Me, You & Jeju

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  • Jeju space industry takes another step, 4.3 apology movement gets a boost | Episode #31

    On this episode of Me, You and Jeju, Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy discuss developments in Jeju's space industry (0:00) and the movement to secure an apology from the U.S. government for Jeju 4.3 gets a boost at the Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity (7:40).


    JY also joins for another segment of Walking Jeju and talks about Olle route 2 (15:50). 

    And then Darryl and Alexis finish off the episode with talking about the biggest news to hit the island these past few months: fatty pork (37:52). 

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    46 min
  • [INTERVIEW] Jeju-based rapper Woo-side says 'It's Time'

    Jeju-based rapper Woo-side joins Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy to discuss the release of his new song, "It's Time."

    He also recounts his journey from Champaign, Illinois, to Jeju Island, and the many stops in between. 


    He is soft spoken, but when he speaks he does so with heart, passion and soul. 

    To check out his music, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@WooSide

    His instagram is at: https://www.instagram.com/wooside/

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    39 min
  • Haenyeo diving is dangerous business, Jeju 4.3 and a new school is coming to the JGEC | #Episode 30

    On this episode of Me, You and Jeju, Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy discuss news of a new school coming to the JGEC (0:00) and preparations for the 76th Jeju 4.3 memorial ceremony (6:34).


    JY also joins for another segment of Walking Jeju and talks about Olle route 1 in Seongsan (12:49). 

    And then Darryl and Alexis finish off the episode with talking about the risks haenyeo face while working and what the government is doing to protect them (20:55) and Rabbit Island becoming infested with rabbits (32:29). 

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    41 min
  • Jeju rockets into the space race | Episode #29

    On this episode of Me, You and Jeju, Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy discuss Jeju government's best seven tourist sites of 2023 (0:00).

    JY also joins the show again for her new segment Walking Jeju she talks about all things hiking on the island (8:32).

    Darryl and Alexis also talk recent crime on the island (17:02)

    And they discuss the pros and cons of Jeju's recent rocket launch and the island's entrance not only into the space industry but the space race with North Korea (23.32).

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    47 min
  • [SPECIAL] Outside Perspectives Expat Photo Contest Korea

    In this special, insert episode of me you and Jeju friend of the show Joey Rositano and Russell Reilander discuss their Outside Perspectives Expat Photo Contest Korea. 

    The deadline to submit photos for the contest if Oct. 15. 

    For more information and to submit your photos, visit HERE!

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    24 min
  • Everything you need to know about the 2023 Jeju Olle Walking Festival | Episode #28

    On this very special episode of Me, You & Jeju, the pair of Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy speak with Jung Yoon Choi of Jeju Olle about the upcoming 2023 Jeju Olle Walking Festival, which is being held Nov. 2-4.

    For more information about the festival and to register, visit HERE!

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    1 hr 6 min
  • The cloned dog days of Jeju summer | Episode #27

    On this episode of Me, You and Jeju, Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy discuss the ongoing heat wave on Jeju (0:00).

    Alexis offers five suggests to beat Jeju's heat (5:27).

    Darryl gives an update on the Jeju 4.3 controversy that plagued the recent memorial ceremony (17:36).

    Teacher Juyoung Han gives a lesson on a vowel that is only present in Jeju dialect (24:54).

    And Darryl and Alexis talk about Jeju's history of using cloned police dogs (31:35).

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    46 min
  • Fukushima submerges a tired Jeju in worry

    Earlier this month, South Korea endorsed Japan's plan to release treated wastewater from the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean, sparking concern and protest on Jeju Island over fears it will impact local seafood, tourism and our ability to enjoy the seaside.


    On this special episode of Me, You & Jeju, Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy look at the complexities of this pressing issue from both what the science says and how Jeju Islanders feel about it. 

    And what it means for the island they call home.

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    37 min
  • Rockets and Drugs and Crows, oh my! | Episode #26

    On this episode of Me, You and Jeju, Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy record with Jeju shamanism expert Joey Rositano on location of his latest photography exhibition, "Scattering," at Jeju City's Art Space C.

    The trio talk Jeju entering the space industry (0:00), Jeju dialect teacher Juyoung Han schools Darryl on the island's slang (11:32), Darryl discusses drugs on Jeju (18:44) and Joey educates about the island's crows and their connection to Jeju shamanism (29:57).  

    Joey is running a kickstarter campaign to found the photobook that elaborates on his "Scattering" exhibition. For more information about the campaign, go HERE!

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    59 min
  • Is Jeju too expensive? | Episode #25

    On this episode of Me, You & Jeju, Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy discuss how expensive Jeju has become for tourists and locals a like (0:00).

    During Jeju Dialect Corner, teacher Ju Young Han schools Darryl and Alexis on the very useful catch up before she schools him in how to say 제라지다 (jea-la-gi-da), which approximately translates to “very” in English (13:16).   

    Then Darryl and Alexis give an update on the recent controversy surrounding Jeju 4.3 and this year’s 75th anniversary memorial ceremony for the tragedy (21:50).

    And finally, the pair speak with Kim Jiho, owner of the JGEC’s Motif Jeju, which is so much more than just simply a coffee bar — it is the “living room” for all those who live on the island. 

    During the interview, Jiho tells Me, You and Jeju that he used to be a tech entrepreneur before becoming a proprietor of Jeju’s Motif. And that he is a published author, having written a book about his experience catching COVID-19 early in the pandemic. 

    To purchase his book, visit here: https://product.kyobobook.co.kr/detail/S000001301667

    For an interview about his book, visit here: https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/2020/11/15/culture/features/interview-Kim-Jiho-Covid19-patient/20201115163100592.html

    And follow Motif Jeju on Instagram by clicking here: https://www.instagram.com/motif.jeju/ 

    Follow Darryl and Alexis on on Twitter: @DarrylCoote, @the_eggshell

    Follow Me, You and Jeju on Instagram: @me_you_and_jeju

    1 hr 8 min

About Me, You & Jeju

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A podcast dedicated to all things Jeju Island, South Korea, hosted by Darryl Coote and Alexis Joy.