How I Met My KDrama
✨ Every Kdrama viewer has an origin story. We dive into how we discovered Kdramas and the shows that have stolen our hearts.
☂️Kdrama is our Roman Empire.
Episodes
36 episodes
Quirky Kdrama Recommendations
S3 E34 / Ever struggled to pick your next Kdrama? I'm sharing my most unconventional Kdrama recommendations—a mash-up of books, movies, and classic tropes to help you (or a new drama-watcher) find the perfect show. 🤪 I think of it a...
Favorite Gateway Kdramas with Reggie
S3 E33 / Reggie, Kdrama fan and host of A Life of Learning podcast, joins me to talk about favorite Kdramas. 🏆 We explore why the one-season "done and dusted" format is so addictive, and how...
Turn to Me, Mukai-kun: A Slice of Life Japanese Drama (Spotlight)
S3 E32 / Christina from the YA Girl’s Kdrama podcasts joins me to spotlight the heartfelt slice-of-life Japanese drama, Turn to Me, Mukai-kun. ⛩️ We explore the unique rhythms of Jdramas vs. Kdramas, sharing first-ti...
Romantic Kdramas for Valentine’s to Fit your Mood 💝
S3 E31 / Romantic dramas come in all sorts of flavors. What are you in the mood for? From heart-wrenching angst to pure goofy chaos to sweet chocolate-inspired romances, I’m sharing a list of Kdramas by vibe so you can pick your per...
2025 Kdrama Year in Review: Highs, Lows, and Favorites
S2 E30 / It’s that time of the year for recaps, backtracks, and wraps of the previous twelve months. This episode is all about the best (and sometimes worst) of Kdrama in 2025. Shannon from Bonchon Bite Sized K-drama Reviews joins ...
Spotlight: Just Between Lovers
S2 E29 / Shannon, children’s librarian and podcaster (Banchan Bite Sized K-drama Reviews) joins me to talk about the Kdrama classic, Just Between Lovers, a drama we both absolutely loved despite its heavy topics of trauma and guilt. ...
Underrated Gems and How Kdramas Inspired a Trip to Korea with Constance
S2 E28 / Constance, journalist, gardening writer, and nonfiction book reviewer—and of course, dedicated Kdrama fan—joins me to talk about favorite Kdramas and her trip to South Korea.✈️ We explore Constance’s international background, he...
Spotlight: Hold My Hand at Twilight (Jdrama)
S2 E27 / Caitlin from the NoSleep4Dramas podcast and blog joins me for a look at the Japanese drama Hold My Hand at Twilight. 🇯🇵 We explore the world of Jdramas and how they compare to our favorite Kdramas. We dig into the the...
The Cohabitation Trope, Hopeful Storytelling, and Kdrama Structure with Paroma
S2 E26 / Paroma from the Dramas Over Flowers podcast and professional fangirl joins me to talk about her journey into Asian media, her recommendations, and the unique joys of Kdramas.🌼 Paroma shares the story behind how Dramas Over Flowe...
Rewatchable Kdramas and Favorite OSTs with Maxine
S2 E25 / Maxine Wright, supply chain professional, master gardener, avid podcast listener—and, of course, passionate Kdrama fan—joins me to talk about her favorite dramas and how her journey started during the pandemic.⭐ We explore how K...
Slice of Life Kdramas for Your Watchlist
S2 E24 / Christina from YA Girls Kdrama Podcast, teacher and passionate Kdrama fan, joins me for a slice of life genre celebration! If you love the daily rhythms, cozy feelings, and relatable conflicts found in slice of life Korean dramas, this...
Comfort Watches and Palette Cleansers with Shannon from Banchan: Bite-Size K-Drama Podcast
S2 E 23 / Shannon Bloom, children’s librarian, knitter, cat lover, and host of Banchan: Bite-size Kdrama Reviews podcast, joins me to talk about manga Kdrama adaptations, unforgettable friend groups, and watching challenges.🪭 Shannon sha...
