Real Korean - For Travel

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Korean Education Language Learning

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Episodes 9

Avg. Duration 6m

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Since Apr 2026

Latest Episode Apr 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule

Hourly

Format

Episodic

Hosting

anchor.fm

About This Podcast

Stop studying the dictionary and start speaking the streets. Planning a trip to Korea but intimidated by the language barrier? Join your host, Lucy, for bite-sized episodes designed to get you travel-ready in under 10 minutes. We skip the academic fluff and dive straight into the real-world Korean you’ll actually hear and use. Each episode focuses on perfecting high-impact phrases with clear pronunciation and cultural context. Perfect for your morning commute or your flight to Incheon, Real Korean gives you the confidence to navigate Korea like a local—one short lesson at a time.

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Recent Episodes

S1E9 #9 : Shopping Spree — Sizes, Styles, and Exchanges

Apr 16, 2026 8m

Rachel has found the perfect boutique in the mall, but will it fit? And does it come in another colour?In our season finale, Lucy joins Rachel as she navigates a trendy Korean clothing store. From…

S1E8 #8 : Hot or Iced , The Cafe Customiser

Apr 16, 2026 8m

Rachel’s reservation was just the beginning. Now she’s face-to-face with a complex menu and a desire to get some work done. Can she get her drink exactly how she likes it?In this…

S1E7 #7 : Taxis and High-Speed Small Talk

Apr 16, 2026 9m

Rachel is in a race against time. Her reservation at a trendy 'Instagrammable' cafe is in 15 minutes, and she’s still in Sinsa. It’s time to hail a taxi!In this episode, Lucy guides Rachel through…

S1E6 #6 : The Bill, Please! — Rachel, James, and the Check

Apr 16, 2026 6m

Dinner is done, the grill is cooling, and now comes the moment of truth: Who pays, and how?In this episode, Lucy watches as Rachel and her new friend James finish their feast. They’ve had a great…

S1E5 #5 : Ordering Food Like a Pro !

Apr 16, 2026 5m

No kiosks, no tablets, and a very busy server. Rachel is at a famous Sinsa-dong BBQ spot, and it’s time to order. Can she navigate the menu without just pointing and nodding?In this…

S1E4 #4 : Bus Stops & BBQ — "Does this bus go to Sinsa?"

Apr 16, 2026 4m

The subway was a success, but now Rachel is standing at a complex bus transfer center with three different buses approaching. Which one leads to the galbi?In this episode, Lucy coaches Rachel through…

S1E3 #3 : Next Station: Confidence. Decoding Subway Announcements

Apr 16, 2026 6m

In this episode, Lucy breaks down the "Subway Code." We follow Rachel as she navigates the rhythmic (and sometimes musical) announcements of the Seoul Metro. Instead of waiting for the English…

S1E2 #2 : "Excuse Me..." — The Art of the Polite Request

Apr 16, 2026 6m

In this episode, our host Lucy follows Rachel as she steps out of her comfort zone and onto the busy streets of Seoul. Rachel needs to find the nearest subway station, but she quickly realizes that…

S1E1 #1 : Convenience Store Survival Guide

Apr 16, 2026 5m

In our series premiere, we are introduced to Rachel—a first-time traveler who just landed in Seoul, SouthKorea. Rachel's first mission? Finding a late-night snack without getting flustered at the…