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    Explore " asian culture" with insightful episodes like "TRAVEL EDITION: Worst Friends To Travel With, Fighting Old Ladies in China & Getting Drugged in Tokyo!? SOLO EP | Ep. 61", "It's Ok To Not Be Ok - What they got right with Moon Sang Tae", "Unpacking the Struggles Of Building Wealth TODAY & Gen-Z vs. Millennial vs. Boomer Mindset ft. Salena Kulkarni | Ep. 60", "Meeting Your KDrama Fave IRL: Jung Hae In's 10th Season" and "Convict to ConFit, The Journey From Crime Syndicates to Social Enterprise, Mentorship & Breaking Stigmas ft. Joe Kwon | Ep.58" from podcasts like ""Level: Asian", "Afternoona Asks", "Level: Asian", "Afternoona Asks" and "Level: Asian"" and more!

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    TRAVEL EDITION: Worst Friends To Travel With, Fighting Old Ladies in China & Getting Drugged in Tokyo!? SOLO EP | Ep. 61

    TRAVEL EDITION: Worst Friends To Travel With, Fighting Old Ladies in China & Getting Drugged in Tokyo!? SOLO EP | Ep. 61

    Join us as we 'wine down' and share some of the craziest and most unforgettable travel experiences.

    Hear Davie's untold pre-trip break-up story, Noel's backpacking adventures, Kan's year-long trip to Asia & Europe, and Viv’s SOLO travel experiences vs. with family.

    We also answer questions like: 

    • What travel compromises have we made in the past that we wouldn't make today? 
    • If we could choose any member of the L:A crew for a journey, who would it be? 
    • And if we could fly tomorrow, where would we go?

    A huge shoutout to Millon Wines for sponsoring this week’s episode! Explore their finest selections and learn more about their exquisite collection by visiting their website or checkout out the links below.👇 

    Shownote links:
    https://www.millonwines.com.au/
    https://www.facebook.com/millonwines
    https://www.instagram.com/millonwines/
    https://www.linkedin.com/company/millon-wines/mycompany https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkWkVT3LK6YhwgtCOEbz-WA

    It's Ok To Not Be Ok - What they got right with Moon Sang Tae

    It's Ok To Not Be Ok - What they got right with Moon Sang Tae

    Join Sarah, Fran and J as we deep dive It's Ok To Not Be Ok from an autistic lens. What did they get so right about Moon Sang Tae's character and why does it still hold up as one of the best portrayals of Autism in KDrama? Along the way we discuss and refer to what really rang true for us with his character and explain why. You might discover parts of his character you hadn't discovered before!

    Podcast Timeline:
    We thought it would be useful to have an outline of what we’re going to cover this episode, with time stamps. 🥳
    Our pre-episode catch up (mostly about Agust D): 1:14
    A quick summary of the drama: 15:53
    Sang-tae’s autistic traits and what resonated for us, including why some of us love to rewatch our favourite shows so much: 17:14
    Why this drama always gets recognised for having a well written and well portrayed autistic character (hint, because the depiction works): 33.33
    What struck us about the relationships Sang-tae had with the people around him…this is so multilayered and intriguing: 41:47
    An in-depth and fascinating discussion of the interplay of trauma and autism as depicted in this drama (hint: autism plays a huge role in how we may experience trauma and CPTSD): 53:04
    The weighty and emotional issue of the responsibility of caregiving and of raising children with mixed needs and capabilities: 63:00
    A quick take on the depiction of violence in the relationship between the brothers and why it occurs and our perspectives on it: 70:30
    What didn’t work for us or what seemed off: 80:20

    Podcast Notes:
    Link about Naoki Higashida and his books https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/175207/naoki-higashida/ 
    Unmasking Autism by Dr Devon Price https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/688819/unmasking-autism-by-devon-price-phd/ 

    Unpacking the Struggles Of Building Wealth TODAY & Gen-Z vs. Millennial vs. Boomer Mindset ft. Salena Kulkarni | Ep. 60

    Unpacking the Struggles Of Building Wealth TODAY & Gen-Z vs. Millennial vs. Boomer Mindset ft. Salena Kulkarni | Ep. 60

    Before we dive into this episode, check out Salena's first episode on our podcast-it sets the perfect stage for what's to come! 

