In today's episode, I explore the definition of "foreigner," list popular foreign idols in Kpop, and talk about some trainee horror stories.

Articles:

1. https://www.koreaboo.com/lists/16-korean-idols-werent-born-raised-south-korea/
2. https://www.hellokpop.com/featured/foreign-idols-who-have-taken-the-k-pop-industry-by-storm/
3. https://www.bbc.com/news/stories-51476159
4. https://www.koreaboo.com/lists/8-disturbing-stories-trainees-kpops-dark-side/

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