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    <title>Ultimate Bias Podcasts</title>
    <link>https://www.ultimatebias.com</link>
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    <copyright>© 2025 Ultimate Bias. All rights reserved.</copyright>
    <description>Ultimate Bias Podcasts is a network dedicated to connecting fans with their favorite idols in creative and engaging ways.
The Ultimate Bias K-Popcast focuses specifically on the vibrant world of K-Pop, while The Ultimate Bias Podcast covers general music and culture.
Hosted by SORN, former member of CLC, JRE, a renowned K-pop reviewer and content creator, and Dana, our news correspondent, our podcasts offer a blend of interviews, news, gossip, and fan spotlights.</description>
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    <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>Ultimate Bias Podcasts is a network dedicated to connecting fans with their favorite idols in creative and engaging ways.
The Ultimate Bias K-Popcast focuses specifically on the vibrant world of K-Pop, while The Ultimate Bias Podcast covers general music and culture.
Hosted by SORN, former member of CLC, JRE, a renowned K-pop reviewer and content creator, and Dana, our news correspondent, our podcasts offer a blend of interviews, news, gossip, and fan spotlights.</itunes:summary>
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      <![CDATA[<p><strong>Ultimate Bias Podcasts</strong> is a network dedicated to connecting fans with their favorite idols in creative and engaging ways.</p><p>The Ultimate Bias K-Popcast focuses specifically on the vibrant world of K-Pop, while The Ultimate Bias Podcast covers general music and culture.</p><p>Hosted by SORN, former member of CLC, JRE, a renowned K-pop reviewer and content creator, and Dana, our news correspondent, our podcasts offer a blend of interviews, news, gossip, and fan spotlights.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:name>Ultimatebias, LLC</itunes:name>
      <itunes:email>theresa@ultimatebias.com</itunes:email>
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      <title>The BTS Comeback Episode! </title>
      <description>It’s BTS comeback day, and we’re celebrating with a full ARMY roundtable debates, confessions, and complete chaos included.

Joined by Kevin and Nava Rose, we talk about what made us fall in love with BTS, debate their most iconic eras, and share some hot takes that might get us cancelled.

Skyler will teach you her favorite way to prepare ramen, and you can find all the ingredients in one place, Yami! 

Also, we get into some trouble guessing which body part belongs to which member!

This episode is sponsored by Yami, where you can find the exclusive BTS Jin Tuna packaging along with thousands of Asian food, beauty, and wellness products.

Whether you’re ARMY or just BTS-curious, this episode is a fun, chaotic deep dive into everything that makes BTS unforgettable.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:43:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>It’s BTS comeback day, and we’re celebrating with a full ARMY roundtable debates, confessions, and complete chaos included.

Joined by Kevin and Nava Rose, we talk about what made us fall in love with BTS, debate their most iconic eras, and share some hot takes that might get us cancelled.

Skyler will teach you her favorite way to prepare ramen, and you can find all the ingredients in one place, Yami! 

Also, we get into some trouble guessing which body part belongs to which member!

This episode is sponsored by Yami, where you can find the exclusive BTS Jin Tuna packaging along with thousands of Asian food, beauty, and wellness products.

Whether you’re ARMY or just BTS-curious, this episode is a fun, chaotic deep dive into everything that makes BTS unforgettable.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>It’s BTS comeback day, and we’re celebrating with a full ARMY roundtable debates, confessions, and complete chaos included.</p>
<p>Joined by Kevin and Nava Rose, we talk about what made us fall in love with BTS, debate their most iconic eras, and share some hot takes that might get us cancelled.</p>
<p>Skyler will teach you her favorite way to prepare ramen, and you can find all the ingredients in one place, Yami! </p>
<p>Also, we get into some trouble guessing which body part belongs to which member!</p>
<p>This episode is sponsored by Yami, where you can find the exclusive BTS Jin Tuna packaging along with thousands of Asian food, beauty, and wellness products.</p>
<p>Whether you’re ARMY or just BTS-curious, this episode is a fun, chaotic deep dive into everything that makes BTS unforgettable.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>n.SSign: Chaos, Growth &amp; Brotherhood</title>
      <description>n.SSign joins us for one of their most chaotic and heartfelt interviews yet.

From dorm secrets and favorite late-night snacks to dream collaborations and the song that defines their sound today, the members open up about their growth since debut.

Plus: Most Likely To confessions, and a truly masterful theatre performance you won't want to miss! 

COSMO — this episode is for you.




Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:27:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>n.SSign joins us for one of their most chaotic and heartfelt interviews yet.

From dorm secrets and favorite late-night snacks to dream collaborations and the song that defines their sound today, the members open up about their growth since debut.

Plus: Most Likely To confessions, and a truly masterful theatre performance you won't want to miss! 

COSMO — this episode is for you.




Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>n.SSign joins us for one of their most chaotic and heartfelt interviews yet.</p>
<p>From dorm secrets and favorite late-night snacks to dream collaborations and the song that defines their sound today, the members open up about their growth since debut.</p>
<p>Plus: Most Likely To confessions, and a truly masterful theatre performance you won't want to miss! </p>
<p>COSMO — this episode is for you.</p>
<p>

</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Chest Day with BM! </title>
      <description>The KING of bodyrolls has entered the studio, and yes, Dana’s professionalism is immediately in danger.

On this episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, we welcome BM of KARD for one of our most chaotic and honest interviews yet. From Chicago Malört (and the infamous Chicago Handshake) to our fan-favorite game Say It or Lose It, nothing is off limits.

We talk:
• The legendary Big Tiddie Committee
• Boxing match call-outs
• Dating show survival odds inside KARD
• His “Freak” era vs. Dad/Husband energy
• Producing for the members’ solo projects
• The future of KARD vinyls
• Acting, sports, mindset, and longevity in K-Pop

And more!
BM gets real about success, evolution, and what’s next, and trust us, this one is unfiltered.

#HiddenKard, you’re going to love this!






Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 01:03:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>The KING of bodyrolls has entered the studio, and yes, Dana’s professionalism is immediately in danger.

On this episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, we welcome BM of KARD for one of our most chaotic and honest interviews yet. From Chicago Malört (and the infamous Chicago Handshake) to our fan-favorite game Say It or Lose It, nothing is off limits.

We talk:
• The legendary Big Tiddie Committee
• Boxing match call-outs
• Dating show survival odds inside KARD
• His “Freak” era vs. Dad/Husband energy
• Producing for the members’ solo projects
• The future of KARD vinyls
• Acting, sports, mindset, and longevity in K-Pop

And more!
BM gets real about success, evolution, and what’s next, and trust us, this one is unfiltered.

#HiddenKard, you’re going to love this!






Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The KING of bodyrolls has entered the studio, and yes, Dana’s professionalism is immediately in danger.</p>
<p>On this episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, we welcome <strong>BM of KARD</strong> for one of our most chaotic and honest interviews yet. From Chicago Malört (and the infamous Chicago Handshake) to our fan-favorite game <em>Say It or Lose It</em>, nothing is off limits.</p>
<p>We talk:<br>
• The legendary Big Tiddie Committee<br>
• Boxing match call-outs<br>
• Dating show survival odds inside KARD<br>
• His “Freak” era vs. Dad/Husband energy<br>
• Producing for the members’ solo projects<br>
• The future of KARD vinyls<br>
• Acting, sports, mindset, and longevity in K-Pop</p>
<p>And more!<br>
BM gets real about success, evolution, and what’s next, and trust us, this one is unfiltered.</p>
<p>#HiddenKard, you’re going to love this!</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>

</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>3372</itunes:duration>
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      <title>NOWZ KNOWS BEST</title>
      <description>This week, JRE and Dana sit down with the rising rookie group NOWZ to talk about their explosive first mini-album IGNITION, the creative process behind it, and the bond that keeps them fueled as a team. The members take on our chaotic Rapid Fire Quiz (“Who’s most likely to pack 15 lip balms?”) and the hilarious Fuel or Stall challenge (pineapple on pizza? sleeping with five pillows? ketchup on eggs?).

They open up about their favorite moments from IGNITION, and what they’ve learned from each other since debut. Plus, they answer fan questions about dream collabs, favorite lyrics, and the hidden MV details only real fans will spot.

And joining us for the very first time, Skyler makes her debut as our official third host, jumping in for the K-Pop News segment! Dana breaks down the biggest stories in K-Pop, from SUGA’s new Autism Center and RM’s MOMA exhibit, to SEVENTEEN’s record-breaking unit album, K-Pop Demon Hunters’ lightsticks, Lisa x Felix at Louis Vuitton, and TWICE’s 2026 world tour. We also talk TOP’s long-awaited solo album, LE SSERAFIM’s “SPAGHETTI” concept, and KINO’s spicy new MV.

Join us and don't forget to comment, like, and subscribe!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2025 00:04:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/4cd492a4-b1fe-11f0-a962-876917ee5721/image/0ea3609bb57619461d4394bd65aa850a.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
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      <itunes:summary>This week, JRE and Dana sit down with the rising rookie group NOWZ to talk about their explosive first mini-album IGNITION, the creative process behind it, and the bond that keeps them fueled as a team. The members take on our chaotic Rapid Fire Quiz (“Who’s most likely to pack 15 lip balms?”) and the hilarious Fuel or Stall challenge (pineapple on pizza? sleeping with five pillows? ketchup on eggs?).

They open up about their favorite moments from IGNITION, and what they’ve learned from each other since debut. Plus, they answer fan questions about dream collabs, favorite lyrics, and the hidden MV details only real fans will spot.

And joining us for the very first time, Skyler makes her debut as our official third host, jumping in for the K-Pop News segment! Dana breaks down the biggest stories in K-Pop, from SUGA’s new Autism Center and RM’s MOMA exhibit, to SEVENTEEN’s record-breaking unit album, K-Pop Demon Hunters’ lightsticks, Lisa x Felix at Louis Vuitton, and TWICE’s 2026 world tour. We also talk TOP’s long-awaited solo album, LE SSERAFIM’s “SPAGHETTI” concept, and KINO’s spicy new MV.

Join us and don't forget to comment, like, and subscribe!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, JRE and Dana sit down with the rising rookie group NOWZ to talk about their explosive first mini-album <em>IGNITION</em>, the creative process behind it, and the bond that keeps them fueled as a team. The members take on our chaotic Rapid Fire Quiz (“Who’s most likely to pack 15 lip balms?”) and the hilarious Fuel or Stall challenge (pineapple on pizza? sleeping with five pillows? ketchup on eggs?).</p>
<p>They open up about their favorite moments from <em>IGNITION</em>, and what they’ve learned from each other since debut. Plus, they answer fan questions about dream collabs, favorite lyrics, and the hidden MV details only real fans will spot.</p>
<p>And joining us for the very first time, Skyler makes her debut as our official third host, jumping in for the K-Pop News segment! Dana breaks down the biggest stories in K-Pop, from SUGA’s new Autism Center and RM’s MOMA exhibit, to SEVENTEEN’s record-breaking unit album, K-Pop Demon Hunters’ lightsticks, Lisa x Felix at Louis Vuitton, and TWICE’s 2026 world tour. We also talk TOP’s long-awaited solo album, LE SSERAFIM’s “SPAGHETTI” concept, and KINO’s spicy new MV.</p>
<p>Join us and don't forget to comment, like, and subscribe!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>4448</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Ultimate Bias: In Our ATINY Era!</title>
      <description>This week, JRE, Dana, and special guest Skyler Lee go full ATINY mode with an episode dedicated to ATEEZ. From their pirate rookie beginnings to stadium-filling legends, we break down their lore, their members’ chaotic personalities, and the performances that made us ATINY.

Then Dana delivers the latest K-pop news:


  
We say goodbye to DANN as he heads to the military!



  
Idol safety concerns, from Jungkook's house break-in to YOUNITE’s Eunho harassed in São Paulo



  
DAY6 celebrating their 10th anniversary with two sold-out stadium shows



  
Comebacks from XG, Suho, and &amp;TEAM




If you’re an ATINY, this episode is for you!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 03:16:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>2</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/dccc3780-9daa-11f0-8524-2340857d940b/image/65fcfa04bbe1881b593f7deea9a42323.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>This week, JRE, Dana, and special guest Skyler Lee go full ATINY mode with an episode dedicated to ATEEZ. From their pirate rookie beginnings to stadium-filling legends, we break down their lore, their members’ chaotic personalities, and the performances that made us ATINY.

Then Dana delivers the latest K-pop news:


  
We say goodbye to DANN as he heads to the military!



