Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time Podcast
Jiwon Yoon, Ph.D.Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time explores Korean culture, history, society, food, books, politics, and everyday life through stories rich with context and heart. Hosted by writer and former media studies professor Jiwon Yoon, Ph.D., and developed with Jihyun Lee (Yao), the podcast brings research, warmth, and storytelling to the Korean stories behind the headlines. New listeners may want t... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 64 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationSociety & Culture | |||
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Yes, I did say I was taking a break last week. And yet, here I am in your feed again. (Life comes at you fast, especially during the summer.)
In this special, highly personal episode of Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time, I am sitting down wit... more
What if convenience has a night shift?
In this Season 1 finale of Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time, I look at Korea’s culture of speed through the people who make everyday convenience possible: delivery workers, warehouse workers, cleaners, ... more
What if the most dangerous factory floor in South Korea had no walls?
In 2022, a food delivery platform claimed the number one spot for industrial accident insurance filings in South Korea — and has held it every year since. It beat out shipyards, c... more
You’ve seen the map. You’ve watched the little dot move toward your door. You’ve opened the bag without thinking twice about who carried it there.
This episode is here to make you think twice.
In this companion episode to this week’s newsletter, “T... more
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A thoughtful exploration of Korean culture, history, and everyday life through deeply researched storytelling. Across episodes, topics such as labor, urban life, food, family, caregiving, and social change are examined with historical context, personal narratives, and cultural analysis. The show frequently centers on how systems—work, food culture, gender, and policy—shape everyday experiences, often highlighting overlooked workers and ordinary people. Notable for its warm, narrative approach and scholarly grounding, it offers listeners a rich lens into modern Korea and its evolving social fabric, making it a strong fit for audiences seeking nuanced cultural insight and thoughtful commentary.
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this podcast launched a year ago and published 64 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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