Ask Me About Kpop
303 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsHave you ever been curious about Kpop, but don’t know where to start? Or are you a huge Kpop fan with no one else to geek out with about it? Lucky for you, best friends Shannon & Angélica love talking about Kpop more than anything! Tune into Ask Me About Kpop each week for Kpop history, vocabulary words, great music, and of course some good old fashioned fangirling.
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Ep. 96: Seventeen in LA
January 22, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 103 MBWe're back again with raspy voices for another post-concert ep! We got to see Seventeen perform at The Forum in Los Angeles for their Ode To You 2020 tour! Hear from some other listeners who saw the tour in a new voicemail segment, and then we run down our night! From costumes, aesthetic vcrs and many many tears, to a few disappointments and sleepy brains. Plus, the wildest random game group ever, and make sure you stay tuned all the way til the end of this one... Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Ep. 95: Producing A Scandal
January 15, 2020 08:18 - 1 hour - 128 MBWe've got a lot to cover today so strap in! A listener called in to lament the end of X1, and because we're us, we decided to turn that into homework. This week, tune in for a rundown of all 4 seasons of Produce 101 and the groups that came out of it. All culminating in a massive rigging scandal that collapsed the whole thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 94: Welcome to 2020
January 08, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 91.7 MBWe made it to another year y'all! Welcome to 2020! Today we're catching up on some of our favorite performances from the end of the year. Then we're running down a list of rumored upcoming projects. Followed by the first very handsome random group of the year! Leave us a voicemail! Call our new voicemail box at 1 81AMAKPOP5 and leave us your questions, comments and feels!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 93: Best of 2019 - Listener Memories
December 25, 2019 07:37 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBIt's our last episode of 2019, and we wouldn't know how else to spend it but with YOU our listeners. We received an insane amount of emails from you describing your favorite Kpop memories of 2019. So today we are reading a selection of them for you! We've got great concert memories, new bias groups, new hobbies and more. Capping off with a listener voice memo that made us laugh so hard. We're so grateful for all of you tuning in this year and we look forward to all that 2020 has for us! Happy...
Ep. 92: Best of 2019 - Top 15 with Yusong Liu
December 18, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBWe couldn't possibly try and choose the best songs of the year without a little outside help. So we proudly welcomed back our pal Yusong! We start out with a little Christmas present time before we each share our runner up choices that didn't make the cut. Then it's finally time to choose the best songs of 2019 (according to the three of us and our arbitrary points system)! See you next week for your favorite Kpop memories of 2019! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.91: Best of 2019 - AMAK Awards
December 11, 2019 07:58 - 1 hour - 110 MBWe told y'all we had too much music to talk about this year. So in continuing with this excuse to cram as many fave songs onto the show as possible, we present you with our faves in 10 different categories. From Best Music Video to favorite SM Station song. Our choices may be predictable in most cases, but there are sure to be some surprises on the list. Come back next week when we count down the top 15 of 2019 with a special guest!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...
Ep. 90: Best of 2019 - B-sides
December 04, 2019 08:01 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBIt's the end of the year already! Can you believe? So it's time for episode one of our FOUR end of year specials this year! First up, we're talking about a few of our favorite B-sides from 2019. It was very hard for us to choose them but we kept it strict to 5 and now the episode is actually very short and I regret everything.... also another edition of "The Random Number Generator Is Being Creepy" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.89: Whoz That EXID
November 27, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 96.8 MBIt's time for the last deep-dive ep of 2019 when we learn everything about EXID! Get to know the members, and all about their rocky start to idol life. Plus, their climb back up the charts, legendary Shinsadong Tiger bops, hilarious music videos are more! Let's celebrate this funny, sexy, legendary girl group! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 88: Let's Duet
November 20, 2019 17:45 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBHope you like beautiful harmony and great collabs because that's what we're talking about today! We will be running down a list of some of our favorite Kpop duets of all time! Some are bouncy and fun, some sexy, some sad, but they're all duets! Ending with a glorious tale of friendship and betrayal that gets us very riled up... don't worry, it has a happy ending. Finally, a too hot for tv girl group in the random game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 87: Roses & Thorns; October 2019
November 13, 2019 21:16 - 1 hour - 129 MBYou have to take the good with the bad, and October 2019 was a pretty rough month. We experienced shocking loss and more than one heartbreak. So today we're taking some time to discuss last month's 'thorns'. (Monbebe: you can skip to 43:50 if you're done hearing about your troubles) Then, we try and turn it around and focus on the joys that October brought with a list of 'roses' that listeners helped us compile. Finally, the controversy continues in the random game with a girl group that was ...
