Donna Kwon
@hallyulikedonna.bsky.social
Korean/Asian/American music and culture aca-fan/multi-stan. Professor of ethnomusicology. Author of Stepping in the Madang (2024, Wesleyan) and trying desperately to maintain hope in humanity. CSIS US-Korea NextGen Scholar 24-25.
Big day in K-pop!!! #Jessi is back with #GirlsLikeMe flexing her unni-power! In other news, not surprised #NewJeans is going back to Ador. I hope this will be an opportunity for them to flex their unni power too and develop more of their own creativity without MHJ.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkhN...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkhN...
Jessi (제시) - 'Girls Like Me' MV
YouTube video by Jessi
www.youtube.com
November 12, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Big day in K-pop!!! #Jessi is back with #GirlsLikeMe flexing her unni-power! In other news, not surprised #NewJeans is going back to Ador. I hope this will be an opportunity for them to flex their unni power too and develop more of their own creativity without MHJ.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkhN...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkhN...
So Senator Rand Paul voted NO for the deal to end the shutdown to register his support for hemp farmers in Kentucky??? Okayyyy. . . umm, how about to provide affordable healthcare for your Kentuckty constituents???
November 11, 2025 at 4:40 PM
So Senator Rand Paul voted NO for the deal to end the shutdown to register his support for hemp farmers in Kentucky??? Okayyyy. . . umm, how about to provide affordable healthcare for your Kentuckty constituents???
A new level of callous disregard for the most vulnerable. “Trump Administration Demands States ‘Undo’ Work to Send Full Food Stamps” www.nytimes.com/2025/11/09/b...
Trump Administration Demands States ‘Undo’ Work to Send Full Food Stamps
www.nytimes.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:18 AM
A new level of callous disregard for the most vulnerable. “Trump Administration Demands States ‘Undo’ Work to Send Full Food Stamps” www.nytimes.com/2025/11/09/b...
So. . . it's called "Tactical Frivolity"!!! Love it!
Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/o...
Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/o...
www.nytimes.com
October 20, 2025 at 3:05 PM
So. . . it's called "Tactical Frivolity"!!! Love it!
Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/o...
Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/o...
Balming Tiger, Yaeji - wo ai ni (Official Video)
YouTube video by Balming Tiger
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October 16, 2025 at 3:45 PM
OMG! Love this goofy version of #NMIXX_BlueValentine! How did they keep a straight face doing this??? 🤣
www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6QG...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6QG...
NMIXX(엔믹스) “Blue Valentine” Dance Practice (Blue Character Ver.)
YouTube video by NMIXX
www.youtube.com
October 16, 2025 at 2:28 AM
OMG! Love this goofy version of #NMIXX_BlueValentine! How did they keep a straight face doing this??? 🤣
www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6QG...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6QG...
#StrayKids are SO back with #CEREMONY. Haven't seen a fanchant video in awhile but this seems made for next level stadium tour audience participation. Can't wait!!!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlCS...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlCS...
Stray Kids "CEREMONY" (Feat. STAY) Guide Video
YouTube video by Stray Kids
www.youtube.com
August 22, 2025 at 12:53 PM
#StrayKids are SO back with #CEREMONY. Haven't seen a fanchant video in awhile but this seems made for next level stadium tour audience participation. Can't wait!!!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlCS...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlCS...
I'm here for this COLLAB between #PablloVittar and #NMIXX. May seem out of the blue, but NMIXX has been exploring daring work like this since their debut with the Brazilian baile funk-infused O.O. Love them! Divas all.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zgJ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zgJ...
Pabllo Vittar, NMIXX - MEXE (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by Pabllo Vittar
www.youtube.com
August 22, 2025 at 1:56 AM
I'm here for this COLLAB between #PablloVittar and #NMIXX. May seem out of the blue, but NMIXX has been exploring daring work like this since their debut with the Brazilian baile funk-infused O.O. Love them! Divas all.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zgJ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zgJ...
Keeping our elections free and under the control of the states is probably the last shred of democracy we have left. Protect it with your life . . . or at least call your representatives! 5calls.org
August 19, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Keeping our elections free and under the control of the states is probably the last shred of democracy we have left. Protect it with your life . . . or at least call your representatives! 5calls.org
Reposted by Donna Kwon
People are constantly asking me — what can I do?
