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Latest episodes

[NATURAL KOREAN] Episode 32. What Do Koreans Do in Autumn? | 한국의 가을에는 무엇을 할까요? 🍂

October 26, 2026 · 7 min

Autumn is a beautiful season in Korea, but what do Koreans actually do during this time of year? In this episode, we talk about autumn activities like enjoying colorful leaves, hiking, and eating seasonal foods. You'll also learn some…
[SLOW KOREAN] Episode 31. Why Do Koreans Take Off Their Shoes at Home? 👟 | 한국 사람들은 왜 집에서 신발을 벗을까요?

October 19, 2026 · 8 min

Have you ever wondered why Koreans take off their shoes before entering a home? In this episode, we explore the reasons behind this Korean custom, from traditional floor heating (ondol) to everyday habits and home etiquette. Do people take…
[NATURAL KOREAN] Episode 35. Why Do Koreans Say Couples Are “Roasting Sesame Seeds”? 😂

October 12, 2026 · 8 min

Have you ever heard a Korean say “깨를 볶다”? Literally, it means “to roast sesame seeds” — but Koreans also use it to talk about couples! 💕 In this episode, we’ll learn what 깨를 볶다 and 깨가 쏟아지다 mean, when Koreans use these expressions, and how…
[SLOW KOREAN] Episode 34. A Shark Appeared in Busan?! 🦈🇰🇷

October 5, 2026 · 9 min

A 3–4 metre shark recently appeared in a waterway at a park in Busan! 🦈🇰🇷 Instead of staying away, thousands of people went to see it, take photos, and even buy Jaws Bar (죠스바), a popular shark-shaped Korean ice cream. Sales of the ice…
[SLOW KOREAN] Episode 33. How Do Koreans Really Celebrate Chuseok? 🇰🇷

September 24, 2026 · 10 min

What is Chuseok really like in Korea? 🇰🇷 In this episode, we explore one of Korea’s biggest traditional holidays, from 송편 (songpyeon) and travelling home to see family to holiday gift sets and the famous “holiday questions” from…

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[SLOW KOREAN] Episode 32. Buying Korean Beauty Products? Go to Olive Young! 💄🇰🇷

September 21, 2026 · 8 min

If you love Korean skincare and makeup, you’ve probably heard of Olive Young (올리브영). In this episode, we talk about Korea’s go-to destination for beauty shopping, what you can find there, and why it’s a great place to discover the latest…
[SLOW KOREAN] Episode 31. Why Everyone Loves Daiso in Korea 🇰🇷

September 14, 2026 · 7 min

Need something in Korea? There’s a good chance you’ll find it at Daiso! In this episode, we explore why Daiso (다이소) is such a popular place to shop in Korea. Once known mainly for affordable household essentials, Daiso now sells…
[SLOW KOREAN]Episode 30. 숨듣명: The K-Pop Songs Koreans Secretly Love 🎧

September 7, 2026 · 6 min

What’s a song you love but feel a little embarrassed to admit? In Korea, there’s a word for that: 숨듣명, short for “a masterpiece you listen to in secret.” In this episode, we explore what 숨듣명 means, some K-pop songs associated with the…
[SLOW KOREAN] Episode 29. Would You Walk Across Korea? Korea’s “Gukto Daejangjeong” Challenge

August 31, 2026 · 9 min

Would you walk across Korea with a heavy backpack? 🎒🇰🇷 In this episode, we explore 국토대장정 (Gukto Daejangjeong), a long-distance walking challenge especially popular among young Koreans during summer break. We’ll also compare it with…
[SLOW KOREAN] Episode 28. Text Hip: Why Reading Is Cool Again in Korea 📚

August 24, 2026 · 8 min

Reading is cool again in Korea! 📚 In this episode, we explore “Text Hip (텍스트힙)”—a Korean trend where reading, writing, and sharing books have become a way to express your taste and personality. Is reading becoming trendy in your country…
[NATURAL KOREAN] Episode 27. iPhone vs Galaxy in Korea: Who Uses What?

August 17, 2026 · 6 min

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…
[NATURAL KOREAN] Episode 26. Korean Bag Charms: Why Everyone in Korea Is Decorating Their Bags | Korean Listening Practice

August 10, 2026 · 6 min

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…

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About the show

Learn Korean naturally with Yeoni Ssaem! Easy Korean is a listening-focused podcast for beginner and intermediate Korean learners. Each episode features clear, natural Korean about everyday life, Korean culture, useful expressions, and real conversations to help you build confidence step by step. 🎧 Improve your Korean listening 🇰🇷 Learn practical everyday expressions ✨ Discover Korean culture and trends New episodes every week. Subscribe and enjoy learning Korean with Yeoni Ssaem!