cosmetic surgery clinic is reported to have lured patients with incurable diseases, such as dementia or Parkinson’s, that they can be cured with stem cell injections. (2500만원짜리 줄기세포 주사로 치매 완치?...환자 꼬드긴 성형외과) 3. Actors Lee Jung-jae and Jung Ho-Yeon won SAG Awards for their roles in the Netflix smash-hit series SquidGame. (이정재·정호연, 美배우조합상 남녀연기상) Monday Sports Round-up: South Korean star forward Son Heung-min and his Tottenham teammate Harry Kane set a new record over the weekend for the most prolific partnership in Premier League history. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency brings us the details, as well as updates from the women’s volleyball league and short track speed skater Shim Suk-hee’s return to the national team. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Yi Whan-woo on The Plant Hotel, a new service that takes care of people’s plants while they are away from their homes. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Jie Ye-eun writes about how South Korean pianist Cho Seong-jin stepped in to perform at Carnegie Hall on very short notice.

Korea24 – 2022.01.10. (Monday) News Briefing: The COVID-19 entry pass system has been expanded to more facilities, including large supermarkets and department stores. Meanwhile, COVID indicators are showing clear improvement, opening up the possibility that social distancing measures could be eased by next week. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Calls to lower the age for someone to be held criminally responsible have been raised again, after a 13-yr old was caught joyriding in a stolen car twice in one week. That includes the minor opposition People's Party presidential candidate Ahn Cheol-soo, who pledged on Sunday to lower the age of criminal responsibility to 12 from the current 14. Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University joins us on the line to discuss the issue. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. An online shopping mall has appeared claiming to sell COVID-19 antiviral pills via direct purchase overseas, which the government has stressed is illegal. (코로나 먹는 알약 ‘직구’ 등장… 식약처 “매매 불법”) 2. From late June children aged 4 years or older will not be allowed to accompany parents of a different sex to gender segregated areas in public bath houses. ("만 4세 이상 남아, 엄마 따라 여탕 금지"…19년 만에 규정 변경 3. O Yeong-su has become the first South Korean actor to win an award at the Golden Globes, for his supporting performance in the Netflix hit series ‘Squid Game’. (‘오징어게임’ 오영수, 골든글로브 남우조연상) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho joins us on the line to give us the latest news on Son Heung-min injury that is set to sideline him for the rest of the month, meaning missing games for club and country. Meanwhile, alpine snowboarder Lee Sang-ho has picked up another medal on the international circuit ahead of Beijing 2022. And in the women’s volleyball league, Hyundai E&C Hillstate continued their winning form to set a new record on Saturday. Morning Edition Preview with Mark Wilson-Choi: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Kwak Yeon-soo has a piece on “Sewing Sisters”, a documentary that delves into the dark history of textile and garment factories of 1970’s Seoul. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Jo He-rim writes about how the presidential candidates are trying to go “viral” online.

This episode is all about leaving Korea and transitioning back to one's adoptive country, and we found the perfect guests to talk about it. Kim Stoker first returned to live in Korea in 1995. She spent almost 20 years of her adult life there and has been based in the US since 2017. She was a leading activist in ASK (Adoptee Solidarity Korea) and continues to be an advocate for adoptee rights in South Korea. Eunha Lovell returned to Korea in 2007 after meeting birth family. While living in Korea, she has spent time learning Korean, working with single mothers and adoptees through GOA'L and Koroot, and attended Hongik University for graduate school. She has a YouTube channel called "The Returnees" that focuses on video portraits of Korean adoptees living in their motherland and she also practices Korean Traditional Painting. To learn more about Eunha, visit: www.eunhalovell.com We threw all kinds of big, unruly questions at Stoker and Eunha, and they were both so candid and generous in their replies. This is a free-flowing, meandering, deeply reflective conversation that touches on reverse culture shock, missing Korea during the pandemic, maintaining connections with Korean family, shifting identities, micro-aggressions experienced by adoptees within the Asian American community, and advice for adoptees planning to leave Korea. So many pearls of wisdom here! We also end with a random question segment in which we guess Stoker's astrological sign.

