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“Where is season two!?”
HiahThanYou via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/28/24
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“Wow! Truly such a special project. This will easily be the gold standard I look for when exploring this medium.”
A3LL3N80G3N via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/22
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“First time I am rating a podcast. When I started to listen to the first episode, I wasn’t sure if I could handle all the graphic sounds, (I am 77 years old and grew up on radio stories but not so sexually explicit) however, this has definitely been the best podcast I’ve ever heard and I commend...”Read full review »
gramma mari via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/19/22
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“Genuinely I am not the same person after this series. It introduced me to my favorite album+song of all time (Haenim, Kim Jung Mi’s Now), the characters still stick with me after a few years (particularly Ester Moon’s character), and it masterfully tells a compelling story in only six episodes,...”Read full review »
2019 ? via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/22
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“Same man but with Arabic”
thistlesandstars via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/09/22
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“Listened to this in 2019 and I’m still here in 2021 trying to find a podcast that is as immersive and interesting as this one.”
natacatatat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/22
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“Such a beautiful podcast by James Kim. Great story about queerness, race and Korean culture, immigration, family, and the importance of place. Loved the score, music, and relationship between Paul and Gina; it reminded me of how much my mom loves me! Will there be a season 2???”
Frogger54 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/21
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“Thank you for sharing such a wonderful masterpiece. I am emotionally flawed. Sending love from New Zealand. Absolutely 5 stars!”
TKarehana via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
11/08/21
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“this was the best podcast i’ve ever listened to. i am forever changed.”
tytionnam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/21
“I felt like I was actually in Flex with Paul and his friends so immersive was the soundscape! Beautiful storytelling that left me with a tear in my eye at the end. At around 20 mins an episode so much happens but it doesn’t feel rushed and it’s also not intimidatingly long. Loved how there was no...”Read full review »
Ladywhiskey00 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/14/21
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“Beautifully honest and personal, a very specific story with lots of humanity. Amazing sound design, loved the immersive experience and visual soundscapes. I genuinely laughed several times, too.”
bienlorenza via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
04/09/21
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“What an incredible story. Absolutely loved every minute.”
the girl who burns the bridges via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/21
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“This was my first time listening to a fictional podcast series, and I am so impressed with the standard moonface has set. I could very much relate to the protagonist, having been through similar life experiences and found myself really connecting to the characters. Also the soundscape that was...”Read full review »
nauticalsomebody via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/16/20
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“This podcast is the first I ever religiously followed and heard. Its like my chore podcast. Everytime I am grocery shopping, cleaning I listen to it..I like how Eric is able to make people feel comfortable. He is well versed enough to not cross boundaries but also makes sure that people have a...”Read full review »
goel.sakshi28 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/20
“Just heard about this yesterday while listening to Anna Sale talk with Walter Thompson Hernandez, and he gave this podcast a great nod. So glad I listened and imagined along with the storyline. Music is cool too, as is the sound of life/living in and around Downey. I’ve never been there, but ow...”Read full review »
½ and ½ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/22/20
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“Thank you for this! It’s beautiful! Amazing music.”
#2,321 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/20
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“This show sounds so much like real life. I really hope more fiction podcasts work in this direction. We need more stories like this.”
~ Violet ~ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/20
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“Heartfelt insight into the life of a gay, Korean-American. Well written and acted, and surprisingly poignant choices of outro music.”
OUBrager via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
09/20/20
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“I laughed and cried. Absolutely loved this podcast”
_delsanders via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/20
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“My only complaint is that it felt too short. I wish I could have heard more about Paul and not just a couple of weeks of his life. Still 5 stars though. Great acting, music, and sound design.”
bubblebubblefriend via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/15/20
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“this story was beautiful and painful and felt so real. i listened to the entire thing in one sitting at 3am. thank you so much to everyone who worked on this or believed in it- we need more stories like this. i need more stories like this.”
jhsc08 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/15/20
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“One of the best podcasts I’ve listened to in a very long time. Touching, funny, quirky... the writing is sharp and the music is very well-chosen.
It’s great to listen to this piece of art and to hear a story that I can related too. Too bad I have only one episode left to listen to! Thanks James...”Read full review »
Matt9103 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/05/20
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“incredible storyline, i couldn’t stop thinking about it even after i finished listened to it. a work of art.”
lillian_lnt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/02/20
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“I started this at 10 am and finished at 3 pm the same day THATS HOW GOOD THIS SERIES IS!! Fell in love with it from the first episode and bawled my eyes out the entirety of the last episode. Rich in culture, family dynamics, first generation immigrants and so much more. Part of me is heartbroken...”Read full review »
adriiiii09 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/20
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“Beautiful podcast. One will get a great flavor of culture, acceptance and self awareness.”
