International Kpop Survival Shows

In this episode of the K-Pop cast, hosts Stephanie and PD-nim discuss the latest trends in K-Pop survival shows: World of Street Woman Fighter, Boys II Planet, and K-Popped. The conversation reflects on the challenges and opportunities presented, emphasizing the need for balance between international appeal and maintaining the essence of K-Pop. They also share kpop hit replays from Loco and WayV!

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HIT REPLAYS:

• 로꼬 (Loco) - No where (Official Video) ft. Feby Putri https://youtu.be/6VL3hwELh_c?si=nBwb23f6OA97CbnZ 
• WayV _ BIG BANDS (Korean Ver.) | 1theKILLPO | 원더킬포 | 퍼포먼스 | Performance | 4K | 쿤 텐 샤오쥔 헨드리 양양 https://youtu.be/o9DPRfIx5RU?si=Zcmbmefo5g6DDvRt

Chapters

00:00 K-Pop Survival Shows Overview

05:40 Hit Replays: Loco and WayV

11:40 International Focus in K-Pop Survival Shows

18:39 Cultural Representation and Tensions

25:13 The Future of K-Pop and International Markets

28:48 K-Pop's Cultural Crossroads

30:28 Boys Planet: A New Era of K-Pop Survival Shows

33:34 Challenges in the Chinese Market

37:20 K-Pop and Western Collaborations: K-Popped

48:29 The Future of K-Pop: Balancing Tradition and Innovation

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