A collection of original audio and video products made in-house by The Korea Society in 2018. |
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Negotiations, Denuclearization and Inter-Korean Progress |
Thursday, December 20, 2018 | 11:00 AM |
Join us for a discussion on opportunities and next-steps in negotiations on Korea. Eminent thought leaders David Kang and Thomas Hubbard keynote the discussion and appear in conversation with Thomas Byrne. A holiday reception is held after... Read More
Gender Politics of Kpop |
Thursday, December 6, 2018 | 6:30 PM |
Dr. S. Heijin Lee, Assistant Professor at NYU and freelance journalist Lai Frances delve into representations of gender roles in Kpop. They explore the traditional notions of masculinity and femininity reflected in artists’ concepts and LGBTQ+ issues in Kpop... Read More
Looking Back at 2018 |
Thursday, December 6, 2018 | 12:00 PM |
Brookings Institution Senior Fellow and SK-Korea Foundation Chair Jung H. Pak and Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Korea Chair Senior Fellow Sue Mi Terry address the progress and pitfalls in inter-Korean relations, Seoul-Washington ties, and US-DPRK dialogue. Dr. Pak joins us at the Society... Read More
K-pop & Social Media |
Thursday, November 29, 2018 | 6:30 PM |
Social media advances K-pop’s reach around the globe, with YouTube and Twitter buzzing with the latest content from Korean artists. Tumblr Content Insights Associate and K-pop specialist, Beatrice Vantapool, and BuzzFeed’s Sarah Han, explore how technology has connected and created fans worldwide... Read More
Women on Manhwa: The Future of Korean Comics |
Friday, November 16, 2018 | 6:30 PM |
While male-focused narratives have led Western and American comics, manhwa (Korean comics) are leading the charge for women and gaining popularity as a cultural export, reaching fans worldwide via mobile apps... Read More
Aggregation: Artist Talk & Closing Reception |
Thursday, November 15, 2018 | 12 PM |
The Korea Society invites you to the gallery talk and closing reception of the exhibition, Kwang Young Chun: Aggregation. Artist Kwang Young Chun discusses his craft and the techniques used to create his acclaimed artwork... Read More
Capitol Hill and Korea with Mark Manyin and Emma Chanlett-Avery |
Friday, November 9, 2018 | 1 PM |
Congressional Research Service Asia Affairs specialists Mark Manyin and Emma Chanlett-Avery speak about the US Congress and Korea issues. Authors of important CRS reports on US-South Korea relations and negotiating with North Korea, Manyin and Chanlett-Avery appear in conversation with Senior Director Stephen Noerper... Read More
[YPN] Future of Fintech: Technological Advancements and Disruption of Incumbents |
Thursday, October 25, 2018 | 12 PM |
The Korea Society and the Korean Startups & Entrepreneurs Association (KSE) address the topics of fintech, financial services, and technology. Panelists explore how innovative technologies and influential tech entrepreneurs are disrupting and redefining the traditional finance industry... Read More
Korea at a Crossroads: Japan, South Korea, and the United States Nuclear Umbrella, with U.S. Naval War College Professor and Asia-Pacific Studies Group Director Terence Roehrig |
Thursday, October 25, 2018 | 12 PM |
US Naval War College Professor and Asia-Pacific Studies Group Director Terence Roehrig discusses the nuclear umbrella in Northeast Asia in the context of deterrence theory and US strategy. In conversation with the Society’s Stephen Noerper, Roehrig examines the role of the nuclear umbrella in South Korean and Japanese defense planning... Read More
K-beauty with Renée of Gothamista |
Thursday, October 11, 2018 | 6:30 PM |
Delve into K-beauty with Renee, known online as Gothamista, a prominent beauty guru on YouTube! Having a keen interest in core ingredients used in K-beauty products, she shares the latest K-beauty skin care tips and her favorite skincare regime for the fall... Read More
Remembering the 1988 Seoul Summer Games |
Tuesday, October 2, 2018 | 12:30 PM |
The 1988 Seoul Olympics represents South Korea’s first foray as international host and hub. Senior Director and Columbia Adjunct Professor Stephen Noerper leads a special lunchtime discussion marking the thirtieth anniversary of the closing ceremony of the ‘88 Summer Games, which proved vital for Korea’s global “coming out,” Seoul’s development, and democracy’s hold. This program features a special call in from Georgetown University Professor, and fellow sports diplomacy enthusiast, Victor&... Read More
Kpop & Beauty |
Thursday, September 27, 2018 | 6:30 PM |
Styling and beauty are quintessential elements of the Kpop lifestyle. Devon Abelman, Digital Beauty Reporter at Allure Magazine, uncovers Kpop hair, skincare, and beauty trends... Read More
Korea at a Crossroads: Inter-Korean Relations and Next Steps in US-DPRK Dialogue |
Thursday, September 27, 2018 | 12:00 PM |