    Link here: https://www.levelasianpodcast.com/episodes/salena-kulkarni-inkosi-wealth-episode-13

    Not only is Salena a familiar face, but also a wealth strategist and certified property investment adviser who has helped 100’s of investors achieve financial freedom faster in preparation for early retirement.

    In this episode, Salena talks about the motivation behind Asian migrants' drive for wealth, how buying any piece of real estate early can serve as your insurance policy, and how her three-phase wealth-building strategy works. 

    Salena also discusses the risks of drawing on equity, highlights offshore real estate opportunities, and shares stories of individuals buying property on modest incomes.

    Show Notes Links:

    https://www.inkosiwealth.com/
    https://www.inkosiwealth.com/podcast/ 
    https://www.instagram.com/kulkarnisalena/
    https://au.linkedin.com/in/salenakulkarni
    https://facebook.com/iamSalenaKulkarni/
    https://www.tiktok.com/@kulkarnisalena 

    Meeting Your KDrama Fave IRL: Jung Hae In's 10th Season

    Meeting Your KDrama Fave IRL: Jung Hae In's 10th Season

    Sarah went to see Jung Hae In at a fanmeeting in Hong Kong and is here to tell us all about it. Grace has lots of questions, including where North American fans can catch Jung Hae In in Nov 2023 and whether the fanmeeting was worth it. And we all learn how to shout out "we miss you!" and "you're so good looking!" at our next fan meeting for our favourite KDrama Oppas and actors.


    Show Notes:

    Daebak Podcast where Sarah guest hosted to discuss Jung Hae In's drama D.P. and D.P. 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/d-p-ep-55/id1576157542?i=1000630413794


    Actors on the Road Scotland - clip of Jung Hae In getting shocked by a cannon shot: 

    https://youtu.be/FkrnwwCVKCo?si=TYA_L2X7T-wvVgfN


    Instagram - follow Jung Hae In @holyhaein 

    Fan account: @haeinheart


    Please follow our instragram @afternoonasks for more clips from Sarah of the fan meeting


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    A KDrama fan? Listen to our sister podcast, Afternoona Delight - three best selling American novelists explore the wonderfully wacky world of K-Romance through a writer’s lens. Join them as they fangirl over the best characters, debate favorite tropes, and nerd out through K-drama deep dives. 


    Or are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Join our AfterNoona Delight Patreon and find community among folks who get your obsession. And check out www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. 


    Love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.


    And don't forget about the newest member of our network, It's Bananas, because life doesn't make a lick of sense, but licking fruit does.

    Convict to ConFit, The Journey From Crime Syndicates to Social Enterprise, Mentorship & Breaking Stigmas ft. Joe Kwon | Ep.58

    Convict to ConFit, The Journey From Crime Syndicates to Social Enterprise, Mentorship & Breaking Stigmas ft. Joe Kwon | Ep.58

    In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by Joe Kwon, CEO and Founder of ConFit and ConFit Pathways, a social enterprise and NFPO dedicated to fostering a sense of self-worth among inmates to help them successfully reintegrate into society.

    Joe candidly shares his journey from mingling with the wrong crowd during his youth, to leading a criminal syndicate by age 21, and serving 13 years in prison.

    He also talks about how he met his billionaire father figure who greatly impacted his life, the creation and success of ConFit and Confit Pathways, and shares his thoughts on reevaluating societal biases against former detainees. 

     Show Notes Links:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-kwon/
    https://www.instagram.com/joe.kwon.confit/
    https://www.convictfitness.com.au/
    https://www.facebook.com/confitaus/
    https://www.instagram.com/confit_gym/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/convictfitness/
    https://www.confitpathways.org/
    https://www.instagram.com/confitpathways/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/confit-pathways/ 

    Let's Go to Seoul - Part 2

    Let's Go to Seoul - Part 2

    Hosts Sarah and Grace are back to talk about Grace’s summer trip to Korea, including her favorite experiences, learnings from traveling there with her family for the first time, a discussion on wheelchair accessibility, and plans for future trips. 


