Like living in Korea

Un Jeong

This podcast is for anyone interested in Korean life, culture, and language or for those who are simply curious about what it’s really like to live in Korea. As an ordinary Korean, I share stories from my daily life in both Korean and English. I also interview people from around the world who live in Korea, have lived here, or have a strong interest in the country, so they can share their unique experiences. Enjoy the journey!

Episodes

  1. Interview #4 - One American’s career-building story in Korea | 제로투원: 테빈의 한국 커리어 이야기

    3D AGO

    Interview #4 - One American’s career-building story in Korea | 제로투원: 테빈의 한국 커리어 이야기

    ** English ** Welcome to the 'Like living in Korea' podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Tevin from Texas, America. He is currently working as an English teacher at an international school in Seoul! Tevin has been working as a native English teacher in Korea for over four years. We'll hear about his journey and challenges, from his first English teacher in Jincheon, Chungcheong Province, to his current position at an international school in Gangnam, Seoul. We'll also hear Tevin's deep thoughts on Korea's unique characteristics, culture, and students, based on his experiences and observations. ** 한국어 ** 안녕하세요, 'Like living in Korea' 팟캐스트입니다. 이번 에피소드에서는 현재 서울에 있는 한 국제학교에서 영어 선생님으로 일하고 있는 제 친구 테빈과 함께합니다! 테빈이 한국에서 영어 원어민 선생님으로 일을 시작한 지 벌써 4년이 넘었는데요. 충청도 진천에서 처음 영어 선생님으로 시작해 지금은 서울 강남에 있는 국제학교에서 일하는 여정과 도전에 대해 들어보려 합니다. 또한 테빈이 지금껏 경험하고 관찰한 한국의 특징, 문화 그리고 학생들에 대한 그의 깊이 있는 생각을 같이 들어보시죠! ** Chapters ** 00:00 Intro 01:11 Smalltalk - Tevin's journey of Certification, Korea's age myth, and traveling 10:52 Transition from Countryside to an International School in Seoul 13:52 Reason for transition and Cultural Differences in Education 17:08 Future Career Aspirations 20:27 Comparison Korea and American students, Reasons to settle in Korea as an English teacher 26:36 Daily life as english teach in Korea 33:10 Challenges of Living in Korea 36:09 Understanding Korean Names 39:11 Stereotypes English and Korean Names 45:22 Diversity in Texas vs. Korea 50:46 Korea's Fashion Trends and Cultural Observations 56:30 Diversity and Individuality in Korea 59:48 Changing Perspectives from Korean and American 01:03:54 How did you know Korea first? 01:06:38 Experiences with Racial Diversity 01:09:59 Teven's Life Lessons and Personal Philosophy Follow me on socials: https://www.youtube.com/@likelivinginkorea https://www.instagram.com/likelivinginkorea/ https://www.tiktok.com/@likelivinginkorea Questions/Comments/Feedback: woonni10@gmail.com

    1h 13m
  2. Interview #3 - Let's talk about Korean employees! | 한국 사람들이랑 일해보니 어때?

    FEB 10

    Interview #3 - Let's talk about Korean employees! | 한국 사람들이랑 일해보니 어때?

    ** English ** Welcome to the 'Like living in Korea' podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend and former colleague from Singapore, Gillian. She has a special bond with Korea. Having worked at a Korean company in Singapore, she has plenty of experience collaborating with Korean employees. She’s here to share what it was like working with colleagues from all over Asia, including Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, and India. Join us as we dive into her insights on Singaporean multiculturalism, English education, and work-life balance! ** 한국어 ** 안녕하세요, 'Like living in Korea' 팟캐스트입니다. 이번 에피소드에서는 싱가포르에서 온 저의 소중한 친구이자 전 직장 동료인 질리언(Gillian)과 함께합니다! 질리언은 한국과 아주 특별한 인연을 가지고 있는데요. 싱가포르에 있는 한국 기업에서 근무하며 수많은 한국 사람들과 일해 본 경험이 있어요. 사실 질리언은 MNC(Multinational Company)에 다니며 한국뿐만 아니라 일본, 베트남, 태국, 인도 등 아시아 전역에서 온 동료들과 함께 일하며 느꼈던 생생한 경험담을 공유해 줄 예정입니다. 싱가포르의 다문화주의, 영어 교육, 그리고 워크 앤 라이프 밸런스(워라밸)에 대한 그녀의 깊이 있는 통찰력을 함께 들어보시죠! ** Chapters ** 00:00 Intro 05:48 Cultural Perspectives: Singaporean Life 08:42 Navigating Multiculturalism in Singapore 11:32 Understanding Cultural Celebrations 14:26 Social Dynamics and Workplace Culture 17:20 Job Market Insights and Expat Dynamics 20:27 Stereotypes about Korean & Japanese people 23:23 Communication Styles in Multinational Teams 26:27 Working experience with multiple countries 28:38 Breaking Stereotypes: Japanese Work Culture 31:25 Understanding Korean Work Dynamics 34:06 Career Transitions and Opportunities 34:56 The Role of Language in Professional Growth 40:00 The Journey of Learning Korean 44:43 Cultural Experiences Through Language 48:02 Bilingualism in Singapore: A Unique Perspective 51:43 Exploring Peranakan Culture 55:06 Racism and Stereotypes in Multicultural Societies 57:40 Cultural Exchange: Korean and Singaporean Perspectives 01:01:13 Experiences of Traveling in Korea 01:07:26 Empathy in Multicultural Workplaces 01:12:09 Life Lessons and Personal Growth Follow me on socials: https://www.instagram.com/likelivinginkorea/ https://www.tiktok.com/@likelivinginkorea Questions/Comments/Feedback: woonni10@gmail.com

