REALITY CHECK: Universe League is heating up!! (Episodes 2 - 3)

WHAT A YEAR IT HAS BEEN IN KPOP-CITY!!! …. The 3rd-Annual KDROP AWARDS are among us, and the girls have put some THOUGHT into who needs to by hyped this year. (PS - it's mostly boy groups just fyi) .... Who should win Album of the Year? Rookie Debut? Best hair? Best outfit involving a man-boob shirt?? THE GIRLS TELL ALL. ….. They kick it off with their TOP 10 SONGS OF 2024:  #10 (08:55)  #9 (12:44)  #8 (15:36)  #7 (17:44) #6 (20:40) #5 (24:41) #4 (29:45) #3 (33:40) #2 (36:38) #1 (41:20) HONORABLE SONG MENTIONS: (49:02) .... Christina hands out BTS-AWARDS on the BTS EXPRESS: (53:24) …. AND THEY HAND OUT A BUNCH OF OTHER AWARDS, TOO: Album of the Year (1:06:35) Rookie Debut of the Year (1:09:35) Solo of the Year (1:13:47) Girl Group of the Year (1:17:01) Music Video of the Year (1:21:09) Dance Practice of the Year (1:26:36) Live Performance of the Year (1:29:48) Best Youtube / Viral Moments of 2024 (1:35:34) ..... Superlatives: -The Felix Best Hair Award: (1:41:20) -The I.N. Squishiest Human Award: (1:43:08) -The Niki Glow-Up Award: (1:44:37) -The Dino Look-at-ma-fit Award: (1:45:45) -The Keeho Bestie Award: (1:47:39) -The #StillRaining Award for hottest older idol: (1:49:13) -The Yeonjun Rookie-it-boy to watch Award: (1:51:40) -The BSS Funniest Moment of the Year Award: (1:54:10) -The Cha Eunwoo Visual of the Year Award: (1:55:34) -The Idol MVP of 2024: (1:57:39) ..... AND.... WHO WON THE YEAR???? (1:59:26) …. Finally, they chat up their personal favorite KPop experiences (2:07:46), and predictions for 2025 (2:14:12). …. Exclusive KDROP Joshua Hong interview [Postponed!] (2:18:29) ..... If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠)  …..  Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠ ....  Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

The format of this show is INSANEEEEEE gah this is so good. Every KPop fan ever needs to be watching Universe League!! .... Maddie and Elle break down everythingggg from episodes 4-5: -JL is a STARRRRRRR -How much Elle loves the Rhythm Bench -Why Maddie approves of Ten's coaching style -WHICH RANKINGS MADE ZERO SENSE AND WHY WE'RE MAD ABOUT THEM -Justice for JAING FAN -Next week is gonna be CRAZYYYYYY .... If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠⁠)  …..  Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠ ....  Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ ⁠https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8⁠

We are so glad we chose to cover Universe League this winter!! The sports metaphors are abounding and we are THRIVING. .... Maddie and Elle break down everythingggg from episodes 2-3: -The world's most awkward bench test -Starting lineup + bench ROUND 1 performances (BEAT BENCHHHHHHHH) -Why Maddie has a crush on Chung-sub (but, like, it's obivous) -All the reasons we disagree with the round 1 rankings LOL .... If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠)  …..  Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠ ....  Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

It’s that time of year!!! (Time to play Christmas EveL 300 times, ammi right?)….Elle and Maddie jump on the mics to talk comebacks this November/December, and also drop their TOP 10 Favorite KPop Christmas songs of all time.….WHAT’S CURRENT IN KPOP:(02:12) ATEEZ’s “Ice on my Teeth” (just yes.)(06:48) NOWADAY’s “Let’s Get It” (unexpected jam)(09:20) Jay Chang’s “LaSalle Ave” + “What You Need (feat. Tag)” (WE STAN JAY CHANG)(12:58) WAYV ‘s “Frequency” + “High Five” (Elle has gone into crazy kpop fangirl land for Xiaojun and we support her in this)(19:01) TWS’s “Last Festival” (MADDIE.CAN’T.STOP.WATCHING.)(22:11) SEVENTEEN’s “Shohikigen” (can’t wait for Josh to tell us all about it in his next interview)(25:07) NCT WISH’s “Wishful Winter” (listen to find out why it made Elle cry)(27:49) THE BOYZ’s “Last Kiss” (not the pre-debut footage!!!)(30:19) THE8’s “Orbit”+ EP “Stardust” (ok this hits harder than Maddie thought it would???)(32:14) TREASURE’s “LAST NIGHT” (ummm their best song since DARARI???)(33:38) CRAVITY’s “Now or Never” + Mini Album “Find The Orbit” (didn’t love it as much as we hoped)(35:18) TEMPEST’s “Bubble Gum” (Maddie’s cup of tea to a T)….(36:24) OTHER K-POP NEWS​-STRAY KIDS WORLD TOUR WHO’S GOING?!!!​-8TURN WORLD TOUR WHO’S GOING!??? (hehehhe for real COME)​-Jay Chang US Fansign Tour WHO’S. GOING.!!!!!​-The CrewOne is already disbanding ​-New JYP boy group “Kick Flip” debuting January 1, 2025​-SEVENTEEN’s “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” on The Wonderful World of Disney Special​-Waker’s fan name is SLEEPER. SLEEPERRR Y’ALL….(42:38) BTS EXPRESS….(52:55) Elle and Maddie’s TOP 10 KPop Christmas songs of all time ….(1:07:48) Joshua Hong Interview postponed due to holiday scheduling issues (COME BACK NEXT TIME!)If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠) ….. Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠ .... Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

