AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives
200 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 148 ratingsAnnyeonghaseyo! We’re three best selling American novelists who explore the wonderfully wacky world of K-Romance through a writer’s lens. We fangirl over our favorite characters, debate our favorite tropes, and nerd out through K-drama deep dives. Expect a few K-pop and K-skincare recs for good measure, because why not ride the Hallyu wave all the way to shore? So grab some Tteokbokki and listen to your new favorite unnis.
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Episodes
All About Kissing in Kdramas
November 10, 2021 12:24 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBWe are excited to welcome our guest Corinne from Love. Sex. Literature Podcast as we explore our favorite kiss scenes in Kdramas, our favorite actors who know how to make a great on-screen lip-lock, and everything in between. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Second Male Lead SOS: Edition 2.0
November 03, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 40.1 MBAfternoona Delight is back with another installment of our Second Male Lead SOS because our poor, lovelorn SMLs deserve their own happily ever afters. Naturally, we heeded the call and--we wrote them! So sit back, relax, and listen as Gye Sun-woo (My Roommate is a Gumiho), Choi Young-do (Heirs/Inheritors), and Good Boy aka Han Ji-pyeong (Start-Up) all get their long overdue HEAs. K-pop Rec: "Sticker" by NCT 127 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Halloween Special: Zombie Detective
October 27, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 37.7 MBIn our first Halloween special, we discuss the 2020 mystery drama Zombie Detective, starring Choi Jin-hyuk as the hottest zombie we've ever seen. This episode goes a little off the rails, so stick with us and go along for the ride. (As always, it's Lia's fault.) Kpop Rec: Bad Love by Key ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Into the Ring Deep Dive
October 20, 2021 11:00 - 54 minutes - 44.5 MBWe discuss why the 2020 Kdrama Into the Ring is a hidden gem with a fantastic beta hero and an alpha heroine. We explain why this drama is about so much more than small-town politics and get into our favorite scenes as well as why Koo Se-Ra's hair is its own character. Kpop rec: Deja Vu by Ateez Book rec with a beto hero: A Girl Like Her by Talia Hibbert ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
What's Wrong with Secretary Kim Deep Dive
October 13, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBSecretary Kim gave us incredibly chemistry, Park Seo Joon as a narcissistic but damaged chaebol, and Park Min Young as a capable secretary with unlimited pencil skirts. We get into all the sexual tension, crazy backstory, and humor of this 2018 drama. Kpop Rec: Thrill Ride by The Boyz Romance book rec with a untouchable CEO: Into My Arms by Lia Riley ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Squid Game Understands the Assignment
October 06, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBSquid Game. Everyone and their pet cat is talking about this drama that’s taking the world—and TikTok by storm. So what is it? Over-hyped horror? Compelling capitalism cautionary tale? We dig into how the creator worked to bring this story to the small screen for almost a decade, how it adheres to horror conventions and why it’s breaking out stars left and right. We never want to play tug of war again but will take more Wi Ha-joon any dystopian day! Kpop Rec: Bling Bling by IKON ...
I Have Questions...
September 29, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBOver the course of our Kdrama watching, we have made a list of references that we want to understand better, so we dedicated an episode to a little research! We give some background info on soju tents, bank books, the Go game, as well as some questions asked by listeners. We turn the lens on ourselves as well and highlight some very American things that make other countries scratch their heads. Kpop rec: Thunderous by Stray Kids Romance book rec that makes us have questions: Morn...
Midnight Runners and Kang Ha Neul's Big Stick
September 22, 2021 11:00 - 56 minutes - 46.9 MBThe 2017 action film Midnight Runners has everything we love about buddy cop movies: Action, comedy, some sweaty abs, and big sticks. We dive into what made it fun, talk about how there are some important underlying lessons, and discuss why we'd watch the duo of Park Seo Joon and Kang Ha Neul in just about anything. Kpop rec: What Type of X by Jessi Romance book abut law enforcement: Something About You by Julie James ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Move to Heaven Deep Dive
September 15, 2021 15:07 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBWe deep dive into Move to Heaven, a short drama about trauma cleaners packed with emotional punch... and real punches. We get a little personal in this one, discussing all things death in a candid way. Get into it with us! Kpop rec: Loser=Lover by TXT Book Rec about death: Smoke Gets in Your Eyes by Caitlin Doughty ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Lawless Lawyer: Rise of the Toe Socks
September 08, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBWe deep dive into Lawless Lawyer, where Lee Joon Gi kicks some major butt, and Ahn Oh Ju gives us feelings we were not ready for -- him and his toe socks. We explain why the real chemistry of this drama was between the hero and the villain. Get into all the revenge plot goodness with us! Kpop Rec: Paint Me Naked by Ten Romance book rec with a lawyer: Not That Kind of Guy by Andie J. Christopher ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Episode 11 Climax Phenomenon
September 01, 2021 11:00 - 52 minutes - 45.3 MBIt might not be an official THING, but in our extensive, very fun research, we have determined MAJOR STUFF happens in Episode 11 of most dramas. Amy and Megan break it down. Check timestamps for spoilers! Kpop Rec: Psycho by Red Velvet The King Eternal Monarch spoilers: 14:00-15:48 is the ep. 11 scene. 15:59-16:15 is the ending of the drama spoiler Healer Spoilers: 18:30-18:39 Spoiler for childhood connection between Healer and Young Shin. 19:56-21:45 Full movie date spoiler Flo...
