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What happens when you invite two drag queens onto a k-pop podcast? NSFW hilarity ensues. If it wasn't clear: this is an EXPLICIT episode, so please take caution in listening appropriately. :)We welcome on RuPaul Drag Race S11 contestant/winner, Kpop Drag Princess, Soju; and LGBTQ YouTuber, Relatable Queen, MilesJai as we play K-pop games and gain their takes on the current state of k-pop. Follow Soju:Twitter: twitter.com/shotwithsojuYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCS5IJsGKmsClqyMly6RzgAA/Shotwithsoju.comStan Miles Jai:Twitter: twitter.com/milesjaiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MilesJaiProductionsWatch Soju and Park Bom react to Bom's new MV: https://youtu.be/bPxRY9bf0WsThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/via__olitwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is an abbreviated conversation on what international K-pop fans should make from the developing Seungri scandal story. We invited a Korean Entertainment Reporter to provide her Korean-perspective on the current state of the hot issue. This episode was recorded on March 17, 2019.If you would like us to dive deeper into this topic or ask us questions, let us know on Twitter (@thekpopcast) or send us an email to kpopcastshow@gmail.com.The Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/via__olitwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Soyeon is great. We also listen to some of the noteworthy Hit Replays for this second week of March.HIT REPLAYS:- KEY 키 'I Wanna Be (Feat. 소연 of (여자)아이들)' https://youtu.be/_E5JtAcc3cY- WOOSEOK X KUANLIN(우석 X 관린) _ I'M A STAR(별짓) https://youtu.be/rwOIF79ui6U- Jus2 "FOCUS ON ME" https://youtu.be/uf27Hxrglrk- ROCOBERRY(로코베리), DOYOUNG(도영) _ Don’t say goodbye(헤어지지말아요, 우리) https://youtu.be/ezj4zIKjhQcListen to HIt Replays on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=3Wy6QXPGSTaD3AkXdjifhwThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Olivia_Veizastwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The NYC-based team of the Kpopcast, Ariana and Olivia, introduce the highly-anticipated Big Hit debut group TXT.HIT REPLAYS: - WENDY (웬디) - What If Love (Touch your heart)(진심이 닿다) https://youtu.be/jndwJe3KUDE- SUNMI (선미) _ 누아르 (Noir) https://youtu.be/CNeNwplE_awListen to Hit Replays on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=i5QBnx0lTYOXdPhTyGaNBAListen to the music on this episode:- NEEZGuitar's Cover: https://youtu.be/w80m73FdD0c- DooPiano's Cover: https://youtu.be/cAirCxUPEZY- LInker's Instrumental Remake: https://youtu.be/ZrJ1EYwvGCs- Mighty Rockster's awesome-per-usual cover: https://youtu.be/97wPDOGjPSAThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/via__olitwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Soyeon and (G)I-DLE come back in the latin-fused "Senorĩta" [sic] as a nefarious personification of Lady Luck. In this episode, we welcome Olivia to the Kpopcast team. Olivia has begun Kpopcast's social media and joins us to provide her thoughts. HIT REPLAYS: - Jason Derulo, LAY, NCT 127 - Let's Shut Up & Dance https://youtu.be/YBWgqb3KIeA- VAV(브이에이브이) Senorita https://youtu.be/umv7vZ4SmCc- 식케이(Sik-K) - ADDICT (Prod. Girlnexxtdoor) https://youtu.be/SOZd_ncy7Ig- SUV (신동&UV) '치어맨 (Cheer Man)' https://youtu.be/CaAAbDqmeyYListen to Hit Replays on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=vrFh7k9BTD-Azt5225OlOwListen to the music on this episode:- ShingGiWon's Piano Cover: https://youtu.be/AAMe_6UdJNI- La Thang's Guitar Cover: https://youtu.be/fsKWXXd_5xI- Might Rocksters' Rock Cover: https://youtu.be/cXvhp1vV4bEThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/via__olitwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopc

Listen to the hit replays for the second week of February 2019.Next week, we'll dive in Soyeon and her backup dancers for her comeback song.HIT REPLAYS:- TURBOY (털보이) - 38랜드 38LAND https://youtu.be/BLdvTuHEAdU- Red Velvet - Mr. E https://youtu.be/2zBxZksEFYY- 이달의 소녀 (LOONA) "Butterfly" https://youtu.be/XEOCbFJjRw0The Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Olivia_Veizastwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

