Not Your Average Netizens

Not Your Average Netizens

The OGs of K-pop and Korean entertainment podcasts since 2014. This is a safe space for open and mature discussions about K-pop stuff we love, hate, or love to hate. No sugar coating here, but we hope you can relate to our views even if you disagree with some of them. Above all, we want to make Kpop fun and have fun while doing it! We are made up of netizens from all over the world and we gather weekly in our spare time. Sometimes we agree, sometimes we don’t, and we hope that you find yourself in each of our voices. read less

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In this overstuffed episode of "Not Your Average Netizens," join us as we delve into the latest headlines shaking up the K-pop world. We discuss the shocking saga of Shinhwa fans unleashing terror on Andy's wife, raising questions about toxic behavior in fan communities. Then, we explore the bittersweet reality of girl group disbandments, reflecting on the recent departures that left fans heartbroken and speculating about the future of the industry's beloved acts. We also turn our attention to the controversial Coachella performance by LE SSERAFIM, discussing the mixed reactions from fans and critics alike and analyzing the significance of their appearance on the global stage. Shifting gears, we dive into the brewing feud between HYBE and Min Heejin, dissecting the implications of the clash between the entertainment powerhouse and the renowned creative director, and speculating about the potential fallout. Finally, we wrap up the episode with an exploration of the buzz surrounding boy group RIIZE! Timestamps: [00:02:31] What are we listening to?[00:15:35] Poll[00:21:16] Comebacks/Debuts[00:21:18] Zico featuring Jennie - STOP![00:24:47] Kep1er - Straight Line[00:28:07] Yuqi - Freak[00:30:53] Kim Woojin - I Like The Way[00:34:05] Doyoung - Little Light[00:43:16] XG members’ diss tracks[00:43:34] [XG TAPE 4] BIG MAD (HARVEY)[00:45:08] [XG TAPE 4] Still Hot (JURIN) [00:46:31] [XG TAPE 4] Dirt Off Your Shoulder (COCONA)[00:48:09] [XG TAPE 4] Million Cash (MAYA)[00:58:09] Disbandments - Nature[00:59:13] Disbandments - Cherry Bullet[01:00:29] BB Girls leave Warner Music and lose member Yujeong[01:01:12] Singer Park Boram passed away at 30[01:01:43] KBS is unprofessional[01:03:24] APink's Bomi in 8-year relationship[01:04:42] YG petty ass had Baemon perform live[01:10:06] B1A4’s manager should be in jail[01:14:06] Age Is Nothing But A Number[01:17:51] Coachella[01:45:38] HYBE vs Min Hee Jin[02:36:57] Reason why Mark and Haechan hate each other [02:42:17] FEATURED: RIIZE[02:51:30] RIIZE - TalkSaxy MMA2023[02:56:33] RIIZE - Memories + Get A Guitar[03:02:41] RIIZE - Impossible[03:16:08] Shoutouts

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In this overstuffed episode of "Not Your Average Netizens," join us as we delve into the latest headlines shaking up the K-pop world. We discuss the shocking saga of Shinhwa fans unleashing terror on Andy's wife, raising questions about toxic behavior in fan communities. Then, we explore the bittersweet reality of girl group disbandments, reflecting on the recent departures that left fans heartbroken and speculating about the future of the industry's beloved acts. We also turn our attention to the controversial Coachella performance by LE SSERAFIM, discussing the mixed reactions from fans and critics alike and analyzing the significance of their appearance on the global stage. Shifting gears, we dive into the brewing feud between HYBE and Min Heejin, dissecting the implications of the clash between the entertainment powerhouse and the renowned creative director, and speculating about the potential fallout. Finally, we wrap up the episode with an exploration of the buzz surrounding boy group RIIZE! Timestamps: [00:02:31] What are we listening to?[00:15:35] Poll[00:21:16] Comebacks/Debuts[00:21:18] Zico featuring Jennie - STOP![00:24:47] Kep1er - Straight Line[00:28:07] Yuqi - Freak[00:30:53] Kim Woojin - I Like The Way[00:34:05] Doyoung - Little Light[00:43:16] XG members’ diss tracks[00:43:34] [XG TAPE 4] BIG MAD (HARVEY)[00:45:08] [XG TAPE 4] Still Hot (JURIN) [00:46:31] [XG TAPE 4] Dirt Off Your Shoulder (COCONA)[00:48:09] [XG TAPE 4] Million Cash (MAYA)[00:58:09] Disbandments - Nature[00:59:13] Disbandments - Cherry Bullet[01:00:29] BB Girls leave Warner Music and lose member Yujeong[01:01:12] Singer Park Boram passed away at 30[01:01:43] KBS is unprofessional[01:03:24] APink's Bomi in 8-year relationship[01:04:42] YG petty ass had Baemon perform live[01:10:06] B1A4’s manager should be in jail[01:14:06] Age Is Nothing But A Number[01:17:51] Coachella[01:45:38] HYBE vs Min Hee Jin[02:36:57] Reason why Mark and Haechan hate each other [02:42:17] FEATURED: RIIZE[02:51:30] RIIZE - TalkSaxy MMA2023[02:56:33] RIIZE - Memories + Get A Guitar[03:02:41] RIIZE - Impossible[03:16:08] Shoutouts

