Welcome back to Idol Talk! Join us for an in-depth exploration of how the pandemic turned the K-Pop world on its head. We're diving deep into the changes, challenges, and unexpected triumphs that this global health crisis brought to the forefront of Korean pop music. From virtual concerts to innovative marketing strategies, we'll unravel the ways in which the industry not only adapted but also found new avenues for creativity and connection. So grab your favorite snack and get ready to uncover the fascinating journey of K-Pop's evolution during these unprecedented times!

In this episode, we discuss the songs we just can’t get enough of–whether they’re new releases or just new to us–from some of our faves in the K-pop industry. This episode will cover ONE SPARK by TWICE, plot twist by TWS, and Day & Night (feat. Jay Park) by Lee Young Ji.

In this episode, we discuss the songs we just can’t get enough of–whether they’re new releases or just new to us–from some of our faves in the K-pop industry. This episode will cover Love Wins All by IU, Love 119 by Riize, and Girls of the Year by VCHA.

In this episode, we delve into the intriguing question: Is HYBE Corporation poised to join the ranks of the "Big Four" in the entertainment industry? We'll be digging into how this South Korean company, famous for managing K-pop stars like BTS and TXT, is shaking up the scene. Get ready for a deep dive into Big Hit's history, HYBE's moves, financial game, and its impact on the global entertainment stage.

In this two part episode, we explore the traditional "Big Three" major K-Pop entertainment companies, YG Entertainment, JYP Entertainment, and SM Entertainment. We discuss the history of each company, their achievements, and the role each company plays in shaping the current K-Pop landscape. Stay tuned for part 2 in episode 142 where we cover the newest player in the industry, HYBE Corporation.

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With awards shows and end of the year stages in full swing, we're returning with our very own awards show. In this two part episode, we give out the standard awards to our favs, and even include some fun ones to make things a little spicy. Tune in and see if your fav artists get one of our Idol Talk awards.

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In this episode, we discuss the songs we just can’t get enough of–whether they’re new releases or just new to us–from some of our faves in the K-pop industry. This episode will cover Standing Next to You by Jung Kook & USHER, Chill Kill by Red Velvet, and Maniac by VIVIZ.

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