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PODCAST

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast

Talking Korean dramas (K-dramas) and Taiwanese (Tw-dramas)! Join me for thoughtful chats about all things drama related including actors, romance, themes, social issues, cinematography, filming locations, popular culture and books & films that dramas reference. Fluent in Mandarin and learning Korean, I also translate some of the interviews and explain Taiwanese and Korean cultures :)

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All Episodes

55:08

Watch List Jul 2025: Law and the City, Head Over...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2025/07/28

Today Jen talks about 3 dramas on her current watch list for July. We discuss the beauty and depth of 'Law and the City,' a slice of life drama that follows the friendship and lives of 5 lawyers working in the Seocho law offices. We talk about how this series focuses not on episodic cases, but on the lawyers' experiences and feelings of working in a system that often asks them to make decisions against their own integrity and morals. We also talk about the supernatural teen highschool

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88:42

Focus on Lee Jae Wook: Dear Hong Rang, Alchemy of...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2025/05/10

Since it's Lee Jae Wook's birthday month, Jen is talking all thing Lee Jae Wook! We introduce him as a person and look closely at all his projects, including his debut project 'Memories of the Alhambra', our favourite series, 'Dodosolsollalasol' & 'Move to Heaven' and fan favourites such as 'Extraordinary You' and 'Alchemy of Souls.' Jen dissects a number of his dramas, films and cameos and shares lots of random facts about him (Did you know Lee

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65:45

Watch List Apr 2025: The Art of Negotiation,...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2025/04/20

Today Jen talks about all the dramas she's been watching in April (and before April as well!) We discuss the work drama, 'The Art of Negotiation,' and weigh up on where it sits against Lee Je Hoon's other projects. We also talk about 'Hyperknife' and how it's a character study of two brilliant but psychotic neurosurgeons. We also look at the series' less than satisfying ending, as well as the less than satisying endings of 'Buried Hearts' and 'The Scandal

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56:49

Watch List Mar 2025: The Potato Lab, When Life Gives...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2025/03/23

Today Jen talks about all the dramas she's currently watching in March. We discuss how subjective comedy can be and weigh up on the quirky humour in 'The Potato Lab'. We also peel back the bittersweet layers of 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' and discuss how cathartic this series is for portraying both the disappointments and joys of life. After this, we talk about the fun rom-com, 'My Dearest Nemesis' and it's insight into modern hobbies and gaming culture. We touch

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51:17

Kdrama Deep Dive: Love Scout [Eps 1-12] - Talking...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2025/03/02

Have you ever noticed that your secretary is not only handsome, but also perfect at his job? That's right! In this episode Jen talks about the gentle office romance series, Love Scout. We discuss how this is one of Lee Joo Hyuk's rare romance dramas. We also talk about how this drama flips a lot of gender and work stereotypes, as well as how it's a combination of 2 well loved genres: Office romance and slice of life. Opening and closing song credits: Massobeats - Lush

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87:50

Kdrama Chats: 25 Kdramas to watch in 2025 - Newtopia,...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2025/01/31

A late first episode of the year! Jen talks about 25 dramas to watch out for in 2025 (and does it in chronological order!) Find out all the dramas that are coming out from Fed til Dec 2025, including highly anticipated series such as: Melo Movie, The Potato Lab, 21st Century Prince's Wife and much more!Opening and closing song credits: Massobeats - Lush https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyQdjwNFTuI25 KDramas to watch out for in 2025The Scandal of Chun HwaNewtopiaMelo MovieMy Dearest NemesisThe

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59:17

K-Drama Chats: 2024 Kdrama Wrapped - 20 Kdramas that...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2024/12/31

It's the last podcast episode for the year! Jen talks about the 25 Asian dramas she watched this year, as well as the genres and actors she watched the most this year. She also highlights her best and worst dramas for 2024 and ranks all 20 of the K-dramas that she finished in 4 categories: Unsatisfying, Satisfying, Loved and Life Changing.Opening and closing song credits: Massobeats - Lush https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyQdjwNFTuI25 Asian Dramas in 20242024 KdramasMr PlanktonCinderella at

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45:05

Watch List Dec 2024: When the Phone Rings, The Trunk,...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2024/12/05

Today Jen introduces her first 'Watch List' episode where she talks about all the dramas she's currently watching. We talk about why 'When the Phone Rings' is such a Wattpad coded drama and look at why the romance characters in this drama are so popular. Next, we talk about 'The Trunk' and why it's a bit alienating for a Kdrama. We also discuss why 'Brewing Love' is such a positive series for promoting empathy. Finally, we throw back to the 2017 series,

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76:13

Deep Dive: Mr Plankton [Eps. 1-10] - Talking Family...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2024/11/25

Ever want to go on a roadtrip with your ex and fall in love again before it's too late? Today Jen talks about the heartwarming and heartbreaking drama, Mr Plankton. We discuss Hae Jo's bad boy trope and Jae Mi's quirky outcast trope. We remember the beautiful love story between Hae Jo and Jae Mi and disect the secret behind John Na's character. Jen also explains the complicated dynamics between Hae Jo and his father, who fans of Mr Plankton call "Darth Vader Daddy." Lastly,