Korea24 – 2021.12.15. (Wednesday) News Briefing: Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum confirmed that the government is considering further lowering the size of private gatherings and restricting business hours of multi-use facilities as part of efforts to contain a recent surge in COVID-19 infections in the nation. This comes as the nation recorded new highs in the daily infection count and the number of critically ill patients. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: The so-called ‘Nth Room Prevention Law’ came into effect on Friday, requiring major online platforms to monitor and filter illegal content. This came in response to the ‘Nth Room’ digital sex crimes scandal that made headlines last year, but there has been criticism that the measures fail to address the problem, as well as concerns that it promotes censorship. The debate has spread to the election race as well, with presidential candidates attacking and defending the new law. Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University joins us on the line to look closer at this issue. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. More details on the 4.9 magnitude earthquake that struck waters off the coast of South Korea’s southern island of Jeju on Tuesday have been confirmed. (규모 4.9 지진, 수평 단층 이동으로 피해 줄어…원인은 추가 연구 필요) 2. New data has shown once again that Koreans in their 30s are delaying or giving up on marriage altogether, and avoiding childbirth. (결혼 안하는 30대초…혼인율 83년생 67%-88년생 37%, 30%P차) 3. BTS has set a new record for an artist with the most weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Digital Song Sales Chart, after their hit song ‘Butter’ re-took the top spot. (BTS, 빌보드 ‘디지털 송 세일즈’ 최다 1위) Korea Book Club: We once again dive into the mind-bending worlds of the science-fiction writer Kim Bo-young, as our literary critic Barry Welsh, introduces her latest short story collection titled 'On the Origin of Species and Other Stories’, exploring themes on AI, time travel, virtual worlds and more!

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Korea24 – 2021.08.26. (Thursday) News Briefing: Most of the 391 Afghan nationals whom South Korea evacuated from Afghanistan this week arrived at Incheon. Long-term visas are set to be granted for their assistance with Korean operations in their country over the years. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): 12 lawmakers from the main opposition People Power Party were implicated in suspicious real estate transactions this week. This comes two months after 12 ruling Democratic Party lawmakers were named in similar allegations. We’ll assess the potential political fallout with regular guests Affiliate Professor Kim Byung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, and law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: A list detailing 151 young single female public officials is causing controversy at Seongnam City (이름·사진·나이…성남시청 '미혼 여성 공무원 리스트' 작성 논란). Meanwhile, Lotte Giants pitcher Song Seung-joon’s appeal against a 72-game ban has been dismissed (KADA, 롯데 송승준 항소 기각…72G 출전정지 확정). And a team of researchers in Italy has warned that a pandemic, similar to COVID-19, could ravage the world once again within 60 years (코로나도 끔찍한데…치명적 ‘전염병’ 또 온다?). Explore Korea: BTS and other K-pop related locations are becoming alternative tourism hotspots in Korea. Hannah Roberts from Moon Bear Travel joins on the line to introduce some, including beaches Maengbang Beach and Hyangho Beach in Gangwon province, which have both been featured on BTS album artwork, and Yongma Land, an abandoned theme park featured on various K-Pop music videos and photo shoots. Morning Edition Preview with Mark Wilson-Choi: On a full-page feature in Korea Herald’s upcoming Weekender section, Kang Jae-eun delves into golf’s growing popularity among the younger generation here in the country.