Welcome to REALITY CHECK, where Elle and Maddie turn their addiction to KPop reality shows into content. LOL. .... If you're chain reality-show watchers (like us), you're always looking for the next one to watch. Look no further this winter, because UNIVERSE LEAGUE is so good, you guys!! ... 42 contestants fight for the chance to debut in the next boy-group. You will love the show's style, production, and cast! Join Maddie and Elle all winter as they cover Universe League every other week! .... Today's episode covers all of EPISODE 1. Enjoy!! ..... If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠)  …..  Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠ ....  Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

YOUR GIRLS SAW SEVENTEEN IN L.A.!!!! And they have soooo many stories. And, since they run a podcast, they are here. to. tell. them all. ….If you’re new to THE KDROP, we are so glad that you found this episode!! Elle and Maddie jump on the mics several times a month to chat allll things KPop (mostly boy groups), and since their favorite group of all time is SEVENTEEN, they were extra pumped this episode to re-cap all their concert experiences.….For today’s episode, the girls are joined by two of their AMAZING friends: Christina and Nas!! ….WHAT’S CURRENT IN KPOP:(04:41) SEVENTEEN’s “Eyes on You” Music Video  (what even is happening here)(07:20) POW’s “Boyfriend” (WE LUV POW!!!)(10:16) DXMON’s “Zip Zip Zip” (how many songs in one?)(12:55) Ampers&One’s “He + She = We” (so much fun!)(14:30) Jaehyun’s “Unconditional” (squiggle headband)(17:22) THE BOYZ’s “Trigger” (DEOBI 4 LYFE)(20:45) TXT’s “Over the Moon” (title track worthy?)(23:39) XG’s “Howling” (they don't miss)(26:07) SEVENTEEN’s “Expiration Date” Japanese Single (just beautiful)(27:17) 8TURN’s “You’re My Reason” (THIS ONE IS JUST FOR MADDIE AND WE ALL KNOW IT)(28:19) NCT DREAM’s “When I’m With You” & “Flying Kiss” (the girls are unsure about the vibe)(30:57) ENHYPEN’s “No Doubt” (butt choreo)(33:25) Stray Kids’ “Giant” (not our fav SKZ japanese release, but still freakin good)….(35:28) OTHER K-POP NEWS-THE BOYZ signing with a NEW LABEL?!!! -Meg won a fancall with Sangyeong y’alllll -ATEEZ’s San was on Lee Mujin Service and he SERVEDDDD-Road to Kingdom ended (SOB) but don’t worry because Maddie and Elle covered ALL OF IT on REALITY CHECK!!!-BTS EXPRESS with ya pal Christina….SEVENTEEN RIGHT HERE: WORLD TOUR IN L.A.(50:39) What’s it like to go to a SEVENTEEN concert? THE GIRLS TELL ALL(58:29) Standing in line stories (it was a TIME)(1:02:50) OUR FAV. UNIT STAGES + setlist talk in general(1:12:50) Member Talk  (+ WHO WRECKED US) (1:22:02) We did NOT keep our cool when they got on those carts(1:26:00) Maddie tried to make a poster and it was a messsss(1:30:10) DJ KHALED COUNT(1:32:22) BUT WHEN DINO UNBUTTONED HIS SHIRT (1:34:22) How does a SEVENTEEN concert compare to other KPop groups?(1:39:24)  Advice we have for anyone going to a SEVENTEEN concert(1:45:02) The girls describe a SEVENTEEN concert in one sentence  …. (1:47:21) BACKSTAGE LIVE INTERVIEW with Joshua Hong **postponed due to concert delay rescheduling**…..If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠) ….. Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠ .... Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

