How I Met My KDrama

Sara Rosett
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✨ Every Kdrama viewer has an origin story.  We dive into how we discovered Kdramas and the shows that have stolen our hearts.☂️Kdrama is our Roman Empire.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Why K-dramas Are Modern Jane Austen: Slow Burn Romance and Yearning Heroes with Belinda Kroll

    💬 Get in Touch! Share your Kdrama origin story. S3 E35 / Belinda Kroll, indie author and illustrator (cozy romantasy for Jane Austen fans!) and OG Kdrama lover, joins me to talk about slow burn romance, the Hallyu wave, and kimchi-making.  🎯 We explore the parallels between Kdramas and classic Jane Austen—yearning romances and the creative tension that comes from societal constraints.  🥇And we have a list of comfort-watch dramas. Plus we discuss tropes like the competent heroine, the yearning hero, the dreaded forced separation. ✅ Spoiler Free episode. Enjoy! Currently Watching: Tastefully YoursPerfect Crown Reply 1988  Dramas Mentioned:  Rooftop Room CatCoffee PrinceFull HouseI Am Not a RobotMy Holo LoveBecause This is My First LifeMystic Pop-up BarGoblinHotel del LunaOh My GhostAtypical FamilyRomance is a Bonus BookSailor MoonNodame Cantabile (possibly - let me know if this isn’t the correct title. We we weren’t sure of the title)Turn to Me, Mukai-Kun (S3 E32: Turn to Me, Mukai-kun, A Slice of Life Jdrama https://www.buzzsprout.com/2435348/episodes/18752474)QuartetBusiness ProposalK-pop Demon Hunters AustenLand Links: Belinda Kroll’s website: https://worderella.com/ Sara Rosett's Jane Austen-inspired mystery series: Death in the English Countryside (Book 1 in the Murder on Location series): https://books2read.com/countryside/ Thanks for listening! Let me know what you thought: 💬 Send me a text   ☂️ How I Met My Kdrama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howimetmykdrama 🔎 Website about my mystery books: SaraRosett.com 📚Buy my books direct and save: SaraRosettBooks.com 📖 SaraRosett Instagram (mostly bookish posts): https://www.instagram.com/sararosett

    41 min
  2. Quirky Kdrama Recommendations

    16 APR

    Quirky Kdrama Recommendations

    💬 Get in Touch! Share your Kdrama origin story. S3 E34 / Ever struggled to pick your next Kdrama? I'm sharing my most unconventional Kdrama recommendations—a mash-up of books, movies, and classic tropes to help you (or a new drama-watcher) find the perfect show.  🤪 I think of it as my Bonkers Kdrama Recommendation Engine.  This solo episode is packed with offbeat, creative ways to find your next favorite drama.  🍱 Whether you love literary classics, rom-coms, mysteries, or fairy tale retellings, there’s something here for you.  ✅ Spoiler Free episode. Enjoy!  🎯 Do you have weirdly perfect, off-the-wall recommendations? I want to hear them. Tap this link to text me your quirky Kdrama recs—bonus points for unique inspiration. Currently Watching/Upcoming Shows Mentioned: The Practical Guide to LoveStill ShiningGimbap and OnigroniPerfect CrownTokyo MPD PR Unit 2Thanks for listening! Let me know what you thought: 💬 Send me a text   ☂️ How I Met My Kdrama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howimetmykdrama 🔎 Website about my mystery books: SaraRosett.com 📚Buy my books direct and save: SaraRosettBooks.com 📖 SaraRosett Instagram (mostly bookish posts): https://www.instagram.com/sararosett

