Why Is K-Pop So Mystical? Meet Korea's Mudang

Ever notice the mystical rituals and spirit symbols in K-pop music videos? There's an ancient reason for that—and it's still alive in Korea today.

In this episode, Eric and Jessica dive deep into Korean shamanism, exploring how mudang (Korean shamans) have shaped everything from traditional rituals to modern K-pop aesthetics. From the ancient kingdom of Gojoseon to shamans promoting their services on Instagram, we're connecting the dots between Korea's spiritual roots and the culture we love today.
You'll discover why Koreans still consult shamans for major life decisions like weddings and business ventures, how shamanistic symbols appear in your favorite K-dramas and K-pop videos, and why many Korean Christians and Buddhists also practice shamanism without seeing any contradiction. Plus, we compare how spirituality shows up differently in Korean vs American life—and why Hollywood often gets it wrong.
🔮 What You'll Learn:

-What mudang do and why they're still relevant in modern Korea
-The shamanistic elements hidden in K-pop imagery and K-drama storylines
-How Koreans blend shamanism with Buddhism and Christianity
-Why American media often romanticizes or fictionalizes spiritual practices

🎧 Hosts: Eric & Jessica
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