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SEVENTEEN always gives CARATs something to hold onto. As the maknae line's military enlistment draws closer, we unpack the back-to-back gifts that made these past month unforgettable: V8's bopping new unit album and the biggest—and most bittersweet—CARAT LAND yet. In this episode, we dive into V8's music, relive our favorite Carat Land moments, and share our heartfelt message to the thirteen artis...

Park Jihoon is the gift that keeps on giving, and his latest K-drama, Legend of Kitchen Soldier, might just be our newest comfort show! In this episode, we dive into everything we loved about this heartwarming series — from hilarious kitchen chaos and heartfelt life lessons, to unforgettable performances and mouthwatering good scenes. We also unpack the show's themes of camaraderie, healing, a...

XLOV didn't just step outside the box—they set it on fire! In this episode, we discover the fierceness of XLOV through their recent album I, God and explore how XLOV is breaking stereotypes, embracing radical self-expression and redefining what it means to be a K-pop idol.#XLOV #XLOV_I_God #엑스러브 #SERVE #XLOV_SERVE -------New episode every Thursday 8PM!-------Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DJ ERPAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.-----...

BOYNEXTDOOR is finally HOME, and what a time to be a Onedoor! So lucky that we were gifted with what may be their most personal artistic endeavor to date. In this episode, we unpack whether their 1st studio album HOME lived up to our expectations, share our favorite tracks from the album, and talk about the moments that resonated with us the most. We also dive into what this release says about BOY...

Forget Marvel and the Avengers—1999 Haeseong City just gave us the chaotic, dysfunctional superhero squad we didn’t know we needed! In this episode, we are diving headfirst into Netflix’s 2026 hit K-Drama, The WONDERfools (원더풀스). What happens when a so-called "town trainwreck", a rigid guy who never smiles, a professional complainer, and a total pushover accidentally get superpowers from toxic...

How to cope with SEVENTEEN's military hiatus? Eh di mag delulu! The Midnight Delulu Agency is back and we're planning SVT's 2028 Carat Land! From Carat Land Perya edition to SVT members doing classic OPM songs that don't suit them, it's another seriously sabaw episode! #seventeen #caratland ------- New episode every Thursday 8PM! ------- Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DJ ERPAT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ------- Connect with us!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Perfect Crown swept us into a magical world of modern Korean royalty, timeless intrigue, and rebellious love — and we are so ready to talk about it! In this episode, we dive into our favorite IU and Byeon Woo Seok kilig moments, the scenes that really brought this imagined monarchy to life, and how the series managed to keep everyone hooked despite the controversy surrounding it. PERFECT CROWN GIV...

King’s Warden brought all of Korea to its knees, becoming one of the country’s highest-grossing films of all time — so naturally, we had to ask: ano bang meron? In this episode, we talk about the standout performances of Yoo Hae-jin and Park Ji-hoon (our latest crushie), the moments that lingered with us long after the credits rolled, and why this real-to-reel story struck such a deep emotional ch...

"They're actually funny?!?" was our reaction when we saw Run BTS for the first time, and we were completely hooked! So for the show's big return, we, of course, excitedly tuned in! In this episode, we talk about our favorite Run BTS episodes, our highlights from the first 3 episodes of Run BTS 2.0, and our (unhinged) suggestions for future episodes. ------- New episodes every Thursday 8PM! -------...

Three millennials dared to cross the Cortis age gap and enter GreenGreen territory! Will they make it out alive and youthful, or will they get lost in the jungle of Gen Z/Alpha culture? In this episode, we talk about the songs that “slapped” for us and ask some pivotal questions: Why sing about acai? Is 2:02 enough for a song? Are we redred for even asking these questions? And will we ever truly u...

What if you get a chance to brainstorm SEVENTEEN's next Going Seventeen concept, what would you pitch? In this episode, 1 to Sarang becomes The Midnight Delulu Agency Writers' Room, where we cook up our best (and sabaw-est) GoSe ideas: Seventeen sa Pinoy mythological creatures, Seventeen Chachacha, Hide & Seek as Appliances, and many more! -------New episode every Thursday 8PM!-------Music by...

They are not boys anymore! Tomorrow x Together dropped their mini-album, 7TH YEAR: A Moment of Stillness in the Thorns, and your Titas are here with their unfiltered review of what could be TXT's most mature offering yet! We share our personal journeys with the group, dive into each of the songs, and talk about our hopes for their next chapter. ------- New episode every Thursday 8PM! ------- Music...

