We Review BTS

Just call us GIRLZ WITH FUN!
This is episode we are chatting about another fan favourite, Boyz With Fun.

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to @mobikosmos who makes adorable BTS pixel art, make sure to check out their Instagram account.

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Links mentioned.
Dance prac
https://youtu.be/8I9d5ZFKMCM?si=eHtRSgPQYvWpcf7B
Comeback stages
https://youtu.be/GCCqT2hmPIg?si=eYDEzeZYT2SrR44E
https://youtu.be/bxJalnOSfbY?si=-R0gcurQuQrMSXyN
https://youtu.be/4GuZ1xbovC8?si=03ZSEIcnUfyMLN5Q
KBS special
https://youtu.be/5iJge5Fqwk0?si=hN2o2_viymh_DcNS
Concert
https://youtu.be/U-OYdTeCAgs?si=naJe_pohI2ez0gfC
LY medley
https://youtu.be/eEZP8I0yP90?si=79pxemU8l3mk7FEJ
BangBangCon
https://youtu.be/v3JpNs6Liz0?si=rlPC9mDnh-0ihJLq
V the best choreographer
https://youtu.be/vEhTFsNy_ng?si=BBZAUD-vo-cOxmr7

But what will happen if Bangtan Seonyeondan rises? Good question Suga!
We're rewinding back to 2013 to talk about one of our faves and a chaotic anthem aka Attack on Bangtan.

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to jess_stitchtogether on TikTok who makes BTS themed craft pieces like a giant crochet blanket of BTS album covers. We're obsessed!

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Links mentioned.
Dance prac
https://youtu.be/ncRNKuwOEc0?si=2zrFG7t1YDFpBLHT
Bangtan Bomb dance prac 1
https://youtu.be/MTJgduHRIqc?si=yBJtOFzLoks9BCWG
BB Dance prac 2
https://youtu.be/teDXbvnFrRM?si=JRbN6Rn1BYGREIRY
Comeback stages
https://youtu.be/WUsvq7dEq9Y?si=JtBRUGhr88yNLn5n
https://youtu.be/v26Yg-c2NEY?si=NhbcvXLZd0xujyMh
https://youtu.be/nI4rWWqXgik?si=vfPHy9LyEZt0UWs6
https://youtu.be/Y8fg-72gHgk?si=qWSIRuvdVcghteRy
KCON LA 2014
https://youtu.be/cmYKxO64BNM?si=4Nzs5u8L_Fi-nu0Y
Summer Sonic 2015
https://youtu.be/LVA_V0gStWA?si=MJOCc6mYdq2zqHXO
2016 ANation in Japan
https://youtu.be/RwqiNQflgmk?si=iJvqRaioahLJr9ko
HYYH On Stage Epilogue Concert 2016
https://youtu.be/gP0Vo0U3Yn8?si=g4PeTaDcQ9v9s7Ip
LY Japan medley 2019
https://youtu.be/eEZP8I0yP90?si=fTCsnwCgZd1i0q-g

Beware, this episode may induce coffee cravings!
On this episode we review the lo-fi café soundtrack, Coffee.
Did you know this isn't an original BTS song? We dive into the origins of the track, get carried away talking all about coffee as a beverage  and try not to argue too much about coffee vs tea (obviously coffee is better).

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to Revolt Books an indie publisher who publishes books which delve deep into the world of BTS and ARMY with high-concept analytical and creative works. From groundbreaking social theory to poetry inspired by BTS' Love Yourself era.
You can check out the books here.

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Links mentioned on this ep
Tokyo  Showcase Performance
https://youtu.be/DWQkRNHq5Gw?si=p-27NZhumPW5KdeK
Full Tokyo showcase link
https://youtu.be/dteh9tmlieU?si=HWvMbrm4pLobbJdn
Radio Performance
https://youtu.be/uA407mNMcD8?si=mqAPn0arNEeTlRWJ
Kiss the Radio - Clip of JK opening
https://youtu.be/JTGck7z91z4?si=wKhazvUaNM3_I17s
2022 JK Birthday Karaoke Live
https://youtu.be/VP5gXhS_TwA?si=tuernSjJVd77rnN0 

