Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time
Dr. Jiwon YoonA closer look at Korea’s current events, culture, history, and social issues—how they shape the Korea of today and tomorrow. For those seeking to understand the stories and moments that brought Korea to where it is now.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 135 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | 4 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
yoonjiwon.substack.comLatest Issues
65. I Said I Was Taking a Break. Here’s the Whole Story.
A small note before you start: this week, the newsletter and the podcast say pretty much the same thing, just in different voices. So however you'd rather take this in today — with your eyes or with your ears — that's the right way. [🎧 Lis...
🎧65. I Said I Was Taking a Break. Here’s the Whole Story.
Yes, I did say I was taking a break last week. And yet, here I am in your feed again. (Life comes at you fast, especially during the summer.)
In this special, highly personal episode of Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time, I am sittin...
18(8). Turning Pain into Power 2: K-Storytelling Under Japanese Colonial Rule
Archive note: This essay was originally published on July 17, 2025, as part of an early podcast-format post. As I reorganize the archive, I am removing those early AI-generated podcast episodes from the public podcast feed while preserving...
17(7).Turning Pain into Power 1: The Unstoppable Emotional Force of Korean Storytelling
Archive note: This essay was originally published on July 10, 2025, as part of an early podcast-format post with an experimental NotebookLM audio companion. As I reorganize the archive, I am removing those early AI-generated podcast episode...
64. The People Inside Convenience
A small summer note before today’s essay:
This week’s piece was originally planned as a paid essay. I read and took notes from two books while preparing it, and the more I worked on it, the more I felt that this story should be shared...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 78 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Stories from Korea and its diaspora—how kids grow up, cultures collide, and democracy endures. Understanding Korea, one story at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time have?
To see how many people subscribe to Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Understanding Korea, One Story at a Time?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.