Eat Your Kimchi

By SBS PopAsia

What's Eat Your Kimchi about?

Eat Your Kimchi on SBS PopAsia! Simon and Martina bring you all the latest on J-pop, K-pop and Asian pop culture. They take you on adventures through Japan and Korea, diving in to the culture, tasting the food and learning a lot along the way.

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Eat Your Kimchi episodes:

06.25.2018
That's a wrap!
After four wonderfully nasty years Simon and Martina say goodbye to SBS PopAsia. They look back at their time on the radio show and podcast, before sharing a final story about watching the World Cup at a lovely bar which...
06.18.2018
EXTRA: People are not robot servants
Have we lost our sense of manners and decency? Simon and Martina are seasoned travelers and are disappointed to see service workers being treated rudely by tourists all too often.
06.18.2018
Stories from Thailand
Simon and Martina are kicking back on a beach in Koh Samui, Thailand for their wedding anniversary and they've already racked up some fun stories just days into their trip. There's one about a little girl who wants a tattoo,...
06.12.2018
Appreciating food, culture & remembering Anthony Bourdain
Simon and Martina remember Anthony Bourdain who was a big influence and inspiration for them as foodies and presenters. Depression is a reality for some people, including Simon and Martina, who share their experiences living with the disease. If you,...
06.04.2018
EXTRA: Simon's musical memory
Simon is really bad when it comes to matching dates with particular events. Instead, the songs he listens to during certain events remain as time markers in his memory.
06.04.2018
How K-Pop can help the entire Korean music scene
Simon and Martina are passionate about the indie music scene in Korea but generally disappointed at the lack of promotion for these artists. Can the success of K-Pop bring attention to other music genres in Korea?
05.29.2018
Isle Of Dogs and trying to understand haters
Simon and Martina recently went to the premiere of the new Wes Anderson movie Isle Of Dogs and loved it. What they didn't love though, was the backlash towards the movie. Why do some movie critics take things too far?
05.28.2018
Best of the Eat Your Kimchi podcast - May 28
The best bits from the Eat Your Kimchi podcast.
05.21.2018
Does Seoul have what it takes to become cool again?
Korea has grown so much, even since they first moved to the country 8 years ago, but at what expense? Reminiscing of their early days in Korea, Simon and Martina wonder if Seoul can find its artistic flare again.
05.14.2018
EXTRA: Nothing beats mum's cooking
Simon and Martina share their stories growing up with food and some of their best memories of home cooked treats
05.14.2018
Japanese comfort food and rainy days
It's rainy season in Japan which means, Simon and Martina's story time! When you go to Japan, you're likely to try sushi, ramen, etc. But if you're lucky to spend some extra time in Japan, Simon and Martina let you...
05.07.2018
EXTRA: Giving presents vs giving experiences
Simon and Martina have changed the way they celebrate each other's birthday. instead of giving 'things' as presents, they're finding more value in non-material experiences.
05.07.2018
Golden week is the worst time to visit Japan
Golden Week, one of the busiest travel seasons, is the worst week to visit Japan. Restaurants and accommodation are usually fully booked and overpriced during this cluster of public holidays. Simon had his work cut out trying to plan Martina's...
04.30.2018
EXTRA: The unique Japanese skyline
The difference between buildings and homes in Japan and Korea. Simon and Martina give you some advice on finding the most interesting architecture (if you're into that kind of stuff!).
04.30.2018
Stop and smell the roses
After a few hectic weeks Simon and Martina decide to take a day off for some chill, exploration time. Taking in the local architecture and people-watching at the local park, the duo accidentally recreate a hipster movie scene. They share...
04.23.2018
EXTRA: Japan's business card culture
When doing business in Japan business cards vital. But Simon and Martina have some thoughts on the card exchanges.
04.23.2018
Wedding etiquette in Japan
Simon and Martina went to their first wedding in Japan. Some of it was familiar, some of it...not so much. The duo think they were horrible guests. What did they do at the wedding? It's a pretty funny story #lol
04.16.2018
EXTRA: Simon's Japanese joke
While at their newly discovered yakitori restaurant, Simon pulled off the greatest thing any language-learner could do - make a joke in your new language. Did it go down well? Or was it a total fail?
04.16.2018
Underground yakitori action with older folks
Simon and Martina explore a cool new area and stumble upon an incredible yakitori restaurant. And their awesome story's just beginning there. The duo interact with fellow patrons at the restaurant, ensuing hilarity. Simon also pulls off a successful joke...
04.09.2018
EXTRA: When tourists need to put their phones away
There's a big difference between going to a tourist site, to tick it off your bucket list, and actually appreciating a tourist site. Simon and Martina tell us when to put that selfie stick away to stop and smell the roses.
04.09.2018
Japan's best kept secret temple
Simon and Martina travelled to Otsu this week to sample one of the top three beefs in Japan, Omi Beef! While there they stumbled upon the most beautiful, grand, quiet temple (just two stops away from Kyoto!). The duo are...
03.29.2018
EXTRA: Why online negativity hurts
Simon and Martina recently had an awful encounter when an incident from the real world turned nasty online. They're giving their thoughts on the effect of these comments on themselves and the potential effect on others, especially young people on...
03.29.2018
When social media is an awful place
Simon and Martina are talking about how they deal with negativity online and attempt to understand why people treat other's awfully in the digital space. Simon was effected by a negative comment left about him this week, because he didn't...
03.26.2018
EXTRA: How Japanese people unwind
It's Hanami (or Cherry Blossom Season) in Japan, and that means time to relax and unwind. Simon and Martina describe what Japanese people do to de-stress. Even Japanese businessmen unwind in pretty unexpected ways...
03.26.2018
How to enjoy Cherry Blossom Season in Japan