I Ship It
August 25, 2021 11:00 - 55 minutes - 48 MBWe discuss (relation)ships we are sailing on, ships we want to sail on, and our thoughts on fandoms. We make up some inter-drama character mashups that we'd love to see! Kpop Rec: Hello Bitches by CL Romance Fandom Rec: Beautiful Bastard by Christina Lauren ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
First Episode Watch: Love it or Leave it
August 18, 2021 11:00 - 52 minutes - 45.1 MBWe watch the first episodes of three dramas: Doom At Your Service, My Roommate is a Gumiho, and Reply 1997, and then discuss whether we were hooked or not. We also riff on what makes a great first episode for us, and some dramas that have stood out for us with amazing openings. Kpop Rec: Bad Alive by WayV Romance recs that hooked us from page one: The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta Heroine Complex by Sara Kuhn ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ...
Pretty When He Cries
August 11, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 38.7 MBK-drama heroes cry, from Lee Joon Gi, to Yoo Seung Ho to Hyun Bin, and frankly... we're into it. We chat up our favorite crying scenes and discuss who is the prettiest when he's shedding some tears. K-skincare Rec: Tomato Jelly Tint Lip Book that made us cry: One Day by David Nicholls ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Flower of Evil: Lee Joon Gi can EMOTE
August 04, 2021 11:00 - 53 minutes - 46.1 MBTurns out we love murder in our K-dramas, especially when Lee Joon Gi is the hero. Get into all the twists, turns, and yes--romance--with us as we deep dive into Flower of Evil, an AfterNoona Delight favorite. K-merch Rec: TheGardenOfEden on Tee Public Romace book rec with Amnesia: The River Leith by Leta Blake ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Marry, Mate, Murder: Kdrama Hero Edition
July 28, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBLia completes a Mr. Sunshine hero trifecta, Amy surprises us with her Lee Minho choices, and Megan talks about how Ko Dong Man would absolutely go downtown... well. Get all the details on which kdrama heroes we would marry, mate, and murder. Kpop rec: Love Scenario by IKON Romance book rec with a hero we would marry: Joe Callahan from At Peace by Kristen Ashley ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Fight For My Way: Off the Charts Chemistry
July 21, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 44.1 MBPark Seo Joon and Kim Ji Won kiss each others' boo boos and we loved every minute of it. Find out why we think Ko Dong Man is a beta hero and also why this drama nails the friends to lovers trope. K-pop rec: Make a Wish by NCT U Romance book rec with an MMA hero: Against the Ropes by Sarah Castille ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Coffee Prince: Gong Yoo and His Towel
July 14, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 51.4 MBGong Yoo makes drying his ankles sexy. Yoon Eun Hye as Eun Chan steals our hearts. And honorable mention to butter voice Han Sung. Join us as we deep dive Coffee Prince, a 2007 K-drama that feels ahead of its time. K-skincare rec: Nature Essence Bulgarian Rose Essence Romance book rec with non-binary MC: Every Day by David Levithan ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Imaginary Cat: A Drama For Cat Lovers
July 07, 2021 13:41 - 57 minutes - 49 MBAmy and Megan go full crazy cat lady while watching Imaginary Cat, a drama starring another cat lover--Yoo Sueng Hoo. We talk about why this drama hit us in the feels and why it's perfect for cat people. K-merch rec: Universal Yums ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Strangers From Hell and Creeptastic Lee Dong Wook
June 30, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBEveryone is sweaty. The eggs are bloody. The meat is raw. And Eden Residence is Hell. Listen as Lia and Megan discuss the 2019 drama Strangers From Hell where Lee Dong Wook plays a creeptastic (and also hot) cannibalistic serial killer. Also, Megan makes up a new term: Horror Edging. K-pop rec: Gambler by Monsta X Romance rec with a psychopatchic hero: Run Posy Run by Cate C. Wells ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Our Favorite Heroines
June 23, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 52.4 MBWhat characteristics do we think make a great heroine? Spoiler: She's got to be complicated! We discuss the ladies we love from Into The Ring, Coffee Prince, and Misaeng. K-merch rec: Maxim coffee ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Suspicious Partner Deep Dive
June 16, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBWe discuss the 2017 K-drama Suspicious Partner and how there are multiple Ji Chang Wook hairstyles for every fan. We get spoiler-y as we fangirl over one of our favorite villains, and ick out over the product placement that had us gagging, and not in a good way. Was this a slam dunk drama for us? Listen to find out! K-skin rec of the week: Then I Met You Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel Romantic Suspense book rec: Stacy Abrams writing as Selena Montgomery ★ Support this podcast on Pa...