RM asked us during Day 2 of BTS' World Tour 'Arirang' to trust them, believe in their artistic evolution as they enter BTS 2.0. But after the first weekend of their much anticipated world tour, are we still fully on board? In this episode, we break down our livestream experience—from the highs, to the lows, to the zero visibility realness—and reflect on what a BTS concert has always meant to us as...

We all know BTS DELIVERS EXCELLENCE but what does it take to be able to do that? We got a small peek of their grueling artistic process in their Netflix documentary BTS: The Return, and we have so many thoughts. In this episode, we talk about BTS in their rawest and most unfiltered, and reflect on their artistry, their humanity, and their legacy in motion. #btsarirang #btsthereturn #btsarmy #btsar...

The wait is over. BTS, after four long years, has finally dropped Arirang, their highly anticipated (and possibly most polarizing) album. A love letter to ARMY and a tribute to their Korean heritage, this comeback has everyone talking — and as opinionated ARMY Noonas, of course, we had thoughts. In this episode, we break down our favorite tracks, dissect the album’s themes, and reflect on the inte...

BTS may have paved the way in many aspects, but one of their greatest contributions to K-pop culture is their music videos—especially those created with production house Lumpens. In this episode, we’re joined by our friend, filmmaker, and music video aficionado, Maui “The Music Video Guy”, as we deep-dive into our top 5 favorite BTS music videos. We talk visual storytelling, how each video defines...

The wait is almost over, ARMYs. They are almost here. Before the Bangtan storm hits, before the whirlwind of their comeback and their historic concert at Gwanghwamun Square, we take a moment in the calm before it all. In this episode, we ponder what message their new album might carry and how it could resonate with fans around the world. What does Arirang signify in terms of BTS’ evolving musical...

Nobody warned us that watching Netflix's Even If This Love Disappears Tonight and Pavane back-to-back would leave us beautifully K-traumatized! In this episode, we unpack these coming-of-age films, the moments that linger with us, and the unexpected revelations on life and love these films left us with. #kmovie #koreanfilm #koreanmovie ------- New episode every Thursday 8PM! ------- Music by ⁠...

It took us long enough but YES finally we’re doing it! In this episode we are talking about ATEEZ and their 13th mini album Golden Hour Part 4. We are faced with an important question: do we like them for their physiques or their music? We also reflect on their 7-year journey as idols and the stories their songs bring to the scene. Who’s ready for the Manila stop of their concert? WE ARE!! -------...

Kim Seon Ho + romance + those damn dimples - what can possibly go wrong? To kick off Season 9, we’re diving back into K-dramas thanks to the very man who inspired this podcast — Kim Seon-ho — alongside the magnetic Go Youn-jung in Can This Love Be Translated?. With star power this strong, expectations were high, but did the story deliver the kilig, or did it leave us confused and… well, lost in tr...

SEVENTEEN’s DK & Seungkwan open their souls with their album, Serenade, a tender collection of emotions wrapped in breathtaking harmonies and aching honesty. In this episode, we swoon, reflect, and dive into all six tracks—unpacking the lyrics that made us pause, the vocals that made us melt, and the quiet power of their storytelling. We end with a heartfelt thank-you to DK & Seungkwan for...

This 2026, we're going up, up, UP! IT'S OUR MOMENT! We celebrated this new year and our 4th Anniversary with a magical LIVE with our beloved Sarangbaes! Watch as we look back on our Hallyu highlights of 2025 and talk about our expectations for this new year. We also have a manifestation session with our Sarangbaes where we share our hopes and dreams for this year! Season 9 is COMING SOON!...

As birth-certified 90s kids, Typhoon Family seemed like it had all the nostalgia and makjang flavor to keep us hooked... but was it enough to make up for the frustrating subplots and an underwhelming villain? In this episode, we break down the good, the bad, and the 90s of this Kdrama: from gushing over the quiet chemistry between our leads, to lamenting over some predictable plotlines, and to rem...

Every year, K-pop fans around the world count down to the MAMA Awards—one of the biggest, most influential stages in the industry. But for 2025, the excitement was tempered by the tragic fires in Hong Kong and the city’s collective grief, leaving many unsure of how the show would move forward. In this episode, we talk about the moments that stood out to us, how MAMA honored the solemn mood with se...

Only one show could make these rickety elder millennials jump to their feet to cheer for country, for athletes everywhere, for fitness in general — and it’s none other than PHYSICAL: ASIA! All that sand flying, crate lifting, and second-per-second sports drama had us on the edge of our seats, and we are here to talk about it. In this episode, we dive into our favorite athletes (and ask: what is a...