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The Dramasology Podcast

Emi's low effort reviews of any and all Asian dramas, from Korean dramas to Chinese dramas, Taiwanese dramas, Japanese dramas and much more! 

All reviews contain spoilers, beware. 
New episodes every Wednesday! 

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Episodes

107. When the Phone Rings Ep1-2 First Impressions - There's something about a husband secretly pining for his own wife that's just...

When The Phone Rings is fast becoming my guilty pleasure! Because what do you mean this is an arranged marriage, where the uptight male lead is secretly in love with his own wife and loses all sense of reason when she's in a hint of danger?! Wattpad called and they want one of their novels story back! Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dr...

Nov 27, 202419 minEp. 107

106. My Cherie Amour - The rich outspoken heiress & a straitlaced judge falling in love is a sight to behold

My Cherie Amour has me enamored! The female lead super dynamic, confident and just amazing especially for her time. The male lead also has my heart. He is so lovely and looks absolutely dashing in every outfit! Correction: When I say production companies, I mean the network channel that airs the drama/lakorns. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit...

Nov 20, 202424 minEp. 106

105. Watchlist Digest: Drama's I'm anticipating - The Trunk, When the Phone Rings and Light Shop

The Trunk , When the Phone Rings and Light Shop are three drama's I'm anticipating. Two of three includes a married couple which seems like the vibe going into Christmas lol. The Light Shop is my most anticipated of all three though, and that stems from the fact that it's from the Author and Screenwriter of Moving which remains one of the most original Korean drama's I've ever watched. Honestly, I'm super excited for all the year-end dramas. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasolog...

Nov 13, 202414 minEp. 105

104. Autumn's Concerto - A classic angst drama that I always go back to

Autumn's Concerto is one of the classics. I have rewatched this drama quite a few times. I find the male lead especially well written but the female could've been given better character development in the second half. Every other character was also well developed, and very relatable. Honestly, dramas of this 2000s era were everything. Love this! Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'...

Nov 06, 202423 minEp. 104

103. Love of Nirvana Ep 1-10 First Impressions - The ML is morally questionable and that's what makes the drama worthwhile

Love of Nirvana has me glued to my screen. I think this is one of the few legitimate enemies to lovers drama. Because the ML has tortured the FL so many times that it would be a miracle when they end up together. The ML is also morally ambiguous and will resort to just about anything to achieve his goal, and no FL is gonna get in his way. I love his character and conviction and he is what has sold me on this drama. An added plus is the smarts the FL has. She is very astute and quick on her feet ...

Oct 30, 202421 minEp. 103

102. Watchlist Digest - Judge From Hell, The Rise of Ning and Let Free the Curse of Taekwondo

There are three dramas that currently have my attention. Judge From Hell remains an enjoyable fun time despite the heavy subject matter. The Rise of Ning , on the other hand, is my current obsession. I love when my couple has trust and respect for one another. It makes their bond ironclad and delightful to watch. And that is what the leads in The Rise of Ning are giving. Whereas Lets Free the Curse of Taekwondo has a more mellow, bleak tone to it and yet is able to give you a sweet, lovely feeli...

Oct 22, 202423 minEp. 102

101. The Rise of Ning - Reminds me a lot of Story of Minglan so I'm sat.

The Rise of Ning is my latest Chinese drama obsession. It reminds me of Love like a Galaxy and Story of Minglan, and I'm here for it. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : twitter.com/dramasology TikTok : tiktok.com/@dramasology...

Oct 16, 202416 minEp. 101

100. The Judge from Hell Ep 1-4 First Impressions - It's very camp and so fun! We love an vengeful queen!

The Judge from Hell is Park Shin-Hye's return to the small screen and I'm loving her in this new role. I'll need more dramas like this where the lead is an unremourseful, uncaring, merciless, and down right sociopathic character. Especially when its the female lead! Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dr...

Oct 09, 202411 minEp. 100

99. You Are My Lover Friend Ep 1-14 First Impressions - The leads are literal soulmates, and most believable friends to lovers drama I've ever watched.

You Are My Lover Friend has to be one of the best portrayals of the friends-to-lovers trope. I am really enjoying how much they care for one another and the lengths they will go to for each other. They are so fluffy and make me want to believe in love. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouT...

