Stay current, improve Korean faster! Welcome to Slow Korean – the podcast made just for Korean learners (Intermediate Level)! We cover the hottest topics and must-know essentials to help you level up your Korean skills. Each episode is spoken at a slightly slower pace, giving you the perfect opportunity to sharpen your listening. Plus, with PDF transcripts available, you’ll improve not only your listening but also your reading, vocabulary, grammar, and cultural knowledge. This is exactly what you’ve been looking for to take your Korean to the next level!

Slow Korean
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Podcast Overview
Stay current, improve Korean faster! Welcome to Slow Korean – the podcast made just for Korean learners (Intermediate Level)! We cover the hottest topics and must-know essentials to help you level up your Korean skills. Each episode is spoken at a slightly slower pace, giving you the perfect opportunity to sharpen your listening. Plus, with PDF transcripts available, you’ll improve not only your listening but also your reading, vocabulary, grammar, and cultural knowledge. This is exactly what you’ve been looking for to take your Korean to the next level!
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Recent Episodes

February 13, 2025
밸런타인데이
<p>Did you know that Valentine’s Day in Korea is celebrated differently from many other countries? In this episode, we’ll explore the origins of Valentine’s Day (it wasn’t romantic at all!) and how & why Korea celebrates Valentine’s Day differently. Curious about the hidden story behind this romantic day? Tune in now! 🎧✨</p><p><br></p><p>Want to take your Korean learning further?</p><p>Free Download: Transcript & Fill-in-the-blank worksheet</p><p><a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/kimexplainskorean/e/372971" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://buymeacoffee.com/kimexplainskorean/e/372971</a></p><p><br></p><p>You can also watch this episode (transcript along) on my YouTube.</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/KRuVfph0KwA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://youtu.be/KRuVfph0KwA</a></p>

January 23, 2025
혼밥, 혼술, 혼행
<p>Why have terms like ‘혼밥’ (eating alone), ‘혼술’ (drinking alone), and ‘혼행’ (traveling alone) become so common in Korea? In this episode, we dive into the background of these trends and explore the appeal of doing things solo in a rapidly changing society.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Want to take your Korean learning further?</p> <p>Free Download: Transcript & Fill-in-the-blank worksheet</p> <p><a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/kimexplainskorean/e/363111" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://buymeacoffee.com/kimexplainskorean/e/363111</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p> You can also watch this episode (transcript along) on my YouTube.</p> <p><a href="https://youtu.be/_iPIpL7jBhk" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://youtu.be/_iPIpL7jBhk</a></p>

January 9, 2025
오징어 게임
<p><strong>Squid Game: Nostalgia, Survival, and Global Phenomenon</strong><br />In this episode, we dive into the captivating world of Squid Game—why it became a global sensation, the nostalgic childhood games that made it so special for Koreans. Tune in for cultural insights!</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Want to take your Korean learning further?<br /><strong>Free Download:</strong> transcript & fill-in-the-blank worksheet</p> <p><a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/kimexplainskorean/e/355998" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://buymeacoffee.com/kimexplainskorean/e/355998</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p> You can also <strong>watch this episode (transcript along) </strong>on my YouTube.</p> <p><a href="https://youtu.be/o5KiTpxq2-8" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://youtu.be/o5KiTpxq2-8</a></p>
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