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By: Joanna and Sung Hee

K Drama Chat is a weekly series where we take one Korean (K) Drama each season and and recap and analyze each episode. We're Joanna, Sung Hee and Jen. We love K Dramas and we want to go deep and explore the many layers and meanings of our favorite K Dramas. Here are the shows we've covered: 13.18 - Review of Dynamite Kiss 13.17 - Review of No Other Choice Season 13 - Start-Up 13.7 - 2025 Review of Top Shows, Actors, Actresses, and Scenes Season 12 - Extraordinary Attorney Woo 11.18 - Special Review of Past Lives 11.17 - Special Review of Miss Granny Season 11 - When...

13.18 - Podcast Review of Dynamite Kiss
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Today, we’ll be discussing our special episode on Dynamite Kiss, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Ahn Eun-jin as Go Da-rim, Jang Ki-young as Gong Ji-hyeok, Kim Mu-jun as Kim Seon-u, Woo Da-vi as Yoo Ha-young, and a fantastic supporting cast. We discuss:

The songs we featured during the recap: Don’t Give It Up by BBGirls, Love Is by Sondia, and Face to Face by The Stray, plus a shoutout to the instrumental The Moment You Hold by Byung Dong Wook. Why this show felt...


13.17 - Podcast Review of the Movie "No Other Choice"
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03/27/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing a special episode of K Drama Chat featuring No Other Choice, the hit movie starring Lee Byung Hun as Yoo Man Soo, Son Ye Jin as Yoo Mi Ri, and a host of other incredible Korean actors. We discuss:

Celebrating K Drama Chat turning four years old  Our reactions to watching the BTS concert live on Netflix and its deep connection to Korean culture, including the meaning behind “Arirang” Why No Other Choice feels like a movie for our times, especially in light o...


13.16 - Podcast Review of Episode 16 of Start-Up
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03/20/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 16 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In-jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: “To Me” by Jeong Eun Ji, “Care About You” by K.Will, and “Bright Future” by Park Se Jun and Kim Min Ji. Joanna’s New York trip, her Korean barbecue dinner with Ernabel at...


13.15 - Podcast Review of Episode 15 of Start-Up
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03/13/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 15 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo-hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon-ho as Han Ji-pyeong, Kang Han-na as Won In-jae, and Kim Hae-sook as Choi Won-deok. We discuss:

The songs we featured during the recap: “Love Me Like You Used To” by Kassy, “Regret Will Remain the Reason” by Park Sejun and Kim Minji, and “A Story I Couldn’t Tell You” by Lee Nyeom. Joanna’s new weekly music spotlight: “We Pray” by Coldplay an...


13.14b - Podcast Review of the Movie Past Lives (Rerun)
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03/06/2026

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We were supposed to publish episode 13.15, an episode recapping and analyzing episode 15 of the hit K Drama Start-Up. We’ve had some technical difficulties, so instead, we are republishing episode 11.18, the episode where we analyze the movie Past Lives by Celine Song. Thanks for your patience. We’ll be back to Start-Up next week! 

Original show notes:

Today, 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, a...


13.14 - Podcast Review of Episode 14 of Start-Up
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02/27/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 14 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do San, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In Jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We discuss:

The songs we featured during the recap: My Dear Love by Suzy, Merry Go Round by Kim Dong Hyeok, Tears of Piano by Park Sejun Listener Jeff’s comment about Yong San’s revenge arc — was it a red...


13.13 - Podcast Review of Episode 13 of Start-Up
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02/20/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 13 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do San, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In Jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We discuss:

The songs we featured during the recap: Dream by Jamie, Ransomware by Kim Dong Hyeok, Remind by Park Sejun Joanna’s epic night at the TWICE concert at Capital One Arena — 21,000 fans, multi-generational crowds, and how “Takedown...


13.12 - Podcast Review of Episode 12 of Start-Up
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02/13/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 12 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo-hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon-ho as Han Ji-pyeong, Kang Han-na as Won In-jae, and Kim Hae-sook as Choi Won-deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: Love Letter by BOL4, In the Same Way or Another by Park Sejun, and Without Your Letter by Lee Nyeom.The fallout of the 2STO deal and how Samsan Tech’s lack of legal, financial, and strategic guidance led...


13.11 - Podcast Review of Episode 11 of StartUp
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02/06/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 11 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo-hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon-ho as Han Ji-pyeong, Kang Han-na as Won In-jae, and Kim Hae-sook as Choi Won-deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: Two Words by Wendy (of Red Velvet), Swing and Sand by Kim Dong-hyeok, and What Girls Do by Park Se-jun & Song Je-gyom.The emotional fallout for Han Ji-pyeong as he confronts the human cost of his words, especially in...