Korea24 – 2021.08.05. (Thursday) News Briefing: President Moon Jae-in has said South Korea will aim to become the world's fifth largest vaccine-producing nation by 2025. Meanwhile, the nation reports the fourth highest daily infection count to date, at 1,776 new cases. (Koo Hee-jin) Going for Gold with Mark Wilson-Choi: Team Korea face USA in the men’s baseball event, after losing to Japan on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Team Korea falls behind in the women's golf, but 17-year old Seo Chae-hyun impresses in the women's Sport Climbing event. In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): Affiliate Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University discuss the second TV debate among presidential aspirants of the ruling Democratic Party… as well as the leading opposition presidential contender Yoon Seok-youl’s surprise decision to finally join the main opposition People Power Party last week. Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: Over 160 customers from two kimbap restaurants of the same chain suffer from suspected food poisoning (분당 169명 식중독 마녀김밥...“두렵지만 숨지 않겠다” 사과). Meanwhile, lung x-rays of COVID-19 patients are showing the difference vaccines can make(뿌연 백신 미접종 환자 폐… 백신 맞은 감염자 폐는 깨끗했다). And former members of the K-Pop group Sistar, Hyolyn and Dasom, have teamed up again for a new song (효린X다솜, '둘 중에 골라' 티저 오픈…여름=흥행불패 신화 잇는다). Explore Korea: Today is one for the foodies! Hannah Roberts from Moon Bear Travel will be introducing some of the most popular food and drink pairings in Korea, including Chimaek, Jeon and Makgeolli, and more.

Korea24 – 2021.07.29. (Thursday) News Briefing: Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong said North Korea appears to be preparing to open the door to dialogue. Meanwhile, the Unification Ministry said it plans to use the restored communication lines between the two Koreas to discuss setting up a virtual meeting system with North Korea in order to hold dialogue under safe conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Koo Hee-jin) Going for Gold with Mark Wilson-Choi: South Korea’s fencing ‘Avengers’ grab gold in the men’s team sabre event, retaining their Olympic title. In the pool, teen swimming sensation Hwang Sun-woo comes fifth in the 100m freestyle event, but shows promise for 2024. In-Depth News Analysis: Affiliate Professor Kim Byung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University discuss Wednesday’s TV debate between the presidential contenders from the ruling Democratic Party. Plus they discuss when they think the leading presidential contender for the opposition bloc, former Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl, might join the main opposition People Power Party. Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: A heartbreaking letter written by a mother of a teenager who reportedly took his own life due to school violence issues goes viral ("일주일만 슬퍼해줘" 극단선택 아들의 부탁, 엄마는 거절했다). Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has upheld a six-year prison sentence for disgraced judo Olympic silver medalist Wang Ki-chun for sexual abuse of minors (왕기춘 징역 6년 확정…"햄버거 사줄 게" "집안 일 좀" 제자 2명 성폭행). And Olympic archer Kim Woo-jin has wowed fans with his extraordinary composure as shown by his heart-rate numbers during his matches (자는 거 아냐? 양궁 김우진 심박수 화제, 상대 선수의 절반). Explore Korea with Andy St. Louis: Andy introduces the ‘Young Korean Artists 2021’ exhibition at the MMCA Gwacheon. This year marks the 40th anniversary of MMCA’s inaugural young artists exhibition, which has spotlighted some of the country’s most promising up-and-coming artistic talents over the years. Renowned artists such as Lee Bul, Suh Do-ho, Moon Kyungwon and Lee Hyungkoo have all been featured in this important exhibition series. This year 15 artists are presenting some 140 works of sculpture, painting, photography, ceramics, video and installation art. They include works by Yoon Jiyoung, Hàn Yohan, Woo Jeongsu, Nam Jinu, Hejum Bä, Shin Jungkyun, and more. The exhibition is on view through September 22.

