Easy Korean with Yeoni Ssaem

Episódios

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  Episode 27. iPhone vs Galaxy in Korea: Who Uses What? 17.08.2026 5min

  In this episode, I talk about the different images of iPhone and Galaxy in Korea, why younger generations are drawn to Apple, how Galaxy is changing its image with phones like the Z Flip, and my own experience using both brands.You’ll also learn useful Korean expressions related to preferences, generations, lifestyle, and technology.What about in your country? Is iPhone or Galaxy more popular? And does the phone someone uses affect how people see them?I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.
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  Episode 26. Korean Bag Charms: Why Everyone in Korea Is Decorating Their Bags | Korean Listening Practice 10.08.2026 5min

  Why are bag charms suddenly everywhere in Korea?In this episode, we'll explore the latest Korean trend of decorating bags with keyrings, plush charms, and cute accessories. You'll learn why people don't carry many keys anymore, how the Korean slang 백꾸 (bag decorating) became popular, and how keyrings evolved from practical items into a way to express personality.I'll also share my own experiences living in London and collecting keyrings while traveling.I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.
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  Episode 25. Workation: Is It Really a Dream Lifestyle? | Korean Listening Practice 03.08.2026 5min

  Have you ever dreamed of working while traveling?In this episode, we'll explore workation—a lifestyle that combines work and vacation. You'll learn why workations have become increasingly popular in Korea, what they really look like beyond social media, and the benefits and challenges of working from a new city.I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.
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  Episode 24. A Fun Korean TV Show Recommendation: Please Take Care of My Refrigerator | Korean Listening Practice 27.07.2026 4min

  Looking for a fun Korean TV show to improve your Korean? In this episode, we introduce Please Take Care of My Refrigerator (냉장고를 부탁해), one of Korea's most popular variety shows. Find out how celebrities reveal their real refrigerators, why top chefs race to cook in just 15 minutes, and why this show is entertaining even if you're not interested in cooking. It's a great way to learn natural Korean and discover another side of Korean culture.
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  Episode 23. Boknal in Korea: Why Do Koreans Eat Hot Food in Summer? | Korean Listening Practice 20.07.2026 4min

  Why do Koreans eat hot chicken soup on the hottest days of the year? In this episode, you'll learn about Boknal (복날), Korea's traditional summer days, the meaning of Iyeol Chiyeol (이열치열), and why Samgyetang has become the famous summer dish. This episode is perfect for Korean learners who want to understand Korean culture while improving their listening skills.
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  Episode 22. Do You Like Ghost Stories? Korea's Summer Horror Culture | Korean Listening Practice 13.07.2026 4min

