Korean. American. Podcast

This week Jun and Daniel explore the annual calendar of holidays and events in both Korea and America. Through a quiz format and month-by-month discussion, our hosts compare how each country celebrates its major holidays, from Lunar New Year and Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) in Korea to Thanksgiving (American Mid-Autumn Festival) and Independence Day in America. They also explore deeper cultural differences revealed through these celebrations, like Korea's declining adherence to traditional customs versus America's enthusiastic embrace of holiday traditions. If you're interested in learning about the differences between Korean and American federal holidays, how modern Korea is moving away from traditional celebrations, why Koreans prefer practical value over symbolic traditions, or how holidays reflect broader cultural values like individualism versus collectivism, tune in to hear Daniel and Jun discuss all this and more! This week's episode also touches on topics like birthday celebrations, wedding anniversaries, as well as generational differences. Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/koreanamericanpodcast] As a reminder, we record one episode a week in-person from Seoul, South Korea. We hope you enjoy listening to our conversation, and we're so excited to have you following us on this journey! Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=99211862 Follow us on socials: https://www.instagram.com/koreanamericanpodcast/ https://twitter.com/korampodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanamericanpodcast Questions/Comments/Feedback? Email us at: koreanamericanpodcast@gmail.com

This week Jun and Daniel discuss major news headlines from October and November 2024. From cultural controversies surrounding Dongduk Women's University and the 4B movement, to Korea's surging soft power with Blackpink’s Rosé topping the music charts and Han Kang winning the Nobel Prize for Literature, our hosts explore how these events reflect and impact Korean society. They examine the nuances of how feminism is accepted by society differently in Korea than America, discuss Korea’s passing obsession with bitcoin, and discuss how Korean culture is being exported globally through music, literature and more. If you're interested in understanding the cultural tensions around feminism in Korea, how cryptocurrency and investment culture differs between Korea and America, or what it means for Korea to top global soft power rankings, tune in to hear Daniel and Jun discuss all this and more! This week they also touch on the viral success of Rosé's "아파트" (APT), share their personal Bitcoin stories, and debate whether Korea's current cultural momentum can last. Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/koreanamericanpodcast] As a reminder, we record one episode a week in-person from Seoul, South Korea. We hope you enjoy listening to our conversation, and we're so excited to have you following us on this journey! Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=99211862 Follow us on socials: https://www.instagram.com/koreanamericanpodcast/ https://twitter.com/korampodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanamericanpodcast Questions/Comments/Feedback? Email us at: koreanamericanpodcast@gmail.com

This week Jun and Daniel discuss sports culture in Korea and America, prompted by their recent experience attending a KBO (Korean Baseball Organization) playoff game together. Through comparing stadium experiences, fan behavior, player salaries, and cultural attitudes towards athletics, our hosts explore deeper societal differences between the two countries - from how Koreans view sports more as entertainment versus Americans' intense competitive spirit, to contrasting approaches to women's sports and mixed-gender athletics. What does wildcard, semi-playoffs, and playoffs mean in the context of Korean baseball? What is the topic of many of Daniel’s conversations with more Americanized Korean Koreans? Is there a difference between ‘hwaiting’ (화이팅) and ‘paiting’ (파이팅)? If you're interested in any of these topics or questions, tune in to hear Daniel and Jun discuss all this and more! Also in this episode, Daniel shares his hot takes on NBA star Steph Curry, and Jun reveals his childhood connection to the Samsung Lions baseball team. Note: This episode was recorded on October 24, 2024 and includes references to events that may feel anachronistic by the time of publication. Thank you for understanding! So Meta [https://lucamindcoach.com/podcast] Inspiring stories of resilience: overcoming struggles, finding purpose, transforming lives Listen on: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-meta/id1766902794]   Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1lBpkaAvQ4YYvPpR5jQRTm] Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/koreanamericanpodcast] As a reminder, we record one episode a week in-person from Seoul, South Korea. We hope you enjoy listening to our conversation, and we're so excited to have you following us on this journey! Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=99211862 Follow us on socials: https://www.instagram.com/koreanamericanpodcast/ https://twitter.com/korampodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanamericanpodcast Questions/Comments/Feedback? Email us at: koreanamericanpodcast@gmail.com

This week Jun and Daniel risk it all by using the charged 2024 US presidential election as a reason to compare and discuss the political systems and landscape in Korea and America. Our hosts attempt to discuss politics while remaining as neutral as possible, covering topics like the two-party system, campaign financing, big tech's political leanings, and the unique characteristics of conservative and progressive parties in both countries. They also explore the complex relationship between the US and Korea, from military presence to economic dependencies. If you're interested in learning about how the Electoral College works, why Korean presidents often end up in jail after their terms, what drives young Korean men to become more conservative, or how tech companies navigate political waters differently in Korea versus America, tune in to hear Daniel and Jun discuss all this and more! Also in this episode, Daniel shares his personal struggles with voting and political engagement, while Jun explains the intricacies of Korea's political history and its path to democracy. So Meta [https://lucamindcoach.com/podcast] Inspiring stories of resilience: overcoming struggles, finding purpose, transforming lives Listen on: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-meta/id1766902794]   Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1lBpkaAvQ4YYvPpR5jQRTm] Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/koreanamericanpodcast] As a reminder, we record one episode a week in-person from Seoul, South Korea. We hope you enjoy listening to our conversation, and we're so excited to have you following us on this journey! Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=99211862 Follow us on socials: https://www.instagram.com/koreanamericanpodcast/ https://twitter.com/korampodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanamericanpodcast Questions/Comments/Feedback? Email us at: koreanamericanpodcast@gmail.com

This week Jun and Daniel continue their discussion of listener comments and reactions from social media, blogs, and other platforms. They explore the complex topic of Korean American identity, diving into experiences of discrimination, dual cultural belonging, and what it means to be a "third culture kid." The hosts also tackle comments about Korean driving habits, luxury goods consumption, and reactions to seeing their faces for the first time. Through these discussions, they reflect on deeper cultural nuances between Korea and America, from optimization mindsets to social status signaling. If you're interested in understanding the unique challenges and perspectives of Korean Americans, hearing thoughtful responses to listener feedback, or learning about Korean society's relationship with efficiency and luxury goods, tune in to hear Daniel and Jun discuss all this and more! This week Daniel also shares his healing moment from a supportive blog comment after a difficult experience, while Jun offers insights into Korean society's complex relationship with Korean Americans and challenges some common assumptions about cultural differences. So Meta [https://lucamindcoach.com/podcast] Inspiring stories of resilience: overcoming struggles, finding purpose, transforming lives Listen on: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-meta/id1766902794]   Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1lBpkaAvQ4YYvPpR5jQRTm] Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/koreanamericanpodcast] As a reminder, we record one episode a week in-person from Seoul, South Korea. We hope you enjoy listening to our conversation, and we're so excited to have you following us on this journey! Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=99211862 Follow us on socials: https://www.instagram.com/koreanamericanpodcast/ https://twitter.com/korampodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@koreanamericanpodcast Questions/Comments/Feedback? Email us at: koreanamericanpodcast@gmail.com