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Time once again to dive into some Korean cinema, this time with The Match, released earlier this year and starring Lee Byung Hyun and Yoo Ah In. Also: snacks!(Please note: Our movie discussions inevitably contain some plot spoilers!)(0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup(32:25) - Discussion of The Match(52:40) - Snack corner(59:35) - Ask Lynn UnnithingIf you like this episode, please subscribe and leave us a rating and review!Follow us on Instagram @unnisonoppaspod

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.com.Today, we'll be discussing Episode 6 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Park Eun-bin as Woo Young-woo, Kang Tae-oh as Lee Jun-ho, Ha Yoon-kyung as Choi Soo-yeon, Ju Hyung-young as Dong Geu-rami, Kang Ki-young as Jung Myung-seok, and Joo Jong-hyuk as Kwon Min-woo. We discuss:The songs we featured during the recap: Overture and Girl Dad (It Takes Such a Long Time) by Roh Young Sim.Our delightful Zoom meet and greet with listeners, where many shared their love of Extraordinary Attorney Woo as their gateway into K Dramas.The varied opinions on Lee Jun-ho, from the fantasy of a perfect green-flag partner to the critique that he's bland or too idealized.The heartbreaking case of a North Korean defector, Gye Hyang-sim, and how it highlights issues of motherhood, justice, and societal prejudice.The dangerous and emotionally devastating journey of North Korean defectors and how the South Korean government processes and supports them.The emotionally raw parallels between Gye Hang-sim's pain and Woo Young Woo's deep empathy for Gye Hyang-sim, especially Woo Young Woo's moving whale metaphor, where she likens Gye Hyang-sim to a mother whale who refuses to abandon her child even at the cost of her life.The shocking moment when CSY and WYW barge into the judge's chambers, and how their family pedigrees become unexpectedly relevant to the judge's view of them.The meaning of bongwan (ancestral clan origin), and how it reflects deeply ingrained class and social cues in Korean legal and elite circles.The surprise ending of the case, where the judge suspends Gye Hyang-sim's prison sentence due to her confession, lack of a criminal record, and unfamiliarity with South Korean law.The subtly developing triangle between Woo Young Woo, Lee Jun Ho, and Choi Soo Yeon, fueled by Kwon Min-woo's manipulative suggestion that Lee Jun Ho likes Choi Soo Yeon.The emotional theme of mothers throughout the episode, culminating in the poignant department store scene where Tae Soo-mi almost crosses paths with her daughter WYW. Our admiration for Attorney Jung, who quietly supports his junior attorneys and upholds justice, even at the cost of corporate clients.ReferencesAndong - WikipediaAndong Kim clan - WikipediaBaby Boxes on South Korea: A Controversial But Effective Way To Save LivesThe story of Tahlequah, the orca North Korean defectors - Wikipedia

After spending 4 episodes trying to sus out K-Drama heaven, we finally find our way into K-Drama hell on episode 5 of Heavenly Ever After. Join our hosts as they follow Hae-sook's orientation through the many different hells and the stories of the people that reside there.Episode 5: After receiving another infraction, Hae-sook descends into Hell, where she encounters a familiar face. Nak-joon makes his way into Hell to save her.Watch it now on Netflix--Follow us on twitter at @koreandramapodSubscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or copy our RSS Feed into your favorite podcast player!Korean Drama Podcast is a part of the Potluck Podcast CollectiveProduced by HappyEcstatic Media

Happy August, Chingu Chat everyone! This segment is a special one on Ya Girl's KDrama Podcast, where Maddie & Christina chat about all things Korean-related (like JK, for example).In this episode, the ladies catch up with each other, share what dramas they are watching, talk about the best female besties, AND cast K-drama actors in Pride and Prejudice!Grab your coffee, tea, or soju, and come laugh with them!TIME STAMPS 0:00 Introduction 4:05 Life Updates7:15 Ateez/Jin Concert Highlights 20:30 What We're Watching33:50 Best Female Besties 56:40 Maddie & Christina casting kdrama actors for Pride and Prejudice! …..If you're new to YA GIRL, we're so glad you're here!! I truly hope you enjoy listening to this podcast! Also check out THE K.DROP [A KPop Podcast] if that's your thing. ….. Before you do anything else, FOLLOW YA GIRL ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @yagirl_kdrama pod (⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠) ..... Wanna support YA GIRL? Go and become a Patron! ⁠www.patreon.com/yagirlmaddiepod?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator⁠ …..Finally, jump on  YA GIRL's Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ ⁠https://discord.gg/UeZuyftp⁠

Ready for your next binge-worthy obsession? Meet Friendly Rivalry, the sapphic K-drama you didn't know you needed! This video dives deep into the show's heart-stopping moments, unforgettable characters (hello Seul-gi and Jae-i), and its powerful blend of queer representation and high-stakes storytelling. From the intense academic rivalries to the tender, heartfelt connections that blossom amidst chaos, we're breaking down every layer of this must-watch drama. Expect a breakdown of the emotional rollercoaster that had us hooked, plus plenty of LGBTQ+ subtext that gives Killing Eve and Mean Girls vibes. Whether you're here for the found family feels, the iconic closet scene, or the swoon-worthy moments that'll make your heart race, we've got you covered.Let's celebrate this incredible piece of LGBTQ+ media together. Drop your thoughts in the comments. Was this show as gay as we think? Don't forget to subscribe for more deep dives into queer representation in media, and join the conversation on what makes sapphic stories like Friendly Rivalry so special.If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on YouTube: Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠As always, please feel free to reach out to us on all the things. We love hearing from you!Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Biggayenergypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tumblr      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@biggay

