Culture & Society
Special episode with Jumin Lee: Korea’s evolving political climate — Ep. 12
Discussing decreased female representation, deteriorating political culture, and potential post-election legislation
April 1, 2024
South Korean parties pledge climate change action, but offer few specifics
Experts say politicians are more focused on climate crisis but question whether campaign promises are just lip service
March 29, 2024
Plans to relocate the National Assembly and halting livelihood debates — Ep. 11
Yoon pauses debates, US and Japan will upgrade their alliance, and South Korean doctors elect a new leader
March 29, 2024
South Korea’s med school expansion plan sparks debate over long-term impact
Experts warn that larger pool of doctors may not fix urban-rural divide and that competition will only intensify
March 27, 2024
Corporate influence in South Korean sports sparks outrage, and calls for reform
Experts say ROK teams need outside funding to survive but emphasize need for transparency in sports management
March 25, 2024
How Yong Hye-in made her name pushing progressive causes that others won’t
A champion of basic income, the young lawmaker has won praise from even opponents for her legislative acumen
March 22, 2024
South Korean proposal to pay foreigners less sparks uproar over worker rights
Debate is intensifying over plan to address elderly care shortage by recruiting foreigners at sub-minimum wage
March 21, 2024
South Korea eyes joining G7, but faces hurdles amid democratic backsliding
Bid to join elite group will depend on ability to address domestic and global challenges, including risks for China ties
March 20, 2024
South Korea’s hostility to LGBT issues is a failure to uphold basic human rights
The ROK is out of step with its Western peers even Asian neighbors and must reflect on how it treats sexual minorities
March 19, 2024
Korean government’s widespread use of personal emails poses security risks
Blase attitude about net safety and cumbersome official software broaden exposure to phishing and other attacks
March 18, 2024
