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K-Pop Dreaming - Secret Fan

Growing up in Koreatown during the 90s and 2000s, host Vivian Yoon was an emo-listening teenager who embraced American pop culture. At least that’s what it seemed from the outside. But at home, by herself, what she listened to was K-Pop. How Vivian's hidden love for the music is propelling her to explore the connections between K-Pop and her hometown.  (Originally published February 23, 2023)   This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Save 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/DreamingThis episode is brought to you by your local Kia dealers. Visit kia.com to discover movement that inspires.This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Mixtape

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Trot

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Moon Night

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Solid

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Roots of Rap

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  K-Pop Dreaming - KCON

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Koreatown

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Bonus #1: Danny Im

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Bonus #2: The Making of Red Velvet's "Psycho"

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Bonus #3: Origins of K-Pop

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  Shoes Off: Atsuko Okatsuka Wants Everyone To Feel Sexy

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  K-Pop Dreaming - Bonus #4: K-Beauty

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  Introducing California Love: K-Pop Dreaming, from LAist Studios

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  Prologue

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  Scared Straight