You may remember Lana, the first Russian soloist to debut in the K-pop scene. Her debut sparked a significant debate— some claims that followed her career both before and after she stepped into the spotlight. Much of the discourse stemmed from her debuting as a foreign artist in a predominantly Korean industry back in 2019, with many audiences claiming that she was trying to appropriate the Korean culture. International K-pop fans were particularly vocal, with many demanding her exit from the scene solely based on her ethnicity and perceived intentions. But were these accusations valid? Did Lana really set out to "look Korean," as some claimed? The debate raised serious questions about foreigners in the K-Pop market, cultural identity, and what qualifies to be K-Pop.

Did you know that nearly 50% of young women in South Korea undergo double eyelid surgery in their 20s? In this eye-opening episode of the Korean Pizza Club (KPC), we dig into why South Korea has become the plastic surgery capital of the world. With over a million procedures performed annually, what compels so many to alter their appearance? Join host David Kim and the crew as they explore the cultural pressures, K-pop influence, and social dynamics that push both women and men to chase perfection. How far would you go to fit into a society that worships beauty? Tune in and find out.

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Like it or not, it's hard to deny that there has been some amount of hype behind Korean men for the past few years. Obviously one could point the reasoning towards the Korean wave, along with the fantasy of K-pop idols and K-drama actors. However, do these dramas actually represent some sort of reality? Are Korean men actually like that to some extent? And is that why foreigners tend to like Korean men? Or is it just fetishization? We brought some actual Korean men into the studio Joe and Jason to talk about this topic. And of course David and Anna add in their thoughts as well.

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You're likely familiar with Tinder and Bumble, but have you ever come across HelloTalk, Amanda, or Gold Spoon? These are dating platforms in Korea that break the mold or take things to the next level. To join, you must pass screening by existing users and maintain an average rating above 3.0, or provide proof of substantial wealth with legal documentation. Ironically, these apps thrive in Korea's dating scene. What's the dating app landscape like in South Korea? Which apps should you consider using, and what experiences have our guests—Sebomi (a dating app expert), Nalu, and Anna Lee—encountered? Let's delve in and find out!

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We've started to notice a pattern. Whenever something bad about Korea is talked about, the videos go viral! Also, is the Korean content field becoming saturated with too many creators and similar content? What does it actually take to be a content creator in Korea? With the supernovas in the Korean content scene - Hankyute, Sean Solo, K-explorer(Jerry), we share the BTS, challenges, honest thoughts, and advice of being a content creator in Korea.

We invite Moses from Rwanda and Bella from South Africa/Rwanda to share their experiences living in Korea. Moses being very active in the Korean media/TV scene shares his stories about adapting to Korea and being on various TV shows. Bella also tells her story of coming to Korea, what it is she likes and dislikes, and her honest opinion about the country. Oh, and yes she is the Bella you might know from the DKDKTV Korean-international dating series Ramyun and Chill!

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Discover the captivating world of Korean drinking culture in today's episode! While we playfully jest about everyone in Korea being alcoholic (or maybe not), the undeniable truth is that alcohol and socializing go hand in hand in various Korean settings. Whether it's amongst friends, lovers, or in the corporate world, drinking is an integral part of the experience. You may have witnessed this dynamic in Korean dramas too.

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What is it like to collaborate with a luxury brand? How are you invited to fashion shows in Paris, Milan, and New York? Do you get paid? What is the actual vibe like? Fashion & Beauty icons, influencers, identical Korean twins, Q2HAN reveal all the secrets behind luxury brand collabs and fashion shows. Also as Korean fashion influencers, they express their thoughts about the current Korean wave in the fashion industry as well. The twins share which Korean fashion brands are the trendiest nowadays!

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