    1h 18m
  3. Interview #2 - Why did a French developer build a tech recruitment platform in Korea? | 프랑스 개발자가 한국에서 채용 플랫폼을 만들다!

    FEB 6

    Interview #2 - Why did a French developer build a tech recruitment platform in Korea? | 프랑스 개발자가 한국에서 채용 플랫폼을 만들다!

    ** English ** Have you ever heard of the word "Entrepreneurship"? Back in my college days, when the IT startup boom was everywhere, this was one of the words I heard the most. I still remember looking it up because it was so hard to spell and pronounce! The word actually comes from the French verb "entreprendre", which means "to try," "to adventure," or "to undertake." In short, entrepreneurship is all about taking risks to create new value. Because of this, France has always felt like a symbol of that adventurous spirit to me. Today, I want to share the story of Florian, a French entrepreneur who brought that very spirit to Korea. Florian moved to Korea three years ago and started by hosting various tech meetups. Two years ago, he launched "Dev Korea," a tech recruitment platform. As of this January, over 3,000 tech experts have joined the platform. It's quickly becoming a key bridge between IT professionals and companies in Korea. Dev Korea helps solve the talent mismatch in the local market by connecting companies that need English-friendly software development with developers looking for international careers. It’s a platform open to any "English-speaking developer," regardless of their nationality, and it has already become the #1 platform in its niche. I was truly amazed by Florian’s ideas and his ability to make things happen in a foreign country. I was so curious about the journey that I sat down with him for an interview. Let’s dive into his story of entrepreneurship, his startup journey, and his insights on the Korean IT market and the developer community. ** Korean ** 여러분은 Entrepreneurship(기업가정신)이란 말을 들어 보셨나요? 대학 시절 IT 창업 붐이 일며 가장 많이 접했던 단어 중 하나인데요. 단어도 발음도 어려워 찾아본 그 단어가 아직도 기억에 생생합니다.Entrepreneurship의 어원은 '시도하다', '모험하다', '착수하다'라는 의미의 프랑스어 동사 'entreprendre'에서 유래하였다고 합니다. 즉, 기업가정신은 위험을 감수하고 새로운 가치를 창출하는 정신을 의미하고, 이 단어 때문에 저에게 프랑스라는 나라는 기업가정신을 대표하는 나라 중 하나로 자리매김하였습니다. 이 기업가정신을 가지고 한국에서 플랫폼을 만든 프랑스인 창업자, Florian (플로리안)의 이야기를 여러분께 들려주고 싶습니다. Florian은 3년 전 처음 한국으로 넘어와 다양한 테크 밋업을 만들고 운영하며 2년 전 ‘Dev Korea (데브 코리아)’라는 테크 채용 플랫폼을 만들었는데요. 올해 1월 기준으로 3천 명 이상의 테크 전문가들이 등록하며 IT 전문가와 기업들을 연결하며 한국의 핵심 테크 채용 플랫폼으로 자리를 잡아 가고 있습니다. Dev Korea는 국내 테크 시장의 인재 불균형을 해소하고 영어 친화적인 소프트웨어 개발의 니즈가 있는 기업들과 국제적인 커리어를 쌓고 싶은 개발자들을 서로 매칭해 주는 서비스를 제공하며 "영어를 사용할 수 있는 개발자"라면 모두에게 열려있는 플랫폼으로 한국인뿐만아니라 국적을 불문하고 많은 개발자들이 사용하여 해당 마켓에서는 1위 플랫폼으로 자리매김하고 있습니다. 한국이란 낯선 나라에서 Florian이 만들어 나가는 아이디어와 실행력 그리고 결과들이 놀랍기만 한데요. 그의 이야기가 궁금하여 직접 만나 인터뷰를 진행해 보았습니다. 그의 기업가정신, 창업스토리, 그리고 한국 IT 채용 시장과 개발자에 대한 그의 인사이트를 함께 들어보시죠!

