SpongeMind Podcast
A bilingual podcast to make your language learning an inspired journey 여러분의 언어습득 과정에 힘을 드리고자 만드는 이중언어 팟캐스트입니다. Many of the episodes come with the transcript and translations. 많은 방송편들은 받아적고 해설한 자료가 제공됩니다.
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3-Step Listening #3 - Smoking like an Adult
Make the story a comprehensible input by listening to it in three steps!
Step 1 - Listen to the story with some English words mixed in.
Step 2 - Listen to the same story 100% in Korean (slowly narrated).
Step 3 - Listen to it at a natural speed.
3-Step Listening #2 - Cleaning Eyeglasses
Make the story a comprehensible input by listening to it in three steps!
Step 1 - Listen to the story with some English words mixed in.
Step 2 - Listen to the same story 100% in Korean (slowly narrated).
Step 3 - Listen to it at a natural speed.
083 How Koreans Greet One Another
In today’s episode, we are going to learn about common greeting gestures Koreans use and also common greeting words. And, in case you need them, cheesy pick-up lines in Korean,
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 느끼하다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 인사; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 시각 차이
083 How Koreans Greet One Another (English)
In today’s episode, we are going to learn about common greeting gestures Koreans use and also common greeting words. And, in case you need them, cheesy pick-up lines in Korean,
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 느끼하다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 인사; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 시각 차이
Sponge Quiz 3 - Cooking Ingredients
It's Sponge Quiz Time! Five questions and five answers, all in Korean. Once you are done, PLEASE LISTEN TO THE WHOLE THING AGAIN for deeper listening. In other words, listen to the descriptions and clues again while knowing all the answers.
3-Step Listening #1 - Egg Rice
Make the story a comprehensible input by listening to it in three steps!
Step 1 - Listen to the story with some English words mixed in.
Step 2 - Listen to the same story 100% in Korean (slowly narrated).
Step 3 - Listen to it at a natural speed.
Jonson's TMI - 학년 (Sponge Loop 42)
Sponge Loop is a collection of Korean stories for Korean listening practice. To get the free transcripts and translations for Sponge Loops, please go to http://spongemind.org
-Created by SpongeMind
Sponge Quiz 2 - Sports
The category for the second episode of Sponge Quiz is... sports. Five questions and five answers, all in Korean. Once you are done, PLEASE LISTEN TO THE WHOLE THING AGAIN for deeper listening. In other words, listen to the questions and clues again while knowing all the answers.
082 Where is the trash can?
If you want to tell someone “You crossed the line” in Korean, there is the perfect expression for that. And you can use it for other things too, which makes it a very useful idiom. In addition to that, we are going to discuss why you see very few trash cans on Korean streets. And then a few words about Donald Trump…
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 막 나가다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 한국
082 Where is the trash can? (English)
If you want to tell someone “You crossed the line” in Korean, there is the perfect expression for that. And you can use it for other things too, which makes it a very useful idiom. In addition to that, we are going to discuss why you see very few trash cans on Korean streets. And then a few words about Donald Trump…
Jonson's TMI - 억울한 음식 (Sponge Loop 40)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in a simple, colloquial speech style.
Sponge Quiz 1 - Animals
Today, we are starting a new series called Sponge Quiz! We pick a category and give you 5 questions in it. And you try to answer them in Korean. Once you are done listening to the episode, please listen to it again, this time with the answers already known to you. I promise it's this second listen that will give you an amazing learning experience.
The category we cover for the very first Sponge
081 A Real-Life Korean Superhero
Let’s say there is someone who killed another human being. You would probably call that person a murderer. Well, there is someone who assassinated a person and almost every Korean regards him as a hero because of that act. And the reasons for it have everything to do with the historical context in which he did what he did. Let’s find out more about this man.
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오
081 A Real-Life Korean Superhero (English)
Let’s say there is someone who killed another human being. You would probably call that person a murderer. Well, there is someone who assassinated a person and almost every Korean regards him as a hero because of that act. And the reasons for it have everything to do with the historical context in which he did what he did. Let’s find out more about this man.
080 Korean Weddings
What is a typical Korean wedding really about? Is it about showing respect to the elders? Or making the bride and groom do something uncomfortable in public? Or chasing away evil spirits? Well, we’re going to lay it all out in this episode. Oh, and we are also going to cover this Korean expression you can use when you almost have a “heart attack”.
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 심쿵
080 Korean Weddings (English)
What is a typical Korean wedding really about? Is it about showing respect to the elders? Or making the bride and groom do something uncomfortable in public? Or chasing away evil spirits? Well, we’re going to lay it all out in this episode. Oh, and we are also going to cover this Korean expression you can use when you almost have a “heart attack”.
