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Crash Landing On You
Queen Of Tears
Yoon Se-Ri
North Korea
Seo Dan
David Yoon
Captain Ri
DMZ
K Drama
Se-Ri
South Korea
Kim Soo-Hyun
Captain Ri Jyeong-Hyeok
Ri Jyeong-Hyeok
K Dramas
Hong Hae-In
Baek Hyun-Woo
Korean Drama
Kim Jung-Hyun
Gu Seung-Joon

K Drama Chat is a weekly series where we take one Korean (K) Drama each season and and recap and analyze each episode. We're Joanna, Sung Hee and Jen. We love K Dramas and we want to go deep and explore the many layers and meanings of our favorite K Dramas. Here are the shows we've covered: 13.18 - Review of Dynamite Kiss 13.17 - Review of No Other Choice Season 13 - Start-Up 13.7 - 2025 Review of... more

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Today, we’ll be discussing a special episode of K Drama Chat featuring No Other Choice, the hit movie starring Lee Byung Hun as Yoo Man Soo, Son Ye Jin as Yoo Mi Ri, and a host of other incredible K... more

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 16 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In-jae, an... more

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Today, we’ll be discussing Episode 15 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo-hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon-ho as Han Ji-pyeong, Kang Han-na as Won In-jae, an... more

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We were supposed to publish episode 13.15, an episode recapping and analyzing episode 15 of the hit K Drama Start-Up. We’ve had some technical difficulties, so instead, we are republishing episode 1... more

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Ernie Bell
Guest, longtime friend of the show and co-host in some episodes
Episode: 13.14b - Podcast Review of the Movie Past Lives (Rerun)
Tim McLoughlin
Managing partner at Cofounders Capital
Cofounders Capital
Episode: 13.13 - Podcast Review of Episode 13 of Start-Up
Stephanie Lee
Actress known for her role as Jung Sa-ha in Start-Up.
Episode: 13.7b - Podcast Review of Episode 7 of Start-Up
Ernabel Demillo
Department Chair of the Communication and Media Culture Department at St. Peter's University
St. Peter's University
Episode: 12.18 - Podcast Review of Bon Appétit, Your Majesty
Ellen Sullivan
Screenwriter and longtime listener of K Drama Chat
Episode: 12.17 - Special Episode About the Art and Science of Screenwriting with Ellen Sullivan
Joo Hyun-young
Actress who plays Dong-geun Ami
Episode: 12.11 - Podcast Review of Episode 11 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Joo Jong-hyuk
South Korean actor known for his role as Kwon Min-woo in Extraordinary Attorney Woo.
Episode: 12.10 - Podcast Review of Episode 10 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Kim Soomin
Founder of Virginialicious, which offers Korean food tours
Virginialicious
Episode: 11.14 - Podcast Review of Episode 14 of When Life Gives You Tangerines
Jang Hye-jin
South Korean actress known for her role in the Academy Award-winning film Parasite
Episode: 11.12 - Podcast Review of Episode 12 of When Life Gives You Tangerines

Hosts

Joanna
Host of K Drama Chat; co-host across many seasons; strong emphasis on cultural and linguistic insights.
Sung Hee
Co-host and long-time contributor, brings research-driven analysis and cultural context.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 184 ratings
  • Awesome podcast

    Love this podcast. Brought to you by 2 professionals and their friends. Compared to other k drama podcasts, the ladies who produce this are mature and well spoken. Rather than a group of friends getting together and talking about their lives and discuss the episode, the duo goes deep. The additional researched content that they share is something I absolutely love. If you’re looking for a podcast that breaks down the episodes with cultural and history context then this is it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boy and Shama
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I have been searching for a podcast that breaks down episodes of my favourite show and I really appreciate the varying perspectives of Joanna and Sung Hee. I appreciate their insights and love for the genre. Highly recommend for K-drama fans!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TuesdayGrey
    United States2 months ago
  • The best

    I started my kdrama obsession in 2023. After trying several podcasts on kdramas, this is the only one I listen to now. The soothing voices of the hosts, their thorough research on each and every issue regarding the South Korean culture, their sense of humor, all draw me in. I learn so much about South Korea through this podcast. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tngocl
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent podcast, long time listener! Well-prepared, cozy discussions on Korean dramas. Also great community of listeners and fans.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Toska
    5 months ago
  • My favorite Kdrama podcast

    This podcast with Joanna and Sung-Hee is hands down my favorite kdrama podcast – and has spoiled me for other podcasts! I discovered it when searching for content about When Life Gives You Tangerines, and I was hooked. I’ve even put kdramas on my watchlist that weren’t necessarily on my radar just because they were covered on the podcast. (I’m not looking forward to the day when I’m caught up on all episodes…) Their content is pure quality, as well as entertaining – great recaps, insightful anal... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gracek51921
    United States7 months ago

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Newcomers often say it's the best deep-dive among K-drama podcasts, with high production quality.
Listeners praise the hosts' warmth, clear delivery, and deep preparation.
Fans value the cultural and linguistic explanations that enhance understanding of each show.
Episodes are consistently entertaining and educational, making complex topics accessible.

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12.17 - Special Episode About the Art and Science of Screenwriting with Ellen Sullivan
Q: What would you say the setup is for Crash Landing On You?
The setup introduces Yoon Suri as a successful entrepreneur and Captain Ri in North Korea, culminating in a freak tornado that brings Suri into North Korea, where she meets Captain Ri.
12.17 - Special Episode About the Art and Science of Screenwriting with Ellen Sullivan
Q: So Ellen, how did you get introduced to K Dramas?
Ellen was introduced to K Dramas by her friend Brian who eventually recommended shows like My Mister, Mr. Sunshine, and Crash Landing On You.
12.7 - Podcast Review of Episode 7 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Q: Malcolm, what does it mean to enjoin the project?
To enjoin the project means to halt it while the issue is being decided in court.
12.7 - Podcast Review of Episode 7 of Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Q: Malcolm, can you comment on the government's ability to just decide to build a road or subway through a town and displace people?
This relates to the concept of eminent domain, which allows the government to take private property for public purposes, requiring compensation at fair market value.
11.16 - Podcast Review of Episode 16 of When Life Gives You Tangerines
Q: What did you think of this episode?
This episode was hard and emotional; it beautifully brought the story full circle.

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K drama analysis with strong emphasis on cultural context, language notes, and OST, delivered through structured episode recaps and thoughtful character and theme explorations. Listeners can expect deep dives into plot, social issues, and historical background, often tying stories to broader Korean culture and contemporary life. The show stands out for its warm, knowledgeable hosts who bring research, clear explanations, and a collaborative vibe, making it accessible for new fans while rewarding for long-time viewers. A notable strength is the consistent focus on background context, music, and language, enriching the viewing experience across a wide range of popular series and special reviews.

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1. Ernie Bell
2. Tim McLoughlin
3. Stephanie Lee
4. Ernabel Demillo
5. Ellen Sullivan
6. Joo Hyun-young
7. Joo Jong-hyuk
8. Kim Soomin

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