

Rachel Lee
A journalist from BBC Korean who brings the extraordinary story of Park Jung-oh's messages to North Korea.
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Jun 11, 2024 • 13min
Why is feminism taboo in South Korea?
Journalists Rachel Lee and Chloe Hadjimatheou discuss the growing anti-feminist sentiment in South Korea, the Burning Sun scandal involving K-pop stars and crimes against women, and the 4B movement on TikTok promoting gender equality. They shed light on the challenges feminists face and the government's response to protect women in Korean society.

May 18, 2024 • 27min
The Fifth Floor: Message in a bottle to North Korea
A defector from North Korea, Park Jung-oh, sends bottles filled with rice and USB sticks to North Korea. Rachel Lee shares his story. Madina Dahiru Maishanu from BBC Hausa talks about her show. Plus, Thomas Naadi discusses Stevie Wonder's connection with Ghana.

Aug 21, 2024 • 1h 1min
Rachel Lee
Guest Rachel Lee, known as the mastermind behind the infamous Bling Ring, shares her intriguing backstory amid Hollywood's glitzy backdrop. She discusses her early life that fueled her desire for luxury, the thrills and pressures leading to her criminal escapades with Nick, and the audacious heists targeting celebrities like Paris Hilton. The conversation delves into the impacts of fame, the unraveling of her crime spree, and the complex legal aftermath, ultimately raising questions about group dynamics in crime and societal reactions to celebrity culture.