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Christian Manley, a British American sinophile, unveils the mysteries of his unique Chinese name and the cultural intricacies that shaped his life. 

From the amusing tales of mispronounced words to the profound impact of Sima Qian's legacy, Christian's narrative weaves a rich tapestry of language, respect, and the unexpected twists of his gaming industry career in China. Join us in exploring the intersections of cultural diversity, linguistic nuances, and the transformative power of embracing unfamiliar territories in this eye-opening episode.

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Hosted by Gaby Van Horn (GabyV) 

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Dive into the poetic depths of the Korean language with Episode 53 of the Essential Korean Podcast, where Kay샘 unravels the complexities of 'ㅆ을까'—a grammatical form that captures the poignant musings of past choices and the bittersweet tang of what might have been.

In this episode, we dissect a poignant scene from a movie, parsing the emotion behind 'ㅆ을까'. Then, we groove to the beat of Psy's song '어땠을까', unpacking the layers of retrospective longing woven into its lyrics. With grammar and practical language lessons, we’ll explore how this unique expression shapes narratives and conveys deep emotions in storytelling. 

Join the discussion post-episode on our website essentialkorean.com under "EK Podcast Episode 53." Share your insights, engage with our supportive community, and become a part of our collaborative learning experience.

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Welcome to the Essential Korean Podcast, where I help break down the nuances of the Korean language to help you become a more aware and confident speaker of Korean. We’ve created the Essential Korean membership to help provide a complete set of tools to elevate your Korean to the next level. Check that out on our website, along with my weekly newsletter, at essentialkorean.com!

In this episode of "Hear My True Story," join your host "Otako" as he delves into the fascinating world of the Swahili word "Mzungu." Widely known in East Africa, "Mzungu" is a term that every European or white person encounters when visiting the region. But what does it really mean? From its literal translation as "white man" to its broader connotations as a "boss" or the person who pays, Otako shares personal anecdotes and dives into the historical roots of this intriguing word. Discover how the term evolved and gained significance, possibly originating from the experiences of early explorers, traders, and missionaries in Africa. Join us for a captivating exploration of the multifaceted word "Mzungu" and its cultural context in East Africa.

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In this week's episode, the Krewe conclude their awesome discussion with comedian and Youtuber, Dogen! In part 1, the Krewe got to know Dogen, his background and his journey into learning Japanese. In this part, they embark on a deep dive into learning Japanese. This discussion takes them to many places from discovering the meaning of pitch-accent and how to study effectively, to setting appropriate goals and hilarious language learning stories. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

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In this week's episode, the Krewe sit down with famous comedian and Youtuber, Dogen! In Part 1, Dogen shares his background including how he became interested in Japan and its culture, his background in martial arts tricking, early attempts at learning Japanese, his path to writing comedy in Japanese, and so much more.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of the discussion next week, where the Krewe dives deep into Japanese study and specifically pitch-accent with the maestro himself!

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