    Attractions:

    Changdeokgung 

    Namsam Tower

    Gangchon Rail Park

    Spa Land Centum City (Busan)

    Jongro 3-ga Pocha Street 종로 3가 포차거리

    https://thesmartlocal.kr/pocha-streets-seoul/

    Myeongdong shopping street - this guide is useful: https://preparetravelplans.com/myeongdong-shopping-street-guide/


    Seoul Wheelchair Accessibility:

    https://english.visitseoul.net/accessibility


    https://wheelchairtravel.org/seoul/


    http://www.koreawheelchairtour.com/?fbclid=IwAR1vYDWbwut-4fAZWywwdQsxrIfty8Etfxow878goctCREMp908w47suLew

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    A KDrama fan? Listen to our sister podcast, Afternoona Delight - three best selling American novelists explore the wonderfully wacky world of K-Romance through a writer’s lens. Join them as they fangirl over the best characters, debate favorite tropes, and nerd out through K-drama deep dives. 

    Or are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Join our AfterNoona Delight Patreon and find community among folks who get your obsession. And check out www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. 

    Love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.

    And don't forget about the newest member of our network, It's Bananas, because life doesn't make a lick of sense, but licking fruit does.

    Advice to Our 20 Y.O. Selves, The Myth of Work-Life Balance & Working with Family in The Business (Part 2) | Ep. 57

    Advice to Our 20 Y.O. Selves, The Myth of Work-Life Balance & Working with Family in The Business (Part 2) | Ep. 57

    Welcome back to Part 2 of our origin and business story episode! If you missed Part 1, you'll definitely want to check it out first. 👇

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3A7vq9G_0Q&t=11s

    This time around, Kan, Davie, and Noel reflect on their biggest sacrifices in building their businesses, their personal take on the idea of work-life balance, and the nuggets of wisdom they'd pass on to their 20-something-year-old selves.

    They also talk about what they love the most about being business owners, whether it's a good idea to have family members in the company, and share some tips for anyone thinking of taking the leap into entrepreneurship.

     

    Enjoy the episode!


    Show Notes Links:


    SOCIAL WAVE

    https://socialwave.com.au/ 

    https://www.facebook.com/socialwaveagency 

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/socialwaveagency/ 

    https://www.instagram.com/socialwave.au/ 

    https://www.tiktok.com/@socialwave 

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK5AQncmlyKFbI-cCUkS3-g 

    BOXAS

    https://boxas.com.au/ 

    https://www.facebook.com/boxadvisory 

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/box-advisory-services

    https://www.instagram.com/boxas_syd/ 

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCofdO06-8XFDkztEbET-F-w/featured 

    Is Ji Chang Wook's Suspicious Partner character autistic coded?

    Is Ji Chang Wook's Suspicious Partner character autistic coded?

    Is Ji Chang Wook’s Suspicious Partner lead character, autistic coded? In this podcast, Sarah (@kdramthis) is joined by co-hosts Franziska (@wanderingfranzi) and J (@theflowerthatbloomsalone) for another episode of their autistic-coded mini-series.


    Here we discuss a character you may have never considered autistic - Noh Ji Uk from Suspicious Partner. Maybe all those aish’s were his frustration at living as a neurodivergent person having to deal with the neurotypical world he lives and works in? Is his strong sense of justice and ethics an autistic trait? 


    Join us as we deep dive his character and all the reasons why he may be autistic coded as well as chat about some other lesser understood autistic traits.


    Show notes:


    Franziska’s Tumblr post: https://www.tumblr.com/treesswayinginthewind/694954106303938560/noh-ji-uk-suspicious-partner-as-an-autistic?source=share


    Autistic coded characters - Christa Mullis

    https://cjds.uwaterloo.ca/index.php/cjds/article/view/495/744


    Introducing Autistic Imposter Syndrome

    https://embrace-autism.com/introducing-autistic-impostor-syndrome/


    Autistic Functioning Labels being problematic:

    https://graymattersmd.com/functioning-labels-autism/

    https://neuroclastic.com/the-journey-begins/?amp

    Simple post: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb2ykmTM0TN/?igshid=MTIyMzRjYmRlZg%3D%3D

    Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fD5jAwPlSDY

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    Ready to download your first audiobook? Don't forget to click here for your free Audible trial: http://www.audibletrial.com/afternoona*Audible is a sponsor of Afternoona Delight Podcast*

    A KDrama fan? Listen to our sister podcast, Afternoona Delight - three best selling American novelists explore the wonderfully wacky world of K-Romance through a writer’s lens. Join them as they fangirl over the best characters, debate favorite tropes, and nerd out through K-drama deep dives. 

