Episodes

  • THE K.DROP [A KPop Podcast]: Maddie & Elle share ALL of their BIASES (feat. Joshua Hong INTERVIEW!)

    THE K.DROP [A KPop Podcast]: Maddie & Elle share ALL of their BIASES (feat. Joshua Hong INTERVIEW!)
    May 10 2024
    Let’s talk biases!!!! …. Ult biases, wreckers… we all have em. If y’all have listened to THE K.DROP before, you already know some of Maddie and Elle’s biases, but do you know all of them? …. In this K.DROP episode, the girls talk fangirl over their favs from all their fav groups! ….. WHAT’S CURRENT IN K-POP: (05:50) BOYNEXTDOOR’s “Earth Wind and Fire” + “HOW?” Mini Album (09:30) RIIZE’s “Impossible” + “RIIZING” Mini Album (11:50) Jinjin and Moonbin’s “Fly” (13:32) NCT DOYOUNG’s “Little Light” + “YOUTH” Full Album (16:02) ZEROBASEONE’s “SWEAT” (18:22) NewJeans’ “Bubble Gum” (20:25) &TEAM’s “Maybe” (22:16) IVE’s “HEYA” (25:08) SEVENTEEN’s “MAESTRO” + “‘17 IS RIGHT HERE” Full Anthology Album (31:34) D.O.’s “Popcorn” + “BLOSSOM” Mini Album ….. (33:55) Other KPop news - It’s concert SZN!!! - ATEEZ, TXT, P1Harmony - Road to Kingdom Season 2 - New survival show: MAKE MATE 1 - ILAND 2 is live on VIKI! - Stray kids at met gala (have mercy) …. (40:00) What’s coming up in KPop?? ….. MADDIE + ELLE’s BIASES! (44:45) SEVENTEEN (53:18) STRAY KIDS (59:17) ATEEZ (01:04:30) TXT (01:10:08) NCT (01:16:10) ASTRO (01:18:29) ENHYPEN (01:20:23)THE BOYZ (01:24:07) BTS (01:27:02) P1Harmony (01:30:08) BOYS PLANET groups (01:32:50) Maddie talks EXO and RIIZE, Elle talks CRAVITY and BOYNEXTDOOR (1:37:38) Maddie’s Ultimate Bias List (01:39:02) Elle’s Ultimate Bias List (01:39:44) Maddie’s psychology lesson about bias choosing LOL …. (01:42:31) IT’S HERE!!! JOSHUA HONG INTERVIEW!!!! ….. (01:45:25) ****podcast gets hijacked…**** …. If you're new to THE K.DROP, we're so glad you're here!! I truly hope you enjoy listening to this podcast! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that’s your thing. (@yagirl_kdramapod)) …. Before you do anything else, FOLLOW YA GIRL ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @yagirl_kdrama pod (https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) Also follow THE K.DROP for KPop content (@the.kdrop_kpop_pod): https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr ..... Wanna support YA GIRL? Go and become a Patron! www.patreon.com/yagirlmaddiepod?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator … Finally, jump on YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/sjEtKNYDT5
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    1 hr and 51 mins
  • CHINGU CHATS: Maddie & Christina talk upcoming May and June KDramas (+ JK... always....)

    CHINGU CHATS: Maddie & Christina talk upcoming May and June KDramas (+ JK... always....)
    May 8 2024
    Chingu Means Friend- we’re friends & chatting is talking We talk about Korean stuff Chingu Chats chingu chaaaats ...... Well, CHINGU CHATS s are back (& with a great new song…) and will be released once a month. You’re welcome. Maddie & Christina aim to please. They know how much you all miss these segments!! .... In this CHINGU CHAT, the ladies talk about what they’ve been listening to and watching. Also, they revisit Christina’s KPOP corner which has transformed to her JK county (IYKYK - she apologizes to everyone) .... Lastly, the Chingus discuss all the new dramas that are coming out in May! Grab your coffee and tea (or soju) and laugh with Maddie and Christina together. They’ll glad you’re here! .... If you're new to YA GIRL, we're so glad you're here!! I truly hope you enjoy listening to this podcast! Also check out THE K.DROP [A KPop Podcast] if that’s your thing. (@the.kdrop_kpop_pod) Before you do anything else, FOLLOW YA GIRL ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @yagirl_kdrama pod (https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) Also follow THE K.DROP for KPop content (@the.kdrop_kpop_pod): https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr ..... Wanna support YA GIRL? Go and become a Patron! www.patreon.com/yagirlmaddiepod?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator … Finally, jump on YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/sjEtKNYDT5
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    48 mins
  • MIDWAY REVIEW: Lovely Runner

    MIDWAY REVIEW: Lovely Runner
    May 6 2024

    We are all RUNNING LOVINGLY into the arms of SunJae, just saying.

