The KOREANISH Podcast

The team discuss some of the 요령(Yoh Ryeong) that they use day to day. Does it stem from laziness or efficiency? Time will tell, but if you know, you know. Other Korean Words Used In This Episode: 1. 먼지(Meon Ji): Dust 2. 할머니(Hal Meo Ni): Grandma 3. 삐뚤어졌어(Bbi Ddool Eoh Jyeot Ssuh): It's Crooked 3. 엄마 (Eom Mah): Mom 4. 특징(Teuk Jing): Specific Trait/Distinct Characteristic 5. 통(Tohng)...

30 episodes deep! WOO! Thank you for listening and coming on this journey with us! We REALLY appreciate it! In this episode, the team ask themselves if they are aware of the prices of the goods they enjoy by asking the question, 얼마에요?(Eol Mah Ae Yo?). Are you overpaying? Underpaying? Ask yourself. *Nothing mentioned on this episode should be taken as financial advice or advice in general. Live...

The team introduce a new sector of OORI Group. The translation service staff tackle their first assignment from a client that is having trouble with homophone translation. Will they make a good first impression?

The team discuss some beverages one could try 대신(Dae Shin) an American beverage while also discussing the intricacies of pronunciation. HOW YOU SAY IT MATTERS PEOPLE. *Beverages Mentioned: 1. Milkis (밀키스) 2. Bacchus (박카스) 3. Bong Bong (봉봉) 4. Barley Tea (보리차) 5. Chilsung Cider (칠성 사이다) 6. Banana Milk (바나나 우유) 7. Oran-C (오란 씨)

The team discuss their gripes about activities that they are too 귀찮아(Gwi Chan Ah) to do. It's not that they're lazy... They're just efficient...

The team gets trendy and discusses the current Korean and American 대세(Dae Sae)s across a variety of topics. Do you follow the 대세(Dae Sae) because you actually enjoy it? Or is it all just influence...

The team explore both the KPOP and American music industries by discussing fandom. This episode was full of surprises, nostalgia, and discovery. 

In this episode, the team discuss some opinions that not everyone may agree with. The members come clean and 솔직히(Sol-Jik-Hee) discuss their thoughts...

In this episode, the team discuss and quiz each other on some Korean slang words. Although, no one in the group uses them on a daily basis, it is nice to know. You know... Just in case...

In this episode, the team discuss the difference in meaning and pronunciation of 잃어버려(Ireobeoryeo) and 잊어버려(Ijyeobeoryeo) as they openly confess to some of the things that slip their mind and lose.  Root Words: 잊다: To forget  잃다: To lose

In this episode, the team discusses the difference between 라멘(Ramen) and 라면 (Ramyun) as well as some of their favorite varieties of ramyun that are available to them. Which one do you enjoy most? Ramyuns Mentioned (In no particular order): 1. 신 라면 (Shin Ramyun) 2. 농심 사발면 (Nongshim Bowl Noodle) 3. 진 라면 (Jin Ramyun) 4. 너구리 (Neoguri) 5. 스낵면 (Snack Myun) 6. 삼양면 (Samyang Myun)

In this episode, the team discuss their options while using 아니면 (Ah Ni Myeon). They learn a lot, laugh a lot, and think a lot. What would you pick? Whose side are you on? 

Kicking off this Friday with the third and final part of the now newly named "Korean Ethics" series! The team discuss the concept of 염치 (Yeomchi) and some examples to make some sense out of what this term means. Incorporating some 염치 as well as some 눈치(Noonchi) & 센스 (Sense) definitely wouldn't be a bad idea... Don't you think?

The team cover part two of the untitled mini series by talking about 센스(Sense). They also discuss subtle differences between 눈치(Noonchi) and 센스(Sense). Lastly, the team extend a big thank you to all the listeners so far. WE APPRECIATE YOU! 감사합니다!

The team discuss what 눈치(Noon-Chi) is and how it is applied to everyday life. Is it better to associate with someone who has it or with someone who doesn't? 

In this episode, the team discusses some of their favorite Korean snacks that are available in the States. They cover a few of the many Korean snacks available and rate them based on their 대박 to 최악 scale. There will most definitely be a part 2... Snacks Mentioned: 1. 바나나킥 (Banana Kick) 2. 오예스 (Oh Yes!) 3. 초코파이 (Choco Pie) 4. 꼬깔콘 (Bugles) 5. 농심 새우깡 (Nongshim Shrimp Chips) 6....

The team is a little upset this week... Tune in to find out the gripes that the team is having in their daily lives that can only be responded to by saying "AH 짜증나!"

The interns are once again put to the test! This time we cover onomatopoeias! Let this episode be the first step into a world full of sonic vocabulary that can help you be more expressive!

The team discuss things that Korean people like to do. From walking around the house barefoot to making American food taste better, do you 동의(Dohng-eui)? 

The team discusses some of their favorite summer Korean foods that they eat to help them get through the heat this summer.

The team discuss the wonderful creations that are 초밥(Chobap) and 김밥(Gimbap). Ingredients, flavors, sides, pairings, you name it! We talk about it. Which side are you on? 

There is no better way to get through the hot summer than by starting to eat ice cream! Although the American favorites were always available, the team discusses and ranks some of the different Korean Ice Creams they ate growing up! Ice Creams Mentioned: 1. 바밤바 (Babamba) 2. 브라보 콘 (Bravo Cone) 3. 싸만코 (Samanko) 4. 죠스바 (Jaws Bar) 5. 스크류바 (Screw Bar) 6. 뽕따 (Power Cap) 7. 보석바...

In part 2, Oh Yes and Ace discuss even more Konglish words and Intern 1 has to guess what he thinks they mean. 

Oh Yes and Ace go over some Konglish words by quizzing the interns on the possible meanings. Do English speakers have a head start when it comes to learning Korean?

The Interns and Oh Yes discuss the Korean influences and innovations that they take for granted on a daily basis. 최고야!(Chwae Goh Yah!) pretty much sums it up...