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AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives

Annyeonghaseyo! We’re three best selling American novelists who explore the wonderfully wacky world of K-Romance through a writer’s lens. We fangirl over our favorite characters, debate our favorite tropes, and nerd out through K-drama deep dives. Expect a few K-pop and K-skincare recs for good measure, because why not ride the Hallyu wave all the way to shore? So grab some Tteokbokki and listen to your new favorite unnis. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AfterNoonaDelightPodcast Love BTS? Visit

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67:23

Queen of Tears

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/08/07

At long last, Amy and Lia do a Queen of Tears deep dive! Join us as we gush over Kim Soo-hyun's emotional range, Kim Ji-won's fantastic performance, Park Sung-hoon's emotional boo-boos, and Kwak Dong-yeon as our Queen's Group MVP. Content warning for Lia talking about toes and--despite all our gushing--your noonas not giving QoT a spot in their top 25 despite some truly stellar performances. So let's get to it!Ready to download your first audiobook? Don't forget to click HERE for your free

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72:40

July Uncensored

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/07/31

Summer schedules have been keeping us apart, but your Afternoona hosts managed to reunite for an uncensored episode. What have we been watching? What are we looking forward to (hint: Jung Hae In)? What drama actors would Amy re-cast in a Twilight remake? Megan dishes on Rain and Uhm Tae-Goo. Which drama caused Lia to cry the most? What's one of our real life drama-tastic moments? Warning: Beware random moments of foot licking. Sorry (just kidding, not apologies). Ready to download your

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91:05

Death's Game: No Filler, All Killer

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/07/24

Sarah from AfterNoona Asks joins Megan in discussing Death's Game, which might have come out in January, but better late than never, right? We get into the many lives, excellent acting and...squelching. Megan also gives an alternative ending idea to an already well-plotted drama.Kpop Rec: Klaxon by G(I-DLE)Seo In Guk interview with Kim JiHoon and Kim Jae WookReady to download your first audiobook? Don't forget to click HERE for your free Audible trial.*Audible is a sponsor of Afternoona

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98:30

Summer Rogue Episode: Twinkling Watermelon with Amy,...

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/07/17

Your noonas are still going rogue, and this week Amy teams up with Grace and Sarah from Afternoona Asks to finally do a deep dive on Twinkling Watermelon! Join us as we gush over the drama that burrowed its way into all of our hearts and as we unanimously agree that we don't care how time travel happens or if it follows any rules...We just love that it happens! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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47:25

Summer Rogue Episode: Lia and Megan Take NYC

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/07/10

Your Afternoona's are in summer vacation mode...but don't worry, we won't leave ya'll hanging. In order to get some time off, but also keep content coming, we developed the concept of three summer rogue episodes. Each host will be in charge of one and can do whatever it is their little heart desires. Lia is up first. She brought in a very special, very non-secret guest...MEGAN. Why is her regular co-host a special guest? Because we recorded this show passed out on her hotel bed after

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93:09

Lovely Runner Deep Dive

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/07/03

Amy and Megan discuss 2024's Lovely Runner, a Kdrama with time travel, romance, and a serial killer. How can this not be a favorite? We get into what we liked, why Byeon Woo Seok is a new favorite Kdrama hero, and some fan theories that may or may not make sense. Either way, it's a fun one, so get into it with us!Kpop Rec: WORK by AteezReady to download your first audiobook? Don't forget to click HERE for your free Audible trial.*Audible is a sponsor of Afternoona Delight Podcast*Are your

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74:03

Afternoona Uncensored: Love Triangles

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/06/26

It's time for another Afternoona Uncensored, and today we're talking love triangles. Love 'em? Hate 'em? Hope they give you the best second lead syndrome? Plus, Megan admits she's never read or seen Twilight, and Lia and Amy are still deciding if the friendship can be salvaged. WE KID, folks. But also, weigh in--on K-drama love triangles, Twilight, and more!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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66:03

The Significance of Soju: How This Famous Spirit...

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/06/19

In the world of Korean dramas, you'll often spot a green-tinted bottle making frequent appearances - that's Soju, Korea's beloved spirit. Traditionally distilled from rice, Soju boasts a flavor profile reminiscent of vodka. These days, it comes in a variety of tantalizing flavors like strawberry and peach. Even celebrities are getting in on the action with endorsements with star-studded Soju ads featuring your favorite idols and actors. Tune in as Lia, Amy and Megan dive into ways this

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88:36

Marry/Mate/Murder: 2024 Edition

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/06/12

We are back with another edition of Marry/Mate/Murder among Kdrama characters. The last time we did this game was in 2021. Have our choices changed? Does Lia want Lee Rang to eat her liver? Can Amy choose who to murder between her time travel loves? Which serial killer does Megan want to mate? Listen and play along with us!Kpop rec: WOKE UP by XGSign Up for Our Newsletter!Want our thoughts on why everyone should watch I'm Not a Robot in a 500-word essay? More thinky and/or thirsty writer

