It’s really infuriating as a woman to know that there are countries around the world where there are higher and more severe punishments for self drug use than SA crimes against others. It makes no sense in this day and age
It just seems like a way to what my father called "trim the herd" of a weak link such as someone who is struggling with their own life. Like a way to kick others when they're down. I think humanity has a base level to it that likes to do this and who easier than drug addicted individuals who are hanging onto life by a thread already, mentally and physically.
@@Janellabelle people smoking weed aren't hanging onto life by a thread, so that doesn't even really apply. Stuff like this just shows that women are not valued or treated as human so often. Even in places where SA has a higher sentence it's very common for women to not be believed and can be hard for someone to get convicted. Then even when they are convicted you so often see women getting hate and harassment for speaking up at all.
People smoking weed should not even be on the same level as S.A. especially in this day and age it’s embarrassing for people be more scared getting caught with cannabis than it is committing such a vile crime like s.a
Of course it doesn't,and drug prohibition is just about as effective in stopping drugs from ruining lives as alcohol prohibition was in stopping people from drinking 🙄
This is madness. I remember watching Taxi Driver thinking _"this is crazy, how did the writer of the show think of this??"_ little did I know *this shit actually happened*
If a man can't "control himself" in those circumstances, please explain to me - in detail - why society shouldn't cut it off and remove the need for him to control himself...
I used to believe the scenes of abuse or bullying in school, colleges or offices in kdramas were fictional.. God, bullying people feels like Korean national passtime.
The issue is korea is way too stuck in ancient times regarding cultural hierarchies amongst themselves. Elders get way too much power/respect and it's just a never-ending cycle of trauma/revenge
One of the reasons why Taxi Driver is one of my favorite Kdramas is because of the exposure they managed to bring out surrounding all these cases. It's so easy for everything to get swept under the rug, but this show made sure to highlight the cruelty, ignorance, and hate that many of these victims faced, while still bringing awareness and respect. I only hope those who were affected find peace and happiness.
My personal lesson from hearing these terribly tragic tales from around the world is this: I must act against the bystander effect should it ever find me. Regardless of the consequences. I'm not better than anyone else. My life isn't worth more than anyone else's. Living without morals isn't living at all.
Absolutely for sure. Since i heard about the woman who was being raped in front of people in a train, and strangers knew and did nothing, I try to be aware and mindful
Yep I would never have gone along with any of this. Its crazy how those Koreans would go along with this. I’d risk going to jail for life by defending myself and ending his. You’re right, living life without morals or in fear is not worth living. Nope 🙄
Korean culture sounds like bullying is a past time. Children bully each other in ways I didn't think a child would be capable of. I heard of the after work socializing with employers from white people who have been to South Korea but I assumed they were exaggerating or misunderstanding a foreign culture. We had some Malaysian bosses deported for disrespecting their employees and I thought they treated their workers badly because they're racist but now I'm beginning to think its more cultural.
@@fartunyep4501yeah and in south Korea children in school are so rude and agressive and come in groups to beat, asault, stole, torture,even kill. And the more dreadful and unbelievable that they are not punished, school leaders and teachers dont want scandals so they punish victims for speaking up , and lie and cover those little monsters .
Is korea ok? With all this bullying and abuse, after work abuse. Jesus. I really wanted to work there but listening to all of this i dont think as a immigrant i would be welcomed, let alone have a thriving career.
@kanohane there is,always a point where a person gains information or insight and there is a moment just before that point when they did not have that insight. Are you actually criticizing someone for learning something? Wow. Also Asia is a continent, with over 100 cultures, there is nothing uniform about. And not every cultural group functions as a xenophobic hivemind...yeah I'm not Asian and I've lived there--not Korea, Hong Kong. I'm the palest, blue eyed red head Gweilo/Gaijin you ever want to meet. And I know for a fact all of Asia is not abusive drunks. Some of the most influential people in my life have been from Korea, Okinawa, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Burma(no I'm not changing that) . I just wonder why all the over the top displays of power, just why? What is it accomplishing?
In S2, there's Burning Sun, the cult story was inspired by JMS and the human trafficking story was a real incident too. All their episodes are inspired by real life events fyi.
The entire time I was just thinking about how much the employees didn’t deserve any of this. It’s really just gross how someone can find joy in the pain of others.
I lived in China from 2010 to 2012, during that time I went to SK twice for visa renewal purposes. Both times I was warned about not using public restrooms and to wear trousers or shorts when out. I thought it was a bit over the top, but nope, there was a camera in the toilet bowl in the airport restroom. I checked because my friends had warned me and it was tiny, but it was there. I notified security and they assured me it would be dealt with. I had no idea about the hotels though and now I'm worried there are videos of me out there :(
When I visited Korea back in April, I was super vigilant about checking my hotel room and bathrooms for hidden cameras. But I'm no expert, so I may never know if I missed one and now there's personal footage of me floating around out there. It's a freaky thought.
Taxi Driver is by far the best K-drama I've ever watched. It was great that the show was based on true events and the actors were so talented in bringing each story to life. The show is definitely a voice against injustice. Looking forward to season 3.
Just want to correct Taxi Driver's synopsis, more than a vigilante group, they're a group that acts as a "rainbow" when all hope is lost. The taxi logo is basically a rainbow and they would only leave their "stickers/calling card" in places where people are likely to commit suicide because of hopelessness. Their revenge is also quite personal, they will act based on clients' wants, giving social justice was only incidental, their main goal is to give back what the client has lost.
maybe a real taxi driver should come up in south Korea. the more i hear of what happens the more my desire to watch k drama lessens.. to imagine that what i am watching is actually not fiction? gosh.. its hard to now see it as entertainment.
Kpop and kdramas created this heavenly view of S. Korea in our head. But the more I hear about the reality beyond the fantasy, men it is hell there. I think their obsessive culture of respect for some one rich or older is beyond scary.
I knew it must be hell when I noticed suic*de lines in almost every drama and the rate at which their celebrities unalive themselves.Plus the bully stories and weak laws. That's how I knew.I did a little research and I was shocked
@@y2m3e.45 Sadly that's the feeling I get from most of Asia or at least China, Japan, and Korea. Fun as an outside or visitor, but horrible for those who are born and raised there.
Yoooo I have been bingeing your channel. Girl, I am HOOKED! You are quite the storyteller. I appreciate your man coming through w/the commentary. I feel like I'm in the room w/yall kicking it. Love it here! More stories from Thailand please.
As a victim of revenge porn, I am so appreciative of your anger regarding the harm caused by this group, Stephanie. The fact that the subjects of these videos (in large part women) are treated as fodder for profit and attention is truly deplorable and as much as I sympathize with the workers in this abusive environment, I think anyone who is aware of what kind of harm this causes to the victims should be shaken to the core that this is even going on. So glad this sad of excuse of a man was convicted but his pitiful sentence is aggravating to say the least. I hope more people who hear about instances like this realize what an absolute violation of people’s humanity this is. Revenge porn is far from a victimless crime and people who think that this is anything less than a deplorable act need to seriously assess their morals. Stephanie thank you so much for all of the amazing work you put into your content, this one got me particularly riled up but in general your videos are always so well composed and you are a joy to watch ❤
omg ure so strong! I really hope u can heal from your past and staying strong for the future and I wish u all the best in life!! ❤ and I hope u get ur justice too
I was also a victim of revenge porn. I was a child. I am still really hard on myself. I feel a little Bit better when I am Hearing other peoples Stories.
