Muk-jji-bba Podcast

We have a very special guest on today’s episode - New York resident and MJB’s (self-proclaimed) #1 fan, Aris! Join us as we do a deeper dive on our greatest fears and the dynamics of New York run clubs.

Join us as we talk about how we’ve improved our small talk and fake laughs over the years for survival purposes, which celebrity couples are a bit questionable, our count of celebrity sightings (spoiler alert: Judy wins), and what Dr. Phil really looks like in person.

What do driving, frogs, and kidnapping have in common? Join us as we talk about our fears, both rational and irrational!

It’s only February, but it feels like we’ve been in 2025 for far too long. Join us as we crash out a lil!!

Happy early Valentine’s Day! In honor of this holiday, we have two very special guests - Hiseo and Bobby! Join us as they share with us the lore of their relationship and everything in between!

During this first month of 2025, we reflect on some of our life’s firsts!

Happy 2025!! Join us as we recap how we spent our holidays and our personal visions for 2025.

‘Tis the season! Whether your calendar is filled with holiday plans or your holidays are looking to be a quiet one this year, join us as we chat about the both festive and non-festive parts of this time of year.

 If we live to 100, we’ve lived almost a quarter of our lifetime. With that means the inevitable onset of our quarter-life crisis. Join us as we release thoughts that have been festering within us and our resolve to treat ourselves like plants.

Muk-jji-bba-ga joahaneun balance game! Balance game! Game - START!

In the last several months, the three of us tag teamed going to Korea. We each had similar yet different experiences. Listen to find out more about our trips!

We’re kicking off season 3 with a little catch-up session where we talk about what we’ve been up to and our vision for this new season :)

An inevitable part of life is saying goodbyes. In this episode, we talk about how we’ve moved on from various things we’ve said goodbye to, whether it be our college days or relationships. We also say goodbye to Season 2! Thank you to everyone who joined us for this past season, and we’ll see you again soon with Season 3~

In this episode, we get a little ~deep~ as we dive into our attachment styles and love languages. Then somehow, our conversation evolves into what a socially acceptable animated crush is and if there are any similarities amongst all our crushes.

Does he like me? Does she like me? Some of life’s most pressing questions. In this episode, we share some of the ways we convey interest or lack thereof with some special guests to help us see the male’s side of things.

We think of a million random things throughout the day. Join us as we unpack some random things we’ve realized as of recent and as we also try to find our true voice.

Continuing on with our theme of introspection, we reflect back on the first quarter of 2024. So much, yet so little has happened. And we hope to have much more to look forward to in Q2.

In this episode, we get a little introspective and talk about our own red/green flags.

In this episode, we talk about all of the icons of our childhood. From our favorite K-pop idols to the most memorable Nickelodeon theme songs, we go back in time to relive our childhood.

In this episode, we talk about encounters with exes. Unexpected or expected, what is one supposed to do in these situations?!

In this episode, we ask each other the famous “36 Questions To Fall lIn Love”. By the end of this, you’ll be madly in love with us <3

In this episode, we talk about the season of love~ we react and comment to NYT’s “100 Small Acts of Love” and some of the posts on the Valentine’s Day thread on Reddit.

In this episode, we talk about our pet peeves and the various things, big and small, that can push our buttons!

Join us as we ponder and deliberate between some tough choices we may be faced with in the realm of dating!

What does it mean to be a girlboss? Is it something we should aspire to be? How does one become one? Join us as we explore these questions!

A topic that never gets old to talk about! In this episode, we talk about what gives us the ick and what we think are some red and green flags.

We’re kicking off season 2 with two very special guests - Lina and Eunice! The apartment is back together to talk about life as a grad school student, wedding planning, and reliving our college days together.

Goodbye 2023, and hello 2024! MJB recaps 2023 and our resolutions for the new year. Thank you to all our listeners! Hope you guys have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! See you in Season 2 :)

Happy December! It’s getting colder, and we’re feeling the holiday spirit! Join us as we talk about traditions and recollect cozy holiday memories.

At long last, Grant has made an appearance on MJB! Get to know the younger Hyun and the Hyun sibling dynamic.

What would you do if you lost your memory? What would you do if your significant other’s parents don’t like you? “Love Reset” has us thinking about these tough questions!

Awkwardness. An inevitable part of any interaction and life in general. Maybe we just gotta embrace it! Disclaimer: We apologize for the audio quality this episode. We forgot to hit “record” on the podcast system. How awkward.

Happy (almost) Halloween! If you’re in the mood for a little spook, you’ve come to the right place.

On this episode of MJB, we have a very special guest - Hiseo Lee! Join us as we ponder what 27 means and consider several ~hot takes~ and introspective questions.

School is back in session… but not for us! Join us as we reflect on year 1 of postgrad and our hopes and dreams for year 2.

You asked. We answered!   Thank you to everyone who submitted questions!

Childhood - an interesting time. In middle school, hugs with a significant other had to be planned in advance. In third grade, a pencil sharpener had other purposes than to sharpen pencils. In first grade, cacti were fluffy.  Disclaimer: There will be mentions of throw-up and blood. Listener discretion is advised.

Which city has the best tennis courts? Which city has the best wildlife? Which city has the best talent show? Listen to find out!

We talk about our childhood hopes, dreams, and aspirations including, but not limited to, what it takes to become a carrot.

Let’s play Muk-jji-bba. A simple game in the midst of a not so simple life. Existential crisis? Maybe. But we’re in it for the ride~ Join us. Headphone users beware. Apologies in advance for the audio. We’re still learning. Hehe.