  
Idol safety concerns, from Jungkook's house break-in to YOUNITE’s Eunho harassed in São Paulo



  
DAY6 celebrating their 10th anniversary with two sold-out stadium shows



  
Comebacks from XG, Suho, and &amp;TEAM




If you’re an ATINY, this episode is for you!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, JRE, Dana, and special guest <strong>Skyler Lee</strong> go full ATINY mode with an episode dedicated to <strong>ATEEZ</strong>. From their pirate rookie beginnings to stadium-filling legends, we break down their lore, their members’ chaotic personalities, and the performances that made us ATINY.</p>
<p>Then Dana delivers the latest K-pop news:</p>
<ul>
  <li>
<p>We say goodbye to DANN as he heads to the military!</p>
</li>
  <li>
<p>Idol safety concerns, from Jungkook's house break-in to YOUNITE’s Eunho harassed in São Paulo</p>
</li>
  <li>
<p>DAY6 celebrating their 10th anniversary with two sold-out stadium shows</p>
</li>
  <li>
<p>Comebacks from XG, Suho, and &amp;TEAM</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>If you’re an ATINY, this episode is for you!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>3982</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Meet RE:WIND: The First All-Asian-American K-Pop Boy Group</title>
      <description>Get to know RE:WIND, the first all-Asian-American K-Pop boy group, in their debut sit-down with the Ultimate Bias Podcast!  From rapid fire hot takes (pineapple on pizza?) to superlatives (who’s most likely to survive a zombie apocalypse?) to their journey as former K-Pop trainees, we ask Elaya, Lei and Eddie the questions DAY1's want to know! . Plus, a deep dive into their EP RE:MINISCE—designed to be played forward and backward.


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 19:58:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Get to know RE:WIND, the first all-Asian-American K-Pop boy group, in their debut sit-down with the Ultimate Bias Podcast!  From rapid fire hot takes (pineapple on pizza?) to superlatives (who’s most likely to survive a zombie apocalypse?) to their journey as former K-Pop trainees, we ask Elaya, Lei and Eddie the questions DAY1's want to know! . Plus, a deep dive into their EP RE:MINISCE—designed to be played forward and backward.


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Get to know <strong>RE:WIND</strong>, the first all-Asian-American K-Pop boy group, in their debut sit-down with the Ultimate Bias Podcast!  From rapid fire hot takes (pineapple on pizza?) to superlatives (who’s most likely to survive a zombie apocalypse?) to their journey as former K-Pop trainees, we ask Elaya, Lei and Eddie the questions DAY1's want to know! . Plus, a deep dive into their EP <em>RE:MINISCE</em>—designed to be played forward <em>and</em> backward.

</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>4054</itunes:duration>
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      <title>8TURN Exposed... By Each Other! </title>
      <description>Roommate chaos. Doja Cat debates. Passport panic. 8TURN did not hold back 😭🔥

JRE flew to Korea to link up with DANN at MNH Entertainment, where we sat down with 8TURN and let the chaos unfold. From weird food takes to who’s losing their passport on tour — this interview is part roast, part group therapy.

👀 What’s inside:
– TURN UP or TURN DOWN (Crocs w/ socks? Ice cream w/ ketchup??)
– Behind the scenes of their comeback “LEGGO”
– Tour prep ✈️: Who’s getting lost, who’s making friends, and who’s the ✨problem✨ roommate
– Fan Qs from TURNING! 💬
– Haemin’s surprise birthday moment 🎂
– And yes… they reveal their favorite Doja Cat song.

🧠 8TURN exposed themselves (and each other) and we just sat back and watched it all go down.

📢 PLUS: Our friends from K-Pop Lite Podcast join Dana in the news segment to break down all the latest comebacks, rumors, and mess 👀



👇 You know what to do:
💥 Stream it
💬 Leave a review
📌 Follow Ultimate Bias K-Popcast


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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 23:14:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Roommate chaos. Doja Cat debates. Passport panic. 8TURN did not hold back 😭🔥

JRE flew to Korea to link up with DANN at MNH Entertainment, where we sat down with 8TURN and let the chaos unfold. From weird food takes to who’s losing their passport on tour — this interview is part roast, part group therapy.

👀 What’s inside:
– TURN UP or TURN DOWN (Crocs w/ socks? Ice cream w/ ketchup??)
– Behind the scenes of their comeback “LEGGO”
– Tour prep ✈️: Who’s getting lost, who’s making friends, and who’s the ✨problem✨ roommate
– Fan Qs from TURNING! 💬
– Haemin’s surprise birthday moment 🎂
– And yes… they reveal their favorite Doja Cat song.

🧠 8TURN exposed themselves (and each other) and we just sat back and watched it all go down.

📢 PLUS: Our friends from K-Pop Lite Podcast join Dana in the news segment to break down all the latest comebacks, rumors, and mess 👀



👇 You know what to do:
💥 Stream it
💬 Leave a review
📌 Follow Ultimate Bias K-Popcast


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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Roommate chaos. Doja Cat debates. Passport panic.</strong> 8TURN did <em>not</em> hold back 😭🔥</p>
<p>JRE flew to Korea to link up with DANN at <strong>MNH Entertainment</strong>, where we sat down with 8TURN and let the chaos unfold. From weird food takes to who’s losing their passport on tour — this interview is part roast, part group therapy.</p>
<p>👀 What’s inside:<br>
– <em>TURN UP or TURN DOWN</em> (Crocs w/ socks? Ice cream w/ ketchup??)<br>
– Behind the scenes of their comeback <strong>“LEGGO”</strong><br>
– Tour prep ✈️: Who’s getting lost, who’s making friends, and who’s the ✨problem✨ roommate<br>
– Fan Qs from TURNING! 💬<br>
– Haemin’s surprise birthday moment 🎂<br>
– And yes… they reveal their favorite <strong>Doja Cat</strong> song.</p>
<p>🧠 8TURN exposed <em>themselves</em> (and each other) and we just sat back and watched it all go down.</p>
<p>📢 PLUS: Our friends from <strong>K-Pop Lite Podcast</strong> join <strong>Dana</strong> in the news segment to break down all the latest comebacks, rumors, and mess 👀</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>👇 You know what to do:<br>
💥 Stream it<br>
💬 Leave a review<br>
📌 Follow Ultimate Bias K-Popcast<br></p>
<p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Broadway Baddie: Joshua Lee</title>
      <description>Broadway stages. Netflix screens. K-pop collabs. Joshua Hyunho Lee is everywhere—and today, he’s on Ultimate Bias. JRE sits down with the XO, Kitty star and true triple threat (actor, dancer, singer!) to talk all things stage vs. screen, filming in Korea, and the friendships that formed on set. But first: a chaotic round of “This or That” and a hilarious fashion-themed “Pass or Fail.”

Plus, in this week’s K-News segment:


  
Why Stray Kids’ Seattle concert sparked a wave of outrage (and not from the fans).



  
How SEVENTEEN fans went full K-drama with boats and boba to celebrate the group’s 10th anniversary.



  
SHINee’s emotional tribute to Jonghyun and their 17th year together



  
Super Junior returns for a 20th anniversary comeback.



  
And YG’s surprise new girl group is already raising eyebrows—and expectations.




We also preview Netflix’s new animated film Kpop Demon Hunters and what makes the Saja Boys your new fave villains. It’s a stacked episode—let’s go.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 16:48:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Broadway stages. Netflix screens. K-pop collabs. Joshua Hyunho Lee is everywhere—and today, he’s on Ultimate Bias. JRE sits down with the XO, Kitty star and true triple threat (actor, dancer, singer!) to talk all things stage vs. screen, filming in Korea, and the friendships that formed on set. But first: a chaotic round of “This or That” and a hilarious fashion-themed “Pass or Fail.”

Plus, in this week’s K-News segment:


  
Why Stray Kids’ Seattle concert sparked a wave of outrage (and not from the fans).



  
How SEVENTEEN fans went full K-drama with boats and boba to celebrate the group’s 10th anniversary.



  
SHINee’s emotional tribute to Jonghyun and their 17th year together



  
Super Junior returns for a 20th anniversary comeback.



  
And YG’s surprise new girl group is already raising eyebrows—and expectations.




We also preview Netflix’s new animated film Kpop Demon Hunters and what makes the Saja Boys your new fave villains. It’s a stacked episode—let’s go.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Broadway stages. Netflix screens. K-pop collabs. <strong>Joshua Hyunho Lee</strong> is <em>everywhere</em>—and today, he’s on <em>Ultimate Bias</em>. JRE sits down with the <em>XO, Kitty</em> star and true triple threat (actor, dancer, singer!) to talk all things stage vs. screen, filming in Korea, and the friendships that formed on set. But first: a chaotic round of “This or That” and a hilarious fashion-themed “Pass or Fail.”</p>
<p>Plus, in this week’s K-News segment:</p>
<ul>
  <li>
<p>Why <em>Stray Kids’</em> Seattle concert sparked a wave of outrage (and not from the fans).</p>
</li>
  <li>
<p>How <em>SEVENTEEN</em> fans went full K-drama with boats and boba to celebrate the group’s 10th anniversary.</p>
</li>
  <li>
<p><em>SHINee’s</em> emotional tribute to Jonghyun and their 17th year together</p>
</li>
  <li>
<p><em>Super Junior</em> returns for a 20th anniversary comeback.</p>
</li>
  <li>
<p>And YG’s surprise new girl group is already raising eyebrows—and expectations.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>We also preview <em>Netflix’s</em> new animated film <em>Kpop Demon Hunters</em> and what makes the <em>Saja Boys</em> your new fave villains. It’s a stacked episode—let’s go.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>5506</itunes:duration>
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      <title>xikers: Certified Bias Behavior</title>
      <description>This week on Ultimate Bias, it's  absolute chaos as we welcome xikers to the pod! DANN and JRE reunite after filming in Korea—spoiler: aegyo battles were had—and Dana drops a fresh batch of K-pop news you need to know. We’re breaking down the latest K-CON lineup, how Jin and Tom Cruise are teaming up, RIIZE's historic Austin City Lights debut, SM Town highlights, and a stacked list of comebacks from IU, SEVENTEEN, SHINee, and more.

Plus, stay tuned for a wild interview with xikers that proves why they’re one of the most entertaining rookie groups out there.

Listen now and catch the full interview + games on our YouTube channel! 
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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 14:58:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>This week on Ultimate Bias, it's  absolute chaos as we welcome xikers to the pod! DANN and JRE reunite after filming in Korea—spoiler: aegyo battles were had—and Dana drops a fresh batch of K-pop news you need to know. We’re breaking down the latest K-CON lineup, how Jin and Tom Cruise are teaming up, RIIZE's historic Austin City Lights debut, SM Town highlights, and a stacked list of comebacks from IU, SEVENTEEN, SHINee, and more.

Plus, stay tuned for a wild interview with xikers that proves why they’re one of the most entertaining rookie groups out there.

Listen now and catch the full interview + games on our YouTube channel! 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on Ultimate Bias, it's  absolute chaos as we welcome xikers to the pod! DANN and JRE reunite after filming in Korea—spoiler: aegyo battles were had—and Dana drops a fresh batch of K-pop news you <em>need</em> to know. We’re breaking down the latest K-CON lineup, how Jin and Tom Cruise are teaming up, RIIZE's historic Austin City Lights debut, SM Town highlights, and a stacked list of comebacks from IU, SEVENTEEN, SHINee, and more.</p>
<p>Plus, stay tuned for a wild interview with xikers that proves why they’re one of the most entertaining rookie groups out there.</p>
<p>Listen now and catch the full interview + games on our YouTube channel! </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>3216</itunes:duration>
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      <title>JUST B: Music, Mayhem and Magic </title>
      <description>In this episode of Ultimate Bias: The K-Popcast, it’s DANN’s debut as host — and he’s not holding back! With our co-hosts JRE and Dana, the trio dives into the latest K-Pop news, including ATEEZ’s massive 2025 world tour, Kai’s long-awaited solo comeback, and G-Dragon’s emotional stage reunion with BIGBANG. Oh… and MINHO. Kinda naked. (Not really.)
Then it’s time to welcome our special guests: JUST B!

From honest conversations about music and teamwork, to big dreams and behind-the-scenes stories, the members open up like never before. 

💥 News highlights:

– ATEEZ “In Your Fantasy” World Tour 2025

– Kai returns with “Wait On Me”

– G-Dragon, Taeyang, Daesung reunite on stage

– Apink celebrates 14 years

– Stray Kids’ Seungmin covers Billie Eilish

– ENHYPEN’s Jay channels Bon Jovi

– Minho... steals the end of the show 👀

🎧 Don’t forget to head over to Youtube for Part 2 where we put JUST B THROUGH IT, with our endless aegyo games! They loved it! (They did not love it!)

#JustB #UltimateBiasKPopcast #KpopNews #KpopPodcast #ATEEZ #Kai #GDragon #StrayKids #Enhypen
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:08:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>2</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of Ultimate Bias: The K-Popcast, it’s DANN’s debut as host — and he’s not holding back! With our co-hosts JRE and Dana, the trio dives into the latest K-Pop news, including ATEEZ’s massive 2025 world tour, Kai’s long-awaited solo comeback, and G-Dragon’s emotional stage reunion with BIGBANG. Oh… and MINHO. Kinda naked. (Not really.)
Then it’s time to welcome our special guests: JUST B!

From honest conversations about music and teamwork, to big dreams and behind-the-scenes stories, the members open up like never before. 

