Ktown Social Club Episode # 131 - 15 Years in Vietnam | A Korean American Life in Da Nang

WARNING: This episode contains graphic discussion of violence, sex, prison life, mental illness, and political extremism. Viewer discretion strongly advised.In Episode 130 of KTOWN SOCIAL CLUB, we sit down with the most controversial guest we've ever had: Hank Yoo - a Korean American ex-prisoner, self-proclaimed liberty warrior, lover of fem boys, and much more.Labeled "adjudicated mentally defective" by the FBI, Hank shares his story - unfiltered. From femboys and firearms to lawsuits and sedatives, this is the chaos beneath the surface of identity, law, and madness of Hank Yoo. This is not an endorsement. This is documentation.

Welcome back to KTown Social Club. We cover urgent headlines that mainstream media often overlooks.👉 From ICE raids and protests in LA, to geopolitical chaos between Israel and Iran, this episode breaks down the week’s wildest stories with nuance and fire. You’ll hear first-hand accounts from protest zones, including illegal police kettling tactics and outrageous political arrests.In episode KTSC 129, we also discussed:- The plane crash in India that left 270 dead, with a bizarre twist around seat 11A- Iran–Israel tensions, and Netanyahu’s strategic strike right before U.S.-Iran peace talks- Senator Alex Padilla being tackled and cuffed at a press conference- ICE arrested NY mayoral candidate Brad Lander with no judicial warrant- Assassination of Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman and failed hit on another senator- The 3.5% Rule and how over 13 million protested nationwide during No Kings marches- South Korea’s new president shutting down propaganda at the DMZ- Reality TV’s psychological cost

In this episode, we cover the ICE raids in Los Angeles that have devastated immigrant communities, including the detainment of legal U.S. residents, some without warrants or due process. We break down how it unfolded, what your rights are, and why it affects all of us, not just undocumented immigrants.

Welcome back to Ktown Social Club! In this episode, we dive into some major headlines and cultural stories. I’m your host, Ed Choi, and in this episode, we’re covering some truly fascinating and timely stories from Korea that you won't hear anywhere else.Joining us in this episode is the amazing Hannah Kang, host of the Tiger Room Podcast. Her insights, especially on Korean diaspora identity and social issues, add a fresh layer of depth to the conversation. Plus, you’ll hear from your favorite panelist David Yun's thoughtful discussion with our signature dose of sarcasm and humor.We kick things off with a discussion about ICE detaining 64-year-old U.S. legal resident for 3 months, Haenyeos—the legendary deep-sea diving women of Jeju Island—who might be holding a natural secret to preventing strokes. Then, we turn to breaking political news as South Korea elects a new president after the dramatic impeachment of Yoon. What does this mean for the country’s future? We unpack the power dynamics, cultural context, and international implications.But that’s not all—we also take a first look at a leaked phone allegedly smuggled out of North Korea. Is it real? What does it reveal? We analyze the details, question the narrative, and bring our usual unfiltered take.Whether you're into Korean politics, cultural commentary, or just want to keep up with what's really happening in Korea beyond the headlines, this episode delivers.Ktown Social Club is a talk show based in Koreatown, Los Angeles. We discuss everything from local to international issues.

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