Squid Game
A Netflix show that was expected to be big in Korea but surprised by its global success.
Common Themes
Videos Mentioning Squid Game

Luis von Ahn, Co-Founder of Duolingo — How to Be (Truly) Mission-Driven, 10x Growth, and More
Tim Ferriss
A popular Korean TV show mentioned as contributing to the growing influence of Korean entertainment.

Mark Normand: Comedy! | Lex Fridman Podcast #255
Lex Fridman
Netflix show mentioned by Mark Normand.

All-In Summit: MrBeast on his journey, business model, and the future
All-In Podcast
A specific elaborate video production by MrBeast that demonstrated high logistical and set design effort, impressing the hosts.

How to Make Money Online
Ali Abdaal
A TV show that became a trend, leading to many YouTube channels experiencing growth by creating content around it.

Steve Jang on Korea’s Exploding “Soft Power” And Much More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A globally popular Korean streaming show on Netflix, cited as an example of intense, dystopian Korean content that resonates universally due to its class struggle themes.

E49: Coinbase CEO reflects on controversial blog, state of the markets, 1000 unicorns & more
All-In Podcast
A violent dystopian Korean show that was discussed in the context of children's media consumption.

Reed Hastings: How Netflix Built a Culture That Fires Good People
The Knowledge Project Podcast
A Netflix show that was expected to be big in Korea but surprised by its global success.

MrBeast: Future of YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram | Lex Fridman Podcast #351
Lex Fridman
A video by MrBeast that replicated the popular Netflix show, which he believes has potential to reach a billion views.

Bobby Hundreds — Building an Iconic Streetwear Brand and Much More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A Netflix series, potentially a causal factor in the rise of Korean pop culture.