When the Camellia Blooms: Big Drone Energy
June 09, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBWe break down all the marinated crab eating, joker serial killing, Young Sik flirting goodness of When the Camellia Blooms, a drama that surprised all three of us and shot to the top of our favorites. Find out why we think the hero is a BALPHA and why we actually like to see heroines cry. This is our longest episode yet, so slip on your aviators, fire up that drone, and get into it with us. K-pop Rec: BrEAk It DoWn by Bobby K-Romance Rec: Male author writing romance Passion by Jud...
Boys Over Flowers, Heirs, and Feminism
June 02, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBWe discuss the complicated feelings on Boys Over Flowers and how it relates to a common critique of romance books. Is it okay to like problematic content? We make the case that yes, it is, and how that is a feminist act. Yes, we're serious. Get into it with us! Romance book rec: ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Case for I Am Not A Robot
May 26, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 80.2 MBWe give love to a criminally underrated drama that features one of the best romances we've ever seen. A human allergy? A life-like robot in friend mode? A terrible disguise? This drama shouldn't work but it does, and we break it down as only romance writers can. K-skincare rec: Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum K-romanc author rec: Jill Shalvis ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
My Love From Another Star: Why Do Min Joon is a Boomer Alien
May 19, 2021 12:59 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBWe deep dive into the classic K-drama My Love From Another Star. Take a shot every time we mention Kim Soo Hyun's pillow lips. We discuss how we wanted more alien world building, why Do Min Joon is absolutely a boomer alien done with Earth, and how we are totally into murder subplots with our romances. K-pop Rec: Mafia in the Morning by Itzy Alien Romance recs: The Drixonian Warrior series by Ella Maven (Megan's alter-ego) Aliens Among Us series by Tiffany Roberts Check out our m...
The King: Eternal Monarch Deep Dive: Woo Do Hwan deserves the World
May 12, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBWas The King: Eternal Monarch fantastic or a flop? We discuss why this Kdrama has our favorite scene of all time (hint: it involves a white horse), why Woo Do Hwan is a precious human who should be protected at all costs, and which plot holes bugged us the most (what was up with the red balloons?). Also try to say Manpasikjeok three times fast. K-merch rec: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AKoreanAddict Mug Time Traveling Romance Book Recs: The Viking Wants Forever by Koko Brown The Tim...
Favorite Villains: Imugi Wants Your God Bod
May 05, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBThere's nothing better than a great Kdrama villain, from the toe-sock wearing gangster in LawLess Lawyer to creepy-eyed Intern Imugi in Tale of the Nine Tailed, we discuss what we think makes a great villain, our favorites, honorable mentions, and a few we didn't like so much. K-skincare Rec: Klairs Vitamin E Mask Favorite Villains book recs: Captive Prince by C.S. Pacat Cruel Beauty by Rosamund Hodge A Song of Fire and Ice series by George R. R. Martin (Jaime Lannister) ★ ...
Run On Deep Dive
April 28, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBDid this quiet drama work for us? We discuss Run On, why the second lead romance gave us heart flutters, and why we felt subtitles didn't necessarily do this drama justice. Kpop rec: On the Ground by Rosé Quiet Romance book recs: Today, Tonight, Tomorrow by Rachel Lynn Solomon Truly by Ruthie Knox Liberating Lacey by Anne Calhoun ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
A Delight Snack: Endings We Want to Rewrite
April 23, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 27.7 MBLoved a K-drama but felt it fell a little flat at the end? Yeah, so did we. In this short episode, we talk about three drama endings we wish we could change -- Fight For My Way, The King: Eternal Monarch, and Coffee Prince. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Second Male Lead SOS
April 21, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB*Calling 119* "Yes, this is AfterNoona Delight and we'd like to report an emergency. These second male leads did not get their happily ever afters and our hearts are not okay." Good thing we are romance writers and this is kinda what we do. Listen as we plot out amazing romances for Nam Eun Gi from Her Private Life, Kim Shin Hyuk from She Was Pretty, and Lee Hee Kyung from My Love From the Star. Call us, Netflix. K-merch rec: Kdramagear.com K-romance rec where SML stole our hearts...