@@n.m.3995 I am glad sharing my story can be somehow helpful to anyone, I also find it comforting to know I am not alone. I was also a minor at the time, so I can relate to you on that level. We are survivors and as much as that experience hurt me I do like to think I learned a lot from it in terms of what kind of people I surround myself with, and I am thriving now. I hope you are thriving as well, sending you lots of good thoughts ❤️ Thank you for sharing your story, I know that takes a lot of strength
The fact that ur planning a wedding and posting consistently on all ur channels we love you for that keep doing what you do it probably isn't the easiest thing but we love and support you ❤️❤️
@@it-ke9od That is not a very nice thing to say, she is most likely very stressed on wedding planning and posting on so many channels. Her weight should not concern you. If you mean it in a different way, please try to word it so it doesn't seem like something bad
The last part, "My life is not your porn".... I needed that last part so much!!! I keep asking myself if some abuse enablers is because culture. But I'm staring to see that it's not!!! Some people are just horrible! There is absolutely no excuse for someone to allow the abuse to keep going whether it's this kind of revenge videos, or a parent not standing up for their child, culture has nothing to do with it! And this video is opening my eyes to that truth. Thank you Rotten Mango team for your efforts in bringing this content out to us! It's so eye opening and healing 😔💜
she’s just incredible isn’t she. the way she illustrates the stories isn’t only captivating but she really knows how to tap into the emotions of the story and make the watcher feel it too.
They feel that way because they do. Look at the sentencing, you get more for simple pickpocketing here in the UK than you get for SA over there. The trick is to down a few shots of alcohol before the police arrive. Apparently you’re not responsible for your actions if you’re drunk. Crazy.
Taxi Driver (both seasons) was hella freaking good - all of their episodes are inspired by real incidents, they even cast actors who looked like the actual culprit (the resemblance of Mr.Yang and his counter actor is so uncanny, it made huge headlines back then lol). From Burning Sun, JMS, fake surgeons, human trafficking etc, as bizarre as it sounds and shown in the drama, it's all real life events. Highly suggest everyone to watch it, just so freaking goooddd!
Korea sounds like it’s in dire need of some bravery and rebelliousness. I love so many aspects of their culture, but this hell is enabled by people’s fear and complacency.
The hidden cameras stories in South Korea are bizarre! So wrong and criminals in so many ways. It changed my perspective of how nice S. Korea is. I don’t feel safe to traveling and staying at the Hotels in SK now. The government need to do something about this.
This is exactly my sentiments as well. Korea was pictured out to be this kind of ideal place to fall inlove or just enjoy (as depicted in Korean melodramas that I've watched). But lately, I find the place unsafe for women. Also, some Koreans are racists towards their fellow Asians. They are racist towards us Filipinos.
@@kiragoldy4615 That was by design with use of soft power. Hell, it took Korean (insert whatever country) to expose what goes on for Kpop trainees and idols. The interview on Vlad TV with Jay Park in particular
Concept of story aside, Stephanie is a really great story teller. The way she breaks down every single detail of this story, i was able to conceptualize the plot in my head and create a character in my mind based on what she's telling me as a viewer. I hope you get a Netflix series or episodes! I've been watching a lot of your videos, even when you were still doing the mukbang. My fiance and I are fascinated with the way you kinda like hypnotize us whenever you tell a story! Great job!
OMG the HAIR. I visited South Korea with my hair dyed green and I had random women come up to me asking "Why would you do that to yourself???" legitimately concerned. I can't imagine how employees felt having to do that among everything else!
The shaming of women doesn't just stop at adult activities filmed without their consent. Do you watch other true crimes? Watch how a male narrator frames a male killer; how he was so promising or good looking. How people around him thought he was this or that. Maybe it goes back into his past accomplishments too. Those same narrators when talking about a woman who committed crimes against a man? "She was evil. Nobody knew that a vicious stranger lurked behind that facade" and her past? here's all the bad things she ever did. Her failures. Speculation about her relationships.
I'm not saying your wrong, I'm just saying i watch a SHIT TON of true crime and they are all narrated the same way. "Their neighbors didnt think anything of them", "people thought they were weird but just chalked it up to awkwardness". I have never seen a change in narration based on the gender of the criminal. Maybe you're just watching the wrong channels
@@saphiregood2550 i have... especially when it comes to killers like ted bundy, the narration always, always ensures to mention how attractive he was & how much ''potential'' he had. there's also endless articles written about ''the hottest serial killers'' or whatever, that are always about men, with lovely phrases like "wish he'd slash me open" next to a picture of the most average, or below-average, looking guy you ever did see. i do think this issue is more common in mainstream media though, like traditional news outlets & licensed documentaries. i personally haven't noticed youtubers falling into this same pattern, but could be true as i don't know or watch every single true crime youtuber. i think it's also notable that men are the only criminals i ever hear of amassing fan bases, like hoards of women writing to murderers & r*pists in prison, confessing their love to them, even marrying them. this just does not happen with women criminals the same way at all. i think it all ties into the ''i can fix him''/''he did a bad thing, but he's not a bad person'' narrative spun around men's crimes vs. the ''she's a psycho'' narrative that is often attached to women.
Taxi Driver also did the Burning Sun case, a more in depth take on it would be amazing. Many of the cases they did are so wild, love that show so much.
I love how you are able to deliver and draw listeners in and break the story into different sections. Stephanie your voice is so soothing to listen. Such a good storyteller. Thanks for always highlighting different stories that sometimes get overlooked. I also recommend Taxi driver Season 1 to 3, it’s such an amazing series
Nobody idolizes Korea believe me people just like kpop, k dramas there is nothing wrong with that other people fo there for study anyways these type of cases happens in literally Evey County is just that this case came forward
Unfortunately, people will say anything on the internet that they wouldn't say irl. I saw a video about a man getting sentenced to jail for murder (he beat and set his victim on fire) and people were saying horrific things and supporting THE MURDERER.
i just read flowers of fire by hawon jung and she writes about feminisim in south korea and how women are demandaing justice in south korea and they even talk about the spy cams as well and the whole ordeal is absulutley sickening but im so proud of the women who fight for their safety !! much love to the mangobutt team you guys are doing great!
I watched Taxi Driver horrified at the story arc based on this case convinced that there was no way this could be possible in the real world - nobody is that cruel and sadistic. I'm horrified and saddened listening to this story, it's literally giving me goosebumps. I hope labour laws can be strengthened to prevent this from happening to anybody else in any other workplace and that the perpetrators lose all the power they've amassed to feel like they can do this to people.
Yeah especially that scene where the CEO is whipping all the employees into a frenzy was just chilling, and it actually made me feel that this could really happen. Mass psychology really works like that.
