The K-Pop Sundae Podcast
Music
About
Welcome to The K-Pop Sundae Podcast, a show hosted by the K-Pop Sunbaes: OldR, Serin, Min, and JR. Join us as we discuss K-Pop history and share what we enjoy about Korean media. Episodes are released monthly.
Episodes
- Single Scoops Vol. II E18 - Baby V.O.X 2026 Concert
In this bonus episode, OldR talks about the Baby V.O.X 2026 Pechanga Summit Concert she attended. If you’re a fan of the group, you’ll want to listen to this. – If you haven’t listened to our prior episodes on Baby V.O.X, we recommend you…
- Single Spuds Vol. II Episode 17: Single Spuds
Let's talk about our favorite potato dishes! -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://tinyurl.com/kpssinglespuds -- Where To Find Us Instagram: kpopsunbaes Twitter: kpopsunbaes YouTube: The K-Pop Sunbaes Facebook: Th…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode: 16: Min’s Music Corner #2
Welcome to Min’s Second Solo Single Scoops! Listen to the playlist here: YouTube | Spotify If you want to be spoiled for the upcoming tracks Min is gong to talk about, and the full script to the episode scroll down! ~ -- The Script -- ~ ~…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 15: H.O.T's Sejong Cultural Center Concert
OldR explains H.O.T’s 1999 Sejong Cultural Center Concert, as the second installment of the H.O.T concert series. If you want to be informed and confused about H.O.T, this is the episode for you. ᅟContent Warning (Suicide Talk): 11:48-13:2…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 14: Squid Game - A K-Drama Talk with Special Guest Cinematic Adventures
In this episode, JR is joined by her friend Eric from Cinematic Adventures! The two discuss Squid Game , with an emphasis on the final season. NOTES : Season 1 of Squid Game has 9 episodes, not 8 as stated. JR misspoke and called Park Gyu…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 13: JR's 2025 Wrap Up
We’re wrapping up 2025 with JR’s wrap-up episode! Though she didn’t get as much listening in as she would have wanted to, there are still a few good ones to recommend! This is the Sunbaes final release till 2026—have a safe and healthy hol…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 12: Min's 2025 Wrap Up
We’re getting closer to the end of 2025! Today is Min’s episode, join them in talking about their favorite K-pop and non K-pop releases of the year, their concert experiences from small local venue to a massive arena show and how their K-p…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 11: Serin's 2025 Wrap Up
Join Serin as she counts down her favorites of 2025 and talks about her hopes for 2026! Note: Due to some technical difficulties, a portion of this episode has a different audio quality than the rest. -- Year-End Playlist Serin's – Check o…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 10: OldR's 2025 Wrap Up
It’s that time of the year again. OldR is breaking down her favs from this year and talking about what she hopes for 2026. Note: This was recorded before H.O.T and DEUX decided to blindside me. I should have expected it, but I didn't. I'll…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 9: K-Pop Demon Hunters - K-Movie Talk
To celebrate Novemberween, the Sunbaes have gathered to review the smash-hit movie K-Pop Demon Hunters . -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://tinyurl.com/kpsdemonhunters -- Where To Find Us Twitter: kpopsunbaes I…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 8: TVXQ's Dangerous Love - K-Drama Talk
In this episode, JR and OldR take a stroll through memory lane and look at the TVXQ Banjun Drama Dangerous Love because OldR swore it was spooky and perfect for Halloween. If you’re an old Cassie (like OldR), you’ll probably enjoy this. --…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 7: H.O.T's 1st Concert
On this episode, OldR decides to drag our audience into the deep end of H.O.T history by explaining H.O.T’s 1st concert. If you’re an H.O.T fan that wants to hear some opinions on the setlist and argue about it, you’ve come to the right pl…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 6: The Stars of Battle Shinhwa
On this episode, Serin talks about the stars that came from the Battle Shinhwa competition show that aired in 2005. As a surprising amount of 2nd generation K-Pop idols came from this, she will be explaining how they’re all connected and w…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 5: Jaewon Again - Mini Album Talk
In this episode, OldR reviews Lee Jaewon’s Once Again mini-album. This is a follow-up to our Favorites of 2024/Predictions For 2025 episode, where OldR complained about being unable to get a copy. -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 4: Min's Music Corner
Welcome to Min’s first solo Single Scoops! -- Listen to the playlist here: YouTube | Spotify -- Tracks mentioned in the episode: Gabby Onme (개비온미) - DOWN Fairy Mai (페어리마이) - Light Please Yul2 (율) - HATER BABO (바보) - CHEEK Silica Gel (실리카겔)…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 3: Marry My Husband - K-Drama Talk