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132:40

2023 Year End Review: 23 K-Dramas (& 1 Tw-Drama) I...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2023/12/31

Was 2023 a good K-Drama Year for you? What were your favourite and least favourite dramas? Today I talk about 23 K-Dramas I watched in 2023, discussing highlights for the year and critiquing K-dramas that could have been improved in some way. Listen as I discuss some of the biggest K-dramas for 2023 including Castaway Diva, The Good Bad Mother, Bloodhounds, Death's Game, The Uncanny Counter 2 and many more...In this episode, let's chat about these dramas (time stamps included):1. 2:37

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63:30

Heartbeat [Kdrama Episode 1-16]: Why this Ending...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2023/09/05

Are you hoping to find a love that will make your heartbeat? Would you sleep in a coffin for 100 years to meet them? Today I return to the podcasting world to vent about ending of Heartbeat, a Kdrama with an ending that broke my heart (and not in a good way!). We talk about why the ending sucked (pun intended!) and discuss wha mistakes studios, directors and writers continue to make with Rom Com Endings. We also talk about what makes a good sad ending .I also look at what Heartbeat does right:

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131:13

Extraordinary Attorney Woo Young Woo [K-Drama Eps...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2022/10/02

It's been awhile since Extraordinary Attorney Woo Young Woo has ended but do you still find yourself buying whale objects and looking at photos of Park Eun Bin & Kang Tae Oh? This week we talk about the last episodes in Extraordinary Attorney Woo Young Woo, particularly the lovely Episode 16. We also look in depth at the angst that fans have faced with 'shipping' the main couple 'TaeBin' in this drama. Finally, we talk about the possibility of a season 2.In this episode,

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53:57

Extraordinary Attorney Woo Young Woo [K-Drama Eps...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2022/08/10

Are you obsessed with whales, kimbap and Jun Ho? This week we talk about the highly popular and heart warming series, Extraordinary Attorney Woo Young Woo. I chat about the drama's impact in helping audiences to understand the experiences of those who live with Autism, as well as the joy the series has bought with it's portrayal of healthy romances and dashing, empathetic male leads.In this episode, let's chat about:1. The plot of the drama, Extraordinary Attorney Woo Young Woo

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57:15

Tomorrow [K-Drama Eps 1-16] Talking about Suicide,...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2022/05/26

You fall into a coma after rescuing a man trying to jump off a bridge and wake up to find yourself joining a team of Grim Reapers who save people's lives...That's right, this week we talk about the bittersweet drama, Tomorrow and look at all the tragic stories of each episodeTrigger Warning: This podcast episode will focus on a number of distressing topics including suicide, sexual violence, bullying and death. If you find these topics distressing, you may want to consider giving this

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59:21

Twenty Five Twenty One [Korean drama Eps 9-16]:...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2022/04/10

The year you turn 21, you start to drift away from your boyfriend and everything changes forever. This episode we talk about THAT ending for Twenty Five Twenty One. Were you upset by the ending? Did you think that the ending was too sad or unrealistic or too much of an open ending? While I would have have LOVED a conventionally happy conclusion to the story, I've given the ending a lot of thought and I think it's painfully beautiful and realistic. In this episode, we look at all the

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33:50

Twenty Five Twenty One [Korean drama Eps 5-8]:...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2022/03/10

The year is 1998 and you're starting to get a crush on the guy who's always there for you...But you're so jealous of all his ex-girlfriends! This week we're talking about Twenty Five Twenty One again! This drama is so beautiful in terms of the slow burn romances and so meaningful in terms the resilience we see being exercised in the face of adversity that we want to look more closely at all these themes and ideas.In this episode, let's chat about:1. Refreshing our memories on

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43:28

Twenty Five Twenty One [Korean drama Eps 1-4]:...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2022/02/28

The year is 1998, fall in love with fencing (and the cute guy who works at your local comic book store)... This week we're talking about charming nostalgia drama Twenty Five Twenty One, a series that looks at staying strong in the face of hard times. It's not only a drama with a strong spirited character and a cute impending romance, but also one where everyone is wondering what the future holds for the main character.In this episode, let's chat about:1. The fun plot and all the fan

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50:25

Rainless Love in a Godless Land [Taiwanese Drama Eps...

These Dramatic Days: A Kdrama & Asian drama Podcast ·

2022/02/02

Fall in love with the God of Rain and save humanity from the end of the world... This week we're talking about the meaningful Taiwanese drama, Rainless Love in a Godless Land. It's only 13 episodes, but has such a heartfelt storyline to invest in. And if you're confused about the ending, don't worry, I'll explain it to you...In this episode, let's chat about:1. The interesting plot2. The amazing all star cast including Joanne Tseng (Chiao Chiao) , Paul Fu (Fu Meng Bo), Alice

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