    Or are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Join our AfterNoona Delight Patreon and find community among folks who get your obsession. And check out www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. 

    Love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.

    And don't forget about the newest member of our network, It's Bananas, because life doesn't make a lick of sense, but licking fruit does.


    Lessons We Learnt in Our 20s, Lessons Building Our Businesses & Lessons in Life | (Part 1) Ep. 56

    Lessons We Learnt in Our 20s, Lessons Building Our Businesses & Lessons in Life | (Part 1) Ep. 56

    Today, we've got a special episode where we dive deep into the lives of Kan, Davie, and Noel - the brains behind Social Wave, Box Advisory Services, and your favourite podcast Level: Asian!

    The boys walk down memory lane as they share their personal experiences leading up to their entrepreneurial endeavours, including childhood ambitions, student lives, and early career ventures.

    Kan, Davie, and Noel also emphasise the importance of building a strong team culture, their biggest challenges and lessons in business, and strategies for catalysing the growth of Social Wave and Box Advisory Services.

    Enjoy the episode, and keep your eyes peeled for Part 2.


    Show Notes Links:

    SOCIAL WAVE
    https://socialwave.com.au/
    https://www.facebook.com/socialwaveagency https://www.linkedin.com/company/socialwaveagency/ https://www.instagram.com/socialwave.au/ https://www.tiktok.com/@socialwave https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK5AQncmlyKFbI-cCUkS3-g

    BOXAS
    https://boxas.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/boxadvisory https://www.linkedin.com/company/box-advisory-serviceshttps://www.instagram.com/boxas_syd/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCofdO06-8XFDkztEbET-F-w/featured 

    A Costuming Conversation with Gavin Dietz

    A Costuming Conversation with Gavin Dietz

    We are very excited to welcome Los Angeles-based costume designer and fellow Afternoona Delight Patreon member, Gavin Dietz, on the show! We chat with Gavin about the differences in the costuming process in US productions versus Korean ones, the shows that have had our favorite costumes, and the power of costumes to convey character traits, settings, and culture at a glance.


    We also learn how to say a few other Korean actors' names from Grace.


    Join us as we chat about all things costuming with Gavin!


    Follow Gavin on Instagram @gsdietz to see his amazing work!


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    Ready to download your first audiobook? Don't forget to click here for your free Audible trial: http://www.audibletrial.com/afternoona*Audible is a sponsor of Afternoona Delight Podcast*

    A KDrama fan? Listen to our sister podcast, Afternoona Delight - three best selling American novelists explore the wonderfully wacky world of K-Romance through a writer’s lens. Join them as they fangirl over the best characters, debate favorite tropes, and nerd out through K-drama deep dives. 

    Or are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Join our AfterNoona Delight Patreon and find community among folks who get your obsession. And check out www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. 

    Love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.

    And don't forget about the newest member of our network, It's Bananas, because life doesn't make a lick of sense, but licking fruit does.

    Lisa Nguyen of Astrid Dispensary, Australia’s First Female-Led Cannabinoid Dispensary and Her Wild Journey to Entrepreneurship Success | Ep. 55

    Lisa Nguyen of Astrid Dispensary, Australia’s First Female-Led Cannabinoid Dispensary and Her Wild Journey to Entrepreneurship Success | Ep. 55

    In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we're joined by Lisa Nguyen, founder of Astrid, Australia's first multi-award-winning female led dispensary and specialty clinic for cannabinoid medicines, plant therapies, and nutraceuticals. 

    Lisa shares her unique uni experience in Wagga Wagga and how it changed her perspective on life, shaped her values and the transition into her first cannabis sales role in Australia. 

    Lisa also talks to us about how she built Astrid during the middle of a pandemic, the key challenges she faced along the way and why she encourages her team to embrace failures. 