Ep. 86: Hello Battle
November 06, 2019 19:44 - 52 minutes - 72 MBIt's time for another song battle! Today's title was "Hello" and we really struggled with these ones. Then a short lived, but somehow timely group in the random game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 85: Kpop Personnel
October 30, 2019 21:49 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MBToday's episode is all about the unsung heroes (and occasional villains) of the Kpop industry: Managers and Staff. Learn about what an idol manager's day looks like (spoiler: its very long). And hear tales of the worst of the worst managers, and of course some brighter stories of lasting friendship and a specific kind of fan service. Then, the longest random game mv yet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 84: This Is Super Junior
October 23, 2019 07:01 - 1 hour - 112 MBToday's deep dive is a real doozy as we try to cover 13+ years of SUPER JUNIOR! Meet all the members past and present, and follow us on one of the greatest hair journeys so far. Through member changes and seemingly endless military enlistments, find out what has earned Super Junior a place on the "Hallyu Mount Rushmore". And check out Super Junior's latest release 'Super CLAP' now!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bonus: Field Trip to the SuperM Pop-Up
October 22, 2019 18:40 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBWe took a stroll down the grossest street on Earth to visit our super boys at the SuperM pop up store! Hear tales of photo binders, forbidden fans, cute wall signatures, and the merch we couldn't help but buy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 83: AMAK LIVE!
October 09, 2019 16:28 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBLIVE from the Amino App, it's Ask Me About Kpop! Today's episode is a recording of the live stream that we did on the Kpop Amino community on 9/29/19. First we introduce ourselves to all the new friends in the chat room, then we play a little Kpop parlor game where the winner in the chat room gets to pick any video for all of us to watch. Then, of course we end with a random game and someone joins the chat just in time to hear us yell, "nipples!". Download the Amino App to join the Ask Me A...
Ep. 82: Who is SuperM?
October 02, 2019 17:40 - 1 hour - 96.5 MBIt's SuperM eve! And we wanted to take an opportunity for any newcomers to explain who these guys are! Hear a rundown of each member of SuperM and their careers up to this point! Plus, recommendations for each member so you can get to know them as individuals! Then, a random game group that doesn't make us sad for once. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 81: K-pop Parlor Games- Shuffle R&D
September 25, 2019 23:33 - 1 hour - 121 MBThis week we're feeling stuck in the floating void between comebacks and lamenting how the news is always right on our tails. Then, we're testing out new Kpop parlor games based on our Kpop playlists and the good ol shuffle button. Some work better than others, but we definitely have a lot of fun. Which game did you like best? Then, it's a very colorful random game. Download the Amino App now and join our first LIVE episode of AMAK 9/29/19 right on Amino!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Ep. 80: Friends Forever
September 18, 2019 07:01 - 1 hour - 109 MBThere's nothing more important than friends! And today we're celebrating our own friend-aversary (12 years!!!) with some presents and exploring legendary idol friendships. From childhood friends, and group chats everyone wants to be a part of, to soulmates and friends that may be more? Finally the most tumultuous random game group yet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 79: #supportgirlgroups2019
September 11, 2019 05:42 - 54 minutes - 74.5 MBIt's that time of year again! Where we take the week to only girl groups! And it's the new ones to boot! First, we play catch up with the groups who debuted in 2018 after the last celebration. And then get to know some of the gals who have debuted so far in 2019. And lastly, a truly amazing and hilarious mv in the random game. Support girl groups every year, all year long!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 78: Kpop Inked
September 04, 2019 20:09 - 56 minutes - 78 MBTime to fire up the Google image search cause we're talking about tattoos that you can't see on a podcast. First we break down the legal grey area that is getting tattoos in South Korea. Then we talk about some of our faves tattoos, as well as some of yours! There's conspiracy, misspellings, and some scary portraits of moms! Lastly, it's time to highlight a beloved boy group in the random game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 77: KCON LA 2019 with Jordan Duffy