SHINE DREAM SMILE because we're baaaack!!
Starting off season 2 of the podcast with a sparkly, feel good number to distract us from the current world without BTS.
Our Army shoutout this episode goes to @reiz.i_ who is an incredible artist!
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Links mentioned in this episode
SY Japan
https://youtu.be/7Aa4zRgY9vE?si=gOBxJANwRbUiwwrv
Speak Yourself The Final
https://youtu.be/Iq6RdCTLBd8?si=_UEb22yxXbvq2Ms5
2019 MMA
https://youtu.be/b9cG4DzpL_c?si=6YIQfkVv0281l2Pt
2019 MAMA
https://youtu.be/7HfL7I_AFwM?si=4gnRmtG13Jynw-cx
2019 KBS Song Festival
https://youtu.be/6-Mn01VKXf4?si=wcgXRAQCaaj9j__f
Dear Class of 2020
https://youtu.be/ErTgtL1Tjns?si=d4beUh7IbrdwfRW0
Radio.com
https://youtu.be/53V6ZHQsq2s?si=ZJ5DY4oT10vQW8eY
BTS Week on Jimmy Fallon
https://youtu.be/oYpUZjxJOVg?si=C7cCbJJAz5HVpNYc

Our last episode for 2023 is our annual Christmas Special!
This year it's less about Christmas and more about reflecting on the year that was.
A big thank you to every single one of you who listened to and supported us in 2023, we're so excited to back in your ears with regular songs reviews in 2024.

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If you're going to come for BTS, at least make it factual!
On December 2nd 2023 the New York Times released an episode of 'Popcast' called Jung Kook, BTS and English Language K-Pop. What followed was 44 minutes of bad journalism, misinformation, anti rhetoric, racism and xenophobia.
So here is 50 minutes of us tearing it apart :)

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This is an episode of our Patreon exclusive podcast unlocked as a special treat while we are currently on break. We recorded this episode in March 2023 shortly after Hobi's enlistment. You can join the Patreon HERE.
Thank you for listening!

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BTS meets Greek Mythology!
Drink up our latest episode all about Dionysus, the party track with hidden meaning.
There's also a very big announcement on this ep.
We're taking a bit of a break but we will still be releasing fortnightly episodes on our Patreon during the break so join us over there if you are able to.

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to @juheeyu_insta and their adorable chibi BTS art, make sure you check them out!

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Soundcloud Dionysus Urban Mix

Dance pracs
https://youtu.be/bccr1BwNI0Y?si=PqODR8CyXLZSmauz
https://youtu.be/QmgcyLozkbQ?si=bRRIaK4eEsIsBXuP
https://youtu.be/GYs4bRYZxIA?si=dDe2uo_3b5hieckl
Comeback Stages
Music Bank
https://youtu.be/ovFy-fGyhwE?si=6DjWUTPN-KtyDArw
Inkigayo
https://youtu.be/36grlA3GIBY?si=LJjtYWChVqUKu2lV
Music Core
https://youtu.be/D5lz6K_Hyxo?si=BduuBU7P-9avL-2o
M Countdown
https://youtu.be/BxcUVsa2gb0?si=qIHyO6r4rFU2WUen
2019 KBS Song Festival
https://youtu.be/1FawvHgWRRg?si=lObsXbzF-SsDovGZ
2019 SBS Gayo Daejeon
https://youtu.be/ZuQCFhGtNY4?si=-VY4WBr4wV0fzbT1
2019 MAMA
https://youtu.be/lFMXk0L4kG8?si=s5_Htkey7MyCYtfa
2019 MMA
https://youtu.be/b9cG4DzpL_c?si=FfC8oDnpc5Q-Ce0u
Speak Yourself : The Final
https://youtu.be/kB5aKAk_Ja8?si=HpvoDVIxzpY5JraD
MOTS:ONE
https://youtu.be/9VNnklXIoi0?si=AfKs_ds4BcYD0mYU

Let's make a door, it's in your heart
Open the door and this place will await, Magic Shop
Pour yourself a cup of hot tea, look up at the Milky Way and press play on our review episode of Magic Shop.
A fan favourite and one of the most comforting songs in the BTS back catalogue, we go deeper into the lyrics and inspiration behind this beloved song.

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to @_monetincelle_ make sure you check out their incredible art.

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Japan LY Tour
https://youtu.be/c1IQEbl25Tw?si=80bEPxlz-z36M35G
5th Muster Magic Shop - Japan
https://youtu.be/r6-G0xiLlRY?si=Y-zLLkAC9r0UltRo
5th Muster Magic Shop -Korea
https://youtu.be/efQ3ahk1WQI?si=QyZWTMPDQYOPzb0G

We are so excited to finally be reviewing TOMORROW!!!
An underrated gem that deserves to be talked about.
Hopeful uplifting message? Tick!
Incredible vocals and rap? Tick!
Body rolls and hip thrusts galore? Tick!

