The Migooks
The Migooks
April Tandy and Jackson Tandy
Migook, or 미국 사람, means "American" in the Korean language; the name of the show is a tribute to our life as expats. Our community is a mix of expats, travelers, and global-minded citizens. We value honesty over glamour, and we appreciate the authenticity of a heartfelt, living-room style discussion over coffee.
#71 The Final Episode
Today we discuss our reasons for ending the podcast, as well as our plans for the future.
Nov 2, 2020
36 min
#70 What is a Chaebol?, Seoul's Real Estate Crisis, and a Brief History of Modern Korea
(0:00) Life Updates (10:00) Chaebols, Samsung, LG, Hyundai, Chung Ju-Yung, Chung Mong-Koo, Chung Eui-Sun (38:00) Seoul's Real Estate Crisis, Housing Prices in Songdo, Rising Rental Prices in Korea (55:00) Complex Systems like the Human Body, the Environment, and the Economy.
Oct 20, 2020
1 hr 3 min
#68 The Social Dilemma, Emotional Reactions, Polarization in America
We watched the Social Dilemma over the weekend and we've got A LOT to talk about today.
Sep 28, 2020
1 hr 14 min
#67 Multi-Cultural Couples, Korean Fashion, K-Drama Tropes, and Giving Birth in Korea
We're all over the place today! Check the full show notes for time markers for different subjects. This is a fun episode, fueled by cool weather and hot espresso. Enjoy!
Sep 15, 2020
54 min
#66 Anti-racism, Critical Race Theory, OHSU Cancels Covid Study, Steve Nash Hiring, Oregon Cares Fund
Trying to make sense of Anti-racism and Critical Race Theory in America. Three examples we discuss are 1) OHSU cancelling a Covid-19 study, 2) ESPN reporting on the Steve Nash Hiring, and 3) The Oregon Cares Fund dedicating 62 million dollars to black families.
Sep 7, 2020
1 hr 14 min
#65 Corona 2.5, A Trip to the ER, and the Power of Gratitude
Korea goes on semi-lockdown, April and Jackson take a 2am trip to the Hospital Emergency Room, and 2020 tries to knock us all down but we keep on trudging and fighting to stay optimistic.
Sep 1, 2020
51 min
#64 Jackson's Surgery, April's New Job, Rising Coronavirus Cases in Korea
This is a "catch-me-up" episode where we talk about what's been happening this month, from Hospital Visits to Changing Jobs to Rising Coronavirus Cases in Korea.
Aug 24, 2020
58 min
#63 Monsoon Season, Summer Screw-ups, Korea's Rapid Rise, Traveling in the City vs. Rural Areas
Would you rather visit Korea in the Summer or the Winter? How about the City vs. the Rural areas?
Aug 3, 2020
41 min
#62 Chipotle (Cuchara) in Gangnam, Primal Fears, Lucid Dreams, Riots in Eugene and Portland, What's Wrong in America?
1st half of today's show is all over the place: Busses, Trains, Whales, Crocodiles, Ghosts, Mexican Food in Asia. 2nd half of the show is about the Riots in America and what's wrong with your country.
Jul 28, 2020
1 hr 9 min
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