Unnis on Oppas: A KDrama Fan Podcast

Some of our favorite KDrama performers are so prolific that we need to do an annual-ish catch up of their projects that we’ve watched since their episodes came out! In this bonus episode, Susie and Lynn focus on recent roles from Lee Jung Eun and the podcast’s patron saint, Kim Sun Young. (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably so...

Time for another movie-centric episode, and this time we are centric on 2017’s Midnight Runners , directed by (apparent) pod favorite Jason Kim and starring (definite) pod favorites Park Seo Joon and Kang Ha Neul! In this episode, Susie and Lynn share their thoughts about the movie and about snacks. (0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup (28:10) - discussion of Midnight Runners (48:55)...

Seo Hyun Jin has been active in KDramas for nearly two decades, racking up so many credits that the seven discussed here are barely scratching the surface! In this episode, Susie and Lynn go over her roles in Dr. Romantic, The Beauty Inside, The Trunk , and more! (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be r...

This oppa is versatile enough to play a wide range of roles, all of whom have one thing in common: handsomeness. In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss Jang Ki Yong’s roles in Search WWW, My Mister, My Roommate is a Gumiho, The Atypical Family , and more. (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed...

Although he’s often seen as the single father of a daughter, this ajussi has portrayed all sorts of roles from the truly terrible to the heart-of-gold dad of the year! In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss Jeon Bae Soo’s roles in Fight for My Way, Strangers Again, Queen of Tears, Extraordinary Attorney Woo, and more! (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of diff...

On top of being a member of Girls Generation, this idol unni also has serious acting chops! In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss her roles in Run On, If You Wish Upon Me, Fanletter Please, and more!  (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid knowing absolutely anything abo...

This oppa has performed in a huge range of dramas, from the ultra silly to the extremely dark. In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss Yoon Kye Sang’s performances in The Greatest Love, Triple, Kiss Sixth Sense, Chocolate, and more! (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid k...

Time for another journey into Korean cinema! In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss the action-packed Officer Black Belt , starring Kim Woo Bin and Kim Sung Kyun. (0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup (38:15) - Discussion of Officer Black Belt (1:04:20) - Snack corner (1:07:55) - Ask Susie Unnithing If you like this episode, please subscribe and leave us a rating and review! Follow u...

This prolific unni has been acting in dramas since she was a noodle! In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss her more recent performances in A Korean Odyssey, The Red Sleeve, The Law Cafe, and more! (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid knowing absolutely anything about a...

He hosts variety shows, acts, sings, does his own stunts, and now renowned oppa Lee Seung Gi gets his own episode of the Unnis on Oppas podcast! In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss his work in The King 2 Hearts, A Korean Odyssey, The Law Cafe , and more! (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be reveal...

Known by global cinema-goers for her role in Parasite , we mostly love Jang Hye Jin for her many drama roles! In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss her turns in Crash Landing on You, Birthcare Center, The Red Sleeve, Doctor Slump , and more! (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want...

In this bonus episode, Susie and Lynn revisit all the dramas they watched (and a couple they dropped) in 2024, month-by-month. Also: find out their picks for best and worst dramas they watched during the year! (0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup (41:00) - January (52:05) - February (1:03:40) - March (1:15:40) - April (1:29:35) - May (1:44:30) - June (1:55:10) - July (2:10:20) - Augu...

It is once again the time of year when we look back on the oppas of the past year… who got promoted in Susie and Lynn’s affections? Who got demoted? Did anyone get dropped altogether?!? Listen and find out! (0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup (36:05) - Review of 2023 oppas (48:05) - 2024 List updates (1:15:30) - Ask Susie Unnithing If you like this episode, please subscribe and leav...

This episode has been a long time coming, and at long last we are talking about the roles of Gong Hyo Jin! Susie and Lynn discuss her roles in Pasta, The Greatest Love, When the Camellia Blooms, It’s Okay That’s Love , and more!  (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid know...

This oppa has been in some of Susie and Lynn’s most beloved dramas, and one “never rewatch”! In this episode, they discuss Go Kyung Pyo’s roles in Reply 1988, Chicago Typewriter, Frankly Speaking, Strongest Deliveryman , and more. (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid kno...

It’s time for another Unnis Movie Night, this time focusing on the Wonderland starring Bae Suzy, Park Bo Gum, Jung Yu Mi, Choi Woo Shik and Tang Wei. Susie and Lynn discuss their thoughts on the film as well as favorite snacks! This discussion contains some plot spoilers of Wonderland. (0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup (34:10) - Wonderland synopsis and discussion (1:13:50) - Snack...

In a podcast first, the dramas discussed in this episode from acclaimed actress Park Eun Bin all receive high marks from Susie and Lynn! Among those featured are The King’s Affection, Do You Like Brahms?, Castaway Diva and Extraordinary Attorney Woo Young Woo. (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be reve...

Despite his youth, baritone-voiced oppa and his hair have been acting in dramas for quite a while. In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss Sung Joon’s varied roles in Hyde Jekyll Me, Shut Up Flower Boy Band, Island, Call It Love, and more. (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to...

Besides being one of the dads in one of your unnis’ favorite dramas ( Reply 1988 ), Sung Dong Il has played a variety of paternal and not-so-paternal roles over the years. In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss his performances in Hwarang, It’s Okay That’s Love , If You Wish Upon Me, Sisyphus: The Myth and others, of course including Reply 1988 . (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoile...

This unni has been featured in some of the most talked-about dramas of all time (and a few not-so-talked-about ones). In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss Kim Ji Won’s performances in My Liberation Notes, Descendants of the Sun, Queen of Tears, Fight for My Way, and more! (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor detai...

This oppa has been starring in dramas for over a decade, and among them are a couple of Susie and Lynn’s favorites (and not-so-favorites). In this episode, they discuss High Kick 3, Pinocchio, While You Were Sleeping, Romance is a Bonus Book , and more! (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. I...

It’s time for another visit into the realm of K-cinema with your unnis turning their attention to the historical drama, Boston 1947 (aka Road to Boston ). And as always: snacks! Please note: our movie reviews typically contain some spoilers. (0:00) - Intro, Jal Meogisseubnida, KDrama ketchup (45:30) - Discussion of Boston 1947 (1:10:00) - Snack corner (1:18:50) - Ask Susie Unnithing Here is an int...

From the truly despicable to the truly delightful, Kang Han Na has exhibited a wide range throughout her many drama roles. In this episode, Susie and Lynn discuss her work in Moon Lovers Scarlet Heart Ryeo, Rain or Shine, Familiar Wife, Start-Up and more! (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed....

This episode focuses on one of your unni Lynn’s favorite oppas, known to most KDrama viewers simply as Taecyeon. Susie and Lynn discuss his roles in Vincenzo, Save Me, Dream High, Heartbeat, and more! PLEASE NOTE: Our discussions of BLIND and VINCENZO contain significant plot spoilers! Proceed with caution if you have not seen these dramas and want to watch them in the future. (0:00) - Intro, Jal...

In this episode, Susie and Lynn turn their attention to one of Dramaland’s most memorable mothers and halmonis, Go Doo Shim! We discuss her work in Immortal Classic, Curtain Call, Our Blues, The Atypical Family, and more. (About SPOILERS: we try to avoid major plot spoilers in our discussions of different dramas, but inevitably some minor details will be revealed. If you want to avoid knowing abso...