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to @sa3h33 on TikTok who makes brilliant Army content, make sure you check them out.

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Dance Practice
https://youtu.be/uFJonLDk904?si=VjjFR0mbGFY-S6_E
Live Picnic 2015
https://youtu.be/AqotUWryXXQ?si=q0lDWbNzXYR1p_Zy
HYYH On stage 2015
https://youtu.be/wrid7Xb-24k?si=Zcou1nZyD2tLKTmi
On Stage Epilogue Tour Japan 2016
https://youtu.be/PJ1SiYTtf8A?si=Wdl9PaSNicT4NiPO
MNET BTS Countdown 2017
https://youtu.be/Mlb8ckTwPzg?si=ari_qs1WGI0UBWVa
5th Muster 2019
https://youtu.be/FOM5_V2DrhY?si=uddmWa4frnfvg1Sk

It's finally here, the second half of our mammoth book review!
Your intrepid podcasting Army leave no stone unturned as we deep dive further into the book and 10 years of BTS history.
As with part 1, this episode is full of spoilers. We suggest you read the book first before listening if that bothers you.

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BORAHAE!

Welcome to We Review BTS, the book edition!
This is a mammoth review and discussion about Beyond the Story, covering chapters one to four.
The episode is a deep dive and full of spoilers so be warned if you haven't read the book.
Part two coming soon!

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We couldn't stay quiet any longer! After witnessing a gross display of prudishness within the fandom, we had to say something.
This is probably our spiciest episode to date but we were all very tired of seeing some sections of the fandom infantilise Jungkook, make misogynistic comments about Latto and spout their repressed nonsense online.
Plus our first reactions to the incredible song.
Sexually liberated Jungkook is a vibe!!
STREAM SEVEN!!!

Taking on a fandom cult favourite, this episode we review Spine Breaker!
As with so many BTS songs, there is more to this track than first appears. We take a deeper look at the issues they sing about and the chokehold North Face jackets have on both Korean and Australian society.
Plus we have some fun reviewing the comical self filmed 'music video' that BTS created.

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to @__cookim_ who makes delicious Korean cooking reels on Instagram, including some of BTS favourite foods!

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MV & Making of (BTS Gayo 15)
https://weverse.io/bts/media/4-104694090
5th Muster Magic Shop - self cam
https://youtu.be/rqG8CF1eKlY

We're back! Swooping in to save you with our red bean bread faces!
This episode we dive deep into the 2018 track Anpanman. A song that is almost guaranteed to lift any mood.
Melbourne Army get your tickets to Fanchants and Fingerhearts: A Night of K-Pop Stanning at the Wheeler Centre July 13th. We wish we could go!

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to @autmnkookie and the mesmerising time lapse reels of her beautiful watercolour paintings.

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Links mentioned on this episode
Dance practice
https://youtu.be/gEzOk284TDg
Comeback stages
https://youtu.be/qkLMPihvKaQ
https://youtu.be/WS9vADHpa4I
https://youtu.be/T_4YeOdzhTs
https://youtu.be/Q42FYOnQfig
MAMA 2018 starts at 11 minute mark
https://youtu.be/6v8p3FNE9Og
Love Yourself HK day 2
https://youtu.be/aJk-iLRHH4s
3 mins of very important Taekook content
https://youtu.be/L-7vcxo6X_g
Speak Yourself
https://youtu.be/5PrpSyqmPjU
BangBang Con : The Live
https://youtu.be/Ewt8LNTC11Q
Citi Music Series 2020
https://youtu.be/EFHeeRIDAsg

Listen to Ddaeng on Soundcloud
This episode we take on one of the most iconic rap line tracks, DDAENG.
BTS are ddaeng, Army are ddaeng and this podcast is ddaeng!
We highly recommend watching the following Youtube about some of the nuances in the lyrics which can be easily missed by english speakers.
Ddaeng explained by a Korean

Our Army shoutout this week goes to artist @circa613 who has a beautiful and unique art style that we have all fallen in love with.

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Links
Bangtan Bomb - Prom Party Behind
https://youtu.be/SEiT2mO97fA
BTS Prom Party 2018
https://youtu.be/JuZwvYDQ92E
5th Muster 2019 feat vocal line
https://youtu.be/tQRrc3PEITc
Suga D-Day Medley fancams
https://youtu.be/IRGDNO4sosU
https://youtu.be/x-aFY-XUJ38
https://youtu.be/-xNNLblfoTs

In 2017 BTS and Bighit created a completely fictional 15th century fairytale about a rare flower (also fictional) and Army have been confused ever since!
On this episode we try and set the record straight and explain the backstory to the song 'The Truth Untold'.
We also chat about the recent BTS book news, the so called 'global' screenings of D-Day in Japan and Tori's irrational fears.

