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Send us a Text Message.Prince Sado’s tale has been told through TV and film. Living in the 1700s, he got away with many killings and cruel acts. Yet there are others who say he himself was a victim. Listen as we delve into the life and legends
Send us a Text Message.Ghosts are everywhere, so they say. But perhaps no place in Korea is more haunted than Jeju Island. But these aren’t just ghosts. They’re goddesses. Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBoo
Send us a Text Message.Our Zodiac series continues! The timid sheep may be easily led but that doesn’t mean it’s unimportant. Just ask evil spirits.Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Sid
Send us a Text Message.We’re halfway through 2024 and stabbings have made the news far too many times. We’ll look at some of those stories from the past couple of years. Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook
Send us a Text Message.Last year, we made a video exploring a neighborhood slated for demolition. We held off on releasing it until now. Here’s the audio version. Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8E3tYvBY1IJoin our Patreon to get more stuf
Send us a Text Message.Korea can be a ton of fun, with its thousands of parks, facilities, restaurants, and pubs. But is it fun for everyone? Maybe not for those banned from entering these places. We explore segregation in Korea. Join our Patre
Send us a Text Message.We explore a few of the lesser known haunted claims from some of Korea’s most popular tourist sites.Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at
Send us a Text Message.Japan mounts its second invasion of Joseon Korea. Will the king again abandon his people? I think we already know the answer.Media recommendationSamuel Hawley’s Youtube series on the Imjin War (https://www.youtube.com/wat
Send us a Text Message.Part five of our series based on the book “Ugly Koreans, Ugly Americans,” where we explore more cultural differences and discuss them.Ugly Koreans, Ugly Americans: Cultural and behavioral differences between Koreans and A
Send us a Text Message.Our Zodiac series continues! The majestic horse plays a role in Korean folklore, from gods, ghosts, rituals, and even food! Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side
Send us a Text Message.Rites, charms, and ceremonies for ghosts and spirits have long been part of Korean folk traditions. But the times they are a-changin’. How are these old traditions done in the 21st century? Join our Patreon to get more st
Send us a Text Message.Ten years after the Sewol ferry disaster, how has South Korea changed? What surprising consequences sprouted from this tragedy?Danwon High School Memorial Classrooms WebsiteJoin our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreo
Send us a Text Message.We explore some cases of animals escaping, disrupting traffic, pooping on city streets, or worse - hurting people who got in their way.Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of Th
Send us a Text Message.Admiral Yi Sun Shin enters the stage with his rival Admiral Gwon Yul. Can Joseon officials suspend their factionalism to defend their kingdom? Well…Media recommendationSamuel Hawley’s Youtube series on the Imjin War (http
Send us a Text Message.Major changes are happening in Korean culture, population, and lifestyle. With the changes come a growing tragedy: people who die alone and long periods before the bodies are discovered. Join our Patreon to get more stuff
Send us a Text Message.While Joseon Korea officials bicker and backstab, Japan mounts an epic invasion. See King Seonjo run. Run, Seonjo, run!Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of S
Send us a Text Message.Our Zodiac series continues with snakes, their role in folk culture, and the snakes that inhabit Korea. PLUS Joe’s irrational fear of snakes.Media recommendations Ssssnake (1973)Stanley (1972)Snakes on a PlaneConan the Ba
Send us a Text Message.Con artists and scammers and hustlers, oh my! Korea has its fair share of these bloodsuckers, and many of them target you - expats and tourists! We highlight some of the worst. Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://pa
Send us a Text Message.Korea’s 300-year of rule by, of, and for the scholarly elite begins. But of course there must be intrigue, torture, and death. It’s the Joseon Dynasty.Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulB
Send us a Text Message.Questions from Instagram about Korean food, history, ghosts, and even skin care! We try to answer as many as we can in the only way we know how.Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a t
Send us a Text Message.Happy Year of the Dragon! We explore the powerful, determined creatures of myth found in Korean motifs, dreamlore, and spirituality. They’re also annoying jerks. Media recommendations (not really too many horror movie dra
Send us a Text Message.You got a new job. It’s time to renew your visa. You’re applying for permanent residency. It’s hardly ever fun, friendly, or smooth-sailing. We look at some experiences with the most annoying and frightening part of Korea
Send us a Text Message.We have some history and trivia about Korea’s “other” New Year holiday. Listen now.Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideo
Send us a Text Message.What did K-horror have on offer in 2023? And how is the domestic film industry doing? Joining us again to discuss all this is film critic and producer Pierce Conran. Pierce Conran https://twitter.com/pierceconranSouth Chi
Send us a Text Message.The Mighty Han River! The river is highlighted in Korea’s economic success: the Miracle on the Han. Its waters are also keepers of dark secrets of death and ghosts. Join our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/da
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