In this Single Scoop episode, JR and OldR discuss the 2024 K-drama Marry My Husband . -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://tinyurl.com/SSMarryMyHubby -- Where To Find Us Twitter: kpopsunbaes Instagram: k.pop.sunb…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 2: Single Subs
Today is a very special Single Scoop episode—the Sunbaes are discussing their favorite sandwiches! What’s your favorite? Let us know! -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://tinyurl.com/AprilFools2025 -- Where To Fi…
- Single Scoops Vol. II Episode 1: Swing Kids - A K-Movie Talk with Special Guest Cas
JR and her boyfriend, Cas, come together to discuss the 2018 movie Swing Kids –listen in and see what they thought about this tap dancing spectacle! -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://tinyurl.com/SwingKidsSS --…
- Season 5 Bloopers: All the Flubs You Wanted
Season 5 ends and the Sunbaes go on hiatus not with a bang, but with a series of flubs. -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script Nope! -- Where To Find Us Twitter: kpopsunbaes Instagram: kpopsunbaes Tumblr: kpopotd , kpopotd…
- Season 5 Episode 10: Our Favorites of 2024/Predictions For 2025
At the beginning of 2024, we had many expectations for the year, but now it’s time to look at which of our predictions came true and what K-Pop content we enjoyed. After we send off 2024, we discuss what we hope for 2025. Year End Playlist…
- Season 5 Episode 9: A Look Back on 2024
Welcome to our yearly roundup of some of the major news and events of 2024. Join us as we highlight some of the biggest groups, celebrity news, and general events in K-Media. -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://…
- Season 5 Episode 8: A No.Mercy Retrospective - Part 2
The Sunbaes are back for part two of No.Mercy Retrospective! They discuss the final five episodes of the show, where the eliminated trainees are now, as well as their overall thoughts on the show. NOTE : OldR had some audio trouble here, i…
- Season 5 Episode 7: A No.Mercy Retrospective - Part 1
Join the Sunbaes as they dissect the first five episodes of survival show No.Mercy , the show that brought us the beloved group Monsta X! They discuss the run up to the show, give a description of the episodes, and their thoughts on them.…
- Season 5 Episode 6: TAKE It Away!
The final deep dive of the season is upon us! Join the Sunbaes as they discuss the 1.5 gen boy group: TAKE! As always they talk about the pre-debut days, their heyday, and where the members are now. Trigger Warning (for a car accident and…
- Season 5 Episode 5: Our Favorite Rain Songs
Is it raining outside or are our headphones too loud? Find out what our favorite rain songs are on this episode. -- Listen to the playlist! Spotify | YouTube -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://tinyurl.com/kpsra…
- Season 5 Episode 4: Samples, Samples, Samples
Today, we’ll discuss our favorite songs featuring samples and replay samples. If you’re interested in hearing about what makes up our favorite songs, you’ll want to tune into this episode. -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our S…
- Season 5 Episode 3: Groups That We Hope Will Reunite
On today’s episode, the Sunbaes discuss what K-Pop groups they would like to see return to the stage. They’ll be explaining who these groups were and talk about why they want to see them together again. If you’re missing your favs, you’ll…
- Season 5 Episode 2: Let's Play K-Pop!
Video games and K-Pop have a long history! Join the Sunbaes as they discuss the different kinds of games that idols and groups have appeared in, and maybe find your new favorite along the way! S2E12: Baby V.O.X. - Riding Into the Sunset S4…
- Season 5 Episode 1: Eagle5 - In Your Orbit
We're back for Season 5! In this episode, we're diving into a group our audience has been asking for: Eagle5! From “Orbit” to SugarMan, we're going over it all. If you haven't heard the story behind this fascinating group, you'll want to t…
- Season 5 - Teaser Trailer
Learn more about our upcoming 5th season now! -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script N/A -- Where To Find Us Twitter: kpopsunbaes Instagram: kpopsunbaes TikTok: kpopsunbaes YouTube: The K-Pop Sunbaes Facebook: The K-Pop Su…
- SS E26: All About Serin
Learn all about our newest Sunbae, Serin! -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://tinyurl.com/AllAboutSerin -- Where To Find Us Twitter: kpopsunbaes Instagram: kpopsunbaes TikTok: kpopsunbaes YouTube: The K-Pop Sunb…
- SS E25: 200 Pounds Beauty - K-Movie Talk
In this Single Scoop, OldR discusses the film 200 Pounds Beauty from 2006. If you are a fan of makeover movies that deal with themes of identity, you’ll want to tune in! -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://tinyu…
- SS E24: Ice Cream 2024
