The guests on 'Radio Star,' Kwon Il-yong, Lee Dae-woo, Yang Na-rae, and DinDin, swept both online and offline with a thrilling and exciting 'story symposium.' With stories that could not be heard anywhere else, the 'only one' storytellers captivated viewers, and 'Radio Star' reached a peak rating of 6.0%, recording the first place in both the 2049 rating and household rating during the same time slot.
A special episode titled 'God Bless You,' featuring guests Kwon Il-yong, Lee Dae-woo, Yang Na-rae, and DinDin, aired on MBC's 'Radio Star' on the night of the 2nd.
According to Nielsen Korea, a viewer rating research company, the previous day's broadcast of 'Radio Star' recorded a rating of 5.1% based on households in the metropolitan area, securing the top spot during the same time slot. The 2049 rating, which is a key indicator for advertising professionals and measures channel competitiveness, also ranked first in the same time slot. The star of the 'best one minute' was Yang Na-rae, whose shocking infidelity story as a divorce attorney, titled 'The World of Infidelity - Purpose of the Mountaineering Club,' achieved a high rating of 6.0%.
Kwon Il-yong, the nation's first profiler, drew laughter with his transformation into a 'variety show monster' after retirement. He appeared alongside Lee Dae-woo, a former colleague and friend of 37 years, who, nearly a year away from retirement, started ramping up his humor by stating he was looking for a 'management agency' after retirement. He became the center of laughs with a story about a time during his early days as a police officer, influenced by testimonies from Lee Dae-woo, about how he had little presence on-scene, withLee stating that his shift to becoming a profiler was 'a masterstroke.' Kwon Il-yong noted, 'I thought I would rather be the 'only one' than the best one,' which drew admiration.
During times when he had little knowledge about evidence examination, Kwon Il-yong recounted how he once alerted fellow officers by taking fingerprints while wearing gloves to criticize their handling of evidence. The moment he reported the fingerprints collected from evidence, no one dared to touch him, and he disclosed that during his time as a 'CSI,' he worked quietly and focused on his tasks, earning the nickname 'Kwon Alone.'
He mentioned a high school girl who was a surviving victim of a serial killer, stating that a scar on her arm left him deeply moved. He later shared that while pursuing broadcasting activities, he received a direct message from the friend of the victim, who soothed him by saying she was now well and raising a child.
In particular, Kwon Il-yong was asked if he had ever been scolded for mentioning his wife's persistent flatulence in a previous 'Radio Star' broadcast. He humorously replied that his wife seems to enjoy it, saying she practices her special talent of passing gas freely, drawing laughter. He also shared stories of becoming an unexpected 'box office star' due to his role in the movie 'Crime City 4,' explaining that he received an offer to appear after serving as a crime consultant and that everything concluded so quickly there was no room for 'acting skills,' which made everyone laugh.
Lee Dae-woo, known as 'Tank Cop,' focused attention when he shared that prior to appearing on 'Radio Star,' he had captured a total of 2,086 criminals, which astonished the audience. He went on to tell a movie-like story of apprehending criminals while on the beat during his time as an investigative officer, including the capture of 11 suspects during routine stops and encounters with individuals who plan crimes online, sharing their stories and consequently catching many criminals. He also revealed that he played a significant role in enacting laws related to financial crimes that went on to reduce crime rates by preventing unlimited attempts at entering passwords.
Lee Dae-woo is about a year away from mandatory retirement but disclosed that he intends to remain in the field until the end, showcasing his dedication. Interest grew when it was revealed that he was looking for a management agency for various activities post-retirement, having earlier participated in a 'Police Agency People' production that earned him praise as a 'reenactment actor.' Particularly, he contributed to the humor alongside his 37-year friend Kwon Il-yong during the show, fostering anticipation for his future as a 'broadcast gentleman.'
Yang Na-rae, a divorce attorney with 10 years of experience, captivated viewers with her thrilling tales that repeatedly had them on the edge of their seats. She emphasized that for clients, the emotional impact of '30 billion won' in asset division was often outweighed by the '30 million won' in alimony, as it reflected their 'dignity.' She also pointed out the increasing number of newlywed divorces, sharing common cases among younger couples that made one reconsider the concept of 'divorce.'
Yang Na-rae suggested that the main reason for many divorces seems to be 'infidelity.' She recounted various scandalous infidelity stories, which the production team organized into segments, making the narratives even more spine-chilling, attracting attention online.
Yang Na-rae revealed that there was once a hint of infidelity indicated by a signal of rolling up one pant leg in her mountaineering club, which she admitted she couldn't believe actually happened. She mentioned that this signal has since disappeared due to increased awareness. Additionally, she recounted the shocking story of a wife who discovered her husband was cheating with her own younger sister while naturally talking with her child, and how she meticulously noted the specifications of seven men in her phone's notepad while managing her relationships with her lovers.
Yang Na-rae stressed the importance of listening to her clients' stories, noting that she had slightly adjusted her outgoing personality to lower the tension during conversations. She shared a moving instance where a client cried over the phone after reading their complaint, stating that the process of cleansing the heart and burdens through divorce is vitally important, providing a personal insight that garnered applause.
DinDin, who epitomizes the essence of an endearing pest, was nominated as the guest who benefited the most from 'the benefits of law,' lighting up the studio with laughter. He discussed why he could tease larger figures like Moon Se-yoon, Kim Dong-hyun, and Hwang Jae-kyun, emphasizing that it felt like they were watching over him. The humorous banter continued as DinDin suggested that competing with friends of similar height and physique could lead to 'major trouble.'
Meanwhile, DinDin mentioned that he was 99 cm tall at the age of 7 and had experienced 'growth disorders' between the ages of 4 and 6. He recalled how, after his grandmother's passing, his two sisters began to establish a hierarchy among them, leading him to share the origins of his teasing demeanor. He humorously detailed how his shorter stature led him to compromise in various ways with friends, including relinquishing song parts during singing competitions, which ultimately led him to start rapping, bringing waves of laughter in the studio. His playfulness during this episode positioned him as a master of engaging storytelling.
Next week's episode of 'Radio Star,' scheduled to air on the 7th, is anticipated to feature guests Woo Hee-jin, Hwang Dong-joo, Mimi, and Lee Si-an in the special segment 'Exciting Rising Video.'
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