Asia business and policy veterans Philip Sherman and David Anderson convene an Old Asia Hands luncheon to discuss negotiations around the Korean Peninsula. This group of seasoned professionals weighs the prospects for success in current ROK-DPRK and US-DPRK negotiations, with remarks by Senior Director Stephen Noerper... Read More
Our Greater Alliance, Making Peace: A Conversation with President Moon Jae-in |
Monday, September 25, 2018 |
Moon Jae-in, President of Republic of Korea, addresses the current situation on the Korean Peninsula, South Korea’s alliance with the United States and efforts to denuclearize North Korea. This event was produced in collaboration with Council on Foreign Relations and Asia Society.&... Read More
2018 Annual Dinner |
Friday, September 21, 2018 |
Keynote Speaker H.E. Harry Harris U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Van Fleet Award Honoree Sohn Kyung-Shik ChairmanCJ Group Master of Ceremonies Juju Chang Co-AnchorABC Nightline The Plaza Fifth Avenue at Central Park South, New York CityReception 6:00 PM | Dinner 7:00 PM Black Tie, Traditional Attire Contact Angela I. Rhyee for any inquiries. KEYNOTE SPEAKER Keynote SpeakerH.E. Harry HarrisU.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Ambassador Harry Harris &... Read More
Development of Kimchi in Modern Days |
Thursday, September 13, 2018 | 6:30 PM |
Kimchi is a staple side dish, known as banchan, in Korean cuisine. Made from salted and fermented vegetables, there are various types of kimchi, unique from region to region, depending on ingredients and weather conditions. Through its fermentation process, kimchi becomes a superfood containing vitamins A and B and minerals such as calcium and iron. Susan Durso, Founder of Anomaly Season, discusses her contemporary take on traditional kimchi with&... Read More
Korea at a Crossroads: North Korean Military Proliferation in the Middle East and Africa |
Thursday, September 13, 2018 | 12:00 PM |
Professor and author Bruce E. Bechtol, Jr. discusses his new release, North Korean Military Proliferation in the Middle East and Africa: Enabling Violence and Instability. In dialogue with Senior Director Stephen Noerper, Bechtol speaks to the DPRK’s ongoing sales of conventional weapons, ballistic missile and WMD systems and technology, as well as collaboration, in the world’s more volatile regions. Korea at a Crossroads: North Korean Military Proliferation in the Middle &... Read More
The Case for Diplomacy: A Closer Look at Denuclearization Talks
As discussions to denuclearize North Korea develop, a number of vexing problems, seen in previous negotiations, have resurfaced. How can the United States and South Korea avoid the trappings while still benefiting from the successful elements of the past? To find out, The Korea Society's associate director for policy Jonathan Corrado sat down with two experts from Ploughshares Fund, Director of Policy Tom Z. Collina and Roger L. Hale Fellow Catherine Killough. They shared insights to challenge the conventional wisdom and inject some fresh air into the conversation... Read More
Kpop 101 Series: The Economy of Kpop |
Thursday, August 23, 2018 | 6:30 PM |
Communications Director of the Korea Economic Institute of America in Washington DC, Jenna Gibson, presents on the commodification of K-culture on a global scale. Ms. Gibson reflects on regional marketing strategies and the economic impact of Korea’s exportation of Kpop. Followed by Q&A and reception with Korean food and drinks. + - Admission Click to collapse The Korea Society Fellow, Patron and Corporate members: FREE with registration Tickets Members &... Read More
The History of Kpop |
Thursday, August 2, 2018 | 6:30 PM |
Billboard columnist and Forbes contributor, Tamar Herman, explores the origins of the hallyu wave. From Seo Taiji & Boys in the 1990s to international sensation BTS, how has Kpop evolved? Ms. Herman outlines the elements which distinguish Kpop, notes milestones, and discusses the potential of the global music phenomenon. Followed by Q&A and reception with Korean food and drinks. + - Admission Click to collapse The Korea Society Fellow, Patron... Read More
Taste of Korean Temple Food with Wookwan |
Thursday, July 19, 2018 | 6:30 PM
The Korea Society welcomes Wookwan, cookbook author of “Wookwan’s Korean Temple Food: The Road to the Taste of Enlightenment,” to introduce Korean temple food built on the philosophy of Buddhism along with the long tradition of Korean cuisine. Korean temple food “does not only provide nutrition for a healthy body, but preparing the food is a practice of mediation as well.” Wookwan, a respected monk and temple-food expert, will demonstrate…... Read More
Gallery Talk: Ungno Lee's Art World |
Thursday, July 19, 2018 | 6:30 PM
In celebration of the 60th anniversary of artist Lee Ungno's arrival in Paris, the Korea Society welcomes you to enjoy the art exhibition of the Korean-born French artist who combined the abstract tendencies of the Art Informel movement with traditional forms of Korean art. Artist and scholar Robert C. Morgan and former student of Lee Ungno, sculptor Alain Kirili, discuss Lee's work... Read More
After Talks, What Next with North Korea?