Tune in to the latest episode of Not Your Average Netizens for a whirlwind of K-pop updates! From our reactions to Cowboy Carter to the fascinating realm of K-pop relationships, we've got it all covered. Join us as we delve into discussions on new charting guidelines shaking up the industry and explore the perspectives of older idols on the challenges of dance culture. Plus, don't miss our special feature shining a spotlight on Young Posse, who make us all uneasy with their "MACARONI CHEESE." Get ready for insights, analysis, and plenty of K-pop! Timestamps: [00:00:49] The Cowboy Carter Minute+ [00:12:30] What are we listening to? [00:22:17] Comebacks [00:24:15] Military: iKon's Chanwoo and Bobby, VIXX's Hyuk and NCT Taeyong [00:31:26] K-pop Dating Corner [00:52:57] Taemin signs with BPM/Onew signs with Griffin Entertainment [01:13:37] HIGHLIGHT reach agreement with CUBE ENT for use of Beast name [01:15:00] BTOB Member’s Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Hyunsik, And Peniel Establish New Label BTOB COMPANY [01:16:55] OMEGAX have won their contract termination lawsuit [01:18:22] Super Junior D&E withdraw from music shows following controversy with title of comeback [01:23:32] How much do idols really make? [01:30:39] PLAVE's Yejun To Temporarily Minimize Activities Due To Health [01:33:25] Kingdom changes group name to The KingDom [01:35:02] Get ready or beware for a Jennie and Zico collabo [01:35:33] NCT’s Renjun stands up to sasaeng [01:40:52] New charting guidelines? [01:45:05] Older idols complain about dance challenge culture [01:56:54] Why Bobby really beefed with Rap Monster [02:01:26] FEATURED: Young Posse [02:27:05] Shoutouts

In this episode of Not Your Average Netizens, we dive into the shocking revelation of an idol admitting to being married with a son, sparking conversations about the industry's strict dating policies. We also discuss aespa's Karina's apology to fans for dating, exploring the complexities of idol-fan relationships. But that's not all—will the recent controversies with TikTok impact the K-pop world? Finally, we ponder the future: could PLAVE (Potentially Lethal Artificial Vocal Entity) become our AI K-pop overlords? Tune in for a lively discussion on these hot topics in the K-pop universe! Timestamps: [00:01:08] What are we listening to? [00:06:03] Poll: What’s the most important skill for an idol to have? [00:20:15] Comebacks/Debuts [00:22:23] Idol abusing his gf [00:24:08] 4 staff injured in THE BLACK LABEL photoshoot after falling 20 feet in abandoned building [00:28:58] PLAVE become the first-ever virtual group to notch music show win with “WAY 4 LUV” on ‘Show Champion’ [00:30:42] FT Island former member and actor Song Seung Hyun has announced his retirement from the entertainment industry [00:33:06] Hwang Minhyun Announces Military Enlistment Date [00:33:45] VIXX’s Ken And Leo Leave Jellyfish Entertainment [00:35:53] VAV Parts Ways With Agency After Nearly 9 Years [00:36:32] UNIQ’s Sungjoo admits to being married with a son following accidental voicemail exposure [00:41:34] Chuu’s contract nullification victory against Blockberry confirmed by High Court after appeal [00:42:36] PLEDIS Confirms SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups Has Been Exempted From Military Service + Responds To April Comeback Rumors [00:51:37] aespa’s Karina apologizes to fans for … uh, dating + fandom protest trucks and merch ditching [01:10:18] Nugu snitch says a popular idol has a gf [01:14:10] Is Bang Chan too parasocial? [01:26:05] ENHYPEN’s Japanese member Ni-ki apologizes after saying he was jealous of fan getting March 1st Movement Day off [01:35:21] Will the situation with Kpop affect Tik Tok [01:55:14] FEATURED: PLAVE [02:20:10] Shoutouts