ITZY make it clear that they cannot be held to the typical k-pop standards. With this debut, did ITZY succeed in showing us that they could be all things? Or were they masters of none?Hit Replays:- TAEMIN 태민 'WANT' https://youtu.be/-OfOkiVFmhM- Dreamcatcher (드림캐쳐) 'PIRI' (피리) https://youtu.be/Pq_mbTSR-a0- Hwa Sa / HWASA (화사) - TWIT(멍청이) https://youtu.be/Uu1KvQDDOogListen to Hit Replays on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=1bGqz8ToTDazd1byzL4cSgListen to the music in this episode: - Doo Piano's DALLA DALLA Piano Cover: https://youtu.be/AVv7XNQyzIU- Ace T's Fingerstyle Guitar Cover: https://youtu.be/dQNSK5Tp2DA- Mighty Rocksters' Band Cover: https://youtu.be/LebLWwVMIqIThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ariana, Jacques and PLo detail what K-pop listeners need to know about CLC's "No."Follow Jacques: twitter.com/arcadeyblogHit Replays: - OH MY GIRL(오마이걸) _ Remember Me(불꽃놀이) https://youtu.be/RrvdjyIL0fA- 베이빌론 (Babylon) - 라라라 (Feat.청하) https://youtu.be/Iiaktb1XQjI- ATEEZ(에이티즈) - ‘HALA HALA (Hearts Awakened, Live Alive)’ https://youtu.be/QbjmVyP9RFgListen to Hit Replays on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=duBkJmDvTpO0gUKAzuG5vAThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

ATEEZ is set to disrupt the current international crossover appeal for K-pop. Listen to Ariana, Michaela and Stephanie review ATEEZ' merits in this episode of the Kpopcast.Hit Replays: - 체리블렛(Cherry Bullet) _ Q&A https://youtu.be/5LCGn9UFNAY- BANG YONGGUK (방용국) - 히키코모리 (HIKIKOMORI) https://youtu.be/D6fe3Nqpw9M- 주노플로 (Junoflo) - Autopilot (Feat. BoA) https://youtu.be/0o-T2sGa9IUListen to hit replays on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=wfLJnPEgQDegCb8WjcyOWwListen to the music in this episode:- ATEEZ (에이티즈) - Treasure Piano Cover 피아노 커버 https://youtu.be/Naee8Njk5wc- ATEEZ - Say My Name | D3VOK Remix https://youtu.be/810d8tuy5Pw- YoungWoo Choi's [데일리기타] Say My Name - ATEEZ(에이티즈) 기타 커버(Guitar Cover) https://youtu.be/b2BZBAzMcP4- Eddie Kaba's ATEEZ - HALA HALA - [Instrumental] (Remake) https://youtu.be/n13MBTBDR3IThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See ac

Listen to this week's hit replays. We're getting ahead of ourselves so stay tuned for upcoming episodes on ATEEZ & CLC. Hit Replays:- Hyomin(효민) _ U Um U Um(으음으음) https://youtu.be/yDWei1-exJU- 풍경 (Scenery) by V of BTS https://soundcloud.com/bangtan/kimv01- ATEEZ(에이티즈) - '해적왕(Pirate King)' https://youtu.be/RqJ1rH9M5G0The Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're giving "Hit Replays" their own standalone show. This was a sudden last minute decision. Let us know what you think. For regular episodes, be sure to catch our last episode on Apink's "Eung Eung."Hit Replays:- LUNA 루나 '안녕 이대로 안녕 (BYE BYE)' https://youtu.be/leiLl603fvg- SoRi - 'I'm Ready (FEAT. JAEHYUN)' https://youtu.be/Y_2r0r1gnNY- ASTRO 아스트로 - All Night(전화해) https://youtu.be/ZEE1UC90I0oListen to hit replays on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=cf88Lne6RH6MZ3vXUfUTdQThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ariana and PLo explore the direction of Apink's new concept with select comments provided by Apink Panda JACQUES. Stan Jacques: twitter.com/arcadeyblogHit Replays: - TVXQ! 동방신기 'Truth' https://youtu.be/0-FgX8wLNzY- 청하 (CHUNG HA) - "벌써 12시 (Gotta Go)" https://youtu.be/HlN2BXNJzxAListen to hit replays on Spotify:open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=thpo1n4GQJaPZAM6B5eB-gListen to the music in this episode:- GiWon's Piano Apink %% piano cover: https://youtu.be/QibE8TO4yyU- FFGuitar's Eung Eung Guitar Cover: https://youtu.be/Qcd9S9ZSAGQ- Doo Piano's piano music covers: www.youtube.com/channel/UCNoN7dpdAlglcQWUn2pFjDAThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this unedited/unpolished episode series of K-pop Hot Issue, we discussed Jennie and Kai's new romance as confirmed by SM. Listen to the excellent "K-Poparazzi" podcast referenced in this discussion by Radiolab here: https://www.wnycstudios.org/story/kpoparazziThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net#kpopchat See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