Thursday, June 14, 2018 | 6:00 PM
How do we frame the Trump-Kim summit? What are critical next-steps? Get a Washington insider perspective with Mansfield Foundation President and CEO Frank Jannuzi and National Committee on North Korea Executive Director Keith Luse. Frank and Keith served as senior advisors to US Senate Relations Committee Chairs, and both bring unique contacts and sensibilities to this discussion on dialogue with North Korea and efforts to prevent conflict. Jannuzi and Lu... Read More
[YPN] Blockchain: The Revolution in Decentralization
Thursday, May 17, 2018 | 6:30 PM
The Korea Society and the Korean Startups & Entrepreneurs association (KSE) address blockchain as a transformational technology and developments in blockchain and crypto markets affecting the South Korean economy. Followed by a networking reception with drinks on the 25th terrace... Read More
Evolution of North Korea’s Cyberthreat
Thursday, May 10, 2018 | 6:00 PM
Priscilla Moriuchi, Recorded Future’s Director for Strategic Threat Development, discusses the evolution of North Korea’s cyber strategy, including cryptocurrency theft, sabotage, espionage, and everyday internet usage by Pyongyang’s elites. Priscilla is the former head of the National Security Agency's East Asia and Pacific cyberthreats office... Read More
The Summits - A Diplomacy Discussion with Young Policy Professionals
Wednesday, May 9, 2018 | 12:00 PM
In this roundtable podcast recording, young professionals in Asia policy explore the implications and consequences of the Moon-Kim and Trump-Kim meetings. The discussion revolves around alliance relations, regional dimensions, precedents, new opportunities, and cautionary elements. Featuring: the Asia Society's Isaac Stone Fish, the National Committee on American Foreign Policy's Rorry Daniels, the Diplomat's Ankit Panda, and Columbia University's Henri Feron. Audio
North Korea and Humanitarian Assistance
Wednesday, April 25, 2018 | 12:00 PM
Stanford University Center for International and Security Cooperation visiting scholar Katharina Zellweger addresses the current state of humanitarian efforts in North Korea. Having visited North Korea more than seventy times, Ms. Zellweger describes current challenges, transparency and government relations, and the impact of sanctions on humanitarian assistance to North Korea... Read More
Finding Comfort in Asian Cuisine with Jeju Noodle Bar & Mr. Bing
Thursday, April 19, 2018 | 6:30 PM
Chef Douglas Kim, owner of Jeju Noodle Bar in the West Village, presents ramyun, the Korean equivalent of Japanese ramen, demonstrating distinct Korean flavors and ingredients. Brian Goldberg, the owner of Mr. Bing, with locations in the East Village, Urbanspace, and Madison Square Park, serves Beijing-style jianbing, one of the most popular Chinese street foods... Read More
Director’s Talk with Jang Jin
Friday, April 13, 2018 | 6:30 PM
Accomplished film, television, and theater director Jang Jin speaks at The Korea Society. The creative talent behind films such as Good Morning President and Welcome to Dongmakgol, Director Jang shares his experience working in various sectors of the Korean entertainment industry… Read More
Russia, Korea and Prospects for Multilateral Dialogue
Wednesday, April 11, 2018 | 12 PM
Russian scholar Anna Kireeva returns to the Korea Society for a discussion on Russia’s position toward the Korean Peninsula and support for multilateral dialogue aimed at denuclearization. Moscow State University of International Relations Associate Professor Kireeva speaks to President Putin’s re-election and enhanced push in Asia, accusations of Russia’s role as a spoiler on the UN Security Council given differences with the US and others, and its potential contribution to… Read More
The Marshall Plan in Retrospect: Implications for the Modern World
Thursday, April 5, 2018 | 6:00 PM
Dr. Benn Steil, Senior Fellow and Director of International Economics at the Council on Foreign Relations, discusses his new book, The Marshall Plan: Dawn of the Cold War. Dr. Steil uses archival documents to portray how the initiative’s champions in the State Department were able to realize this grand plan despite immense complexity, uncertainty, and pushback at home and abroad… Read More
US-DPRK Summit: Too Big to Fail and Multiple Dimensions of Risk
Thursday, April 5, 2018 | 6:00 PM
Dr. Jung H. Pak, SK-Korea Foundation Chair in Korean Studies and Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, addresses the lead-up to the potential summit between President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Dr. Pak speaks to areas of potential progress.… Read More
Ham Sup: Paper Dreams
Thursday, March 15, 2018 | 6:00 PM
