Period Poverty in Korea - A Fight for Women's Health

WORD OF THE WEEK: Magic! In 2016, the term 'insole girls' went viral on Korean social media. The reason? The price of menstrual pads was raised by a whopping 20% under the cruel hand of Yuhan Kimberley, forcing many lower-income women to use shoe insoles as a replacement. Tune in as we discuss the history of menstrual health in modern Korea through social, economic, and political perspectives. Follow the podcast on Instagram @whatshanyourmind for more updates! - Hannah Roberts on Instagram @hannah_intl and @byhannahlou - Allison Needels on Instagram @pinpoint.korea and www.PinPointKorea.com