K-Wave with Hongbin Jeong
In this special podcast series by Hongbin Jeong, K-Waves will be talking everything Korea! From your K-Pop, K-Drama, K-Reality as well as Korean slang, Korean food, Korean fashion and Korean influencers in Singapore will join her to share more!
Episodes
On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong is joined by The Evening Runway crew- Roshan Gidwani and Chua Tian Tian for this latest experience. They come together to release an EP! Or are we? Perhaps not, but they just may be one step closer as they take on a Korean singing class.
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Unnie From Seoul is a pioneering content creator dedicated to uncovering and sharing Muslim-friendly dining options in Korea. With a passion for Korean culture and a deep understanding of halal dietary requirements, she has created a unique platform that helps Muslim travelers fully immerse themselves in the rich culinary tapestry of Korea. On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Unnie from Seoul, to find out where you can get your next...
Making waves in the K-industry at the moment is Jennie from Blackpink. Is she back with a new style? A new look? Nope... she’s back with a new rap. And it goes something like this -
"Taken for granted / Taken for hostage / Carried the Baggage / Carried the past us / As luck would have it / Future was written / They didn't plan for women to woman up"
Sounds like a diss track.. Right? But who exactly is she dissing? Could it be her ...
Aiden Kim, a South Korean content creator, shares inspiring stories on his social media platforms about helping the elderly and disabled, aiming to inspire others to spread kindness and help one another. On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Aiden Kim to share more about his mission.
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When it comes to making waves on K-Food, one K-pop idol stands out. She’s been dubbed the Mukbang Queen. It's Hwasa from Mamamoo. Everything she’s caught eating on camera - sells out immediately. She’s famously known for selling out Gopchang - which is a popular dish made of cow intestine. But there’s another breakfast item that she made go viral.
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On this episode, take a trip down memory and discover the old K-drama series you might want to watch or re-watch. Is there a K-drama series your parents used to watch when you were younger, and you would join them on the couch and watch it together? Now they may be old - but there are some iconic drama series, those with some iconic lines from the series that till this day Koreans remember. So let's dive into some of the oldies but...
Have you ever tried Napjak mandoo?
"Napjak" means flat in Korean, while "mandoo" is Korean for dumplings. And just like the name suggests, it’s flat dumplings. These are a crowd-pleaser dish. It's vegetarian too so they work as perfect appetizers for everyone to enjoy.
Listen to find out how to make them.
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When you’re travelling to South Korea, one thing you may want to learn in Korean is asking for directions. But what if you stumble upon a Gen Z when you’re asking for directions, and they reply with a slang word your Google translator can’t even help translate for you? Here's a useful slang word you might want to take note of.
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Instagrammable cafes have been on the rise in Korea, becoming an integral part of the country's vibrant café culture. Every corner is a snapshot waiting to happen! It’s not just about coffee anymore. It’s whether the cafes are insta-worthy. On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong explores some of Korea's Instagrammable cafes that are sure to delight your senses and fill your feed with envy-inducing snapshots.
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"Wonyoungism" is a new personal development trend driven by fans of Jang Won-young, member of the kpop group IVE. Jang Won Young is the current IT girl - and everyone wants to be like her. Her looks, her personality, and her confidence have become a mantra for thousands of young Korean women.And the hashtag #wonyoungism has bloomed among the fandom. But should you follow this trend? On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong dives into why this expe...
For Korean celebrities and idols, diving into the dating scene is a big taboo. The moment their carefully constructed public image collides with the messy truth of their romantic relationships, chaos ensues. And their dating life becomes a scandal. Some are issuing apologies to fans, while even their entertainment agencies’ stock prices plunge. But why all the commotion? On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong dives into some dating scandals that...
Ever wanted to go to South Korea and teach English there? Well this guest did just that. She’s an inspiring influencer who put her passion for teaching and her love for travel together. She’s moved all the way from the US to South Korea in 2021 to embark on a new adventure in a rural city of South Korea. On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Eliza Mikunda to find out more about her journey to South Korea and how she became a teacher i...
Have you ever been in a conversation where you had a lot to say but you just chose not to say anything, because sometimes, it’s better left unsaid? During those moments, you just don’t want to add onto the conversation because then, the conversation will never end. Let’s be honest, those conversations never go anywhere. So what can you say? Gen Z’s got the perfect slang word to end those conversations in a heartbeat. Find out more ...
May ended with a hot week, full of new K-pop song releases. ATEEZ, NewJeans, and Aespa all make a comeback with new hits. Which of these songs will be on replay?
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Sarah Ahn is a culinary storyteller and creator of Ahnest Kitchen, where she shares the heartwarming journey behind her family's cherished recipes. Each dish serves as a link to her family's heritage, weaving together a tapestry of tradition and personal narrative. On K-Influencers, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sarah Ahn, Creator of Ahnest kitchen, and works professionally at America’s Test Kitchen, to find out more.
France may be the pastry capital of the world, but South Korea is a pastry paradise. On this episode of K-Food on K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong dives into South Korea’s very own myriad of delights that tempt your senses that stand out as true culinary treasures.
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The staple of Korean cuisine is Kimchi. But is making kimchi hard? How long does it take? On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong is joined by Roshan Gidwani for a Korean cooking class to learn all about how to make the freshest and crunchiest kimchi in town with Heryong Kwon, founder of Koreancooking.sg, who comes from a family with deep culinary roots.
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How good are you at taking spice? How high is your spice tolerance? Well, if you’re pretty proud of your spice tolerance - I’ve got just the term for you to describe yourself on this episode of K-slang word of the week.
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8 characters. 8 floors. 8 episodes. This latest Korean Netflix show might be the next series you might be binge watching, keeping you on edge with the twist and turns, getting you heated with anger.
It's "The 8 Show."
The series follows eight debt-burdened individuals—all on the verge of committing suicide to escape their financial troubles. They end up participating in a mysterious reality competition show in hopes of winning hug...
We find it irresistible to fawn over K-pop idols and celebrities, especially when it comes to their flawless glass skin. But behind all the iconic, stunning makeup looks are the masterful makeup artists. What if you could get your make-up done by someone these celebrities actually go to for their looks?
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