Ham Sup (b. 1942) has worked with hanji, traditional Korean paper made from the bark of mulberry trees, as his primary medium for over 30 years. Hanji is well known in Korea as a prized material for cultural and religious purposes, and has been an integral part of Korean daily life for centuries… Read More
Last Ship in the Harbor
With the enemy hot on his heels, Admiral J. Robert Lunney helped board 14,000 North Korean refugees onto the SS Meredith Victory as part of one of the most audacious humanitarian evacuations in history. Ultimately, 98,100 civilians were saved. There are over one million descendants of the Heungnam evacuees living in South Korea today. Among them, South Korean President Moon Jae-in… Read More
Innovate and Attack: North Korea Doubles Down on Cyber
Friday, March 9, 2018 | 12:00 PM
North Korean cyber attacks are hitting the headlines on nearly a daily basis as the regime demonstrates an increased ability to innovate and expand the scope of cyber operations. Korea Society talks to AlienVault threat analyst Chris Doman, who teaches us about the North's largest hacking group and Pyongyang's latest foray - hacking cryptocurrency systems. Music courtesy of Elias Schutzman and Adam Bufano. Innovate and Attack: North Korea Doubles Down… Read More
Negotiating with North Korea, Inc.: A Breakthrough?
Wednesday, March 7, 2018 | 12:00 PM
Does the announcement of North Korea's willingness to negotiate with the US represent a breakthrough? Did the maximum pressure campaign of sanctions and deterrence move Pyongyang to the announced inter-Korean summit and possibly the negotiation table with the Americans? Is there more at play or is this part of the strategy of North Korea Inc.? Are Seoul and Washington in alignment in dealing with North Korea Inc.? Harvard University Kennedy… Read More
Dialogue with a North Korean Defector
Thursday, February 22, 2018 | 6:00 PM
Conversation with defector Seongmin Lee, who escaped North Korea in 2009. Hailing from the border town of Hyesan, Lee witnessed the tumultuous social and economic change in the wake of the 1990s famine. Lee converses with associate policy director Jonathan Corrado in this event marking the fourth anniversary of the release of the UN Commission of Inquiry Report on North Korea human rights. Dialogue with a North… Read More
Korea's Transition to Democracy: Thirty Years On
Thursday-Friday, February 15-16, 2018
Marking thirty years since the shift from authoritarianism to democracy in South Korea, the Korea Society hosts analysts and experts for an intimate discussion of the transition then, the flowering of democracy since, to include the Candlelight Movement, and the state of Korea’s democracy today. This is a small-group, special recording session… Read More
The Rise of K-fashion, LIE
Monday, February 12, 2018 | 12:00 PM
Step into the global phenomenon known as Hallyu, or the Korean wave, with Chung Chung Lee, creator behind the fashion label LIE and son of legendary designer, LIE SANG BONG. Chung Chung is a pioneer in expanding awareness of Korean fashion at 2018 New York Fashion Week through “Concept Korea,” a biannual fashion show supported by South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. At the Korea Society's event, Chung… Read More
Politics, Policy, and PyeongChang 2018
Wednesday, February 7, 2018 | 9:00 AM
These first-Wednesday monthly roundtables draw members and supporters from policy, corporate, media, academe, and the United Nations to discuss and debate Korea’s leadership, regional relations or the North Korea challenge. The 2018 kickoff addresses issues of politics and policy in the lead-up to the Winter Games and takes place two days prior to the Opening Ceremonies. Korea Society senior director and Columbia adjunct professor Stephen Noerper addresses the lead-up to… Read More
South Korea at the Crossroads
Thursday, February 1, 2018 | 6:00 PM
Against the backdrop of China’s mounting influence and North Korea’s growing nuclear capability and expanding missile arsenal, South Korea faces a set of strategic choices that will shape its economic prospects and national security. In South Korea at the Crossroads, Scott A. Snyder examines the trajectory of fifty years of South Korean foreign policy and offers predictions—and a prescription—for the future. Pairing a historical perspective with a shrewd understanding of… Read More
Forecasting Korean Politics and Security
Friday, January 26, 2018 | 12:00 PM
This noon session serving policy and corporate leaders examines politics, stability and security on and around the Korean Peninsula. This session features Dr. Sue Mi Terry, who has assumed leadership of Korea programs at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Dr. Terry, who appears widely in media and was featured at a recent New Yorker event, speaks with Dr. Stephen Noerper, Korea Society senior director, and lends thoughts to… Read More
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