💥 News highlights:

– ATEEZ “In Your Fantasy” World Tour 2025

– Kai returns with “Wait On Me”

– G-Dragon, Taeyang, Daesung reunite on stage

– Apink celebrates 14 years

– Stray Kids’ Seungmin covers Billie Eilish

– ENHYPEN’s Jay channels Bon Jovi

– Minho... steals the end of the show 👀

🎧 Don’t forget to head over to Youtube for Part 2 where we put JUST B THROUGH IT, with our endless aegyo games! They loved it! (They did not love it!)

#JustB #UltimateBiasKPopcast #KpopNews #KpopPodcast #ATEEZ #Kai #GDragon #StrayKids #Enhypen
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <em>Ultimate Bias: The K-Popcast</em>, it’s DANN’s debut as host — and he’s not holding back! With our co-hosts JRE and Dana, the trio dives into the latest K-Pop news, including ATEEZ’s massive 2025 world tour, Kai’s long-awaited solo comeback, and G-Dragon’s emotional stage reunion with BIGBANG. Oh… and MINHO. Kinda naked. (Not really.)</p><p>Then it’s time to welcome our special guests: <strong>JUST B!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>From honest conversations about music and teamwork, to big dreams and behind-the-scenes stories, the members open up like never before. </p><p><br></p><p>💥 News highlights:</p><p><br></p><p>– ATEEZ “In Your Fantasy” World Tour 2025</p><p><br></p><p>– Kai returns with “Wait On Me”</p><p><br></p><p>– G-Dragon, Taeyang, Daesung reunite on stage</p><p><br></p><p>– Apink celebrates 14 years</p><p><br></p><p>– Stray Kids’ Seungmin covers Billie Eilish</p><p><br></p><p>– ENHYPEN’s Jay channels Bon Jovi</p><p><br></p><p>– Minho... steals the end of the show 👀</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 Don’t forget to head over to Youtube for Part 2 where we put JUST B THROUGH IT, with our endless aegyo games! They loved it! (They did not love it!)</p><p><br></p><p>#JustB #UltimateBiasKPopcast #KpopNews #KpopPodcast #ATEEZ #Kai #GDragon #StrayKids #Enhypen</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>2946</itunes:duration>
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      <title>SM Town Magic and Mark Lee World Domination </title>
      <description>Dana is finally in Los Angeles, so she's in the studio with JRE to talk about some epic K-pop moments — starting with Dana's first ever visit to one of the podcast's favorite restaurants in Koreatown, Louder's, and a very personal J-Hope concert experience we won’t forget. Plus, we’re reuniting for SM Town and we might be roaming around, so come say hi!

Then we dive into the latest in K-pop news:

Mark Lee’s global domination with his first solo album The Firstfruit, hitting #1 in 20+ countries — and yes, he’s also now the face of Tim Hortons Korea (Canada REPRESENT!)

Daesung’s emotional comeback with D’s WAVE — a rock-inspired album two years in the making, and an Asia tour to match.

Jay Park’s not retiring! His “Serenades &amp; Body Rolls” tour is taking over the globe.

EXO celebrates 13 years of music, friendship, and feels — with a reunion fan meeting in the works.

Plus: Xikers is back with “Breathe” and they’ll be on the show April 28th!

We’re also gearing up for SM Town — sharing who we’re excited to see, the collabs we hope for, and what it must feel like for rookie groups to share the stage with legends.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:56:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>2</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/03496544-1b0c-11f0-9e67-db005f0cb8c5/image/1b37a0994fbff545db002eeabd56b285.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Dana is finally in Los Angeles, so she's in the studio with JRE to talk about some epic K-pop moments — starting with Dana's first ever visit to one of the podcast's favorite restaurants in Koreatown, Louder's, and a very personal J-Hope concert experience we won’t forget. Plus, we’re reuniting for SM Town and we might be roaming around, so come say hi!

Then we dive into the latest in K-pop news:

Mark Lee’s global domination with his first solo album The Firstfruit, hitting #1 in 20+ countries — and yes, he’s also now the face of Tim Hortons Korea (Canada REPRESENT!)

Daesung’s emotional comeback with D’s WAVE — a rock-inspired album two years in the making, and an Asia tour to match.

Jay Park’s not retiring! His “Serenades &amp; Body Rolls” tour is taking over the globe.

EXO celebrates 13 years of music, friendship, and feels — with a reunion fan meeting in the works.

Plus: Xikers is back with “Breathe” and they’ll be on the show April 28th!

We’re also gearing up for SM Town — sharing who we’re excited to see, the collabs we hope for, and what it must feel like for rookie groups to share the stage with legends.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Dana is finally in Los Angeles, so she's in the studio with JRE to talk about some epic K-pop moments — starting with Dana's first ever visit to one of the podcast's favorite restaurants in Koreatown, Louder's, and a very personal J-Hope<strong> </strong>concert experience we won’t forget. Plus, we’re reuniting for <strong>SM Town</strong> and we <em>might</em> be roaming around, so come say hi!</p><p><br></p><p>Then we dive into the latest in K-pop news:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Mark Lee’s global domination</strong> with his first solo album <em>The Firstfruit</em>, hitting #1 in 20+ countries — and yes, he’s also now the <strong>face of Tim Hortons Korea</strong> (Canada REPRESENT!)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Daesung’s emotional comeback</strong> with <em>D’s WAVE</em> — a rock-inspired album two years in the making, and an Asia tour to match.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Jay Park’s not retiring!</strong> His “Serenades &amp; Body Rolls” tour is taking over the globe.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>EXO celebrates 13 years</strong> of music, friendship, and feels — with a reunion fan meeting in the works.</p><p><br></p><p>Plus: <strong>Xikers is back with “Breathe”</strong> and they’ll be on the show April 28th!</p><p><br></p><p>We’re also gearing up for SM Town — sharing who we’re excited to see, the collabs we hope for, and what it must feel like for rookie groups to share the stage with legends.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1963</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Gay, Gone, Global!</title>
      <description>In this week's mini episode we have big news about Lara of Katseye, who just came out as queer on Weverse — and it might be a first for K-pop. Meanwhile, NewJeans lost their case, announced a hiatus, and got hit with a “we’re disappointed” from ADOR. Min Heejin? Lost another case and got fined. It's been a week.

But hey — J-Hope dropped “Mona Lisa” and it’s basically running the planet. Onew’s back with an English single, Beomgyu’s solo era is coming fast, and RIIZE is dropping their first full album. Oh, and everyone’s going on tour — G-Dragon, BIBI, Xdinary Heroes... better start saving.

Hot takes, headlines, and a little chaos. Let’s gooooo!!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 05:04:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>2</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/5a66fa72-0c5b-11f0-8357-ff69784a2c78/image/c2599bb9cab40ddbaa91f2a02aef16be.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
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      <itunes:summary>In this week's mini episode we have big news about Lara of Katseye, who just came out as queer on Weverse — and it might be a first for K-pop. Meanwhile, NewJeans lost their case, announced a hiatus, and got hit with a “we’re disappointed” from ADOR. Min Heejin? Lost another case and got fined. It's been a week.

But hey — J-Hope dropped “Mona Lisa” and it’s basically running the planet. Onew’s back with an English single, Beomgyu’s solo era is coming fast, and RIIZE is dropping their first full album. Oh, and everyone’s going on tour — G-Dragon, BIBI, Xdinary Heroes... better start saving.

Hot takes, headlines, and a little chaos. Let’s gooooo!!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this week's mini episode we have big news about <strong>Lara</strong> of <strong>Katseye, who </strong>just came out as queer on Weverse — and it might be a first for K-pop. Meanwhile, <strong>NewJeans</strong> lost their case, announced a hiatus, and got hit with a “we’re disappointed” from ADOR. Min Heejin? Lost <em>another</em> case and got fined. It's been a week.</p><p><br></p><p>But hey — <strong>J-Hope</strong> dropped “Mona Lisa” and it’s basically running the planet. <strong>Onew’s</strong> back with an English single, <strong>Beomgyu</strong>’s solo era is coming fast, and <strong>RIIZE</strong> is dropping their first full album. Oh, and everyone’s going on tour — <strong>G-Dragon, BIBI, Xdinary Heroes.</strong>.. better start saving.</p><p><br></p><p>Hot takes, headlines, and a little chaos. Let’s gooooo!!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1227</itunes:duration>
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      <title>MINNIE of (G)I-DLE: All About HER</title>
      <description>Kicking off Season 2 of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, SORN is joined by JRE and Dana to break down the biggest headlines in K-pop and sits down with a very special guest—(G)I-DLE’s MINNIE!

SORN and MINNIE reunite at Cube Entertainment for an in-depth conversation all about MINNIE’s latest solo release, HER. From the creative process to the raw emotions behind the music, MINNIE opens up in a way only a best friend could.

Meanwhile, JRE shares his wild LISA encounter, and the team reacts to BABYMONSTER’s extended tour and Starship’s surprise announcement of a new boy group—before their girl group KiiiKiii even debuts.
Dana has the latest headlines in K-pop, including:

G-Dragon’s chart-topping release “Too Bad” ft. Anderson .Paak and his new variety show “Good Day”

LISA’s James Bond tribute at the Oscars

Jennie’s RUBY pre-release success and star-studded collabs

BLACKPINK’s world tour announcement

The internet’s reaction to a funny fan encounter with NCT 127's Doyoung

BTS’ full content calendar leading into their June military reunion

Bang Chan and WooNatty sightings during Fashion Week


Subscribe for more deep dives, unfiltered opinions, and exclusive artist interviews!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:39:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>2</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/34d8c0f0-0617-11f0-8793-c3cb1feb1a03/image/3cf86c4f6a29f0921fbb5e1002f3e182.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Kicking off Season 2 of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, SORN is joined by JRE and Dana to break down the biggest headlines in K-pop and sits down with a very special guest—(G)I-DLE’s MINNIE!

SORN and MINNIE reunite at Cube Entertainment for an in-depth conversation all about MINNIE’s latest solo release, HER. From the creative process to the raw emotions behind the music, MINNIE opens up in a way only a best friend could.

Meanwhile, JRE shares his wild LISA encounter, and the team reacts to BABYMONSTER’s extended tour and Starship’s surprise announcement of a new boy group—before their girl group KiiiKiii even debuts.
Dana has the latest headlines in K-pop, including:

G-Dragon’s chart-topping release “Too Bad” ft. Anderson .Paak and his new variety show “Good Day”

