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11.1 - Podcast Review of When Life Gives You Tangerines

Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 1 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. We discuss: The song featured during the recap: Midnight Walk by d.ear. The song feels nostalgic and represents Ae-sun’s longing for the past. The deeper themes of family, love, and survival that make this show feel unique compared to other historical K Dramas. The emotional opening with an elderly Ae-sun reflecting on the word "eomma" (mom) and how it carries deep significance throughout her life. The realistic and historical setting of Jeju Island, which makes this drama feel different from the more fantastical K Dramas we have covered before. The contrast between the English title, When Life Gives You Tangerines , and the Korean title Pokssak Sogatsuda , which means "You’ve worked hard" in Jeju dialect. The introduction of young Ae-sun and Gwan-sik and how their childhood relationship sets the foundation f...
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10.13 - Special 1-Episode Review of When The Phone Rings

Today, we’ll be discussing the special filler episode on When The Phone Rings , the over-the-top, twist-filled K Drama starring Yoo Yeon-seok as Baek Sa-eon, Jeon Yeo-been as Hong Hee-joo, and Kim Ji-seok as Ji Sang-woo. We discuss: The songs we featured during the recap, including: Homme Fatale – the dramatic track playing when Baek Sa-eon struts into a room Say My Name performed by Yoo Yeon-seok in the finale The absolutely bonkers premise: a high-profile political spokesperson secretly married to his childhood love, who he keeps hidden from the world, and whose existence triggers a web of blackmail, kidnapping, and revenge plots. The layers of hidden identities — from Baek Sa-eon being a secret replacement for the original Baek Sa-eon, to Hong Hee-joo living her life pretending to be mute, all due to family politics and trauma. The stunning reveal that Baek Sa-eon is not only adopted but actually the son of his own grandfather. The selective mutism plotline — how Hong ...

10.12 - Podcast Review of See You In My 19th Life

Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 12 of See You In My 19th Life , the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Shin Hye-sun as Ban Ji-eum, Ahn Bo-hyun as Moon Seo-ha, Ha Yoon-kyung as Yoon Cho-won, Ahn Dong-goo as Ha Do-yoon, and Cha Chung Hwa as Kim Ae-gyeong. We discuss: The songs featured during the recap: Star by Colde Starlight by Max Shin Europe by Kim Jin Ah Childhood by Kim Jin Ah The satisfying, bittersweet ending where Ban Ji-eum chooses to forget her past lives, ultimately freeing herself from the curse she placed on herself in her first life. The emotional weight of Ban Ji-eum’s decision — giving up her memories to protect her loved ones — and how it mirrors the choices we sometimes have to make in life to move forward. How Moon Seo-ha steps up in this final episode, taking on the role of comforter and guide for Ban Ji-eum, showing his growth from passive and traumatized to a strong, supportive partner. The beautiful inyeon between Ban Ji-eum, Moon Seo-ha, Yoon Cho-w...

10.11 - Podcast Review of Episode 11 of See You In My 19th Life

Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 11 of See You In My 19th Life , the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Shin Hye-sun as Ban Ji-eum, Ahn Bo-hyun as Moon Seo-ha, Ha Yoon-kyung as Yoon Cho-won, Ahn Dong-goo as Ha Do-yoon, and Cha Chung Hwa as Kim Ae-gyeong. We discuss: The songs featured during the recap: Shaman by HEO, What by Sol Han, and I’ll Embrace Your Past by Ahn Bo-hyun. Shaman is eerie and haunting, while What adds a frantic, comic energy. I’ll Embrace Your Past is especially meaningful as Seo-ha accepts Ji-eum’s past lives and vows to stay by her side. How Ji-eum finally discovers the truth about her first life—it wasn’t Seo-ha’s past self, Master Han Ya, who killed her sister Seol, but Master Cheon Un, Kang Min Gi’s past self. The heartbreaking revelation that Ji-eum herself placed the curse to remember her past lives, fueled by rage and grief after Seol’s death. Kang Min Gi’s role as a guide for those trapped in the cycle of reincarnation. He helps others find...

10.10 - Podcast Review of Episode 10 of Se You In My 19th Life

Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 10 of See You In My 19th Life , the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Shin Hye-sun as Ban Ji-eum, Ahn Bo-hyun as Moon Seo-ha, Ha Yoon-kyung as Yoon Cho-won, Ahn Dong-goo as Ha Do-yoon, and Cha Chung Hwa as Kim Ae-gyeong. We discuss: The songs we featured during the recap: Forgotten by HEO Possessed by Jeong Nahyeon The evocative and moody nature of the instrumentals in this drama, enhancing the mystery and dramatic elements. The significance of white buckwheat flowers in Goblin and how they symbolize love, as reminded by a listener. Exciting news about a potential K Drama Chat meet-up in Tokyo on March 28, possibly coinciding with cherry blossom season! The slow unraveling of Ban Ji-eum’s first life through fragmented flashbacks and the increasing mystery surrounding her past relationships. Moon Seo-ha’s transformation from emotionally detached to a more animated and warm character. The major revelations about Ban Ji-eum’s first life: She ...