SBS PopAsia live with Kevin Kim

This week Kevin Kim spills on how a K-pop album is made. It starts with thinking about what song they want. They have huge meetings with producers and staff where they think about the concept and music genre. They listen to a bunch of demo songs and decide which one they want to use. Sometimes, after the pre-recording, it won't sound right so they'll change their mind on the song. It can sound really different after the recording.Once they decide on the songs they want to promote, they choose a concept and try on a lot of clothes. The stylist brings out all different outfits for them to try; sometimes they pick and choose, and other times the stylist will show them photos of what's on trend. Once they've chosen clothes they go straight to a photoshoot for the album. Then the members write thank you notes, and sign them, to put in the special albums. Kevin thinks he's signed more than 50-100 thousand times. 

This week Kevin Kim and the Fan Forum are talking Girls' Generation. You get to hear the time ZE:A covered Girls' Generation in karaoke (Kevin is slightly embarrassed). You'll also find out which member of Girl's Gen Kevin would be, and what he said when asked which member was his idol type...

This week Kevin Kim tells us how he got in to his company, which led him to become a K-pop star. He sent a resume with all his details and profiles and things he'd done. He filmed on a video and cassette tape, which makes him feel old because people don't use those anymore. He sent everything in a package to Star Empire; they liked him so he went in and did a little 'audition' where he sang 'Bright Midnight', and they wanted him to stay in Korea and do training with the other trainees, and that's how he got in to the industry.

This week Kevin Kim and the Fan Forum talk about which survival show will be better - 'The Unit' or 'Mix 9'? They're slightly different, and the forum think a boy band will ultimately win because fan girls are powerful! The idol line-up is really interesting, they discuss who the most interesting contestants are and who they're most looking forward to seeing. They also explain why having an EXP Edition member on the show is extra interesting....

This week Kevin Kim says Happy Chuseok to you all and spills on how he celebrates the holiday. He spends time with family, eating a lot of delicious food like rice cakes, with red bean paste, Chinese pancakes and beef ribs. He plays a lot of games too; a Korean version of Monopoly and a kicking shuttle-cock game (but he's not very good). At this time of the year he always gets asked when he's going to get married. Cue: nervous laugh...

This week the fan forum talk about how far is too far when it comes to an idol's weight. They understand that people need to look good when in the spotlight, but it shouldn't come at a cost to their health and wellbeing. Kevin talks about his time as a K-pop idol.  

This week The Anime Show's Joey and Aki join Kevin Kim. They talk about the first anime they saw, and give Kevin Kim recommendations on what anime to watch. Aki suggests newbies start with Ghibli movies; take baby steps. Kevin liked Sailor Moon and Dragon Ball Z when he was younger. What about you? ()

Kevin Kim admits he wanted to be a scientist once; a love scientist. Kevin thinks that's a really good idea for a song; call it 'Chemistry' or 'The Science of Love.' He and Andy start singing, to figure out what the song would sound like. Kevin's dream of being a scientist changed to become a performer, so that's what he did. Krunk (the GD Bear) debuted with an song , and Andy says that if he had to choose an object to debut he'd choose his iPhone and call it 'Phoney.' What would you choose?

This week Kevin Kim and the Fan Forum are live with a bunch of fans! They're talking about what the K-pop stars, coming to KCON, should do when in Australia, what they'd do if they got to Hi Touch their bias, and what it's like to be a K-pop star at one of these events. Find out what SBS PopAsia will be up to at KCON too; think beauty, stage shows and quizzes!

This week Kevin Kim chats to Victon and Up10tion ahead of their arrival in Australia for KCON!! Victon tell us how they feel about coming to Australia for the first time, and about what we can expect from them on stage at KCON, plus a sneak peak at the song they'll be performing. The boys give tips on how you can become a K-pop idol. Up10tion are so excited for KCON and can't wait to see you guys, and they tell us what K-dramas they love to watch. Oh, and they really want to see a Kangaroo when they're in Aus!

This week Kevin Kim and the Fan Forum are talking comebacks. They go in-depth about EXO and B.A.P's comebacks. There's different opinions about which one is better. There's strong arguments for EXO and for B.A.P. Do you have a fave? We've asked Twitter and Facebook too.

A big podcast this week! Hear what UP10TION want to get up to when they come here for KCON 2017 Australia. Kevin calls fellow ZE:A member Minwoo live on air to wish him Happy Birthday. As well as that get all the latest information from Thailand and Korea. ()

This week Kevin explains that he had to take Korean classes when he first became an idol, even though he could speak Korean. He said his pronunciation wasn't right at the beginning and he needed to speak more fluently. He had to practice and take Korean classes to get the Korean accent and right pronunciation. 

This week Kevin Kim let's us know when he wants to have kids; well he tries to answer the question as best he can. After a fan asks him the question he hesitates, laughs and then says by the time her's 40 he'll have two kids. He doesn't really know, he just wants to be a good dad. He says he'll probably still sing, not sure if he'll still be dancing, but he'll sing to his kids; sing them lullabies. He's then asked if he's a cat or dog person. What do you think his answer is?

This week, we're getting hyped for KCON 2017 AUSTRALIA  by talking about the highlights from KCON LA and New York. Highlights include Wanna One's takeover of the convention floor to meet-and-greet fans. GOT7 - they're antics on the red carpet, when Jackson and BamBam did the running man dance off stage, when the group closed out KCON LA bringing the whole arena to their feet. Heize's performance of 'Star' with an audience of stars, Girl's Day making their KCON debut and VIXX reminding us why they're KCON regulars all deserve a special mention too!