K-Wave with Hongbin Jeong

For Korean celebrities and idols, diving into the dating scene is a big taboo. The moment their carefully constructed public image collides with the messy truth of their romantic relationships, chaos ensues. And their dating life becomes a scandal. Some are issuing apologies to fans, while even their entertainment agencies’ stock prices plunge. But why all the commotion? On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong dives into some dating scandals that have rocked the K-industry. 

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Ever wanted to go to South Korea and teach English there? Well this guest did just that. She’s an inspiring influencer who put her passion for teaching and her love for travel together. She’s moved all the way from the US to South Korea in 2021 to embark on a new adventure in a rural city of South Korea. On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Eliza Mikunda to find out more about her journey to South Korea and how she became a teacher in the rural city of Asan.

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Have you ever been in a conversation where you had a lot to say but you just chose not to say anything, because sometimes, it’s better left unsaid? During those moments, you just don’t want to add onto the conversation because then, the conversation will never end. Let’s be honest, those conversations never go anywhere. So what can you say? Gen Z’s got the perfect slang word to end those conversations in a heartbeat. Find out more on this episode of K-slang word of the week on K-WAVE with Hongbin Jeong. 

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May ended with a hot week, full of new K-pop song releases. ATEEZ, NewJeans, and Aespa all make a comeback with new hits. Which of these songs will be on replay? 

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Sarah Ahn is a culinary storyteller and creator of Ahnest Kitchen, where she shares the heartwarming journey behind her family's cherished recipes. Each dish serves as a link to her family's heritage, weaving together a tapestry of tradition and personal narrative. On K-Influencers, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sarah Ahn, Creator of Ahnest kitchen, and works professionally at America’s Test Kitchen, to find out more.

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France may be the pastry capital of the world, but South Korea is a pastry paradise. On this episode of K-Food on K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong dives into South Korea’s very own myriad of delights that tempt your senses that stand out as true culinary treasures.

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The staple of Korean cuisine is Kimchi. But is making kimchi hard? How long does it take? On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong is joined by Roshan Gidwani for a Korean cooking class to learn all about how to make the freshest and crunchiest kimchi in town with Heryong Kwon, founder of Koreancooking.sg, who comes from a family with deep culinary roots.

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How good are you at taking spice? How high is your spice tolerance? Well, if you’re pretty proud of your spice tolerance - I’ve got just the term for you to describe yourself on this episode of K-slang word of the week. 

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8 characters. 8 floors. 8 episodes. This latest Korean Netflix show might be the next series you might be binge watching, keeping you on edge with the twist and turns, getting you heated with anger. 

It's "The 8 Show."

The series follows eight debt-burdened individuals—all on the verge of committing suicide to escape their financial troubles. They end up participating in a mysterious reality competition show in hopes of winning huge amounts of money. But things quickly turn violent and twisted.

If it were you - when would you end the show? 

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We find it irresistible to fawn over K-pop idols and celebrities, especially when it comes to their flawless glass skin. But behind all the iconic, stunning makeup looks are the masterful makeup artists. What if you could get your make-up done by someone these celebrities actually go to for their looks?

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