Stephanie soo I just wish you knew how much you have helped me and other fans. I used to pray a lot to God that I would find someone that could distract me from every bad thing that is happening to me and that I could be happy after being sad . And then I found your channel. It has been quite some time now and I watch your videos regularly. I listen when I’m at home,walking to school, doing chores etc. they make me feel so good and can easily bring my mood up when I’m feeling down. Thanks a lot to you and your whole famil, you guys mean a lot to me. Hope you have an amazing wedding 💕
Omg I was in korea when this happened it was such a huge case and after that any sort of tyranny by a ceo or someone who’s at a higher level than another that did harassed employees were quickly exposed, also why the reactions towards the Korean air happening was so visceral too since that happened around the same time or soon after
@@Omasje1 The Korean air case actually happened before like 2014 but it was highlighted again because of this case And the same year that this case was released to the public, Korean air had another scandal with a water cup so that also brought up the 2014 case as well
This case was so gross and heartbreaking to hear. Obviously the CEO is despicable and should be stoned for it, my opinion on the employees is conflicting. Like they helped spread illegal content, ruining others lives, but they were also forced into it? It's a grey area I believe, because it's obvious the employees were definitely mistreated. I do genuinely feel bad for them, but ouch.
It's kinda like in a drug ring. The middlemen are often punished rven if they're forced into doing something but the main guy at the top doesn't have to face any consequences
I hope this helps someone out there. If you think there's a camera in your room, turn off all the lights and use your phone camera to try and record the whole room. If you see a red light or dot, it might be a camera. This is so sad but I hop this helps.
this made me so sad to hear and find out about this… i had no idea about this at all i’m from canada. 😭 i hope anyone ever in this position/situation knows that there is a way out and that people are here for you ❤
as an avid fan of taxi driver, I noticed that all the cases are inspired by real events in Korea. There were episodes where the cases are VERY similar to actual controversial cases that I'm high key concerned about the safety of the writer. Season 2 has an ep that reminds me so much of the Burning Sun scandal. But then again every episode starts with the disclaimer "This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, business, events and incidents that has a resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental." i guess that's the safety net.
The storyline is eerily similar to what happened at Burning Sun. Mention that evil man Seungri so he and his friends are forever associated with this scandal and they will not be accepted back into society.
A lot of people have never been to SK and it shows. Some people have this fantasy land of kpop and kdrama stars walking the streets and that everyone is so nice 💀😭 as a black woman who lived there for 2 and a half years, it’s not all that 😭
Stephanie I love hearing you tell us these crime, scandals, story you have a soothing calm voice and I love how you tell stories I hope you have a nice day
I love the way you tell stories. You are so full of compassion, hope and love for all people. I also really enjoy the fact that you tell stories from Asian countries, something we rarely hear about.
all of the cases from taxi driver are at least somewhat inspired by real events, which is sad but on the bright side the show's two seasons have done very well so far (and the third one is now on its way), which means that a lot of light is always shed on these issues. the producer and writers are aware of this, and even the cast have explained that they take their work seriously since the stories have impacted real victims and they hope people keep having conversations about social issues people experience everyday.
This is why I love Taxi Driver it’s exposing a lot of things that actually happens in Korea then and now to let the world know about it. I tell people all the time enjoy the drama but pay attention to what message and storyline of the drama/show because sooner or later either Stephanie or other TH-camrs who does this will tell everyone the story and that it actually happened in real life. It always hurt to hear these and thank you Stephanie and her fiancé for continuing to educating us on what’s really happen around the world not just Korea.
True, hate against women is so common that I find myself trying to find the hate comments on a female content creator on Instagram! And guess what I almost always find some stating the exact comments that she just quoted. If a women stays hidden they have a problem, if she is showing herself they have a problem, if she's breathing they have a problem. They just have a problem with everything we do as womens!
I worked for a global corporation, and one thing that stood out to me how throat cutting many of the Asian countries' business men and their practices were. I'm talking China, Japan, Taiwan, Korea, Vietnam, India; they all had the "fight each other and win" in their business culture. No country, other than China and Singapore allowed women to come on business trips to the US. Women from China were seen but never heard, they barely spoke when spoken to. Women from Singapore were in higher positions and could freely conduct themselves with colleagues from all over the world. Singapore business culture was much more civil and Western than the other countries from Asia.
My initial reaction is that I'd never stay in a workplace like that. But you did well describing the powerlessness of employees in St. Korea. I'm so lucky in Aus and wish the best for all the victims.
1:04:01 when I heard these sentences it reminded me of a pic I saw on Pinterest where it says “educate our sons” instead of protecting our daughters because no matter how much you try to protect your daughter you can’t always be there to protect them if there are men like that out there so the best way is to educate your sons to respect women.
Im literally so happy you're covering something from Taxi Driver!! It's literally my fave kdrama ever! It'd be so cool if you covered more stories that inspired the drama!
Im an addict to this channel i listen to her channel for hours at a time. Amazing story teller. She takes you on a rollercoaster of emotion and edge of your seat anticipation!!!! I love her
Why all the cases in Korea are so ... disgusting? I am from Mexico, I can recognize abuse, injustice, and more, from miles away, but that came from our polititian and police forces, not the common people, but Korea's cases always surprise me :(
No wonder all the cruelness in North Korea too. Similiar culture in Japan, China and other of those eastasian countries. But also in other dangerous cultures. I am norwegian and are sicken by all those cruel, sick violant , crazy stories. I am happy I live in Norway
I was initially thinking it’s only bullying and work peer pressure but there’s lot more scarier things happening there I can’t imagine being a parent or woman how anyone can survive this kind of criticism and it’s not only South Korea it happens everywhere just it doesn’t get exposed and freaking people with power go to extreme lengths to get what they want it’s sickening 😢 lot of strength to you girl.. I hope you and your child are safe 😢❤ this was for R
This reinforced my decision not to work in South Korea (with all respect, but I have heard other horror stories and this one had gone right to the top of the list). After I finished my TEFL training in Australia, I was initially looking at English teaching jobs in South Korea ( without knowing anything about Korean culture, history or society at the time - this is back in 2018!) After reviewing other jobs in China and Japan, I then accepted an English teaching job in Osaka ( and where I stumbled upon Kdramas on Netflix including 'Taxi Driver' that I continue to binge watch to this very day in 2023), however I was only there for 6 months. I'm not going to bash or compare different countries in East Asia, but I did struggle with working/teaching in Japan - not many days off, no annual leave for the 1st 6 months of the contract... like wt...? and my salary earnings were inconsistent. So one month, I'd get the equivalent of $1000 and the following month it could decrease to $700/$800 ( which is already very low and not a practical way to earn money in order to save up with the aim of wanting to explore the country!) However, it wasn't outrageous, but not a very flexible way to live. On the positive note, I did meet a lot of good people and a really kind Japanese colleague went out of her way and took me to Kyoto/Arashiyama for the day! Coming back to this video, I hope all the employees who were abused and traumatised by this vile, demonic CEO, get the justice and closure they deserve. As for the evil CEO, I wonder what he would do if he got a taste of the same vile, abusive 'treatment' that he inflicted on others...??? I'm all for getting justice from the police and legal court systems, but when those same systems repeatedly fail and dismiss the ordinary, the vulnerable and the weak, I guess it only makes sense to resort to the services from a 'taxi driver' 😔🤔
I became aneven bigger fan of taxi-driver because I noticed how episodes were about some South Korean cases that I knew about (some thst I even heard about from this channel)…love the show and that it’s shedding light on really disgusting crimes 👏🏾
Where? Where else? When was the last time you saw media coverage of upskirting or the widespread hiding of cameras in hotels and public bathrooms in any other part of the world? When have you heard that visitors to South, North America, Europe and Africa have to check for hidden cameras in the lotion or showers in their hotel rooms? The randomising of the behaviour is part of why the problem has not been dealt with at the root. Why are women seen and treated like animals in these countries? What is the culture that everyone knows you willing work in a company such as We Disk and yet, you are not ostracised? There is a problem in the culture. The same type of cavalier attitude to human suffering that contributed to the ferry disaster. Waving it away with 'this happens everywhere' is just irresponsible. Okay then, where else does it happen?
