Kpop Call is a podcast where the host, Rachel, talks to non-kpop stan friends about current events in the kpop world and gets their unbiased thoughts and input on how it relates to our everyday lives!
Ep.5: Global & Korean Perspective on Idol Military Service Exemptions
Rachel talks to her college friend, Dongheon, about the ongoing conversation regarding male Idols and the military. Dongheon shares his thoughts as a Korean man and how he feels about the global fan perspective.
8 Dec 2021
Ep.4: Toxic Fans & Gatekeeping
In this episode Rachel talks with her dance friend Hailey about the toxicity that exists in many fandoms— both inside and outside of K-pop— and how frustrating the phenomenon of gatekeeping artists is, as it stunts the growth of the fan base and the artist.
22 Oct 2021
Ep.3: The Black Experience in Fandoms & Standoms
Rachel chats with her a long time friend from high school and college, Kyle, about their shared experience as black individuals in a society that shames their community for enjoying anything outside of the stereotypical “boxes” they’ve put them in.
22 Sept 2021
Ep.2: West Not Best
Rachel chats with her friend from grad school, Shalon, about BTS and ARMY’s experience within the western music industry when it comes to awards. Tune in to hear thoughts on xenophobia and elitism in the American music industry and more.
29 Aug 2021
Ep.1: Bangtan Stallions
Rachel chats with her sister Sarah about BTS collaborating with Meg Thee Stallion and the unwarranted controversy fans created. Tune in to hear thoughts on idol-infantilization, prejudice, unhealthy fan behavior in the kpop fandom and more.
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