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K-Drama School

Grace Jung
K-Drama
Mental Illness
Mental Coach Jegal
Daily Dose Of Sunshine
K-Dramas
My Demon
Korean Culture
Self-Love
Destined With You
Emotional Health
Mental Health
Like Flowers In Sand
Captivating the King
She Would Never Know
Buddhism
Manic Depression
The Bequeathed
Doctor Slump
Into the Sunlight
Cast Away Diva

K-Drama School is hosted by comedian, writer and media scholar Grace Jung who analyzes a new Korean TV drama every week and contextualizes it according to its social, cultural and historical significance. Let Grace school you in K-Dramas! Visit kdramaschool.com to learn more. Follow @kdramaschool on Instagram and TikTok!

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[Spoiler Alert] Grace has a couple of show date announcements: On Monday, December 1st at 7:30PM, she’s performing at Crystal Lake in Brooklyn, New York for the Not a Boy Not a Girl Comedy Show. On Thursday, December 18th at 8PM she’s performing at T... more

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Grace has a few tour dates to announce. She will be giving a book talk on K-Drama School: A Pop Culture Inquiry into Why We Love Korean Television at Hudson Valley Books for Humanity in New York on November 21st at 5PM and another at Big Red Books in... more

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[Spoiler Alert] Grace discusses the show Virtuous Business (2025, JTBC) written by Choi Bo-rim and directed by Jo Woong, starring Kim So-yeon. She unpacks the brief history of how Western sex toys entered the South Korean market and compares facts wi... more

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[Spoiler Alert] Grace discusses the show Our Unwritten Seoul (2025, tvN) starring Park Bo-young, Park Jin-young and Ryu Kyung-soo, written by Lee Kang and directed by Park Shin-woo. Grace discusses the tremendous actresses on this show including Park... more

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Jason Kutz
Musician and songwriter, part of several music projects
Spectaculous, Mr. Chair
Episode: K-Drama School – Ep 201: Bon Appetit Your Majesty and Light with Jason Kutz
Min Joo Lee
Assistant professor in the Asian Studies Department at Occidental College
Occidental College
Episode: K-Drama School - Ep 200: The Prescriptive Role of K-Drama Rom-Coms with Min Joo Lee
Breanne Wilhite
Local comedian from Madison, Wisconsin, runner-up for Madison's Funniest Comic
Episode: K-Drama School – Ep 199: Virtuous Business and White Dr. Phil with Breanne Whilhite
Dean Evans
Clown teacher and actor who trained with renowned clown masters.
Episode: K-Drama School – Ep 198: Our Unwritten Seoul and Background Actors with Dean Evans
DJ BP Lar
DJ and curator from Bangkok, Thailand, now living in Madison
Episode: K-Drama School – Ep 197: Heavenly Ever After and Orange Mini Cooper with DJ BP Lar
Oscar Fuentes
A brilliant clown and performance artist based in Los Angeles.
Episode: K-Drama School – Ep 196: When the Stars Gossip and an Ode to Eve with Oscar Fuentes
Josh Glen
Madison-based comedian and show producer
Cheshire Cat Comedy Collective
Episode: K-Drama School – Ep 195: Tastefully Yours and Karaoke King with Josh Glen
Will Franken
Madison-based comedian and friend of Grace Jung.
Episode: K-Drama School – Ep 194: When Life Gives You Tangerines and Letting Love Win with Will Franken
Tobias Hauser
Comedian based in Berlin
Episode: K-Drama School – Ep 161: My Demon and Ally McBeal with Tobias Hauser

Host

Grace Jung
Host and comedian who analyzes K-dramas with a unique perspective, blending humor with insightful cultural analysis.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    I first heard Dr. Grace Jung when she was a guest on the Bechdel Test. Her insightful discussion of the context behind Parasite was so interesting, but I KNEW I had to follow her work after she masterfully addressed the white guilt and “othering” that the BT hosts constantly resorted to while mispronouncing the Korean actors’ names. Here, Dr. J discusses fascinating aspects of K Dramas, and provides context that speaks to both newbies and enthusiasts alike. I feel like I learn so much from these... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ahc4959
    United States3 years ago
  • Feels like bait and switch

