Reviews
“I’ve always had an attraction for North Korea because of its very strangeness. This podcast deals with the strangeness, but goes deeper into giving a glimpse into what real life might be like. There’s an obvious attempt to provide the results of real research by both Korean and foreign experts.”
Bilas Peles via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/23
“NK News is an information aggregator. Interesting topics. Could do better in creating a mini series that produces a report. This might assist in getting subscribers to pay for NK Pro…maybe 🤷🏽”
n(joy) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/23
“I really enjoyed the many interesting guests so far.”
Fundatus via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
05/06/23
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“I’ve always been passingly interested in North Korea, and this is the podcast that I’ve been looking for my entire life. The topics they discuss are detailed, nuanced, and very current. I can’t get enough of these.”
HippieThrowdown via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/23
“The podcast doesn’t review or recap basics of North Korean politics or life, so it might not be a good starting point for learning. But if you know a bit about the country, this is a great resource for more advanced learning.”
paperwilliamz via Apple Podcasts ·
Japan ·
02/15/23
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“Thorough, well researched and engaging! Love to listen. Keep up the great content… would personally love more defector stories (even though I know they are a little overdone)”
e.m-/:;()$&@"0987 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/20/23
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“More of the same western propaganda on the DPRK.”
devout catalyst via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/23
“Good insight for anyone interested in DPRK!”
CaptainGazzy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/15/22
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“NKNews provides insight into ‘the hermit nation’. Great job.”
Senor MegaPelo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/09/22
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“Thorough journalism, great production quality, incredible guests, excellent host, I'm really enthralled with this show. Highly recommend.”Read full review »
SmacQuinn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/22
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“Interesting topics. Excellent preparation by the interviewer (Jacco) and good questions always asked! Congrats on getting to Episode 250!!”
ChrisCP55 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/22
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“If you have any interest in North Korea you need to add this pod to your list.
Jacco is a God, incredibly knowledgeable and his enthusiasm shines.”
Buckers70' via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/24/22
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“Excellent insights ever episode. Thanks for the program.”
Joe Uliana via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/22
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“Brilliant podcast that has educated me greatly on a country I’ve been interested in for a long time.”
FenixE21 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/23/22
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“Just started listening to podcast, excellent & well produced”
inquisitive person via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/05/22
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“Always an interesting listen! Jacko for PM. From an enlightened and ashamed listener (who has put off leaving a review for far too long).”
CrowleyCrudz via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/19/22
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“There’s always something new and fascinating in this podcast- excellent international guests!”
Jsndjcjsndk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/22
“This is my favorite podcast! It’s a great listen. Jacco is a wonderful host, and the guests are always amazing. A good podcast for a seasoned DPRK watcher, and would also be great for someone who is simply curious.”
sullysandals via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/22
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“Interesting podcast hosted by Jacko’s Wetsuit. Good if you are after a ‘blob’/establishment perspective … the guests range from centrist to right wing, and the discussion can feel a little unfocused, but it certainly gives you an insight.”
Ol Al Pants via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/11/22
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“This is a must listen to podcast for anyone who is interested in the Korean Peninsula, the Korean problem set, and the relationships between the DPRK and other state and non-state actors.”
Ken "Skynet" Hills via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/22
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“The conversation is really engaging! Nice to hear discourse in addition to reporting on current conditions”
Jexxer3000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/22
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“This is the by far the most interesting and useful podcast if you are intrigued by North Korea. Guest usually have first hand experience of the country and are very knowledgeable, as are the hosts.”
SignedByChris via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/25/22
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“Jacco does a great time finding great guests with incredible insight into the DPRK.”
Ol_Stully via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/21
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“An excellent podcast that provides an up-to-date look into North Korea.”
Sakuralew via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/24/21
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“Best look into the “hermit kingdom” out there”
SocialMediaMaverick via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/21
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“The NKNews.org podcast matters now more than ever.”
x the oracle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/15/21
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“I listen to this podcast on a regular basis and find it very informative. I enjoy the various topics they talk about pertaining to North Korea.”
Galps90 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/09/21
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“How many podcasts can boast of having both a former vice president of a major professional wrestling promotion (Eric Bischoff) and a distinguished professor of Korean studies (Andrei Lankov) on as guests? That’s what’s great about the NKNews Podcast: it adopts an inclusive approach to covering...”Read full review »
michaelpfriesen via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/09/21
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“I enjoy the great variety of guests including hearing from the military personnel and ambassadors who worked directly with North Korea.”
Mightymo67 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/21
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“I listen to this podcast regularly and love the guests and topics they have. Great listen!”
KyoBelial via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/21
“Intelligent host, expert guests, great insights and research. All delivered from Seoul.”
getnice. via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/24/21
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“This podcast continues to exceed my expectations with every episode! From academic experts in the field to defectors from North Korea and practitioners at both the civil society and political levels, the wide range of guests on this show, including high level political officials, lends a candid...”Read full review »
CM6791 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/19/21
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“This is one of those weird, niche, podcasts which itches the interest in that unique weird country.”
androi d via Apple Podcasts ·
Austria ·
11/16/21
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“I highly recommend this podcast, it is so informative and insightful into the veil of DPRK. The podcast is very professionally done and well made.”
nycmalemodel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/03/21
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“Informative professional enlightening views on North Korea past to present. Thank you.”
Another Alcoholic via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/28/21
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“An excellent podcast - Jacco does a superb job of catering to both knowledgeable listeners and those venturing into the field for the first time. Fascinating guests, too. Highly recommended.”
thetalentedmrripples via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/26/21
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“I am a university student studying North Korea nuclear issues and an active Korea watcher. Thanks to Jacco for facilitating wonderful interviews with a broad spectrum of experts with different kinds of issues. I learn a lot from this podcast.”
whatshiuldidofornickname via Apple Podcasts ·
South Korea ·
10/13/21
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“Truly divers show, broad range of topics and guests with first hand experiences. Lead by a to the point host, you’ll be a fan.”
Jochem Homminga via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
07/29/21
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“While this show does have many guest with impressive experience and credentials but I have never heard one N.K defector on this show. Consequently, to me this is a major flaw of this show. There are some questions that we only someone who has lived there as native citizen can answer.”
flyinghoofs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/22/21
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“Jacko is an excellent host and incredible moderator. I’ve learned so much from this series and highly recommend it to anyone even casually interestedly the topic of NK.”
sullenboys via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/21
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“Insightful. Fresh. Relevant.”
J-Roc DC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/21
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“This is a great podcast with some interesting people talking about the most mysterious country in the world. Definitely worth a listen”
Commotion via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/05/21
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“Cheers Jacco. I’m a regular listener and really value your podcast as a source of information on North Korea. Just listened to your interview with Ben Young. Fascinating.”
Namunara1986 via Apple Podcasts ·
South Korea ·
05/04/21
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“Great cast for anyone with an interest in NK. An intellectual conversation with great guests and host.”
FlipTango via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/26/21
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“I recently discovered this podcast. I have a casual interest in NK and its mysterious workings. This podcast offers varied insight regarding the Hermit Kingdom. Listen, listen, listen!”
Zxzzzxzxz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/21
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“What a joy it is to listen to the NK News podcast. The topics are interesting, the guests top-notch, and the host with a breath of knowledge that should be the envy of other podcasts.
If you are new to the podcast a few that come to mind as muscle listens:
Interviews with Andrew Lankov
Episode...”Read full review »
joska1738 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/21
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“The host know what they are talking about and it’s an good podcast to get good quality information about the DPRK”
Vini Dalvino via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/15/21
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