LISA’s James Bond tribute at the Oscars

Jennie’s RUBY pre-release success and star-studded collabs

BLACKPINK’s world tour announcement

The internet’s reaction to a funny fan encounter with NCT 127's Doyoung

BTS’ full content calendar leading into their June military reunion

Bang Chan and WooNatty sightings during Fashion Week


Subscribe for more deep dives, unfiltered opinions, and exclusive artist interviews!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Kicking off Season 2 of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, SORN is joined by </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JREKML1"><strong>JRE</strong></a><strong> and Dana to break down the biggest headlines in K-pop and sits down with a very special guest—(G)I-DLE’s MINNIE!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>SORN and MINNIE reunite at Cube Entertainment for an in-depth conversation all about MINNIE’s latest solo release, <em>HER</em>. From the creative process to the raw emotions behind the music, MINNIE opens up in a way only a best friend could.</p><p><br></p><p>Meanwhile, JRE shares his wild LISA encounter, and the team reacts to BABYMONSTER’s extended tour and Starship’s surprise announcement of a new boy group—before their girl group KiiiKiii even debuts.</p><p>Dana has the latest headlines in K-pop, including:</p><ul>
<li>G-Dragon’s chart-topping release “Too Bad” ft. Anderson .Paak and his new variety show “Good Day”</li>
<li>LISA’s James Bond tribute at the Oscars</li>
<li>Jennie’s <em>RUBY</em> pre-release success and star-studded collabs</li>
<li>BLACKPINK’s world tour announcement</li>
<li>The internet’s reaction to a funny fan encounter with NCT 127's Doyoung</li>
<li>BTS’ full content calendar leading into their June military reunion</li>
<li>Bang Chan and WooNatty sightings during Fashion Week</li>
</ul><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for more deep dives, unfiltered opinions, and exclusive artist interviews!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>2916</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Sleighing the Stage: G-Dragon, Tours and Tears</title>
      <description>In this festive episode, we dive into G-Dragon's exciting return to the Inkigayo stage and the buzz it’s creating. We celebrate Stray Kids, SEVENTEEN, and Jungkook for their standout wins at the Billboard Awards, and discuss the incredible rise of rookie group ILLIT, smashing records with their debut track, "Magnetic." 
On a more somber note, we explore HOLLAND’s heartbreaking hiatus announcement and VANNER’s Hyesung’s military discharge due to mental health challenges—how much is too much for agencies to share? 
Plus, NewJeans opens their quirky JEANZ Instagram account, Mark Lee makes waves at his own look-alike contest, and Onew gears up for his 2025 comeback and tour! 
Make sure to stick around for a special giveaway announcement and details on Kino’s upcoming tour. 
Don’t forget to DM us on Instagram @ultimatebiaspod for a pre-release link to our DPR IAN D&amp;D episode!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this festive episode, we dive into G-Dragon's exciting return to the Inkigayo stage and the buzz it’s creating. We celebrate Stray Kids, SEVENTEEN, and Jungkook for their standout wins at the Billboard Awards, and discuss the incredible rise of rookie group ILLIT, smashing records with their debut track, "Magnetic." 
On a more somber note, we explore HOLLAND’s heartbreaking hiatus announcement and VANNER’s Hyesung’s military discharge due to mental health challenges—how much is too much for agencies to share? 
Plus, NewJeans opens their quirky JEANZ Instagram account, Mark Lee makes waves at his own look-alike contest, and Onew gears up for his 2025 comeback and tour! 
Make sure to stick around for a special giveaway announcement and details on Kino’s upcoming tour. 
Don’t forget to DM us on Instagram @ultimatebiaspod for a pre-release link to our DPR IAN D&amp;D episode!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In this festive episode, we dive into G-Dragon's exciting return to the Inkigayo stage and the buzz it’s creating. We celebrate Stray Kids, SEVENTEEN, and Jungkook for their standout wins at the Billboard Awards, and discuss the incredible rise of rookie group ILLIT, smashing records with their debut track, "Magnetic." </p><p>On a more somber note, we explore HOLLAND’s heartbreaking hiatus announcement and VANNER’s Hyesung’s military discharge due to mental health challenges—how much is too much for agencies to share? </p><p>Plus, NewJeans opens their quirky JEANZ Instagram account, Mark Lee makes waves at his own look-alike contest, and Onew gears up for his 2025 comeback and tour! </p><p>Make sure to stick around for a special giveaway announcement and details on Kino’s upcoming tour. </p><p>Don’t forget to DM us on Instagram @ultimatebiaspod for a pre-release link to our DPR IAN D&amp;D episode!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2411</itunes:duration>
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      <title>VCHA's Legal Storm</title>
      <description>This week on Ultimate Bias Podcast, we’ve got some festive news and heated headlines! 🎤 
Somebody close to the show (WE WISH) has been added to the Inkigayo Christmas lineup, and we’re thrilled. 
Plus, what’s happening with VCHA and JYP? From lawsuits to shocking revelations, we’ll unpack it all, including the 77-page legal drama and KG’s bold claims. 🧾
We’re also breaking down all the K-Pop winners from this year’s Billboard Awards 🏆, giving you the scoop on Mark from NCT's postponed solo debut, and celebrating BTS Jungkook’s adorable new YouTube channel for his dog, BAM. 🐾 Finally, we’ll touch on the surprising role of K-Pop in South Korea's pro-democracy protests. 🌟
And don’t miss the exciting holiday surprises we’ve got in store—just in time for the season! 🎁 

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:44:24 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/595c5b8a-c166-11ef-85fb-bbaa56b7da03/image/df0344042eced85bbf8409419d717f8e.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>This week on Ultimate Bias Podcast, we’ve got some festive news and heated headlines! 🎤 
Somebody close to the show (WE WISH) has been added to the Inkigayo Christmas lineup, and we’re thrilled. 
Plus, what’s happening with VCHA and JYP? From lawsuits to shocking revelations, we’ll unpack it all, including the 77-page legal drama and KG’s bold claims. 🧾
We’re also breaking down all the K-Pop winners from this year’s Billboard Awards 🏆, giving you the scoop on Mark from NCT's postponed solo debut, and celebrating BTS Jungkook’s adorable new YouTube channel for his dog, BAM. 🐾 Finally, we’ll touch on the surprising role of K-Pop in South Korea's pro-democracy protests. 🌟
And don’t miss the exciting holiday surprises we’ve got in store—just in time for the season! 🎁 

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on <em>Ultimate Bias Podcast</em>, we’ve got some festive news and heated headlines! 🎤 </p><p>Somebody close to the show (WE WISH) has been added to the <em>Inkigayo</em> Christmas lineup, and we’re thrilled. </p><p>Plus, what’s happening with VCHA and JYP? From lawsuits to shocking revelations, we’ll unpack it all, including the 77-page legal drama and KG’s bold claims. 🧾</p><p>We’re also breaking down all the K-Pop winners from this year’s Billboard Awards 🏆, giving you the scoop on Mark from NCT's postponed solo debut, and celebrating BTS Jungkook’s adorable new YouTube channel for his dog, BAM. 🐾 Finally, we’ll touch on the surprising role of K-Pop in South Korea's pro-democracy protests. 🌟</p><p>And don’t miss the exciting holiday surprises we’ve got in store—just in time for the season! 🎁 </p><p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>3118</itunes:duration>
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      <title>It's Award Season!</title>
      <description>It’s officially award season, and we’ve got ALL the tea for you! In this jam-packed episode, we’re diving into the latest headlines, reactions, and jaw-dropping performances from the K-pop world.
🔥 T.O.P is Back!
T.O.P confirmed his 2025 solo album in the most random way (on a wine post, of all places). Plus, he’s set to star as the villain in Squid Game 2—cue our collective heart eyes. Could we see him reunite with the other Big Bang members for a tour? We’re manifesting!
💫 Hoshi Meets G-Dragon:
Seventeen’s Hoshi had the ultimate fanboy moment at the MAMAs, and G-Dragon’s grin says it all. If you know, you know.
🎄 SEVENTEEN at Disneyland:
The boys made history as the first K-pop group to perform at The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular at Star Wars Land. Catch our reactions to their festive performance of Santa Claus Is Coming to Town.
🎷 V’s Jazzy Comeback:
Taehyung’s jazz track Winter Ahead featuring Park Hyo Shin is topping charts, and we’re here for the cinematic vibes. We break down his stunning music videos, his military-era Instagram aesthetic, and… his unexpectedly “beefy” dance moment.
🏆 Melon Music Awards Highlights:
We’re still buzzing over the show-stopping performances by ATEEZ, IVE, aespa, (G)I-DLE, and more! Plus, the drama with BTS and Melon’s apology—it’s a whole thing.
💔 Farewells &amp; New Beginnings:
fromis_9 and Loossemble are parting ways with their agencies, and NewJeans is leaving ADOR (?!). Meanwhile, IU is set to star in a new drama, and (G)I-DLE has re-signed with Cube.
🎁 Giveaways Galore:
Don’t miss our Kino tour ticket giveaway and exclusive POW Polaroid contest to celebrate their Jingle Ball appearance in New York City!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/f73c9232-b5a1-11ef-bd1a-275e23af29b2/image/085ecd1dbb20cc81acc5676c5238d93f.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>It’s officially award season, and we’ve got ALL the tea for you! In this jam-packed episode, we’re diving into the latest headlines, reactions, and jaw-dropping performances from the K-pop world.
🔥 T.O.P is Back!
T.O.P confirmed his 2025 solo album in the most random way (on a wine post, of all places). Plus, he’s set to star as the villain in Squid Game 2—cue our collective heart eyes. Could we see him reunite with the other Big Bang members for a tour? We’re manifesting!
💫 Hoshi Meets G-Dragon:
Seventeen’s Hoshi had the ultimate fanboy moment at the MAMAs, and G-Dragon’s grin says it all. If you know, you know.
🎄 SEVENTEEN at Disneyland:
The boys made history as the first K-pop group to perform at The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular at Star Wars Land. Catch our reactions to their festive performance of Santa Claus Is Coming to Town.
🎷 V’s Jazzy Comeback:
Taehyung’s jazz track Winter Ahead featuring Park Hyo Shin is topping charts, and we’re here for the cinematic vibes. We break down his stunning music videos, his military-era Instagram aesthetic, and… his unexpectedly “beefy” dance moment.
🏆 Melon Music Awards Highlights:
We’re still buzzing over the show-stopping performances by ATEEZ, IVE, aespa, (G)I-DLE, and more! Plus, the drama with BTS and Melon’s apology—it’s a whole thing.
💔 Farewells &amp; New Beginnings:
fromis_9 and Loossemble are parting ways with their agencies, and NewJeans is leaving ADOR (?!). Meanwhile, IU is set to star in a new drama, and (G)I-DLE has re-signed with Cube.
🎁 Giveaways Galore:
Don’t miss our Kino tour ticket giveaway and exclusive POW Polaroid contest to celebrate their Jingle Ball appearance in New York City!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>It’s officially award season, and we’ve got ALL the tea for you! In this jam-packed episode, we’re diving into the latest headlines, reactions, and jaw-dropping performances from the K-pop world.</p><p>🔥 <strong>T.O.P is Back!</strong></p><p>T.O.P confirmed his 2025 solo album in the most random way (on a wine post, of all places). Plus, he’s set to star as the villain in <em>Squid Game 2</em>—cue our collective heart eyes. Could we see him reunite with the other Big Bang members for a tour? We’re manifesting!</p><p>💫 <strong>Hoshi Meets G-Dragon:</strong></p><p>Seventeen’s Hoshi had the ultimate fanboy moment at the MAMAs, and G-Dragon’s grin says it all. If you know, you know.</p><p>🎄 <strong>SEVENTEEN at Disneyland:</strong></p><p>The boys made history as the first K-pop group to perform at <em>The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular</em> at Star Wars Land. Catch our reactions to their festive performance of <em>Santa Claus Is Coming to Town</em>.</p><p>🎷 <strong>V’s Jazzy Comeback:</strong></p><p>Taehyung’s jazz track <em>Winter Ahead</em> featuring Park Hyo Shin is topping charts, and we’re here for the cinematic vibes. We break down his stunning music videos, his military-era Instagram aesthetic, and… his unexpectedly “beefy” dance moment.</p><p>🏆 <strong>Melon Music Awards Highlights:</strong></p><p>We’re still buzzing over the show-stopping performances by ATEEZ, IVE, aespa, (G)I-DLE, and more! Plus, the drama with BTS and Melon’s apology—it’s a whole thing.</p><p>💔 <strong>Farewells &amp; New Beginnings:</strong></p><p>fromis_9 and Loossemble are parting ways with their agencies, and NewJeans is leaving ADOR (?!). Meanwhile, IU is set to star in a new drama, and (G)I-DLE has re-signed with Cube.</p><p>🎁 <strong>Giveaways Galore:</strong></p><p>Don’t miss our Kino tour ticket giveaway and exclusive POW Polaroid contest to celebrate their Jingle Ball appearance in New York City!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>2552</itunes:duration>
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      <title>The MAMA Awards</title>
      <description>In this episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, we dive into all the jaw-dropping moments from the MAMA Awards, both in the USA and Japan. From performances that made us emotional to surprises that had fans buzzing, we’re covering it all.
We're unpacking the highlights of the 2024 MAMA Awards:


MAMA USA Debut: With performances by Katseye and the LA Rams Cheerleaders, RIIZE, and a show-stopping collab between JYP and Anderson .Paak, has the Western world fully embraced K-pop?


MAMA Japan: BIGBANG’s return shook everyone—including Dex from Single’s Inferno! being shocked to a standstill, G-Dragon’s solo stage, Bruno Mars and Rosé’s performance, and reactions from idols like (G)I-DLE and Zerobaseone had us living for the fancams. But what’s the story behind Bruno and Rose's intimate live setup? We have your answers.


Iconic Moments: Seventeen’s unforgettable stage (and Joshua’s wardrobe malfunction) and the chaotic energy of Illit’s airport-running performance.


BigHit’s New CEO: Shin Seon Jung takes the helm! As a pioneer in idol training and a key figure behind BTS and TXT’s success, Shin has earned her place in K-pop history. We’ll discuss how her leadership could shape BigHit’s future and why fans (and idols) are thrilled.


Run Jin Returns: Did BTS Jin really kidnap J-Hope for an upcoming Run Jin episode? We’ll discus the teaser clip and the internet’s hilarious reactions.


TWICE’s Act of Kindness: TWICE helps a lost girl reunite with her family at LAX, proving once again why they’re K-pop’s sweethearts.


Stray Kids’ Waxing Chronicles: Felix, Hyunjin, and Han share a hilariously painful story about a waxing mishap—true TMI!


Plus, we’re sharing personal updates, from Dana attending a Jungkook lookalike contest to our Thanksgiving plans.
Who do you think won the night for each show—and overall? Tune in and tell us your thoughts!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:39:50 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/4bba6c0e-b5a1-11ef-95ae-13dd5a2cb72c/image/42af9442f147d6713712c10955e678c2.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, we dive into all the jaw-dropping moments from the MAMA Awards, both in the USA and Japan. From performances that made us emotional to surprises that had fans buzzing, we’re covering it all.
We're unpacking the highlights of the 2024 MAMA Awards:


MAMA USA Debut: With performances by Katseye and the LA Rams Cheerleaders, RIIZE, and a show-stopping collab between JYP and Anderson .Paak, has the Western world fully embraced K-pop?