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 5 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Park Eun-bin as Woo Young-woo, Kang Tae-oh as Lee Jun-ho, Ha Yoon-kyung as Choi Soo-yeon, Ju Hyung-young as Dong Geu-ra-mi, Kang Ki-young as Jung Myung-seok, and Joo Jong-hyuk as Kwon Min-woo. We also discuss Kang Ki-young, the versatile actor who plays Attorney Jung. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: Inevitable by Suzy and Spring Sunshine by Roh Young Shim.The ethical dilemmas at the heart of this episode's case and Woo Young Woo's heartbreak over winning the legal battle but enabling injustice.What open source technology is, how utility models work in Korea, and how these were central to the ATM cassette lawsuit.Kwon Min-woo's underhanded tactics, including excluding Woo Young Woo from meetings and trying to sabotage her standing.The symbolic moment when Woo Young Woo's framed Bar Code of Ethics is replaced by a sunflower painting.Military bonding among men, especially over training locations, and how that dynamic excluded Woo Young Woo in the meeting.The heartwarming moment when Woo Young Woo calls Choi Soo-yeon “Spring Sunshine,” bringing Soo-yeon to tears.The adorable Cham Cham Cham scene where Woo Young Woo asks Lee Jun Ho if he likes her—and his stunned, but telling reaction.Woo Young Woo's explanation of how people with autism live in a world of “me” rather than “me and you,” making deception hard to detect.The final scene with Tae Su-mi, hinting heavily that she is Woo Young Woo's mother and hiding a past pregnancy.Our featured actor of the week: Kang Ki-young, his background in musical theatre, and standout roles in hit K Dramas.References“Autistic People” vs. “People with Autism”: A Deeper Dive into Disability LanguageIdentity First LanguageHow to Play Cham Cham Cham from Extraordinary Attorney Woo

Yeni bölümde konuğum Prof. Dr. Mutlu Binark, konumuz ise Kore Dalgası - Hallyu ve buna bağlı kültür politikaları.K-drama olarak adlandırılan Güney Kore dizileri, K-Pop, Kore edebiyatı, Kore filmleri, Kore kozmetiği ya da yemekleri... Hepsi dalga dalga dünyaya yayılıyor, Türkiye de bundan nasibini alıyor.Ancak bu tesadüfi bir şey değil. Kore'nin devlet işine de dönüşen bir kültür politikası. İnanılmaz ilginç, sosyolojik, politik ve ekonomik bir fenomen; uzun uzun bakılması ve belki de bazı yerleri belki de örnek alınması gereken bir durum.Hacettepe Üniversitesi İletişim Fakültesi, Bilişim ve Enformasyon Teknolojileri Ana Bilim Dalı Başkanı Prof. Dr. Mutlu Binark da ağırlıkla Japonya, Çin ve Güney Kore üzerine çalışmış, dillerini öğrenmiş, bölgeye giderek araştırmalar yapmış, kültür politikaları üzerine kitaplar yazmış bir akademisyen.Mutlu Hanım ile Rose ile Bruno Mars şarkısı Apt'dan (apati apati) Kore oyun kültürüne, K-dramalardan "hayran emeğine" pek çok konuyu masaya yatırdığımız bölümden bazı başlıklar vereceğim...* Mutlu Hanım'ın kitaplarından birinin adı çok şey söyleyebilir: Kültürel Diplomasi ve Kore Dalgası - Hallyu Güney Kore'de Sinema Endüstrisi, K-Dramalar ve K-Pop...* Kore dalgası-Hallyu nedir? Hangi dalgalar nasıl geldi, yeni neler var?* K-drama ve K-Pop dünyanın farklı ülkelerinde ve Kore'de neleri değiştirdi?* Demokratikleşme - ekonomik gelişme ilişkisi* Ağır sanayileşme yanında kültürel ihracat...* İçerik kraldır! KOCCA (Kore Yaratıcı İçerik Ajansı) - KOFIC (Kore Film Konseyi)* Kore hayranlık kültürünün yüzeysel yanı.* Türk dizi endüstrisinin rakamsız, verisiz ve kayıtsızlığına karşı her şeyin ölçüldüğü Kore işleri* Çin dalgası mı geliyor?* Kore edebiyatından örnekler, Kore sineması ve modasının Batı'daki konumu...* Meraktan saha çalışmasına, farklı diller öğrenmekten "aynı yerde uzun kalmamaya" nasıl iyi akademisyen olunur?Hepsi ve çok daha fazlası bu yayında mutlaka dinleyin. Gazeteci#Journalist ~ #Art- #Food- #Travel lover ~ #EnthusiastBooks:

Summer Hodgpodge is back. Come join Kmuse & Kdrama Jen as they discuss Ateez, what they are watching, and swooning over books.You can also find us on X, BlueSky, and Facebook.Click HERE for our show notes.Remember to check out our Patreon which is full of extra content for our Kimchi VIPS!! Come check it out HERE, and make sure you don't miss a single moment of our drama-filled banter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite her youth, Go Youn Jung is already a veteran leading lady in the world of KDramas! In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss her roles in Alchemy of Souls, Law School, Moving, Resident Playbook, and more!(About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid knowing absolutely anything about a show you haven't seen, we recommend skipping to the next segment!)(0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup(12:10) - School Nurse Files(32:35) - Alchemy of Souls(1:07:05) - Law School(1:20:40) - Death's Game(1:46:45) - Moving(1:59:40) - Resident Playbook(2:29:40) - Favorite Go Youn Jung scenes(2:38:20) - Ask Susie UnnithingIf you like this episode, please subscribe and leave us a rating and review!Follow us on Instagram @unnisonoppaspod