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    In this midway review of Lovely Runner: Maddie, Elle and Christina discuss the swoon factor of SunJae, all their theories, and how Im Sol is the perfect female lead. This show has everything for everyone.

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    ((Is it just them, or does everyone else also pretend that they are Im Sol and that their bias is SunJae??? THIS GIRL IS GOALS, YO. SHE DID IT WHEN NO ONE ELSE COULD.))

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    Be on the lookout for a full review of Lovely Runner at the end of May!

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    37 mins
  • Queen of Tears Review: Came for Kim Soo-hyun, stayed for.... um..... honestly, couldn't tell ya

    Queen of Tears Review: Came for Kim Soo-hyun, stayed for.... um..... honestly, couldn't tell ya
    May 3 2024
    Maddie and Christina (barely) made it, yo. …… They have finished Queen of Tears and have many thoughts; unfortunately, this drama disappointed them. Queen of Tears was a highly anticipated drama with an excellent cast, a well-known writer, and beautiful music. The main couple had strong chemistry but failed to give the viewers the scenes that were deserved. This drama had the potential to shine, but it fell short. …. In this episode, Maddie and Christina talk about the variety of plots (that were unnecessary) and how they felt that the main couple acted like side characters. ((How did this family not know that everyone around them was pure evil???)) Why was the show 58482 hours long? (wait… it’s because of all the extra story lines.) …… Hyun-Woo was the highlight of this drama, but was it enough for Maddie and Christina to love it like everyone else did? ……. TIME STAMPS IF YA WANNA SKIP AROUND, YO (01:52) Talking it’s crazy popularity and HOW WE FEEL ABOUT IT LOLOLOL (06:15) Our first impressions and the drama’s synopsis (13:38) Maddie’s compares Queen of Tears to Reply 1988 (and this is not a complement) (16:10) MADDIE & CHRISTINA DISCUSS THE STRAND OF HAIR IYKY FRICKIN K (27:15) Let’s talk Hyun-woo (30:12) Let’s talk Hae-in (34:48) Let’s talk Evil Lady + G-MONEYMONEY (36:40) Eun-seongs rise as the Sith Lord (or Scooby Doo, we can’t decide who he’s more like) (40:06) Maddie counts how many plots are in this show (48:00) WHERE’S THE KISS?????????? (51:20) Maddie & Christina talk their fav scenes (53:38) The ending that was on drugs (58:12) Maddie & Christina’s ranking for Queen of Tears (1:03:30) How to connect with the podcast!!!! …. If you liked this episode, check out our other full drama reviews!! ….. Before you do anything else, FOLLOW YA GIRL ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @yagirl_kdrama pod (https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) ..... Wanna support YA GIRL? Go and become a Patron! www.patreon.com/yagirlmaddiepod?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator … Finally, jump on YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/ywwckECPeX
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Healer Review: I'M ETERNALLY YOURS!!!

    Healer Review: I'M ETERNALLY YOURS!!!
    Apr 22 2024

    The moment is FINALLY here and what a journey it has been! Maddie & Christina finished Healer for their ‘Throwback Drama watch’ and couldn’t be more happy that they decided to give this show a shot.

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    In this episode, Maddie and Christina do a full review to discuss the characters, deep dive through memorable scenes, and gush about how the show won their hearts. (MADDIE IS WHIPPED FOR HEALER and his turtle necks that go up past his nose, IYKYK.)

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    While ‘Healer’ had a great (but out of place) soundtrack and rocked the old spy show vibe, the storyline and lovable characters are what kept people watching. This is a show that is adored by many and it remains a favorite to many kdrama watchers.

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    If you liked this episode, check out the REPLY 1988 throwback episodes on YA GIRL'S KDrama Podcast.

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • THE K.DROP [A KPop Podcast]: Maddie & Elle build your spring B-SIDE playlist

    THE K.DROP [A KPop Podcast]: Maddie & Elle build your spring B-SIDE playlist
    Apr 19 2024

