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“I am a small-time fan (in recent years) of some K-Pop, and I found this podcast fascinating. I love to learn about culture and society, in the US and beyond. I especially love the most recent Bonus episode #3 that delves into some uncomfortable but important discussions of race, culture and...”Read full review »
LaRoseBella via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/23
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“Highly recommend this Kpop Dreaming season. Even if you’re not a Kpop lover, it’s so interesting to see how events and cultures shape music and how music then reshapes history and people. Vivian does a fantastic job telling us the stories from big picture to her own personal experiences. Thank...”Read full review »
DC Nielle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/23
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“I could relate! Loved the journey this podcast took me from present to past with a full circle to the present. I laughed and cried! Recommend this podcast for all K-Pop lovers at heart.”
Интеллигенция via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/23
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“I’m 35 years old and started listening to kpop in 1996 with H.O.T’s “Candy”. I was obsessed. I was the only Korean-American girl in my entire school and barely had any Korean friends. My parents emigrated when they were kids (my mom came when she was 6, my dad when he was 16), so I didn’t have...”Read full review »
fheibwggk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/23
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“I absolutely love this podcast! I highly recommend listening to it 😊”
Nubi_Rose via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/23
“It gets really good starting in episode 3. This is journalism at its best! You learn about history and communities via the lens of pop culture. I love the Korean American perspective in this. You hear a lot about Korean and America but not much about the Korean American experience.”
fromCerritos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/23
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“So interesting and thorough, really enjoying it and looking forward to more episodes!”
Heather Strong Moore via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/23
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“I've learned so much about the origins of K Pop through this K Pop Dreaming. Thank you for making this podcast Vivian!”Read full review »
rolexop36 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/23
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“Haven’t listened to season 1 yet but I am loving season 2”
imjustaporegirl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/23
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“Finally, there’s a podcast devoted to the origins of k-pop as well as related Korean genres like trot! I love how the host weaves together her personal experiences and broader Korean history with audio snippets of songs and people to bring the podcast to life. This is a gem of a podcast and...”Read full review »
jipjopflop via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/23
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“Relatable for my 3rd gen kids!”
SFBayAreaNative via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/23
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“Loving the K-Pop season! Such emotive and vibrant story-telling that feels deeply-rooted in the best parts LA's culture and history. A great show for anyone who wants to learn about k-pop, feel nostalgic about the 90's, or walk a mile in someone else's shoes~”Read full review »
Podjester via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/23
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“Change happens in every city. Many good changes have happened in LA but you would never know it from this podcast. Also let’s stop pretending writing your initials with spray paint is art. It’s not. It’s just uncool and trashy. Good storytelling and production quality though.”
amamasse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/23
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“Enjoyed listening to this podcast. 👍🏼”
walchaclan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/24/22
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“We’ll done y’all.”
Boots Amick via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/22
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“I so wanted to get into this podcast but twice trying to listen to it I was turned off by the endless in and out between commentary and music and snail pacing. It felt like a never ending intro. Couldn’t manage to stick with it so I moved on. Hopefully good for others.”
Salumi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/22
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“The show would be good for five year olds learning about immigration for the first time”
Allencpa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/22
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“Very cool look at culture and real life. Love the writing and the way it’s produced.”
need chocolate now via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/22
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“This is the type of podcast I’ve been looking for I need more.”
l.m.zapata312 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/22
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“Truly wonderful storytelling. Exactly what I want from a podcast. Stories that are so different from my own; that open & change my mind. And I love your mom. 🥰”
dkdtmorris via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/22
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“This whole podcast was great beginning to end. My favorite episode was “Kobe”. As a native Angeleno who grew up here and left then came back I too am always fighting to remember the way it was and trying to keep the memory alive.”
julifigs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/22
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“My favorite episode so far is The Parrots: A Parable. It was very emotional and well done. I Plan on sharing it with my coworkers. We are all animal lovers. It might be because our motto for our organization is celebrating and saving wildlife and wild places.
