13.10 - Podcast Review of Episode 10 of Start-Up

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we’ll be discussing Episode 10 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In Jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: Lonesome Diary by Sandeul, We Want To Be Like You by Park Sejun, and Without Your Letter by Lee Nyeom.The many confessions in this episode, especially by Han Ji Pyeong and Nam Do San, and how they each deal with rejection.The depth of Seo Dal Mi’s devastation as she discovers the truth behind the letters and struggles with shattered confidence before Demo Day.The beautiful and layered bus station scene between Nam Do San and Seo Dal Mi, including her heartbreaking question, “Was it fun?”Han Ji Pyeong’s emotional confession over lunch and the debate between us about whether it was character assassination or honesty.The emotional and philosophical discussion between Nam Do San and his father about shedding expectations and just being themselves.Chul San’s confession to Jung Sa Ha and how she unexpectedly seems touched by his sincerity.The symbolism of the suit and the decision by Nam Do San to present his authentic self, not a version dressed up for someone else.How the theme of “white lies” echoes across multiple storylines—grandmother, Nam Do San, Han Ji Pyeong, and Won In Jae—and the consequences of those lies.The offer by Alex Kwon of a job at 2STO and the golden handcuffs of stock options; Joanna explains the financial implications in USD.The haunting storyline about Yong San’s brother and his desire for revenge against Han Ji Pyeong, whom he blames for his brother’s death.The significance of “Plan B,” and how both Joanna and Sung Hee interpret its double meaning in different ways.Filming locations from Start-Up, including Oil Tank Culture Park (Sandbox exterior), Yeouido Hangang Park (corndog stand), Uijeongu Cathedral (church), and the Conrad Hotel in Seoul (HJP's apartment).ReferencesFilming Locations for Start-UpCaught in the Act: Practical and Legal Considerations When Executives’ Office Love Affair ExposedLee Nyeom on Spotify