    Enjoy the episode! 

    Show Notes Links:

    LISA
    https://www.instagram.com/lisatheholisticpharmacist/
    https://au.linkedin.com/in/lisahn 

    ASTRID
    https://astrid.health/
    https://www.instagram.com/astrid.dispensary/
    https://www.linkedin.com/company/astrid-dispensary/
    https://www.facebook.com/astrid.dispensary/ 

    #185: Dolls That Celebrate Asian Diversity with Samantha Ong

    #185: Dolls That Celebrate Asian Diversity with Samantha Ong

    In this episode of the Making It In The Toy Industry, Samantha Ong shares her journey in launching Joeydolls and highlights the importance of representation in the toy industry. Samantha's passion for creating culturally diverse dolls stems from her desire to combat the lack of representation and stereotypes faced by Asian children. By spreading joy and empowering children to feel proud of their heritage, Samantha aims to make a meaningful impact. Listeners will gain valuable insights into Samantha's strategies for building a following on Instagram, her decision to do a pre-order campaign instead of using Kickstarter, and the challenges she faced during the production process.

     

    This episode serves as a reminder of the significance toys have in shaping children's perceptions of themselves and the world around them. Parents and toy industry professionals alike will be inspired to take action towards creating more diverse and culturally representative toys.

     

    Samantha's mission to create culturally diverse dolls highlights the significance of representation in the toy industry. By sharing her authentic journey of building a loyal following on Instagram and launching a successful pre-order campaign, Samantha provides valuable insights for parents and toy industry professionals. Listeners will discover the importance of involving the community in the product development process, providing value to subscribers through educational materials and discounts, and overcoming challenges in the production process. Samantha's story is an inspiration that resonates with anyone passionate about inclusivity and celebrating the beauty of different cultures. Tune in to gain insights into the power of toys in shaping children's perceptions and learn how to make a meaningful impact in the toy industry.

    EPISODE CLIFF NOTES:

    • Discover the surprising length of the prototyping phase [00:06:45]
    • Learn about switching factories and overcoming challenges [00:08:28]
    • Listen to the benefits of switching factories [00:10:22]
    • See Samantha’s progress with the new factory [00:13:23]
    • Find out Samantha’s unintentional two-year journey [00:15:32]
    • Discover a strategy building an engaged community [00:18:03]
    • Understand the importance of cultural authenticity [00:20:29] 
    • Learn about Samantha overcoming challenges and doubts [00:23:06]
    • Samantha’s early days of instagram [00:25:34]
    • Listen to the decision on using kickstarter or Samantha’s website [00:31:33 ] 
    • Discover the challenges with kickstarter and profit margin [00:34:58]
    • Learn about Samantha’s struggles and failure moments [00:37:13]
    • Find out about the successful preorder launch [00:40:51]
    • Understanding the value in celebrating and promoting cultural diversity in toys [00:46:48]
    • Listen to Samantha’s advice for launching a product [00:47:27]
    • See Samantha’s childhood toys and role-playing [00:49:19]
    Support the show

    🎓 5 Streamlined Steps To Your Next Playful Product Launch in 1 Interactive Masterclass: learn.thetoycoach.com/masterclass

    💡 The Great Toy and Game Idea Bootcamp:
    Visualize, Validate, and Vow to make your toy or game idea real in just 5 days. Register here: learn.thetoycoach.com/bootcamp

    The Unglamorous Side of Running a Furniture Business, Mastering Introverted Leadership & Building an Award-Winning Brand ft. Amanda & Ken of EVA | Ep. 54

    The Unglamorous Side of Running a Furniture Business, Mastering Introverted Leadership & Building an Award-Winning Brand ft. Amanda & Ken of EVA | Ep. 54

    In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we’re joined by Amanda and Ken, the founders of EVA, Australia's award-winning, certified B Corp furniture brand. 

    Amanda and Ken share their journey from how they founded EVA, the evolution of the brand, and highlight company milestones and successes, along with the challenges they’ve faced during their journey. 

    We also talk to Amanda and Ken about introverted leadership in business, their advice for those wanting to enter the e-commerce space and EVA’s plans for the future.