Today is a very special Single Scoop episode—the Sunbaes are discussing their favorite ice cream flavors! What’s your favorite? Let us know! NOTE : JR says that an eclair is a puff pastry, forgive her, she knows she said it wrong multiple…
- SS E23: I Remember You - K-Drama Talk
JR and OldR dive into the 2015 K-Drama I Remember You/Hello Monster and discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly. Though it’s mostly the latter two, join us as we mostly dish about our dislikes (there are even some recommendations thrown in…
- Outtakes 4: We Hate All Kinds of Breathing
Welcome to the final episode of Season 4. This is a review of all the mess-ups, tangents, and general shenanigans that went on last year. Enjoy. -- Check Out Our Website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Where To Find Us Twitter: kpopsunbaes Instagram:…
- SS E22: Voice - K-Drama Talk
Join JR and OldR as they discuss the 2017 K-Drama, Voice ! The two Sunbaes engage in a discussion of the good, bad, and ugly of this thriller. -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script http://tinyurl.com/KPSVoice -- Where To…
- S4 E12: Our Favorites of 2023/Predictions For 2024
At the beginning of 2023, we had many expectations for the year, but now it’s time to look at which of our predictions came true and what K-Pop content we enjoyed. After we send off 2023, we discuss what we hope for 2024. -- Extras Min’s F…
- S4 E11: A Look Back on 2023
Welcome to our yearly roundup of some of the major news and events of 2023. If you want a recap that goes from January - October, you won’t want to miss this episode. Stay tuned for part 2, which will be released on our Ko-fi in a couple o…
- S4 E10: K-Pop's Callin'
Yeoboseyo? In this episode, we're talking about songs involving phone calls. Listen in to find out which songs are on our list. NOTE: JR misspeaks and calls J-Entercom something else at one point. S1E15: Concept Changes We Have Feelings Ab…
- S4 E9: D.Bace - The ABCs of Korean Hip-Hop Idols
In a continuation of our Deux episode from this season, today the Sunbaes, along with guest host Serin, jump into the history of D.Bace! Join us as we talk about this interesting first-generation boy group! -- Check out our website! kpopsu…
- SS E21: Spellbound - K-Movie Talk
Happy Halloween everyone! In today’s Single Scoop episode, the Sunbaes discuss the 2011 Korean movie Spellbound! They discuss the plot, their likes, and dislikes, and also go into the movie’s soundtrack. https://tinyurl.com/SSThunderSound…
- S4 E8: Song Connections
In this episode, we’ll be talking about what K-Pop songs have a connection to where each of the Sunbaes lives. From music videos to idols, we’ve found a surprising number of references to Norway, Illinois, and Nevada. Get to know more abou…
- S4 E7: Group Shuffle
Today the Sunbaes are trying out a new format! The group shuffle allows them to share new music and media with each other with the hope that they’ll find their new favorite idols! NOTE: When talking about Half Moon Friends , JR meant autho…
- S4 E6: K-Pop Mascots & Characters
In today’s episode, the Sunbaes are talking about 3 of their favorite K-Pop characters/mascots. If you're a fan of Matokis, BT21, or KRUNK, you’re going to love this episode! -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script https://…
- Season 4 Episode 5: DEUX - The Legendary Duo
In this episode, the Sunbaes are diving into the duo DEUX which was around for a short time but still influences Korea’s music industry today. Tune in and learn about this iconic duo! -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Our Script…
- Season 4 Episode 4: K-Pop Research 201
In this episode, we’re giving an update on how we research K-Pop and also give a few tips we’ve learned over the years. If you want to get into researching K-Pop, you’ll want to listen to this episode! -- Mentioned Episodes K-Pop Research…
- Season 4 Episode 3: The First-Ever Sunbae Games
Join us for a very special episode of The K-Pop Sunbae Podcast! Jack and Kevin from the Seoul Patch Podcast compete to win the title of H.O.O.B.A.E. in the first-ever Sunbae Games trivia show! Special thanks to JR’s father for lending his…
- Season 4 Episode 2: Cheon Sang Ji Hee - The Graceful Four Pt. 2
This is the second episode in our mini-series on CSJH The Grace! We pick up where we left off in 2008, and then chronicle the rest of the members and their careers following the group’s unofficial disbandment. CSJH Masterlist Isak N Jiyeon…
- Season 4 Episode 1: Cheon Sang Ji Hee - The Graceful Four Pt. 1
Season four is off to a great start with a deep dive into Cheon Sang Ji Hee The Grace! Join the Sunbaes in the first part of this group’s history. They discuss the beginning of Lina, Sunday, Dana, and Stephanie’s careers, and discuss their…
- Season 4 - Teaser Trailer
Get a sneak peek of our fourth season with this exclusive teaser trailer! -- Check out our website! kpopsunbaes.com -- Where To Find Us Twitter: kpopsunbaes Instagram: kpopsunbaes TikTok: kpopsundae YouTube: The K-Pop Sunbaes Facebook: The…