K-pop, often known for its competitive rankings, is sometimes harder to rank among friends. Returning with its annual year-end episode, the Kpopcast presents notable trends, moments, honorable mentions and the top ten K-pop songs of 2018 to remember. As discussed on the show, the hosts were quite divided in their own rankings. Personal charts are available for your viewing pleasure on our website:https://kpopcast.net/2018/12/30/the-top-ten-k-pop-songs-of-2018/Consider subscribing to our podcast if you enjoyed this episode!The Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net#kpopchat See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ariana and Michaela represent the Kpopcast team as they walk through the staff and listener predictions for the coming year. Be sure to stay tuned for our fully-polished year-end episode!The Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net#kpopchat See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Red Velvet once again show us their vocal talent in "Really Bad Boy." Stephen Knight from The Kpop Unmuted Podcast joins the Kpopcast Crew to discuss.Hit Replays: - [EXID(이엑스아이디)] 알러뷰 (I LOVE YOU) https://youtu.be/SAdmzjsFVQo- Yubin "Thank U Soooo Much" https://youtu.be/eiCDZYdPmys- MINO(송민호) - ‘아낙네 (FIANCÉ)’ https://youtu.be/NY8VGNft-Zc- HYO & 3LAU 'Punk Right Now' https://youtu.be/ZOxlPu_rizUIndulge Rhodri by watching how Wendy created Christmas: https://youtu.be/SrzQk8moDaMReasons why Choi Mino is a predator: https://youtu.be/wLWIWZg1Xe4?t=37Listen to hit replays on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=sbfcIjvrRGWu-i3oZtlQywListen to Kpop Winter/Holidays/Xmas music: https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/3ztVTgPGELp9sz6QLwGw54?si=fW56tYdpQ-mYkRdniouX_gListen to the music in this episode:- Doo Piano's piano music covers: www.youtube.com/channel/UCNoN7dpdAlglcQWUn2pFjDA- Mighty Rocksters' awesome kpop rock covers: www.youtube.com/channel/UCYWx6BDM79tO

A video shows a side-by-side comparison between 2016 and 2018 performances of Jennie of Blackpink. YG allegedly takes the fan-made video down in a manual copyright request. Netizen response explodes. In this unedited K-pop Hot Isssue episode we discuss: - Is it our place to ask whether Jennie is lazy? - Is the fan reaction overrated?- Did YG censor the video? What control should a label have? The Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net#kpopchat See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A fairly SFW review of EXO's "Tempo."Hit Replays: - SAM KIM(샘김) _ Make Up (Feat. Crush)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1iFxWW_WjY- STRAY KIDS (스트레이 키즈) - 'N/S' (극과 극) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXFfIP3BTXQ- K/DA - POP/STARS (ft Madison Beer, (G)I-DLE, Jaira Burns)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOxkGD8qRB4Listen to hit replays on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=fPPcE9WkSHmLlZdJJK7JlAListen to the music in this episode:- Doo Piano's piano music covers: www.youtube.com/channel/UCNoN7dpdAlglcQWUn2pFjDA- Mighty Rocksters' awesome kpop rock covers: www.youtube.com/channel/UCYWx6BDM79tOcn3eNmUPtow/The Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net#kpopchat See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our raw, unedited, hot issue series we quickly react to current news and happenings in the world of kpop. In this episode, Ariana Michaela and PLo discuss San E's "Feminist" song and the ensuing rap battle from it.Articles/videos to read and watch:- San E - FEMINIST & 6.9cm Mansplained by a Korean (DKDKTV) https://youtu.be/HvrwpBRatho- Listen: Female Rapper SLEEQ Fires Back At San E’s “Feminist” With New Diss Track: https://www.soompi.com/article/1264935wpp/listen-female-rapper-sleeq-fires-back-san-es-feminist-new-diss-track- Listen: San E Replies To Jerry.K’s Diss Track With “6.9cm” https://www.soompi.com/article/1265065wpp/listen-san-e-replies-jerry-ks-diss-track-6-9cm-Jerry.K Directly Responds To San E’s “Feminist” With Diss Track “No You Are Not”: https://www.soompi.com/article/1264761wpp/jerry-k-directly-responds-san-es-feminist-diss-track-no-not- San E Posts Explanation Of His Song “Feminist” On Instagram: https://www.soompi.com/article/1265315wpp/san-e-posts-explanation-song-feminist-instagramTh

In our raw, unedited, hot issue series we quickly react to current news and happenings in the world of kpop. In this episode, Ariana and PLo discuss the political controversy over BTS Apparel.If you'd like us to dive deeper into this topic for a polished full-episode, let us know. Seperately, we have regular episodes in-development and will be publishing those shortly. Articles to read:- Tamar Herman's story on Big Hit's statement: https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/bts/8484710/bts-jimin-addresses-fans-tokyo-dome-allegations-mocking-past- Jeff Benjamin's story on the history of Japan-Korea relations as it relates to kpop: https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/k-town/8484226/bts-t-shirt-issue-japan-korea-kpop-history- Soompi's story on the t-shirt designer's statement: https://www.soompi.com/article/1260311wpp/designer-comments-btss-postponed-music-station-appearance-meaning-behind-t-shirtThe Kpopcast Crew:twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khantwitter.com/michaelajkpoptw