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 4 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Park Eun-bin as Woo Young-woo, Kang Tae-oh as Lee Jun-ho, Ha Yoon-kyung as Choi Soo-yeon, Ju Hyung-young as Dong Geu-ra-mi, Kang Ki-young as Jung Myung-seok, and Joo Jong-hyuk as Kwon Min-woo. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: Tuning Into You by Wonstein and Growing Pains by Roh Young Shim.The emotional flashback of how Woo Young-woo and Dong Geu-ra-mi became best friends after a bullying incident at school.Korean inheritance law, including the now-abolished hojuje system and how remnants of male primogeniture persist, especially in chaebol families.The legal and cultural significance of the dojang (personal seal) used by Dong Dong Sam when signing over his land.The brilliant legal strategy Woo Young-woo employs to invalidate the “gift” of land to Dong Dong Sam's brothers.The jesa (ancestral rites) ceremony and why Dong Geu-ra-mi's behavior was considered scandalous during the ritual.The visit to Ganghwa-do, its historical and cultural significance, and its connection to real-life Korean history and even the show Mr. Queen.The flashback scene between CEO Han and Woo Young-woo's father, Gwang-ho, that explains how Woo Young Woo got hired at Hanbada.The return of Woo Young-woo to her position at Hanbada, and Attorney Jung's clever way of convincing her to return.The growing tension with Kwon Min-woo, who sees WYW as a top competitor.The budding romance between Woo Young-woo and Lee Jun-ho, culminating in a tender moment at Nakjo Beach and his “confession” that he wants to be on her side.Our featured actor of the week: Kang Tae-oh, who plays Lee Jun-ho: his career trajectory, military service, and his fascinating habit of describing people in colors.ReferencesFamily Split at LG, a South Korean Giant, Tests Corporate Succession - The New York TimesKang Tae-oh - WikipediaHow is the term 깍두기 used in Korean slang? | HiNativeOctober 2022 Interview of Kang Tae Oh with Vogue Singapore

"Forget tea parties—Netflix's Little Women (2022) K-drama is a wild ride of murder, money, and mind games!

In this episode, Patrick bemoans the X-Men and Andy stumps Patrick on K-Drama.

Hello c'est margo ! J'espère que vous allez bien ? Pour l'occasion du mois des dramas je suis de retour pour vous donner mon avis sur le drama coréen "Shadow Detective" saison 2. J'espère que l'épisode va vous plaire !

Hello c'est margo ! J'espère que vous allez bien ? Pour l'occasion du mois des dramas je suis de retour pour vous donner mon avis sur le drama coréen "When the phone rings" de 2025. J'espère que l'épisode va vous plaire !

“Para mí estar saludable es lo más sexy.”

The feels and tears continue to flow as the crew dives deeper into their watch of Heavenly Ever After, but so do the bad vibes as the mysteries (and red tape) of the K-Drama afterlife deepen. Episode 3: The arrival of a mysterious woman looking for Nak-joon upends Hae-sook's bliss, and she later embarks on a journey to revisit her past.Watch it now on Netflix--Follow us on twitter at @koreandramapodSubscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or copy our RSS Feed into your favorite podcast player!Korean Drama Podcast is a part of the Potluck Podcast CollectiveProduced by HappyEcstatic Media

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Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 3 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Park Eun-bin as Woo Young Woo, Kang Tae-oh as Lee Jun-ho, Ha Yoon-kyung as Choi Soo-yeon, Ju Hyung-young as Dong Geu-rami, Kang Ki-young as Jung Myung-seok, and Joo Jong-hyuk as Kwon Min-woo. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: “Better than Birthday” by O3ohn, both the lyrical and instrumental versions.Joanna and Sung-Hee share highlights from their recent trips to Vancouver/Victoria and Chicago.The Korean expression “속도위반 결혼” which literally means “speeding marriage” and refers to a shotgun wedding.Woo Young Woo's internal and external struggles as someone on the autism spectrum defending a client with a different manifestation of the condition.The complex and emotional case involving brothers Sang Hun and Jeong Hun, and the sad truths revealed through Sang Hun's diary.The attorneys' use of Pengsoo, a beloved Korean character, to connect with the defendant Jeong Hun.The misinterpretation of Jeong Hun's words during the incident: “죽는다, 하지마” – “Die, don't do it!”The shocking reveal that Sang Hun likely died by suicide and Jeong Hun was trying to save him.The damaging societal pressures on Korean students, and the toll it takes on mental health.Chairman Kim's devastating reaction to learning of his elder son's depression and suicide attempts—and his harsh treatment of Woo Young Woo.Attorney Jung's growth in how he values and defends Woo Young Woo, including risking his role in the case to support her.Woo Young Woo's decision to resign from Hanbada, believing her autism made her a liability in court.The cultural impact of Hans Asperger's legacy and why many now use the term ASD instead of Asperger syndrome.Reactions from the autism community in Korea and abroad to the show's portrayal of neurodiverse individuals.What Joanna and Sung-Hee are watching now, including Resident Playbook, Our Unwritten Seoul, Squid Game, Kpop Demon Hunters, and Lost in Starlight.ReferencesPengsoo - WikipediaA Review of the Netflix Series Extraordinary Attorney Woo - Autism Spectrum NewsGiant Peng TV on YouTubeIn South Korea, a Hit Show Brings Autism Into the Spotlight - The New York TimesIs 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo' helping or hurting the autism community?

One of Susie's main oppas for most of 20 years, Jo In Sung gets the unnis' focus in this episode. Susie and Lynn discuss his roles in Spring Day, What Happened in Bali, It's Okay That's Love, Moving, and more.(About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid knowing absolutely anything about a show you haven't seen, we recommend skipping to the next segment!)(0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup(20:20) - That Winter the Wind Blows(46:55) - Shoot for the Stars(1:17:30) - It's Okay That's Love(1:26:45) - What Happened in Bali(1:39:15) - Spring Day(2:10:35) - Moving(2:22:20) - Dear My Friends(2:36:55) - Favorite Jo In Sung scenes(2:46:30) - Ask Lynn UnnithingIf you like this episode, please subscribe and leave us a rating and review!Follow us on Instagram @unnisonoppaspod