Awards Show Emergency

Awards Show Emergency

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the mysterious persona of Cha Eun-woo, discuss a recent award show mishap involving an unfortunate "mishap," and examine the resurgence of J-pop and its potential impact on the K-pop scene, exploring the cultural and musical exchange between the two genres. Finally, we settle the age-old debate of ramyeon vs. ramen, discussing the nuances of these popular Korean and Japanese noodle dishes and how they reflect broader cultural trends. Join us as we unpack these fascinating topics and more in this episode of the K-pop podcast! Timestamps: [00:01:22] What have we been listening to? [00:17:15] Poll (10min): Should we cancel music award shows? [00:30:08] Comebacks/Debuts [00:35:55] Le Sserafim - Easy [00:38:54] Le Sserafim - Smart [00:42:08] Enhypen (cover) - I Need U [00:45:30] IU - Holssi [00:49:06] Ten - Nightwalker [00:52:43] Babymonster - Stuck In The Middle [00:57:04] Twice - I Got You [01:00:21] Vanner - Jackpot [01:03:56] X:IN - My Idol [01:07:00] Cha Eun-woo - Where Am I [01:11:07] Cha Eun-woo - Stay [01:14:52] (g) Idle - Revenge [01:15:02] Ikon DK - Groovin’ [01:18:52] The Wind - H! TEEN [01:23:07] Rain wants to produce another boy group [01:24:30] P1Harmony get first music show win! [01:25:17] Rookie boy groups make music that casual listeners actually like [01:29:54] Blackpink’s Lisa makes acting debut in The White Lotus [01:32:21] FNC to debut new rock group in 10 years [01:32:49] MonstaX’s Shownu had his tiddies out at NYFW [01:34:23] ZB1’s Jiwoong gets into cursing controversy [01:38:15] Hyolyn uses n-word during Black History Month [01:50:54] This is weird; fansite takes pic of UNIS member at elementary school graduation [01:55:23] Korea to hold Kpop events in key areas of Korea to attract tourists [02:16:37] TEENTOP’s Niel claims to not have gotten any hoes any in any area code [02:22:09] Le Sserafim face plagiarism controversy [02:24:57] Poop at an award show [02:29:45] What does JPOP revival mean for Kpop [02:41:20] Ramyeon vs Ramen [02:48:20] Shout outs

Dive into the latest episode of Not Your Average Netizens K-pop Podcast as we welcome a special guest to discuss the latest trends and happenings in the world of K-pop! Join us as we shine a spotlight on some nugu groups to look out for, uncovering hidden gems and rising stars in the industry. Plus, tune in to find out who the Meg and Nicki of K-pop are! And if that's not enough, get ready for some serious NCT love as Jemin spills the tea on her obsession with NCT Wish. Don't miss out on all the K-pop goodness, only on Not Your Average Netizens! Timestamps: [00:01:26] Poll (10min): Best NCT Unit? [00:10:54] Comebacks/Debuts [00:15:17] Sistar19 - No More (Ma Boy)[00:18:17] IVE feat. Saweetie - All Night [00:24:22] IU - Love Wins All [00:29:46] Seola - Without U [00:32:54] AB6IX - Grab Me [00:36:06] VCHA - Girls of the Year [00:39:50] CIX - Lovers or Enemies [00:42:44] TWS - Plot Twist [00:46:23] Evnne - Ugly [00:49:36] Hui - Hmmm Bop [01:01:03] The Nicki and Meg of kpop [01:16:10] MNET putting together a vocal bg [01:21:04] Nana and Jisoo (plus men) read through for Omniscient Reader [01:24:48] YGE brings back Ahyeon to Baby Monster and then straight up lies [01:35:30] AYO?! The VCHA slander is crazy [01:53:22] Eunwoo [01:59:58] Groups to look out for [02:19:13] FEATURED: Congrats we’re in the 5th gen: NCT Wish [02:47:23] Shoutouts