Between now and the 2026 midterm elections, here are five practical steps you can take to make a difference.
Between now and the 2026 midterm elections, here are five practical steps you can take to make a difference.
How YOU Can Fight Back Against Trump
Robert Reich
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August 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
People are constantly asking me — what can I do?
Between now and the 2026 midterm elections, here are five practical steps you can take to make a difference.
Between now and the 2026 midterm elections, here are five practical steps you can take to make a difference.
Well said. As scholars, as citizens, we must stand up for all of the evidence-based research, curation, and artistic expertise cultivated and presented at the Smithsonian museums.
If you’re trying to erase history, you’re on the wrong side of it.
Exclusive: The White House plans to conduct a far-reaching review of Smithsonian museum exhibitions, materials and operations ahead of America’s 250th anniversary to ensure the museums align with President Trump’s interpretation of American history.
August 18, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Well said. As scholars, as citizens, we must stand up for all of the evidence-based research, curation, and artistic expertise cultivated and presented at the Smithsonian museums.
For the Francophone K-pop fans out there, it doesn't get better than this!
open.spotify.com/show/0NAAWoO...
open.spotify.com/show/0NAAWoO...
Amphi K-pop
Podcast · Math · Le podcast où on analyse nos bias en mode thèse/antithèse/synthèse 🎓✨ Bienvenue dans Amphi K-pop, le podcast francophone qui transforme votre passion K-pop en analyse académique ! An...
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August 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM
For the Francophone K-pop fans out there, it doesn't get better than this!
open.spotify.com/show/0NAAWoO...
open.spotify.com/show/0NAAWoO...
"As for all-women collectives of three or more members, HUNTR/X is the first to top the Hot 100 in 24 years — since Destiny’s Child dominated with “Bootylicious” for two weeks in August 2001." Crazy!
HUNTR/X’s ‘Golden’ From ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Hits No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
HUNTR/X’s ‘Golden’ From ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Hits No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
HUNTR/X’s “Golden,” from the hit film 'KPop Demon Hunters,' slays in its first week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
bit.ly
August 12, 2025 at 12:50 PM
"As for all-women collectives of three or more members, HUNTR/X is the first to top the Hot 100 in 24 years — since Destiny’s Child dominated with “Bootylicious” for two weeks in August 2001." Crazy!
Whoa! It’s their moment for sure!
HUNTR/X’s ‘Golden’ From ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Hits No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
HUNTR/X’s ‘Golden’ From ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Hits No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
HUNTR/X’s “Golden,” from the hit film 'KPop Demon Hunters,' slays in its first week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
bit.ly
August 12, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Whoa! It’s their moment for sure!
Massive respect for #JacksonWang. He managed to drop multiple bombs in under a minute at #KCONLA.
youtube.com/shorts/9zJ54...
youtube.com/shorts/9zJ54...
Jackson Wang drops multiple bombs at KCON LA!
YouTube video by donnabee
youtube.com
August 5, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Massive respect for #JacksonWang. He managed to drop multiple bombs in under a minute at #KCONLA.
youtube.com/shorts/9zJ54...
youtube.com/shorts/9zJ54...
I'm trying to write a fun K-pop piece once a month on Medium. If you liked KPop Demon Hunters, check it out!
medium.com/@donnaleekwo...
medium.com/@donnaleekwo...
Did KPop Demon Hunters Inadvertently Create the Song of the Summer?
July 25, 2025
medium.com
July 25, 2025 at 8:08 PM
I'm trying to write a fun K-pop piece once a month on Medium. If you liked KPop Demon Hunters, check it out!
medium.com/@donnaleekwo...
medium.com/@donnaleekwo...
Hongjoong is my #NO1 any day! He even created and performed this country-esque intro at #Ateez_Nashville! Wait for his smile at the end, it says it all😍😊🤩.
July 21, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Hongjoong is my #NO1 any day! He even created and performed this country-esque intro at #Ateez_Nashville! Wait for his smile at the end, it says it all😍😊🤩.
