Farewell to the Dead

Farewell to the Dead

by | Sep 28, 2023 | Folklore, Podcast

Death is a transition but not one the dead do alone. At least not in Korean tradition. The dead need our help to pass on to whatever awaits them on the other side. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Kim Tae-young.    Join our Patreon to get more stuff...
Break on Through to the Northern Side

Break on Through to the Northern Side

by | Sep 14, 2023 | Podcast

Every now and again the headlines buzz: North Korean defects to South! Less often is that the other way ‘round. Is that because it happens less or because they don’t want us to know about such cases? We explore a few stories of those who defected into North...
Saemangeum: A disaster 52 years in the making

Saemangeum: A disaster 52 years in the making

by | Aug 24, 2023 | Podcast

Korea recently hosted the World Scout Jamboree at Saemangeum. It was a disaster. But what are the environmental roots of this? Just how important was Saemangeum before it was turned into reclaimed land? Hint: one of Asia’s most important ecological sites. We’re joined...
Uglier Koreans, Uglier Americans

Uglier Koreans, Uglier Americans

by | Aug 17, 2023 | Podcast

We have 22 more social differences from the book Ugly Koreans, Ugly Americans. Which ones are still relevant? Which ones should you be aware of? Join our Patreon to get more stuff https://patreon.com/darksideofseoul Book a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at...
Use Your Words

Use Your Words

by | Aug 3, 2023 | Podcast

The Korean language is fun to study, especially when you break down words to their roots. Learn words like “booze whale” (Sulgorae) in this lighthearted episode. Join our Patreon to get more stuff https://patreon.com/darksideofseoul Book a tour of The Dark Side of...