    26 min
  3. Favorite Gateway Kdramas with Reggie

    3 APR

    Favorite Gateway Kdramas with Reggie

    💬 Get in Touch! Share your Kdrama origin story. S3 E33 / Reggie, Kdrama fan and host of A Life of Learning podcast, joins me to talk about favorite Kdramas.  🏆 We explore why the one-season "done and dusted" format is so addictive, and how Kdramas stack up against western shows in terms of story structure, emotional payoff, and satisfying endings. 📊 We delve into the pros and cons of using buzz and online rankings to evaluate Kdramas and curate a watch list.  👏 And we list our favorite gateway and "heavyweight" Kdramas, overlooked gems, top tropes (including slow-motion falls, the dramatic U-turn, and product placement galore), and why rewatching is nearly impossible when the watch list is endless. ⚠️ Mostly Spoiler Free episode. Spoilers are called out.  Our wide-ranging conversation touches on the following shows:  Gangnam BeautyShine on MeErasedMy MisterSummer StrikeIdol ILove MeWhen the Phone RingsCrash Landing on YouI Can Hear Your VoiceI’m Not a RobotGentleman’s DignityOur Unwritten Seoul  Hello My TwentiesIt’s Okay not to be OkayReply 1988Descendents of the SunStrong Woman Do Bong SoonExtraordinary Attorney WooWhen Life Gives you TangerinesStart UpTrue BeautyMy Father is StrangeDr. RomanticHospital PlaylistBusiness ProposalCall it LoveResetDo you like Brahms?The King’s Affection 🔗 Links 10 Reasons We Watch Kdramas; https://pod.link/1516507572/episode/MTdjZTdkNDAtOThmMS00NTljLTlmMmMtOTQ5MDdlNmJkZjJi Beginners Guide to Kdramas Part I: https://pod.link/1516507572/episode/NmJkZmJhYjYtYjNiNS00MTcxLWI4M2ItNzRjMDRiODJmMTA0 Beginners Guide to Kdramas Part II: https://pod.link/1516507572/episode/N2E0NWQ2ZjMtMzBiOS00Zjg5LTgyYTMtNWQxNWU3OWViZDAx Thanks for listening! Let me know what you thought: 💬 Send me a text   ☂️ How I Met My Kdrama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howimetmykdrama 🔎 Website about my mystery books: SaraRosett.com 📚Buy my books direct and save: SaraRosettBooks.com 📖 SaraRosett Instagram (mostly bookish posts): https://www.instagram.com/sararosett

    58 min
  4. Turn to Me, Mukai-kun: A Slice of Life Japanese Drama (Spotlight)

    26 FEB

    Turn to Me, Mukai-kun: A Slice of Life Japanese Drama (Spotlight)

    💬 Get in Touch! Share your Kdrama origin story. S3 E32 / Christina from the YA Girl’s Kdrama podcasts joins me to spotlight the heartfelt slice-of-life Japanese drama, Turn to Me, Mukai-kun.    ⛩️ We explore the unique rhythms of Jdramas vs. Kdramas, sharing first-timer impressions, the cultural nuances of relationships, and what makes slice of life stories in both countries so universally relatable—and Christina shares how her recent trip to Japan colored her viewing. 🫶 We break down the show's memorable dating “eras,” the lovable (and awkward) characters, Mukai’s funny missteps on the way to love, friends-to-lovers done right, complicated female characters, and the bromance.  🫥 We also touch on why the themes of stigma, stereotypes, and individuality in Turn to Me, Mukai-kun make it a good comp for Something in the Rain and One Spring Night—but lighter in tone and with a nicer mom.  🍦🌈 Plus, we dive deep into the ice cream sundae and rainbow metaphors – IYKYK!  😉 ⚠️ Warning: there isn’t a non-spoiler section. We get right into the ice cream layer.  Currently Watching: Love MeIdol ICan This Love be Translated? Dr. RomanticRain or ShineGimbap and  Onigiri Links: Ep 24: Slice of Life dramas with Christina https://howimetmykdrama.buzzsprout.com/2435348/episodes/17984850-slice-of-life-kdramas-for-your-watchlist Ep 22: YA girl’s Kdrama interview https://www.buzzsprout.com/2435348/episodes/17814816-ya-girls-kdrama-podcast-on-favorite-dramas-tropes-and-ramyeon-scenes YA Girl's Kdrama podcast: https://pod.link/1630700998 Thanks for listening! Let me know what you thought: 💬 Send me a text   ☂️ How I Met My Kdrama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howimetmykdrama 🔎 Website about my mystery books: SaraRosett.com 📚Buy my books direct and save: SaraRosettBooks.com 📖 SaraRosett Instagram (mostly bookish posts): https://www.instagram.com/sararosett