I LIVE for JONGHO A CAPPELLA! The falsetto at the end is so heavenly. #Ateez #Ateez_Nashville #ToBeYourLight
July 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
I LIVE for JONGHO A CAPPELLA! The falsetto at the end is so heavenly. #Ateez #Ateez_Nashville #ToBeYourLight
Reposted by Donna Kwon
Way to wrap up Day 2 with dinner with the Korea Foundation, who makes this program possible.
Grateful for our alumni for joining us, and to former foreign minister Yoon Young-kwan for spending time with our group!
cc @victordcha.bsky.social @kristigovella.bsky.social @thisishannahkim.bsky.social
Grateful for our alumni for joining us, and to former foreign minister Yoon Young-kwan for spending time with our group!
cc @victordcha.bsky.social @kristigovella.bsky.social @thisishannahkim.bsky.social
June 24, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Way to wrap up Day 2 with dinner with the Korea Foundation, who makes this program possible.
Grateful for our alumni for joining us, and to former foreign minister Yoon Young-kwan for spending time with our group!
cc @victordcha.bsky.social @kristigovella.bsky.social @thisishannahkim.bsky.social
Grateful for our alumni for joining us, and to former foreign minister Yoon Young-kwan for spending time with our group!
cc @victordcha.bsky.social @kristigovella.bsky.social @thisishannahkim.bsky.social
Reposted by Donna Kwon
Great session with Doosan this afternoon about their businesses in the US and Korea, and some of the challenges they currently face.
cc @victordcha.bsky.social @thisishannahkim.bsky.social @jamesdkim.bsky.social @kristigovella.bsky.social @josephaseeley.bsky.social
cc @victordcha.bsky.social @thisishannahkim.bsky.social @jamesdkim.bsky.social @kristigovella.bsky.social @josephaseeley.bsky.social
June 24, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Great session with Doosan this afternoon about their businesses in the US and Korea, and some of the challenges they currently face.
cc @victordcha.bsky.social @thisishannahkim.bsky.social @jamesdkim.bsky.social @kristigovella.bsky.social @josephaseeley.bsky.social
cc @victordcha.bsky.social @thisishannahkim.bsky.social @jamesdkim.bsky.social @kristigovella.bsky.social @josephaseeley.bsky.social
Excited to share my first piece on Medium! Would love to hear what you think! #ATEEZ #ATEEZ_LemonDrop
medium.com/@donnaleekwo...
medium.com/@donnaleekwo...
Rethinking Pop Vocal Norms: ATEEZ, Lip-Syncing, and Auto-Tune in K-Pop
June 13, 2025
medium.com
June 13, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Excited to share my first piece on Medium! Would love to hear what you think! #ATEEZ #ATEEZ_LemonDrop
medium.com/@donnaleekwo...
medium.com/@donnaleekwo...
This unexpected country-K-pop mashup #KillMyBo$$ is quite the debut from KIIRAS. While K-pop has always incorporated lots of genres, country not so much. My take is that this says more about the prominence of country right now than about K-pop per se. Intriguing. .
www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxNN...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxNN...
KIIRAS (키라스) ‘KILL MA BO$$’ OFFICIAL MV
YouTube video by KIIRAS (키라스)
www.youtube.com
June 2, 2025 at 4:06 PM
This unexpected country-K-pop mashup #KillMyBo$$ is quite the debut from KIIRAS. While K-pop has always incorporated lots of genres, country not so much. My take is that this says more about the prominence of country right now than about K-pop per se. Intriguing. .
www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxNN...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxNN...
How come IU never ceases to be SO COOL!!! What a thrilling contemporary cover of the Shin Junghyeon Korean minyo-rock classic "미인" (Mee-in). Plus, the celebrity reveal at the end! 😘😍 Also, love #BalmingTiger
www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5Z1...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5Z1...
IU '미인 (Feat. Balming Tiger)' MV
YouTube video by 이지금 [IU Official]
www.youtube.com
May 31, 2025 at 1:38 PM
How come IU never ceases to be SO COOL!!! What a thrilling contemporary cover of the Shin Junghyeon Korean minyo-rock classic "미인" (Mee-in). Plus, the celebrity reveal at the end! 😘😍 Also, love #BalmingTiger
www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5Z1...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5Z1...