MAMA Japan: BIGBANG’s return shook everyone—including Dex from Single’s Inferno! being shocked to a standstill, G-Dragon’s solo stage, Bruno Mars and Rosé’s performance, and reactions from idols like (G)I-DLE and Zerobaseone had us living for the fancams. But what’s the story behind Bruno and Rose's intimate live setup? We have your answers.


Iconic Moments: Seventeen’s unforgettable stage (and Joshua’s wardrobe malfunction) and the chaotic energy of Illit’s airport-running performance.


BigHit’s New CEO: Shin Seon Jung takes the helm! As a pioneer in idol training and a key figure behind BTS and TXT’s success, Shin has earned her place in K-pop history. We’ll discuss how her leadership could shape BigHit’s future and why fans (and idols) are thrilled.


Run Jin Returns: Did BTS Jin really kidnap J-Hope for an upcoming Run Jin episode? We’ll discus the teaser clip and the internet’s hilarious reactions.


TWICE’s Act of Kindness: TWICE helps a lost girl reunite with her family at LAX, proving once again why they’re K-pop’s sweethearts.


Stray Kids’ Waxing Chronicles: Felix, Hyunjin, and Han share a hilariously painful story about a waxing mishap—true TMI!


Plus, we’re sharing personal updates, from Dana attending a Jungkook lookalike contest to our Thanksgiving plans.
Who do you think won the night for each show—and overall? Tune in and tell us your thoughts!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the <em>Ultimate Bias K-Popcast</em>, we dive into all the jaw-dropping moments from the MAMA Awards, both in the USA and Japan. From performances that made us emotional to surprises that had fans buzzing, we’re covering it all.</p><p>We're unpacking the highlights of the <strong>2024 MAMA Awards</strong>:</p><ul>
<li>
<strong>MAMA USA Debut:</strong> With performances by Katseye and the LA Rams Cheerleaders, RIIZE, and a show-stopping collab between JYP and Anderson .Paak, has the Western world fully embraced K-pop?</li>
<li>
<strong>MAMA Japan:</strong> BIGBANG’s return shook everyone—including Dex from <em>Single’s Inferno</em>! being shocked to a standstill, G-Dragon’s solo stage, Bruno Mars and Rosé’s performance, and reactions from idols like (G)I-DLE and Zerobaseone had us living for the fancams. But what’s the story behind Bruno and Rose's intimate live setup? We have your answers.</li>
<li>
<strong>Iconic Moments:</strong> Seventeen’s unforgettable stage (and Joshua’s wardrobe malfunction) and the chaotic energy of Illit’s airport-running performance.</li>
<li>
<strong>BigHit’s New CEO:</strong> Shin Seon Jung takes the helm! As a pioneer in idol training and a key figure behind BTS and TXT’s success, Shin has earned her place in K-pop history. We’ll discuss how her leadership could shape BigHit’s future and why fans (and idols) are thrilled.</li>
<li>
<strong>Run Jin Returns:</strong> Did BTS Jin <em>really</em> kidnap J-Hope for an upcoming <em>Run Jin</em> episode? We’ll discus the teaser clip and the internet’s hilarious reactions.</li>
<li>
<strong>TWICE’s Act of Kindness:</strong> TWICE helps a lost girl reunite with her family at LAX, proving once again why they’re K-pop’s sweethearts.</li>
<li>
<strong>Stray Kids’ Waxing Chronicles:</strong> Felix, Hyunjin, and Han share a hilariously painful story about a waxing mishap—true TMI!</li>
</ul><p><br></p><p>Plus, we’re sharing personal updates, from Dana attending a Jungkook lookalike contest to our Thanksgiving plans.</p><p>Who do you think won the night for each show—and overall? Tune in and tell us your thoughts!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>K-Pop on Tour: The Global Takeover</title>
      <description>Join host JRE and his co-host Dana for this packed episode full of tour news, big announcements, and your favorite idols! Here's what we're diving into this week:

✨ Stray Kids dropped their stadium tour announcement, with tickets going on sale immediately. They're hitting iconic venues like Wrigley Field, but is the K-Pop industry treating its western fans fairly? We explore the conversation this could spark about future US tours.

✨ NCT 127 is hitting the road with six members while Taeyong and Jaehyun fulfill their military duties. We’re talking tour cities, how the group dynamic might shift, and our thoughts on partial-member tours.

✨ BABYMONSTER is heading out on their first world tour, even with just four songs released so far. Are more tracks on the way? We’re hyped to hear their killer vocals live and might just try to get them on the show!

✨ Sad news from OMEGA X, who canceled their US tour, possibly due to visa issues. We break down the challenges international artists face when touring in the States.

✨ Min Hee Jin has officially stepped away after a heated ruling involving New Jeans and HYBE. What’s next for her, and how does this impact the industry? Dana has the insights!

✨ Is Bruno Mars making his MAMA Awards debut in Japan? K-Pop’s global reach just keeps growing, and we’re here for it.

✨ Updates on Soobin's hiatus, Jin’s vintage sweatshirt hype, and ATEEZ's new looks in their Dazed Korea photoshoot. We’re reacting live—will this episode officially crown us an ATEEZ stan podcast?

✨ Last but not least, Jingle Ball pre-show performers are here, and our beloved POW will take the stage in Los Angeles and NYC. Plus, catch Wonho at the NYC event!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 23 Nov 2024 01:46:27 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Join host JRE and his co-host Dana for this packed episode full of tour news, big announcements, and your favorite idols! Here's what we're diving into this week:

✨ Stray Kids dropped their stadium tour announcement, with tickets going on sale immediately. They're hitting iconic venues like Wrigley Field, but is the K-Pop industry treating its western fans fairly? We explore the conversation this could spark about future US tours.

✨ NCT 127 is hitting the road with six members while Taeyong and Jaehyun fulfill their military duties. We’re talking tour cities, how the group dynamic might shift, and our thoughts on partial-member tours.

✨ BABYMONSTER is heading out on their first world tour, even with just four songs released so far. Are more tracks on the way? We’re hyped to hear their killer vocals live and might just try to get them on the show!

✨ Sad news from OMEGA X, who canceled their US tour, possibly due to visa issues. We break down the challenges international artists face when touring in the States.

✨ Min Hee Jin has officially stepped away after a heated ruling involving New Jeans and HYBE. What’s next for her, and how does this impact the industry? Dana has the insights!

✨ Is Bruno Mars making his MAMA Awards debut in Japan? K-Pop’s global reach just keeps growing, and we’re here for it.

✨ Updates on Soobin's hiatus, Jin’s vintage sweatshirt hype, and ATEEZ's new looks in their Dazed Korea photoshoot. We’re reacting live—will this episode officially crown us an ATEEZ stan podcast?