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Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 2 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Park Eun-bin as Woo Young Woo, Kang Tae-oh as Lee Jun-ho, Ha Yoon-kyung as Choi Soo-yeon, Ju Hyun-young as Dong Geu Rami, Kang Ki-young as Jung Myung Seok, and Joo Jong-hyuk as Kwon Min-woo. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: Revolving Door Invites You to Dance and Ordinary Attorney by Roh Young-shim.The elaborate, non-religious wedding that opens the episode, and the cultural trends around luxury weddings in Korea.The groom's grandfather's disapproval due to the bride's Buddhist tattoo, showing the intersection of religion and family expectations.The flawed dress switch and how it led to a lawsuit that revealed deep issues in the bride's family.The complex dynamics of chaebol marriages, often treated like business mergers.The legal strategy led by Woo Young Woo and how she calculates damages based on the bride's potential lost inheritance.How the bride's emotional plea to Woo Young Woo led to her dramatic courtroom decision to request the court to withdraw the lawsuit.The use of online bulletin boards in Korea and how anonymous gossip and speculation can affect legal outcomes.Jun-ho's growing admiration for Woo Young Woo, especially after witnessing her win another case and seeing her in a beautiful wedding dress.Woo Young Woo's evolving understanding of independence, adulthood, and her relationship with her father.The introduction of the rival law firm Taesan and its powerful CEO, setting up future.Our appreciation of Park Eun-bin's portrayal of Woo Young Woo and her careful, research-based approach to the role.ReferencesPark Eun Bin Interview with TV GuideThe Lavish Allure of Seoul's Luxury Hotel Weddings

On this episode we venture once again into a new K-Drama, this time the supernatural romantic comedy/drama Heavenly Ever After about a woman who meets her late husband in heaven, only she looks like she's 80 (because of a totally sweet reason) while he's taken on his form in his 30's! Join returning hosts Kim and Candice as well as new co-host Jane as they dive into their first reactions to this hit 2025 drama series!Episode 1: Lee Hae-sook, devoted to caring for her beloved Ko Nak-joon, works at a job she hates daily, but when he passes, she prepares to meet him again in heaven.Watch it now on Netflix--Follow us on twitter at @koreandramapodSubscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or copy our RSS Feed into your favorite podcast player!Korean Drama Podcast is a part of the Potluck Podcast CollectiveProduced by HappyEcstatic Media

Kdrama Jen & Kmuse are back with more hodgepodge topics. Find out what we are watching, what kpop group we will be screaming for next week, and a ton of random drama fan observations.You can also find us on X, BlueSky, and Facebook.Click HERE for our show notes.Remember to check out our Patreon which is full of extra content for our Kimchi VIPS!! Come check it out HERE, and make sure you don't miss a single moment of our drama-filled banter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pattie and Bill make it a short episode this week since they've got a concert to attend (don't tell HR).They've got a few documentaries this week. and a couple of other things. Find out if Bill likes the new Superman movie and his thoughts on Billy Joel. Pattie learns all about Martha Stewart and Balloon Boy. Plus a K-Drama crime thriller on Hulu. Reviewed this week. 9 Puzzles - HuluMartha - NetflixTrainwreck: Balloon Boy - NetflixSuperman - in theatersBilly Joel: And so it goes - HBO/MAX

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 1 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Park Eun Bin as Woo Young Woo, Kang Tae Oh as Lee Jun Ho, Ha Yoon Kyung as Choi Soo Yeon, Ju Hyun Young as Dong Geu Rami, Kang Ki Young as Jung Myung Seok, and Joo Jong Hyuk as Kwon Min Woo. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: “Brave” by Kim Jong Wan and “Beyond My Dreams” by Sunwoo Jung-a. Kim Jong Wan is the lead of alternative rock band Nell; Sunwoo Jung-a is a prolific indie artist and producer in South Korea.The episode title in Korean, 이상한 변호사 우영우 (“Strange Attorney Woo Young Woo”), and how the English title "Extraordinary" reflects her character more positively.Woo Young Woo's first words: quoting the Korean criminal code after her father is attacked, marking both her autism diagnosis and her path toward becoming a lawyer.The careful, touching portrayal of autism spectrum disorder through Woo Young Woo's sensitivity to stimuli, love of order, and her difficulty reading emotions.Her father's deep support, including the emotion-photo wall and her daily Woo Young Woo gimbap.The charming and gentle "meet cute" between Woo Young Woo and Lee Jun Ho at the revolving door and how this connection grows throughout the episode.Her love of whales as a comforting and symbolic presence, with whales appearing when she is inspired or stressed.The courtroom debut of Woo Young Woo—initially frozen, but ultimately brilliant in her defense of her childhood babysitter.Attorney Jung's skepticism turning to respect as Woo Young Woo wins her first case with logic, persistence, and empathy.The mysterious visit by CEO Han to Woo Young Woo's father late at night, hinting at a deeper backstory.The joyfully eccentric best friend Dong Geu Rami and her role in helping Woo Young Woo navigate life.ReferencesRole of parental occupation in autism spectrum disorder diagnosis and severityLancet MMR autism fraud - WikipediaGimbap - Wikipedia

Share Your Thoughts & Send Us A Text! Welcome back to the K3 KDrama Coffee Break with Jenn and Marisa! This episode is the edited version of our LIVE chat this past Sunday - all about the exciting conclusion of Squid Game, the international Netflix juggernaut. We dive into an unfiltered discussion, sharing our live reactions with the kdrama crew on YouTube. Discussing and crying over various character arcs, biggest quibbles of course and breaking down that jaw-dropping finale. From unexpected character deaths to the controversy over the VIP cameos, nothing is off-limits. We also had fun with some hilarious memes, behind-the-scenes gossip, and fan reactions. Whether you loved it or had some quibbles, join the fun as we celebrate the global phenomenon that is Squid Game. Spoilers ahead!00:00 Introduction 01:44 Viewer Poll and Initial Thoughts03:27 Character Endings and Quibbles06:05 Debating the Finale and VIPs29:07 The Baby's Role and Ending30:59 Alternative Endings and Their Implications35:47 Character Analysis 42:41 Impact of Squid Game on Actors and Industry46:16 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsWATCH THE FULL LIVE CHAT HERESupport the show

