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Discover North Korea

Zoe Discovers
North Korea
Rason
Tourism
Pyongyang
Pyongyang International Film Festival
Koryo Tours
Travel
Social Media
Covid-19
Bend It Like Beckham
North Korea Tourism
Cultural Exchange
Pyongyang Marathon
Censorship
South Korea
Russia
Bollywood
Cinema
Dandong
Photography

Ever wondered what North Korea is really like? We discuss and discover undiscovered aspects of North Korea from people who have been there multiple times. Discover unreported North Korea with Zoe from Zoe Discovers, and guests from a variety of backgrounds, countries, and political opinions..!

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I chat to North Korea film expert Nick Bonner, who's attended every PIFF since 2002, for some insider knowledge on everything from how to process works to cute anecdotes like how acting can lead to getting yourself a husband.

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Just me on the show today as I get a bit passionate about a topic close to home; content creation on North Korea. As much as I have my qualms with some of the content that has come out from Rason and the Pyongyang Marathon - I don't believe it was 'i... more

Anna and I talk about some of the interesting content that has come out online since the marathon and what it's like to produce 'normal' or 'mundane' nuanced content on North Korea, away from the sensationalist headlines.

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I get together with Greg at the Beijing office for an impromptu meet-up and discuss all things behind the scenes at the Pyongyang Marathon.

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Nick Bonner
Founder and director of Koryo Tours, with extensive experience in the film industry related to North Korea.
Koryo Tours
Episode: Ep. 43 Pyongyang International Film Festival (w/ Nick Bonner)
Anna Pelova
Content creator focused on travel and experiences around the world; aims to visit every country.
Episode: Ep. 41 Content Creation in North Korea (with special guest Anna Pelova)
Kim Hyang
Local tour guide from RRT Travel Company
RRT Travel Company
Episode: Ep. 37 The One Where I Take You To North Korea (Rason, Pt. 3)
Veronika Kochetkova
A traveler and photographer with a passion for showcasing unique destinations.
Travel photographer and social media influencer
Episode: Ep.32 What is it like to visit North Korea now?

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Zoe Discovers
Host of Discover North Korea, sharing unique insights and experiences from repeated travels to North Korea. Provides an honest and personal perspective on the country's culture and tourism dynamics.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Yay North Korea!

    If you like gulags, famine, State TV, slave labor, tuberculosis, and nuclear winter, then this is the podcast for you!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mitch n Murray
    United States2 months ago
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    antonrosenfeld
    9 months ago
  • Some very interesting information in there but quite repetitive and rambling at times.

    Podcast Addict
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    antonrosenfeld
    9 months ago
  • Awesome Podcast!

    Sometimes I like to take a deep dive into North Korea and I love how real this podcast is. It’s not click bait, it’s honest and portrays North Korean people in a way that the western media wouldn’t dare do because it would pull in views. I’m sad that the last episode was from 2023. Zoe, if you see this I hope you start podcasting again once you get to go back to North Korea. As an American I will have to live vicariously through you until relations between countries change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabstaghoul
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dangerous Narrative

    I request a North Korean defector as a “special guest” to provide a counter viewpoint of someone who was raised there. I gave it a shot to make sure I wasn’t judging before I listened, but I believe promoting tourism to a country with deplorable human rights is disgusting and dangerous.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Anniemarie234567
    United States2 years ago

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Critics point out the controversial nature of discussing tourism in North Korea, arguing it can overlook human rights issues.
Some feedback highlights concerns regarding the host's presentation style, indicating a need for more clarity and pacing during discussions.
Listeners appreciate the raw and honest portrayal of North Korea, contrasting mainstream media narratives.

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Ep. 43 Pyongyang International Film Festival (w/ Nick Bonner)
Q: How accessible is the film festival for the average Pyongyanger?
Access for Pyongyang citizens to film tickets can vary; popular films may sell out and require queuing, while access to the opening and closing ceremonies may require special invitations.
Ep. 43 Pyongyang International Film Festival (w/ Nick Bonner)
Q: Could you mention two very interesting things there?
The festival features films from across the world and serves as one of the only opportunities for the North Korean public to watch foreign films.
Ep. 41 Content Creation in North Korea (with special guest Anna Pelova)
Q: What is your experience of the countryside?
The countryside has poorer places than Pyongyang but also has a variety of lifestyles similar to other countries.
Ep. 41 Content Creation in North Korea (with special guest Anna Pelova)
Q: What country 105 was? Where did you go after North Korea?
Anna went to Moldova after visiting North Korea.
Ep. 37 The One Where I Take You To North Korea (Rason, Pt. 3)
Q: If there is one thing that you want to let people know about your country, what is it?
Maybe the happiness, our people's happiness and their lives, and of course, the greatness of respected Marshal Kim Jong Un.

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This podcast explores the multifaceted realities of North Korea through firsthand experiences, insightful discussions, and personal anecdotes. The content frequently focuses on tourism in the country, particularly the evolving dynamics impacted by social media, influencers, and the overarching governmental control. Episodes often include diverse perspectives from other guests, shedding light on content creation, cultural exchanges, and the complexities faced by tourists and content creators alike in showcasing the identity of North Korea beyond sensationalized narratives. The host, alongside various contributors, presents a unique combination of personal travel stories and critical reflections on the portrayal of the country in global media... more

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