I might be wrong for thinking this way, but there has to be a limit on wealth. These people have so much money, the ability to do all the things they desire. And it’s as if none of that is fun anymore, they’ll do unspeakable things to achieve any kind of pleasure. It’s disgusting.
The first case in Taxi Driver 2 is similar to a case that is going on with tourists or job seekers who applied online and was promised jobs in Thailand but then they were held and forced to go work as online scammers in Myanmar.They were being tortured whenever they refused to do whatever they are told to do so.
I love how much hard work she puts in to all her videos to make us happy and post almost everyday she never fails us and works so hard to make videos for us to watch and enjoy.
i watched taxi driver thinking that whoever wrote it had creative ideas but the cases were based on true stories!!! the writer of taxi driver has my respect. this is unbelievable
First of all, I LOVE your channel!!! You have a gift!!! This CEO is a real trip. I remember a friend of mine having a revenge video problem because of her ex and she paid for it dearly then she moved here to get away. Sad. I’m glad to see people standing up to the problem and hope they continue to call for change. Third, I love the Taxidriver series!!!! We need hero’s like them!!! The best!!! Season 3🎉 can’t wait!!!
The part about burying dolls with fingernail clipping is not Shamanism. Thats black magic. And any Shamans who do black magic often always will recieve a consequence or punishment in their life.
This reminds me of a similar story (the first one) in Chile. Some high up people bullied his employee, it was insane, just horrible. I hope one day you can make more stories from latino countries, I just love your videos so much!!! Thank u for the video Steph!! nobody does it so good like y!!
Thank goodness I have had a full working career in the UK. The BBC recently did a documentary with Stacy Dooley as presenter and that covered Molka in Sth Korea and the lives that were ruined by it. Young women committing suicide by the revenge and hidden cameras. In one scene they went into a respected well known hotel and scanned the room for hidden cameras, they found over 30!!! Sth Korea is such a new country with outdated ideals of what a woman is! How hard it is for a woman to get justice when it comes to any form of sexual exploitation. I appreciate that this is a global crime. In Asia I do believe that it's worse sorry, "Evil prevails when good men do nothing". I now of the case which was in the UK and her boyfriend went to prison. Oh he was cocky but now is eating porridge for breakfast. She decided to name and shame him, very brave and she was very well supported. No he was not supported in fact he is loathed. He has a small fan club but nothing else.
Like the working life in South Korea sounds like a nightmare, jeez 😢 you have to respect your seniors and ignore their misbehaving/harassment/assault because otherwise they’ll fire you and your life is ruined, but if you stay in a company like that your life is miserable and therefore, also ruined, like wtf
I don't think I could put up with SK work culture. Unpaid work dinners are hell on earth and there's no way I'm participating in them that often without becoming unhinged. And harassment, stalking, animal abuse, assault? No thank you.
I watched taxi driver from season one and this particular case shocked me, I had encounter with narcissistic boss but not as narcissist as this boss (at least that old boss of mine only demanding praise from the employees and not beating up any of us the employees). the 2nd season's story is kind of more or less the case that Stephanie covered two weeks ago, about this secret billionaire who run a cult where criminals and corruptors politicians and businessmen were his member. and in the story, one of the cult members is the owner of a big artist agency and another one is the owner of a big club the Black Sun. and this case is eerily similar to the burning sun scandal (even the singer's name in those episodes is Victor which translated as Seungrija in Korean). the Kdrama Taxi driver is confirmed to have a 3rd season soon.
I’m sure some stayed willingly bc of the amount of money BUT I have a feeling that quitting wasn’t an option. Even trying to report anything anonymously would be frightening. They’d be aware that so many people were already being paid and those that weren’t on the “payroll” were likely willing to be. Also, he was clearly able to find people that posted anonymously so even leaking info to the public wasn’t something someone could do.
I am ADDICTED to your channel. I just found it not so long ago, and I leave your channel up on my biggest monitor while I play video games on my main monitor, and I am just FLOORED by the amount of stories I have NOT heard.
I literally just finished taxi driver and this story was one of the most messed up stories there, to think that it was even based on a true story was really shocking. And true, while I was watching the kdrama, these people with weird colored hairs knowing it was in an office setting was so off to me. So sad to think that most of the stories there were based on a true story 🤧
Thank you. Taxi Driver, I totally loved both seasons. I didn't know all of them were based on true stories. The episode you are talking about it was really weird. Well done.
It’s really infuriating as a woman to know that there are countries around the world where there are higher and more severe punishments for self drug use than SA crimes against others. It makes no sense in this day and age
It just seems like a way to what my father called "trim the herd" of a weak link such as someone who is struggling with their own life. Like a way to kick others when they're down. I think humanity has a base level to it that likes to do this and who easier than drug addicted individuals who are hanging onto life by a thread already, mentally and physically.
@@Janellabelle people smoking weed aren't hanging onto life by a thread, so that doesn't even really apply. Stuff like this just shows that women are not valued or treated as human so often. Even in places where SA has a higher sentence it's very common for women to not be believed and can be hard for someone to get convicted. Then even when they are convicted you so often see women getting hate and harassment for speaking up at all.
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People smoking weed should not even be on the same level as S.A. especially in this day and age it’s embarrassing for people be more scared getting caught with cannabis than it is committing such a vile crime like s.a
Of course it doesn't,and drug prohibition is just about as effective in stopping drugs from ruining lives as alcohol prohibition was in stopping people from drinking 🙄
This is madness. I remember watching Taxi Driver thinking _"this is crazy, how did the writer of the show think of this??"_ little did I know *this shit actually happened*
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If a man can't "control himself" in those circumstances, please explain to me - in detail - why society shouldn't cut it off and remove the need for him to control himself...
why is it hard to keep their hands to themselves?
they say it is more about the controll and power than it is about the s e x
Women too....all people who sexually abused others.
@@hitmixhyepock9405We aren’t talking about women right now.
Oftentimes it isn't even a sexual thing. It's a power trip. So even without their manhood they'd still be disgusting freaks
I used to believe the scenes of abuse or bullying in school, colleges or offices in kdramas were fictional.. God, bullying people feels like Korean national passtime.