Oct 02, 202425 minEp. 99

98. 4 Minutes Final Review - This drama shows just how terribly written characters can ruin a good story

Korn and Tonkla were the only impressionable part of this drama. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : twitter.com/dramasology TikTok : tiktok.com/@dramasology...

Sep 25, 202419 minEp. 98

97. The Time of Fever - Help! I don't think I'll ever move on from this one!

The Time of Fever is easily one of the best BLs have watched and the chemistry between the leads just shot this to the top of my Favorites List! Just wow.. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : twitter.com/dramasology TikTok : tiktok.com/@dramasology...

Sep 18, 202425 minEp. 97

96. Queen of Tears Final Review - Men written by women and the perfect character trope

I finally caught up on Queen of Tears and I have just one gripe with the drama.... (Not to be taken seriously). Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : twitter.com/dramasology TikTok : tiktok.com/@dramasology...

Sep 11, 202413 minEp. 96

95. No Gain No Love Ep 1-3 First Impressions - It's unbelievable how hilarious and engaging I'm finding this drama

No Gain No Love might become one of my favourite romcoms of all time, and I'm only 3 episodes in! Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : twitter.com/dramasology TikTok : tiktok.com/@dramasology...

Sep 04, 202418 minEp. 95

94. 4 Minutes Ep 3-5 Review - In defense of Korn

No Korn slander will be allowed in this house. Great on the other hand... Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : twitter.com/dramasology TikTok : tiktok.com/@dramasology...

Aug 28, 202425 minEp. 94

93. Watchlist Digest - Love Next Door & Romance in the House

In the episode of The Dramasology Podcast , I cover Love Next Door , a new drama starring one of my favorite actresses, Jung So-min. I will be honest and say, this drama hasn't caught me because I feel it is very similar to tons of other dramas about the FL going back to her hometown to rediscover herself but I'll keep watching for my girl. I am enjoying Romance in the House a lot more. The idea of a father trying to warm his way back into the lives of his family that loathes him turns out to be...

Aug 21, 202413 minEp. 93

92. Our Dating Sim - A straight 10 out of 10

No one will ever understand my love for Our Dating Sim, the 2023 Korean BL series. This is easily one of my all time favorite dramas because everything was giving. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : twitter.com/dramasology TikTok : tiktok.com/@dra...

Aug 14, 202413 minEp. 92

91. 4 Minutes Ep 1&2 First Impressions - So much mystery and oh so much tension. Love it!

I caught up on the first two episodes of 4 Minutes and I am absolutely blown away by the cinematography and the story. The super sizzling tension between the leads also helps. This drama already has me on edge Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : tw...

Aug 07, 202419 minEp. 91

90. Watchlist Digest - My most anticipated dramas: Queen Woo, Love Next Door, First Frost & Monster Next Door

I'm super excited about Queen Woo because I think Jeon Jong Seo is a fantastic actress and the sleuth of amazing male co-stars definitely helps. Mother’s Friends Son (Love Next Door) also has one of my favorite gals, Jung So-min who can do no wrong in my eyes. I'm highly anticipating First Frost because I am a huge fan of the novel and I want to see the dynamic between Wen Yifan and San Yan play out on the small screen. Monster Next Door seems cute and did you see that kiss in the trailer! Thank...

Jul 31, 202415 minEp. 90

89. Sweet Home S3 - Glad to close this chapter

I checked out Season 3 of Sweet Home despite how much I despised Season 2 (you can check out my rant about that season), and honestly, it wasn't the best but it was at least entertaining. Lee Do Hyun is always pleasant to watch. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@drama...

Jul 24, 202421 minEp. 89

88. My Stand In Final Thoughts - Best of the best!... but just one thing the story could've done better at

My Stand In has finished airing and I am sad to see it go. It was easily one of the most engaging BL's I've ever watched. Full to toxicity (but we love it for that) but also full of heart. I'm gonna miss Joe and Ming so much! Now that the drama is over, there's only one thing they could've done better.... Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/...

Jul 17, 202413 minEp. 88

87. Watchlist Digest - Takara No Vidro (Takara's Treasure), This Love Doesn't Have Long Beans & As Beautiful as You

This episode I explore three dramas: Takara No Vidro (Takara's Treasure) - which I think is super similar to My Beautiful Man in a good way, This Love Doesn't Have Long Beans - funny title but great sizzling chemistry between the leads & As Beautiful as You where for once, the boyfriend (not male lead) of the female lead is a decent person! Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd...