Probably best known for playing a series of Terrible Moms, Jin Kyung has also played some of our favorite characters in all of KDramadom! In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss her roles in Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Dr. Romantic, Pinocchio, The Story of Park's Marriage Contract, and more!(About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid knowing absolutely anything about a show you haven't seen, we recommend skipping to the next segment!)(0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup(20:35) - Speed round: Uncontrollably Fond, Queen Seon Deok, Iljimae, Gu Family Book(39:20) - The Time We Were Not in Love(55:10) - It's Okay That's Love(1:06:40) - Oh My Venus(1:29:05) - Pinocchio(1:41:55) - Extraordinary Attorney Woo - CONTAINS SPOILERS(1:53:25) - Dr. Romantic (seasons 1-3)(2:08:25) - The Story of Park's Marriage Contract(2:20:10) - Favorite Jin Kyung scenes(2:28:05) - Ask Susie UnnithingIf you like this episode, please subscribe and leave us a rating and review!Follow us on Instagram @unnisonoppaspod

KPop Demon Hunters is a MASSIVE success, and the soundtrack topped the charts here in the USA. Geeky Sparkles talks about the movie, and some of her other recent KDrama picks.Watch this podcast episode on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify.CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles.D/REZZED News covers Pixels, Pop Culture, and the Paranormal! We're an independent, opinionated entertainment news blog covering Video Games, Tech, Comics, Movies, Anime, High Strangeness, and more. As part of Clownfish TV, we strive to be balanced, based, and apolitical. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://news.clownfishtv.com/On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTVOn Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvgOn Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629

KPop Demon Hunters is a MASSIVE success, and the soundtrack topped the charts here in the USA. Geeky Sparkles talks about the movie, and some of her other recent KDrama picks. Watch this podcast episode on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. D/REZZED News covers Pixels, Pop Culture, and the Paranormal! We're an independent, opinionated entertainment news blog covering Video Games, Tech, Comics, Movies, Anime, High Strangeness, and more. As part of Clownfish TV, we strive to be balanced, based, and apolitical. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://news.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Past Lives, the acclaimed 2023 film written and directed by Celine Song and starring Greta Lee as Nora Moon, Teo Yoo as Hae Sung, and John Magaro as Arthur. We discuss:How Past Lives explores the Asian diaspora experience, especially the tension and beauty of living between two cultures.The significance of Greta Lee's performance and her fear of speaking Korean, being filmed in 35mm film.The childhood relationship between Na Young and Hae Sung and how their sweet bond sets the foundation for the rest of the story.The scene of their final childhood goodbye on the stairs—symbolic of diverging life paths and emotional separation.The realism of immigration—what is gained and lost when families move to another country, and how that move changes identity and aspirations.The film's exploration of inyeon, the Korean concept of fate or connection, and how it plays out in both romantic and platonic relationships.The emotional Skype calls between Nora and Hae Sung in their twenties and how video calls ultimately weren't enough to keep them together.Arthur's perspective as Nora's husband and how he navigates feelings of inadequacy, jealousy, and his genuine interest in her Korean identity.The triangulated tension during the New York reunion—how Nora, Arthur, and Hae Sung's interactions reveal different types of love and connection.The power of silence and simple gestures, particularly in the final moments between Nora and Hae Sung.Why Nora cries at the end—mourning a love that never was, and the layers of her past that she can never reclaim.Whether Nora and Arthur's marriage is built on love, convenience, or shared experience—and how their synchronized steps at the end suggest a kind of unity.The cinematography's role in enhancing the film's emotional resonance, including scenes of the Brooklyn Bridge, ferry rides, and the iconic closing restaurant sequence.ReferencesGo-Stop - WikipediaYukgaejang - WikipediaKorean Americans - Wikipedia

Welcome back Demon hunters! Brianna, Josh, and Luke sit down to chat about the new smash hit film KPop Demon Hunters. Join them as they chat about the story, characters, music, animation, boy bands, and what they'd like to see in a sequel.  Let us know your favorite character from the movie in the Spotify comments!   Follow Brianna: Instagram @bryngoesglobal   We are looking for new cohosts! if you are interested in joining our team, please reach out to us on Instagram or via email at WUFcohosts@gmail.com.   Special Thanks to this week's sponsor Wild Bill's Soda! Enjoy crisp unique olde fashioned soda flavors anytime with Wild Bill's. Head over to drinkwildbills.com and use code FANDOM10 to get 10% off your purchase!    Do you have suggestions for the show? Do have specific voice actor or creator that you would like us to interview? We would love to hear from you! Feel free to message us.   If you enjoy the show, please rate and review! Follow the show on: Instagram @WhatsUpFandom Twitter @WhatsUpFandomPC YouTube What's Up, Fandom Podcast   Follow Josh @JoshLCain Follow Luke @tatted_triceratops   Tags:  podcast, podcasts, movies, tv, comics, pop culture, fandom, anime, video games, books, kpop, kpop demon hunters, exo, bts, huntrx, saja boys, twice, kdrama, subway

Today's episode is the promised What Went Down episode for Our Unwritten Seoul! I didn't think this would be such a standout moment in dramaland for me this year, but it surprised me. I really thought this drama would be on my drop list after the first two episodes, but I kept picking it up each week. Listen to this episode to find out my final thoughts on Our Unwritten Seoul and why this drama was such a meaningful highlight of my Kdrama year!

The third and final season of South Korean dystopian survival thriller television series Squid Game, marketed as Squid Game 3 and created for television by South Korean writer and television producer Hwang Dong-hyuk, was released on Netflix on June 27, 2025.The season stars Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Wi Ha-joon, Im Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Gyu-young, Park Sung-hoon, Yang Dong-geun, Kang Ae-shim, Jo Yu-ri, Lee David, and Roh Jae-won. In the season, Seong Gi-hun and the players fight for survival in ever-deadlier games. In-ho welcomes the VIPs while his brother Jun-ho continues the search for the island, unaware of a traitor in their midst.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This week we check out the first four episodes of The First Night With The Duke. Come find out our thoughts and if this is a show you need to be watching.You can also find us on X, BlueSky, and Facebook.Click HERE for our show notes.Remember to check out our Patreon which is full of extra content for our Kimchi VIPS!! Come check it out HERE, and make sure you don't miss a single moment of our drama-filled banter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We've got mail! Jonathan and Honey answer your questions about cinema, films, family and everything in between. This week, the two receive some glorious K-Drama recommendations from a listener, they put the world of animation under the microscope, and it's time to stop two-screening: we're not angry, we're just disappointed. Let us know what you think! You can get involved by emailing us at reeltalk@global.com and follow us on Instagram on @reeltalkrossThanks for listening. Listen and subscribe to Reel Talk on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts.