Oh, it is real. Do you think where the ghostwriter got their ideas from?
The issue is korea is way too stuck in ancient times regarding cultural hierarchies amongst themselves. Elders get way too much power/respect and it's just a never-ending cycle of trauma/revenge
It's in almost every kdrama - of course, they are trying to highlight this problem.
It’s not even bullying it’s straight up assault and harassment and the intention to murder
Look up the family of Korean airlines and their insanity.
As a victim of revenge porn, THANK YOU. everyone shamed ME FOR IT. I was 12. I WAS SO YOUNG and I got that stripped from me.
I'm so so sorry and fuck everyone who even thought to blame a literal child for being a victim
i'm so so sorry someone did that to you, i hope you're doing better now ❤❤❤❤❤❤
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It was never your fault ❤️
🤦♀that's traumatizing
One of the reasons why Taxi Driver is one of my favorite Kdramas is because of the exposure they managed to bring out surrounding all these cases. It's so easy for everything to get swept under the rug, but this show made sure to highlight the cruelty, ignorance, and hate that many of these victims faced, while still bringing awareness and respect. I only hope those who were affected find peace and happiness.
very well said 💯
yeah
As soon as Stephanie mentioned rainbow colored hair I was like "Taxi driver" episode
Is it just me or the actual ceo looks similar to the actor playing the inspired ceo in taxi driver
@@cahayamata4393yeah super good casting
My personal lesson from hearing these terribly tragic tales from around the world is this:
I must act against the bystander effect should it ever find me.
Regardless of the consequences. I'm not better than anyone else. My life isn't worth more than anyone else's. Living without morals isn't living at all.
Amen to that ❤
Never be bystander. People literally die from that 😞
👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Absolutely for sure. Since i heard about the woman who was being raped in front of people in a train, and strangers knew and did nothing, I try to be aware and mindful
Yep I would never have gone along with any of this. Its crazy how those Koreans would go along with this. I’d risk going to jail for life by defending myself and ending his. You’re right, living life without morals or in fear is not worth living. Nope 🙄
Korean culture sounds like bullying is a past time. Children bully each other in ways I didn't think a child would be capable of. I heard of the after work socializing with employers from white people who have been to South Korea but I assumed they were exaggerating or misunderstanding a foreign culture. We had some Malaysian bosses deported for disrespecting their employees and I thought they treated their workers badly because they're racist but now I'm beginning to think its more cultural.
Probably not as violent as black Americans tho
Korean bullying is so bad that 99% of all media set in modern-day Korea has some type of torture bullying or suicide because of bullying plot line.
That's exactly also how it happens in India too. Bullying is way too much there
Definitly cultural. Its insane for an employer to slap an employee in america. It would make the news
@@fartunyep4501yeah and in south Korea children in school are so rude and agressive and come in groups to beat, asault, stole, torture,even kill. And the more dreadful and unbelievable that they are not punished, school leaders and teachers dont want scandals so they punish victims for speaking up , and lie and cover those little monsters .
Is korea ok? With all this bullying and abuse, after work abuse. Jesus. I really wanted to work there but listening to all of this i dont think as a immigrant i would be welcomed, let alone have a thriving career.
Asia is a very judgmental and uniform continent....you want to work and didn't know?
@@kanohanehow would they know? they're obviously not from there
@@kanohane your comment is perfect for the subject.
@@kanohanekorea stories seem wild even for asia.
@kanohane there is,always a point where a person gains information or insight and there is a moment just before that point when they did not have that insight. Are you actually criticizing someone for learning something? Wow. Also Asia is a continent, with over 100 cultures, there is nothing uniform about. And not every cultural group functions as a xenophobic hivemind...yeah I'm not Asian and I've lived there--not Korea, Hong Kong. I'm the palest, blue eyed red head Gweilo/Gaijin you ever want to meet. And I know for a fact all of Asia is not abusive drunks. Some of the most influential people in my life have been from Korea, Okinawa, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Burma(no I'm not changing that) . I just wonder why all the over the top displays of power, just why? What is it accomplishing?
I know there are horrible people that do horrible things everywhere but it seems like a lot happens in South Korea for being such a small country.
I know right?
She is and speaks Korean, so she hears about and researches more Korean situations.
Lots of cultural trauma that permeates all throughout with many threats just a few doors down as well as within.
@LakinMae5 good point, thank you for that
Nah fr I pray for their citizens
having seen both seasons of Taxi Driver, I didn't know it was based off of a real story - thank you Stephanie for providing me the awareness!
SAME!! Didn’t know he was real! Scary
A lot of cases in Taxi Driver were based from true stories, even that "surgeon" who had been using a medical equipment salesman to perform surgeries
@@delilah28100 that's super scary...
The Burning Sun scandal was also in the drama Taxi SS 2
In S2, there's Burning Sun, the cult story was inspired by JMS and the human trafficking story was a real incident too. All their episodes are inspired by real life events fyi.
That man is sadisticly unhinged. What the actual hell. It makes me feel bad for those that cant quit their job to find a new one.
You know things are bad in North Korea, if people are actually looking forward to moving to South Korea. I mean, DAMN!
@@YochevedDesigns I believe that but most of the cases she talks about is south korea
@@YochevedDesigns this one and most of them are South Korea
@@Kim_moonyi1i think they mean that skorea are already bad but people from north are still willing to go it means north is worse
12 years in prison isn't going to rehabilitate this scum. What this guy needs is a Punisher style vigilante type of justice being handed to him.
The entire time I was just thinking about how much the employees didn’t deserve any of this. It’s really just gross how someone can find joy in the pain of others.
I lived in China from 2010 to 2012, during that time I went to SK twice for visa renewal purposes. Both times I was warned about not using public restrooms and to wear trousers or shorts when out. I thought it was a bit over the top, but nope, there was a camera in the toilet bowl in the airport restroom. I checked because my friends had warned me and it was tiny, but it was there. I notified security and they assured me it would be dealt with. I had no idea about the hotels though and now I'm worried there are videos of me out there :(
Oh god...that's horrifying
In the freaking toilet bowl?! Wow, that’s crazy. Were you able to go to the toilet after they removed it? Or could you use a different toilet?
When I visited Korea back in April, I was super vigilant about checking my hotel room and bathrooms for hidden cameras. But I'm no expert, so I may never know if I missed one and now there's personal footage of me floating around out there. It's a freaky thought.
You missed one I’m watching it now. You can have back for 10k.
@@majestictravler5717 haha yeah right very funny
مسخره😡@@majestictravler5717
Taxi Driver is by far the best K-drama I've ever watched. It was great that the show was based on true events and the actors were so talented in bringing each story to life. The show is definitely a voice against injustice. Looking forward to season 3.
Just want to correct Taxi Driver's synopsis, more than a vigilante group, they're a group that acts as a "rainbow" when all hope is lost. The taxi logo is basically a rainbow and they would only leave their "stickers/calling card" in places where people are likely to commit suicide because of hopelessness. Their revenge is also quite personal, they will act based on clients' wants, giving social justice was only incidental, their main goal is to give back what the client has lost.
