Eric shares his thoughts on Momoland’s "I’m So Hot", TaeYeon's solo track "사계 (Four Seasons)”, and BTS' "Intro: Persona". It’s the start of the podcasts and all the fun! Get to know Eric, listen to his stories and hear some of his random ramblings Air Date : 18th-Apr-2019  Read More

Eric shares his thoughts on BOL4's (볼빨간사춘기) "BOM (나만, 봄)", BLACKPINK’s new track "Kill This Love”, and the new release of BTS' "Boy With Love ft. Halsey", and some extra personal recs. Listen to Eric talk about writing songs and what influences different artists! Air Date : 22nd-Apr-2019  Read More

Eric shares his thoughts on Stray Kids' "Charonosaurus", from Produce 48, IZ*ONE's "Violeta”, the new sub unit Super Junior - D&E’s"Danger", and some extra personal recs. Eric also talks about snoring too loud and what it's like to get started in the business. How would you feel if you met your favorite celebs? Air Date : 22nd-Apr-2019  Read More

This week, Eric shares his thoughts on TXT's second single "Cat & Dog", EXO Chanyeol's solo track "찬열 '봄 여름 가을 겨울 (SSFW)”, TWICE's comeback with "Fancy", and some extra personal recs. Eric and Brian also get into an intense roommate debate. Are you Team Strawberries or Team Pumpkin? Air Date : 29th-Apr-2019  Read More

CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED! Also, Eric talks about PARK BOM’s “4:44 ft. Wheein (Mamamoo)”, GRAY’s “TMI”, NU’EST’s “Bet Bet”, and adds in a few noteworthy personal recs. Eric also talks about his new song “Runaway” that drops this week on May 8th. Air Date : 7th-May-2019  Read More

Eric talks about Henry Lau's new single ‘Untitled Love Song,' the romantic and sad song ‘Goodbye’ by Park Hyo Shin, and Oh My Girl’s new release ‘The Fifth Season'. Eric also touches on Infinite Nam Woohyun's 3rd EP and Chancellor's new single 'Angel'. Also! what happens behind the stage of music shows in Korea? Where are the snacks? and WHY ARE YOU YELLING AT ME???!!! Don’t forget to check out Eric's new single ‘Runaway’ out now! Air Date : 13th-May-2019  Read More

Eric discusses Weki Meki's 'Picky Picky,' EXID's 'Me & You', and WINNER's 'AH YEAH' with some special recommendations thrown in. We're also joined by the other alleged Nam brother. DNA tests are being run, but perhaps "brotherly bullying" is an acceptable measure of brotherhood? Air Date : 20th-May-2019  Read More

In this week’s episode, we discuss Davichi’s “Unspoken Words”, GOT7’s “ECLIPSE, and Colde’s “Your Dog Loves You (ft. Crush).” Eric also answers YOUR questions during his “Ask Me Anything” segment about the K-pop industry, career choices, etc. Air Date : 27th-May-2019  Read More

2019 has been a BIG year for Tablo and Epik High. Let’s recap: Epik High independently released their chart topping album #sleeplessin___________, toured in both Europe and North America (25 shows in 24 cities), played festivals and shows across Korea, and are now gearing up for tours in Australia, China, and Southeast Asia this summer. While this rap god & genius is busy with all of these activities, he still manages to be a fantastic father and husband at the same time. We @daebakshow are stoked to have Tablo on this week’s episode and hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Air Date : 3rd-Jun-2019  Read More

In this week’s episode, we discuss Lee Hi’s “No One ft. B.I.”, NCT 127’s “Superhuman”, and Somdef’s “Wait ft. pH-1”. Eric also talks about his current tour in Europe (#EricNamEurope2019) and answers more of YOUR questions in his “Ask Me Anything” section. Air Date : 10th-Jun-2019  Read More

Eric dives into ATEEZ’s “WAVE” and “ILLUSION”, SOMI’s “BIRTHDAY”, and URBAN ZAKAPA’S “Seoul Night”. Eric also discusses the expectations and challenges of touring internationally and reads some of YOUR comments and reviews. Air Date : 19th-Jun-2019  Read More

