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Korean dark history, ghost tales, folklore, serial killers, true crime, and more. You are about to discover why Korea has the spookiest stories and darkest history.Folklorist Shawn and history buff Joe delve into Korea's gruesome stories of massacres, betrayals, and blood. It's like "Game of Thrones" in Asia. We share our passion for Korea and its struggles throughout time. If you enjoy shows like "Kingdom," this is the podcast for you. Even if you know nothing about Korea, its history will become your new addiction.Subscribe, sit back, and enjoy.

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Korean dark history, ghost tales, folklore, serial killers, true crime, and more. You are about to discover why Korea has the spookiest stories and darkest history.Folklorist Shawn and history buff Joe delve into Korea's gruesome stories of massacres, betrayals, and blood. It's like "Game of Thrones" in Asia. We share our passion for Korea and its struggles throughout time. If you enjoy shows like "Kingdom," this is the podcast for you. Even if you know nothing about Korea, its history will become your new addiction.Subscribe, sit back, and enjoy.

    Imjin War, part 3 | Fall of Joseon, part 9

    Imjin War, part 3 | Fall of Joseon, part 9

    Japan mounts its second invasion of Joseon Korea. Will the king again abandon his people? I think we already know the answer.Media recommendationSamuel Hawley’s Youtube series on the Imjin War (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piOuF02ijdQ)Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comCreditsProduced by Joe McPherson and Shawn MorrisseyMusic by SoraksanTop Tier PatronsAngel EarlJoel BonominiSha...

    • 35 min
    Fugly Koreans, Fugly Americans

    Fugly Koreans, Fugly Americans

    Part five of our series based on the book “Ugly Koreans, Ugly Americans,” where we explore more cultural differences and discuss them.Ugly Koreans, Ugly Americans: Cultural and behavioral differences between Koreans and AmericansMin Byoung-chul1993-2007Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comPitch your idea here. https://www.darksideofseoul.com/expats-of-the-wild-east/CreditsProduced by...

    • 51 min
    Horses

    Horses

    Our Zodiac series continues! The majestic horse plays a role in Korean folklore, from gods, ghosts, rituals, and even food! Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comCreditsProduced by Joe McPherson and Shawn MorrisseyMusic by SoraksanTop Tier PatronsAngel EarlJoel BonominiShaaron CullenDevon HiphnerGabi PalominoSteve MarshMitchy Brewer Ron ChangMackenzie MooreHunter WinterCecil...

    • 52 min
    Korean Ghosts Love Pizza: Modernizing Rites for the Dead

    Korean Ghosts Love Pizza: Modernizing Rites for the Dead

    Rites, charms, and ceremonies for ghosts and spirits have long been part of Korean folk traditions. But the times they are a-changin’. How are these old traditions done in the 21st century? Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comCreditsProduced by Joe McPherson and Shawn MorrisseyMusic by SoraksanTop Tier PatronsAngel EarlJoel BonominiShaaron CullenDevon HiphnerGabi PalominoSteve ...

    • 57 min
    The Sewol: 10 Years Later

    The Sewol: 10 Years Later

    Ten years after the Sewol ferry disaster, how has South Korea changed? What surprising consequences sprouted from this tragedy?Danwon High School Memorial Classrooms WebsiteJoin our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comCreditsProduced by Joe McPherson and Shawn MorrisseyMusic by SoraksanTop Tier PatronsAngel EarlJoel BonominiShaaron CullenDevon HiphnerGabi PalominoSteve MarshMitchy Brewer&nbs...

    • 1 hr 2 min
    When K-Animals Attack! (And Escape)

    When K-Animals Attack! (And Escape)

    We explore some cases of animals escaping, disrupting traffic, pooping on city streets, or worse - hurting people who got in their way.Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comCreditsProduced by Joe McPherson and Shawn MorrisseyMusic by SoraksanTop Tier PatronsAngel EarlJoel BonominiShaaron CullenDevon HiphnerGabi PalominoSteve MarshMitchy Brewer Ron ChangMackenzie MooreHunter Winte...

    • 58 min

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