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maybe a real taxi driver should come up in south Korea. the more i hear of what happens the more my desire to watch k drama lessens.. to imagine that what i am watching is actually not fiction? gosh.. its hard to now see it as entertainment.
Kpop and kdramas created this heavenly view of S. Korea in our head. But the more I hear about the reality beyond the fantasy, men it is hell there. I think their obsessive culture of respect for some one rich or older is beyond scary.
Seriously. I seems like a fun place to travel to but not a fun place to live in.
I knew it must be hell when I noticed suic*de lines in almost every drama and the rate at which their celebrities unalive themselves.Plus the bully stories and weak laws.
That's how I knew.I did a little research and I was shocked
@@y2m3e.45 Sadly that's the feeling I get from most of Asia or at least China, Japan, and Korea. Fun as an outside or visitor, but horrible for those who are born and raised there.
Rich, older and WHITE. Don't forget WHITE.
@@oliveoyl1802 👈 found the racist
Again, korea seems like a country with immense sympathy for the criminal rather than the victim
Yoooo I have been bingeing your channel. Girl, I am HOOKED! You are quite the storyteller. I appreciate your man coming through w/the commentary. I feel like I'm in the room w/yall kicking it. Love it here! More stories from Thailand please.
Her and her husband have like 3 channels each with millions of views per channel. Do you honestly honestly think that she will read this comment 😂😂😂
so? 😂 you sound miserable. God bless you. @@mrfunnynames1742
@@mrfunnynames1742rude
@@mrfunnynames1742dude no need to be so bitter she’s just leaving a sweet comment
@mrfunnynames1742 don't be a pelican mate. Acting a like a pork chop
As a victim of revenge porn, I am so appreciative of your anger regarding the harm caused by this group, Stephanie. The fact that the subjects of these videos (in large part women) are treated as fodder for profit and attention is truly deplorable and as much as I sympathize with the workers in this abusive environment, I think anyone who is aware of what kind of harm this causes to the victims should be shaken to the core that this is even going on. So glad this sad of excuse of a man was convicted but his pitiful sentence is aggravating to say the least. I hope more people who hear about instances like this realize what an absolute violation of people’s humanity this is. Revenge porn is far from a victimless crime and people who think that this is anything less than a deplorable act need to seriously assess their morals. Stephanie thank you so much for all of the amazing work you put into your content, this one got me particularly riled up but in general your videos are always so well composed and you are a joy to watch ❤
I'm really sorry that You experienced this, I hope You got justice and the shithead got punished.
omg ure so strong! I really hope u can heal from your past and staying strong for the future and I wish u all the best in life!! ❤ and I hope u get ur justice too
I was also a victim of revenge porn. I was a child. I am still really hard on myself. I feel a little Bit better when I am Hearing other peoples Stories.
@@n.m.3995 I am glad sharing my story can be somehow helpful to anyone, I also find it comforting to know I am not alone. I was also a minor at the time, so I can relate to you on that level. We are survivors and as much as that experience hurt me I do like to think I learned a lot from it in terms of what kind of people I surround myself with, and I am thriving now. I hope you are thriving as well, sending you lots of good thoughts ❤️ Thank you for sharing your story, I know that takes a lot of strength
How were you a victim of revenge porn?
The fact that ur planning a wedding and posting consistently on all ur channels we love you for that keep doing what you do it probably isn't the easiest thing but we love and support you ❤️❤️
Other channels??? I'm new here and am in love with her vids 😍
@@it-ke9od stupid comment, is not if 'she need' is if she want to.. or you think only woman should get married only if she thin?
@@it-ke9od That is not a very nice thing to say, she is most likely very stressed on wedding planning and posting on so many channels. Her weight should not concern you.
If you mean it in a different way, please try to word it so it doesn't seem like something bad
@@Tsuki17 yes 'Stephanie Soo' and 'MissMangoButt'
@@jazlynvee I'm just saying she needs to look her best in her wedding 👰 👗 🥻
The last part, "My life is not your porn".... I needed that last part so much!!! I keep asking myself if some abuse enablers is because culture. But I'm staring to see that it's not!!! Some people are just horrible! There is absolutely no excuse for someone to allow the abuse to keep going whether it's this kind of revenge videos, or a parent not standing up for their child, culture has nothing to do with it! And this video is opening my eyes to that truth. Thank you Rotten Mango team for your efforts in bringing this content out to us! It's so eye opening and healing 😔💜
You have me addicted to your channel… the narration is one of the best I've listened to. You paint a picture for your audience.
she’s just incredible isn’t she. the way she illustrates the stories isn’t only captivating but she really knows how to tap into the emotions of the story and make the watcher feel it too.
A strange country where people feel like they can get away with this stuff.
They feel that way because they do. Look at the sentencing, you get more for simple pickpocketing here in the UK than you get for SA over there. The trick is to down a few shots of alcohol before the police arrive. Apparently you’re not responsible for your actions if you’re drunk. Crazy.
Taxi Driver (both seasons) was hella freaking good - all of their episodes are inspired by real incidents, they even cast actors who looked like the actual culprit (the resemblance of Mr.Yang and his counter actor is so uncanny, it made huge headlines back then lol).
From Burning Sun, JMS, fake surgeons, human trafficking etc, as bizarre as it sounds and shown in the drama, it's all real life events. Highly suggest everyone to watch it, just so freaking goooddd!
I still cant get past that actor's portrayal. He gives me the creeps in whatever role. (Sorry Mr Baek)
fantastic show
Korea sounds like it’s in dire need of some bravery and rebelliousness. I love so many aspects of their culture, but this hell is enabled by people’s fear and complacency.
Needs the old French revolution spirit
Needs a new generation of activists and protestors to led strikes and walk-outs!
@@lizxu322that's what i was thinking..
Korea needs to get rid of their superficial aspects of work culture and reduce drinking as a way to relieve stress. Soju must be regulated
@@lizxu322were nearing there, trust me. :)
The hidden cameras stories in South Korea are bizarre! So wrong and criminals in so many ways. It changed my perspective of how nice S. Korea is. I don’t feel safe to traveling and staying at the Hotels in SK now. The government need to do something about this.
The citizens need to do something about this, or the government never will.
This is exactly my sentiments as well.
Korea was pictured out to be this kind of ideal place to fall inlove or just enjoy (as depicted in Korean melodramas that I've watched). But lately, I find the place unsafe for women. Also, some Koreans are racists towards their fellow Asians. They are racist towards us Filipinos.
@@kiragoldy4615 : 🫢🫢 That’s sad!
I always thought some Koreans were sadistic ever since I saw Odd Job in Goldfinger
@@kiragoldy4615 That was by design with use of soft power.
Hell, it took Korean (insert whatever country) to expose what goes on for Kpop trainees and idols. The interview on Vlad TV with Jay Park in particular
Concept of story aside, Stephanie is a really great story teller. The way she breaks down every single detail of this story, i was able to conceptualize the plot in my head and create a character in my mind based on what she's telling me as a viewer. I hope you get a Netflix series or episodes! I've been watching a lot of your videos, even when you were still doing the mukbang. My fiance and I are fascinated with the way you kinda like hypnotize us whenever you tell a story! Great job!