Wrapping up his extensive European tour, Eric joins us on another episode of Daebak Show. This week, Eric discusses RED VELVET’s “Zimzalabim”, STRAY KIDS' “Side Effects”, and SHINHWA's “Perfect Man” [Throwback!]. Eric talks about performing with Wendy, thanks Stray Kids for ?, and brings it back to the stone age of renting VHS tapes to watch K-Pop performances. He also dives into BTS' new OSTs and reads YOUR comments and reviews. Air Date : 25th-Jun-2019  Read More

We are back with another episode of @daebakshow discussing new music from CHUNGHA, (G)I-DLE, and THE ROSE. We are also giving away TWO signed albums from THE BOYZ! We also have BRIAN NAM back on the show and without the #acornofaman to defend himself, Eric and Brian take full advantage. The Nam Bros are back in Atlanta for Eddie’s engagement party, however, the word “party” stirs up sad memories of Eric not being invited to middle school birthday parties. Only on @daebakshow do we get to dig deep and weigh in on things that really matter. “Eric, what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” - Kelly Clarkson There is also a lot of solid rambling in this week’s episode. Air Date : 1st-Jul-2019  Read More

We cover Ailee’s long awaited comeback album, EXO Baekhyun’s solo debut, Heize’s new hit “We Don’t Talk Together” which was produced by Suga of BTS, and Melomance’s “You & I.” Eric and resident jingle-provider Brian also give incredibly unqualified and poorly researched life advice to our listeners. You’re welcome. Air Date : 15th-Jul-2019  Read More

In this week’s episode of @daebakshow, we have the amazing pH-1 joining us. From coding full time to becoming one of the hottest artists in Korea, pH-1’s journey is like no other Air Date : 22nd-Jul-2019  Read More

Daebak Fam! DAY6 is back with “Time of Our Life”, CIX officially debuts with “Movie Star” and Punchnello releases a new single with Sam Kim “23”. Eric reacts to “Seoul Town Road ft. RM” by Lil Nas X, talks about his body falling apart, and tries his best to get an oat milk sponsorship for @daebakshow (pls help us). Air Date : 28th-Jul-2019  Read More

It is ALL SORTS OF HOT, MUGGY, STICKY & HUMID in Seoul, but we cool down with ITZY’s comeback song ICY (3:03). See what we did there? Also, would you ever tell someone you LIKE THEIR FACE? Woosung clearly does a lot with his new song Face (10:03), while singer-songwriter Davii walks through random places by himself in Nothing Without You (15:05). In other fascinating parts of this episode, Eric discusses the discrepancies between English and Korean titles, mayhaps spoils Tablo’s entire new show podcast, and teases a new Catching Up with Peniel of BtoB - who just released a new single Fly23. Air Date : 5th-Aug-2019  Read More

Peniel Shin - BtoB member, rapper, dancer, radio host, photographer and RUNWAY MODEL??? BtoB’s Peniel joins us to catch up with Eric and discuss his Origin Story a la Logan aka Wolverine... minus the blood, violence and cursing. Actually wait scratch that. Enjoy. Air Date : 13th-Aug-2019  Read More

In this week’s episode, we discuss SEVENTEEN’s “HIT”, HA:TFELT’s “Happy Now”, and JINU's “Call Anytime ft. Mino”. We also find out Brian Nam’s true feelings about the intro jingle, discuss texting pet peeves, and Eric triggers a full-on Harry Potter meltdown. Air Date : 19th-Aug-2019  Read More

We are back with another edition of “Catching Up”, this time featuring the KING OF TWITTER himself, Jae of DAY6! Jae and Eric discuss just about everything, including correcting errors in Jae’s biography, transitioning to Korea, perks of being in a group, answering your questions, and so much more. Air Date : 26th-Aug-2019  Read More

In this week’s episode, we discuss SUNMI's “LALALAY” (4:21), EVERGLOW's “Adios” (8:14), and PENIEL's “Flip ft. Beenzino”(14:00). Don't miss Peniel's story of meeting Uncle Zino (Beenzino) and the downfall of underestimating one’s dart skills. Air Date : 2nd-Sep-2019  Read More