Road to Kingdom is over!! CRAZY CRAZY .... Did y'all love this show us much as we did?? Elle, Maddie and Ori had an absolute blast watching week by week and covering it for y'all. The may have crazy biases at this point (GUESS WHICH GROUPS), but they also loved each and every group that worked so hard on this show. ... HUGE shout out to YOUNITE, The CrewOne, CRAVITY, ONEUS, 8TURN, THE NEW SIX, and TEMPEST. Each group brought their best and should be proud of the hard work they put into Road to Kingdom: ACE of ACE! .... Enjoy this final review of the entire show, where the girls talk the finale and also their favorite moments and performances from Road to Kingdom: ACE of ACE. .... If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠)  …..  Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠ ....  Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

GUYS ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT GAHHHH. Is this aoyone's game???? Elle is Cravity bias and Maddie is rooting for 8TURN. Who's your pick for winner of Road to Kingdom? …. This week on REALITY CHECK:  -The Crew One getting robbeddddddd that Sherlock performance was so good -The girls talk the point system and wonder if it's anyone's game in the finale?!!! -We miss Hwanwoong ACE -Time for everyone to schedule an underwater photoshoot, I guess …. If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)  …..  Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ....  Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

Can you believe we're almost done with RTK: Ace of Ace?? This show has been so fun to watch, and the ACE concept is genius. THIS WAS ACE SHOWDOWN WEEK, and Maddie & Elle were living their best livesssss. …. This week on REALITY CHECK:  -MADDIE IS JAEYOON'S #1 FAN (WHO'S TURN 8TURN Y'ALLLLL) -The girls start taking guesses on who's gonna win this whole thing -Is Hwanwoong's ACE reign over for good?? -How many votes does a crop top win you? Answer: yes …. If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)  …..  Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ....  Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8

Happy Halloween!! Today, the girls share how to throw the world's best KPop themed halloween party (bc we all know we need that in our lives). .... Enjoy this episode, where Elle and Maddie talk through recent KPop comebacks, news, and share their spooky song KPop playlists! ... WHAT'S CURRENT IN KPOP: (01:31) XG’s “IYKYK” (04:25) Katseye’s “Touch” (FEAT. YEONJUN of TXT) (05:43) SEVENTEEN’S “LOVE, MONEY, FAME” + 12th Mini Album: SPILL THE FEELS (16:22) KISS OF LIFE’S “Get Loud” (17:55) BILLLIE’s “Remembrance Candy” (19:52) SAY MY NAME’s “WaveWay” [DEBUT] (22:10) Rosé’s “APT” (feat. Bruno Mars) (24:58) ONE PACT’s “DESERVED” …. (27:39) Stuff we’re looking forward to in KPOP!! -POW COMEBACKKKKKKK + Avril Lavigne team up!!! -DXMON Comeback “Love Never Die” -THE BOYZ Comeback on October 28 - check it outtttt -TXT Comeback: “The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY” on 11/4 -Stray Kids’s Japanese Comeback: “GIANT” on 11/13 -TWS Comeback at end of November! ….. (31:22) OTHER KPOP NEWS -Stray Kids boy band mashup at American Music Awards (Bye Bye Bye + Chk Chk Boom) -Reality Show “Universe League” coming soon -Just a few thoughts on RIIZE news + Seunghan leaving the group …. (36:06) BTS EXPRESS with Christina  …. (51:50) Maddie + Elle’s favorite KPOP SPOOKY SONGS (1:05:45) Elle’s favorite spooky kpop variety content (1:10:55) Elle and Maddie throw out some KPop halloween costume ideas (hehehe)  …. (1:09:30) Joshua Hong Interview - *Postponed due to SEVENTEEN’s “Right Here” World Tour* …… If you're new to THE KDROP, welcome!! We are so glad you are here! Also check out YA GIRL’S KDrama Podcast if that's your thing (@yagirl_kdramapod) (⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/yagirl_kdramapod?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr⁠⁠)  …..  Before you do anything else, FOLLOW THE K.DROP ON INSTAGRAM! For real, please come and say hey to us over the socials! @the.kdrop_kpop_pod ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.kdrop_kpop_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠ ....  Finally, jump on  YA GIRL’s Discord!! It's where all the friends of YA GIRL gather and talk about hot Korean men. You really don't wanna miss it. ⁠ https://discord.gg/rFmEgTJpJ8