It's been a while since we reviewed a drama where we all don't agree, so thanks Dear Hongrang, for making Lia and Amy want to fight Megan. Just kidding, it's not that bad... or is it?
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Join Lia Riley and her guest Un as they reflect on their summer journeys through Korea, sharing the quiet moments and unexpected discoveries that made their trips memorable. From BTS concerts, to witnessing a Squid Game parade in Seoul to wandering through Jeonju’s peaceful hanok villages, they talk about the experiences that lingered long after they returned home. Along the way, they'll share their most useful travel tips—the practical advice that comes from actually being there, making wrong turns, and finding those perfect hidden spots. Whether it's navigating Seoul's neighborhoods, connecting with locals, or enjoying happenstance moments, hopefully listeners will glean some insight on their own future travels
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The Squid Games are finished, and we're here to unpack it all with you -- the baby, the VIPs, the ending, and everything in between.
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Last but CERTAINLY not least....love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.
Lia, Megan and Amy reunite after Lia's trip to Seoul (stand-alone trip pod forthcoming). You won't get erudite travel scholarship but she does talk about her armpit situation. Also, Megan and Amy are knee-deep in K-Pop Demon Hunters and want you to join them. Also what dramas are we looking forward to releasing?
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The AfterNoonas discuss the viral Kpop Demon Hunters, why it resonated with us, how it inspires us, and what we think about a sequel.
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Amy and Megan chat about the 2024 movie Love in the Big City while eating Korean snacks. We discuss why Kim Go Eun remains a top actress and why this movie was a surprising delight for us.
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Last but CERTAINLY not least....love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.
Today we're tackling Emotional Intelligence (EQ or EI) in K-Dramas. What does that mean? Well, Amy and Megan weren't so sure until Lia led them into her mind castle, and then it all came together. Join us as we share assessments of our own emotional intelligence, as we dive into how K-dramas help us to expand our EQ, and as we explore characters who demonstrate emotional growth along with those who might still need a few lessons on how to achieve a better understanding of their own emotional intelligence.
K Pop Rec: "Eye Candy" by From20
Kpop Idol Learns About Cultural Appropriation
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Megan and Lia make the case for Let Free the Curse of Taekwondo, a Korean BL drama that launched its way to the top of our favorites lists with its earnest storytelling, heartfelt acting, and incredibly satisfying ending.
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Last but CERTAINLY not least....love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.
Your noonas have rewritten an ending or two, but that's not what today is about. For this episode, we get to the heart of the matter and talk about what actually makes a good (or not so good) ending. We discuss what happens when a good drama has a bad ending, whether or not a good ending can save a bad drama, and of course, the best and worst (in our opinion) endings in our K-drama experience.
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Last but CERTAINLY not least....love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.
It's that time again...another episode of Afternoona Delight Uncensored: unedited, unvarnished, unhinged? Join Amy, Lia and Megan as we have a freewheeling drama conversation about everything from misunderstood walking emotional boo boos vs a well-adjusted emotionally stable heroes, character astrology, novels we wish would be made into a K-drama, and much much more.
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Mentors, heralds, allies, shapeshifters--today we explore secondary character archetypes, how a side character can be integral to the main character's growth as well as the overall plot itself, and the fact that some of the best secondary characters might not even be human--or living--at all. Some are gone too soon. Some almost die but don't. And some get their just desserts in the end. Whatever the outcome, we love a three-dimensional side character with main character energy and can't wait to hear about your favorites too!
Secondary Character Archetypes by Jana Van der Veer
K-Pop Rec: "Gnarly" by Katseye
Music Video
Live Performance
"Don't Tell the Boys" by Petey
"Nobody's Perfect" by Mckdaddy from Unlock My Boss
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Last but CERTAINLY not least....love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.
Today, the Noonas discuss cliffhangers in Kdramas--what we like, what we don't, and what we are always eager to see more of. Warning, there are spoilers in today's episode, so listen with care!
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Last but CERTAINLY not least....love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.
This week on the pod: Lia, Megan and Amy share their spicy K-drama takes! Tune in for some friendly arguments, strong opinions, and maybe a few controversial confessions about your favorite shows!
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"Let's do a buddy watch!" we said. "How about a short drama?" we said. "How about first loves where one is a grim reaper?"
Your noonas were excited. Your noonas were all in. Your noonas cried to the point of dehydration. But also, your noonas LOVED Way Back Love and are putting the call out to the K-drama community for more melancholy and more longing...after we all stop grieving. This drama is on all our lists for top 2025 dramas so far, and we can't wait to hear what you think as well!
Way Back Love is based on the book Naega Jookki Iljooil Jeon by Seo Eun-Chae
'Come Back to Me' by RM (MV with Kim Min-Ha)
K-Pop Rec: 'CHEST' by JUST B
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Is this our third podcast on Moon Lovers? Yes. Are we sorry? No. Join Megan and Lia as they get into all the masked goodness and why a season two doesn't make a whole lot of sense. Also, we discuss that while the Fourth Prince breaks a million romance hero rules, we still love him.
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We chat about why Moon Lovers is not for Amy, why Park Hyung Sik can pull off any hair color, and our dreams for the Michael Learns to Rock concert. We answer some Patreon questions and discuss a controversial Marry, Mate, and Murder.
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Finding your K-Drama community creates meaningful connections that extend far beyond the screen. We bond through shared emotional experiences, discussing character development and plot twists that resonate with us personally. These communities often develop across cultural and geographical boundaries, bringing together people who might never have connected otherwise.
Watching episodes together (even virtually) and the anticipation of new releases creates a natural rhythm of connection and conversation. Many fans say K-Drama communities have helped them through difficult times by providing both entertainment and a supportive network of friends who understand their passion.
Join Lia, Amy and Megan for a conversation about a world that can sometimes feel disconnected, and how this is a space that offers a sense of belonging and shared experience that enriches our lives through genuine human connection. Thanks for being a part of it!
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Because Lia would never make it past the first scene without hating us, it's just Amy and Megan today with a deep dive of a drama we both loved, Undercover High School. Do we have questions? Sure. Are there plot holes? Absolutely! Do we care? Not. One. Bit. Seo Kang-Joon is a new favorite for both of us, and Jin Ki-Joo gives us a plucky heroine we absolutely adore. Add to that a fantastic ensemble, a dastardly villain, many skeletons, and lots of LOLing, and apparently, that's the recipe for a 10/10 drama. We hope you loved it too!
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Last but CERTAINLY not least....love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.
We're back with another First Episode study, and this time we're covering Moon Lovers which has just dropped in full on Viki in the US. Lia has loved this drama forever. Can she convince Megan and Amy to give the princes and IU a chance? Are we on board with the love triangle? Does the Fourth Prince have too many red flags? Let's talk about it!
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This week we're back with another deep dive, another office romance, and another win for your noonas. While My Dearest Nemesis may not be breaking new ground, it's a great twist on a tried and true trope--enemies to lovers--with a message we've been trying to uphold since we started this podcast. Love what you love without shame.
K-Pop Rec: "like JENNIE" by JENNIE
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