Korea24 – 2021.07.22. (Thursday) News Briefing: COVID-19 cases in South Korea reach another new high of 1,842. Meanwhile, the Defense Ministry launches a probe into the outbreak onboard the destroyer carrying the Cheonghae unit. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): We begin a new weekly segment looking at the latest hot button political issues in Korea, with Affiliate Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University. This week, we discuss the Supreme Court sentencing South Gyeongsang Governor Kim Kyoung-soo to two years in prison for colluding to manipulate online public opinion and assist President Moon Jae-in in the polls ahead of the 2017 presidential election. The professors also discuss a rare TV debate between the two main rival party leaders that took place on Wednesday. Going for Gold with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark introduces us to three events for Team Korea that have three things in common: they’re all women’s events, they’re events the men’s teams didn’t qualify for, and they all feature balls. They are handball, basketball and volleyball! Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: The wife of an officer killed in the 2010 Cheonan sinking has also passed away, leaving behind a teenage son (‘천안함 전사자’ 부인 별세, 남편과 합장…11년 만에 안타까운 해후). Meanwhile, a huge double rainbow was the talk of the town this week, as it brightened up the skies of Seoul on Monday (쌍무지개… 핑크빛 석양… 서울 희귀 기상현상 속출 이유). And legendary trot singer Na Hoon-a’s concert in Busan has been put on hold due to COVID-19 concerns ('테스형' 나훈아, 코로나에 좌절···부산 콘서트 끝내 취소). Explore Korea with Allison Needels: Allie from Moon Bear Travel tells us about the fascinating history of Catholicism in South Korea, and the tragic story of Korea’s first Catholic priest, Andrew Kim Taegon. Allie also introduces us to MyeongdongCathedral in Seoul, as well as what to check out when visiting, including the Seosomun Park and the Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine.

Korea24 – 2021.06.24. (Thursday) - News Briefing: Former Prosecutor-General Yoon Seok-youl, the current leading potential presidential candidate for the opposition, is set to officially declare his intention to run for office next week. The ruling party, meanwhile, will decide whether or not to delay its primary scheduled for September. (Eunice Kim) - In-Depth News Analysis: Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University and Affiliate Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies give their expert analysis on the main issues surrounding next year's presidential elections. - Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: A Korean American files a petition concerning South Korea’s nationality law(국적자동상실제 폐지로 피해 본 이민 2세 여성의 헌법소원), a whistleblower receives over a billion won in rewards(담합 신고로 ‘로또’…포상금 17억 5천만원 받았다), and suspended pro volleyball twin sisters twins Lee Jae-young and Lee Da-young will be reregistered with their squad(학폭 파문 이재영-이다영 복귀설). - Explore Korea: Hannah Roberts of the travel, culture, and history blog Moon Bear Travel gives her picks of places to visit for a summer holiday including the country’s second-largest island Geojedo(거제도) and the mountainous region of Jecheon(제천). - Morning Edition Preview with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark shares a piece from the Korea Herald on a walking tour in London, England showcasing spots and features in the city that have a connection to Korea. He also shares a story from the Korea Times on a Korean traditional music performance centered around the genre of sanjo.

'Sup, Soul Fam! In this episode, Nessie shares some memories about one of her favourite places in Seoul and how it is like these days. Time to talk about the are of Hongik University aka Hongdae! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA5UbyxUL2rkrF_XxOZvlBA Instagram: https://instagram.com/seoulnessie Twitter: https://twitter.com/SeoulNessie Facebook: https://facebook.com/Officialsoultoseoul

Featured interview: Key takeaways from the Climate Leaders Summit and analysis on the Moon Jae-in administration's energy initiatives -최근 기후정상회의 결과 및 문재인 정부 에너지정책 분석 Guest: Professor Yu Jong Min, Department of Economics, Hongik University

Korea24 – 2021.04.29. (Thursday) - News Briefing: U.S. President Joe Biden has reiterated that the U.S. will work with its allies to deal with North Korea, and that a strong military presence will be maintained in the Indo-pacific region, much like NATO in Europe. (Koo Heejin) - In-Depth News Analysis: When the newly elected Seoul and Busan mayors met with President Moon Jae-in, the pardoning of former presidents Park Geun-hye and Lee Myung-bak came up. Law professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University and Affiliate Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies give their thoughts on the resurfacing of this controversial topic. - Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: A father pleads online to help find his missing son(한강서 친구와 술 먹고 잠든 대학생 실종), lawmaker Thae Yong-ho promotes fellow North Korean defector and WBA super-featherweight champion Choi Hyun-mi's upcoming match(태영호, 탈북민 복서 최현미 타이틀전 홍보), and the Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins dies at 90(달에 갔지만 달을 못밟은 남자... ‘아폴로11호' 마이클 콜린스 별세). - Explore Korea: Andy St. Louis gives his thoughts on "Border-less.site(보더리스 사이트)" at Culture Station Seoul 284(문화역 서울 284), an exhibition that focuses on the hybrid identity of the strategic border region of the North Korean city of Sinuiju and the Chinese city of Dandong. - Morning Edition Preview with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark shares a Korea Times feature on a concert director behind some of BTS' most iconic performances. He then shares a Korea Herald piece on the fashion designer behind the hanbok-inspired suits worn by BTS.