August 28, 2019 08:04 - 1 hour - 111 MBYou waited patiently and it's finally time for our KCON LA 2019 wrap up! And we are joined once again by the lovely Jordan Duffy who joined us for KCON! Hear all about what we wore, how we made what we wore, who we met, what we saw and everything else you'd want to know about our time at KCON LA 2019! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 76: Idols In Love II: Tears of Blood
August 21, 2019 07:18 - 1 hour - 117 MBIt's time to revisit y'alls favorite topic... dating scandals! We'll start with some very recent news, and demand a public apology from a certain big mouth idol. Then, dip back into the past for a variety of stories we didn't get to last time. Finishing out with a very juicy cheating scandal that includes some pretty salty instagram essays. Finally, it's time for one of those sad random games where the group is good but aren't around anymore :( #letidolsbang Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
Ep. 75: Monsta X Was Here
August 14, 2019 05:55 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBThe Kpop Gods are shining down on us this week! First we catch up on comebacks, supergroup pros and cons, and a serendipitous encounter with a Kpop star. Then it's time to recount our time seeing Monsta X on their WE ARE HERE tour in LA at the Staples Center. Hear all about the fabulous wardrobe, out of this world visuals, hilarious vcrs and more! Then some rookie boys in the random game! Don't forget to rate and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 74: Always Apink
August 07, 2019 07:23 - 1 hour - 119 MBToday's deep dive takes us head first into Shannon's ultimate girl group, Apink. My My, do we ever get into the history and discography of this second gen fairy idol group. From their start as a perfect picture of innocent charm, to their current dgaf style. Only One video will be watched at the end and, No No No we didn't forget to give some b-side recommendations. Thank you for opening the gate for us Apink, you are the Only One! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 73: Battle of the Butterfly
July 31, 2019 07:10 - 56 minutes - 77.1 MBIt's time for another {dun dun] SONG BATTLE! The title we are throwing into the ring this time is "Butterfly". As usual, our tastes are almost completely opposite, making for a very interesting ranking. Then, a group that subverts all expectations in the random game. And finally, FINALLY it's time to talk about EXO-SC!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 72: (Vampire Ver.) with Yusong Liu
July 24, 2019 06:11 - 1 hour - 113 MBOur new friend Yusong Liu (Doughboys, Maybe Don't) was bursting with excitement to talk to us about Kpop. We get to know each other's Kpop likes and watch videos of each other dancing (with much protest) and laugh a whole lot. Then, there's only one thing to describe the discussion around the random game group: peach emoji. Follow Yusong! Twitter: @YusongL Instagram: @yusong_liu Listen to Yusong's new podcast 'Maybe Don't' wherever you get podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
Ep. 71: Before We Had Kpop...
July 17, 2019 06:21 - 1 hour - 118 MBFirst off, it must be said that this is the most heavily edited episode of AMAK ever. Because you see, we just wanted to talk about all the pop groups we loved as youths and the nostalgia took over. Despite it's runtime, an entire hour was actually edited out of this conversation. So sit back and relax and listen as we take a stroll down memory lane and revisit some objectively terrible, actually perfect, late 90s pop! Don't worry if you can't relate, we do try to bring it all back to Kpop so...
Ep. 70: Kpop News and Where To Find It
July 10, 2019 19:32 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBStaying up to date on all things in the Kpop world can feel like an impossible task. So today we are sharing some of our favorite resources for finding reliable Kpop news, as well as giving a word of warning about resources to take with a grain of salt. Plus, defending and supporting Kpop journalists who are doing their best! And finally, the random game to end all random games. (But its not the end) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 69: AMAK Movie Club: The Wonder Girls (2012)
July 03, 2019 06:43 - 1 hour - 126 MBIt's movie club time again! So grab some popcorn (but not a lot, this movie isn't long) for the 2012 Teen Nick/JYP production, The Wonder Girls! In this 43 minute feature, The Wonder Girls are supposedly on tour, but they get distracted by a local contest. Meet their US crew like their new friend Mitchie and all his slang, a helpful lady from a plane, and a very uncool DJ. Plus, JYP is actually charming, a strange obsession with soul food, and that is NOT how you make a promise in America. ...
