Striking Back in Seoul Battling Chaebols and Skyrocketing Rents

What this episode covers

In this narrative, we venture to Seoul, South Korea, a city grappling with the dominance of chaebols - large family-owned conglomerates - in the real estate market. We follow the journey of a group of tenants who, faced with exorbitant rent increases and unresponsive landlords, decide to take a stand. Through their collective action, they challenge the power of these corporate giants, demanding not only fair rents but also a more equitable housing market. Join us as we explore this unique rent strike, its challenges, victories, and the lasting impact it had on Seoul's housing justice movement. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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