    I downloaded episode 86 expecting to hear a discussion about the show Extraordinary Attorney Woo. Instead there was only 5 minutes dedicated to it at the beginning. The next hour and half I have no idea what that was.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    philpang
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    I first heard Dr. Grace Jung when she was a guest on the Bechdel Test. Her insightful discussion of the context behind Parasite was so interesting, but I KNEW I had to follow her work after she masterfully addressed the white guilt and “othering” that the BT hosts constantly resorted to while mispronouncing the Korean actors’ names. Here, Dr. J discusses fascinating aspects of K Dramas, and provides context that speaks to both newbies and enthusiasts alike. I feel like I learn so much from these... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ahc4959
    United States3 years ago
  • Good When It’s about Kdramas

    This show is great. The host is great. The guests are hit or miss—more miss when it devotes a lot of time to White male views of the world. This is more of a comedy industry podcast, which is fine. Just know what it is.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Chin Kim
    United States4 years ago
  • great analysis and great explanation

    Gives context for shows and explains complex cultural ideas in very simple and understandable ways; great food for thought!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    QRC noobie
    United States4 years ago

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Overall, the podcast is well-received for its educational value, especially regarding mental health and personal growth themes that emerge from K-drama narratives.
Many enjoy the humor and light-hearted banter but express some dissatisfaction when episodes stray too far from K-drama content.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and the host's ability to connect K-dramas to broader cultural themes.

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K-Drama School - Ep 200: The Prescriptive Role of K-Drama Rom-Coms with Min Joo Lee
Q: How would you classify your mode of methodology?
I would categorize it primarily as ethnography combined with analyzing online fan spaces and media texts.
K-Drama School - Ep 200: The Prescriptive Role of K-Drama Rom-Coms with Min Joo Lee
Q: How do you view the prescriptive role of rom-coms in society?
Rom-coms have a social role and they inform how men behave in relationships, as they present models of masculinity that involve being present and caring without sexual pressure.
K-Drama School - Ep 200: The Prescriptive Role of K-Drama Rom-Coms with Min Joo Lee
Q: How did you find that there was a group of young women from North America, from Western Europe who were traveling to Korea?
I initially was interested in doing research on Hallyu tourism in general and then realized that these young women spend a lot of their time on Tinder and going out to clubs and bars, which hasn't been extensively studied before.
K-Drama School – Ep 198: Our Unwritten Seoul and Background Actors with Dean Evans
Q: What do you think about the role of emotions in performance?
Expressing emotions like anger and fear can be powerful when done correctly, and it's important to invite the audience into that experience.
K-Drama School – Ep 198: Our Unwritten Seoul and Background Actors with Dean Evans
Q: What drew you to clowning in performance art specifically?
I was introduced to mime in college, which led to my interest in clowning as a form of visual storytelling.

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What is K-Drama School about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content primarily focuses on analyzing Korean dramas, providing listeners with insightful discussions on various themes such as cultural context, social issues, and character development. Episodes often feature guests, including comedians and creatives, who share their perspectives on the dramas and broader societal narratives. This approach creates a blend of education and entertainment, making it appealing for both K-drama enthusiasts and newcomers. The podcast stands out for its ability to weave humor with critical analysis, allowing listeners to engage deeply with the content while enjoying a lighthearted atmosphere.

With a mix of personal reflections and thematic explorations, the show not only dissects K-dramas but also connects t... more

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Recent guests on K-Drama School include:

1. Jason Kutz
2. Min Joo Lee
3. Breanne Wilhite
4. Dean Evans
5. DJ BP Lar
6. Oscar Fuentes
7. Josh Glen
8. Will Franken

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