Talkbokki: Learn Casual Korean through Natural Conversations

Do you know the Korean term 입추 (ip-chu); the official "start of autumn"? The calendar says fall is here, but with this crazy wet weather in Korea and Japan, we're definitely not ready for summer to end! This week, Lucy and Sunyoung chat about our rainy summer adventures, from Sunyoung’s trip to Jeju and Summer Sonic to the Chiba flooding that threw Lucy’s commute into chaos. Tune in as we share our late-summer plans and refuse to let the rain spoil the fun!If you have any feedback or suggestions, drop us a line at thetalkbokki@gmail.comIf you enjoy the show, consider joining our Patreon to support what we do and get access to bonus content.

How do you feel when you see an uphill climb on your run? This week, Lucy and Sunyoung break down how we're both preparing for our upcoming races! We dive into our training plans, what we listen to while running, and how much heat and incline can completely change a workout. Do you enjoy running or another form of exercise? Tune in and share your routine with us in the comments!If you have any feedback or suggestions, drop us a line at thetalkbokki@gmail.comIf you enjoy the show, consider joining our Patreon to support what we do and get access to bonus content.

We're back and catching up after a few weeks apart! Lucy is back from her trip to Kagoshima, and Sunyoung has been busy training for the Hangeul Run. This week, we check in on the recent earthquake in Japan and discuss how we’re (barely) surviving this intense summer heat. Is it scorching hot where you live right now? Tune in and let us know in the comments!If you have any feedback or suggestions, drop us a line at thetalkbokki@gmail.comIf you enjoy the show, consider joining our Patreon to support what we do and get access to bonus content.

Sunyoung is still in Japan visiting Lucy, so we took a day trip to the beautiful island of Enoshima! In this episode, we share our adventure visiting famous landmarks like the iconic Slam Dunk crossing photo spot and the gorgeous Sea Candle (which you might recognise from the Korean drama Can This Love Be Translated?). Have you ever been to Enoshima? Tune in for our favourite highlights, hilarious travel stories, and some must-know travel tips for your next trip!If you have any feedback or suggestions, drop us a line at thetalkbokki@gmail.comIf you enjoy the show, consider joining our Patreon to support what we do and get access to bonus content.

Did you know your blood type could dictate your personality? (At least, according to Korean culture!) Since Lucy recently found out her blood type, we’re diving deep into the fascinating world of Korean blood type stereotypes. Do you know yours? Does your personality actually match up with the classic traits, and do ours? Tune in to find out if these stereotypes actually hold up!If you have any feedback or suggestions, drop us a line at thetalkbokki@gmail.comIf you enjoy the show, consider joining our Patreon to support what we do and get access to bonus content.

Do you love starting conversations with strangers, or do you spend your day actively trying to avoid them? This week, Lucy and Sunyoung discover they are on complete opposite ends of the small talk spectrum! Tune in as we debate the pros and cons of casual chatting—and discuss whether making small talk gets even scarier when you're doing it in a foreign language. Which side do you fall on? Let us know in the comments!If you have any feedback or suggestions, drop us a line at thetalkbokki@gmail.comIf you enjoy the show, consider joining our Patreon to support what we do and get access to bonus content.

Ever worry your texts in a foreign language are giving off the wrong vibe? This week, Lucy and Sunyoung share their own messaging fails! From an English text that accidentally sounded passive-aggressive to a Korean phrase that sounded totally uninterested, we’re breaking down how easily things get lost in translation. Tune in to fix these common text traps and start messaging like a native!If you have any feedback or suggestions, drop us a line at thetalkbokki@gmail.comIf you enjoy the show, consider joining our Patreon to support what we do and get access to bonus content.

Do you have a personal goal you’re working toward right now? This week, we’re checking in on our own passion projects. Lucy shares how her half-marathon training is shaping up, while Sunyoung celebrates one year of amazing progress in belly dancing. Tune in as we discuss our personal tips, tricks, and how we stay motivated to keep growing!Want to learn Korean with Sunyoung? Book a 25min trial lesson!Love the show? Support us on Patreon so we can keep the show going!!Any feedback? Drop us a line at thetalkbokki@gmail.com