  Hey guys, it's Yeoni Ssaem!In this episode, I'm going to talk about ghost stories. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.안녕하세요. 한국어와 한국 문화를 사랑하는 여러분 여니쌤입니다.오늘도 함께해 주셔서 감사합니다. 잘 지내셨나요?오늘은 여름에 잘 어울리는 재미있는 이야기를 해보려고 해요.바로 귀신 이야기예요. 여러분은 귀신 이야기를 좋아하시나요?무서운 영화나 무서운 이야기를 좋아하는 사람도 있고 너무 무서워서 싫어하는 사람도 있죠.저는 사실 공포 영화를 잘 못 봐요. 보고 나면 밤에 혼자 화장실 가는 것도 조금 무섭더라고요.그래도 신기하게 무서운 이야기는 또 궁금해요. 여러분도 그런 적 있나요?무서운데 계속 보고 싶다 이런 기분을 느껴본 적이 있어요.한국에서는 여름이 되면 귀신 이야기나 공포 영화가 정말 인기가 많아요.왜 그럴까요? 옛날부터 사람들은 무서운 이야기를 들으면 등골이 서늘해진다고 생각했어요.서늘하다는 조금 차갑게 느껴진다는 뜻이에요. 무서운 이야기를 들으면 소름이 돋고 몸이 오싹해지잖아요.그래서 더운 여름에 무서운 이야기를 들으면서 더위를 잊으려고 했어요.그래서 한국에서는 여름마다 공포 영화가 많이 개봉해요.텔레비전에서도 무서운 특집 프로그램을 자주 했어요.요즘은 유튜브에서도 귀신 이야기나 괴담 영상을 쉽게 볼 수 있는 것 같아요.여러분은 귀신과 괴물의 차이를 아시나요? 귀신은 죽은 사람의 영혼이라고 생각하는 존재예요.반면에 괴물은 상상 속의 무서운 생물이에요. 예를 들면 좀비나 괴수 같은 것들이죠.한국 귀신은 보통 하얀 옷을 입고 긴 검은 머리를 하고 있는 모습으로 많이 나와요.혹시 이런 귀신을 본 적 있으세요? 아마 한국 공포 영화에서 봤을 거예요.사실 이런 모습은 전통 문화의 영향을 받은 거예요.옛날에는 흰 옷을 많이 입었고 장래와도 관련이 있어서 이런 이미지가 생겼다고 해요.한국에는 유명한 귀신 이야기가 많아요. 예를 들면 학교 귀신 이야기 밤이 되면 아무도 없는 학교에서 이상한 소리가 들린다거나음악실에서 피아노가 혼자 연주된다거나 거울 속에 이상한 사람이 보인다는 이야기가 있어요.이런 이야기를 괴담이라고 불러요. 무섭고 신기한 이야기예요.사실인지 아닌지는 모르지만 많은 사람들이 재미로 이야기해요.여러분은 귀신을 믿으시나요? 아니면 귀신은 없다고 생각하시나요?여러분 나라에도 유명한 귀신 이야기가 있어요. 오늘은 여름과 귀신 이야기 그리고 한국의 공포 문화에 대해 간단하게 이야기해봤어요.여러분은 무서운 영화를 좋아하시나요? 아니면 절대 못 보시나요?댓글로 여러분의 이야기를 들려주세요. 오늘도 제 팟캐스트를 들어주셔서 정말 감사합니다.다음에도 재미있는 한국 문화 이야기로 찾아올게요.여러분 안녕.
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  Episode 21. Adults Living with Their Parents? Korea’s Kangaroo Tribe 부모님과 함께 사는 성인? 캥거루족에 대해서 01.05.2026 10min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I’m going to talk about Korea’s Kangaroo Tribe. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.✅ You can find the script here.https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-21--Adults-Living-with-Their-Parents-Kor-K3K41YS2BC
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  Episode 20. Why Is Everyone Into Running These Days? 왜 요즘 사람들은 달리기에 빠졌을까? 02.03.2026 6min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I’m going to talk about running. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.✅ You can find the script here.https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-16-The-Dessert-Trending-in-Korea-Dubai-M4M61V8WG0
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  Episode 19. The Olympics in Korean 한국어로 듣는 올림픽 이야기 21.02.2026 7min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I’m going to talk about the Olympics. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.🍐You can find the script here.https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-18-The-Olympics-in-Korean-한국어로-듣는-올림픽-이야-A0A01UNY7X
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  Episode 18. My Reading Life 나의 독서 생활 13.02.2026 6min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I’m going to talk about my reading life and the kinds of books I enjoy. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.✨ You can find the script here.https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-16-My-Reading-Life-V7V21U5ZTD
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  Episode 17. 계획은 적는 순간 시작된다 A Plan Begins When You Write It Down 04.02.2026 4min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I’m going to talk about different ways to set New Year’s goals and how to realistically stick to them. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.🍀You can find the script here.https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-17--A-Plan-Begins-When-You-Write-It-Down-U7U51TLN82
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  Episode 16. 요즘 한국에서 유행하는 디저트, 두바이 쫀득 쿠키 The Dessert Trending in Korea: Dubai Chewy Cookie 21.01.2026 6min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I'm going to talk about Dubai Chewy Cookies, a dessert that is currently trending in Korea. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.🍐You can find the script here.https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-16-Hurry-Hurry-Culture-in-Korea-G2G51SPUHX
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  Episode 15. 한국의 빨리빨리 문화 Hurry-Hurry Culture in Korea 23.08.2025 5min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I'm going to talk about hurry-hurry culture in Korea. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.🍐You can find the script here.https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-15-Hurry-Hurry-Culture-in-Korea-O5O01K5LLH
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  Episode 14. 한국의 3대 이모님 Korea's 'Auntie' Appliances: Making life easier at home 09.03.2025 9min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I'm going to talk about three very special home appliances in Korea. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.🍐You can find the script on my blog.https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-14-Koreans-Auntie-Appliances-Z8Z01K5LHH
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  Episode. 13 한국인의 소울 푸드 Korean Soul Food: Comfort Dishes That Warm the Heart 06.02.2025 7min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I'm going to talk about Korean Soul Food. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.🍐You can find the script belowhttps://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-13-Korean-Soul-Food-Comfort-Dishes-That-Y8Y21K5KWF
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  Episode 12. What do Korean people do on Seollal? 29.01.2025 7min

  Hey guys, it's yeonissaem.In this episode, I'm going to talk about Seollal. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.🍐You can find the script belowhttps://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-12-What-do-Korean-people-do-on-Sellal-L4L21K5KKW
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  Episode. 11 한국인의 꿈 해몽 Dream Interpretation in Korean Culture 07.08.2024 6min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem.In this episode, I'm going to talk about the dream interpretation culture among Koreans. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning.🍐You can find the script below. https://ko-fi.com/post/Episode-11-Dream-Interpretation-in-Korean-Cultur-U7U61K5KPB
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  Episode. 10 한국의 장마 기간 The monsoon season in Korea 08.07.2024 6min

  Hey guys, it's yeoni ssaem. In this episode, I'm going to talk about the monsoon season in Korea. I'll discuss what the monsoon season is, when it occurs, and how it affects daily life. I’ll also share some tips on how to prepare for the rainy season and what challenges it brings. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning. 🍐You can find the script on my blog https://yeoni-korean.tistory.com/110 *사연신청 Form (Share your story) https://forms.gle/FAFXsnF3uFdxTR3j7
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  Episode. 9 드디어 첫번째 사연과 문화를 소개해 드려요. Let me introduce the first story and culture. 21.06.2024 8min

  In this episode, I'm going to talk about special days in Ukraine and share a story I received. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning. 🍐You can find the script on my blog https://yeoni-korean.tistory.com/108 *사연신청 Form (Share your story) https://forms.gle/FAFXsnF3uFdxTR3j7
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  Episode 8. 한국인들이 특별한 날 먹는 음식 Special foods Koreans eat on special occasions 08.05.2024 10min

  In this episode, I'm going to talk about special foods Koreans eat on special occasions. I hope this episode helps with your Korean learning. 🍐You can find the script on my blog https://yeoni-korean.tistory.com/107 *사연신청 Form (Share your story) https://forms.gle/FAFXsnF3uFdxTR3j7