13.10 - Podcast Review of Episode 10 of Start-Up
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01/30/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 10 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In Jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: Lonesome Diary by Sandeul, We Want To Be Like You by Park Sejun, and Without Your Letter by Lee Nyeom.The many confessions in this episode, especially by Han Ji Pyeong an...


13.9 - Podcast Review of Episode 9 of Start-Up
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01/23/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 9 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji-pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In-jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won-deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: “Bluebird” by Ailee, “Love Designer” by Park Se-jun, and “Cupcake” by Park Se-jun and Kim Min Ji.The heartbreaking story behind Nam Do-san’s Math Olympiad win and how it defined his identity and self-worth.Seo D...


13.8 - Podcast Review of Episode 8 of Start-Up
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01/16/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 8 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In Jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We also discuss Yoo Su Bin, the actor who plays Lee Chul San, and Kim Do Wan, the actor who plays Kim Yong San. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: “Even for a Moment” by CHEEZE, “My Past” by...


13.7b - Podcast Review of Episode 7 of Start-Up
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01/09/2026

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 7 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo-hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon-ho as Han Ji-pyeong, Kang Han-na as Won In-jae, and Kim Hae-sook as Choi Won-deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: My Love by Davichi, Maybe You Know It by Park Se-jun, and Alchemist by Park Se-jun.The startup terms "burn rate," "nut," and "valuation" and how they relate to Samsan Tech’s financial situation.How Dal-mi bombards Ji-pyeong with...


13.7 - Our Top KDramas, Actors, Scenes and Songs from 2025
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01/02/2026

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Today, we take a quick break from Start-Up, the K Drama we're recapping and analyzing in Season 13 of K Drama Chat, to reflect on the best K Dramas of 2025. We share our top 5 shows, actors, actresses, scenes, and songs of the year—and we hear from YOU, our amazing listeners! We discuss:

The listener-favorite and TIME Magazine’s top K Drama of 2025: When Life Gives You TangerinesSongs we loved in 2025The top shows of our listeners. We hear from:MrsDJQIrmaChristineMalcolmShineSueErnabelOur personal top 5 shows and honorable mentionsA special trea...


13.6 - Podcast Review of Episode 6 of Start-Up
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12/26/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 6 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In Jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We discuss:

The songs we featured during the recap: Where Is Dream by 10CM, Maybe You Know It by Park Sejun, and Game Room by Park Sejun. We also shared insights into 10CM’s music career and unique vocal styl...


13.5 - Podcast Review of Episode 5 of Start-Up
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12/19/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 5 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In Jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: "Running" by Gaho and "Shake Shake."The intense and emotional hackathon that tests our characters’ ambition, determination, and self-worth.Seo Dal-mi’s rising ambition and her impressive performance as the new CEO of...


13.4 - Podcast Review of Episode 4 of Start-Up
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12/12/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 4 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo-hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon-ho as Han Ji-pyeong, Kang Han-na as Won In-jae, and Kim Hae-sook as Choi Won-deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: “I Know” by Seunghui, Jiho, and Yubin, and “Let’s Go To Sandbox” by Kim Dong Hyuk.The history and meaning behind Korea's first snow superstition and how it shows up in K Dramas and real life.Netflix’s evolution an...


13.3 - Podcast Review of Episode 3 of Start-Up
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12/05/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 3 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In Jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: One Day by Kim Feel and Dream a Dream by Park Sejun. Kim Feel’s music is soulful and widely featured in K Drama OSTs.Joanna’s trip to Europe, highlights from N...


13.2 - Podcast Review of Episode 2 of Start-Up
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11/28/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 2 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo-hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon-ho as Han Ji-pyeong, Kang Han-na as Won In-jae, and Kim Hae-sook as Choi Won-deok. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: “Day and Night” by Jung Seung Hwan and “Start-Up” by Kim Dong Hyeok.The parallels between this episode and Cyrano de Bergerac, with a mysterious letter-writer and mistaken identity.The warmth and complexity of the relationship between Choi Won-deok a...


13.1 - Podcast Review of Episode 1 of Start-Up
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11/21/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 1 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo-hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon-ho as Han Ji-pyeong, Kang Han-na as Won In-jae, and Kim Hae-sook as Choi Won-deok. We discuss:

The songs we featured during the recap: “Future” by Red Velvet and “A Small Post Box of Hope” by Park Se-jun.The heartbreaking and hopeful relationship between Han Ji-pyeong and Choi Won-deok, who gives him a place to stay and helps launch his future.The idea t...