Hanami or the Cherry Blossom festival is a huge tradition in Japan where people gather under the cherry blossoms for picnics and to appreciate the beauty of nature. Simon and Martina say it's like a family friendly version of St....
03.19.2018
EXTRA: The Onsen Otaku
Simon and Martina's friend Yohei is known as an 'Onsen Otaku'. Just how far does he go to experience the greatest hot springs Japan has to offer?
03.19.2018
A mysterious box of crabs
Simon and Martina find a box of high-quality crabs on their doorstep. They were sent by a very special friend that can only be described as "pretty much perfect". What they did with the crabs is a juicy story of...
03.12.2018
EXTRA: Why we view different cultures the way we do
Simon and Martina recently encountered a real life Aegyo (a really cute, and shy girl) in Japan. It got them thinking about how media changes people's idea of certain cultures. The girl reminded them of chracters in Anime, and they...
03.12.2018
The top 3 places in Japan have Simon and Martina 'fuming'
Simon and Martina are fuming. Their beloved Kichijoji (where they live) has fallen from first, to third, in popularity ratings. According to real estate agencies, Kichijoji has slipped in popularity among popular places to visit in Japan, with Ebisu coming in second and...
03.05.2018
EXTRA: Simon's new favourite restaurant
Simon and Martina are keeping their new favourite taco restaurant a secret and Simon is very serious about ensuring nobody finds it!
03.05.2018
Japan's best tacos
Simon and Martina have found the best taco restaurant in Japan! It's so good, they're not even telling you where it is. Actually, it doesn't exist *winky face*...Simon's favourite taco is the lamb (so don't go ordering that). Martina just...
02.26.2018
EXTRA: Simon predicts the internet
Simon was way ahead of the times when he started using Twitter. In 2008 he actually tweet that, "more people should use Twitter." Now he can't believe it's such a massive platform, and powerful people like the President Of The...
02.26.2018
"More people should use Twitter"
Simon and Martina go back to where Eat Your Kimchi all began; with their first ever tweet in 2008. They read some of their oldest tweets and look back on what it was like when they started as Youtubers. Simon...
02.19.2018
How to easily change someone's day
Simon had a barista draw a smiley face on his coffee cup recently and it made him so happy he wanted to talk about kindness in Japan in this episode. Martina tells you how comments on social media have an...
02.19.2018
EXTRA: Simon's friendly barista
This is the one thing that made Simon's day recently. It made such a difference that Simon and Martina talked about the power of kindness in their latest episode
02.12.2018
EXTRA: Is stamp collecting cool?
Simon and Martina's neighbour collects stamps and wants to know how much they are worth. Simon's not sure if people still collect stamps anymore. Is it still a thing?
02.12.2018
Why friends unfollow friends on social media
Simon and Martina are having a little vent about why they unfollow people (yes, sometimes their friends) on social media. If they're not interested in the things you post, if you're spamming your account with baby photos, if they don't...
02.06.2018
EXTRA: Why you shouldn't be embarrassed dancing in a club
Simon says he's a terrible dancer, but doesn't care. He and Martina are in their mid-30s and ain't the best dancers in the world. Sure, they used to be super embarrassed about it, but now they realise no one's a...
02.06.2018
Bargain VVIP rooms in Japan (how 'old' people party)
This week Simon and Martina went to a club in Japan, to see an artist they love dancing to. While waiting for that artist, instead of hanging with everyone else in the club, they paid $30 to go to a...
01.29.2018
EXTRA: Simon's unique beard trim
Simon got a hair cut and beard trim while in Rome. It was like nothing he's ever experienced before.
01.29.2018
What it's like to holiday in Rome
Simon and Martina are back from Rome and tell you what it's like to holiday there. Simon says it's the most beautiful city in the world. They loved the artistic graffiti and ALL the delicious food. They also noticed how...
01.22.2018
EXTRA: The best way to travel
Simon and Martina have done a lot of travel around the world. Through their time planning holidays, they've come up with their number one travel tip.
01.22.2018
Simon and Martina's top travel tip
Simon and Martina's number 1 travel tip! This week Simon and Martina are in Rome! They've noticed people are collecting sights like Pokemon; taking selfies, looking at the photo and then leaving the sight, without taking it all in. The EYK...
01.15.2018
EXTRA: Holidays in Rome
Simon and Martina want to try and record a podcast episode in a Roman pub but it is proving difficult!
01.15.2018
Thoughts on the Logan Paul YouTube controversy
Simon and Martina discuss the controversy around YouTuber Logan Paul and the backlash over a recent controversial video he filmed in a Japanese forest. They're not just upset, or angry, about that video though. This is a bigger issue for...
01.02.2018
Ramen that tastes like Thanksgiving
Simon and Martina tell you about Ramen that tastes like a Thanksgiving turkey, amongst other things. They discovered the Ramen shop while out walking on their date night (CUTE). The line for this place continually goes out the door and...
12.27.2017
The K-Pop industry after Jonghyun's death
This week, Simon and Martina reflect on Jonghyun's death. They talk about how SHINee started their interest in K-Pop and tell you their favourite songs from the band. They also talk about how the industry could better look after their...
12.18.2017
What happens during party season in Japan!
This week Simon and Martina party in Japan for Bonenkai (Japanese drinking party) season! They talk about some strange things they've observed people doing and their experience eating delicious gyoza. In the middle of the ep there was a mini...
12.13.2017
Visiting the Studio Ghibli Museum and a 'Maid Cafe'
Visiting the Studio Ghibli Museum - Tickets can't be bought at the museum - They check ID, because it's so popular people try to sneak in using other people's tickets - Some animated films can only be seen in the museum - The...
12.13.2017
International marriages in Japan declining, Stolen fingerprints and Olympic Mascot madness
Marriage in Japan - International marriages declining, which seems strange - Martina thinks stats are misleading - Is Japan becoming less friendly to foreigners? Cyber Security - You can copy fingerprints from photos and break into iPhones Olympic Mascots - Pikachu and Mario are not...

