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Unexplained Deaths of Expats in Korea
Episode 269
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Death is inevitable, but for many expats in Korea, the cause of death remains a mystery. In this episode, we delve into the unsettli…
1 year, 1 month ago
When Love Meets Politics | Fall of Joseon, part 14
Episode 268
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King Sukjong's reign, beginning at just 13 years old, was a turbulent time for Joseon, marked by power struggles, love affairs, and t…
1 year, 2 months ago
Tragic Ghosts
Episode 267
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What makes a ghost so moody, and why are some spirits bound to haunt the living with vengeance and sorrow? We explore the most tragic…
1 year, 2 months ago
Ask Us. We Dare You!
Episode 266
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What is something about Korea that’s overrated? Why is shamanism viewed so negatively? How has Korean changed since COVID? We took yo…
1 year, 2 months ago
Ghost Book Sneak Peek
Episode 265
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Shawn gives us a preview of his upcoming book about Korean ghost stories, encounters, and folklore.
Korea's #1 ghost and dark histor…
1 year, 2 months ago
Gwangjang Market: Secrets, Snacks, and the Shady Side of Seoul’s Most Famous Market
Episode 264
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Gwangjang Market is a street food paradise… but what’s lurking behind the bindaetteok stalls and mayak gimbap counters? In this episo…
1 year, 2 months ago
Boondoggles: Korean Grand Prix
Episode 263
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South Korea's hosting of the Formula One Grand Prix in Yeongam (2010-2013) was supposed to bring global prestige, but instead became …
1 year, 3 months ago
Strange Things Found on Naver Maps
Episode 262
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In this episode of The Dark Side of Seoul Podcast, we take a deep dive into the strange, unusual, and downright bizarre things we’ve …
1 year, 3 months ago
Joseon Korea vs. Qing China: A Kingdom Caught Between Loyalty and Survival | Fall of Joseon, part 13
Episode 261
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In this episode of The Fall of Joseon, we dive into the political turmoil and military invasions that rocked Joseon Korea in the 17th…
1 year, 3 months ago
Korean Tourism 50 Years Ago
Episode 260
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What was Korea like for tourists in 1975? In this episode, we explore the unique travel experience of that time, based on a fascinat…
1 year, 3 months ago