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How I Met My KDrama

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How I Met My KDrama

Historical Dramas and Korean Folklore with Claire Kohler

March 10, 2025 • Sara Rosett • Season 1 • Episode 9

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S1 E9 / We’re talking Joseon era dramas, nine-tailed foxes, and Korean food in this episode!

🪄💗 Claire Kohler, Kdrama fan and author of historical romantasy and steampunk murder mysteries, joins me to talk about historical Kdramas, irresistible tropes like Girl Disguised as a Guy and Forbidden Love, and genre-blending in dramas.

🐉 🥘 Claire also shares her love of Korean culture, including Korean food as well as Korean folklore, which she’s incorporating into her books.

⚠️ Spoiler warning! Our wide-ranging conversation touches on the following shows:

You’re Beautiful
The King’s Affection
I Can Hear Your Voice
I’m Not a Robot
Sungkyunkwan Scandal
Love in the Moonlight
Goblin
What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim
The Secret Life of my Secretary
Avenger’s Social Club
Tale of the Nine-Tailed

Current Watching/Rewatching: The King’s Affection, When the Phone Rings,

Claire Kohler: https://www.clairekohlerbooks.com

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