    Enjoy the episode! 

    Show Notes Links:


    EVA 

    https://eva.com.au/ 

    https://www.facebook.com/evahomeofficial/ 

    https://instagram.com/eva.home 

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCESSp-9_XRezy-EJbjWZf0Q 


    AMANDA

    https://www.instagram.com/amndagram/ 

    https://www.tiktok.com/@amanda.niu 

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/niuamanda/ 


    KEN 

    https://www.instagram.com/kenlauuu/ 

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-lau-jx/ 

    The Shocking Burning Sun Scandal - Interview with Chloe Hadjimatheou

    The Shocking Burning Sun Scandal - Interview with Chloe Hadjimatheou

    Our latest episode of Afternoona Asks is out – and we think it’s our best yet! We interviewed BBC Journalist Chloe Hadjimatheou, who has just co-created and presented a podcast series on the shocking sex scandals which shook the world of K-Pop. The podcast series is available via BBC Sounds.


    Chloe takes us behind the scenes, and tells what it took to pull off this in-depth series, the extraordinary bravery of the female Korean journalists who broke this story and the reaction to this scandal in the wider society in Korea. We cover feminism in Korea and why it's seen as a negative, and the impact it's having on women in modern Korea now. We found chatting to her fascinating and we hope you do too!

    We have split the podcast into two parts: a more generic, spoiler-free chat with Chloe, then we give you the opportunity to drop off to listen to the Burning Sun podcast (if you haven't already) and rejoin us for the second half.

    We learn some more Korean phrases from Grace, including how to say Gangnam properly!

    To listen please go to: BBC Sounds Burning Sun Podcast or download the BBC Sounds app to your device

    Do follow Chloe Hadjimatheou on Twitter to keep updated with her next projects and see her past programmes.

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    A KDrama fan? Listen to our sister podcast, Afternoona Delight - three best selling American novelists explore the wonderfully wacky world of K-Romance through a writer’s lens. Join them as they fangirl over the best characters, debate favorite tropes, and nerd out through K-drama deep dives. 

    Or are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Join our AfterNoona Delight Patreon and find community among folks who get your obsession. And check out www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. 

    Love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.

    And don't forget about the newest member of our network, It's Bananas, because life doesn't make a lick of sense, but licking fruit does.

    Our first guest! Chatting with Sophie in Seoul

    Our first guest! Chatting with Sophie in Seoul

    We are so excited to welcome our first ever guest on Afternoona Asks - Sophie, a Korean living in Seoul!

    Sarah met Sophie when she was in Korea for her visit and was delighted she agreed to come on the podcast and answer all our questions. Listen to our episode as we ask do people in Korea really go to hospital for tiredness or small scrapes? How much do Koreans themselves love dramas? And many more... Plus we all get to practise the Busan accent.

    Join us as we chat with Sophie!


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    *Audible is a sponsor of Afternoona Delight Podcast*

    A KDrama fan? Listen to our sister podcast, Afternoona Delight - three best selling American novelists explore the wonderfully wacky world of K-Romance through a writer’s lens. Join them as they fangirl over the best characters, debate favorite tropes, and nerd out through K-drama deep dives. 


    Or are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Join our AfterNoona Delight Patreon and find community among folks who get your obsession. And check out www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. 


    Love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life.


    And don't forget about the newest member of our network, It's Bananas, because life doesn't make a lick of sense, but licking fruit does.

    An Intro to Korean for K-Dramas

    An Intro to Korean for K-Dramas

    We got so much positive feedback about the Korean Language section of our first Afternoona Asks episode that Sarah and Grace decided to dive a little deeper into Korean language nuances, as well as answer some listener questions. Wondering about the different ways to say "I love you" in Korean? Confused about what "oppa" really means? Tune in to learn a bit more about the Korean language, with emphasis on words and phrases you've heard in your favorite Kdramas!


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    Autistic Coded Characters in KDrama - Love in Contract

    Autistic Coded Characters in KDrama - Love in Contract

    Introducing Afternoona Asks ND - our Neurodivergent part of the Afternoona Asks podcast. Our hosts Sarah, Fran and J discuss autistic coded characters in KDrama.