✨ Last but not least, Jingle Ball pre-show performers are here, and our beloved POW will take the stage in Los Angeles and NYC. Plus, catch Wonho at the NYC event!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Join host JRE and his co-host Dana for this packed episode full of tour news, big announcements, and your favorite idols! Here's what we're diving into this week:</p><p><br></p><p>✨ Stray Kids dropped their stadium tour announcement, with tickets going on sale immediately. They're hitting iconic venues like Wrigley Field, but is the K-Pop industry treating its western fans fairly? We explore the conversation this could spark about future US tours.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ NCT 127 is hitting the road with six members while Taeyong and Jaehyun fulfill their military duties. We’re talking tour cities, how the group dynamic might shift, and our thoughts on partial-member tours.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ BABYMONSTER is heading out on their first world tour, even with just four songs released so far. Are more tracks on the way? We’re hyped to hear their killer vocals live and might just try to get them on the show!</p><p><br></p><p>✨ Sad news from OMEGA X, who canceled their US tour, possibly due to visa issues. We break down the challenges international artists face when touring in the States.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ Min Hee Jin has officially stepped away after a heated ruling involving New Jeans and HYBE. What’s next for her, and how does this impact the industry? Dana has the insights!</p><p><br></p><p>✨ Is Bruno Mars making his MAMA Awards debut in Japan? K-Pop’s global reach just keeps growing, and we’re here for it.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ Updates on Soobin's hiatus, Jin’s vintage sweatshirt hype, and ATEEZ's new looks in their Dazed Korea photoshoot. We’re reacting live—will this episode officially crown us an ATEEZ stan podcast?</p><p><br></p><p>✨ Last but not least, Jingle Ball pre-show performers are here, and our beloved POW will take the stage in Los Angeles and NYC. Plus, catch Wonho at the NYC event!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The HYBE Papers Explained: Why Market Research Matters in K-Pop</title>
      <description>In this episode of Ultimate Bias Podcast, we explore the recently leaked HYBE Papers, shedding light on the reality behind K-pop market analysis and why it’s a common practice across the industry. Market analysis reports like these help companies understand fan preferences and steer their artists’ careers in ways that resonate with the audience, allowing them to focus on what fans love while avoiding past missteps. Shannon emphasizes that every major K-pop company relies on similar insights to meet fans’ expectations, highlighting that it’s simply smart business—not something unique to HYBE.
So why all the buzz? We dive into why HYBE, as an industry leader, faces heightened scrutiny. In an era when the stakes are higher than ever, it's natural for fans to worry about how data-driven decisions might shape their favorite idols' paths. Dana and Shannon unpack how, far from undermining fans, HYBE is actually listening closely to them, leveraging insights to create content that deepens fan engagement and strengthens bonds within fandoms.
News is a lot more fun as we talk G-Dragon's Comeback, Taemin’s U.S. Tour: The excitement and demand for tickets. TWICE Performing with Coldplay in Seoul: A major collaboration in the works. SEVENTEEN’s Interactive Concert Encores: Fans join in for a unique live experience. Soobin’s Wardrobe Mishap: Fans are calling for him to be the next Calvin Klein ambassador after he handled a wardrobe issue like the king he is.
JRE, Dana and Shannon also react to ATEEZ’s bold comeback concepts for their Golden Hour Part 2 comeback, and spent about five minutes of the podcast speechless and falling all over themselves. You won't want to miss THAT for sure!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 21:40:42 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode of Ultimate Bias Podcast, we explore the recently leaked HYBE Papers, shedding light on the reality behind K-pop market analysis and why it’s a common practice across the industry. Market analysis reports like these help companies understand fan preferences and steer their artists’ careers in ways that resonate with the audience, allowing them to focus on what fans love while avoiding past missteps. Shannon emphasizes that every major K-pop company relies on similar insights to meet fans’ expectations, highlighting that it’s simply smart business—not something unique to HYBE.
So why all the buzz? We dive into why HYBE, as an industry leader, faces heightened scrutiny. In an era when the stakes are higher than ever, it's natural for fans to worry about how data-driven decisions might shape their favorite idols' paths. Dana and Shannon unpack how, far from undermining fans, HYBE is actually listening closely to them, leveraging insights to create content that deepens fan engagement and strengthens bonds within fandoms.
News is a lot more fun as we talk G-Dragon's Comeback, Taemin’s U.S. Tour: The excitement and demand for tickets. TWICE Performing with Coldplay in Seoul: A major collaboration in the works. SEVENTEEN’s Interactive Concert Encores: Fans join in for a unique live experience. Soobin’s Wardrobe Mishap: Fans are calling for him to be the next Calvin Klein ambassador after he handled a wardrobe issue like the king he is.
JRE, Dana and Shannon also react to ATEEZ’s bold comeback concepts for their Golden Hour Part 2 comeback, and spent about five minutes of the podcast speechless and falling all over themselves. You won't want to miss THAT for sure!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <em>Ultimate Bias Podcast</em>, we explore the recently leaked HYBE Papers, shedding light on the reality behind K-pop market analysis and why it’s a common practice across the industry. Market analysis reports like these help companies understand fan preferences and steer their artists’ careers in ways that resonate with the audience, allowing them to focus on what fans love while avoiding past missteps. Shannon emphasizes that every major K-pop company relies on similar insights to meet fans’ expectations, highlighting that it’s simply smart business—not something unique to HYBE.</p><p>So why all the buzz? We dive into why HYBE, as an industry leader, faces heightened scrutiny. In an era when the stakes are higher than ever, it's natural for fans to worry about how data-driven decisions might shape their favorite idols' paths. Dana and Shannon unpack how, far from undermining fans, HYBE is actually listening closely to them, leveraging insights to create content that deepens fan engagement and strengthens bonds within fandoms.</p><p>News is a lot more fun as we talk <strong>G-Dragon's Comeback, Taemin’s U.S. Tour</strong>: The excitement and demand for tickets. <strong>TWICE Performing with Coldplay in Seoul</strong>: A major collaboration in the works. <strong>SEVENTEEN’s Interactive Concert Encores</strong>: Fans join in for a unique live experience. <strong>Soobin’s Wardrobe Mishap</strong>: Fans are calling for him to be the next Calvin Klein ambassador after he handled a wardrobe issue like the king he is.</p><p>JRE, Dana and Shannon also react to ATEEZ’s bold comeback concepts for their Golden Hour Part 2 comeback, and spent about five minutes of the podcast speechless and falling all over themselves. You won't want to miss THAT for sure!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>4182</itunes:duration>
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      <title>BOYZ Only: THE BOYZ Talk History, The Future, and The Notebook</title>
      <description>In this Halloween episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, JRE sits down with THE BOYZ, exploring everything from their favorite song and hidden talents to hilarious tour moments and dream concepts. Hear Sangyeon discuss his approach as the group's leader, and learn the story behind New and Q's stage names, and discover who they'd pick to be stranded on a desert island with. We also delve into deeper topics like group dynamics, their creative process, fan connections, and future aspirations.
During the news segment JRE and Dana welcome Skyler Lee, @foodieonfleek on all social media, as we dive into the K-Pop's most talked about news this week. First up, we’re hyped for G-Dragon’s comeback at the MAMA Awards, marking his first performance there in nine years, and BLACKPINK’s Rosé making history as the first female K-Pop soloist to hit #1 on Spotify US. We’ve also got updates on TWICE teaming up with Megan Thee Stallion, THE BOYZ’s 9th mini album 'TRIGGER,' and more comeback news.
Plus, K-pop newcomers Katseye drew a massive 8K crowd at Mall of America, J-Hope was spotted throwing the first pitch at a baseball game, and BTS’s Jin revisited a favorite restaurant from his trainee days. Get ready for music video reactions to Rosé &amp; Bruno Mars’ 'APT.,' Seventeen &amp; DJ Khaled’s 'Love, Money, Fame,' and more.
Tune in for the hottest headlines and all things K-pop!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/300b7d54-9715-11ef-8b54-6fe4f9af1ee3/image/99d8dc03fc14a512d5618e426ca6c8c8.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
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      <itunes:summary>In this Halloween episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, JRE sits down with THE BOYZ, exploring everything from their favorite song and hidden talents to hilarious tour moments and dream concepts. Hear Sangyeon discuss his approach as the group's leader, and learn the story behind New and Q's stage names, and discover who they'd pick to be stranded on a desert island with. We also delve into deeper topics like group dynamics, their creative process, fan connections, and future aspirations.
During the news segment JRE and Dana welcome Skyler Lee, @foodieonfleek on all social media, as we dive into the K-Pop's most talked about news this week. First up, we’re hyped for G-Dragon’s comeback at the MAMA Awards, marking his first performance there in nine years, and BLACKPINK’s Rosé making history as the first female K-Pop soloist to hit #1 on Spotify US. We’ve also got updates on TWICE teaming up with Megan Thee Stallion, THE BOYZ’s 9th mini album 'TRIGGER,' and more comeback news.
Plus, K-pop newcomers Katseye drew a massive 8K crowd at Mall of America, J-Hope was spotted throwing the first pitch at a baseball game, and BTS’s Jin revisited a favorite restaurant from his trainee days. Get ready for music video reactions to Rosé &amp; Bruno Mars’ 'APT.,' Seventeen &amp; DJ Khaled’s 'Love, Money, Fame,' and more.
Tune in for the hottest headlines and all things K-pop!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this Halloween episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, JRE sits down with THE BOYZ, exploring everything from their favorite song and hidden talents to hilarious tour moments and dream concepts. Hear Sangyeon discuss his approach as the group's leader, and learn the story behind New and Q's stage names, and discover who they'd pick to be stranded on a desert island with. We also delve into deeper topics like group dynamics, their creative process, fan connections, and future aspirations.</p><p>During the news segment JRE and Dana welcome Skyler Lee, @foodieonfleek on all social media, as we dive into the K-Pop's most talked about news this week. First up, we’re hyped for G-Dragon’s comeback at the MAMA Awards, marking his first performance there in nine years, and BLACKPINK’s Rosé making history as the first female K-Pop soloist to hit #1 on Spotify US. We’ve also got updates on TWICE teaming up with Megan Thee Stallion, THE BOYZ’s 9th mini album 'TRIGGER,' and more comeback news.</p><p>Plus, K-pop newcomers Katseye drew a massive 8K crowd at Mall of America, J-Hope was spotted throwing the first pitch at a baseball game, and BTS’s Jin revisited a favorite restaurant from his trainee days. Get ready for music video reactions to Rosé &amp; Bruno Mars’ 'APT.,' Seventeen &amp; DJ Khaled’s 'Love, Money, Fame,' and more.</p><p>Tune in for the hottest headlines and all things K-pop!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>3592</itunes:duration>
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      <title>LEO Unleashed: Mario Kart, K-Con, and Musical Ambitions</title>
      <description>In this episode of the Ultimate Bias Podcast, JRE interviews LEO and asks the important questions, like if he prefers pineapple on pizza, the song stuck in his head, coffee or tea, and which cartoon character he'd choose as his manager. We also get deep with questions about his massive debut at K-Con LA, signing with B.I.’s 131 Label, and the moment that inspired him to pursue his dream of becoming an idol. Leo shares insights into his creative process, inspirations, and goals, both personal and professional, as he continues his journey as an artist.
In the news segment, we dive into the latest K-Pop rumors and news! Mnet has responded to the growing speculation that BIGBANG might perform at the 2024 MAMA Awards, although the lineup isn’t finalized yet. Meanwhile, G-Dragon is reportedly filming a music video for his highly anticipated October 2024 comeback, though YG Entertainment remains tight-lipped about the specifics.
We also discuss the big changes to MAMA's Album of the Year criteria, which will now factor in elements like planning, music, artwork, and visual impact—not just sales!
We move on to the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards, with nominations for Lisa (BLACKPINK), LE SSERAFIM, Jimin, Jungkook, and more.
Speaking of icons, 2NE1 recently held their “WELCOME BACK” reunion concerts in Seoul, with stars like G-Dragon and Jennie attending to show their support.
Plus, Jimin’s song “WHO” continues to rise on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his 11th consecutive week on the chart!
Stay tuned as we also share the latest teaser videos from JENNIE, SEVENTEEN, and more!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 22:48:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/b3a7bde4-8cd9-11ef-82b9-5fc5a41ad686/image/d6a7f9777bf676233b749858bf4a17c1.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode of the Ultimate Bias Podcast, JRE interviews LEO and asks the important questions, like if he prefers pineapple on pizza, the song stuck in his head, coffee or tea, and which cartoon character he'd choose as his manager. We also get deep with questions about his massive debut at K-Con LA, signing with B.I.’s 131 Label, and the moment that inspired him to pursue his dream of becoming an idol. Leo shares insights into his creative process, inspirations, and goals, both personal and professional, as he continues his journey as an artist.
In the news segment, we dive into the latest K-Pop rumors and news! Mnet has responded to the growing speculation that BIGBANG might perform at the 2024 MAMA Awards, although the lineup isn’t finalized yet. Meanwhile, G-Dragon is reportedly filming a music video for his highly anticipated October 2024 comeback, though YG Entertainment remains tight-lipped about the specifics.
We also discuss the big changes to MAMA's Album of the Year criteria, which will now factor in elements like planning, music, artwork, and visual impact—not just sales!
We move on to the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards, with nominations for Lisa (BLACKPINK), LE SSERAFIM, Jimin, Jungkook, and more.
Speaking of icons, 2NE1 recently held their “WELCOME BACK” reunion concerts in Seoul, with stars like G-Dragon and Jennie attending to show their support.
Plus, Jimin’s song “WHO” continues to rise on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his 11th consecutive week on the chart!
Stay tuned as we also share the latest teaser videos from JENNIE, SEVENTEEN, and more!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the <strong>Ultimate Bias Podcast</strong>, <strong>JRE</strong> interviews <strong>LEO</strong> and asks the important questions, like if he prefers pineapple on pizza, the song stuck in his head, coffee or tea, and which cartoon character he'd choose as his manager. We also get deep with questions about his massive debut at K-Con LA, signing with <strong>B.I.’s 131 Label</strong>, and the moment that inspired him to pursue his dream of becoming an idol. Leo shares insights into his creative process, inspirations, and goals, both personal and professional, as he continues his journey as an artist.</p><p>In the news segment, we dive into the latest K-Pop rumors and news! Mnet has responded to the growing speculation that <strong>BIGBANG</strong> might perform at the 2024 MAMA Awards, although the lineup isn’t finalized yet. Meanwhile, <strong>G-Dragon</strong> is reportedly filming a music video for his highly anticipated October 2024 comeback, though YG Entertainment remains tight-lipped about the specifics.</p><p>We also discuss the big changes to MAMA's <strong>Album of the Year</strong> criteria, which will now factor in elements like planning, music, artwork, and visual impact—not just sales!</p><p>We move on to the 2024 <strong>MTV Europe Music Awards</strong>, with nominations for <strong>Lisa (BLACKPINK)</strong>, <strong>LE SSERAFIM</strong>, <strong>Jimin</strong>, <strong>Jungkook</strong>, and more.</p><p>Speaking of icons, <strong>2NE1</strong> recently held their “WELCOME BACK” reunion concerts in Seoul, with stars like G-Dragon and Jennie attending to show their support.</p><p>Plus, <strong>Jimin</strong>’s song “WHO” continues to rise on the <strong>Billboard Hot 100</strong>, marking his 11th consecutive week on the chart!</p><p>Stay tuned as we also share the latest teaser videos from <strong>JENNIE</strong>, <strong>SEVENTEEN</strong>, and more!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>The Trials of Min Hee-Jin</title>
