Eat Your Kimchi
100 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 691 ratingsEat Your Kimchi on SBS PopAsia! Simon and Martina bring you all the latest on J-pop, K-pop and Asian pop culture. They take you on adventures through Japan and Korea, diving in to the culture, tasting the food and learning a lot along the way.
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That's a wrap!
June 25, 2018 06:31 - 24 minutesAfter four wonderfully nasty years Simon and Martina say goodbye to SBS PopAsia. They look back at their time on the radio show and podcast, before sharing a final story about watching the World Cup at a lovely bar which serves toast and handmade jams alongside an impressive selection of craft beers.
EXTRA: People are not robot servants
June 18, 2018 04:45 - 2 minutesHave we lost our sense of manners and decency? Simon and Martina are seasoned travelers and are disappointed to see service workers being treated rudely by tourists all too often.
Stories from Thailand
June 18, 2018 04:45 - 21 minutesSimon and Martina are kicking back on a beach in Koh Samui, Thailand for their wedding anniversary and they've already racked up some fun stories just days into their trip. There's one about a little girl who wants a tattoo, trying to drink sparkling wine on a speedboat, and a special travel pig named Kogi.
Appreciating food, culture & remembering Anthony Bourdain
June 12, 2018 03:23 - 23 minutesSimon and Martina remember Anthony Bourdain who was a big influence and inspiration for them as foodies and presenters. Depression is a reality for some people, including Simon and Martina, who share their experiences living with the disease. If you, or a loved one, are feeling depressed or just need someone to talk to, please contact beyondblue on 1300 22 4636, or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
EXTRA: Simon's musical memory
June 04, 2018 05:47 - 1 minuteSimon is really bad when it comes to matching dates with particular events. Instead, the songs he listens to during certain events remain as time markers in his memory.
How K-Pop can help the entire Korean music scene
June 04, 2018 05:47 - 23 minutesSimon and Martina are passionate about the indie music scene in Korea but generally disappointed at the lack of promotion for these artists. Can the success of K-Pop bring attention to other music genres in Korea?
Isle Of Dogs and trying to understand haters
May 29, 2018 07:42 - 23 minutesSimon and Martina recently went to the premiere of the new Wes Anderson movie Isle Of Dogs and loved it. What they didn't love though, was the backlash towards the movie. Why do some movie critics take things too far?
Best of the Eat Your Kimchi podcast - May 28
May 28, 2018 05:41 - 19 minutesThe best bits from the Eat Your Kimchi podcast.
Does Seoul have what it takes to become cool again?
May 21, 2018 07:03 - 24 minutesKorea has grown so much, even since they first moved to the country 8 years ago, but at what expense? Reminiscing of their early days in Korea, Simon and Martina wonder if Seoul can find its artistic flare again.
EXTRA: Nothing beats mum's cooking
May 14, 2018 07:03 - 3 minutesSimon and Martina share their stories growing up with food and some of their best memories of home cooked treats
Japanese comfort food and rainy days
May 14, 2018 07:02 - 21 minutesIt's rainy season in Japan which means, Simon and Martina's story time! When you go to Japan, you're likely to try sushi, ramen, etc. But if you're lucky to spend some extra time in Japan, Simon and Martina let you in on an unlikely, yet equally authentic culinary experience.
EXTRA: Giving presents vs giving experiences
May 07, 2018 05:58 - 1 minuteSimon and Martina have changed the way they celebrate each other's birthday. instead of giving 'things' as presents, they're finding more value in non-material experiences.
Golden week is the worst time to visit Japan
May 07, 2018 05:47 - 21 minutesGolden Week, one of the busiest travel seasons, is the worst week to visit Japan. Restaurants and accommodation are usually fully booked and overpriced during this cluster of public holidays. Simon had his work cut out trying to plan Martina's birthday this year, which happened to fall during Golden week, but he managed a fun-filled time despite the chaos.
EXTRA: The unique Japanese skyline
April 30, 2018 05:02 - 1 minuteThe difference between buildings and homes in Japan and Korea. Simon and Martina give you some advice on finding the most interesting architecture (if you're into that kind of stuff!).
