Idol Talk Kpop Podcast

Originally aired: November 26, 2020 Hello and welcome back to idol talk. In honor of the upcoming award season, we're bringing back our very first Idol Talk Awards Show! While we will be giving out the standard awards, we wouldn't be the Idol Talk you know and love if we didn't include our own hot takes. Stay tuned for the sequel in the coming weeks and have a great Thanksgiving wee...

Welcome back for another HotTake Hotteok: a short-form episode format which will be filled with discussions on the latest scandals, controversies, and breaking news in South Korean pop culture! In this episode, we cover OMEGA X and the alleged abuse they endured by CEO of their company, Spire Entertainment. It's a wild ride, so buckle up! Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gma...

Recorded on November 7, 2022. Welcome back to Idol Talk! In this episode, we discuss the songs we just can’t get enough of–whether they’re new releases or just new to us–from some of our faves in the K-pop industry. This episode will cover No Celestial by LE SSERAFIM, Hello by TREASURE, and 28 Reasons by SEULGI. Stay tuned because we got you covered with the K-bops. Listen to our recommended songs...

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Welcome back to Idol Talk! BigHit recently announced that BTS' Jin will enlist in the military this year. Listen in as we give a high level overview of conscription in South Korea, amendments that allowed BTS to postpone enlistment, and review local polling data on sentiment regarding exemption laws. Finally we close with a review of Jin's solo debut and "goodbye song" Astronau...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! Apparently inspired by the dumpster fire that was 2017 Fyre Festival, KAMP LA brought that experience to the world of K-pop. Since we love a mess, we couldn't pass on the opportunity to offer our HotTake Hotteok on this bullet we dodged! Whether you've only heard about it through SNS, secured your refund like our hosts, or actually survived the event itself, th...

In this episode we cover NCT 127’S concert The Link in Los Angeles on October 6th. We discuss our highlights, the massive set list, iconic performances, and some steamy moments. If we had one word to describe our experience, it would be per-fec-tion. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod.uwu.ai/

To celebrate the 2 year anniversary of our Unpopular Kpop Opinions episode, we’re doing a sequel! No one asked, but as always, we’ve got some thoughts. It’s gonna get a lil spicy, so grab your cup of milk, let’s rock and roll. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod.uwu.ai/ Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod...

In this episode, we discuss the songs we just can’t get enough of–whether they’re new releases or just new to us–from some of our faves in the K-pop industry. This episode will cover Rush Hour by Crush featuring j-hope of BTS, New Thing produced by ZICO featuring Homies, and Heart Burn by SUNMI. Rush Hour (4:24), New Thing (21:04), Heart Burn (30:21). Listen to our recommended songs on Spotify . F...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! By popular demand, we're bringing back the Battle of the Stans but this time with a twist - we put two Idol Talk faves head to head! In this episode, we cover the recent comeback albums of these two iconic groups: NCT 127’s 2 Baddies and Blackpink’s Born Pink and dive deep into our impressions, the charting data, and more! Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idol...

In this episode, Nathan recaps the highlight of his South Korea trip: SMTown Live 2022: SMCU Express @ Human City Suwon! His spur of the moment decision to attend was filled with emotion, adventure, and even a few surprises. Live vicariously with us as Nathan describes a REAL k-pop concert experience and his feelings on witnessing history IRL! Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gma...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! It's another HotTake Hotteok and it's all about that Pink Venom! Blackpink's latest song is getting mixed reactions all over the internet and Idol Talk is no exception. We break down the elements of the song, the things that we enjoyed, and all the parts we didn't. Love it or hate it, Pink Venom goes straight to your dome like whoa whoa whoa! Follow u...

We've got another HotTake Hotteok episode for you, but this time Girl' Generation makes you feel the heat! We cover their latest album and title track of the same name, FOREVER 1, discuss how their impact has shaped K-pop as we know it, and celebrate 15 years of SNSD being iconic af. This album has no skips, so You Better Run and hit play. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkp...

Hold your breath and love dive... into a 3rd year of Idol Talk, that is! In this episode, we celebrate another year of survival with some reminiscing, clowning on each other, and announce something pretty major. It's so bad, it's good. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod.uwu.ai/

NEW SEGMENT ALERT! Introducing HotTake Hotteok: a short-form episode format which will be filled with discussions on the latest scandals, controversies, and breaking news in South Korean pop culture! In this episode, we cover the timeline of Le Sserafim, a group mired in controversy from the moment they debuted less than three months ago, up until the recent termination of their 6th member. It&apo...

The moment you've been waiting for is finally here: Idol Talk is back with a K-Drama review! The BL drama Semantic Error starring DKZ Park Jaechan and KNK Park Seoham has made waves in South Korean pop culture and is our latest obsession. If you love a light-hearted rom-com and the enemies to lovers trope, you won't wanna miss this! Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmai...

In this episode, we review MNET's newest survival show, Queendom 2. In this two part episode we discuss rounds three and four, our favorite moments, and who benefitted the most from participating in the show. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod.uwu.ai/

In this episode, we review MNET's newest survival show, Queendom 2. In this two part episode we discuss rounds one and two, our favorite moments, and great (and not so great) performances. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod.uwu.ai/ Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod.uwu.ai/

Welcome back to Idol Talk! ARMYs all over the world are probably feeling a lot of things right now, including a little bit of shock. Don't worry, we're here to talk about it all, starting with their comeback anthology album "PROOF", including the title track "Yet To Come". In this episode, we'll be discussing all the symbolism in the music video and how it connec...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! In this episode, we discuss the songs we just can't get enough of-- whether they're new releases or just new to us-- from some of our faves in the K-Pop industry. This episode will cover Upside Down by Kang Daniel and She’s the Boss by The Boyz. Stick around until the end for bonus content on our latest favorite K-Drama, Forecasting Love and Weather! Upside Dow...

Epik High has been one of the most influential Korean acts over the past decade, and their concert on April 8th in Phoenix was no exception. We talk about their headlining act Woosung from the band The Rose, our favorite moments from the concert, our meet and greet experience, and more. Stick around because Epik High is here. K-Play Fest Website: https://www.kplayfest.com/ Our maknae, @splendidsam...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! We have collectively attended 7 BTS concert shows (yes, the movie counts) and we break down the journey from announcement to ticket buying and all the way to concert day! In Part 2 of our BTS Permission to Dance concert coverage, we talk about the Soundcheck experience, cover the infamous merch lines, and offer our perspectives on experiencing a BTS concert from seats al...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! We have collectively attended seven BTS concert shows (yes, the movie counts) and we break down the journey from announcement to ticket buying and all the way to concert day! In Part 1, we cover all the data, provide a comprehensive guide to surviving Ticketmaster, and even describe the extremely rare experience of hearing Super Tuna in a Vegas nightclub. No need for FOM...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! In this episode, we discuss the songs we just can't get enough of-- whether they're new releases or just new to us-- from some of our faves in the K-Pop industry. This episode will cover Still Life by BIGBANG, Drive and Teddy Bear by NCT DREAM, and DICE by ONEW. Still Life (3:41), Drive (27:23), Teddy Bear (37:41), Dice (47:40). Listen to our recommended songs...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! In this episode, we discuss the songs we just can't get enough of-- whether they're new releases or just new to us-- from some of our faves in the K-Pop industry. This episode will cover Feel My Rhythm by Red Velvet, Spring, Again by NU'EST, and The Weekend by 88rising & BIBI. Feel My Rhythm (4:01), Spring, Again (23:29), The Weekend (38:13). Listen to...