      <description>In this Ultimate Bias K-Popcast: Riverside Sessions episode, we’re spilling all the tea on Min Heejin’s messy beef with HYBE. Yup, real charges are being thrown her way.
JRE is here with his co-host Dana, who’s got major corporate HR expertise to break down what’s really going on behind the scenes. And we’ve got our marketing queen Shannon, all the way from across the pond, to spill on how Min Heejin’s playing the branding game. JRE? He’s just vibing and loving the drama. Don’t miss this breakdown of one of K-pop’s biggest dramas right now!
If you're watching this story and wondering what the heck's going on, don't miss this episode!
In the news segment of this Ultimate Bias K-Popcast episode, we’re talking all about IU’s star-studded concert in Seoul, where basically every K-pop idol you love showed up: from BTS’s V and J-Hope, to G-Dragon, TXT’s Beomgyu and Soobin, Stray Kids’ Seungmin and Lee Know, and more!
Plus, NMIXX just made history as the first K-pop group to join Latin Music Week, showing that the K-pop x Latin crossover is real. We’re also hyping up NewJeans’ Calvin Klein Fall 2024 debut and SEVENTEEN’s Joshua using his company headshot for his driver’s license (seriously, iconic). And get ready, because GFriend is celebrating their 10th anniversary, and Blackpink’s world tour is officially coming in 2025!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 00:39:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/53ef6dde-81e9-11ef-9687-f39cd5ee1e94/image/534e60950b7160c864fb8644f1be24d1.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this Ultimate Bias K-Popcast: Riverside Sessions episode, we’re spilling all the tea on Min Heejin’s messy beef with HYBE. Yup, real charges are being thrown her way.
JRE is here with his co-host Dana, who’s got major corporate HR expertise to break down what’s really going on behind the scenes. And we’ve got our marketing queen Shannon, all the way from across the pond, to spill on how Min Heejin’s playing the branding game. JRE? He’s just vibing and loving the drama. Don’t miss this breakdown of one of K-pop’s biggest dramas right now!
If you're watching this story and wondering what the heck's going on, don't miss this episode!
In the news segment of this Ultimate Bias K-Popcast episode, we’re talking all about IU’s star-studded concert in Seoul, where basically every K-pop idol you love showed up: from BTS’s V and J-Hope, to G-Dragon, TXT’s Beomgyu and Soobin, Stray Kids’ Seungmin and Lee Know, and more!
Plus, NMIXX just made history as the first K-pop group to join Latin Music Week, showing that the K-pop x Latin crossover is real. We’re also hyping up NewJeans’ Calvin Klein Fall 2024 debut and SEVENTEEN’s Joshua using his company headshot for his driver’s license (seriously, iconic). And get ready, because GFriend is celebrating their 10th anniversary, and Blackpink’s world tour is officially coming in 2025!
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this <strong><em>Ultimate Bias K-Popcast: Riverside Sessions</em></strong> episode, we’re spilling all the tea on Min Heejin’s messy beef with <strong>HYBE</strong>. Yup, real charges are being thrown her way.</p><p>JRE is here with his co-host Dana, who’s got major corporate HR expertise to break down what’s really going on behind the scenes. And we’ve got our marketing queen Shannon, all the way from across the pond, to spill on how Min Heejin’s playing the branding game. JRE? He’s just vibing and loving the drama. Don’t miss this breakdown of one of K-pop’s biggest dramas right now!</p><p>If you're watching this story and wondering what the heck's going on, don't miss this episode!</p><p>In the news segment of this <em>Ultimate Bias K-Popcast</em> episode, we’re talking all about IU’s star-studded concert in Seoul, where basically every K-pop idol you love showed up: from BTS’s V and J-Hope, to G-Dragon, TXT’s Beomgyu and Soobin, Stray Kids’ Seungmin and Lee Know, and more!</p><p>Plus, NMIXX just made history as the first K-pop group to join Latin Music Week, showing that the K-pop x Latin crossover is real. We’re also hyping up NewJeans’ Calvin Klein Fall 2024 debut and SEVENTEEN’s Joshua using his company headshot for his driver’s license (seriously, iconic). And get ready, because GFriend is celebrating their 10th anniversary, and Blackpink’s world tour is officially coming in 2025!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>POW: Secrets, Fashion, Fans, and Boba Runs</title>
      <description>In this episode, JRE and Dana chat with rising rookie group POW for a fun-filled interview! The members share who’s the fashion king, who’s most likely to bring home a random animal, and who can’t resist boba shops. They also reveal who’s up all night gaming, the class clown, and the best secret keeper.
POW talks about their time in Los Angeles, and the music they're currently inspired by. Plus, they reflect on their latest single “Valentine” and the special connection they have with their fans!
In the K-Pop news segment, we talk about K-pop idols taking over Milan Fashion Week! Idols are becoming a staple on the global fashion scene, and this year, they ruled the runways and front rows. We break down some of the most iconic looks and moments.
Next, we get into the exciting debut of 1VERSE, a rookie boy group that’s making headlines with two North Korean members. K-netizens are buzzing about the group’s unique lineup, and we’re here for it. Plus, we discuss the viral rumor about Jang Won Young’s airport fashion—was it throwing shade at notorious YouTuber Sojang?
We celebrate Stray Kids’ Felix being appointed as UNICEF Korea’s Goodwill Ambassador. Kc can’t contain her excitement, and we talk about how Felix’s genuine passion for children’s happiness makes him a perfect fit for this role.
As the AI conversation heats up, we unpack SHINee's Key's thoughts on AI covers and voice licensing. Is AI a new creative tool or something that could spiral out of control? Key shares his concerns, and we jump into the debate.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:39:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode, JRE and Dana chat with rising rookie group POW for a fun-filled interview! The members share who’s the fashion king, who’s most likely to bring home a random animal, and who can’t resist boba shops. They also reveal who’s up all night gaming, the class clown, and the best secret keeper.
POW talks about their time in Los Angeles, and the music they're currently inspired by. Plus, they reflect on their latest single “Valentine” and the special connection they have with their fans!
In the K-Pop news segment, we talk about K-pop idols taking over Milan Fashion Week! Idols are becoming a staple on the global fashion scene, and this year, they ruled the runways and front rows. We break down some of the most iconic looks and moments.
Next, we get into the exciting debut of 1VERSE, a rookie boy group that’s making headlines with two North Korean members. K-netizens are buzzing about the group’s unique lineup, and we’re here for it. Plus, we discuss the viral rumor about Jang Won Young’s airport fashion—was it throwing shade at notorious YouTuber Sojang?
We celebrate Stray Kids’ Felix being appointed as UNICEF Korea’s Goodwill Ambassador. Kc can’t contain her excitement, and we talk about how Felix’s genuine passion for children’s happiness makes him a perfect fit for this role.
As the AI conversation heats up, we unpack SHINee's Key's thoughts on AI covers and voice licensing. Is AI a new creative tool or something that could spiral out of control? Key shares his concerns, and we jump into the debate.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, <strong>JRE</strong> and <strong>Dana</strong> chat with rising rookie group <strong>POW</strong> for a fun-filled interview! The members share who’s the fashion king, who’s most likely to bring home a random animal, and who can’t resist boba shops. They also reveal who’s up all night gaming, the class clown, and the best secret keeper.</p><p><strong>POW</strong> talks about their time in <strong>Los Angeles</strong>, and the music they're currently inspired by. Plus, they reflect on their latest single <strong>“Valentine”</strong> and the special connection they have with their fans!</p><p>In the K-Pop news segment, we talk about <strong>K-pop idols taking over Milan Fashion Week</strong>! Idols are becoming a staple on the global fashion scene, and this year, they ruled the runways and front rows. We break down some of the most iconic looks and moments.</p><p>Next, we get into the exciting debut of <strong>1VERSE</strong>, a rookie boy group that’s making headlines with two North Korean members. K-netizens are buzzing about the group’s unique lineup, and we’re here for it. Plus, we discuss the viral rumor about <strong>Jang Won Young’s</strong> airport fashion—was it throwing shade at notorious YouTuber <strong>Sojang</strong>?</p><p>We celebrate <strong>Stray Kids’ Felix</strong> being appointed as UNICEF Korea’s Goodwill Ambassador. <strong>Kc </strong>can’t contain her excitement, and we talk about how Felix’s genuine passion for children’s happiness makes him a perfect fit for this role.</p><p>As the AI conversation heats up, we unpack <strong>SHINee's Key's</strong> thoughts on AI covers and voice licensing. Is AI a new creative tool or something that could spiral out of control? <strong>Key</strong> shares his concerns, and we jump into the debate.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Kang Daniel: Myths, Music, and Making Magic</title>
      <description>Get ready to laugh, swoon, and maybe even rethink your favorite mythical creature! In this super fun episode of Ultimate Bias Podcast, Sorn and JRE vibe with the one and only Kang Daniel, bringing a mix of hilarious and heartwarming moments. We asked him some wild questions, like what his signature fragrance would smell like, whether he’d rather sneeze glitter or cry chocolate syrup, and which mythical creature he’d keep as a pet (his answer is gold!).
Daniel also opens up about his love for Spiderman, adorable stories of his four cat siblings—Rooney, Peter, Ori, and Jjang-ah—and what he’s playing in the gaming world right now.
He also spills all the tea on his epic Waterbomb performance and what makes performing live so magical for him. Of course, no Kang Daniel episode is complete without hearing him talk about his music! From his favorite memories with Danity, to what inspires him, and even what color he feels defines him right now, Daniel keeps it real. He even teases us with what’s next for his music and the legacy he wants to build.
If you love Kang Daniel or just want to get to know him better, this is the episode for you! Tune in and join the fun!
We also welcome Skyler Lee, @foodieonfleek on Instagram and Tiktok! She shares her K-pop fan journey, and the crazy lucky situations she finds herself in! You'll fall in love with her and will love her energetic, crazy K-pop stories!
Plus we have Dana, @danaisdoingherbest on Tiktok, with the NEWS!
Jennie has officially signed with Columbia Records as a solo artist, launching her comeback in October—her first solo release since "You and Me." Plus, check out her new website at jenn.ie for updates!
2NE1 adds Manila and Jakarta to their WELCOME BACK tour, with more dates teased. Any guesses where they’ll head next?
Le Sserafim is performing at the MTV VMAs Pre-Show, and they’re nominated for Push Performance of the Year with their hit song "Easy."
Join us for this week's episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2024 02:20:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Get ready to laugh, swoon, and maybe even rethink your favorite mythical creature! In this super fun episode of Ultimate Bias Podcast, Sorn and JRE vibe with the one and only Kang Daniel, bringing a mix of hilarious and heartwarming moments. We asked him some wild questions, like what his signature fragrance would smell like, whether he’d rather sneeze glitter or cry chocolate syrup, and which mythical creature he’d keep as a pet (his answer is gold!).
Daniel also opens up about his love for Spiderman, adorable stories of his four cat siblings—Rooney, Peter, Ori, and Jjang-ah—and what he’s playing in the gaming world right now.
He also spills all the tea on his epic Waterbomb performance and what makes performing live so magical for him. Of course, no Kang Daniel episode is complete without hearing him talk about his music! From his favorite memories with Danity, to what inspires him, and even what color he feels defines him right now, Daniel keeps it real. He even teases us with what’s next for his music and the legacy he wants to build.
If you love Kang Daniel or just want to get to know him better, this is the episode for you! Tune in and join the fun!
We also welcome Skyler Lee, @foodieonfleek on Instagram and Tiktok! She shares her K-pop fan journey, and the crazy lucky situations she finds herself in! You'll fall in love with her and will love her energetic, crazy K-pop stories!
Plus we have Dana, @danaisdoingherbest on Tiktok, with the NEWS!
Jennie has officially signed with Columbia Records as a solo artist, launching her comeback in October—her first solo release since "You and Me." Plus, check out her new website at jenn.ie for updates!
2NE1 adds Manila and Jakarta to their WELCOME BACK tour, with more dates teased. Any guesses where they’ll head next?
Le Sserafim is performing at the MTV VMAs Pre-Show, and they’re nominated for Push Performance of the Year with their hit song "Easy."
Join us for this week's episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Get ready to laugh, swoon, and maybe even rethink your favorite mythical creature! In this super fun episode of <em>Ultimate Bias Podcast</em>, <strong>Sorn</strong> and <strong>JRE</strong> vibe with the one and only <strong>Kang Daniel</strong>, bringing a mix of hilarious and heartwarming moments. We asked him some wild questions, like what his signature fragrance would smell like, whether he’d rather sneeze glitter or cry chocolate syrup, and which mythical creature he’d keep as a pet (his answer is gold!).</p><p><strong>Daniel</strong> also opens up about his love for Spiderman, adorable stories of his four cat siblings—Rooney, Peter, Ori, and Jjang-ah—and what he’s playing in the gaming world right now.</p><p>He also spills all the tea on his epic Waterbomb performance and what makes performing live so magical for him. Of course, no <strong>Kang Daniel</strong> episode is complete without hearing him talk about his music! From his favorite memories with <strong>Danity</strong>, to what inspires him, and even what color he feels defines him right now, <strong>Daniel</strong> keeps it real. He even teases us with what’s next for his music and the legacy he wants to build.</p><p>If you love <strong>Kang Daniel</strong> or just want to get to know him better, this is the episode for you! Tune in and join the fun!</p><p>We also welcome<strong> Skyler Lee,</strong> <strong>@foodieonfleek </strong>on Instagram and Tiktok! She shares her K-pop fan journey, and the crazy lucky situations she finds herself in! You'll fall in love with her and will love her energetic, crazy K-pop stories!</p><p>Plus we have <strong>Dana</strong>, <strong>@danaisdoingherbest</strong> on Tiktok, with the <strong>NEWS</strong>!</p><p>Jennie has officially signed with Columbia Records as a solo artist, launching her comeback in October—her first solo release since "You and Me." Plus, check out her new website at jenn.ie for updates!</p><p>2NE1 adds Manila and Jakarta to their WELCOME BACK tour, with more dates teased. Any guesses where they’ll head next?</p><p>Le Sserafim is performing at the MTV VMAs Pre-Show, and they’re nominated for Push Performance of the Year with their hit song "Easy."</p><p>Join us for this week's episode of the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>4617</itunes:duration>
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      <title>The KingDom: Chaos, Laughter, and Random Beatboxing</title>
      <description>Get ready for one of the wildest episodes yet! Join your host JRE and co-host Dana as they welcome The KingDom into the studio for a chaotic, and hilarious interview!
Want to know The KingDom’s favorite dance moves? The prankster of the group? Or who would survive a zombie apocalypse? We got the answers, and they’re as unpredictable as you’d expect!
Plus, stick around for a special guest appearance from Shannon as we take a deep dive into the Katseye Documentary! 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2024 17:29:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Get ready for one of the wildest episodes yet! Join your host JRE and co-host Dana as they welcome The KingDom into the studio for a chaotic, and hilarious interview!
Want to know The KingDom’s favorite dance moves? The prankster of the group? Or who would survive a zombie apocalypse? We got the answers, and they’re as unpredictable as you’d expect!