079 How does he taste?
You have a romantic feeling toward someone and want to know if he or she is also into you. Or you are a baseball pitcher and want to know what kind of pitch the batter is waiting for. Then what you have to do is to “taste them” first. Let’s learn how to say it in Korean. And let’s also learn what to bring when you visit your Korean friend’s place for the first time.
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Summary of the Episode: Secti
079 How does he taste? (English)
You have a romantic feeling toward someone and want to know if he or she is also into you. Or you are a baseball pitcher and want to know what kind of pitch the batter is waiting for. Then what you have to do is to “taste them” first. Let’s learn how to say it in Korean. And let’s also learn what to bring when you visit your Korean friend’s place for the first time.
078 I hope you get screwed
Is there someone you really, really don’t like? And you don’t mind offending them in their face? Then this expression will do the job. Oh by the way, Eunice is back! She felt like her “rice bowl” was threatened so she agreed to come back to the show.
078 I hope you get screwed (English)
Is there someone you really, really don’t like? And you don’t mind offending them in their face? Then this expression will do the job. Oh by the way, Eunice is back! She felt like her “rice bowl” was threatened so she agreed to come back to the show.
x20 Reps - 조용히 녹이기 (Sponge Loop 14)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #14 조용히 녹이기.
Jonson's TMI - 입다 (Sponge Loop 39)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in a simple, colloquial speech style.
Jonson's TMI - 운전할 때 하는 일 (Sponge Loop 38)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in a simple, colloquial speech style.
Jonson's TMI - 아침식사 (Sponge Loop 37)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in a simple, colloquial speech style.
Jonson's TMI - 개털 (Sponge Loop 36)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in a simple, colloquial speech style.
Jonson's TMI - 유별난 음악듣기 (Sponge Loop 35)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in a simple, colloquial speech style.
Jonson's TMI - 유발 하라리 (Sponge Loop 34)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in a simple, colloquial speech style.
Jonson's TMI - 이불 두께 (Sponge Loop 33)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in a simple, colloquial speech style.
077 What is YouTube doing to us?
With our special guest Taewoong, we take a deep dive into the world of YouTube. Why do we watch it? And why do we upload videos to it? And lastly, why Google offers it for free? And how is it related to car-sickness?
077 What is YouTube doing to us? (English)
With our special guest Taewoong, we take a deep dive into the world of YouTube. Why do we watch it? And why do we upload videos to it? And lastly, why Google offers it for free? And how is it related to car-sickness?
x20 Reps - 그냥 사람 (Sponge Loop 13)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #13 그냥 사람.
x20 Reps - 같은 배 (Sponge Loop 12)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #12 같은 배.
Jonson's TMI - 하이킹 (Sponge Loop 32)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)
Jonson's TMI - 집청소 (Sponge Loop 31)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)
Jonson's TMI - 안경 닦기 (Sponge Loop 30)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)
x20 Reps - 딱 두가지 (Sponge Loop 11)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #11 딱 두가지.
076 Why do we work?
Our special guest Taewoong and Jonson take a deep dive into the topic of… WORK. We first cover three Korean words that mean “work” and how they are different from one another. Then we also talk about the pros and cons of having only one job vs. multiple. Lastly, we discuss the meaning of work, essentially the reasons why we work.
076 Why do we work? (English)
Our special guest Taewoong and Jonson take a deep dive into the topic of… WORK. We first cover three Korean words that mean “work” and how they are different from one another. Then we also talk about the pros and cons of having only one job vs. multiple. Lastly, we discuss the meaning of work, essentially the reasons why we work.
075 Comprehensible Input Korean
We have a special guest named Tae-Woong today. He runs a YouTube channel called 'Comprehensible Input Korean' which teaches Korean in a very interesting, yet highly effective way. He talks about why he started the channel and also his ambition to change the landscape of the language teaching business.
075 Comprehensible Input Korean (English)
We have a special guest named Tae-Woong today. He runs a YouTube channel called Comprehensible Input Korean which teaches Korean in a very interesting, yet highly effective way. He talks about why he started the channel and also his ambition to change the landscape of the language teaching business.
Jonson's TMI - 크리스마스 장식 (Sponge Loop 29)
An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)
074 정
Does it mean love? Or attachment? Or heart? The Korean word 정 is not only hard to translate but also hard to explain. So in this episode, we are going to take a deep-dive and discover its core meaning. We are also going to wrap up the discussion on gratefulness (or the absence of it).