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92:58

Trope Talk: Grumpy/Sunshine

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/06/05

All three noonas are back together this week for a trope talk on one of our favorites--Grumpy/Sunshine! Join as we comb through our backlists to see if we've ever written a grumpy/sunshine, as we discuss our favorite romantic and platonic grumpy/sunshine pairings, and for drama recs that use the trope well. Plus, we take it to the Patreon to hear some of their favorite drama characters who embody the trope perfectly.K-Pop Rec: Colors by SolarSign Up for Our Newsletter!Want our thoughts on

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77:23

A Man And A Woman

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/05/29

Join Lia and Special Guest Lexi as we do a dive deep into the 2016 South Korean film, "A Man and a Woman". Directed by Lee Yoon-ki (Love Talk, One Day), this spare and affecting story follows two individuals, both struggling with their personal lives, who find solace and unexpected love in each other. Starring Jeon Do-yeon and Gong Yoo, the film explores the complexities of human emotions, Gong Yoo's butt (sorry but let's be real... many people have checked out the movie for this reason),

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73:03

Afternoona Uncensored: Why Cliffhangers Keep Us...

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/05/22

On this month's Uncensored episode, Megan and Lia touch on cliffhangers--a tried-and-true narrative technique that writers use to keep their audience on the hook. It's all about creating suspense and leaving the story unresolved at a pivotal moment, making readers itching to know what happens next. Writers employ cliffhangers strategically, often at the end of chapters, episodes, or installments, to maintain audience interest in continuing on.Cliffhangers come in many forms, from surprising

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86:49

Character Likability

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/05/15

Today we're talking about what makes a fictional character likable, unlikable, and everything in between. Is there such thing as a universally likable character? How do our own internal biases affect our judgment of whether or not a character is likable? And can an unlikable hero or heroine redeem themselves to become likable in the end? Join us for a great discussion, and special shout out to patron Katie for today's show idea!Book with Author's Note about the Romance GenreHello Stranger

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106:26

Kdramas and Tropes Chat: Interview with Jennifer...

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/05/08

On today's episode, we welcome USA Bestselling Author Jennifer Blackwood as we talk about her first foray into Kdramas. After giving her a few options, she chose to watch a listener favorite--Semantic Error. We chat about her observations on her first Kdrama and her favorite tropes. We also get into some author antics of our past, including how Megan ruined Lea's Uber rating. It's a long one, so grab a snack and settle in!Check out Jennifer and her books at

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64:01

Something In The Rain

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/05/01

Join Lia, Sarah (Afternoona Asks/Kdrama This) and Megan (Afternoona Army) for a deep dive in the 2018 drama Something In The Rain (aka Pretty Noona Who Buys Me Food) starring Jung Hae-in and Son Ye-jin. This drama is about a thirty-something woman (whose routine has gotten stale) and the romance she strikes up with her little brother's best friend. This is a heart-felt slice of life where characters grapple with taboos, misogyny, desire (in lovers, life, the universe, and everything) and a

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84:08

April Afternoona...Uncensored? Afternoon Check-In?...

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/04/24

Happy Wednesday, everyone! We're back with another Afternoona Uncensored...or maybe it's Afternoona Check-in? Your noonas can't decide. Maybe you have a better name for it? If so, let us know! This week we discuss drama retellings, K-drama slumps, how we can still love a drama even if the ending doesn't stick the landing, and lots more!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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77:39

Love to Hate You Deep Dive

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/04/17

In today's episode, we review Love to Hate You, a 2023 rom com that stole our hearts. We talk about why the heroine is for the girls, why Yoo Teo is a favorite mature hero, and why we love this mature, sexy romance. We also discuss the latest Baeksang nominees.Kpop rec:Midas Touch by Kiss of LifeBaeksang nominees: https://www.soompi.com/article/1653702wpp/60th-baeksang-arts-awards-announces-nomineesSign Up for Our Newsletter!Want our thoughts on why everyone should watch I'm Not a Robot in

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101:47

Beyond the Laughs: An Exploration of the Rom-Com

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/04/10

Romantic comedies, aka rom-coms, have long been a beloved staple in the world of romance storytelling. But what exactly defines a rom-com, and what is the secret sauce that makes them so irresistible? It's not all that straight forward.In this podcast, we'll dive into the world of romcom, exploring defining characteristics, the tropes and clichés that keep us coming back for more. So, whether you're a die-hard fan of Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks' classic on-screen chemistry, or you fell head over

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81:36

Afternoona Check-in: Chicken Nugget

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/04/03

We're back for another Afternoona Check-in...this time the conversation revolves around about Chicken Nugget-the 2024 drama airing on Netflix where a woman turns into...wait for it...a chicken nugget. Now it's up to her dad and his employee (who has a giant crush on her) to try to turn her back into a real live person. Two of your hosts took a bite and decided it wasn't to their taste after one episode. But one sat down and ate the entire thing and has no regrets. Who was who? Tune in to

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86:51

Marry My Husband

AfterNoona Delight: KDrama Dishing and Deep Dives ·

2024/03/27

We are missing Lia this week, but that means we (Megan and Amy) get to talk about a drama we both loved, Marry My Husband. Join us as we discuss why we like revenge stories, what makes a great villain, and how the white truck of doom works best when there is urgency rather than time to grab a latte before your imminent demise. Also, midway through the show Amy and Megan have a revalation on how they could have and should have sold this drama to Lia. Let us know what you think!K-Pop Rec:

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