(0:50) - A Charming Response To The Carbon Offsetting Controversy: Approximately 85% of all carbon offsetting efforts do not actually remove any additional carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and Charm wants to change that by injecting bio oil into wells that stored crude oil at one point.(8:10) - Drones As Personal Fitness Instructors:Drones are finally making their debut in the fitness scene with a concept design from Hongik University that could serve as the first commercially viable fitness drone and pave the way for the future of the industry. (14:20) - MIT & ONR's Trip To The North Pole:Acoustic signals get distorted in regions of the ocean where warm water meets cold water - especially in the Beaufort Sea - so MIT has collaborated with ONR to understand these distortions in hopes of allowing exploration in these regions without risking loss of communication.

Korea24 – 2021.03.29. (Monday) News Briefing: Amid mounting public anger over alleged real estate speculation by employees of the state-run Korea Land and Housing Corporation(LH) and other public servants, President Moon Jae-in called for the thorough investigation and eradication of corruption in the public sector. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Political commentator and law Professor Cho Hee-Kyung from Hongik University and law professor Song Se-ryun from Kyunghee University give their thoughts on the fast-approaching April mayoral by-elections in Seoul and Busan and delve into key issues behind voter sentiment. Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: Small business owners can now apply for the 4th round of relief funds(오늘부터 4차 재난지원금 신청…100만∼500만원 지급), South Korean amusement park Everland will swap out its safari buses for new vehicles as part of a major renovation to mark the park's 45th anniversary(에버랜드 명물 '사파리 버스' 45년 만에 사라진다), and veteran actor Park Joong-hoon is caught drunk driving(박중훈 음주운전 적발). Sports: Yoo Jee-ho from Yonhap News Agency talks about the Korea Football Association(KFA) taking the blame for South Korea’s humiliating defeat in their football friendly against Japan, golfer Park In-bee winning the Kia Classic in her 2021 season debut, and the baseball season starting this week for both MLB and the KBO. Morning Edition Preview with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark shares a piece from the Korea Times that features the Foreign Minister of Costa Rica Rodolfo Solano Quiros and his long relationship with South Korea. He also talks about a story from the Korea Herald that covers new art installation pieces in the Incheon Airport.

Korea24 – 2021.02.08. (Monday) News Briefing: Daily COVID-19 cases in Korea have dropped below 300 for the first time in two months amid news that the nation will receive 1.5 million doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine by late February. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Law professors Kim Kee-chang from Korea University and Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University give their analysis on the National Assembly passing a motion to impeach senior judge Lim Seong-geun for allegedly meddling in politically sensitive trials. They delve into the impeachment, the first in the nation's history, and what's at stake. (임성근 판사탄핵 논란) Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: Hyundai Motor Group says that talks are on hold with Apple over autonomous electric cars(현대기아차 애플카), Kakao Corporation founder and chairman Kim Beom-su says he'll donate over half his wealth to resolve social issues(카카오 김범수, 재산 절반 기부 발표), and singer Chungha reveals a teaser of the title track "Bicycle," from her first full-length album "Querencia"(청하, Bicycle 뮤직비디오 티저 공개). Sports: Yoo Jee-ho from Yonhap News Agency talks about Tottenham Hotspur Son Heung-min(손흥민) ending his goal-less drought, K League’s Ulsan Hyundai FC finishing in last place at the FIFA Club World Cup, Kim Ha-seong(김하성) meeting the Korean press on Monday to talk about his upcoming season with MLB's San Diego Padres, and pro-golfer Lee Kyoung-hoon(이경훈) tying for second at the Phoenix Open. Morning Edition Preview with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark shares a piece from the Korea Herald that talks about the growing overseas popularity of the genre of the traditional Korean music, gugak.