Stop and smell the roses
April 30, 2018 04:58 - 20 minutesAfter a few hectic weeks Simon and Martina decide to take a day off for some chill, exploration time. Taking in the local architecture and people-watching at the local park, the duo accidentally recreate a hipster movie scene. They share their tip for finding hidden gems in Japan's suburbs.
EXTRA: Japan's business card culture
April 23, 2018 04:31 - 1 minuteWhen doing business in Japan business cards vital. But Simon and Martina have some thoughts on the card exchanges.
Wedding etiquette in Japan
April 23, 2018 04:22 - 21 minutesSimon and Martina went to their first wedding in Japan. Some of it was familiar, some of it...not so much. The duo think they were horrible guests. What did they do at the wedding? It's a pretty funny story #lol
EXTRA: Simon's Japanese joke
April 16, 2018 07:04 - 1 minuteWhile at their newly discovered yakitori restaurant, Simon pulled off the greatest thing any language-learner could do - make a joke in your new language. Did it go down well? Or was it a total fail?
Underground yakitori action with older folks
April 16, 2018 07:03 - 23 minutesSimon and Martina explore a cool new area and stumble upon an incredible yakitori restaurant. And their awesome story's just beginning there. The duo interact with fellow patrons at the restaurant, ensuing hilarity. Simon also pulls off a successful joke in Japanese, in front of a room full of Japanese people - props!
EXTRA: When tourists need to put their phones away
April 09, 2018 06:53 - 2 minutesThere's a big difference between going to a tourist site, to tick it off your bucket list, and actually appreciating a tourist site. Simon and Martina tell us when to put that selfie stick away to stop and smell the roses.
Japan's best kept secret temple
April 09, 2018 06:45 - 24 minutesSimon and Martina travelled to Otsu this week to sample one of the top three beefs in Japan, Omi Beef! While there they stumbled upon the most beautiful, grand, quiet temple (just two stops away from Kyoto!). The duo are still letting us in on how to be awesome tourists.
EXTRA: Why online negativity hurts
March 29, 2018 06:32 - 3 minutesSimon and Martina recently had an awful encounter when an incident from the real world turned nasty online. They're giving their thoughts on the effect of these comments on themselves and the potential effect on others, especially young people on social media.
When social media is an awful place
March 29, 2018 06:29 - 25 minutesSimon and Martina are talking about how they deal with negativity online and attempt to understand why people treat other's awfully in the digital space. Simon was effected by a negative comment left about him this week, because he didn't have time to stop and say hi to a fan on the street. It got to him. But it's not the worst comment he, or Martina, have had thrown at them online. The duo talk about other famous people who've been trolled and bullied online, and they're asking everyone to ...
EXTRA: How Japanese people unwind
March 26, 2018 04:52 - 2 minutesIt's Hanami (or Cherry Blossom Season) in Japan, and that means time to relax and unwind. Simon and Martina describe what Japanese people do to de-stress. Even Japanese businessmen unwind in pretty unexpected ways...
How to enjoy Cherry Blossom Season in Japan
March 26, 2018 04:06 - 19 minutesHanami or the Cherry Blossom festival is a huge tradition in Japan where people gather under the cherry blossoms for picnics and to appreciate the beauty of nature. Simon and Martina say it's like a family friendly version of St. Patrick's Day! Join them as they find a spot right under a Cherry Blossom Tree...bliss.
EXTRA: The Onsen Otaku
March 19, 2018 07:00 - 1 minuteSimon and Martina's friend Yohei is known as an 'Onsen Otaku'. Just how far does he go to experience the greatest hot springs Japan has to offer?
A mysterious box of crabs
March 19, 2018 06:56 - 18 minutesSimon and Martina find a box of high-quality crabs on their doorstep. They were sent by a very special friend that can only be described as "pretty much perfect". What they did with the crabs is a juicy story of delicious wonder and friendship.
