Netizens have mixed feelings about one of Netflix‘s new Korean shows. On February 20, Netflix released Risqué Business: The Netherlands and Germany, starring comedian and television comedy show host Shin Dong Yup and singer and entertainer Sung Si Kyung. Last year, Netflix released versions of Risqué Business in which the two explored the sex cultures […]
Worked To Death: The Dark Side Of Japan’s Work Culture On Employees
Like every country, there’s a dark side to Japan that is seldomly discussed openly. It is “karoshi,” or “death by overwork.” Karoshi reflects a work culture where long hours on the job and unwavering commitment to the company are expected from employees. [Video could not be displayed] Due to this, overtime has become so widespread […]
“I Live Alone” Receives Mixed Reactions To An “Ignorant” Comment About Black Culture
Korea is known for being a homogenous society (where the population shares similar cultural, ethnic, linguistic, or religious characteristics). K-Pop is finding a way to break down the culture as more foreign idols from different backgrounds debut, including BLACKSWAN made up of all foreign members. The members of BLACKSWAN | MBC Yet, with many Koreans […]
Members Of IVE Under Fire After Allegedly Mocking Desi Culture In A Recent Video
New Starship Entertainment girl group IVE quickly cemented themselves to watch out for after making waves with their debut earlier in the month. Yet, the group is under fire after three of its members have been accused of mocking the desi culture in a recent video. The members of IVE | Starship Entertainment On December […]