    Maddie and Elle are here to build your next KPop playlist - made up entirely of b-sides!! …. The sheer amount of KPop songs in the world can be overwhelming, but don’t worry. Maddie and Elle have put the work into choosing what you hit play to the next time you’re on a run or cruising to work. … In this K.DROP episode, the girls choose their favorite KPop b-sides for driving in the car, working out, and getting in the feels. …. WHAT’S CURRENT IN KPOP: (04:43) ILLIT’s “Magnetic” (bop all around!!!) (07:41) NCT DREAM’s “Smoothie” (Maddie luvvvvs this one) (10:14) AMPERS&ONE’s “Broken Heart” (glow-in-the-dark hockey concept, anyone?) (12:21) j-hope’s “Neuron” (cool vibes) (14:00) BABYMONSTER’s “SHEESH” (are you saying this isn’t BLACKPINK?) (16:35) TXT’s “Deja Vu” (not their best, but still TERRY 4 PRESIDENT) (22:08) Kevin & Jacob (THE BOYZ) with “Electric Energy” (u guyssss this is so pretty KEVIN 4 VICE-PRESIDENT!!!!) (24:28) CRAVITY’s “C’est La Vie” (Elle’s boys) (28:45) Stray Kids’ “WHY?” (everything they do is gold) …. (30:14) OTHER KPOP NEWS: -SCoups & Jeonghan are BACK and LIVE! -ATEEZ WANTEEZ with great episodes -ATEEZ AT COACHELLA!!!!! -RIIZE Comeback -NCT’s Doyoung + EXO’s D.O. are gonna drop stuff -SEVENTEEN comeback April 29!!! -THE BOYZ tour announced! … B-SIDE PLAYLIST (*SPOILER* list below!) (41:36) Maddie & Elle build your B-SIDE playlist! (42:03) B-SIDES for driving in the car (51:00) B-SIDES to get you in the feels (59:03) B-SIDES for working out …. (1:07:28) Joshua Hong interview (SCHEDULED FOR NEXT K.DROP!!!) ….. What other B-SIDE playlists should we make? …. Maddie & Elle’s B-SIDE playlist: Driving in the car: -Dropkick (&TEAM) -FLY (CRAVITY) -Better Than Gold (NCT DREAM) -All Good (ASTRO) -GAM3 BO1 (SEVENTEEN) -The View (Stray Kids) ….. Getting in the Feels: -Behind The Light (Stray Kids) -Circles (SEVENTEEN) -Campfire (SEVENTEEN) -Only Human (WAYV) -Puzzle Piece (NCT DREAM) -There (Stray Kids) .....

    Working out: -UTOPIA (ATEEZ) -Hall of Fame (Stray Kids) -Go Big or Go Home (ENHYPEN) -Cyberpunk (ATEEZ) -TA (Stray Kids) -Hurt Me Less (THE BOYZ) ….. If you're new to YA GIRL, we're so glad you're here!! I truly hope you enjoy listening to this podcast! Also check out THE K.DROP [A KPop Podcast] if that’s your thing. ….. Before you do anything else, FOLLOW YA GIRL ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @yagirl_kdrama pod (https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) ..... Wanna support YA GIRL? Go and become a Patron! www.patreon.com/yagirlmaddiepod?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator … Finally, jump on YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/UeZuyftp
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Through Two: Lovely Runner

    Through Two: Lovely Runner
    Apr 14 2024

    I think we’re all shook by how good the first two episodes of Lovely Runner were. Like, really good.

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    Over here crossing our fingers that the rest of the drama lives up the standards these first eps set for it!! Maddie and Elle talk through the plot of Lovely Runner, hype up how great this FL is (and how tall the ML is, MOTHER), and give some of their juiciest theories about this plot!!! They also cross their fingers for MORE ECLIPSE (buying the lightstick over here)!!!!!

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    As I’m sure y’all are loving this drama just as much as we are, enjoy this Through Two episode! Excited to journey through this drama together!

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    “Lovely Runner” stars Byeon Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon and is airing on Viki: Mondays and Tuesdays through May 28, 2024.

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    If you're new to YA GIRL, we're so glad you're here!! I truly hope you enjoy listening to this podcast! Also check out THE K.DROP [A KPop Podcast] if that’s your thing.

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    Before you do anything else, FOLLOW YA GIRL ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @yagirl_kdrama pod (https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr)

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    36 mins
  • The "HEALER" play-by-play no one asked for (EPISODES 7 - 12)

    The "HEALER" play-by-play no one asked for (EPISODES 7 - 12)
    Apr 5 2024

    Welcome to the newest installment of “HEALER UPDATES YOU DIDN’T ASK FOR”!!

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    To get you up to speed: Maddie and Christina have been watching the iconic KDrama “Healer” for the very first time. And…. it’s a RIDE, y’all. They love it so much, and love to ham it even more.

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    This ep gives their play-by-play of Healer episodes 7 - 12. All the cringy and great details you probably forgot by now but need to be reminded of. Enjoy!

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    If you're new to YA GIRL, we're so glad you're here!! I truly hope you enjoy listening to this podcast! Also check out THE K.DROP [A KPop Podcast] if that’s your thing.

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    Before you do anything else, FOLLOW YA GIRL ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @yagirl_kdrama pod (https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr)

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    53 mins