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KOREA PRO Podcast

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South Korea
Democratic Party
Lee Jae-Myung
People Power Party
Yoon Suk-Yeol
National Assembly Speaker Position
Samsung Electronics
South Korean Politics
China
Special Prosecution
South Korea-Japan Relations
Nuclear Weapons
Jun Young-Hyun
April 10 General Election
Semiconductors
Liberty Unification Party
Yoon Sung-Yeol
Rebuilding Korea Party
Kim Gun-Hee
Green Justice Party

A weekly conversation about the most important news in politics, business, economy and society shaping South Korea right now. A quick, smart and to the point briefing hosted by KOREA PRO’s Jeongmin Kim and John Lee.

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In this episode of The Korea Pro Podcast, Jeongmin, John and Joon Ha unpack a fast-moving week for South Korea’s economy and diplomacy. They begin with the U.S. Federal Reserve’s quarter-point rate cut — the first since Dec. 2024 — and analyze how t... more

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In this episode of The Korea Pro Podcast, Jeongmin, John and Joon Ha examine a turbulent stretch for U.S.-ROK relations and President Lee Jae-myung 100-day-old administration. They start with the dramatic ICE raid on Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy... more

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In this episode of The Korea Pro Podcast, John and Lina examine a turbulent week for South Korea’s trade, defense and domestic agenda. They discuss how a U.S. appeals court ruling against Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs threatens to upend Washingto... more

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In this episode of The Korea Pro Podcast, Jeongmin, John and Joon Ha break down the first summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung. They analyze how a last-minute social media post from Trump nearly derailed... more

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Recent Guests

John Delury
Historian of modern China and expert on U.S.-China relations on the Korean Peninsula.
Episode: John Delury on China’s strategy for South Korea under Lee Jae-myung — Ep. 90
Darcie Draudt
Fellow of Korean Studies at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: Special episode with Darcie Draudt-Vejares: Lee faces a Trumpian ally — Ep. 84
Keon Jun Lee
Co-founder and CEO of Brandazine
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Episode: Keon Jun Lee on building a brand-tech startup in South Korea — Ep. 80
Colin Marshall
Seoul-based essayist, broadcaster, and public speaker with over 10 years of experience in Korea.
Episode: Colin Marshall on why South Korea’s politics resist Western labels — Ep. 75
Andrei Lankov
A leading authority on North Korean studies and professor at Kookmin University.
Korea Risk Group
Episode: SPECIAL: Korea Pro & NK Pro joint briefing on Yoon’s impeachment fallout — Ep.65
Jumin Lee
A US trial lawyer and contributing analyst at Korea Pro.
Los Angeles-based law firm
Episode: SPECIAL: Korea Pro & NK Pro joint briefing on Yoon’s impeachment fallout — Ep.65
Joon Ha
Contributor providing insights on military drills and incidents
KOREA PRO
Episode: Tariff battles, botched military drill and South Korea’s inflation woes — Ep. 64
Andrew Yeo
Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Center for Asia Policy Studies and SK-Korea Foundation Chair in Korean Studies at Brookings
Brookings
Episode: Special episode with Andrew Yeo: Trump 2.0 and alliance challenges — Ep. 50
Joon Ha Park
Junior news reporter
KOREA PRO
Episode: Diplomatic faux pas, challenging trade deals and deepfakes — Ep. 37

Hosts

Jeongmin Kim
Host of KOREA PRO Podcast, Executive Director of Korea Risk Group and moderator of discussions.
John Lee
Host of KOREA PRO Podcast and Editor of KOREA PRO.
Joon Ha Park
Host of KOREA PRO Podcast.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Great Podcast - Listen for John Lee's Wit

    This weekly podcast not only is informative but the interaction between John Lee and Jeongmin Kim is priceless. When John gets on a roll it is entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cesare Beccaria
    United Statesa year ago
  • A fantastic podcast. I am so happy it isn't behind a paywall. Having listened to the NK News Podcast for years I am familiar with the insight and knowledge of one of the hosts but the other is new to me and he brings the knowledge and opinions fast and with wit. Their rapport is obvious. I will listen to the back catalog and then listen every week from here on out.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Realpodaholic
    2 years ago
  • Great to see this start!

    Good work Jeongmin and John!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LondontoSeoul
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great way to stay informed while traveling

    Jeongmin and John’s succinct and informative analysis is a great way to stay abreast of the most important stories coming out of South Korea. Subscribe and keep listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JGREENKR
    Canada2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the discussions, acknowledging the hosts' ability to present complex topics in a clear, engaging manner.
Many find it an excellent resource for understanding South Korea's current affairs, particularly its political landscape.
The rapport between the hosts is often highlighted as entertaining and valuable, making the podcast enjoyable as well as informative.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#90
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#148
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#169
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#194
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

John Delury on China’s strategy for South Korea under Lee Jae-myung — Ep. 90
Q: What kind of international risk is Lee taking if he decides to go despite the rewards that he might be getting?
Delury articulates that going to a military parade in China carries significant symbolic risks, particularly regarding perceptions in South Korea and among international observers.
John Delury on China’s strategy for South Korea under Lee Jae-myung — Ep. 90
Q: How do you read why that statement was out or what it meant?
Delury interprets the statement about China and South Korea's elections as calculated, reflecting concerns over Chinese influence in South Korean politics.
John Delury on China’s strategy for South Korea under Lee Jae-myung — Ep. 90
Q: What is a pattern that you see, regardless of the administrations that China uses, when they see a new South Korean administration?
John Delury outlines Xi Jinping's pattern of trying to establish good relations with new South Korean administrations, highlighting reciprocal gestures.
John Delury on China’s strategy for South Korea under Lee Jae-myung — Ep. 90
Q: Why don't you just start by introducing yourself a little bit above the stellar version of a bio that I just introduced what you have been up to in the past here, particularly being in Europe, how that shaped your views on East Asia and geopolitics?
Delury discusses his experiences in Europe, shaping his insights on East Asia and geopolitics, indicating he has been monitoring the area while living abroad.
SPECIAL: Korea Pro online briefing on Yoon’s removal from presidency — Ep.70
Q: Looking at this from a political system analysis perspective, what does this unanimous ruling tell us about their institutional role in Korea's democratic system?
This ruling indicates a moment of calm and stability in the political system, reaffirming the court as a trusted institution despite recent uncertainties.

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Frequently Asked Questions About KOREA PRO Podcast

What is KOREA PRO Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly briefing focuses on the most significant developments in South Korea's politics, business, economy, and society. With hosts who bring insightful and succinct commentary, listeners can expect to stay informed on the critical events and trends influencing the region. The conversations often tackle sensitive topics such as governmental responses to economic challenges, international relations involving South Korea, and social issues that resonate within the country, making it a potentially valuable resource for those seeking to understand the broader implications of these stories on both a local and global scale. Unique to this discussion is the hosts' ability to foster engaging dialogues that illuminate the complexities of South Kore... more

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1. John Delury
2. Darcie Draudt
3. Keon Jun Lee
4. Colin Marshall
5. Andrei Lankov
6. Jumin Lee
7. Joon Ha
8. Andrew Yeo

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