Ep. 68: It's 2PM somewhere
June 26, 2019 07:46 - 1 hour - 127 MBWe love 2PM a lot. You guys know that, right? Well today they are the stars of our deep dive episode, and every day they are the stars of our dreams. We've got member intros to make, a musical timeline to go through, fave b-sides to recommend, and a music video viewing to scream over. We love you 2PM. We miss you. Come home soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 67: K-Pop Parlor Games - Twenty Questions
June 19, 2019 06:17 - 1 hour - 122 MBIt's time once again to play a parlor game! Listen in as we try to stump each other with a super-specific edition of Twenty Questions: Kpop style. Try to guess along! Then, a queen graces us in the random game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 66: Kpop in the U.S.A.
June 12, 2019 06:53 - 1 hour - 117 MBWelcome back to another episode! Today we are talking about the history of Kpop's presence in the United States. From a history lesson about the very first famous Kpop group in America (I mean, technically). The story of the Wonder Girls stint in the U.S. Plus how much the amount of touring Kpop shows has increased and how much all of our wallets and local newscasters are suffering. Then a weirdly timely group in the random game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 65: 2009 Hit Stage Flashback (Full Audio)
June 05, 2019 19:09 - 1 hour - 129 MBIt's time to take a little trip back into the past and watch MBC's 2009 Hit Stage Compilation! Hear some of the biggest songs from a decade as we critique outfits and hair styling choices and squeal over how smol some of our faves used to be. Plus, the most intriguing random game group yet! This episode is the FULL AUDIO version - if you want to watch along without the backing track, please listen to the other version also available in the feed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Ep. 65: 2009 Hit Stage Flashback (Commentary Only)
June 05, 2019 19:06 - 1 hour - 129 MBIt's time to take a little trip back into the past and watch MBC's 2009 Hit Stage Compilation! Hear some of the biggest songs from a decade as we critique outfits and hair styling choices and squeal over how smol some of our faves used to be. Plus, the most intriguing random game group yet! This episode is COMMENTARY ONLY - if you cannot watch along, please listen to the other version also available in the feed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 64: Plastic Surgery
May 30, 2019 00:18 - 1 hour - 105 MBIt's finally time to talk about that elephant in the room, South Korea's plastic surgery industry. Learn all about how SK became a plastic surgery superpower, as we clear up misconceptions about the intentions behind the industry. Plus, we discuss idols who are loud and proud about their enhancements and a company that took idol surgery to an extreme. And finally, stay tuned/be warned about a super addictive recommendation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 63: 2NE1 4 Evry1
May 22, 2019 20:32 - 1 hour - 104 MBIt's time for another group deep dive! This week, the legends themselves, 2NE1!! Get an intro to all the members and hear snippets of all of their discography to get the full picture of their impact on Kpop history!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 62: The Ministry of KPop
May 15, 2019 16:41 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBWe're finally feeling a part of the world again, so we have some Kpop news to catch up on. Who is winning, who is breaking up, who is celebrating love and more. Then we finally get into that thing we've been saying forever about how the Korean government pays for Kpop. So enjoy a short financial history lesson about how Kpop became and continues to be an economic super power. Then, some super sweetie boys in the random game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 61: #BestiesTakeKorea2019
May 08, 2019 07:01 - 1 hour - 133 MBWow we're finally back! And still jet lagged messes! But we're here to regale all of our tales from our recent trip to South Korea! Hear us try to explain everything that 'School: Oz' turned out to be, what made us cry in the SMTOWN museum, and how eerily close we actually got to our faves. Plus some shopping tips and a few recommendations if you want to plan your own trip! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 60: Picking Favorites - Listener Edition
April 17, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBHey we're on vacation in Korea! But we couldn't leave y'all hanging without an episode! So today, we are reading some of your lovingly written emails about your biases! Turns out, our listeners like a lot of the same people, including one specific member of BTS. Who is it? Well you have to listen to find out! Thank you so much for all the amazing emails you sent, even if yours was not read. See you when we're back from our trip!!! :D Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...
