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#21: White Day & Korea’s Monthly Couple Holidays – How Korea Celebrates Love!
Did you know that in Korea, Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples—and that March 14th, White Day, is just as important? But that’s not all! Korea also has a special r...
#20: Korean Sentence Endings: How to Sound Natural & Express Emotion
Choosing the right sentence ending in Korean can make all the difference in how polite, natural, or expressive you sound! In this episode, we’ll break down some of the...
#19: Reflecting on Korean History: 2.28 and 3.1 Movements
Welcome back to TOPIK & Beyond! In today’s full Korean episode, we reflect on two important events in Korean history: the 2.28 Student Democratic Movement and the Marc...
#18: A Guide to -도, -만, -밖에: Korean Particles That Make or Break Your Sentences
Particles are small, but they’re powerful in Korean! In this episode of TOPIK & Beyond, we’re diving into three commonly confused particles: -도 (also), -만 (only), and ...
#17: Valentine’s Day Special: Feel the Love with Our TOPIK II Mastery Program
Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone! 💖 In this special episode of TOPIK & Beyond, we’re spreading the love—Korean style! Today, I’ll introduce you to my TOPIK II Mastery P...
#16: Untranslatable Words and Expressions: Understanding Korean Culture Through Language
Ever come across a Korean word that just doesn’t translate neatly into English? Words like 정 (jeong) or 눈치 (nunchi) carry meanings so deep that a simple translation do...
#15:Exploring Korean Idioms and Proverbs: Seollal Special (Full Korean)
새해 복 많이 받으세요! (Happy New Year!) In this full-Korean episode of TOPIK & Beyond, we celebrate the Lunar New Year by diving into the fascinating world of Korean idioms an...
#14: Demystifying the Listening Section of TOPIK: Tips, Grammar, and Practice
Does the listening section of the TOPIK exam make you nervous? You’re not alone! In this episode of TOPIK & Beyond, Eliza breaks down the essentials to help you approa...
#13: Study Tips for Beginner Korean Learners
Struggling to stay consistent in your Korean language studies? In this episode of TOPIK & Beyond, Eliza shares practical strategies to help beginner learners overcome ...
#12: Achieve Your Korean Language Goals with TOPIK & Beyond
Welcome to year 2025's very first episode of TOPIK & Beyond! In this episode, your host Eliza shares the inspiring story behind the creation of the podcast and why the...
#11: Reflecting on the Year and Setting Goals
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your progress and set new goals for 2025. In this episode of TOPIK & Beyond, we dive into the art of refl...
#10: Celebrating Christmas and New Year in Korea
In this festive episode of TOPIK & Beyond, we explore how Korea celebrates Christmas and New Year, blending global customs with uniquely Korean traditions. From romant...
#9: Korean Holiday Foods
In this episode of TOPIK & Beyond, we’re diving into the world of Korean holiday foods, where tradition meets flavor. Learn about the dishes that take center stage dur...
#8: Discover Korea’s Magical Winter Traditions
Winter in Korea is a season filled with charm, warmth, and unique traditions. In this episode of TOPIK & Beyond, we explore the magic of Korean winter—from iconic fest...
#7: Celebrating 송년회: End-of-Year Parties in Korean Culture
In this episode of TOPIK & Beyond, we dive into the Korean tradition of 송년회 (song-nyeon-hoe), or end-of-year parties. These gatherings are a time for reflection, grati...
#6: Express Yourself in Korean: Key Phrases to Speak with Confidence
Episode Description:In this episode, we dive into three essential areas to help you express yourself naturally in Korean: describing your feelings, talking about prefe...
#5: Sound Natural in Korean: Using -어요 and -는 거예요
In this full-Korean episode, we’re focusing on two essential forms, -어요 and -는 거예요, that can make your Korean sound more natural and conversational. These expressions ...
#4: Sound Natural in Korean: Essential Fillers You Need to Know
In this episode, we dive into a key ingredient for sounding natural in Korean: fillers! Learn how to use essential fillers like 음 (um…), 그러니까 (so…), and 글쎄요 (well…) to...
#3: One Reason You Don’t Sound Like a Native
In this episode, we explore how the present tense in Korean transitions from formal, textbook-style language to natural, conversational expressions. I’ll guide you thr...
#2: Essential Vocabulary for TOPIK: Leveling Up from TOPIK I to II
In this episode, we’ll explore key vocabulary to help you start transitioning from TOPIK Level I to Level II. These words will not only support your exam preparation b...