Korea24 – 2021.01.06. (Wednesday) - News Briefing: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has admitted to the failure of the country’s five-year economic plan as he presided over a rare ruling party congress on Tuesday. The major political event is drawing global attention as observers are searching for signs of possible changes in the reclusive regime’s economic and nuclear policies. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis: Law Professor Cho Heekyung of Hongik University and veteran journalist Michael Breen, former president of the Seoul Foreign Correspondents' Club, delve into our 2021 outlook for domestic politics. They share their thoughts on the idea of former presidents Lee Myung-bak and Park Geun-hye being pardoned and released as well as April's by-elections. - Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: The government begins the third round of emergency cash payouts to freelancers(3차 긴급 고용안정지원금), the Korean sci-fi film "Space Sweepers" is officially set to premiere next month(승리호 2월 5일 넷플릭스 공개), and the 2021 Grammy Awards are pushed back to March due to COVID-19(BTS 후보 오른 그래미 어워드 3월로 연기). - Korea Book Club: Barry Welsh shares Choi Min-woo's(최민우) spy-fiction piece "Dishonored(이베리아의 전갈)," which drew inspiration from the late, great espionage writer John le Carré. - Morning Edition Preview: Mark shares a piece from the Korea Times featuring a 71-year-old graduate student who donated 10-million won in scholarships for students in need. He also shares a piece in the Korea Herald that talks about the fashion trend "Upscaling."

Featured Interview: Controversy surrounding Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae's decision to suspend Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl -추미애 법무부장관의 윤석열 검찰총장 직무배제 논란 Guest: Professor Cho Heekyung, Hongik University's College of Law

Korea24 – 2020.11.25. (Wednesday) - News Briefing: The Justice Ministry is expected to convene a committee as early as next week to decide the degree of disciplinary action against the nation's top prosecutor, who was suspended from duty over a number of allegations. Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae announced the unprecedented move in a press conference on Tuesday. (Sam Len) - News Briefing Interview: Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University delves deeper into the latest developments of the Choo-Yoon feud. - In-Depth News Analysis: US Democratic Congressman Ami Bera, who chairs the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, and Nonproliferation, discusses the US presidential transition as President-elect Joe Biden announced his first cabinet picks, including Antony Blinken as Secretary of State. He also discusses what this transition could mean for the Korean peninsula. - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: The NC Dinos clinch their first-ever South Korean baseball championship(NC 다이노스 한국시리즈 우승), new guidelines are made for CSAT test-takers that are under quarantine or infected with COVID-19(확진·격리 수능 수험생 교육청 신고), and BTS is nominated for the 2020 Grammy Awards(그래미어워드). - Korea Book Club: Anton Hur shares the collection of short stories "Tomorrow's Lovers(내일의 연인들)" by Jung Young-su(정영수). He also discusses how it centers around the theme of lovers and how it compares to Western pieces on relationships. - Morning Edition Preview: Mark shares a story from the Korea Times that talks about a man performing his alternative military service by caring for children with disabilities and a Korea Herald story that covers the Sweden-Korea Nobel Memorial Program 2020.

