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Ask Me About Kpop

Ask Me About Kpop
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Have you ever been curious about Kpop, but don’t know where to start? Or are you a huge Kpop fan with no one else to geek out with about it? Lucky for you, best friends Shannon & Angélica love talking about Kpop more than anything! Tune into Ask Me About Kpop each week for Kpop history, vocabulary words, great music, and of course some good old fashioned fangirling.

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Latest Episodes

Even though this was our most checked-out of Kpop year yet, we couldn't possibly let the year go un-commemorated. So we got together IN THE SAME ROOM :sob emoji: to just chitty chat about the Kpop that we DID listen to this year, and it wasn't nothin... more

OMG HI!!!! Did you miss us?!?! We couldn't stay gone forever and we especially couldn't ignore such an important tradition! It wouldn't be a proper year of Kpop if we don't run down all the girl group debuts!! So please enjoy this extra long episode ... more

A 'please wait for us' hiatus announcement from your favorite 7 year old group...

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Somehow we haven't done a song battle episode in over a year?? So we felt like we needed to make it bigger and better by starting with 15 songs instead of 10! That makes it MEGA! And we made the Patreon patrons help us choose the winners of this batt... more

Last weekend a seemingly impossible Kpop dream more than 12 years in the making came true. This is a recounting of our attendance at SMTOWN LA 2025 to the best of our memory which is spotty because our hearts and minds were lost in Kwangya.

See our ... more

Ooops, it's a weird Friday episode! Last time we went 20 years into the past, and instead of coming all the way back to the present we're only gonna skip 10 and make a stop in an incredible year of Kpop, 2015.

This is the full audio version with th... more

Ooops, it's a weird Friday episode! Last time we went 20 years into the past, and instead of coming all the way back to the present we're only gonna skip 10 and make a stop in an incredible year of Kpop, 2015.

This is the commentary only version, y... more

We're heading back 20 years ago once again, and this time it's a more barren landscape than we're used to. Rock bands and ballad singers are dominating the charts and the music shows, and the Soompi archive is broken so we're blind to any fun news st... more

Key Facts

Contact Information
Podcast Host

Recent Guests

Kevin Woo
K-pop idol and actor
The group We Gather
Episode: Ep. 293: AMAK Movie Club - Seoul Switch (2025)
Chikk Bell
Multi-platinum songwriter known for her work in Kpop
Episode: Ep. 272: Writing 'Monster' Hits with Chikk

Hosts

Shannon
Host and one of the central figures, known for her enthusiastic and knowledgeable take on K-pop discussions. She brings personal anecdotes and strong fandom connections to the episodes.
Angélica
Co-host and a passionate K-pop enthusiast, contributing her insights and humor to the podcast. She shares her love for K-pop while engaging with fans and listeners.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 582 ratings
  • I can’t

    I can’t listen as hosts react and review negatively to one boy group specifically in this episode and previous episodes.The negativity is unwarranted.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    88cloudy
    Canada2 years ago
  • My favorite kpop podcast!

    This is my favorite podcast, hands down. These ladies work so hard to create informative, engaging, and super fun content. I think this podcast is totally accessible for long-time fans of kpop, or newbies! Aside from the in depth research and information, I think the best thing about this podcast is the friendship between Shannon and Angelica. They are hilarious, warm, and completely genuine. Every episode makes me feel like I’m hanging out with friends. S&A are knowledgeable and open to sharing... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gennanicole
    United States3 years ago
  • the best kpop podcast!! 💗

    amak is truly spectacular. if you like kpop, or even if you are just curious about it, this is the show for you. i’ve been listening for about a year, and amak has become a highlight of my week. i love how i’ve been able to grow as a kpop stan / get more into & learn more about kpop through this show, in fact i’ve become a deep shawol, a once & a monbebe because of it. if you like kpop, even if you don’t think you’re a podcast person, listen to this show, it’s incredible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Macgdog
    United States4 years ago
  • Each week on Wednesdays, the co-hosts of Ask Me About Kpop (AMAK) engage with their listeners to talk about various aspects of the K-pop fan experience. They have a vast supportive audience who work together to maintain a wiki about the show, too! You'll enjoy listening to their podcast because they encourage you to "geek out" about the content and learn new things.

    Podchaser
    5
    Ashley Griffin
    4 years ago
  • 😩❤️

    Thank for talking about MONSTA X

    My favorite group❤️ I really liked it thank you and of the others,don’t even say it’s beautiful 😻❤️❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    changhyung<3
    Mexico4 years ago
  • My favourite podcast at the moment

    This is a great podcast to listen to if you’re just getting into kpop and want to learn more about it. The episodes are very informative and comprehensive and the sound quality is amazing. I came for the Taemin episode but it’s quickly become my favourite podcasts. The hosts are both really funny and entertaining and it’s clear they both have a great amount of love for kpop. Highly recommended

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I have regrets
    Australia4 years ago
  • Really entertaining and fun

    It is nice to find international K-pop fans. These hosts are super fun and cool and are genuinely fans of k-pop. It is enjoyable to hear their experience and reactions.