Lucky Pod via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/25/20
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“Soothing and captivating at the same time, thank you for sharing this story”
easy_panini via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
05/11/20
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“I loved this so much!!! a heart warming story highlighting coming out, immigration family dynamics, and friendship. I need more content like this in my life. ❤️❤️❤️”
gerry94' via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/20
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“I loved every part of this, from the characters to the sounds. A very emotional, heart felt story that I would recommended to everyone!”
Yewkie77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/20
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“An important story, told succinctly and honestly, with great sound and music. More than a few moments that reminded me of my mum’s migrant experience. More than a few moments that reminded me of my coming out experience too. Can’t wait for more from this creator.”
AdamVarnhed via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/04/20
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“The sound design and story in this podcast is excellent. Riveting themes surrounding the relationship between mother and son. I love how they put in Korean language references and didn't always feel the need to translate, understanding that the reader can pick on the meaning through context....”Read full review »
Tarty party via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/20
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“5/5”
Spacekadette via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/20
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“So glad Code Switch sent me over here, what an absolutely phenomenal show! Sound design, story, voice actors, it’s just awesome. Yes, there are parts that are NSFW so be prepared to listen with headphones. James Kim”
quast051 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/20
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“What a phenomenal job the creators did!”
Ash8787421780 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/20
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𝚖𝚒𝚣𝚣𝚢~𝚌𝚑𝚊𝚗💕 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/01/20
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“This was so powerful and was very creative in the way the story unfolded
I hope there will be more from this author”
senior passenger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/20
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“Halfway through and dreading that there’s an ending episode . Don’t want it to end”
sticktodogtraining via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/27/20
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“Having a Korean immigrant for a parent and also living next to Downey, there was so much to relate to. Going in I didn’t know how relatable it would be, but whether it’s the LA Riverbed or Nakdong river, the story about harmonizing identities and responsibility towards one’s family and ones’s...”Read full review »
Sjinjeon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/20
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“I really enjoyed listening to this story, the scoring/ music was great. The storyline was also sweet and relatable. I’m not from Downey, but I think the feeling of not loving your hometown, but then coming to love it over time is relatable. I recommend it”
bonkers9892 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/20
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“James Kim and team, you all deserve an applause. Not sure why it took me so long to listen to this—BUT—I AM SO HAPPY THAT I FINALLY DID!! Not sure how anyone could give this less than 4 stars!
This was absolutely beautiful and beautifully raw; what an amazing story, beautiful voice acting,...”Read full review »
GracoTrunner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/20
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“Downey, CA...story about a Korean American guy and his relationship with friends and especially his mom. It’s a story about trying to love your parents, feeling guilty, trying to come to terms with who you are, growing up, accepting your friends, cultural pride, etc. I felt like I knew these...”Read full review »
Educational Mom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/20
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“A wonderfully produced story with impeccable sound design and editing. Each episode builds a more poignant and beautiful story. By the final episode I didn’t want it to end.”
jordanbrianl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/20
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“This podcast might not be for everyone but it’s tender and earnest. More please!”
AB : ) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/20
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“The characters come alive, the sound-scaping is beautiful, the emotions are raw. This story also gave me a glimpse into someone else's world and I could see the ways in which we are the same and different. Really well-done; thank you for making this!”Read full review »
Silverwolff via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/20
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“Excellent storytelling. Loved the characters, dialogue, music, and that there are multiple dimensions and threads and NO explanatory commas and things of that sort.”
Amy Chiquita via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/19
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“Was listening to Code Switch when they did an episode about this series. I love it enough to tell my friends about it”
DzesikaDorota via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/19
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“I stumbled upon this randomly, and it’s so good! The story is intriguing and it goes over modern issues, so it’s not a podcast you should pass by and the character development is deep and meaningful.”
bonjouruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/19
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“I wanted to like this podcast, but for me it went too far. I only got through the first two episodes. They were as close to a porn podcast as you can get. I’m guessing the reveal to his mother is emotional and heart wrenching but I am not going to invest the time. It’s to vulgar for my taste....”Read full review »
Lulu1298 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/19
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“Want MORE! Also being an offspring of Korean immigrants, I feel more about this character and his mom. WELL DONE! Highly recommend! So glad I stumbled into this podcast.”
JuleeKim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/25/19
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