Her Private Life Deep Dive
April 14, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBA drama about fangirling? Can't relate since we didn't start a podcast just to fangirl over K-dramas or anything. *Ahem* Anyway, join us as we dive into Her Private Life where we discuss the ultimate woke male lead Ryan Gold, our own fangirl moments, and why we needed 100% more Eun Gi sad slow-mo showers. Kpop Rec of the Week: I'm the One by Ateez Our Romance Book recs that make us fangirl: Words in Deep Blue by Cath Crowley Flowers From The Storm by Laura Kinsale Sweet Dreams by ...
Mr Queen Deep Dive
April 07, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBIs Mr. Queen a romance? We have our first major disagreement of the podcast, but don't worry we aren't breaking up. We discuss body swaps, what we love or don't love about historicals, and why we all fell for Na In Woo as Sad Cousin Byeong In. K-merch rec: Christine Change: Illustrator on Etsy Historical Romance book recs: Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzie Lee Lea: The Spymaster’s Lady by Joanna Bourne The Dark Lord by Kathryn Le Veque *This podcast was recorded...
Healer Deep Dive (Part 2): The Tale of Elder's Mole
March 31, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBWho was the biggest villain of Healer: Elder, Moon Sik, or... Elder's Mole? (If you know, you know.) We talk about how Moon Ho was total eye candy and why Young Shin is such a fantastic heroine. Also, is Healer rewatch worthy? K-skin care rec: Dermal mask packs Romance book recs: Favorite New Adult novels Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell The Bronze Horseman Paullina Simons The Edge of Never by JA Redmerski ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
A Delight Snack: Antique
March 29, 2021 19:56 - 30 minutes - 25.7 MBA sweets-hating cake shop owner, an ex-boxer, a star baker, and a bumbling bodyguard. What do you get? The South Korean remake of Antique, a movie we all had mixed feelings about, but found intriguing nonetheless. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Healer Deep Dive (Part 1)
March 24, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBParkour montages, white sheets, and the best bumbling intern around: Why Healer is a 5-star drama. We get into everything from Healer's many disguises, to that epic elevator save, and the best blindfolded kisses. Kpop rec: Beautiful Beautiful by ONF Romance book rec: Hero who goes all in on his love interest: The AI Who Loved Me by Alyssa Cole Sleepless Over You By Sydney Smyth Protecting What's His by Tessa Bailey ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
A Delight Snack: Color Rush
March 22, 2021 22:17 - 31 minutes - 26.2 MBWe discuss the short series Color Rush, which features an interesting premise, a lesson on the color wheel, and a Grandpa Kid we could have used in 100% more scenes. Also, Megan completes our first Build-Your-Own-Kdrama game and the results are wild. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Train To Busan: Seok Woo and the Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.
March 17, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBWe take a quick detour from romance and go all out in a deep dive of the hit Korean zombie movie, Train to Busan, starring Gong Yoo. The movie might be serious, but we are not, discussing all things from Nicholas Cage, to why Megan is always prepared for zombie apocalypses with comfortable shoes, to how zombies might eat us like a corn cob. Lia questions why we are all friends, and we can't blame her. Get into all the brain-bashing gore and Gong Yoo fatherhood angst with us. K-mer...
A Delight Snack: Favorite Cliches
March 16, 2021 00:27 - 26 minutes - 22.2 MBDrunken love confession? Back hug? Piggy-back ride? We discuss our favorite and least favorite K-drama cliches. Also, we start a new Build-Your-Own-Kdrama game. It involves a 100-year-old sorcerer and a corgi. Seriously. Listen to find out! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
It's Okay Not To Be Okay Deep Dive
March 10, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBThe Show of Emotional Wounds. We get real about mental health issues in relation to this thought-provoking series. We also discuss the best brotherhood of k-drama, the greatness of Moon Young's wardrobe, and wonder what is up with the deer in South Korea? K-skincare rec of the week: Laniege Sleep Mask Romance recs with great kissing scenes: Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins The Story Guy by Mary Ann Rivers Last Hit by Jen Frederick and Jessica Clare ★ Support this p...