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Episode Summary: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 정; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 한복; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 감사하는 마음
073 좀 그래
There is an interesting phrase that Koreans use to express their displeasure. And it consists of surprisingly basic vocabulary! We are also going to talk about how Koreans treat dogs changed over time.
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Episode Summary: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 좀 그렇다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 반려견 문화; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 감사하는 마음
072 두루마리 휴지
Today’s episode is all about butt-wiping, or toilet paper. There are a few ways it’s used in Korea that Westerners might find bizarre. Some might find them gross, but YOU might find them fascinating. We are also going to tell you how a roll of toilet paper can wish someone good fortune in Korea. And for the Deep Talk segment, we are going to start covering a new topic: the art and anatomy of grate
070 사투리
사투리 means “dialects” in Korean. There are many 사투리 in Korea, and some of them have social and cultural significances. We will explore the world of 사투리 from these perspectives. We also cover three most important factors in human relationships by sharing the difficulties we had with our marriage and how we overcame them.
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Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 손이 가다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기)
069 Trot Night
There is this music genre popular in Korea that’s more Korean than K-Pop, K-Ballads, K-R&B and things like that. Eunice and Jonson talk about what it is and its place in the Korean society. They also discuss probably the most important aspect of our lives, human relationships.
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Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 마음; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 트로트; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 인간관계
068 You Disappoint Me
There is a Korean expression that Koreans use to express their disappointment… or sadness. But it’s used differently from the way the words “disappointed” or “sad” are used in English. You will have a clear idea how it works once you listen to this episode. And we are also going to find out why you rarely see kids at playgrounds in Korea.
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Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 섭섭하다; Sect
067 Plastic Surgery in Korea
In this episode, Eunice and Jonson talk about how Koreans say “OK, Boomer”. They also talk about the culture and trends around plastic surgery in Korea, and what pushes Korean girls into going under the knife.
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Summary of the Episode:
Segment 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 꼰대
Segment 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 성형수술
Segment 3 (깊은 얘기) = 직업
066 The Tea That Once Ruled Korea
What’s the Korean idiom for “bad influence”? And what’s up with that gold colored tea that almost every Korean restaurant serves for free? We are going to cover it all in this episode!
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Summary of the Episode:
Segment 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 물들다
Segment 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 보리차
Segment 3 (깊은 얘기) = 직업
065 My Ears Are Itching
In this episode, Eunice and Jonson discuss the English education in Korea and how it changed over time… and what it means in Korean social life when your ears start getting “itchy”.
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 귀가 가렵다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 한국의 영어교육; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 소비 문화
064 Why is Korea called Korea?
When Koreans say you have big hands, it sometimes has nothing to do with the body parts attached to your arms. It is an expression and it’s used when… well, you are going to find out from this episode. Oh and also how the name “Korea” came about.
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 손이 크다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 코리아 라는 나라 이름의 유래; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 소비문화
063 You Have Thin Ears
Eunice and Jonson talk about the expression Koreans use to describe someone who gets swayed by others too easily. They also talk about how our feeling and mood can change from moment to moment and how it impacts us.
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 귀가 얇다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 부대찌개; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 성격
062 Food Sharing Culture
Koreans love sharing their food…but not always. And maybe not anymore, at least for certain kinds of food. In this episode, Eunice and Jonson discuss the food sharing culture in Korea and how it changed over time.
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 꼬리를 내리다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 음식 나눠먹기; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 성격
061 Military Culture in Korea
Almost every Korean male has to serve in the military, and as a consequence, military culture permeates the entire Korean society. In this episode, Eunice and Jonson discuss the military culture in Korea as well as important military lingo commonly used by Koreans.
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 거품 물다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 한국의 군대 문화; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 성격
060 철가방 아저씨
Let us tell you about the fascinating food delivery culture in the old days in Korea. Oh and about this thing that you’d have to do for your friends if you won a lottery in Korea.
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 한턱 내다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 한국의 배달문화; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 건강
059 시원하다
Did you know there’s one Korean word that can be used for both cold water and hot soup? Or Korean professional baseball was first created for a political reason? Or orange juice is actually bad for you?
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 시원하다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 프로야구; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 건강
058 제 와이프를 소개합니다
SpongeMind Podcast is back, with a new regular guest! Jonson and Eunice, his lovely wife, are going to give you many fun conversations about Korean language and culture.
Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 밥; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 단군 이야기; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 건강
071 뿅 간다
You may know how to say “I like it” in Korean. You may even know how to say “I love it”. But do you know how to say “I’m crazy about it”? Well, you will find out in this episode. We are also going to talk about how Japanese anime acquired a following among Korean kids to a religious fervor and how it still influences our culture.
