K-Everything

1 season available

Daniel Dae Kim explores the worldwide surge of South Korean influence, examining its impact on everything from cinema and music to aesthetics and cuisine.
K-Pop
S1 E1

The Korean pop industry has produced some of the most successful music acts ever; Behind the catchy tunes and slick choreography, there is a fine-tuned formula for creating hits and harnessing the power of fans.

K-Film
S1 E2

In the space of a generation, South Korea's film and TV industry goes from facing censorship to gaining international recognition; Daniel Dae Kim explores the themes that concern Korean creators and their presence in international audiences.

K-Food
S1 E3

Top chefs are digging into Korea's history to make the most of what's available and transforming fine dining across the world; Daniel Dae Kim explores the meteoric rise of Korean food.

K-Beauty
S1 E4

Many people want the polished appearance of K-pop idols; Daniel Dae Kim realizes how modernization and political changes root appearance-consciousness in Korean society.