Korea24 – 2020.11.23 (Monday) - News Briefing: Seoul city government has designated a "standstill period" for the capital city, starting from Tuesday. The emergency measure is not a lockdown, however, bars and nightclubs will be shut down while customers cannot stay at restaurants late at night. The citywide measures came as the central government decided to raise social distancing to Level 2 for Seoul and its surrounding areas, as well as the South and North Jeolla provinces. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis: Affiliate professor Kim Byoung-joo of International Studies at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Law professor Cho Hee-kyung of Hongik University delve into the relentless feud between Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae and the Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl. They talk about how some have said the feud encapsulates the conflict between the rival political parties over the reform of the prosecution, and discuss what could be at stake because of it. - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: South Korean exports surge more than 10% on-year(11월 1~20일 수출), the government accepts exam applications from those who wish to become big data analysts(빅데이터 분석기사), and K-pop veteran BoA is set to release an album to mark the 20th anniversary of her debut(보아 데뷔20주년). - Sports: Yoo Jee-ho from Yonhap News Agency talks about the NC Dinos and the Doosan Bears heading in Game 5 of the Korean Series as it, along with other sporting events, are affected by Level 2 social distancing. He also talks about Kim Sei-young winning her second LPGA title and Jeonbuk having a losing start in the AFC Champions League. - Morning Edition Preview with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark shares a piece from the Korea Times that features the filmmaker Lee Hwan-kyung, and a Korea Herald story that covers a VR exhibition being held at Incheon International Airport.

Featured interview: Implications of RCEP on Korea's economy and global trade -RCEP 체결이 한국 경제와 통상에 미칠 영향 Guest: Professor Cho Heekyung, Hongik University's College of Law

Korea24 – 2020.09.10. (Thursday) - News Briefing: During an emergency economic meeting Thursday, President Moon Jae-in and his economy officials finalized the fourth extra budget plan totaling 7.8 trillion won that is mainly aimed at helping small merchants and self-employed people cushion the economic impact from the pandemic. (Robert Koehler) - In-Depth News Analysis: Dr. Yoon Jeong-sook, Director of the International Cooperation Division at the Korean Institute of Criminology, and Law Professor Cho Hee-kyung of Hongik University discuss the deep controversy surrounding the upcoming release of child rapist Cho Doo-Soon(조두순) and talk about the possible measures that would prevent such crimes from happening again. - Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: Travelholic CEO Jo Jun-ki’s passed away eight days after his attempted suicide(여행에 미치다 조준기), Thursday marks World Suicide Prevention Day(자살 예방의 날), and Ageing Nepal and United World Schools receive the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize(세종대왕 문해상). - Explore Korea: Jennifer Chang shares the Art World Village Project(예술세상 마을 프로젝트) as it goes completely online this year due to the pandemic. She shares the different traditional performances and how we can enjoy them through online streaming. - Morning Edition Preview with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark shares an article from the Korea Times that covers the animated horror-thriller "Beauty Water(성형수)" and Korea Herald article that talks about the changing perception of young people's ideas of a successful career.

Featured Interview: Assessment of Korea's Green New Deal in the post-coronavirus era 포스트코로나 시대의 한국판 그린뉴딜 -Guest: Professor Jongmin Yu, Department of Economics, Hongik University

Korea24 – 2020.07.16. (Thursday) - News Briefing: In his speech marking the opening of the 21st National Assembly on Thursday, President Moon Jae-in presented his "Korean New Deal" calling for an end to partisan confrontation and hostility, and replacing it with an "era of cooperation and compromise." (Robert Koehler) - In-Depth News Analysis: Law Professors Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University(홍익대학교) and Park Yong-chul from Sogang University(서강대학교) discuss the heated debate on whether a criminal investigation should be carried out against late Seoul Mayor Park Won-soon's(박원순) alleged sexual misconduct. - Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: South Korean reserve forces postpone training again to September(예비군 훈련), small worm-like creatures appear in the tap water of Incheon households(인천 수돗물 유충), and South Korean celebrities are accused of not following product placement guidelines on the video streaming platform YouTube(한혜연, 강민경 유튜브 간접광고). - Explore Korea: Andy St. Louis shares two summer group exhibitions in Seoul. "Inside Out: The Body Politic" at Lehmann Maupin(리만 머핀) gives perspectives on the politics of society and "Next of Kin" at Various Small Fires(VSF 갤러리) delves into the concept of family.

