BTS comeback: Iconic K-pop band aims to once again conquer the world

About this episode

The episode discusses BTS's comeback and its impact on culture and the economy.

Fans are rejoicing over the long-awaited return of boy band BTS. But beyond the spectacle, the ultra-famous K-pop group is expected to bring in billions of dollars to South Korea. Genevieve Woo speaks to Lim Yun Suk and Grace Shin about the Bangtan Boys' growing role at the intersection of culture, economics and global influence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Genevieve Woo

Guests: Lim Yun Suk, Grace Shin

Topics covered

• BTS
• K-pop
• global influence
• economics
• culture

Keywords

• BTS
• K-pop
• comeback
• global influence
• economics
• South Korea

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BTS, South Korea

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