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#707: Live from South Korea — Steve Jang on Korea’s Exploding “Soft Power,” The Poverty-to-Power Playbook, K-Pop, “Han” Energy, Must-See Movies, Export Economies, and Much More

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The Duality of Han and Jung in Korean Culture

This chapter examines the contrasting elements of Korean cultural expressions, focusing on K-pop's polished image versus the raw storytelling in Korean cinema. It introduces the concept of 'Han,' a collective emotional struggle that both shapes and motivates the Korean narrative. By exploring 'Jung' and 'Han,' the chapter reveals how these sentiments influence interpersonal relationships and the storytelling landscape in Korea.

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