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Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 뿅 간다; Section 2 (재미
074 정 (English)
Does it mean love? Or attachment? Or heart? The Korean word 정 is not only hard to translate but also hard to explain. So in this episode, we are going to take a deep-dive and discover its core meaning. We are also going to wrap up the discussion on gratefulness (or the absence of it).
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Episode Summary: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 정; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 한복; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 감사하는 마음
x20 Reps -김치에 대한 재미있는 사실 여섯개 (Sponge Loop No. 28)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #28김치에 대한 재미있는 사실 여섯개.
073 좀 그래 (English)
There is an interesting phrase that Koreans use to express their displeasure. And it consists of surprisingly basic vocabulary! We are also going to talk about how Koreans treat dogs changed over time.
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Episode Summary: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 좀 그렇다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 반려견 문화; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 감사하는 마음
072 두루마리 휴지 (English)
Today’s episode is all about butt-wiping, or toilet paper. There are a few ways it’s used in Korea that Westerners might find bizarre. Some might find them gross, but YOU might find them fascinating. We are also going to tell you how a roll of toilet paper can wish someone good fortune in Korea. And for the Deep Talk segment, we are going to start covering a new topic: the art and anatomy of grate
071 뿅 간다 (English)
You may know how to say “I like it” in Korean. You may even know how to say “I love it”. But do you know how to say “I’m crazy about it”? Well, you will find out in this episode. We are also going to talk about how Japanese anime acquired a following among Korean kids to a religious fervor and how it still influences our culture.
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Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 뿅 간다; Section 2 (재미
x20 Reps - 외국인을 처음 본 날 (Sponge Loop No. 27)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #27 외국인을 처음 본 날.
x20 Reps - 램쥐 (Sponge Loop No. 26)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #26 램쥐.
070 사투리 (English)
사투리 means “dialects” in Korean. There are many 사투리 in Korea, and some of them have social and cultural significances. We will explore the world of 사투리 from these perspectives. We also cover three most important factors in human relationships by sharing the difficulties we had with our marriage and how we overcame them.
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Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 손이 가다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기)
069 Trot Night (English)
There is this music genre popular in Korea that’s more Korean than K-Pop, K-Ballads, K-R&B and things like that. Eunice and Jonson talk about what it is and its place in the Korean society. They also discuss probably the most important aspect of our lives, human relationships.
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Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 마음; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 트로트; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 인간관계
068 You Disappoint Me (English)
There is a Korean expression that Koreans use to express their disappointment… or sadness. But it’s used differently from the way the words “disappointed” or “sad” are used in English. You will have a clear idea how it works once you listen to this episode. And we are also going to find out why you rarely see kids at playgrounds in Korea.
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Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 섭섭하다; Sect
x20 Reps - 계란밥 (Sponge Loop No. 25)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #25 계란밥
x20 Reps - 흥부와 놀부 (Sponge Loop No. 24)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #24 흥부와 놀부.
067 Plastic Surgery in Korea (English)
In this episode, Eunice and Jonson talk about how Koreans say “OK, Boomer”. They also talk about the culture and trends around plastic surgery in Korea, and what pushes Korean girls into going under the knife.
066 The Tea That Once Ruled Korea (English)
What’s the Korean idiom for “bad influence”? And what’s up with that gold colored tea that almost every Korean restaurant serves for free? We are going to cover it all in this episode!
065 My Ears Are Itching (English)
In this episode, Eunice and Jonson discuss the English education in Korea and how it changed over time… and what it means in Korean social life when your ears start getting “itchy”.
x20 Reps – 설날 (Sponge Loop No. 10)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #10 설날.
x20 Reps – 감사한 것 (Sponge Loop No. 23)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #23 감사한 것.
064 Why is Korea called Korea? (English)
When Koreans say you have big hands, it sometimes has nothing to do with the body parts attached to your arms. It is an expression and it’s used when… well, you are going to find out from this episode. Oh and also how the name “Korea” came about…
063 You Have Thin Ears (English)
Eunice and Jonson talk about the expression Koreans use to describe someone who gets swayed by others too easily. They also talk about how our feeling and mood can change from moment to moment and how it impacts us.
x20 Reps – 뻔한 생각 (Sponge Loop No. 22)
This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #22 뻔한 생각.
062 Food Sharing Culture (English)
Koreans love sharing their food…but not always. And maybe not anymore, at least for certain kinds of food. In this episode, Eunice and Jonson discuss the food sharing culture in Korea and how it changed over time.
061 Military Culture in Korea (English)
Almost every Korean male has to serve in the military, and as a consequence, military culture permeates the entire Korean society. In this episode, Eunice and Jonson discuss the military culture in Korea as well as important military lingo commonly used by Koreans.
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