What's Eat Your Kimchi about?

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Eat Your Kimchi episodes:

That's a wrap!

EXTRA: People are not robot servants

Stories from Thailand

Appreciating food, culture & remembering Anthony Bourdain

EXTRA: Simon's musical memory

How K-Pop can help the entire Korean music scene

Isle Of Dogs and trying to understand haters

Best of the Eat Your Kimchi podcast - May 28

Does Seoul have what it takes to become cool again?

EXTRA: Nothing beats mum's cooking

Japanese comfort food and rainy days

EXTRA: Giving presents vs giving experiences

Golden week is the worst time to visit Japan

EXTRA: The unique Japanese skyline

Stop and smell the roses

EXTRA: Japan's business card culture

Wedding etiquette in Japan

EXTRA: Simon's Japanese joke

Underground yakitori action with older folks

EXTRA: When tourists need to put their phones away

Japan's best kept secret temple

EXTRA: Why online negativity hurts

When social media is an awful place

EXTRA: How Japanese people unwind

How to enjoy Cherry Blossom Season in Japan

EXTRA: The Onsen Otaku

A mysterious box of crabs

EXTRA: Why we view different cultures the way we do

The top 3 places in Japan have Simon and Martina 'fuming'

EXTRA: Simon's new favourite restaurant

Japan's best tacos

EXTRA: Simon predicts the internet

"More people should use Twitter"

How to easily change someone's day

EXTRA: Simon's friendly barista

EXTRA: Is stamp collecting cool?

Why friends unfollow friends on social media

EXTRA: Why you shouldn't be embarrassed dancing in a club

Bargain VVIP rooms in Japan (how 'old' people party)

EXTRA: Simon's unique beard trim

What it's like to holiday in Rome

EXTRA: The best way to travel

Simon and Martina's top travel tip

EXTRA: Holidays in Rome

Thoughts on the Logan Paul YouTube controversy

Ramen that tastes like Thanksgiving

The K-Pop industry after Jonghyun's death

What happens during party season in Japan!

Visiting the Studio Ghibli Museum and a 'Maid Cafe'

International marriages in Japan declining, Stolen fingerprints and Olympic Mascot madness

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