South Korean Military Women: How Lee Ye-ram’s Case Sheds Light

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What’s it like to be a woman in the South Korean armed forces? What can we learn from the shocking case of Lee Ye-ram? The tragic death of South Korean Air Force Sergeant Lee Ye-ram has drawn attention to the way South Korean military women are treated. Sergeant Lee’s story exposes severe systemic issues that demand reform to better protect female service members in South Korea’s male-dominated military culture. Read more to learn more about the case, as discussed on an episode of Stephanie Soo’s podcast Rotten Mango.

Military Culture: Lee Ye-ram’s Story Is a Clarion Call for Reform

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What’s it like to navigate the rigid hierarchy of the military? How does military culture resist progress? South Korean Air Force Sergeant Lee Ye-ram’s tragic suicide after a sexual assault ignited public outrage and exposed deep-seated problems in military culture that aren’t unique to South Korea. On an episode of the Rotten Mango podcast, Stephanie Soo discussed the systemic failures highlighted by the case. Continue reading to learn how Sergeant Lee’s story is a clarion call for reform in military culture.

The 2006 Cheongju Curling Iron Case: Explained (Rotten Mango)

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What was Cheongju’s curling iron incident of 2006? What does the crime say about bullying in South Korean schools? Stephanie Soo’s podcast Rotten Mango dives into the troubling instances of school bullying in South Korea. It’s a critical issue exemplified by the 2006 Cheongju curling iron case, which inspired the popular Netflix series The Glory. Continue reading to learn more about the horrific case and its controversial aftermath.

Rotten Mango on the Many Juvenile Justice System Problems

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What are the main issues with the juvenile justice system? Do certain cultural standards in South Korea contribute to bullying in schools? While discussing the 2006 Cheongju curling iron case on the Rotten Mango podcast, Stephanie Soo expresses distaste for the juvenile justice system. She says that much of the public’s negative response to the case was due to the school’s and justice system’s mishandling of the case. Check out the juvenile justice system’s problems with this specific case and others.

Netflix’s The Glory Controversy: Teenage Bullying On-Screen

Netflix’s The Glory Controversy: Teenage Bullying On-Screen

What’s the controversy behind Netflix’s The Glory? How does the media shape the narrative around bullying? Netflix’s original series The Glory is based on the true story of a victim getting revenge on her school bullies. The series brought more attention to the real-life case in 2006, which Stephanie Soo talks about in her podcast Rotten Mango. Let’s dive into The Glory’s controversy for portraying a real-life incident.

The World Economic Forum 2024: Takeaways & Critiques

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What was discussed at the World Economic Forum 2024? What are the biggest critiques around the gathering of elites? In January, global leaders in the public and private sectors converged at the World Economic Forum in Davos Switzerland to talk about issues like the economy, geopolitical conflicts, and the environment. While it’s brought about some meaningful change, its participants are often skittish around sensitive topics. Here’s a background on what Davos is and this year’s key takeaways.

Online Hate Speech: Why We Need Zero-Tolerance Policies

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How bad is online hate speech today? Why do online influencers and podcast hosts employ a “zero-tolerance policy?” Brittany Broski delves into the topic of online hate and bullying in an episode of her podcast The Broski Report. She discusses why a zero-tolerance policy is necessary, and how women interpret aging based on cruel societal demands. Continue reading for Broski’s enlightening stance on inclusion and acceptance.

The Origin of Toxic Masculinity Boils Down to These 3 Things

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What’s the origin of toxic masculinity? Why are so many men so psychologically unhealthy? The origin of toxic masculinity can be traced back to a loss of father figures, a lack of ritual initiation into manhood, and the effects of patriarchy. Patriarchy is harmful to men in that it forces repression of the feminine in that it equates unhealthy ideals with masculinity. Keep reading for more on ideals of masculinity and why men are struggling to find a healthy mindset.

Current Pop Culture Trends Discussed on The Broski Report

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What are Brittany Broski’s favorite pop culture trends? What’s her opinion on using Tinder to find romantic partners? On The Broski Report, listeners and viewers get an in-depth look at mainstream culture through Brittany Broski’s lens. In different episodes, she dives into her favorite current pop culture trends to share with her audience. Let’s look at what Broski’s favorite trends are as of the episode “Episode 11: Hozier & Mortality.”

How to Embrace AI & Hone Your Human Skills at Work

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How is AI reshaping the job market? What critical human kills will help workers and leaders thrive in the AI era—and how can you acquire them? AI is rapidly reshaping job markets, impacting roles across sectors while creating demand for an AI-savvy workforce. Human skills such as emotional intelligence and the ability to lead, navigate ethical considerations, and collaborate effectively with AI will become increasingly valuable in the AI era.  Here’s why embracing AI and human skills will be necessary for the future workforce.