KBS2 'The manager's ears are donkey ears''s Um Ji-in visited Seoul National University and showed seniority by giving realistic and heartfelt advice to aspiring broadcasters who dream of becoming announcers.
On the 22nd, the 349th episode of KBS2 variety show 'The manager's ears are donkey ears' (directed by Choi Seung-hee, hereafter "Sadanggwi") recorded a peak viewership rating of 4.9%, continuing its streak as the No. 1 variety show in the same time slot for 198 consecutive weeks. (Nielsen Korea standard)
As a special MC on "Sadanggwi," Revival's guitarist Kim Tae-won appeared. Kim Tae-won, who had suspended activities due to deteriorating health, reunited with Jun Hyun-moo after about 10 years since "Qualifications of Men," adding more poignancy to their reunion. Kim Tae-won, who is preparing to release Revival's 40th anniversary debut album, revealed the title track "Wind blowing on the sail," prompting admiration from the MCs. Having already left many hit songs, he said of royalties, "'Never Ending Story' and 'The More I Love' are breadwinners," and expressed gratitude, saying, "After IU sang 'Never Ending Story,' I even received 100 million won in royalties in one quarter." In addition, Um Ji-in added warmth by saying, "Senior Jun Hyun-moo sent a state-of-the-art, top-of-the-line coffee machine to the announcer's office."
That day Um Ji-in visited the Seoul National University broadcasting club with Kim Jin-woong and Park Hyo-jin. Park Hyo-jin, a Seoul National University German education major who was active in the broadcasting club, invited Um Ji-in to her alma mater for the juniors. At Um Ji-in's appearance, students called her a "role model" and said, "I'm studying after watching Um Ji-in host news and cultural programs," drawing attention. About Park Hyo-jin, famous as "Seoul National University Min-ji," juniors said, "She combined beauty and skill since her broadcasting club days and was a model student recognized even by Seoul National University students."
Um Ji-in suggested a mini evaluation session to the college students who dream of becoming announcers. Han Soo-kyung, who has experience applying for the KBS announcer exam, caught attention with a sports news script she wrote herself and a steady vocal tone. Um Ji-in praised her, saying, "You have a voice that would be suitable even as an announcer now," then gave gentle, tailored mentoring for the students, saying, "It showed that you memorized it, and the delivery was a little poor." Park Hyo-jin, who cried at the KBS evaluation session, expressed disappointment, saying, "If she had given me soft feedback too, I don't think I would have shown tears."
Kim Dong-eon, who dreams of becoming the second Kim Sung-Ju, conducted an impromptu interview with Kim Jin-woong. Um Ji-in demonstrated the lacking pronunciation herself and gave realistic advice, saying, "If an announcer doesn't have basic pronunciation, they will inevitably be eliminated in the first round. If you can't fix it, you should give up applying." Park Hyo-jin encouraged the juniors, saying, "I too failed many times before coming to this place," and added, "Don't be consumed by the moment of failing; challenge sincerely with the thought, 'This is my place.'"
Meanwhile, Lotte Hotel executive director Kim Song-gi, who appeared on "Walking to the boss's house," served Park Myung Soo and Kwon Eun-bi the best restorative dish buldojang and steamed lobster. Park Myung Soo, who tasted buldojang that takes six hours just to prepare the ingredients and four hours to boil the broth, laughed in disbelief and said, "It's just delicious! The soup is amazing," drawing laughs. Executive director Kim Song-gi also presented the full-course table that had captivated world leaders' palates during last year's APEC event to the two. Kwon Eun-bi could not hide her happy expression at the taste of a table that combined Gyeongju's ingredients with the region's story. Park Myung Soo repeatedly exclaimed in admiration, saying, "It's delicious," and "I'm going crazy." Watching this, MCs Jun Hyun-moo and Kim Sook said, "We are going crazy at Park Myung Soo's monotonous taste expressions; if there is such an occasion, take us there," which evoked laughter.
Executive director Kim Song-gi said, "As the status of K culture rises, people's favorability toward Korean food is also increasing, and it is being recognized as healthy food. I also think of myself as a private diplomat and put more care into serving world state guests." Kim, who has worked at Lotte Hotel for 45 years and is regarded as a true "one-club man," moved listeners by saying, "This place nurtured me when I was lacking as a new employee. My motto is 'steadily, always, constantly, without change,' and living each day with that mindset will lead you to your desired goals before you know it."
Meanwhile, the preliminary results of Lee Soon-sil, who challenged the Hwaseong episode of KBS1's "National Singing Contest," were revealed that day. Lee Soon-sil, who received a one-point lesson from "filial daughter singer" Hyun-sook on last week's broadcast, made a mistake in the lyrics in the first preliminary round but passed with a greeting and momentum that captivated the audience. Immediately, the second preliminary round proceeded, and the stage saw a large number of talented contestants with strong singing ability and outstanding personal skills.
Finally, it was Lee Soon-sil's turn, and this time she finished the song safely in time with the accompaniment without a lyrical mistake. However, unlike the first preliminary, silence fell, and desperate, Lee Soon-sil tried to liven the atmosphere by singing a North Korean children's song, "Daehongdan potato," along with potato dance moves. In the end, Lee Soon-sil's name was not called, and having tasted the bitter cup of elimination, she smiled at the consolation of the residents who participated in the preliminaries with her.
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