YA Girls Kdrama Podcast on Favorite Dramas, Tropes, and Ramyeon Scenes
S2 E22 / Maddie, Christina, and Elle from the Ya Girl’s Kdrama Podcast bring the energy and the laughs to this episode! ❣️ We explore first Kdramas, favorite and iconic couples, as well as the drama they wish more people would watc...
Glass Heart: Even More JDramas for Kdrama Fans
S2 E21 / Japanese dramas are a hot topic lately, so I’m back with a round-up of even more Jdramas for Kdrama fans. 🏯 I explore some differences between Jdramas and Kdramas.🐝 And then I list some Jdramas that are getting lots ...
Joyful Entertainment with Naa from Kdrama Bingo
S2 E20 / Naa, small business owner, creator of Kdrama Bingo, and devoted kdrama fan, joins me to talk about all things Kdrama joy! ✨ Naa is passionate about building “communities of joy” through playful fandom and shares how she sta...
Paranormal, Fantasy, and Magical Kdramas with Shea MacLeod
S2 E19 / Like a bit of magic in your Kdramas? Shea MacLeod is here with lots of recommendations for you that run the gamut from light to dark in genres ranging from rom com to mystery to horror. 🔮 We explore the joys of discovering ...
Crime and Mystery Asian Dramas with Caitlin
S2 E18 / Caitlin from NoSleep4Dramas podcast and blog joins me for a crime and mystery Kdrama deep dive! This genre doesn’t get as much attention as some others, so we’re shining the light on our favorites. And, boy, do we have a lot! ...
Intro to Season 2
How I Met My Kdrama is back with a second season. 🎉I’m happy to be back with another season discussing Kdramas! This very short intro is to let you know about a few changes to the release schedule. ...
Favorite Friendship Kdramas with No Romance (mostly) - Spoiler free!
S1 E17 / It’s another roundup episode this week, this time about dramas with a strong theme of friendship and no (or extremely little) romance. ✨ I dig into the friendship/found family combo that’s often present in workplace dramas...
JDramas: Japanese Romance, Mystery, and Slice-of-Life Stories for Kdrama Fans
S1 E16 / Loving Kdramas but ready to branch out? I took a break from Kdramas to shine a spotlight on some Japanese dramas I loved. I share some of my favorites: twisty mysteries, workplace dramas, and fast friendships. D...
Spotlight: Like Flowers in Sand
S1 E15 / Brett Battles is back to talk with me about Like Flowers in Sand, a brilliantly layered Kdrama that’s so much more than a sports story. In this spotlight episode, we gush about:Strong female characters in the vi...
Healer, Competency, and the Bodyguard Trope with Aimee Robinson
S1 E14 / Aimee Robinson, paranormal and time travel romance author and Kdrama fan, joins me to talk about her favorite Kdramas, focusing on thriller/mystery shows–especially those with a bodyguard trope.🎯 We explore Jennifer Lynn B...
Spotlight: Why King the Land Deserves More Love
S1 E13 / Kristi Rose and Amy Boyles join me to take a look at King the Land, a romcom that doesn’t get enough attention–at least that’s our opinion.😠💕 We dive into the enemies to lovers trope that blossomed into a steadfast relationship,...
The Joy of Light Entertainment with Sana
S1 E12 / Kdrama fan Sana joins me to talk about her unique Kdrama origin story as well as why they appeal to viewers around the world.🖼️ Sana shares how she found Kdramas through a museum visit, and then we discuss favorite shows....
Stefne Miller: Finding Community in Kdramas and Kpop + When The Phone Rings Thoughts
S1 E11 / Stefne Miller, founder of Army Project 529 and Kdrama fan, joins me to talk about some of her favorite dramas and how they’ve impacted her life as well as the international community that’s formed with the rise of the Hallyu wave aroun...
