Idol Talk Kpop Podcast

Welcome back to Idol Talk! To celebrate Women's History Month, we're bringing back the Battle of the Stans series, but this time highlighting our favorite women in K-pop! In this episode, we chose 3 powerhouse women who not only dominate the charts, but also our hearts. So get into it, and find out why we have no choice but to stan! Videos referenced: LISA: 1. LILI's FILM #4 - BLACK...

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 Jikjin by TREASURE, INVU by Taeyeon, Child by Mark, and Run2U by STAYC. Jikjin (6:52), INVU (14:01), Child (32:25), Run2U (44:30). Videos discussed in Episode: TREASURE x BLACK...

Your eyes aren't deceiving you...we're officially back from hiatus! It's a brand new year and about to be a brand new Idol Talk too, but first let's get caught up. In this episode we let y'all know what we've been up to during our break, wrap up our thoughts on K-pop in 2021, and look ahead to 2022. Exciting things are coming and you know Idol Talk will be right there...

We got what you need: a review of NCT 127's Sticker album! In this episode, we break down out thoughts on the Sticker music video, share out favorite tracks off the album, and live vicariously through Nathan's experience at the Boba Guys NCT 127 Cup Sleeve event. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod.uwu.ai/

We're on the next level... of our podcast milestones! Idol Talk is celebrating our 2 year anniversary the only way we know how: criticizing our faves and each other. In this episode, we get back to our roots and discuss our biases, why we have no choice but to stan, and then wrap it up all up with an Aespa-inspired game to test our K-Pop knowledge. Follow us on Social Media! Twitter | Instagr...

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 faces in the K-Pop industry. This  episode will cover NAKKA (with IU) by AKMU, Rose by D.O., Weekend by TAEYEON, and cOy by OnlyOneOf. NAKKA (with IU) (5:10), Rose (17:51), Weekend (32:58), cOy (42:45). Listen to our recommended...

In this episode of Idol Talk Pod, we have some hot takes and spicy updates! We discuss BTS' latest release Permission to Dance and it gets a lil too... honest... if you catch our drift. (But before you come for us, let the record show that we purple BTS T-T) Then we launch into the season finale of former SKZ member Woojin's fake scandal/real company drama and discuss his pre-debut comeb...

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 faces in the K-Pop industry. This  episode will cover Chi Mat Ba Ram by Brave Girls, Don't fight the feeling by EXO, Love The Way (Feat. Jay Park & punchnello) by YUGYEOM, and BAD SAD AND MAD by BIBI. Chi Mat Ba Ram (4:2...

In this episode, we review MNET's newest survival show, Kingdom Legendary War. We discuss our favorite moments, the iconic performances, and close with an analysis on who we think benefited the most from participating in the show. Follow us on Social Media! Twitter | Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod.uwu.ai/ Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com |...

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 faces in the K-Pop industry. This  episode will cover Butter by BTS, 0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You) feat. Seori by TOMORROW BY TOGETHER, If I could tell you by TAEMIN & TAEYEON, and We Go by fromis_9. Butter (3:16), 0X1=LOV...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! In this episode, we review the latest release from NCT DREAM: Hot Sauce. We discuss our favorite tracks and share our thoughts on the title track's spicy music video! Make sure to grab your tin foil hats, because we have a special segment covering the latest news about Idol Talk favs Taemin and GFriend. Follow us on Social Media! Twitter | Instagram | idoltalkpod@gm...

We're back! In this episode, we've got a couple of updates for the pod, some exciting news, and the hottest goss. Find out the new artists we stan, everything we've been watching on Viki, and all the scandals we've been getting hit with left and right. It's shaping up to be a busy year for those of us in deep with South Korean pop culture so let's get caught up and ge...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! In this episode, we prep ourselves for the upcoming MNET survival show, Kingdom. We discuss the prequel, Road to Kingdom, overview the groups that will be on the show, and make predictions on which group will get to wear the Kingdom crown. Our hearts want a group to win but our minds are telling us otherwise.  Follow us on Social Media! Twitter | Instagram | idoltalkpod@...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! In this very special 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 faces in the K-Pop industry. This special SHINEE episode will cover Marry You, I Really Want You, Kiss Kiss, and Kind. Marry You (14:11), I Really Want You (21:46), Kiss Kiss (26:46), Kind (32:10). Listen to our reco...