EXTRA: Why we view different cultures the way we do
March 12, 2018 05:52 - 1 minute - 1.91 MBSimon and Martina recently encountered a real life Aegyo (a really cute, and shy girl) in Japan. It got them thinking about how media changes people's idea of certain cultures. The girl reminded them of chracters in Anime, and they don't know if it's real-life Aegyo that comes first, or the media representing that character and then people act like what they see on TV shows. A chicken and egg scenario - what comes first. What. Is. Real!? It happens with all cultures; like thinking people fro...
The top 3 places in Japan have Simon and Martina 'fuming'
March 12, 2018 05:35 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBSimon and Martina are fuming. Their beloved Kichijoji (where they live) has fallen from first, to third, in popularity ratings. According to real estate agencies, Kichijoji has slipped in popularity among popular places to visit in Japan, with Ebisu coming in second and Yokohama taking out first place! The duo are not happy, and don't agree with this at all. This leads to a discussion about where you should go, and stay, when you visit Japan and how you can (and should) avoid the 'Tokyo crus...
EXTRA: Simon's new favourite restaurant
March 05, 2018 06:23 - 1 minute - 1.91 MBSimon and Martina are keeping their new favourite taco restaurant a secret and Simon is very serious about ensuring nobody finds it!
Japan's best tacos
March 05, 2018 06:04 - 21 minutes - 14.3 MBSimon and Martina have found the best taco restaurant in Japan! It's so good, they're not even telling you where it is. Actually, it doesn't exist *winky face*...Simon's favourite taco is the lamb (so don't go ordering that). Martina just loves chatting to the owner of the restaurant. Any ideas where this place is?
EXTRA: Simon predicts the internet
February 26, 2018 05:20 - 1 minute - 2.86 MBSimon was way ahead of the times when he started using Twitter. In 2008 he actually tweet that, "more people should use Twitter." Now he can't believe it's such a massive platform, and powerful people like the President Of The United States use it. Crazy!
"More people should use Twitter"
February 26, 2018 04:52 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBSimon and Martina go back to where Eat Your Kimchi all began; with their first ever tweet in 2008. They read some of their oldest tweets and look back on what it was like when they started as Youtubers. Simon asked more people to use Twitter (he just knew it was going to take-off). They remember when they first used Skype and Simon talks about a time he got footage of North Korea (while in South Korea). There's no responses to them on Twitter in the early day...And next week they're talking ...
How to easily change someone's day
February 19, 2018 02:32 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBSimon had a barista draw a smiley face on his coffee cup recently and it made him so happy he wanted to talk about kindness in Japan in this episode. Martina tells you how comments on social media have an instant effect on the mood of your day, while their cat Meemers meows a lot throughout this episode, interrupting Simon and Martina at some points!
EXTRA: Simon's friendly barista
February 19, 2018 02:30 - 1 minute - 2.86 MBThis is the one thing that made Simon's day recently. It made such a difference that Simon and Martina talked about the power of kindness in their latest episode
EXTRA: Is stamp collecting cool?
February 12, 2018 05:41 - 1 minute - 1.91 MBSimon and Martina's neighbour collects stamps and wants to know how much they are worth. Simon's not sure if people still collect stamps anymore. Is it still a thing?
Why friends unfollow friends on social media
February 12, 2018 05:38 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBSimon and Martina are having a little vent about why they unfollow people (yes, sometimes their friends) on social media. If they're not interested in the things you post, if you're spamming your account with baby photos, if they don't like what you're saying/posting then they're not going to keep following you on social media. They like to follow Ramen shops - the menus update on Twitter. Amazing. What about you, why do you unfollow people online?
EXTRA: Why you shouldn't be embarrassed dancing in a club
February 06, 2018 06:14 - 1 minute - 977 KBSimon says he's a terrible dancer, but doesn't care. He and Martina are in their mid-30s and ain't the best dancers in the world. Sure, they used to be super embarrassed about it, but now they realise no one's a good dancer in the clubs so no one's judging you because you're all bad dancers, equally together. Right?