Daebak Fam - we are back this week with another episode, covering Crush’s “NAPPA”, X1’s “FLASH”, and Park Jimin’s “STAY BEAUTIFUL”. Make sure to tune in to some pressing news at the end of the show (aka Eric’s plans for Halloween). Does anyone besides Diane know what Animal Crossing is? Also, Eric shares with us why he no longer has his favorite bears from his childhood. Air Date : 9th-Sep-2019  Read More

Finally, the "Catching Up" episode you've all been waiting for and Eric's been dreading. Let's all welcome SPECIAL GUEST JAMIE PARK! Queen Jamie sits down to talk about her upbringing in Thailand, her plans after JYP, and the art of savagery as she unleashes it on Eric and her friends. Air Date : 16th-Sep-2019  Read More

We cover CLC’s “DEVIL,” BOL4’s “WORKAHOLIC,” and 2LSON’s “A SONG WITHOUT YOU (FT. ERIC NAM)”. This week’s crazy ramblings: Eric talks about a sad middle school moment, finding work-life balance in his job, and his love for fat Pikachu. Listen until the end for spoilers on Eric’s upcoming plans! Air Date : 23rd-Sep-2019  Read More

Miss us, Daebak Fam? This week, we cover Seventeen’s “FEAR”, Jang Beom June’s “EVERY MOMENT WITH YOU”, and Celeb Five’s “I WISH I COULD UNSEE THAT”. Listen and learn about Eric’s shady snail business and his janky soccer mom car days. What kind of summer camps did your parents force you to join? Hopefully they were more enjoyable than Eric’s chess and debate camp. Air Date : 30th-Sep-2019  Read More

Time for a special Q&A episode! Eric answers your juicy questions: would he rather have breadsticks as fingers or legs? Which two out of Jamie, Kevin, and Jae would he abandon on an island? Air Date : 7th-Oct-2019  Read More

Eric’s back from his travels! Time to review SuperM's “Jopping”, AKMU’s “How Can I Love the Heartbreak, You’re the Only One I Love”, and Lee Seung Hwan’s “Between Survival & Romance”. Stick around to hear about Eric's adventure in Uganda, what really went down at Eddie’s wedding, and helpful tips from the job hunting master himself! Air Date : 21st-Oct-2019  Read More

Let’s give a warm welcome to Wengie for this week’s Catching Up episode! Wengie shares with us her thoughts and feelings when creating her first K-Pop single, Empire, in collaboration with Minnie of (G)I-DLE. Learn about her transformation from office worker to independent creative/Youtuber/global pop singer! Air Date : 28th-Oct-2019  Read More

Happy Monday, Daebak Fam! This week, we cover Ateez’s “Wonderland," Kard’s "Dumb Litty," LAMBC’s “Prayer,” and Eric’s newly released single “Love Die Young." Want to know the story behind this tear-jerking ballad? Eric explains what inspired him while writing for the new album and his feelings at the time. Listen carefully to uncover Daebak Show’s next special guest and Eric’s upcoming plans in the U.S. Air Date : 4th-Nov-2019  Read More

Brian’s back with new jingles! This week, Eric reviews TXT’s “Runaway,” WINNER's “SOSO,” and Super Junior’s “SUPER Clap.” This round of crazy ramblings includes the meaning behind Eric's fan club name, stories on feeling misunderstood in Korea, and reasons why the RAM in Eric's head is full #RELATABLE. Also, Brian and Eric open fan mail! Air Date : 11th-Nov-2019  Read More

Welcome back, Daebak Fam~ We’re back this week with the most important episode of Daebak Show ever! Eric gets real deep with us. He breaks down his struggle with identity as an Asian-American, the underlying motivation behind pursuing a singing career, and how this all led to the creation of his first full English album, 'Before We Begin.' Listen until the end to learn about his creative process and the back stories behind each song! Air Date : 18th-Nov-2019  Read More