by Joe | Dec 7, 2023 | Podcast
That ugly building that goes over the road next to Insa-dong and Tapgol Park is a musician’s paradise. It was also the seed for Seoul’s gay culture. Join our Patreon to get more stuff https://patreon.com/darksideofseoul Book a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul...
by Joe | Nov 30, 2023 | Podcast
Is dying with dignity a human right? Should we be allowed to choose death over suffering? In Korea, these are tough questions asked by the government, lawyers, doctors, and, more importantly, society. We explore the euthanasia issue in Korea. Join our Patreon to get...
by Joe | Nov 23, 2023 | Podcast
Continuing our exploration of the roots of Korean words. Learn about uses of fire, energy, and how to say, “This is the way,” in Korean. Join our Patreon to get more stuff https://patreon.com/darksideofseoul Book a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at...
by Joe | Nov 16, 2023 | Folklore, Podcast
Temperatures drop below freezing, snow appears on mountains, and drunk fishermen pee in the ocean. Bundle up, we’re about to share folk traditions of the tenth lunar month. Join our Patreon to get more stuff https://patreon.com/darksideofseoul Book a tour of The...
by Joe | Nov 9, 2023 | Folklore, Podcast
Desecrating a grave in Korea releases Manggwi, particularly nasty ghosts. Find out more in this episode. Join our Patreon to get more stuff https://patreon.com/darksideofseoul Book a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.com...
by Joe | Nov 2, 2023 | Podcast
We cover more rules of etiquette from this classic 1990s tome. Writing names in red, cutting in line, and more. Join our Patreon to get more stuff https://patreon.com/darksideofseoul Book a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.com...