12.18 - Podcast Review of Bon Appétit, Your Majesty
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11/14/2025

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Today, we’re doing a special episode on Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Lee Chae Min as King Yi Heon and Im Yoon A as Yeon Ji Yeong. We are joined by the amazing Ernabel Demillo to discuss:

The featured song during the recap: I Find You by Do Young.How Bon Appétit, Your Majesty is a light-hearted, romantic, and food-filled drama inspired by the dark reign of King Yeonsangun.The show’s unique blend of historical fiction, time travel...


12.17 - Special Episode About the Art and Science of Screenwriting with Ellen Sullivan
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11/07/2025

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Today, we have a special episode of K Drama Chat where we’re joined by longtime listener, friend, and screenwriter, Ellen Sullivan. We talk about the art and science of screenwriting and how the best K Dramas follow—or creatively depart from—dramatic structure to deliver compelling, emotional stories. In this episode, we discuss:

The shows that are heavily spoiled in this episode: Crash Landing On You, Mr. Queen, Mr. Sunshine, When the Phone Rings, and Captivating the King.Ellen’s background as a screenwriter and technical writer...


12.16 - Podcast Review of Episode 16 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
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10/31/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 16, the finale, 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 Geurami, Kang Ki-young as Jung Myung-seok, and Joo Jong-hyuk as Kwon Min-woo. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: Dance with a Best Friend by Roh Young Sim and Beyond My Dreams by Sunwoojunga.The Wall Street Journal article that explores the wide spectrum of autism and how th...


12.15 - Podcast Review of Episode 15 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
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10/24/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 15 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-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: Prom Dance by Roh Young Sim and Brave by Kim Jong Wan.How this episode is a cautionary tale about phishing and spear phishing, with a detailed breakdown of cyberattacks an...


12.14 - Podcast Review of Episode 14 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
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10/17/2025

Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 14 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 we featured during the recap: Blue Night of Jeju Island (instrumental version) and Whale Is by Roh Young Sim.How this episode focuses more on the personal journeys of Woo Young-woo and Attorney Jung, rather than the legal case itself.The powerful contrast between the Ha...


12.13 - Podcast Review of Episode 13 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#13
10/10/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 13 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-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: The Blue Night of Jeju Island by Park Eun-bin and Unanswered Questions by KOOW.The legal case centered around a 3,000 won admission fee to Hwangjisa Temple, and how it raises qu...


12.12 - Podcast Review of Episode 12 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#12
10/03/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 12 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 Geurami, Kang Ki-young as Jung Myung-seok, and Joo Jong-hyuk as Kwon Min-woo. We discuss:

The songs featured during the recap: “One Two Three Young Woo” by Jo Byeong Hyeon and “H” by Roh Young Sim. The first is quirky, while the second is melancholy.The political and ethical complexity of Hanbada’s...


12.11 - Podcast Review of Episode 11 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
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09/26/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 11 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, Joo Hyun-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: Overture and Junho Being Brave (Let me be your hug chair) by Roh Young SimThe legal case about three gambling friends and a disputed lottery ticket—and the moral, ethical, and...


12.10 - Podcast Review of Episode 10 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
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09/19/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 10 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 we featured during the recap: “Young Woo’s Heart (Hard to Read Your Mind)” by Roh Young Shim and “Spring Love” by Jo Nam Wook.The complex legal and ethical dimensions of a quasi-rape case involvi...


12.9 - Podcast Review of Episode 9 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#9
09/12/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 9 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: “Young Woo Baragi Junho” by Jo Nam Wook and “A Whale in a Frame” by Roh Young Sim.The Pied Piper case, which critiques Korea’s intense academic pressure on children and...


12.8 - Podcast Review of Episode 8 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#8
09/05/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 8 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: Cunning Min Woo by Daniel Ri, From Whale by Roh Young Shim.How this is the pivotal episode wh...


12.7 - Podcast Review of Episode 7 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#7
08/29/2025

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 7 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 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: the instrumental version of “Inevitable” by Suzy and “We Are the Hanbada Crew” by Daniel Ri.Our special guest, att...


12.6 - Podcast Review of Episode 6 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#6
08/22/2025

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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 Wo...


12.5 - Podcast Review of Episode 5 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#5
08/15/2025

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Today, 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 ca...


12.4 - Podcast Review of Episode 4 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#4
08/08/2025

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Today, 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.Ko...


12.3 - Podcast Review of Episode 3 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#3
08/01/2025

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Today, 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 “speed...


12.2 - Podcast Review of Episode 2 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#2
07/25/2025

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Today, 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 Ko...


12.1 - Podcast Review of Episode 1 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
#1
07/18/2025

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Today, 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 alternativ...


11.18 - Podcast Review of the Movie Past Lives
#18
07/11/2025

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Today, 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 foun...


11.17 - Podcast Review of Miss Granny
#17
07/04/2025

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Today, 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.Ho...