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For the month of August, the KSAA Emerging Researcher Group Committee brings you "Korean(Air)waves: Disseminating K-pop Research via Podcasts".

In this online seminar, Janey Umback, PhD Candidate at Curtin University, shares her experiences as part of the IERLab Podcast team, the value and benefit of doing podcasts for research dissemination, and tips on guesting for a podcast.

Date: 6 August 2024 (Tuesday)

Time: 3PM Seoul/ 4PM Perth/ 6PM Melbourne/ 8PM Auckland

Zoom link will be emailed closer to the seminar date

About the Speaker:

Janey has a keen interest in internet vernaculars and popular culture. Her doctoral research examines gender dynamics and the commodification of intimacy within fan communities, with a particular interest in how fans and the Korean music industry collaborate to form intimate connections. Janey has contributed to academic discourse through published book chapters exploring the complexities of fandom, media consumption, and digital advocacy. She has been a guest on podcasts discussing K-pop research and BTS fandom and has utilised podcast advertising to recruit research participants. With previous experience in the beauty, education, and influencer industries, Janey offers valuable insights into consumer behaviour and online trends. Through her interdisciplinary approach, Janey aims to apply her expertise to both academic discussions and real-world practices in digital media and cultural studies.

About the KSAA-ERG

The Emerging Researcher Group is an affiliate of the Korean Studies Association of Australasia. Our goal is to bring together postgraduate students and early career researchers for a monthly get-together for those who are working on research relating to the Korean peninsula and/or Korean diaspora, regardless of discipline or university affiliation. HDR students and early career researchers from around the world are welcome to join us on Zoom. We hope to see you there!