Calling all lovers of subtle-fantasy and Rowoon-lookalike-male leads!!…..Elle and Maddie are here today to talk the first two episodes of Head over Heels, a new fantasy KDrama airing on Amazon Prime. It follows the story of Sung-Ah, a shaman high-school student, who falls in love with a doomed but handsome classmate, Gyeon-woo. She decides that she MUST protect him at all costs and  WE LOVE TO SEE IT. …..We hope you love this Through Two and jump on our Discord chat to talk about it week-by-week with our amazing KDrama community! ……Head over Heels is 12 episodes and is airing this summer on Amazon Prime. If you're new to YA GIRL, we're so glad you're here!! I truly hope you enjoy listening to this podcast! …..Also, check out our sister-pod - THE KDROP: A KPop Podcast - if that's your thing. https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod/ ….. Before you do anything else, FOLLOW YA GIRL ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @yagirl_kdrama pod (⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠)….And Christina just started an exclusive BTS instagram, so give that a follow!   https://www.instagram.com/bts_express_the.kdrop?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== … Finally, jump on  YA GIRL's Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠⁠ https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing the movie Miss Granny, the hit Korean film starring Shim Eun-kyung as Oh Doo-ri, Na Moon-hee as the older Oh Mal-soon, Park In-hwan as Mr. Park, Sung Dong-il as Ban Hyun-chul, and Lee Jin-wook as Han Seung-woo. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap, including One More Time and Raindrop, both performed by Shim Eun-kyung, as well as If You Go to Los Angeles by Rose Motel and Shim Eun-kyung, and nostalgic covers like White Butterfly and Crying in the Night.How the movie blends humor and poignancy, diving into themes of aging, regret, family sacrifice, and how older women become invisible in society.The magical photo studio where Oh Mal-soon transforms back into her 20-year-old self, adopting the name Oh Doo-ri after her favorite star, Audrey Hepburn.The generational conflicts and multigenerational living arrangements, especially the tension between Oh Mal-soon and her long-suffering daughter-in-law Ae-ja.The cultural commentary on Korean society's reverence for elders, contrasted with the modern obsession with youth and beauty.The hilarious and touching portrayal by Shim Eun-kyung, whose physical comedy, mannerisms, and singing won her multiple Best Actress awards, including a Baeksang.How Oh Doo-ri's youthful appearance sparks new attention—from young men on the bus to a budding flirtation with the charming music producer Han Seung-woo.The layered dynamics between Oh Mal-soon, her son Ban Hyun-chul, her grandson Ban Ji-ha, and Grandpa Park, who has loved her since childhood.The memorable musical performances, especially Raindrop, filled with longing and life experience, and how Shim Eun-kyung did her own singing in the film.How the movie reflects on women's worth across the decades, through metaphors comparing women to different types of balls—and the critique of society's gaze.The heartfelt scene when Oh Mal-soon sacrifices her youth to save her grandson by donating blood, embracing her true self and familial love.How Miss Granny touches on themes of parental sacrifice, fulfillment of dreams, and the bittersweet opportunity to "start over"—even if only temporarily.ReferencesShim Eun-kyung - Wikipediahttps://koreancuisinerecipes.com/sengseon-jorim-생선조림/Bingsu - Wikipediahttps://www.koreanbapsang.com/la-galbi-gui-grilled-la-style-short-ribs/Roman Holiday - WikipediaCheongsimhwan - WikipediaKorean Media Age at First Marriage

One of the unnis' most favorite ladies is the focus of this episode! Over her career, Ra Mi Ran has progressed from bit parts in King2Hearts to leads in The Good Bad Mother and Jeongnyeon The Star is Born. Susie and Lynn discuss her performances in these dramas and others, such as Reply 1988 and Avengers Social Club.(About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid knowing absolutely anything about a show you haven't seen, we recommend skipping to the next segment!)(0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup(24:15) - Speed round: King2Hearts, The Heirs, Let's Eat, The Beauty Inside, A Virtuous Business(39:25) - Reply 1988(58:20) - Dr. Park's Clinic(1:10:25) - Avengers Social Club(1:30:10) - Cold Blooded Intern(1:44:20) - The Good Bad Mother(2:02:50) - Jeongnyeon The Star is Born(2:21:40) - Favorite Ra Mi Ran scenes(2:36:35) - Ask Lynn UnnithingIf you like this episode, please subscribe and leave us a rating and review!Follow us on Instagram @unnisonoppaspod

