Culture Analysis

Sep 27 2024 41 ep. 18 mins 1

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Expert’s in-depth analysis on Korea’s current culture trend. DJ: Lina Kwon Guest: Isaac Kim

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29th Busan International Film Festival

Sep 27 2024 21 mins

Issac Kim, Global Head of Content at Y LAB will tell us about the 29th Busan International Film Festival, featuring 224 films from 63 countries, and its comeback under new leadership after last year's turmoil, as BIFF aims to rebrand itself and elevate its status in the global film industry.

2024 MTV VMAs

Sep 13 2024 20 mins

Issac Kim will tell us about the 2024 MTV VMAs, where Taylor Swift broke Beyoncé’s record for most solo VMA wins, and Blackpink’s Lisa made her solo debut performance at the award show.

Hallyu Wave's Global Rise and Key Moments

Aug 30 2024 21 mins

Issac Kim will tell us about the evolution of Korea's Hallyu wave, which started with popular dramas and films in Asia and has since grown to achieve global recognition, celebrating key turning points for Hallyu actors on the 21st anniversary of Arirang Radio.

Major Summer Comebacks

Aug 16 2024 22 mins

Issac Kim will tell us about the latest in K-pop, including major summer comebacks, a recent merch scandal, and the industry's future expansion plans.

Robert Downey Jr. and Russos Brothers returns

Aug 02 2024 20 mins

Issac Kim will tell us about Marvel Studios bringing back Robert Downey Jr. and the Russo brothers for the next two Avenger films, seeking to recover from 2023's flops.

Backlash Over Celebrities' Excessive Security

Jul 19 2024 16 mins

Issac Kim will tell us about the severe backlash against actor Byeon Woo-seok's excessive security measures at Incheon International Airport, which prompted an apology from his management agency and a complaint filed by a netizen to the National Human Rights Commission.

Inside Out 2 Thrives, Naver Webtoon joins Nasdaq

Jul 05 2024 19 mins

Issac Kim will tell us about the evident changes in the entertainment industry, focusing on the significance of Inside Out 2's box office success amid sluggish theater performances and Naver’s Webtoon Entertainment's goals with its Nasdaq debut.

Inside Out 2 Raises Questions for Pixar's Future

Jun 14 2024 19 mins

Issac Kim will tell us about Pixar's "Inside Out 2" hitting local theaters this week, following Riley into her complicated puberty years, and explore the challenges of sequels and whether this release foreshadows a potential existential crisis for Pixar.

TikTok Testing 60-Minute Video Uploads

Jun 07 2024 15 mins

Issac Kim will tell us about TikTok's pivot to allowing 60-minute videos, a trial feature that signals changes in the content environment.

Nighttime Activities in Jeju

Jun 06 2024 18 mins

We dive into the enchanting world of nighttime activities in Jeju. Let's find out what makes Jeju nights so special. - Seogwipo Astronomical Science & Culture Center, Jejumok-Gwana Government Office 'Gyullim Yahang', Dongmun Night Market