    I listen to this one and other Kpop podcasts. I go to the other ones when I want to listen to music analysis and more accurate & professional information or facts. I do not think that this podcast is claiming to provide those.

    However as an art, music and fashion enthusiast, I found that the hosts are shorts in professional a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frenchfitnesschick
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • I understand a Little bit

    So I don’t understand a lot because I am German but the words that I can understand are funny.

    Good Podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    olloppejdufjwkwjwiqikfikdo
    Germany5 years ago
  • oh yea baby

    i love this podcast! you all are so kind and passionate and thoughtful. i’m becoming more of a shawol because of you, haha, and appreciating other groups too! so thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    siqbal839
    United States5 years ago
  • AMAK is awesome

    I recently discovered this podcast and binged it. If you are interested in kpop this podcast is for you. The hosts do a great job with researching and including examples in the podcasts. I have discovered some great new music by listening to them and I have learned so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mypaperheart
    United States5 years ago
  • My favorite kpop podcast!

    This is my favorite podcast, hands down. These ladies work so hard to create informative, engaging, and super fun content. As a result, I think this podcast is totally accessible for long-time fans of kpop, or newbies!

    Aside from the in depth research and information, I think the best thing about this podcast is the friendship between Shannon and Angelica. They are hilarious, warm, and completely genuine. I love listening to them because I don’t have anyone to fangirl with, so every episode fe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gennanicole
    United States5 years ago
  • A fantastic listen on a meta-full music environment

    I started to enjoy this podcast when I saw that they cater to old and new k-pop fans alike (I’m relatively new). I started to really enjoy them when they handled delicate topics with nuance and care. Then they bashed capitalism. I’m in love with this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gambitt
    United States6 years ago
  • Best kpop podcast

    So much fun and also very informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lmao898979897
    Norway6 years ago
  • Biased hatred towards certain groups.

    Everyone has a favorite group and biases. But after listening to nearly every episode it is very clear to me you have a deep hatred of girl groups and particularly TWICE. Every episode there is without fail an offhanded remark to demean TWICE as a group or to belittle their fanbase.

    If you don’t like TWICE thats fine, but stop bringing them up every episode to make hateful comments towards them. In episodes that have no relation somehow TWICE is brought up just to be ridiculed. Whether its the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    yuumi72
    United States6 years ago
  • The best KPOP podcast

    Unbiased opinion, funny, witty... just the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leeeeeee-o
    Canada6 years ago

Listeners Say

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There are mixed feelings about the hosts' critiques of certain groups, with some fans feeling their opinions could be overly negative.
The hosts are recognized for their chemistry and humor, creating a friendly atmosphere that resonates with the audience.
Overall, listeners express gratitude for the podcast's engaging content and their sense of belonging to a K-pop community.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its accessible approach to K-pop, making it enjoyable for both newbies and longtime fans.
Many reviews highlight the informative nature and depth of research presented in discussions, showing a blend of entertainment and education.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 271: Discover Weeekly
Q: What do you think makes After School such a special song?
The nostalgia from reminiscing about when we were students in school.
Ep. 271: Discover Weeekly
Q: What was the song or idol or group that made you want to be an idol?
Various members mentioned IU and BTS, reflecting their inspirations.
Ep. 272: Writing 'Monster' Hits with Chikk
Q: Can you tell us about writing for SHINee?
She described the collaboration on the song 'Trigger' and how she joined a songwriting camp where the foundational work was already laid out for the song.
Ep. 272: Writing 'Monster' Hits with Chikk
Q: What is your Kpop origin story?
Chikk Bell shared her journey starting in 2013 with US records and how she transitioned to Kpop after writing for a songwriting camp in South Korea after being invited by Harvey Mason Jr.

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This podcast serves as a vibrant space for K-pop enthusiasts, striking a balance between die-hard fans and newcomers eager to learn. The hosts share their personal experiences and reflections on K-pop, highlighting significant events, trends, and artists within the genre. Episodes often focus on specific themes, such as the impact of notable comebacks and the evolving landscape of girl groups, while also fostering a sense of community among listeners through interactive elements like fan votes and social media engagement. The conversational style is marked by humor, warmth, and genuine enthusiasm, making it a relatable and entertaining source of K-pop commentary.

One standout feature is the hosts' ability to approach both historical and co... more

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