Hiiii um who knew Doyoung had such a hot brother??? ….Maddie and Elle are here to chat about Second Shot at Love, a 12 episode KDrama that just finished airing. This show was soooooo up Elle's alley, and the girls loved seeing yet ANOTHER member of 5URPRISE grace their screens as the ML. (You're still our fav, Kang Tae-oh, don't worry.)….Second Shot at Love is a light-hearted KDrama that touches on some serious topics, mainly alcoholism. It has the fun townie-feel that many love about KDramas, and a heartwarming cast (and secondarily love story that Maddie was obsessed with!!)….The girls would totally recommend this one as a binge-worthy drama that you can dig into this summer!….Second Shot of Love is 12 episodes and can be found on Viki.If you're new to YA GIRL, we're so glad you're here!! I truly hope you enjoy listening to this podcast! …..Also, check out our sister-pod - THE KDROP: A KPop Podcast - if that's your thing. https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod/ ….. Before you do anything else, FOLLOW YA GIRL ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @yagirl_kdrama pod (⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠) … Finally, jump on  YA GIRL's Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠⁠ https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 16 of When Life Gives You Tangerines, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring IU as Oh Ae-sun, Park Bo-gum as Yang Gwan-sik, Moon So-ri as older Oh Ae-sun, and Park Hae-joon as older Yang Gwan-sik. We'll also announce the show that we will recap and analyze in Season 12 of K Drama Chat. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: Theme of Gwan-sik, Looking Back, It Was a Paradise, and It Was Just Sometimes Winter, Sometimes Spring, all by the incredible Park Seong Il.The devastating yet beautiful farewell between Ae-sun and Gwan-sik, as they reflect on their extraordinary life together.How Ae-sun's poem, To the Heart That Leaves Me Behind, encapsulates her enduring love and strength, and how poetry weaves through the show as a symbol of love, regret, and hope.The emotional family moments, including Geum-myeong and Eun-myeong's tearful goodbyes to their father, filled with regret, gratitude, and newfound understanding.How Ae-sun and Gwan-sik finally share their grief over their son Dong-myeong's death, a sorrow that divided them for decades.The heartbreaking yet realistic depiction of aging, illness, and how families rally around each other during difficult times.The surprising reveal that Gwan-sik saved all of Geum-myeong's money, telling us that he cherished the gift of the money, more than the money itself.Geum-myeong's business venture, Ever Study, inspired by her mother's unrealized dreams, and how it speaks to Korea's competitive education system and rural limitations.The beautiful connections that suggest Gwang-rye was reincarnated as Chloe Lee, the editor who publishes Ae-sun's book of poetry, tying together fate and family legacy.How Ae-sun, even after losing Gwan-sik, finds new meaning in life as a teacher at the senior center and as a published poet.Reflections on aging, with Ae-sun's profound observation that you feel the same inside but see an older person in the mirror.Bu Sang-gil's late-in-life flirtations with Yeong-ran and the notion that it's never too late for first love.Our announcement of the show that we will recap and analyze in Season 12 of K Drama Chat.ReferencesMultiple myeloma - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicRheumatoid arthritis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicSocial Support and the Perception of Geographical SlantTtukbaegi - WikipediaKim Kwang Seok on Wikipedia

It is time to shout out all things Asian content. Join Kdrama Jen & Kmuse as they discuss the best BL dramas to celebrate Pride Month, music festivals in Korea, and a mini dive into the classic drama Boys Over Flowers.You can also find us on X, BlueSky, and Facebook.Click HERE for our show notes.Remember to check out our Patreon which is full of extra content for our Kimchi VIPS!! Come check it out HERE, and make sure you don't miss a single moment of our drama-filled banter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 15 of When Life Gives You Tangerines, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring IU as Oh Ae-sun and Park Bo-gum as Yang Gwan-sik as young adults, then Moon So-ri as Oh Ae-sun and Park Hae-joon as Yang Gwan-sik as older adults. We discuss:The song featured during the recap: A daughter becoming a mother like her own by Kim Hyun Do.The powerful opening scene of Gwan-sik panicking during Ae-sun's childbirth and the touching portrayal of new parent fears.Ae-sun's remarkable emotional radar when she realizes Geum-myeong is struggling just by how she packs fruit.The dramatic family argument over Geum-myeong quitting her job and her business aspirations, revealing generational and emotional rifts.Gwan-sik risking everything to start a seafood restaurant and Ae-sun's unwavering support despite her doubts.The emotional note and ultrasound photo reveal: Geum-myeong is pregnant, offering a beautiful full-circle moment between mother and daughter.An intense childbirth for Geum-myeong, mirroring her mother's experiences and bringing them closer.The brilliant character arc of Gwan-sik and Ae-sun, whose hard work and diligence transform their struggling restaurant into a success.The surprising reveal that Gwan-sik once saved a suicidal actress, Jeong Mi-in, who later helps boost their restaurant with a promotional video.Geum-myeong starting her own business, named after her mother's selfless mantra: Whoever, Wherever, Whenever.Yeong-ran's empowerment journey: she starts a real estate business and leaves her cruel husband, backed by financial and emotional support from her mother-in-law.A cultural moment: Korea repays its IMF loans early, reflecting national pride and resilience paralleled in the Yang family's journey.ReferencesPark Ji-sung - WikipediaGuus Hiddink - WikipediaAll In (TV series) - WikipediaChoi Bool-am - Wikipedia

Your noonas have rewritten an ending or two, but that's not what today is about. For this episode, we get to the heart of the matter and talk about what actually makes a good (or not so good) ending. We discuss what happens when a good drama has a bad ending, whether or not a good ending can save a bad drama, and of course, the best and worst (in our opinion) endings in our K-drama experience. Ready to download your first audiobook? Don't forget to click HERE for your free Audible trial.*Audible is a sponsor of Afternoona Delight Podcast*Are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Join our AfterNoona Delight Patreon and find community among folks who get your obsession. And check out www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. And don't forget about the newest member of our network: Afternoona Asks where diaspora Asians living in the West find ways to reconnect to Asian culture via Asian/KDramas.Last but CERTAINLY not least....love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An episode three years in the making! In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss one of Lynn's favorite oppas, the versatile Kwak Dong Yeon and many of his roles including My ID is Gangnam Beauty, Love in the Moonlight, Vincenzo, and Queen of Tears.(About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid knowing absolutely anything about a show you haven't seen, we recommend skipping to the next segment!)(0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup(12:15) - Speed round: Fight for My Way, Our Beloved Summer(20:40) - Puck(32:40) - Radio Romance(57:55) - My ID is Gangnam Beauty(1:31:15) - Love in the Moonlight(1:57:35) - Vincenzo(2:08:15) - Big Mouth(2:20:40) - Queen of Tears(2:30:50) - Favorite Kwak Dong Yeon scenes(2:38:05) - Ask Susie UnnithingIf you like this episode, please subscribe and leave us a rating and review!Follow us on Instagram @unnisonoppaspod