I hope you choose to upload my...”Read full review »
Debi0620 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/21
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“I loved this podcast SO much. I love hearing stories about LA, so hearing these stories that might not otherwise be told is wonderful.”
MollyJessicaAnn via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/02/21
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“I’ve never done a review but I really enjoyed Diane Guerrero’s show. Both episodes were very inspiring, heartfelt and valuable. Keep it going Diane - love you girl!”
Skooting via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/21
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“I don’t listen to any podcasts but typically just take the few minutes I have as a busy mom to listen to NPR and stay current on news. The image and title struck me because I am an LA native and love my urban city and my state too. I am white and I may not be the demographic imagined for this...”Read full review »
Bookworm•22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/21
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conjuringthedivine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/21
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“Okay the intros always feel like a movie trailer and that’s what sets you guys apart from other podcast. Love the way the mood is set and love to see the Latino community thriving! ✨💫”
Johanna Moon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/21
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“I am a refugee from my home city of Los Angeles as well as California and was born very close to where the stories in Compton takes place. Unfortunately what was once a open black community is long gone. It’s primarily Latino now along with most of the county’s gateway cities from which I am...”Read full review »
thefelonattorney via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/21
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“This is the version of LA that only native angelenos can identify. Not the Hollywood version. We need more of these.”
Eeeenonymous via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/21
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“This is the west coast version of my east coast child hood, but with a happier ending..😂”
seeeeaaancoovv via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/21
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“Great production quality and Walter is such an amazing storyteller.
I’m so excited for the next season”
taparkshaper via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/11/21
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“As a native Angeleno, I totally approve and loved all gf the stories, especially the parrots, as I grew up in the ‘dena.”
AdrienneMarieS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/21
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“Another “pro-black” podcast where the narrator identifies just how much he hates white people and wishes he never saw them all within the first ten minutes. Don’t waste your time with this nonsense.”
B3asy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/21
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“There is LOTS of content out there but not a lot of good content. If you are burning through first episodes in search of something meaningful & thoughtful and not inciting, give this a spin. It drips with composure and will not play the cheap note of grievance.”
lion rock heart via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/21
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“As a native Angelino I thought it’d be interesting listening to historical accounts of the history of L.A. What I got was so much more. Walter Thompson Hernandez’s tell of the human side of L.A. is thought provoking. His stories are raw, yet his compassion for our city is evident. His word are...”Read full review »
OhPharoah via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/21
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“This podcast was so beautifully written. Just when I think the last episode was my favorite one the next one captures me. I shed tears, laughed and smiled. Brilliant.”
Cheeky Cheri via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/21
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“This mans outlook on life and the world is so beautiful.”
Kmariii1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/21
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“This dude is real what a dope podcast finally something different I can listen and relate too .”
Javier Hernandez chicharito via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/21
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“Thank you for bringing your story to us. I’m definitely intrigued and can’t wait for more.”
nvdatay via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/21
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“Walter is an impressive storyteller both in terms of how he captivates the audience and in the honesty he demonstrates digging into his own life experiences. His mosaic of different stories showcase LA’s depth and diversity. A must listen.”
thegigisbig via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/21
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“The episode on graffiti art was so rich and informative. I’ve never heard graffiti describedIn a way that I could better understand the motivation behind it. Thank you so much for sharing your art through this podcast. Just absolutely awesome.”
Usermalone via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/21
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“True to LA love.”
mexicancaravan69 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/21
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“This was such a good podcast! I didn’t want it to end!”
hobo1230-0 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/21
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“This podcast is so full of brilliant storytelling and important information skillfully tucked in along with it. It was so easy to binge, I was sucked in to every episode!”
cmcustodio via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/21
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“Your experiences were beautifully told and humbling. Thank you”
lezsebas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/11/21
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“Love Walter’s perspective. He is a genius story teller.”
LoveIllinois via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/21
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“People that think Kobe Bryant is a rapist are retards.👌🏻”
i love vorw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/21
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“I grew up in LA and it’s awesome to hear the voices of the next generation!!”
AnnetteFlo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/21
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