Korea24 – 2020.05.11. (Monday) News Briefing: The number of COVID-19 cases linked to the Itaewon clubs cluster continues to rise, and the government has decided to delay the reopening of schools by a week. (Rosyn Park) In-Depth News Analysis: Professors Kim Byoung-joo(김병주) of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, and Cho Hee-kyung(조희경) from Hongik University, discuss South Korean President Moon Jae-in's third anniversary of his inauguration this past Sunday. They assess the past three years and talk about key political issues expected down the road in his remaining two years in office. - Korea Trending with Bae Jooyon: Police detain a key suspect in the Nth Room case, singer-songwriter Roy Kim is set to join the Marines, and the Festival de Cannes is unlikely to physically open this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. - Sports: Yoo Jee-ho from Yonhap News Agency covers the first round of the K League 1 matches, the Lotte Giants' winning streak, and the upcoming KLPGA tour. - Morning Edition Preview: Mark Wilson-Choi tells us about an exhibition at the National Museum of Korea that explores how epidemics were dealt with in the Joseon Dynasty. He also talks about a new high-school that focuses on video game development.

Ali is a designer, occassional writer, educator and speaker. Holding a variety of design leadership positions Ali has worked at Deloitte Digital, Chaotic Moon (acquired by Accenture), Razorfish, Rockwell Group, XIX Entertainment, Ogilvy & Mather's Brand Integration Group and Honest Dollar (acquired by Goldman Sachs). He has worked with Disney, IBM, John Deere, Pizza Hut, Honda, Nobu, McDonald's, State Auto, David Yurman and Victoria Beckham. In addition, Ali has held various teaching appointments: Pratt Institute, Visiting Associate Professor; University of Texas at Austin, Design Scholar in Residence and Distinguished Senior Critic; Cooper Union, Visiting Artist; workshops and lectures at Yale University, Parsons, Konkuk University, Rutgers University, Queens College, Hongik University and Art Institute of Hollywood.

Judy and Linda crave a little bit more from episodes 11-12 of "Because This Is My First Life" (이번 생은 처음이라), a TVN Korean drama starring Jung SoMin and Lee MinKi. There has to be more of a build-up to Sehee's (Lee MinKi) sudden (?) romantic interest in Jiho (Jung SoMin). Surely, he doesn't get a sudden inspiration from making kimchi by the seaside? Judy is excited that Sooji (Esom) finally stands up to her disgusting work colleagues. Also, what's up with the strangely erotic introduction to Sehee's ex-wife (Lee ChungAh)?  Digressions: 1:15 - Judy watched episode 1 of TVN's "Black" starring Go Ara and Song SeungHun. 5:05 - Linda has been watching "Once Upon A Time". Please save her. 5:58 - Judy recommends "Miss Fisher's Mysteries". 16:59 - Fandom as an "older person" 20:04 - Why some Korean websites don't seem to work properly   Some Korean terms: 옥탑방: [ok-tap-bang] rooftop apartment. 성질: [seong-jil] temper. 남편: [nam-pyeon] husband. 남: [nam] stranger; anyone who's not a family member. 편: [pyeon] side. 외도: [weh-do] affair. 홍대: [hong-deh] short form for 홍익대학교 [hong-ik-deh-hak-gyo], HongIk University.   Audio Credits: BTS – "I Need U" BTS – "Fire"   Happy New Year! Please send any questions, comments or suggestions on Facebook and Twitter (@kdramamyeyesout) or e-mail us (kdramamyeyesout(at)gmail.com). Download this and other episodes and while you're there, write us a review: Apple Podcasts Google Play Music Stitcher Libsyn RSS The KDMEO theme music is 'Cute', by Bensound (www.bensound.com), and is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial No-Derivatives 4.0 International.

Wesley is a native of Guatemala, and lives in Seoul as a filmmaker and photographer. He studied Visual Communication Design in Hongik University and does various freelance creative projects in addition to his 9 to 5 as a professional marketer. In this episode we talk about the Spanish speaking community here, what it’s like working in a Korean office space, and go deep into Korean design and what it takes to be a photographer here. If you’d like to connect with Wesley you can find him on Instagram @wesleychangphoto, his website www.weschangphoto.com, or email him at wesleychangphoto@gmail.com