Share Your Thoughts & Send Us A Text! Hi there! We're back to share the latest Kdrama casting and news for June 2025. This month we're celebrating the patron saint of our channel, So Ji Sub, with a deep dive into his career and why we love him so much. We're also discussing our current Kdrama obsessions, including 'Our Unwritten Seoul' and 'Nine Puzzles', plus exciting news like Amazon Prime's first original Kdrama and upcoming military enlistments. Help us work through our feelings about  Kim Go Eun in 'Yumi's Cells 3' and her final series co-starSo much to discuss! Join us!00:00 Introduction and Monthly Updates00:34 Everyone's Obsessed: Unwritten Seoul05:17 Everyone's Obsessed pt 2: Nine Puzzles08:29 K-Drama News and Announcements20:30 Kim GoEun & Yumi's Cells 21:55 Supporting Roles and Upcoming Projects23:22 So Ji Sub: The K Three Origin Story24:51 First Dramas and So Ji Sub's Appeal28:28 Memorable Roles and Performances33:58 Recent Works and Future Prospects39:37 Thanks!! Support the show

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 14 of When Life Gives You Tangerines, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring IU as Oh Ae-sun and Park Bo-gum as Yang Gwan-sik as young adults, then Moon So-ri as Oh Ae-sun and Park Hae-joon as Yang Gwan-sik as older adults. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: “A Rock that never erodes in the sea of my heart” and “Just be a good son, that's all,” both by Park Seong-il, whose work captures the sad, wistful tone of the episode.Our guest Kim Soomin from Virginialicious shares her passion for Korean food and the stories behind her food tours.How Eun Myeong's storyline takes center stage, highlighting the painful dynamics of favoritism, ambition, and parental regret.The cultural and historical context of buncheong stoneware, how Eun Myeong's life was turned upside by a single buncheon statue.Pawnshops, especially during the IMF crisis in Korea.The heartbreaking reasons Eun Myeong started his business, and his desperate need to be seen and loved by his parents.The shocking confrontation between Ae Sun and Cheol Yong's mom, culminating in a dramatic takedown and a contribution toward bail.Gwan Sik's emotional decision to sell his beloved fishing boat to save his son—an act that strips him of pride but is rich in sacrifice.The importance of Gwan Sik's fishing logbooks as both historical records and personal mementos.Ae Sun's rediscovery of her poetic voice, inspired by the poem she once wrote to Gwan Sik.Eun Myeong's silent struggle as he tries to earn money by selling buckwheat jelly and rice cakes, with his father secretly helping behind the scenes.Bu Sang Gil's evolving character arc, revealing regrets, realizations, and attempts at redemption through quiet acts of support.Yeong Ran's announcement that she passed her real estate exam, signaling a new chapter of independence and purpose.ReferencesBuncheong - WikipediaSsireum - WikipediaMuk (food) - WikipediaVirginialicious Food Tours Website.

[Spoiler Alert] Happy Pride Month! Grace discusses the show When Life Gives You Tangerines (2025, Netflix) written by Lim Sang-choon starring IU, Park Bo-gum, Moon So-ri and Park Hae-joon directed by Kim Won-seok. Grace compares the show to the Reply series and how they utilize nostalgia triggering materials and historic markers to hail Korean audiences with retro items. Grace also offers a thorough update as to why she hasn't been podcasting—mostly because she's been adjusting to a whole new life in Wisconsin involving fishing, firearms and teaching. Her guest today is Madison-based comedian Will Franken (@frosty_franken). They talk about the pointlessness of higher education the way it stands, what a good teacher is, how the word “conservative” has changed over the centuries, and which Madison bars on State Street are the worst. Grace's book K-Drama School: A Pop Culture Inquiry into Why We Love Korean Television is available everywhere as a hardcover, paperback, e-book and audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/grace-jung/k-drama-school/9780762485727/⁠⁠ Subscribe to K-Drama School on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kdramaschool and follow @KDramaSchool on Instagram and TikTok. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kdramaschool.com/⁠⁠⁠ to learn more. Email info@kdramaschool.com for any booking inquiries.

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 13 of When Life Gives You Tangerines, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring IU as Oh Ae-sun and Park Bo-gum as Yang Gwan-sik as young adults, then Moon So-ri as Oh Ae-sun and Park Hae-joon as Yang Gwan-sik as older adults. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: “Twenty Years of One Side Love” by Yoon Hyun Kyum and “Third Time's the Charm” by Judah Earl.How this episode captures the parallel dynamics of Geum Myeong's marriage to Chung Seob and her evolving relationship with her father, Gwan Sik.The episode's powerful themes of generational sacrifice, as each generation sacrifices to make things better for their children.The poignant wedding scene, where Yeong Beom watches Geum Myeong from afar; he finally sees Geum Myeong in a wedding dress!The doljanchi (first birthday celebration) of Je Il and the cultural significance of Korean rice cakes and the doljabi ritual.The confrontation between Eun Myeong and his father, revealing resentment and dreams for a different future.Ae Sun's reminder that even “Steelheart” Gwan Sik can be wounded, showing vulnerability with age.The 1997 Asian Financial Crisis and its sweeping impact on Korea that included layoffs, company bankruptcies, and high unemployment.The bittersweet, missed connection at the Cannes Theater between Geum Myeong and Chung Seob, eventually followed by their emotional reunion on the bus!The symbolism of inyeon, fate, and timing in Geum Myeong and Chung Seob's relationship.Cultural details around drinking etiquette in Korea and “Asian flush syndrome.” Gwan Sik's testing of Chung Seob, both at sea and over dinner, and the significance of Chung Seob's quiet acts of love winning over the protective father.The grassroots Gold Collection Campaign in Korea during the IMF crisis and its surprising parallels to U.S. wartime efforts.The wedding of Geum Myeong and Chung Seob, Gwan Sik's heartache in letting go, and the episode's title, “Such An Uneven Love,” as a tribute to the father-daughter bond.The actor, Kim Seon Ho, who plays Chung Seob. We love this actor!ReferencesDoljanchi - WikipediaDoljabi: Unveiling the Cultural Significance of Korean Celebrations.Jin Chan - Wikipedia)1997 Asian financial crisis - Wikipedia.South Korea and the International Monetary Fund - WikipediaPast Lives: This untranslatable Korean word for eternal love has ancient Buddhist rootsDrinking culture of Korea - Wikipedia.Miracle by Kim Seon HoFalling Slowly by Kim Seon Ho