Bargain VVIP rooms in Japan (how 'old' people party)
February 06, 2018 04:17 - 24 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week Simon and Martina went to a club in Japan, to see an artist they love dancing to. While waiting for that artist, instead of hanging with everyone else in the club, they paid $30 to go to a VVIP room. They were shocked at how reasonably priced it was. They got seats and drank water. Then they went and danced with the rest of the public before sitting in the VVIP area for one more glass of water. This is where things got really wild; they ate Ramen and went to bed. It's how 'old' peo...
EXTRA: Simon's unique beard trim
January 29, 2018 04:04 - 1 minute - 1.91 MBSimon got a hair cut and beard trim while in Rome. It was like nothing he's ever experienced before.
What it's like to holiday in Rome
January 29, 2018 03:37 - 25 minutes - 14.3 MBSimon and Martina are back from Rome and tell you what it's like to holiday there. Simon says it's the most beautiful city in the world. They loved the artistic graffiti and ALL the delicious food. They also noticed how 'touchy-feely' the Italians are. A few funny stories ensue...
EXTRA: The best way to travel
January 22, 2018 05:17 - 2 minutes - 2.86 MBSimon and Martina have done a lot of travel around the world. Through their time planning holidays, they've come up with their number one travel tip.
Simon and Martina's top travel tip
January 22, 2018 05:01 - 27 minutes - 15.3 MBSimon and Martina's number 1 travel tip! This week Simon and Martina are in Rome! They've noticed people are collecting sights like Pokemon; taking selfies, looking at the photo and then leaving the sight, without taking it all in. The EYK duo have a few travel tips for you - don't over plan. Also Simon's favourite memory sounds like a glorious day we'd like to be part of.
EXTRA: Holidays in Rome
January 15, 2018 04:12 - 58 seconds - 899 MBSimon and Martina want to try and record a podcast episode in a Roman pub but it is proving difficult!
Thoughts on the Logan Paul YouTube controversy
January 15, 2018 03:25 - 28 minutes - 15.3 MBSimon and Martina discuss the controversy around YouTuber Logan Paul and the backlash over a recent controversial video he filmed in a Japanese forest. They're not just upset, or angry, about that video though. This is a bigger issue for them.
Ramen that tastes like Thanksgiving
January 02, 2018 02:07 - 34 minutes - 18.1 MBSimon and Martina tell you about Ramen that tastes like a Thanksgiving turkey, amongst other things. They discovered the Ramen shop while out walking on their date night (CUTE). The line for this place continually goes out the door and even has sake in their vending machines. They also talk about the importance of complimenting a chef and Martina updates you on the health of an important member of the family.
The K-Pop industry after Jonghyun's death
December 27, 2017 00:45 - 26 minutes - 17.2 MBThis week, Simon and Martina reflect on Jonghyun's death. They talk about how SHINee started their interest in K-Pop and tell you their favourite songs from the band. They also talk about how the industry could better look after their artists and ask you for your ideas.
What happens during party season in Japan!
December 18, 2017 02:43 - 36 minutes - 15.3 MBThis week Simon and Martina party in Japan for Bonenkai (Japanese drinking party) season! They talk about some strange things they've observed people doing and their experience eating delicious gyoza. In the middle of the ep there was a mini earthquake that struck when Simon was telling a story!
EXTRA: A little something to make you drool
December 11, 2017 13:00 - 2 minutesSimon and Martina go in-depth on their pancake experience in Japan, which was like nothing they've ever experienced. We just thought we'd give you a little something to make you drool...and put on your 'must-eat' bucket list.
Pancakes that are so good, they're not even pancakes
December 10, 2017 13:00 - 41 minutesThis week Simon and Martina had the most incredible pancake experience ever. They found a place in a 'sad mall' (they also explain what a 'sad mall' is). The pancakes were super light and fluffy, and souffle looking. It was a huge place, was totally crowded and there was a waiting list. When you order, it takes at least 20 minutes for your meal to arrive because there's a special way to make them. The dish came with three HUGE pancakes with fluffy cheese. It's made with egg whites and has a ...