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Fanfic Isn’t the Problem. Forgetting It’s Fiction Is.
Exploring the separation between fantasy and reality in fanfiction
7 days ago2 min read


A Guide to I-dle: Cube's Financial Reliance
How Cube's growing financial dependency on I-dle's success influenced their decision to stay at Cube, and influenced their re brand during their "We Are" comeback.
Dec 24, 20252 min read


Blending In vs. Standing Out: Soloists and Group Idols
Everything from how groups vs soloists are chosen, to how idols go from being in a group, to going solo later in their career.
Dec 14, 20254 min read


Stop Babying Idols: Let Them Be Adults
Why the infantilization of idols is weird, why it is perpetuated, and why it needs to be stopped.
Nov 29, 20252 min read


When Kpop Steals Childhoods
Everything wrong with having kids involved in the Kpop industry. Starting with their trainee period, to debut.
Nov 11, 20253 min read


W Korea Breast Cancer Charity - What Happened?
Summarizing the disappointment fans had with the W Korea breast cancer charity event, and the behavior of celebrities attending.
Oct 26, 20252 min read


A Guide to Mamamoo Part 3: Where Are We Now
Why did Mamamoo disappear, and what can we expect in the future from them as a group?
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Dreamcatcher Guide Part 2: The Members
A very brief introduction to the members, with some key facts about each.
Oct 11, 20252 min read


Kpop’s 7 Year Curse Explained
If you’re new to kpop, you might have come across the term “7 year curse”, but what does it really mean, and what does it entail?
Sep 23, 20252 min read


Parasocial but Relatable: The Future of Kpop
Read about how Katseye's success could have major implications for the changing of how fans and companies treat kpop idols.
Sep 18, 20253 min read


GAP The Series: Thoughts, Takes, and Tangents
Many random thoughts that I have about the series.
Sep 1, 20259 min read


Group Chemistry Matters in Kpop - Here's Why
The importance of group chemistry to the success of a kpop group. From their personalities, to vocals, to dance.
Aug 22, 20253 min read
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