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Real Stories from Korea Told by New Yorker Columnist Colin Marshall.

  1. 3d ago

    Hallyu / Korean Wave

    Today, we are taking a look at 'Hallyu' (the Korean Wave), which has firmly established itself as a global cultural trend. Let's dive into the origin of the word 'Hallyu' and explore its history, from its very beginnings to its journey of growth!~

    35 min

  2. Jun 3

    Korea's elections

    Today, on the occasion of the 'June 3rd Local Elections and Parliamentary By-elections,' let's take a look at Korea's 'elections.' We'll explore the process of Korean elections and the major issues of past elections, as well as examine how they differ from elections in other countries!

    36 min

  3. May 27

    Education in Korea

    Today, we will take a look at 'Education', something that Korean people hold in very high regard. Let's examine the differences between the Korean school system and foreign school systems, and look into the unique characteristics and history of the Korean curriculum~

    36 min

  4. May 20

    Korean Buddhism

    Today, we will learn about 'Buddhism', a religion that has deeply influenced the lives and culture of Korean people for a very long time. Let's explore the characteristics and history of Korean Buddhism, and find out about some of the most famous temples~

    35 min

  5. May 13

    Marriage in Korea

    Today, we’re diving into the topic of marriage in Korea! We’ll explore the diverse landscape of Korean wedding culture—from the first meeting to the big day— and discuss how it differs from traditions in other countries.

    33 min

  6. May 6

    Trends in Korea

    Today, we’re taking a look at Korea’s fast-evolving trends! We’ll explore how fads have changed through the ages—from the Joseon Dynasty to the present day— and discuss the unique characteristics of what makes something a hit in Korea.

    40 min

  7. Apr 29

    Han·Jeong·Heung

    Today, we’re exploring the three fundamental sentiments at the heart of the Korean psyche: Han(恨), Jeong(情), and Heung(興). We’ll be breaking down the unique meanings and characteristics of each one, while looking at the various ways these emotions come to life in everyday situations.

    34 min

  8. Apr 22

    Hanja

    Today, we’re exploring 'Hanja'—the Sino-Korean characters that are absolutely essential for a deep understanding of Korean history, culture, and language. We’ll be diving into everything from the controversies surrounding their use to the history of Hanja in Korea and the current state of education.

    33 min
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