    1hr 18min
  5. Romantic Kdramas for Valentine’s to Fit your Mood 💝

    13 FEB

    Romantic Kdramas for Valentine’s to Fit your Mood 💝

    💬 Get in Touch! Share your Kdrama origin story. S3 E31 / Romantic dramas come in all sorts of flavors. What are you in the mood for?  From heart-wrenching angst to pure goofy chaos to sweet chocolate-inspired romances, I’m sharing a list of Kdramas by vibe so you can pick your perfect watch. Plus I give a quick "what I've been watching" round-up, including Idol I, Love Me, and Undercover Miss Hong, which has sooo many similarities to Good Manager, which is also known as Chief Kim. Has anyone else notice that? Just me?  I've got recommendations for romantic Asian dramas for you in these categories:  Romance with angstStar-crossed loversGentle slice of life romance (with a serving of murder)Romcom with some spiceRomcom with a whodunitRomcom with thriller elementsSweet romanceSecond chance romanceTime travel/fated romanceGoofy/quirky romcomGalentine’s DayBonus for Valentine’s theme: Romance with chocolateRomance with flowers/flower theme Thanks for listening! Let me know what you thought: 💬 Send me a text   ☂️ How I Met My Kdrama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howimetmykdrama 🔎 Website about my mystery books: SaraRosett.com 📚Buy my books direct and save: SaraRosettBooks.com 📖 SaraRosett Instagram (mostly bookish posts): https://www.instagram.com/sararosett

    24 min
  6. 2025 Kdrama Year in Review: Highs, Lows, and Favorites

    29/12/2025

    2025 Kdrama Year in Review: Highs, Lows, and Favorites

    💬 Get in Touch! Share your Kdrama origin story. S2 E30 / It’s that time of the year for recaps, backtracks, and wraps of the previous twelve months. This episode is all about the best (and sometimes worst) of Kdrama in 2025.   Shannon from Bonchon Bite Sized K-drama Reviews joins me to talk through the highs and lows of Asian dramas. We chat about drama-watching stats, our personal high points of 2025 dramas, and the throw-back dramas we watched this year.  Currently Watching/Waiting For: Shannon:  Surely Tomorrow Love Between Fairy and DevilDynamite KissSara: Surely TomorrowLove MeCashero Our 2025 Favorites:  Favorite supporting characters  Favorite couples Favorite found family Favorite (or least-favorite) childhood connection  Favorite OSTs Drama you were surprised you liked Best fashion Best villains/worst villains  Best crying scenes Fastest drop Most satisfying dramas Worst ending Favorite drama *not* from 2025 that you watched during 2025 Favorite friendships Favorite umbrella scenes Favorite ramen scenes Best Second Lead Syndrome Most over-the-top makjang moments Truck of Doom award  Favorite swoony moments  Most underrated dramas Best performances by an actor/actress Shannon’s Podcast: https://pod.link/1839465628 Shannon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banchankdramapod Comfort Watches and Palette Cleansers with Shannon https://howimetmykdrama.buzzsprout.com/2435348/episodes/17898269 Thanks for listening! Let me know what you thought: 💬 Send me a text   ☂️ How I Met My Kdrama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howimetmykdrama 🔎 Website about my mystery books: SaraRosett.com 📚Buy my books direct and save: SaraRosettBooks.com 📖 SaraRosett Instagram (mostly bookish posts): https://www.instagram.com/sararosett