    Fran and J were first on our sister podcast, Afternoona Delight podcast, for their Extraordinary Attorney Woo autism podcast. It was so popular that we invited Fran and J back and then got them to join as co-hosts! Sarah, Fran, and J discuss what autistic coded means and why autistic representation is important with a focus on the character of Jung Ji-Ho played by Gyo Kyung Pyo from the drama Love in Contract. Don't worry if you've not seen the drama. It's spoiler free! 


    For an article on what the double empathy problem is please see HERE.

    Or HERE for a shorter Instagram version.

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    3 practical ways to set boundaries in relationships (with Phuonggy Pham)

    3 practical ways to set boundaries in relationships (with Phuonggy Pham)

    [Link to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IGgengwTw5E]

    Setting boundaries has always been a challenge for me, and it's something I've grappled with throughout my life. In many Asian cultures, the concept of boundaries isn't frequently discussed since the emphasis often lies on being group-oriented and prioritizing others' needs over our own. Sacrificing for the greater good is deeply ingrained in our upbringing.

    In this episode, I'm happy to have my dear friend and sister, Phuonggy Pham, join me as we discuss this topic. Memorizing how to set boundaries isn't something that will ever come naturally to me, so here are the techniques that I apply in my life to help me with this. If you're also struggling with setting boundaries, particularly in relationships, we hope our conversation can offer some guidance and add value to your life as well x

    Here's the link to the podcast episode in which Phuonggy also interviewed me on her podcast, "Dear Future Daughters" (Episode 2: You All Have a Voice) if you want to give it a listen!

    https://open.spotify.com/episode/5vROK66fU4S0UXqZRnFtKG?si=XtbXIAnrRtqGsNHRly-o3g

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    Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

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    Dating Apps SUCK, Dealing with ‘Situationships’ & Mental Health in Adult Relationships ft. Brenda Van | Ep. 53

    Dating Apps SUCK, Dealing with ‘Situationships’ & Mental Health in Adult Relationships ft. Brenda Van | Ep. 53

    In this episode of the Level Asian podcast, we’re joined by Brenda Van, Founder of 'Dating Apps Suck', an offline dating event that brings like-minded people together in person.

    Brenda shares her thoughts on the modern dating scene, why it motivated her to start ‘Dating Apps Suck’, and shares the success of hosting “Dating Apps Suck” events across Sydney and Melbourne. 

    Brenda also opens up to us about her struggles with mental health & how it ties in with adult relationships, along with her recommendation on finding the right therapist.

    Show Notes Links:

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    https://bit.ly/datingappssuckwaitlist

    https://www.instagram.com/brendainbusiness/ 

    https://www.tiktok.com/@brendainbusiness 

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    https://www.tiktok.com/@datingappssuck_ 

    https://www.youtube.com/@brendainbusiness 

    Wanna go to Seoul?

    Wanna go to Seoul?

    Aren't we all dreaming of going to Seoul? Sarah and Grace are back to talk through some tips to travel to Seoul and Korea, covering where to get started, how many days you might need in each location as well as accommodation, food and travel hints. 

    Facebook groups: 

    South Korea Travel Planning 

    Korea Travel Guide 


    Apps & websites

    Naver

    Papago

    Subway map 

    KakaoTalk 

    Klook

    Airbnb - experiences - night market and makeup lesson

    Kakao Taxi

    Kakao Map

    Mango Plate (Korean Yelp)

    Shuttle (Korean Door dash)

    Koreandramaland.com - for all the Kdrama locations

    Attractions:

    Gyeongbokgong Palace

    Namsam Tower

    Yongma land - this website has a great summary 

    [KakaoMap] 용인대장금테마파크 25, Yongcheon drama-gil, Baegam-myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do: 

    Alpaca World

    Gangchon Rail Park

    Spa Land Centum City (Busan)

    Magnate (Jimin's dad's cafe in Busan)

    Myeongdong shopping street - this guide is useful

    Myeongdong Earring shop - THE PLAIN - 30 Myeongdong 4-gil

    Places Grace mentioned she won't make it this trip:

    Seoraksan (Seorak Mountain)

    Sokcho (resort town)


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