OMG the HAIR. I visited South Korea with my hair dyed green and I had random women come up to me asking "Why would you do that to yourself???" legitimately concerned. I can't imagine how employees felt having to do that among everything else!
Why would you do that
to yourself? From America.
The shaming of women doesn't just stop at adult activities filmed without their consent. Do you watch other true crimes? Watch how a male narrator frames a male killer; how he was so promising or good looking. How people around him thought he was this or that. Maybe it goes back into his past accomplishments too. Those same narrators when talking about a woman who committed crimes against a man? "She was evil. Nobody knew that a vicious stranger lurked behind that facade" and her past? here's all the bad things she ever did. Her failures. Speculation about her relationships.
💯no one talks about the one who disseminated the video and even filmed it WITHOUT CONSENT! It's a felony but it's fine when a guy does it.
I'm not saying your wrong, I'm just saying i watch a SHIT TON of true crime and they are all narrated the same way. "Their neighbors didnt think anything of them", "people thought they were weird but just chalked it up to awkwardness". I have never seen a change in narration based on the gender of the criminal.
Maybe you're just watching the wrong channels
@@saphiregood2550 i have... especially when it comes to killers like ted bundy, the narration always, always ensures to mention how attractive he was & how much ''potential'' he had. there's also endless articles written about ''the hottest serial killers'' or whatever, that are always about men, with lovely phrases like "wish he'd slash me open" next to a picture of the most average, or below-average, looking guy you ever did see.
i do think this issue is more common in mainstream media though, like traditional news outlets & licensed documentaries. i personally haven't noticed youtubers falling into this same pattern, but could be true as i don't know or watch every single true crime youtuber.
i think it's also notable that men are the only criminals i ever hear of amassing fan bases, like hoards of women writing to murderers & r*pists in prison, confessing their love to them, even marrying them. this just does not happen with women criminals the same way at all. i think it all ties into the ''i can fix him''/''he did a bad thing, but he's not a bad person'' narrative spun around men's crimes vs. the ''she's a psycho'' narrative that is often attached to women.
Name those narrators. So we don't give them views
Which narrators specifically? I’m curious
Taxi Driver also did the Burning Sun case, a more in depth take on it would be amazing. Many of the cases they did are so wild, love that show so much.
I think another youtuber did a video on that case.
@@chelseaopoku4203 I’ll check it out, thank you!
Is the Taxi driver on Netflix?
@@nangamsosiba9511 Not in the US. I watched it on Viki.
Ikr , eagerly waiting for season 3 now
I love how you are able to deliver and draw listeners in and break the story into different sections. Stephanie your voice is so soothing to listen. Such a good storyteller. Thanks for always highlighting different stories that sometimes get overlooked. I also recommend Taxi driver Season 1 to 3, it’s such an amazing series
Taxi Driver came out with season 3?
The irony of Korea being idolized and yet this type of incident.
Only delulu koreaboos idolize korea lol.
Nobody idolizes Korea believe me people just like kpop, k dramas there is nothing wrong with that other people fo there for study anyways these type of cases happens in literally Evey County is just that this case came forward
Unfortunately, people will say anything on the internet that they wouldn't say irl. I saw a video about a man getting sentenced to jail for murder (he beat and set his victim on fire) and people were saying horrific things and supporting THE MURDERER.
Stephanie, you're an amazing storyteller, thank you for what you do!
She REALLY IS! ♥
Amen!
Totally agree
she is brilliant--how she does this...? I cant imagine her brain!! Best presenter award
i just read flowers of fire by hawon jung and she writes about feminisim in south korea and how women are demandaing justice in south korea and they even talk about the spy cams as well and the whole ordeal is absulutley sickening but im so proud of the women who fight for their safety !! much love to the mangobutt team you guys are doing great!
I watched Taxi Driver horrified at the story arc based on this case convinced that there was no way this could be possible in the real world - nobody is that cruel and sadistic. I'm horrified and saddened listening to this story, it's literally giving me goosebumps. I hope labour laws can be strengthened to prevent this from happening to anybody else in any other workplace and that the perpetrators lose all the power they've amassed to feel like they can do this to people.
Yeah especially that scene where the CEO is whipping all the employees into a frenzy was just chilling, and it actually made me feel that this could really happen. Mass psychology really works like that.
I really like how you bring these largely unknown dark stories to life with so much passion and empathy. Good research. Subscribed.
The way I learn totally random stuff watching your vids is awesome. Thank you! You make the world a better place.
Thanks! Aloha n congrats on your engagement! Mahalo too!
taxi driver was such an eye opening and amazing drama, thank you steph for spreading awareness
Stephanie soo I just wish you knew how much you have helped me and other fans. I used to pray a lot to God that I would find someone that could distract me from every bad thing that is happening to me and that I could be happy after being sad . And then I found your channel. It has been quite some time now and I watch your videos regularly. I listen when I’m at home,walking to school, doing chores etc. they make me feel so good and can easily bring my mood up when I’m feeling down. Thanks a lot to you and your whole famil, you guys mean a lot to me. Hope you have an amazing wedding 💕
What a SICK man.
My heart goes out to all of the women that had their privacy invaded for these videos...
some men just don't have human decency
It is very sad
South Korea sounds like my idea of capitalist hell. I’m so sorry. This is unhinged.
They’re not capitalist they’re progressive left wing nationalism
@@loitaitoi9youre trolling, national socialism is what Hitler's party was called
@@loitaitoi9Imagine putting South Korea in the same sentence as ”progressive” and ”left wing”. You must be very confused, aren’t you
This is sad. All those people left traumatized. They should get restitution for treatment.
Omg I was in korea when this happened it was such a huge case and after that any sort of tyranny by a ceo or someone who’s at a higher level than another that did harassed employees were quickly exposed, also why the reactions towards the Korean air happening was so visceral too since that happened around the same time or soon after
In which year was the case
@@Omasje1 The Korean air case actually happened before like 2014 but it was highlighted again because of this case
And the same year that this case was released to the public, Korean air had another scandal with a water cup so that also brought up the 2014 case as well
This case was so gross and heartbreaking to hear. Obviously the CEO is despicable and should be stoned for it, my opinion on the employees is conflicting. Like they helped spread illegal content, ruining others lives, but they were also forced into it? It's a grey area I believe, because it's obvious the employees were definitely mistreated. I do genuinely feel bad for them, but ouch.
I'm conflicted too 😐
It's kinda like in a drug ring. The middlemen are often punished rven if they're forced into doing something but the main guy at the top doesn't have to face any consequences
You’re always covering stuff that nobody else is and I’m so happy for that.
I hope this helps someone out there. If you think there's a camera in your room, turn off all the lights and use your phone camera to try and record the whole room. If you see a red light or dot, it might be a camera. This is so sad but I hop this helps.
this made me so sad to hear and find out about this… i had no idea about this at all i’m from canada. 😭 i hope anyone ever in this position/situation knows that there is a way out and that people are here for you ❤
as an avid fan of taxi driver, I noticed that all the cases are inspired by real events in Korea. There were episodes where the cases are VERY similar to actual controversial cases that I'm high key concerned about the safety of the writer. Season 2 has an ep that reminds me so much of the Burning Sun scandal. But then again every episode starts with the disclaimer "This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, business, events and incidents that has a resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental." i guess that's the safety net.
