The Swoon Diaries Podcast: A KDrama Podcast

Nas, Keila, and Ori
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Welcome to the Swoon Diaries Podcast! We hope that as you listen you feel like you are having a chat with friends about your favorite and sometimes not so favorite k-dramas. Every other week, you will hear us talk about k-dramas new and old! There will be lots of swooning, laughter, and tons of emotional quotes thrown in the mix. We hope you join us on this journey of loving k-dramas together! So how about we start this thing? Let the KDrama rambles and rants begin! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @swoondiariespod!

  1. DEC 4

    Ep 144| Love or List: Last Summer, As You Stood By, Dear X, Dynamite Kiss, The Manipulated & Moon River

    November’s K-dramas came in swinging—chaos, twists, feels, and a whole lot of “WAIT… what?!” Nas, Keila, and Ori break down their first impressions, fave scenes, unhinged moments, and every wild twist that had them yelling at their screens. SPOILER TALK at the end—proceed with caution! Timestamps: Last Summer (01:36)As You Stood By (13:04), Dear X (23:30), Dynamite Kiss (45:29), The Manipulated (1:01:53), Moon River (1:13:00) — Spoiler Section Begins (1:24:18) As You Stood By (1:24:48), Last Summer (1:44:12), Moon River (1:54:10)

    2h 4m

  2. NOV 20

    Ep 143| Bon Appetit, Your Majesty Review

    In this episode, Nas, Keila, and Ori review the delectable drama “Bon Appetit, Your Majesty”! Join them as they dive into the show that has cooked its way into their hearts! Timestamps: K-Catch Up (0:37), The Rundown (8:23), First Impressions (11:18), Character Discussion (17:54), Notable Scenes (27:58), Hot Takes (1:30:07), Ratings and Rankings (1:33:24), Lessons Learned (1:35:55)

    1h 40m

  3. NOV 6

    Ep 142| Love or List: Genie, Make A Wish, Would You Marry Me?, & Typhoon Family

    Join Nas, Keila, and Ori as they share their first impressions of Genie, Make A Wish, Would You Marry Me?, and Typhoon Family! From unexpected favorites to surprising misses, they break down what worked (and what didn’t) in each one. Which shows captured their hearts — and which fell flat? Tune in to find out! . . . Timestamps: Genie, Make A Wish (01:15), Would You Marry Me? (22:05), Typhoon Family (42:53)

    1h 8m

  4. OCT 30

    Ep 141| The King's Affection Review

    Nas, Keila, and Ori return with a deep dive into The King’s Affection — the swoon-worthy 2021  K-drama filled with royal intrigue and secret identities. Expect lots of laughs, swooning, and more than a few jokes about why poor Rowoon was the last to know EVERYTHING! . . . Timestamps: K-Catch Up (00:46), The Rundown (11:09), First Impressions (14:36), Character Discussion (21:15), Notable Scenes (36:11), Hot Takes (2:08:24), Ratings and Rankings (2:11:06), Lessons Learned (2:12:27)

    2h 19m

  5. OCT 16

    Ep 140| The List 2025

    This might just be the funniest trio episode yet! Nas, Keila, and Ori are back for the annual "The List" episode—and yes, it’s as chaotic and entertaining as ever lol. While the 2025 K-dramas have had their ups and downs, there was no shortage of eye candy to keep things interesting. If you're new here, don’t worry—the hosts break down exactly what "The List" is all about. Enjoy the laughs, the rankings, and the banter—and don’t forget to check out the two previous editions of "The List" linked below! The List (2023) - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2WsBpRcDfwLss6AvVr5pyC?si=HGmsMD4US2eH1TEfXFeLYA The List - Updated (2024) - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4MfYs0ht3Cc9YYQ6P6S4TB?si=5t5qJSQVQ-qEp_zrKuGCBw K Catch Up (00:54), What is “The List”? (7:17), Team Introductions (7:54), Team #1 - Seasoned Vets (9:14), Team # 2 - Mr. GQ (18:34), Team #3 - Rising Stars (1:15:06)

    1h 30m

  6. OCT 9

    Ep 139| Love or List: Confidence Queen, My Youth, You and Everything Else, A Hundred Memories, and The Murky Stream

    Nas, Keila, and Ori are all back this week to discuss the incredibly LARGE amount of September dramas. Will they love or list these dramas? Listen in to find out! Timestamps: Confidence Queen (00:45), My Youth (09:35), You and Everything Else (19:45), A Hundred Memories (27:58), The Murky Stream (41:14)

    1h 3m

  7. OCT 2

    Ep 138| Our Unwritten Seoul Review

    It's finally time for the Our Unwritten Seoul review. Listen in as Nas and Keila gush over this heartwarming drama. A new fave! . . . Timestamps: Timestamps: K-Catch Up (00:58), The Rundown (05:01), First Impressions (06:55), Character Discussion (10:06), Notable Scenes (21:06), Hot Takes (1:45:26), Ratings and Rankings (1:49:40), Lessons Learned (1:52:28)

    1h 57m

  8. SEP 25

    Ep 137| KPop Corner: BTS IS BACK!!

    BTS is back, and we couldn’t wait to talk about it!! It’s been a while since Nas and Ori have chatted about BTS, so the ladies have A LOT to catch up on. Sit back and enjoy this special episode of KPop Corner! Missed our drama recaps? No worries!! We’ll be back with more K-drama talk next week! Timestamps: Surviving the Military Era (2:12), Past Two-Year Member Recap (8:39), What We’re Looking Forward To Post Military (36:32)

    45 min
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Welcome to the Swoon Diaries Podcast! We hope that as you listen you feel like you are having a chat with friends about your favorite and sometimes not so favorite k-dramas. Every other week, you will hear us talk about k-dramas new and old! There will be lots of swooning, laughter, and tons of emotional quotes thrown in the mix. We hope you join us on this journey of loving k-dramas together! So how about we start this thing? Let the KDrama rambles and rants begin! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @swoondiariespod!

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