    1hr 24min
  7. Spotlight: Just Between Lovers

    26/12/2025

    Spotlight: Just Between Lovers

    💬 Get in Touch! Share your Kdrama origin story. S2 E29 / Shannon, children’s librarian and podcaster (Banchan Bite Sized K-drama Reviews)  joins me to talk about the Kdrama classic, Just Between Lovers, a drama we both absolutely loved despite its heavy topics of trauma and guilt.  ❤️‍🩹 We explore what makes this drama so special: nuanced characters, found family galore, standout music, unconventional story choices, scruffy-handsome Lee Junho, and our takes on that ending.  ✋ After a short non-spoiler section, we dive into Just Between Lovers, talking about anything and everything!  Currently Watching and Other Shows Discussed:  Typhoon FamilyWould You Marry Me?Romantics AnonymousMs. IncognitoCinderella ClosetRomantics AnonymousMs. IncognitoShannon’s Podcast: https://pod.link/1839465628 Shannon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banchankdramapod Comfort Watches and Palette Cleansers with Shannon https://howimetmykdrama.buzzsprout.com/2435348/episodes/17898269 Articles: Production of the drama: https://www.soompi.com/article/1090223wpp/just-lovers-pd-shares-decided-cast-2pms-junho-won-jin-ah https://www.koreaherald.com/article/1556450 Interview with screenwriter: https://cine21.com/news/view/?mag_id=102205 (in Korean) Thanks for listening! Let me know what you thought: 💬 Send me a text   ☂️ How I Met My Kdrama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howimetmykdrama 🔎 Website about my mystery books: SaraRosett.com 📚Buy my books direct and save: SaraRosettBooks.com 📖 SaraRosett Instagram (mostly bookish posts): https://www.instagram.com/sararosett

    1hr 4min

  8. 11/12/2025

    Underrated Gems and How Kdramas Inspired a Trip to Korea with Constance

    💬 Get in Touch! Share your Kdrama origin story. S2 E28 / Constance, journalist, gardening writer, and nonfiction book reviewer—and of course, dedicated Kdrama fan—joins me to talk about favorite Kdramas and her trip to South Korea. ✈️ We explore Constance’s international background, her Kdrama origin story (including discovering Extraordinary Attorney Woo), why she finally traveled to Korea, and what keeps her hooked on Asian dramas. ✨ And we list our current watches, favorite Kdramas, discuss the “found family” trope, and explore the emotional resonance of Kdrama storytelling. 💚 Spoiler Free episode. Enjoy!  Currently Watching: Happiness Bon Appétit, Your Majesty Ms. IncognitoTyphoon FamilyOur wide-ranging conversation touches on the following shows:  Extraordinary Attorney WooHometown Cha Cha Cha Crash Landing on You HealerHolo LoveHospital PlaylistRomance is a Bonus BookTouch Your HeartLove ScoutRookie Historian Goo Hae-ryungTrain to BusanTaxi DriverVincenzoStrong Girl Bong SoonHer Private Life (but I meant What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim)My Love From the StarDesignated SurvivorBook recommendation: The Birth of Korean Cool by Euny Hong https://www.amazon.com/Birth-Korean-Cool-Conquering-Through/dp/1250045118 Link:  The Birth of Korean Coolby Euny Hong  https://books2read.com/u/mgqkpR (Affiliate Link) Thanks for listening! Let me know what you thought: 💬 Send me a text   ☂️ How I Met My Kdrama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howimetmykdrama 🔎 Website about my mystery books: SaraRosett.com 📚Buy my books direct and save: SaraRosettBooks.com 📖 SaraRosett Instagram (mostly bookish posts): https://www.instagram.com/sararosett

    42 min
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✨ Every Kdrama viewer has an origin story.  We dive into how we discovered Kdramas and the shows that have stolen our hearts.☂️Kdrama is our Roman Empire.

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  • Creator
    Sara Rosett
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Sara Rosett
  • Show Website
    How I Met My KDrama

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