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The K-Watch Party: A Korean TV Recap Podcast
The K-Watch Party: A Korean TV Recap Podcast

The K-Watch Party: A Korean TV Recap Podcast

Long-time friends Juliet and Leanne recap popular Korean and Japanese TV shows with their unique perspectives: Juliet, as a Korean-American and Leanne, as a Chinese-American.</p>Join them this season as they dish on Netflix's hottest Korean cooking competition show: Culinary Class Wars!</p>Previous shows they've recapped are Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE, The Boyfriend, Lovely Runner, Queen of Tears, Physical 100: Season 2, Single's Inferno: Season 3, Marry My Husband, The Devil's Plan, Love After Divorce: Season 4.</p>Expect a little humor, a little snark, a little NSFW, and a lot of fun!</p>Connect with us on Instagram <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/thekwatchparty/">@thekwatchparty</a></p>For advertising opportunities please email <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thekwatchparty@gmail.com">thekwatchparty@gmail.com</a></p>Youtube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheK-WatchParty">https://www.youtube.com/@TheK-WatchParty</a></p>Paypal: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://paypal.me/thekwatchparty">paypal.me/thekwatchparty</a></p>

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It’s finally time for the restaurant patrons to make their bids in Restaurant Wars -- by none other than mukbang content creators! Leanne and Juliet dive into the history of mukbang, exploring why the phenomenon is so disturbing and yet, so fascinating.

As the contestants are swiftly eliminated, the ladies discuss Chef Ahn Sung Jae’s cold-hearted judging and debate whether his criticism of Chef Edward Lee is justified.

You’ll hear about the career opportunity Juliet regrets missing and the co-hosts share the dish that symbolizes their life story arc.

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The competition is getting fierce and the claws are out! Leanne and Juliet debate whether Chef Choi’s approach to snatching all of the premium ingredients was a respectable move on a cooking show or poor form in front of junior chefs.

The ladies discuss their favorite convenience store foods in the States and Korea, and whether the black spoons have the upper hand because of their familiarity with convenience store foods.

Napoli Matfia’s shining dish and strategic approach is making him a standout - he’s clearly on both of these ladies’ minds!

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It's the Black Spoon Team versus White Spoon Team Showdown! The ladies discuss the tensions between the two teams -- highlighting the ego clash among the white spoon chefs contrasted with the seamless teamwork of the black spoons.

You’ll also hear about Leanne’s K-spa experience and her views on body cleansing, while Juliet issues a public apology to the BTS Army. The duo also discuss the scandal involving Triple Star (Kang Seung-Won).

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It’s finally time for the Black Spoons to face off against the White Spoons!

Leanne and Juliet discuss the standout contestants, the unique ingredients, the impressive production behind the show. They also explore the history of classism and hierarchy in both the kitchen and Korean culture, especially the challenges women face in becoming chefs.

The ladies also share their families' Halloween costumes this year -- hint: one is inspired by Culinary Class Wars!

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The fans have asked for Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars - and we HEARD! It’s only Korea’s hottest reality cooking competition, so of course Leanne and Juliet are jumping on the bandwagon!

In this episode, they dive into the show’s large-scale production quality of the show, the quirky personalities of the contestants, and the cultural significance behind the division of the black and white spoons.

The ladies also dish on their favorite meals from the competition, the most shocking eliminations and which contestants they’d “marry, f*ck, kill.”

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It’s down to the final choice and it’s time to say a tearful and cruel goodbye to the Dream Academy girls.

Leanne and Juliet discuss Lexie’s bad ass energy and why Manon is at the center of controversy again. Was Manon’s reckoning enough to win over these ladies' hearts? The co-hosts discuss the rationale behind the six girls that were ultimately chosen for KATSEYE and which choice was most shocking.

The ladies also discuss their personal resilience, the U.S. Surgeon General’s recent advisory on the impact of parenting on mental health and how that shows up in their lives. Plus, they tease the next show they’re considering for the next recap!

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The group has been made public as “Dream Academy” -- but Leanne and Juliet have much to say how it all went down!

Manon radiates MAIN CHARACTER energy, but why has she become the villain of the group? Leanne and Juliet dive into whether the Hybe x Geffen execs will reward hard work or let pretty privilege win.

Leanne and Juliet also discuss the underbelly of the kpop trainee world and how cutthroat the competition has become. They also go in-depth about trolls on the internet and the power of social media.

The ladies discuss new sunglass styles, which Dream Academy member they most relate to, and their favorite cake!

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Girls are judged for their singing, NDAs are broken, and Korean men sigh in disappointment.

Six new trainees arrive for Training and Development, and Leanne and Juliet pick their favorites. They also debate whether the Korean formula for K-pop groups will appeal to Western audiences and whether the group's marketing is aimed at women or men.

The co-hosts dive into the blood, sweat, and tears behind creating these pop groups and the admiration they have for the trainees.

Plus, the ladies discuss the Korean cooking reality show they’re obsessed with and their unexpected encounter with culinary fame.

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The ladies are starting a new reality show on Netflix: Pop Star Academy: KASTEYE. The series follows 20 contestants vying for a spot in a one-of-a-kind, six-member girl group, modeled after rigorous K-pop training programs. The group is a collaboration of two music powerhouses: Hybe x Geffen.

Leanne and Juliet discuss the history of Bang Si Hyuk, the co-founder and chairperson of Hybe (the recording label behind BTS), and the notoriously intense K-pop training programs. They also discuss how critique is handled between the Korean dance trainer versus the American trainer. Leanne and Juliet draw parallels to their own lives.

Also, the ladies are celebrating ONE YEAR of The K-Watch Party! Hear their reflections of the last year.

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Leanne and Juliet wrap up the final two episodes of The Boyfriend! The hosts discuss Gensei’s enduring selflessness, the mix of surprising and expected confessions, Alan’s empathy that unified the group, Ikuo’s bullishness, Tae Heon’s “nunchi,” and the ongoing drama from Shun and Dai.

Don’t miss Leanne’s mountain adventure with a shovel, and stay tuned until the end of the episode to find out which show the ladies will be recapping next.

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