152: "The situation has changed on the Korean peninsula..."
Feb 1, 2012
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Discussion on the change in the Korean Peninsula after Kim Jong Il's death, North Korea's communist regime, vocabulary related to surgery and human rights violations, nuances of language, succession of Kim Jong Il's son, skepticism about the new leader, and exploration of North Korea's unique regime.
The podcast highlights the harsh communist regime of North Korea and the dominance of the 'personality cult' of its 'Dear Leader' since 2011.
Agnes expresses skepticism towards North Korea's leadership, questioning the potential for an uprising similar to the Arab Spring in Pyongyang.
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Dialogue Between Agnès and Etienne on North Korea Events
The dialogue between Agnès and Etienne delves into events on the Korean Peninsula in December 2011. They discuss the city's population and the regime's influence, focusing on suffering and governmental recommendations to the public. Agnes finds the regime's language scandalous, emphasizing the shocking nature of North Korea's situation compared to other countries.
Agnes's Views on North Korea and New Leader
Agnes expresses skepticism towards North Korea and its leadership. She compares the situation there to other global events, highlighting the strict control over the population and the lack of external contact, such as internet access. Agnes also questions the potential for an uprising akin to the Arab Spring in Pyongyang.
Vocabulary and Expressions Studied in the Dialogue
The conversation introduces vocabulary related to suffering, government control, and societal uprisings. It explores expressions such as 'undergo surgery' and 'to split in two,' providing a vivid depiction of events on the Korean Peninsula. Agnes's descriptions of visuals from the region add depth to the dialogue and showcase her perception of the regime and its impact.
The situation on the Korean Peninsula changed dramatically in December 2011 with the death of Kim Jong Il. Our conversation in this lesson focuses on the harsh communist regime of North Korea, long dominated by the 'personality cult' of its 'Dear Leader'.
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