EPISODE · Apr 21, 2023 · 23 MIN
The music genre Korean elders 'trot' to
from Headlines From The Times · host Jeong Park, Gustavo Arellano, Denise Guerra, Kasia Broussalian, Ashlea Brown, David Toledo Diaz, Mario Diaz, Mark Nieto, Mike Heflin, Jazmín Aguilera, Shani O. Hilton, Roberto Reyes, Heba Elorbany, Nicolas Perez, Helen Li
“Trot” is a Korean music genre that has been around for decades. But in recent years, it has exploded in popularity in Southern California. The biggest fans? Immigrant seniors.Today, we talk about trot’s history, staying power and role in the Korean American community. Read the full transcript here.Host: Gustavo ArellanoGuests: L.A. Times Asian American communities reporter Jeong ParkMore reading:K-Pop isn’t the only hot ticket in Koreatown — how ‘trot’ is captivating immigrantsKoreatown’s elderly immigrants find the lure of the casino bus a blessing and a curseClub helps older Korean immigrants find their political voice
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“Trot” is a Korean music genre that has been around for decades. But in recent years, it has exploded in popularity in Southern California. The biggest fans? Immigrant seniors.
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