Grab some popcorn because this week we catch up on the latest K-Dramas we're obsessed about: Penthouse, My Secret Romance, She Was Pretty, and The World of the Married. We dive into the varied plots, discuss scandalous moments, and ultimately decide if it's worth watching more episodes. Whether you looking for a drama that makes you sick to your stomach or reminds you of your first love,...

First off, thank you to podcast fairy godfather Lee Soo Man for all the blessings he's bestowed upon us. In this episode we let our SM stan flag fly in our coverage of the SMTOWN Live Culture Humanity online concert. We discuss our favorite moments, the massive set list, the iconic performances, and Nathan closes the show with his comprehensive analysis of an SMTOWN staple.  Follow us on Soci...

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 Rosario (feat. CL & ZICO) by Epik High, End of the Word (feat. GSoul) by Epik High, Let Me In (20 CUBE) by ENHYPEN, and Love Die Young by Eric Nam.   Rosario (12:49), End of...

Welcome back to Idol Talk! By popular demand, we're bringing back the Battle of the Stans but this time with a twist - new year, new groups! In this episode, we chose four new groups that debuted last year and put them to the test. Do they have the visuals, talent, and staying power to be a certified Idol Talk K-Bop or just a K-flop? Stay tuned to find out! Videos we shared with each other: w...

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 If You Do by GOT7, MY TREASURE by TREASURE, HANDS UP (feat. pH-1) by Henry, and NAAN by BIBI.   If You Do (4:19), MY TREASURE (19:24), HANDS UP (feat. pH-1) (32:29), NAAN (43:14)...

 Happy New Year from Idol Talk! In this episode we discuss our K-Pop predictions for 2021. Much like last year's predictions episode, we get into military enlistments, notable comebacks, and discuss what's next for our favs. But unlike last year, let hope we get some of these right! Listen to our 2020 predictions in episode 14. Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com...

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 Cry For Me by TWICE, Feel Good (SECRET CODE) by fromis_9, AURA (feat. pH-1) by JUNNY, and Beach Again by SSAK3.    CRY FOR ME (4:06), Feel Good (SECRET CODE) (13:35), AURA (23:22...

 Ho Ho Ho! Welcome back to Idol Talk. Tis the season to be Kpoppy because 2020 is ending with a bang. In this episode we reflect on the past year and how the industry, and us, has adapted to this new normal. We discussed the groups that thrived and the ones that barely survived. To close, we share our personal highlights in K-Pop from this past year. Follow us on Social Media! Twitter | Instagram...

SHINee's back on Idol Talk! Shawol's everywhere are rejoicing at the discharge of Onew, Key, and Minho from the military. In this episode we get in on that action with our own deep dive into SHINee. We laugh, we cry, but most of all we celebrate the last 12 years of living in this beautiful SHINee world. Follow us on Social Media! Twitter | Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://ido...

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 special BTS episode will cover Dis-ease, Telepathy, Fly To My Room, and Dynamite Midnight Remix. Dis-ease (11:50), Telepathy (18:07), Fly To My Room (25:05), Dynamite Midnight Remix (34:37) Listen...

With awards shows and end of the year stages rapidly approaching, we're kicking off the season with our very own music show. We give out the standard awards to our favs, and even include some fun ones to make things a little spicy. Tune in and see if your fav artists get one of our Idol Talk awards.  Follow us on Social Media! Instagram | idoltalkpod@gmail.com | https://idoltalkpod.uwu.ai/