Happy Women's Month, ladies! In this episode, we're shining a spotlight on the amazing women who have made HER impact on the Korean entertainment industry.
Let me introduce you to some of the most influential women I admire and support, not just in K-pop, but across the entire Hallyu wave, including dramas and variety shows. Who are the women in Hallyu that inspire you? Let’s celebrate them together!
Alright, it’s 2025, but we’re still sending you this episode from last year! Better late than never! Cha, Lex, and Vea are back for another round of chaotic fangirling! ㅎㅎㅎ
I'm still on cloud nine! Experiencing a 2NE1 concert in 2024 is a childhood dream come true, not just for me, but for all the Blackjacks out there!
In this episode, I’m sharing my kwentos and kiligs that will definitely go down in my K-pop archives. Being part of 2NE1's 15th anniversary concert for my first live experience is a moment that will stay with me forever. Shoutout to my ever-supportive friends who helped me get tickets and stood by me throughout this unforgettable K-pop concert journey!
K-pop fandoms have evolved beyond mere support and idolization of favorite groups. These communities have embraced a culture of activism, using their platforms to discuss political and social issues, raising awareness, and mobilizing members toward shared goals. This episode dives into the archives of how these passionate fans have transformed from music enthusiasts to advocates for change and uses its collective power to make a difference on a global scale.
References:
Bruner, R. (2020, July 25). How K-Pop fans actually work as a force for political activism in 2020. TIME. https://time.com/5866955/k-pop-political/
Globe’s kmmunityph and K-pop fandoms unite to raise ... https://www.globe.com.ph/about-us/newsroom/sustainability/kmmunityph-k-pop-fandoms-unite-to-raise-funds-girlscan-campaign
Mancur Olson, The Logic of Collective Action: Public Goods and the Theory of Groups. (2016, July 7). https://academic.oup.com/. Retrieved September 5, 2024, from https://academic.oup.com/edited-volume/27993/chapter-abstract/211705997?redirectedFrom=fulltext
It's WOODZ's first-ever concert anniversary in the Philippines! Huge shoutout to Filipino Moodz 'Bayanihan' for letting me experience a rock 'n' roll-filled concert! I've got so much kwentos about the concert from my kpop archive, all in this 18-minute episode. I've known WOODZ since 2016, and he became my ultimate K-pop bias in 2019. Who would've thought that after 7 years, I'd be jamming at his concert with a setlist full of his own bops?
PS. Medyo oa po ako sa ibang part ng episode, pagbigyan niyo na!!!!! 사랑해요!!
We’re turning 4, MOODZ! We're hyped to have MOODZ hop on board in a fun-filled kwentuhan! MOODZ is the official fandom name of the South Korean musician WOODZ/Cho Seungyoun. Today, May 5th, marks the fandom's 4th-year anniversary! In this episode, we dive into the archives of passionate MOODZ from WOODZ Pilipinas (WOODZ PH), the first-ever Philippine fanbase of WOODZ, whose lives were completely transformed as they crossed paths with WOODZ.
For more updates about WOODZ PH projects and upcoming events, follow them on FB, IG, X: @WOODZPilipinas
BTOB finally visited the Philippines after so many years of waiting! As a soft stan melody who has been cherishing BTOB's artistry in music, it was a dream come true to witness and hear some of their hit songs live with my own ears and eyes and finally seeing them in the flesh! In this episode, I am happy to share my kwentos and kilig moments during the fan meet and concert with BTOB last April 7th of the year, moments that I am for sure will treasure in my K-pop archives for life!
BTOB has taught me that when you strive for something, it's not just about wishing for it; it's about seizing it with all your might, proclaiming loudly: DO IT, and everything will fall into place!
Music:
Finale (Our Concert) (Finale : 우리들의 콘서트)
SOMEDAY (언젠가 (SOMEDAY))
BTOB (비투비) - 두 번째 고백 (Second Confession)
비투비 (BTOB) - '노래 (The Song)'.
BTOB (비투비) - MOVIE
BTOB (비투비) - Beautiful Pain (아름답고도 아프구나)
BTOB (비투비) - Only One For Me (너 없인 안 된다)
BTOB (비투비) - It's Okay (괜찮아요)
BTOB (비투비) - 기도(I'll be your man)
Have you ever had the thrill of attending a K-pop concert? What was that experience like for you? In this episode, I'm revisiting the memories from my K-pop archives about my unforgettable journey at my very first K-pop concert, covering everything from the hustle of ticketing to the happiest energy of the fan zones, drawing from both my personal encounters and stories shared by fellow fans.
Reflecting on my high school days, I remember dreaming of becoming the ultimate fangirl, traveling from one concert tour stop to another, and living out the ultimate fan experience!
We finally had special guests come over to our podcast!
In this episode, I sat down for a 2 a.m. random kwentuhan with fellow K-pop enthusiasts who happen to be my friends and generously unveiled the pages of their K-fan Diaries, each one weaving unique kwentos and kiligs! Meet Cha, a devoted 2nd gen K-pop fan, whose love for the genre goes way back, viewing it not just as a musical preference but as a source of familial warmth and comfort throughout her life. Lexi, a solid Elf, shares her roundtrip adventures traveling from Bicol to Manila. Armed with nothing but her lightstick and wallet in her bag, treating K-pop concerts just like quick trips to the nearest local supermarket. And then there's Vea, a member of a 5-person thesis group back in college, who unexpectedly fell head over heels for K-pop thanks to its motivational role in her team's paper-writing sessions!
We're diving into the era of your Kpop collection, basically fans collecting photocards!
Hmm. Photocards/Pocas/PCs/Papels collector? Same bestie, I'm right there with you! What was your very first photocard, the one that started it all? Fast forward to today, what's your all-time favorite? How about you spill the tea on your latest PC purchased?! Did you manage to snag the legendary Kyungsoo forehead photocard or the iconic Donghae mother-in-law selfie pc?
Jaesuk, Haha, and Sechan shouldn't be in the same group since their loudness might prevent the shooting from resuming. In a previous life, Soogeun and Kang Hodong were undoubtedly soulmates. Song Mino's weakness is reciting idioms, while you can't sit with Janghoon if you've flushed the toilet without closing the lid after using it. Heechul's mom can't stand the red sofa in his otherwise all-white house. The Kian Family is no match for the Palm Oil Family!
Get the gist? These are 'Too Much Information' (TMI) tidbits about the hosts of a Korean variety show, and if you're a true fan, you're already in the know! In this episode, I'm sharing my reviews and opinions on the making of Korean variety shows, especially those that are still running today. If you asked me who my favorite producer and director of a show is, it's got to be none other than NA PD!
TV variety shows have become a part of our daily lives, especially here in the Philippines. Families often gather during lunchtime to catch their favorite shows. They've become ingrained in our culture. I believe that TV K-shows and other variety shows continue to win the hearts of viewers everywhere.
Let's talk about the influential role of women in the Kpop industry, both as individual artists and members of girl groups! I wholeheartedly support women who pave their own way and establish their presence in the industry. In this episode, I talked about the remarkable contribution of women to Kpop by celebrating the 14th anniversary of 2ne1, one of the BEST girl groups of all time! #2NE14Years
Disclaimer: I might have omitted certain facts, records, and awards, as my goal was to create a short and digestible episode. However, those achievements are still part of their legacy for today's new kpop generation, and real blackjacks know that!