Ep. 59: Picking Favorites REDUX
April 10, 2019 07:05 - 1 hour - 115 MBIt's Bias time once again!! Today we are recapping our bias ep from last year, and discussing how feelings have and haven't changed since. Then, we're diving into all the biases we have acquired in the last year. Many stirring different, uncharted feelings for both of us. Stay tuned next week for yet another bias episode, with biases sent in by listeners like you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 58: Astro in LA
April 03, 2019 07:01 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBWe have to tell you about the beauty we saw!! But first we discuss a few recent releases that have our attention at the moment. Then, a recap of the Astro concert we saw last weekend! Hear way too many details about their outfits (seriously we can't stress enough how great the jackets were) and a post-concert sentiment from a dedicated Aroha. Finally, literal actual tiny children (we mean it this time) in the random game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 57: Battle of the Beautiful
March 27, 2019 17:49 - 1 hour - 103 MB10 songs. 1 title. Who will come out on top? Find out today as we break down 10 different boy group songs that all have the same title, "Beautiful". Then, one of Angelica's ultimate groups in the random game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 56: Baby Steps with Jordan Duffy
March 20, 2019 07:05 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBShannon's co-worker Jordan Duffy is a burgeoning Kpop fan who has never ever spoken about her Kpop love aloud. And oh boy did she speak today. Listen as Jordan introduces us to a bunch of young groups we know nothing about...oops. Then of course we force some of our faves on her. And finally, a spooky vampire random game! Follow Jordan on instagram! @jordankduffy Listen to her music! http://www.jordanduffymusic.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 55: Boys & Girls
March 13, 2019 07:35 - 1 hour - 109 MBIt's a giggly episode today as we dive into co-ed Kpop groups throughout history! There's good music and some bad first gen singing, bullying scandals and just a bit of sexy dancing. Plus the cutest summer girl group in the random game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 54: The Nation's Girl Group: SNSD
March 06, 2019 07:39 - 1 hour - 109 MBIt's time for another group deep dive! This week we celebrate the legendary princesses of Kpop, Girl's Generation! Hear clips from their entire discography in order, while we talk comeback concepts, unforgettable choreo, questionable wigs, member changes and more. Bow down to the women who showed us what a Kpop girl group could be! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 53: K-Pop Parlor Games - Name 5
February 27, 2019 08:02 - 1 hour - 91.2 MBOh hey, good to see you again. We have A LOT to say about some current Kpop comebacks and other happenings, so we have to do that for awhile. Then, we're continuing to build a collection of Kpop Parlour Games you can play with your friends and family! Please keep your eyes peeled for #MULLETWATCH2019 and alert us to all suspicious hair activities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 52: Idols As Advertisers
February 20, 2019 07:37 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBWe watched a lot of commercials in this one. Sorry if you get any of the jingles stuck in your head. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 51: K-Drama OSTs
February 13, 2019 08:01 - 1 hour - 37.2 MBTo keep rolling along on the subject of K-dramas, it's time to talk about their soundtracks! KDrama OSTs dominate the charts, and make us feel all the feels. So we're listening to some of the most popular OSTs of all time and some of our favorites all while dishing about their dramas of origin. Then we are once again too late to a random game group. Check out our Taemin 'Want' reaction on our YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep. 50: K-Drama with Noona Ya Business
February 06, 2019 08:01 - 1 hour - 106 MBK-drama is an integral part of the Hallyu wave around the world. And since we barely watch dramas, we called in some experts. Please welcome from the Noona Ya Business podcast, Becca & Megan! We chat about how they got into the Kdrama life, the history of Korean tv around the world, our favorite idol actors, and Kdrama tropes we love to hate. Make sure you're subscribed to our YouTube channel for exclusive bonus video content from this ep! Follow Noona Ya Business on Twitter @noonayabusines...
Ep. 49: AMAK Movie Club: Make Your Move (2014)
January 30, 2019 07:46 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBWelcome to the very first edition of Ask Me About Kpop Movie Club! First, we have to talk through a recent trauma at the movies. Then, we go through the 2014 dance romance 'Make Your Move' starring Kpop princess BoA. From dance sex, to random saxophones there's... a lot to say. We read some reviews from you the listener, and the random game is listening to us again. Then we cede our recommendation time to complain about Seventeen. See you next week for a super special 50th ep!! Hosted on Ac...