Plus, stick around for a special guest appearance from Shannon as we take a deep dive into the Katseye Documentary! 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Get ready for one of the wildest episodes yet! Join your host <strong>JRE</strong> and co-host <strong>Dana</strong> as they welcome <strong>The KingDom</strong> into the studio for a chaotic, and hilarious interview!</p><p>Want to know <strong>The KingDom</strong>’s favorite dance moves? The prankster of the group? Or who would survive a zombie apocalypse? We got the answers, and they’re as unpredictable as you’d expect!</p><p>Plus, stick around for a special guest appearance from <strong>Shannon</strong> as we take a deep dive into the <strong>Katseye Documentary! </strong></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>KINO: A Deep Dive into Music, Fan Connections and his Creative Journey</title>
      <description>In this episode, Sorn and JRE sit down with KINO from the group Pentagon for an engaging and fun-filled conversation! We kick things off with a couple of games, one named after his new comeback dropping TODAY, "If this is love, I want a refund, called “Keep or Refund,” where KINO tells us whether he would keep or refund everyday items like skinny jeans (refunded!), soju (refunded!), and traveling alone (definitely keep!). Fun fact: KINO is also a proud member of the Mint Chocolate Chip club!
But it’s not all games—KINO dives deep into his journey as a K-pop artist, from his early inspirations to becoming a member of Pentagon and his solo career aspirations with his new label, NAKED. He shares insights about his innovative Instagram handle 831x10, his first solo tour "BORN NAKED," and his love for engaging with fans. We also get a sneak peek into his creative process, from songwriting to choreography, and his passion for learning.
KINO reflects on his most memorable career moments, collaborations, and the fan support that continues to inspire him. Plus, find out who he’d choose from Pentagon to survive a zombie apocalypse with, his favorite karaoke song, and more!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/c0c4a376-6b4f-11ef-ab95-ef160ed6095b/image/578a41b5765c94ab293ac322a90f2304.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Sorn and JRE sit down with KINO from the group Pentagon for an engaging and fun-filled conversation! We kick things off with a couple of games, one named after his new comeback dropping TODAY, "If this is love, I want a refund, called “Keep or Refund,” where KINO tells us whether he would keep or refund everyday items like skinny jeans (refunded!), soju (refunded!), and traveling alone (definitely keep!). Fun fact: KINO is also a proud member of the Mint Chocolate Chip club!
But it’s not all games—KINO dives deep into his journey as a K-pop artist, from his early inspirations to becoming a member of Pentagon and his solo career aspirations with his new label, NAKED. He shares insights about his innovative Instagram handle 831x10, his first solo tour "BORN NAKED," and his love for engaging with fans. We also get a sneak peek into his creative process, from songwriting to choreography, and his passion for learning.
KINO reflects on his most memorable career moments, collaborations, and the fan support that continues to inspire him. Plus, find out who he’d choose from Pentagon to survive a zombie apocalypse with, his favorite karaoke song, and more!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Sorn and JRE sit down with <strong>KINO</strong> from the group Pentagon for an engaging and fun-filled conversation! We kick things off with a couple of games, one named after his new comeback dropping TODAY, "If this is love, I want a refund, called “Keep or Refund,” where <strong>KINO</strong> tells us whether he would keep or refund everyday items like skinny jeans (refunded!), soju (refunded!), and traveling alone (definitely keep!). Fun fact: <strong>KINO </strong>is also a proud member of the Mint Chocolate Chip club!</p><p>But it’s not all games—<strong>KINO</strong> dives deep into his journey as a K-pop artist, from his early inspirations to becoming a member of Pentagon and his solo career aspirations with his new label, NAKED. He shares insights about his innovative Instagram handle 831x10, his first solo tour "BORN NAKED," and his love for engaging with fans. We also get a sneak peek into his creative process, from songwriting to choreography, and his passion for learning.</p><p><strong>KINO</strong> reflects on his most memorable career moments, collaborations, and the fan support that continues to inspire him. Plus, find out who he’d choose from Pentagon to survive a zombie apocalypse with, his favorite karaoke song, and more!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>5264</itunes:duration>
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      <title>ZEROBASEONE: A Year of Laughs, Comebacks, and Looking Towards the Future</title>
      <description>Celebrate ZEROBASEONE’s one-year anniversary with us on the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, as we sit down for an exclusive interview with the group! We dive deep into their debut journey, musical growth, and personal milestones over the past year. Discover their favorite snacks, dream concert destinations, and the funniest backstage moments. Plus, find out who takes the longest to get ready before a performance and what's on their bucket lists.
And be sure to catch a special moment where a member of ZEROBASEONE reveals his unexpected fanboy admiration for our host Sorn! Tune in for laughs, insights, and a heartfelt look back at an amazing year with ZEROBASEONE.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Celebrate ZEROBASEONE’s one-year anniversary with us on the Ultimate Bias K-Popcast, as we sit down for an exclusive interview with the group! We dive deep into their debut journey, musical growth, and personal milestones over the past year. Discover their favorite snacks, dream concert destinations, and the funniest backstage moments. Plus, find out who takes the longest to get ready before a performance and what's on their bucket lists.
And be sure to catch a special moment where a member of ZEROBASEONE reveals his unexpected fanboy admiration for our host Sorn! Tune in for laughs, insights, and a heartfelt look back at an amazing year with ZEROBASEONE.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Celebrate <strong>ZEROBASEONE</strong>’s one-year anniversary with us on the <strong>Ultimate Bias K-Popcast</strong>, as we sit down for an exclusive interview with the group! We dive deep into their debut journey, musical growth, and personal milestones over the past year. Discover their favorite snacks, dream concert destinations, and the funniest backstage moments. Plus, find out who takes the longest to get ready before a performance and what's on their bucket lists.</p><p>And be sure to catch a special moment where a member of <strong>ZEROBASEONE </strong>reveals his unexpected fanboy admiration for our host <strong>Sorn</strong>! Tune in for laughs, insights, and a heartfelt look back at an amazing year with <strong>ZEROBASEONE.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>CHUNG HA: The Evolution of a K-Pop Icon</title>
      <description>In this episode of Ultimate Bias, we dive deep with the iconic CHUNG HA, often hailed as the "Mother of K-pop culture." CHUNG HA reflects on her incredible journey over the past eight years since her rise to fame on Produce 101, discussing the ups, the downs, and what she might have done differently. We explore how her approach to music has evolved, especially with her recent releases that were crafted from her heart, for herself rather than chasing trends.
CHUNG HA opens up about how her fans’ unwavering support has shaped her career and the way she navigates the K-pop industry. In our fan Q&amp;A, CHUNG HA answers a range of questions from fans around the world—from how she manages to dance effortlessly in heels, her personal style, and how she stays grounded amidst the whirlwind of her career. She also shares some personal favorites, guilty pleasures, and insights into her creative process, including what’s next for her musically and visually.
Tune in for an episode full of vibes, real talk, and all the love for CHUNG HA! You don’t want to miss this one!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2024 15:24:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>CHUNG HA: The Evolution of a K-Pop Icon</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode of Ultimate Bias, we dive deep with the iconic CHUNG HA, often hailed as the "Mother of K-pop culture." CHUNG HA reflects on her incredible journey over the past eight years since her rise to fame on Produce 101, discussing the ups, the downs, and what she might have done differently. We explore how her approach to music has evolved, especially with her recent releases that were crafted from her heart, for herself rather than chasing trends.
CHUNG HA opens up about how her fans’ unwavering support has shaped her career and the way she navigates the K-pop industry. In our fan Q&amp;A, CHUNG HA answers a range of questions from fans around the world—from how she manages to dance effortlessly in heels, her personal style, and how she stays grounded amidst the whirlwind of her career. She also shares some personal favorites, guilty pleasures, and insights into her creative process, including what’s next for her musically and visually.
Tune in for an episode full of vibes, real talk, and all the love for CHUNG HA! You don’t want to miss this one!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <em>Ultimate Bias</em>, we dive deep with the iconic <strong>CHUNG HA</strong>, often hailed as the "Mother of K-pop culture." <strong>CHUNG HA</strong> reflects on her incredible journey over the past eight years since her rise to fame on <em>Produce 101</em>, discussing the ups, the downs, and what she might have done differently. We explore how her approach to music has evolved, especially with her recent releases that were crafted from her heart, for herself rather than chasing trends.</p><p><strong>CHUNG HA</strong> opens up about how her fans’ unwavering support has shaped her career and the way she navigates the K-pop industry. In our fan Q&amp;A, <strong>CHUNG HA</strong> answers a range of questions from fans around the world—from how she manages to dance effortlessly in heels, her personal style, and how she stays grounded amidst the whirlwind of her career. She also shares some personal favorites, guilty pleasures, and insights into her creative process, including what’s next for her musically and visually.</p><p>Tune in for an episode full of vibes, real talk, and all the love for CHUNG HA! You don’t want to miss this one!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Purrrfectly I.M: Monsta X's I.M Unleashes His Inner Jaguar, Talks Cats, Tours, and More! </title>
      <description>In this episode of Ultimate Bias: The K-Popcast, we cozy up with I.M from Monsta X at a charming cat café in Korea.
I.M opens up about his love for cats, sharing the story behind why his fans affectionately call him "cat" and how these feline companions inspire him. We dive into his upcoming tour plans, his passion for gaming—especially League of Legends—and get a behind-the-scenes look at his creative process.
I.M candidly answers some fun and unexpected questions from our hosts, Sorn and JRE, revealing his biggest musical influences, the journey from idea to fully produced tracks, and how he overcomes challenges in the creative process.
He also reflects on his most memorable moments as an idol, the balance between group and solo projects, and the impact of connecting with fans from around the world. Plus, he shares his personal and professional goals and gives us the story behind one of his favorite songs.
This episode also features our viral fan of the week, Rosan, aka xceleste on YouTube. She joins us to discuss her K-pop journey and participate in our K-Pop news segment, bringing her unique insights and passion for the genre. Whether you're a Monbebe or a cat lover, we think you'll really enjoy this episode!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:12:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Ultimate Bias: The K-Popcast, we cozy up with I.M from Monsta X at a charming cat café in Korea</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of Ultimate Bias: The K-Popcast, we cozy up with I.M from Monsta X at a charming cat café in Korea.
I.M opens up about his love for cats, sharing the story behind why his fans affectionately call him "cat" and how these feline companions inspire him. We dive into his upcoming tour plans, his passion for gaming—especially League of Legends—and get a behind-the-scenes look at his creative process.
I.M candidly answers some fun and unexpected questions from our hosts, Sorn and JRE, revealing his biggest musical influences, the journey from idea to fully produced tracks, and how he overcomes challenges in the creative process.
He also reflects on his most memorable moments as an idol, the balance between group and solo projects, and the impact of connecting with fans from around the world. Plus, he shares his personal and professional goals and gives us the story behind one of his favorite songs.
This episode also features our viral fan of the week, Rosan, aka xceleste on YouTube. She joins us to discuss her K-pop journey and participate in our K-Pop news segment, bringing her unique insights and passion for the genre. Whether you're a Monbebe or a cat lover, we think you'll really enjoy this episode!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ultimate Bias Podcast  - DPR IAN</title>
      <description>In the premiere episode of the Ultimate Bias Podcast, your host JRE, and special guest Kc, @anelderlymeme on Tiktok, sit down with the multi-talented DPR IAN. Get ready to dive deep into Ian's creative world as he shares insights about his journey in the music industry, his artistic inspirations, and his latest projects. From his early days to becoming a pivotal figure in the DPR crew, Ian opens up about the highs and lows of his career and what keeps him motivated.
But that's not all! Our host Sorn, solo artist and former member of K-Pop girl group CLC, JRE, Kc, and our news correspondent Dana, @danadoingherbest on Tiktok, also bring you the hottest news in K-pop. Tune in as they react to the latest comebacks, controversies, and trends taking the K-pop world by storm. Whether it's a surprising collaboration, a jaw-dropping performance, or the latest gossip, we've got it covered.
Don't miss this episode packed with an exclusive interview, lively discussions, and your favorite K-pop moments. Join us on the Ultimate Bias Podcast as we bridge the gap between idols and fans!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 18:55:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Ultimate Bias Podcast - DPR IAN</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:author>Ultimate Bias</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle>In the premiere episode of the Ultimate Bias Podcast, we sit down with the multi-talented DPR IAN! </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In the premiere episode of the Ultimate Bias Podcast, your host JRE, and special guest Kc, @anelderlymeme on Tiktok, sit down with the multi-talented DPR IAN. Get ready to dive deep into Ian's creative world as he shares insights about his journey in the music industry, his artistic inspirations, and his latest projects. From his early days to becoming a pivotal figure in the DPR crew, Ian opens up about the highs and lows of his career and what keeps him motivated.
But that's not all! Our host Sorn, solo artist and former member of K-Pop girl group CLC, JRE, Kc, and our news correspondent Dana, @danadoingherbest on Tiktok, also bring you the hottest news in K-pop. Tune in as they react to the latest comebacks, controversies, and trends taking the K-pop world by storm. Whether it's a surprising collaboration, a jaw-dropping performance, or the latest gossip, we've got it covered.
Don't miss this episode packed with an exclusive interview, lively discussions, and your favorite K-pop moments. Join us on the Ultimate Bias Podcast as we bridge the gap between idols and fans!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In the premiere episode of the <strong>Ultimate Bias Podcast</strong>, your host <strong>JRE</strong>, and special guest <strong>Kc</strong>, <strong>@anelderlymeme </strong>on Tiktok, sit down with the multi-talented <strong>DPR IAN.</strong> Get ready to dive deep into Ian's creative world as he shares insights about his journey in the music industry, his artistic inspirations, and his latest projects. From his early days to becoming a pivotal figure in the DPR crew, Ian opens up about the highs and lows of his career and what keeps him motivated.</p><p>But that's not all! Our host <strong>Sorn</strong>, solo artist and former member of K-Pop girl group CLC, <strong>JRE</strong>, <strong>Kc</strong>, and our news correspondent <strong>Dana</strong>, <strong>@danadoingherbest </strong>on Tiktok, also bring you the hottest news in K-pop. Tune in as they react to the latest comebacks, controversies, and trends taking the K-pop world by storm. Whether it's a surprising collaboration, a jaw-dropping performance, or the latest gossip, we've got it covered.</p><p>Don't miss this episode packed with an exclusive interview, lively discussions, and your favorite K-pop moments. Join us on the <strong>Ultimate Bias Podcast</strong> as we bridge the gap between idols and fans!</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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