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to the supremely talented tattoo artist @lamp.arte who creates beautiful BTS tattoos.

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Links about Smeraldo
The Point of the Smeraldo Flower
The Smeraldo Story
RM's Live - LY Tear Behind

Love Yourself - Japan
https://youtu.be/Op5Fh58cPB4
JK gets the giggles - LY Bangkok day 2
https://youtu.be/27QQmZKtWmI
Speak Yourself - Wembley
https://youtu.be/oqExEcPURf8

You know the one where BTS taunt us for being obsessed fans?
Pied Piper is a scolding, a seduction, a confession, an apology, and a warning.
Lean in, don't close your eyes, don't look away and follow the sounds of the pipe!

Our Army shoutout this episode goes to @0901mg on Instagram, who's art is just as mesmerising as BTS performing Pied Piper.

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Dance practice - FESTA 2022
https://youtu.be/4lHyjiBCMr0
Festa Prom Party 2018
https://youtu.be/NxA1Bi-ulUI
4th Muster
https://youtu.be/-mbN6-cs3qA
5th Muster Korea
https://youtu.be/RsnQd_aN8wI
5th Muster Japan
https://youtu.be/36CcnThN_kw
Festa 2021
https://youtu.be/yCbyoeA6ngg

The day us come for us tackle one of the most iconic BTS songs, Baepsae aka Silver Spoon. We try very hard to use our big brains to focus more on the lyrics and meaning and not so much on the hip thrusts. But we are only human!!!
This conversation does cover the evolution of the Baepsae hip thrust but it also delves into politics and societal issues like the housing crisis, generational divides and privilege.
Fan merch makers mentioned in our Borahae Bites segment
@cherie.pop
@mikrokosmosworld

Our Army Shoutout this episode goes to @its_coraline and their beautiful art style, make sure you check them out.

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Other links
Dance prac
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yqdUQcSdFg
Music Bank 2016
https://youtu.be/CvQbAOq3ifA
HYYH Epilogue On Stage - 2016
https://youtu.be/2PKLsshsuZo
Wings Tour Sydney 2017 - JK focus
https://youtu.be/YDTsca_77oI
LY Japan
https://youtu.be/gtberiUQ16s
SY Osaka
https://youtu.be/illd6N3socs
LY SY The Final
https://youtu.be/_JiEUMNIELY
PTD Seoul
https://youtu.be/tYE8fy3Agcs
Hobi hip thrust compilation for science
https://youtu.be/QZjijFKp6fU

A little bit of squandering fun for you!
This episode we review the OG YOLO anthem, Go Go.
And of course we end up going on a bit of a tangent about the economy, generational division and what the pandemic has done to shake up the global workforce.
Things are never as fun and simple as they seem with BTS!
We also take a break from Borahae Bites this episode to discuss a deeper issue within the fandom and how to speak to BTS with love and respect.
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When you join our Patreon you get access to the Patreon only podcast on the alternate weeks to the main review episodes and next weeks episode is a banger. We discuss Jungkook in his underwear (!!!) and the cultural impact of a global partnership with Calvin Klein.

Our Army Shoutout this episode goes to @madi.naaart on Instagram who makes the most beautiful digital illustrations of BTS concepts and song, make sure to check out her work.

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Links
NYT article 'Welcome to the YOLO Economy'
Dance prac Halloween vers
https://youtu.be/Fl54gG0B8I0
Dance prac behind
https://youtu.be/I3zXpVVr7Wo
2017 stages during DNA comeback
M Countdown 2017
https://youtu.be/TEl6KgcfSA8
Countdown
https://youtu.be/P131csq4P6Q
Music Bank
https://youtu.be/qwUcVpwYS5w
Inkigayo
https://youtu.be/CULM62KqdmQ
MBC Festival 2017
https://youtu.be/5BkQ6a63QX8

Wings Tour
https://youtu.be/8Aiq8N4u-ro
KBS Song Festival 2019
https://youtu.be/UIG6y3YlXc4
Bang Bang Con 2020
https://youtu.be/l5fPRL9GfAo
PTD Las Vegas - fancam
https://youtu.be/ZjrYTYx_g-8