This week, Daniel and Jun recap significant news events from February to mid-April 2025. They discuss several major stories including the impeachment of the Korean president and upcoming emergency elections, the worst wildfires in Korean history and how Indonesian foreign workers heroically helped with rescue efforts, controversial allegations surrounding Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, and the viral trend of Ghibli-style AI-generated images. They also touch on American politics including Trump's firing of officials and controversial tariffs, while reflecting on Johnny Kim, a Korean American doctor, Navy SEAL, and astronaut who recently made headlines.
If you're interested in the contrast between Korean and American politics, international perceptions of Korean Americans, immigration policy challenges facing Korea's aging population, or fascinating cultural observations about both countries, this episode offers thoughtful discussion on these complex topics. The hosts blend serious news analysis with lighter personal anecdotes, creating an informative yet accessible conversation about current events.
As a reminder, we record one episode a week in-person from Seoul, South Korea. We hope you enjoy listening to our conversation, and we're so excited to have you following us on this journey!
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