Jul 10, 202413 minEp. 87

86. The Princess Royal Ep 1-11 First Impressions - This couple is an absolute unit and their machinations are so entertaining to watch

I just started watching The Princess Royal and I am absolutely in love with the lead couple. They argue and fight but they also communicate, trust and work so well together. Honestly, dream couple. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : twitter.com/dr...

Jul 03, 202422 minEp. 86

85. My Stand In - A rant in defense of Ming, the new poster boy for the toxic male lead in BL.

My love for My Stand In knows no bounds, and I'm back with another episode to defend the undefendable, toxic gremlin that is Ming! I also examine Joe more deeply and why he has some things to answer for. Ming apologists unite! Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramaso...

Jun 26, 202419 minEp. 85

84. My Stand In Ep 7-8 Review - Ming's obsession & toxicity is just my cup of tea

I continue on my review of My Stand In. Joe, a stunt double for a famous actor Tong, falls in love with Ming, the son of a wealthy family. From finding out he is only a stand in to Ming, to getting into an accident that transmigrates him into the body of another person, Joe continues to deal with attention from Ming, who is now suspicious of this new person. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell...

Jun 19, 202416 minEp. 84

83. The Impossible Heir - Disney+ must be competing with Netflix for who has worst writers

When the illegitimate son of a Korean conglomerate owner partners with his ambitious childhood friend, the duo will stop at nothing to seize their place at the top of the societal food chain. Source: MyDramaList Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Facebook : facebook.com/dramasology YouTube : youtube.com/@dramasology Twitter : ...

Jun 12, 202419 minEp. 83

82. My Stand In Ep 1-6 Review - It's so toxic but I can't stop watching. It's that good!

Joe, a stunt double for a famous actor Tong, falls in love with Ming, the son of a wealthy family. From finding out he is only a stand in to Ming, to getting into an accident that transmigrates him into the body of another person, Joe continues to deal with attention from Ming, who is now suspicious of this new person. Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit...

Jun 05, 202415 minEp. 82

81. My Only 12% - A cute, fluffy BL with excellent writing and great character development

Cake and Seeiw have been friends as far as they can remember. Cake is very outgoing and has a lot of friends while Seeiw is very shy and barely speaks to people he's not used to being around. Despite their different personalities, they are very close. By being next-door neighbors since they were born, they became an essential aspect of each other's lives. However, as they become older, things change and so do the way they see each other. Source: MyDramaList Thanks for listening! Visit my Website...

May 29, 202414 minEp. 81

80. Watchlist Digest - Lovely Runner, Midnight Romance at Hagwon, Boys Be Brave & Joy of Life 2.

In this episode, I share my thoughts on Lovely Runner up to Episode 14 and my issues with the drama, how much angst is probably waiting for us with Midnight Romance at Hagwon , how chaotic cute Boys Be Brave is, and my uncontrollable excitement as I get ready to watch Joy of Life season 2. Join me! Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/drama...

May 22, 202423 minEp. 80

79. TharnType S1&2 - Exploring the character of Type and what makes his character development very compelling

Tharntype is a school romance drama about a homophobic university student named Type who develops a relationship with his openly gay roommate, Tharn. The series follows Type and Tharn as they gradually open up to each other, developing their hate into affection. Source: Google AI Overview Thanks for listening! Visit my Website: www.dramasology.com for all episodes of The Dramasology Podcast. Follow me on social media and tell me what you'd like me to review: Reddit : reddit.com/u/dramasology Fac...

May 15, 202423 minEp. 79

78. Parasyte: The Grey - This has the potential to be a huge well-developed universe

The story depicts parasites that fall from space and begin to kill to gain their own power by controlling the human brain and body by living off human hosts. The story revolves around Jung Soo In, who is infected with a parasite on her hand and starts a strange cohabitation as it fails to steal her brain. Seol Kang Woo chases parasitic water to find his missing sister, and Choi Jun Kyung is the team leader of the parasitic life team ‘The Grey’ and lives only to exterminate the parasitic water af...

May 08, 202416 minEp. 78
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