Podcast Episodes
Back to Search#52: Korean Writing Expressions Koreans Actually Use in Reports (That TOPIK Loves)
Episode 52
Do you freeze when you see a chart or graph in the TOPIK II Writing section? đ°
Youâre not alone! Many learners repeat basic words like ë§ë¤ and ě ë¤ â butâŚ
11Â months, 2Â weeks ago
#51: The #1 Mistake in TOPIK II Writing (and How to Fix It)
Episode 51
Are you losing valuable points in your TOPIK II Writing section without even realizing it? Youâre not alone. In this episode, Eliza breaks down the #âŚ
11Â months, 3Â weeks ago
#50: Speak More Korean - Even If Youâre Busy (Chuseok Edition)
Episode 50
Chuseok (ěśě) is here and whether you're in Korea or not, this season is a reminder that life gets busy.
 But does that mean your Korean practice has tâŚ
1Â year ago
Bonus: Korean Roleplay Chaos - My First Day at Work Went Terribly Wrong (Korean Roleplay)
Episode 49
In this fun bonus episode, Eliza and Jim Figueroa dive into a totally unscripted roleplay thatâs full of surprises, real emotions, and natural KoreanâŚ
1Â year ago
#49: Paranoia, Conflict, and K-Drama Phrases: Language Lessons from They Come in Peace
Episode 49
Want to watch this conversation?
We recorded the full interview on video - catch it here: https://www.joaacademy.com/jim-figueroa-korean-culture-inteâŚ
1Â year ago
#48: 5-Minute Korean Habits That Actually Work
Episode 48
What if just 5 minutes a day could completely shift how you speak Korean?
This week on TOPIK & Beyond, weâre breaking down the tiny daily habits that âŚ
1Â year ago
#47: Are You Using Korean or Just Learning It?
Episode 47
Many learners are studying a lot⌠but when itâs time to speak?
>> Their brain goes blank.
>> Their mouth doesnât move.
In this weekâs episode, weâre shiâŚ
1Â year, 1Â month ago
#46: Back to Korean â How to Reset After Summer (Even If You Feel Behind)
Episode 46
Back to school.
Back to work.
Back to Korean.
If youâve taken a break over the summer â or if youâre feeling a little behind â this episode is for you.
EâŚ
1Â year, 1Â month ago
#45: How to Practice Real Korean: From Hesitation to Confidence
Episode 45
Youâve studied vocabulary.
 Youâve memorized grammar.
 But speaking still feels awkward... and confidence? Still missing?
This episode is for you.
Weâre âŚ
1Â year, 1Â month ago
#44: What I Wish Korean Learners Knew Before They Hit B1
Episode 44
You've studied for a while.
 You're not a beginner anymoreâŚ
 But real conversations still feel hard, and your confidence wavers?
Youâre not alone and yoâŚ
1Â year, 1Â month ago