2022 Kdrama and Korean Language Learning Resolutions

2022 Kdrama and Korean Language Learning Resolutions

Author: Rome Juanatas January 10, 2022 Duration: 27:42
Happy new year! And as it's the beginning of the year, I decided to share a bit about my own resolutions with regards to watching Kdrama and learning/studying the Korean language before going back to our regular programming of discussing your favorite Kdramas this 2022. Listen and maybe also share your own resolutions for this year ^^

Ever find yourself finishing a K-drama episode with a head full of questions about a character's choice, a plot twist, or even just a particular slang phrase you heard? That's the space where Kingka Podcast-K-Drama and Language Learning lives. Hosted by Rome Juanatas, this series digs into the shows and films you're already watching, offering thoughtful reviews and discussions that go beyond simple recaps. More than just entertainment analysis, the conversations naturally weave in the Korean language elements that pop up on screen, from trending vocabulary to cultural nuances that subtitles can't fully capture. It’s a relaxed, deep-dive for anyone who wants to enrich their viewing experience and connect more deeply with the stories and the culture they come from. As part of the BUNK Collective, this podcast feels like a friendly chat with someone who gets your dual interest in compelling narratives and the language they're built with. You'll come away from each episode with a better understanding of that drama you just binged and a few new pieces of Korean to add to your own lexicon, all without it ever feeling like a textbook lesson. Tune in for a unique blend of fandom and learning that makes every watch more meaningful.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 75

Kingka Podcast - K-Drama and Language Learning
Podcast Episodes
My Paparotti | 파파로티 (2013) | 이제훈 Korean Movie Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:21
Here's the 3rd 이제훈 film that I'm featuring on this podcast. It's a story of a thug-turned-classical singer. It has everything you need: drama, action, romcom, comedy, what else are you looking for? For this episode, I sh…
Time to Hunt | 사냥의 시간 (2020) | 이제훈 Korean Movie Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:05
During the first half of the season, I featured films that had 김혜수 in it. In the next four movie features, 이제훈 is our guy. I'll be featuring his four of his films. Today, we'll have 사냥의 시간. If there's any specific movie…
Racket Boys | 라켓소년단 | Korean Sports Drama Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:30
This is the first drama series I'm reviewing for the season. It has been all about movies in the past four episodes, and this time hear me out as I share my relatively fresh thoughts about Racket Boys.
Midseason Update [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:24
Hi! I'm not releasing an episode today, but I just wanted to greet you all and share some updates.
The Day I Died | 내가 죽던 날 (2020) | Korean Movie Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:00
This is our final 김혜수 movie for the season. 내가 죽던 날 or The Day I Died is a calm thriller about self-discovery and finding reasons for living. Although the setting may look grim and dark, the film ends in a hopeful tone.…
The Thieves | 도둑들 (2012) | Korean Movie Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:30
This is the 3rd of 4 episodes featuring the movies starring 김혜수. 도둑들 is a film released in 2012 and follows a group of thieves on their most ambitious heist ever. I have some great news to share with you so make sure to…
Tazza: The High Rollers | 타짜 (2006) | Korean Movie Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:45
This is the 2nd of 4 episodes featuring the movies starring 김혜수. 타짜 may be from 15 years ago, but the visuals and themes aren't really far very far from what we have these days. Well, the cinematography is definitely qui…