Hello Hallyu

The Swaddle

‘Hello Hallyu’ is The Swaddle's six-part podcast series exploring how the Korean wave captivated Indian fans, and forever changed our ideas of gender, fashion and romance. This podcast is brought to you by TS Studios, a production company that brings The Swaddle’s storytelling and creative point of view to original podcasts and films.

Season 1

  1. Episode 1: What the Hell Is Hallyu?

    EPISODE 1

    Episode 1: What the Hell Is Hallyu?

    In this episode, superfan-journalists Nirupama and Sadhana dig deep into the history of Hallyu and its first fandoms in India, from Manipur to Madurai. This podcast has been brought to you by The Swaddle. It has been co-hosted and produced by Nirupama V. and Sadhana Chathurvedula. The sound design, mixing and editing has been done by Ishwar Shankar. The podcast art has been designed by Hitesh Sonar, and directed by Anjalee Menon. The Creative Director on this series is Shrishti Malhotra, and the Executive Producer is Karla Bookman.  Nirupama and Sadhana blog about all things Hallyu related at https://hellohallyu.co/.

    35 min
  2. Episode 2: The K-Drama Secret Ingredient

    EPISODE 2

    Episode 2: The K-Drama Secret Ingredient

    We break down the unique appeal of the K-drama and what makes South Korean culture aspirational for Indians. Note: At 28.30 -- Search for 'Simar turning into a fly,' not a honeybee This podcast has been brought to you by The Swaddle. It has been co-hosted and produced by Nirupama V. and Sadhana Chathurvedula. The sound design, mixing and editing has been done by Ishwar Shankar. The podcast art has been designed by Hitesh Sonar, and directed by Anjalee Menon. The Creative Director on this series is Shrishti Malhotra, and the Executive Producer is Karla Bookman. Nirupama and Sadhana blog about all things Hallyu related at https://hellohallyu.co/.

    32 min
  3. Episode 3: The Making of a K-pop Fan

    EPISODE 3

    Episode 3: The Making of a K-pop Fan

    We decode the marketing genius behind K-pop and the Indian roots of the K-pop musical form. This podcast has been brought to you by The Swaddle. It has been co-hosted and produced by Nirupama V. and Sadhana Chathurvedula. The sound design, mixing and editing has been done by Ishwar Shankar. The podcast art has been designed by Hitesh Sonar, and directed by Anjalee Menon. The Creative Director on this series is Shrishti Malhotra, and the Executive Producer is Karla Bookman. Nirupama and Sadhana blog about all things Hallyu related at https://hellohallyu.co/.

    34 min
  4. Episode 4: Flower Boys, Glass Skin, Killer Coats

    EPISODE 4

    Episode 4: Flower Boys, Glass Skin, Killer Coats

    We discuss product placement, the queer possibilities of soft boy stardom, and the fan-led backlash against Korean beauty standards. This podcast has been brought to you by The Swaddle. It has been co-hosted and produced by Nirupama V. and Sadhana Chathurvedula. The sound design, mixing and editing has been done by Ishwar Shankar. The podcast art has been designed by Hitesh Sonar, and directed by Anjalee Menon. The Creative Director on this series is Shrishti Malhotra, and the Executive Producer is Karla Bookman. Nirupama and Sadhana blog about all things Hallyu related at https://hellohallyu.co/.

    40 min
  5. Episode 5: Found in Translation

    EPISODE 5

    Episode 5: Found in Translation

    Who is a translator fan and why are they so important? In this episode, we describe the politics of translator fandom, and discuss the Indian fans translating Korean content into regional languages. This podcast has been brought to you by The Swaddle. It has been co-hosted and produced by Nirupama V. and Sadhana Chathurvedula. The sound design, mixing and editing has been done by Ishwar Shankar. The podcast art has been designed by Hitesh Sonar, and directed by Anjalee Menon. The Creative Director on this series is Shrishti Malhotra, and the Executive Producer is Karla Bookman. Nirupama and Sadhana blog about all things Hallyu related at https://hellohallyu.co/.

    28 min
  6. Episode 6: Fandom or Obsession?

    EPISODE 6

    Episode 6: Fandom or Obsession?

    How much is too much? In the final episode, Nirupama and Sadhana discuss perceptions of Hallyu fandom, fan wars, and the future of the fan community in India. This podcast has been brought to you by The Swaddle. It has been co-hosted and produced by Nirupama V. and Sadhana Chathurvedula. The sound design, mixing and editing has been done by Ishwar Shankar. The podcast art has been designed by Hitesh Sonar, and directed by Anjalee Menon. The Creative Director on this series is Shrishti Malhotra, and the Executive Producer is Karla Bookman. Nirupama and Sadhana blog about all things Hallyu related at https://hellohallyu.co/.

    27 min
  • 6 Episodes

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About

‘Hello Hallyu’ is The Swaddle's six-part podcast series exploring how the Korean wave captivated Indian fans, and forever changed our ideas of gender, fashion and romance. This podcast is brought to you by TS Studios, a production company that brings The Swaddle’s storytelling and creative point of view to original podcasts and films.

Information

  • Channel
    The Swaddle
  • Creator
    The Swaddle
  • Episodes
    6
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 Hello Hallyu by The Swaddle
  • Show Website
    Hello Hallyu

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