Take You To The Candy Shop

Take You To The Candy Shop

In this episode, we delve into the topic of which past-generation K-pop groups would still be hitting the charts today. Get ready for a trip down memory lane as we reminisce about the golden age of K-pop and discuss the enduring legacy of certain groups. Plus: is Korean fried chicken really the best K-food? Timestamps: [00:01:04] What have we been listening to?[00:10:54] Poll (10min): Who is the 3rd gen it boy?[00:24:01] Comebacks/Debuts[00:28:05] Yena - Good Morning[00:32:40] NMIXX - Dash[00:37:21] Minho - Stay For The Night[00:40:42] Itzy - Untouchable[00:45:17] OnlyOneOf - dOpamine[00:48:27] B1A4 - Rewind[00:51:34] SF9 - Bibora[01:03:10] Choi Jong-hoon is (unfortunately) back[01:09:43] Chen and Xiumin sign with Baekhyun’s company, INB100[01:15:32] Brave Entertainment announces new group named: Candy Shop[01:22:44] NCT’s Haechan caught smoking indoors[01:27:41] Woman gets 6 months for stalking Rain and Kim-Tae-hee[01:30:56] Are there disbanded groups who if they debuted today, would be super famous[01:57:15] Fried Chicken voted most popular Korean food - Debate[02:18:20] Shoutouts

The 2023 NYAN Awards

The 2023 NYAN Awards

It's never too late to discuss the best of the previous year! Well, maybe if we released this in like, February. Join us as we cover our best and worst in K-pop for 2023. Expect some surprises, as well as the reemergence of old podcast grudges! Timestamps: [03:27] Best Choreography, [09:29] Worst Choreography, [15:02] Best Music Video, [20:02] Worst Music Video, [23:30] Best Soloist, [26:22] Worst Soloist, [28:58] Best Male Group, [34:41] Worst Male Group, [38:00] Best Female Group, [41:55] Worst Female Group, [48:37] Best Song, [50:20] Worst Song, [56:16] Best Album, [58:15] Best Artist, [58:38] Worst Artist, [01:07:00] Best English Release, [01:07:46] Worst English Release, [01:11:07] Songs we chose last year that fell off or should have been mentioned or awarded last year, [01:13:22] What was the best episode we did this year?, [01:17:44] Theme of 2023, [01:33:18] "Scandal" of the Year, [01:50:53] The Most Positive Thing to Come Out of K-pop in 2023, [01:58:08] Adding Our Own NYAN Awards Topic/Category Suggestions

Taking the K Out of K-pop

Taking the K Out of K-pop

In this overstuffed episode of Not Your Average Netizens K-pop podcast, shippers equal toxicity, HYBE, and Bang PD want to do the impossible, and 2nd gen is back, baby!

F is for Robert

F is for Robert

As the leaves change and the air grows chilly, fall into a new K-pop podcast with Not Your Average Netizens. In this episode, we discuss Spotify streams, colorist comments, and Enhyphen fans crossing the line. Plus: MAMA nominations! We’re here for the mess.

One Flew Over the K-POP Nest

One Flew Over the K-POP Nest

Hey hey hey! It's another episode of Not Your Average Netizens, in which we discuss: K-pop stans not understanding personal space, Hwasa loves her body a little too much, and are foreigners really satisfied living in Korea? Plus: comebacks!

Don’t Call It A Comeback

Don’t Call It A Comeback

Now that we've had our very own Hot NYAN Summer, we're back with a special episode full of all the comebacks we missed while away. Also: a concert stabbing, VMAs predictions, and K-pop Fyre Fest! Join us, why don't you?

What's up, listeners? In this episode of NYAN, we talk about our sworn enemy Stray Kids, HYBE's trolling habits, and we have a special featured artist straight from TikTok! Timestamps are in the podcast player.

K-pop Growing Pains

K-pop Growing Pains

In the post-Memorial Day doldrums? Need a lengthy podcast for your daily commute? Or while you’re doing your chores? Well, does NYAN have something for you! Try the premiere K-pop podcast with all the commentary you’ll ever need about the latest news and music. It’s an extra-large episode with a couple of surprises, so check it out! Timestamps: In the podcast player.

Barely A Scandal In Da Club

Barely A Scandal In Da Club

Sometimes you just need a break from the daily grind. Let NYAN be your breather as we discuss all the notable K-pop news of the past week: Pinkchella, Ravi's apology, TxT’s Taehyun looks lost in the club and more. It's lighthearted, it's fun, it's like discussing K-pop with three of your closest friends. So check it out! (FYI, timestamps are now part of the podcast player).

The SM School of Debt and Regret

The SM School of Debt and Regret

Got no plans for Easter? Why don't you curl up with our latest episode in which Ashe, Nat, and Jemin cover many topics, from Kpop's (eventual?) demise to Taemin's return. We also discuss the confusing Kwangya rollout, SME's new academy, and...pitchiness. Won't you join us?