    1h 10m
  4. Interview #1 - How hard is it for a foreigner to actually build a career here in Korea? | 엘리의 한국 취업 도전과 한국에 대한 생각들

    FEB 1

    Interview #1 - How hard is it for a foreigner to actually build a career here in Korea? | 엘리의 한국 취업 도전과 한국에 대한 생각들

    ** English ** Have you ever dreamed about building your career overseas? I know I have. While working my regular job, I used to daydream about working abroad—experiencing new environments, meeting new people, and building an international career. Sounds pretty amazing, right? But for me, it stayed just that—a dream. I never actually leaped. And I think most people are probably in the same boat. Today, I'm excited to share the story of an American who didn't just dream about it—she actually did it. She came to Korea to chase her career aspirations. Her name is Eli, and she's currently a Program Manager at a global education tech platform. Four years ago, she moved to Korea to experience the entertainment industry firsthand. She faced numerous challenges along the way, but she pushed through. I want to hear about her journey—what it was like living in Korea, the obstacles she faced, and what drove her to keep going despite the difficulties. So without further ado, let's meet Eli! ** Korean ** 여러분들은 해외에서 커리어를 이어가고 싶다는 생각을 해 보셨나요? 저도 직장을 다니며 해외에서의 일을 해 보고 싶다는 꿈을 꾼 적이 있었어요. 새로운 환경과 새로운 사람들을 경험하며 국제적인 커리어를 이어 나갈 수 있다면 정말 멋질 것 같았죠. 하지만 생각만 할 뿐 도전까지는 이어지지 않았어요. 아마도 대부분의 사람들이 그럴 것 같아요. 오늘은 한국에서 커리어를 만들고 싶어 취업 도전을 했던 미국인의 이야기를 들어볼 건데요. 그녀의 이름은 엘리이고 현재 글로벌 교육 테크 플랫폼에서 프로그램 매니저를 맡고 있습니다. 4년 전 그녀는 한국의 엔터 산업을 직접 경험하고 싶어 한국에 넘어와 많은 도전을 했었죠. 그 과정을 통해 그녀가 느낀 한국 생활과 도전에 대해서 이야기를 들어보고 싶습니다. 엘리를 만나보시죠!

    1h 25m
  5. Daily Life #1 (KOR) - My New Year’s Resolutions: From Digital Detox to Embracing AI

    JAN 23

    Daily Life #1 (KOR) - My New Year’s Resolutions: From Digital Detox to Embracing AI

    **English** When do you really feel like the New Year has actually begun? For me, it always starts with setting New Year's resolutions. To kick off my very first podcast episode, I’d love to share my own goals for 2026! I’ll be talking about the three major resolutions I’ve set for this year, and I can't wait to hear about yours as well. Thanks for tuning in! **Korean** 여러분은 언제 "진짜" 새해가 시작되었다고 느끼시나요? 저는 항상 새해 결심을 세우며 새해를 시작하곤 하는데요. 제 첫 번째 팟캐스트 에피소드의 시작을 위해, 2026년에 제가 세운 새해 결심들을 공유해 보고 싶습니다! 올해 제가 세운 세 가지 새해 결심에 대해 이야기해 드리고 여러분의 새해 결심도 같이 들어보고 싶어요. 감사합니다! Follow me on socials: https://www.instagram.com/likelivinginkorea/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/like-living-in-korea/id1873910296 https://www.tiktok.com/@likelivinginkorea Questions/Comments/Feedback: woonni10@gmail.com

    8 min

  6. JAN 21

    Intro - Like living in Korea

    This is the introduction for 'Like Living in Korea.'

    2 min
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This podcast is for anyone interested in Korean life, culture, and language or for those who are simply curious about what it’s really like to live in Korea. As an ordinary Korean, I share stories from my daily life in both Korean and English. I also interview people from around the world who live in Korea, have lived here, or have a strong interest in the country, so they can share their unique experiences. Enjoy the journey!

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    Un Jeong
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  • Episodes
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