9 WTFs and 9 Yes's about Tale of the Nine Tailed
March 03, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBA sassy fox, a centuries-old demon turned intern, and an epic brother grudge make for a wild ride of a show that left us with plenty of questions as well as things we loved. Get into it with us! We want to know what the deal was with the imugi eggs, why Lee Dong Wook's sex neck vein didn't get its own billing, how we see Lee Rang as another Steven Harrington, and who the heck raised Ji Ah? Kpop rec of the week: I'm Not Cool by Hyuna Romance horror recs: Anna Dressed in Blood by K...
A Delight Snack: What's the Beef?
March 01, 2021 13:53 - 18 minutes - 16 MBDo K-dramas make you hungry? We talk about how our favorite shows have us craving beef bulgogi, fried chicken with beer, and a piping hot Americano. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Goblin Deep Dive (Part 2)
February 24, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBWe continue our Goblin deep dive and discuss why the secondary romance (and Lee Dong Wook) stole the show, how we don't want to be stink bugs in our next lives, and debate whether we would drink the Grim Reaper's tea. K-Merch rec of the week: MaviJane on Redbubble Bromance romance book recs: Infernal Devices series by Cassandra Clare Lover Revealed by JR Ward Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J Maas ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Goblin Deep Dive (Part 1)
February 17, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 40.8 MBJoin us as we delve into the popular Korean Drama Guardian, The Lonely and Great God. In the midst of our fangirling, we discuss Lia’s horse phobia, the hunch that Kim Shin shops at Eileen Fisher, and that the secret to happy immortality might just be more hobbies. K-skincare rec of the week: Acwell Licorice ph balancing cleansing toner Romance recs in Goblin's genre: The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater Dark Lover by JR Ward The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden ★ Sup...
A Delight Snack: Ratings and Reviews
February 15, 2021 20:07 - 23 minutes - 19.9 MBLearn about our incredibly rigorous rating system (or not), why we might disagree on dramas but never want to yuck anyone’s yum, and how we experience the review process as authors. You can find host ratings for K-dramas on our Instagram account: @afternoonadelightpodcast Five star romance novel recs: Work For It by Talia Hibbert Glitterland by Alexis Hall The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Appropriation vs. Appreciation
February 10, 2021 14:00 - 48 minutes - 40.8 MBWhat is the difference between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation? Since we are three white American romance writers doing a show centered on exploring Korean dramas, this feels like an important topic to address early on. Our intent with this podcast is to honor and celebrate the craft that goes into Kdrama and the fun ways writers play with romance tropes in particular, without inadvertently diminishing Korean people or relegating them into stereotypes. We discuss d...
A Delight Snack: Wounded heroes
February 08, 2021 13:44 - 23 minutes - 18.7 MBA snack-size episode about our current obsession: Wounded heroes and heroines nursing them back to health (inspired by our current buddy watch, Tale of the Nine Tailed). Megan and Amy discuss why they love this plot line that's common in Korean dramas and Lia explains why this isn't her jam, but she's all for inner angsty pain. Does that count? We talk about our favorite wounded hero scenes in K-dramas as well as in our own books. Wounded hero romance book recs: Garrick by Theresa ...
Crash Landing on You Deep Dive (Part 2)
February 01, 2021 23:11 - 53 minutes - 44.5 MBJoin Amy, Lia, and Megan as we continue to explore our gateway Kdrama romance Crash Landing on You. On today's pod we'll be taking a closer look at the drama's second romantic leads--con-artist Gu Seong-Joon (played by Kim Jun-Hyun) and Pyongyang socialite, Seo Dan (played by Seo Ji-hye). Topics include: Seo Dan--In Defense of an Unlikeable Woman, Gu Seung-Joon's fate, and of course the scene-stealing North Korean soldiers and village ajummas. Also, real talk? This show gave us som...
Crash Landing on You Deep Dive (Part 1)
February 01, 2021 23:11 - 52 minutes - 52.4 MBOn this episode, we discuss why Crash Landing on You (available on Netflix) is the perfect gateway Kdrama to hook new fans and give seasoned ones something to appreciate. Topics include: Is Captain Ri (played by Hyun Bin) the perfect alpha? What’s the difference between a character who is an alpha and one who is an alphahole? Why is Yoon Se-Ri (played by Son Ye-jin) a boss in every sense of the word? How can we appreciate Se-Ri’s arc from a feminist perspective? And the all importan...
Meet your Unnis!
January 31, 2021 01:10 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBK-Dramas are the self-care balm to our quarantined souls. Whether binging or savoring, we fangirl over plots and performances, writers and actors, which are all part of South Korea's booming entertainment industry. Get to know us, what we love about writing and romance, and how that translates to why we love and appreciate K-Dramas. Romance Book recommendations for those new to romance: Beach Ready by Emily Henry To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han Bad Neighbor by Molly...