”T T” Shirt Drama

”T T” Shirt Drama

Aren't we all tired? We discuss TxT and New Jeans going to Lolla, more SM/HYBE shenanigans, aging out of K-pop, and — all right — Chaeyoung and the t-shirts. Plus, boy group TAN! Timestamps: Poll 4:30 Comebacks 27:30 Nine Muses COMEBACK. 40:50 TxT is headlining Lollapalooza; newjeans will also be there 42:37 Twice’s Chaeyoung in hot water 1:07:48 DKZ’s Kyoungyoon admits that family is apart of JMS cult 1:29:37 HYBE never wanted SME anyways 1:59:02 FEATURED: TAN 2:01:55 Shoutouts 2:25:03

The Fridge Is Out

The Fridge Is Out

We here at Not Your Average Netizens K-pop podcast fully support letting the fridge out. Whenever he wants. Preferably where everyone can see. If you know you know #THEFRIDGEISLOOSE2023 Timestamps: Culture Poll 1:52 Comebacks/Debuts 3:24 Happy Black History Month to Han Hyun Min 7:53 LOONA update 12:16 Heechul is still shit 15:27 Seungri is out UNFORTUNATELY and other Burning Sun updates 29:39 Kpop concerts could become more expensive 39:31 AESPA v. NCT 51:42 Taecyeon as a fridge 1:16:22 HYBE has bought SME 1:33:12 FEAUTURED: XG 1:45:00 Shout Outs 2:12:04

Annyoung y'all! We closed out January with an episode featuring one of NYAN's favorite games: Renew or Stay! Who will continue under the machinations of a shady company, and who will pull an IKON and get the hell out of dodge? Find out what we think, along with all the K-pop news and analysis fit to shake a stick at! Don't forget to support the podcast and review, like, share, and subscribe! Timestamps: Culture Poll 2:23 Comebacks/Debuts 4:46 Bruh what goes on in Korea 14:39 He’s lovin’ it 21:08 Newjeans Danielle apologizes for calling it Chinese New Years 22:05 Enhypen’s Jay apologizes for calling SK history “a short novel” 25:56 Park Bogum signs with The Black Label 39:56 Scooter Braun is the sole CEO of HYBE America 40:24 Hyuna and Dawn are rumored to be back together 45:34 AI group MAVE on Music Core 46:59 Naevis We Love You 48:29 Twice Paved The Road 50:09 Renew or Stay 52:46 K-Pop Boy on K-Pop Boy Crime 1:08:08 FEATURED: Fifty Fifty 1:21:51 Shout outs 1:34:28

Break Up With Jay Park, I’m Bored

Break Up With Jay Park, I’m Bored

It's our first new episode of 2023, and it's a biggun! But can you blame us? The K-pop industry is starting the year off strong, with a plethora of topics to discuss, but none more important than this: Who is the Korean Drake? Listen to the episode if you wanna find out, and don't forget to check the timestamps! Timestamps: Do You Think…. 3:08 Comebacks 17:32 Get better soon Haechan 31:55 Fans may still be pissed. 43:31 IU & Lee Jong Suk 48:47 confirmed to be dating YGE Exodus 55:35 Loona is done 1:02:24 Mnet Prime Show 1:03:15 SZA X SNL “Big Boy” 1:04:37 and the Shindong discourse Jay Park tired of being a 1:10:54 “sex symbol” SME think planting a single 1:20:27 tree will save the day Thailand legalizes weed 1:33:32 Singapore ends anti-gay law 1:37:28 FEATURED: BLITZERS 1:39:35 Shout outs 2:02:04

The 2022 NYAN K-pop Awards

The 2022 NYAN K-pop Awards

It's the most anticipated event of the year! Well...at least, to us. Join us as we make our picks for the best and the worst of K-pop this year! We've got triumphs, travesties, and controversies to spare. Also, look out for some tidbits about what to expect from us in 2023! Timestamps: Best Choreography 3:05 Worst Choreography 6:47 Best Music Video 10:43 Worst Music Video 15:19 Best Soloist 17:07 Worst Soloist 19:08 Best Male Group 21:48 Worst Male Group 24:46 Best Female Group 27:47 Worst Female Group 30:45 Best Song 46:22 Worst Song 50:45 Best Album 52:09 Best Artist 57:14 Worst Artist 1:01:34 Songs We Chose Last Year That Either Fell Off or that Should Have Been Mentioned/Awarded Last Year. 1:04:38 What was the best episode we did this year? 1:07:27 Theme of 2022 1:09:45 "Scandal" of the Year 1:14:53 Closing 1:37:57 Shout Outs 1:44:45