The storyline is eerily similar to what happened at Burning Sun. Mention that evil man Seungri so he and his friends are forever associated with this scandal and they will not be accepted back into society.
You are correct that is the safety net. I thought only the Burning Sun was a real incident till I came across this channel.
I just found your channel and I am addicted to how you tell a story! You are so talented. I wish you were narrating my audible books.
A lot of people have never been to SK and it shows. Some people have this fantasy land of kpop and kdrama stars walking the streets and that everyone is so nice 💀😭 as a black woman who lived there for 2 and a half years, it’s not all that 😭
This is me. It's unbelievable sometimes
Stephanie I love hearing you tell us these crime, scandals, story you have a soothing calm voice and I love how you tell stories I hope you have a nice day
I love the way you tell stories. You are so full of compassion, hope and love for all people. I also really enjoy the fact that you tell stories from Asian countries, something we rarely hear about.
So greatful for you to be planning a wedding and still give us so much content. ❤ This story is crazy
Thanks!
Literally listening to this while I’m doing my work on evening shift and it makes my day so much better ❤ amazing job Stephanie!!
all of the cases from taxi driver are at least somewhat inspired by real events, which is sad but on the bright side the show's two seasons have done very well so far (and the third one is now on its way), which means that a lot of light is always shed on these issues. the producer and writers are aware of this, and even the cast have explained that they take their work seriously since the stories have impacted real victims and they hope people keep having conversations about social issues people experience everyday.
This is why I love Taxi Driver it’s exposing a lot of things that actually happens in Korea then and now to let the world know about it. I tell people all the time enjoy the drama but pay attention to what message and storyline of the drama/show because sooner or later either Stephanie or other TH-camrs who does this will tell everyone the story and that it actually happened in real life. It always hurt to hear these and thank you Stephanie and her fiancé for continuing to educating us on what’s really happen around the world not just Korea.
True, hate against women is so common that I find myself trying to find the hate comments on a female content creator on Instagram! And guess what I almost always find some stating the exact comments that she just quoted. If a women stays hidden they have a problem, if she is showing herself they have a problem, if she's breathing they have a problem. They just have a problem with everything we do as womens!
I worked for a global corporation, and one thing that stood out to me how throat cutting many of the Asian countries' business men and their practices were. I'm talking China, Japan, Taiwan, Korea, Vietnam, India; they all had the "fight each other and win" in their business culture. No country, other than China and Singapore allowed women to come on business trips to the US. Women from China were seen but never heard, they barely spoke when spoken to. Women from Singapore were in higher positions and could freely conduct themselves with colleagues from all over the world. Singapore business culture was much more civil and Western than the other countries from Asia.
Interpol should hold Korean officials responsible for allowing all that crime to happen
Honestly I’m so happy you are here, you help me so much with your videos ❤️❤️
My initial reaction is that I'd never stay in a workplace like that. But you did well describing the powerlessness of employees in St. Korea. I'm so lucky in Aus and wish the best for all the victims.
‘Taxi driver’ is literally one of my favorite things rn, I am sooo excited to watch this video!!!
This is sickening. I cannot imagine the horror this poor man has experienced. This story is wild.
1:04:01 when I heard these sentences it reminded me of a pic I saw on Pinterest where it says “educate our sons” instead of protecting our daughters because no matter how much you try to protect your daughter you can’t always be there to protect them if there are men like that out there so the best way is to educate your sons to respect women.
I cant wait for more cases!! These are told so well that I want to keep on watching them forever!
Im literally so happy you're covering something from Taxi Driver!! It's literally my fave kdrama ever! It'd be so cool if you covered more stories that inspired the drama!
I can literally listen to you everyday, you are such a true storyteller
Im an addict to this channel i listen to her channel for hours at a time. Amazing story teller. She takes you on a rollercoaster of emotion and edge of your seat anticipation!!!! I love her
Why all the cases in Korea are so ... disgusting? I am from Mexico, I can recognize abuse, injustice, and more, from miles away, but that came from our polititian and police forces, not the common people, but Korea's cases always surprise me :(
Yes . Most of the unbelievable and disgusting and gut wrenching stories are somehow from korea .scary
Yes, Mexico is such a paradise compare to South Korea isn't it..
@sltx5678 I'm American and compared to South Korea justice system. Our justice system is a paradise despite it being two-teired also.
@@anaabiyaait’s weird also that korea is known for their politeness but yet these bizarre and horrid cases happen there!
No wonder all the cruelness in North Korea too. Similiar culture in Japan, China and other of those eastasian countries. But also in other dangerous cultures. I am norwegian and are sicken by all those cruel, sick violant , crazy stories. I am happy I live in Norway
I was initially thinking it’s only bullying and work peer pressure but there’s lot more scarier things happening there I can’t imagine being a parent or woman how anyone can survive this kind of criticism and it’s not only South Korea it happens everywhere just it doesn’t get exposed and freaking people with power go to extreme lengths to get what they want it’s sickening 😢 lot of strength to you girl.. I hope you and your child are safe 😢❤ this was for R
omg taxi driver is my absolute fave tysm qween
This reinforced my decision not to work in South Korea (with all respect, but I have heard other horror stories and this one had gone right to the top of the list). After I finished my TEFL training in Australia, I was initially looking at English teaching jobs in South Korea ( without knowing anything about Korean culture, history or society at the time - this is back in 2018!) After reviewing other jobs in China and Japan, I then accepted an English teaching job in Osaka ( and where I stumbled upon Kdramas on Netflix including 'Taxi Driver' that I continue to binge watch to this very day in 2023), however I was only there for 6 months.
I'm not going to bash or compare different countries in East Asia, but I did struggle with working/teaching in Japan - not many days off, no annual leave for the 1st 6 months of the contract... like wt...? and my salary earnings were inconsistent. So one month, I'd get the equivalent of $1000 and the following month it could decrease to $700/$800 ( which is already very low and not a practical way to earn money in order to save up with the aim of wanting to explore the country!) However, it wasn't outrageous, but not a very flexible way to live. On the positive note, I did meet a lot of good people and a really kind Japanese colleague went out of her way and took me to Kyoto/Arashiyama for the day!
Coming back to this video, I hope all the employees who were abused and traumatised by this vile, demonic CEO, get the justice and closure they deserve. As for the evil CEO, I wonder what he would do if he got a taste of the same vile, abusive 'treatment' that he inflicted on others...??? I'm all for getting justice from the police and legal court systems, but when those same systems repeatedly fail and dismiss the ordinary, the vulnerable and the weak, I guess it only makes sense to resort to the services from a 'taxi driver' 😔🤔
Thanks for sharing your story, it was interesting to know about other country work culture
12 years?! bro he almost killed a guy he needs more jail time
I became aneven bigger fan of taxi-driver because I noticed how episodes were about some South Korean cases that I knew about (some thst I even heard about from this channel)…love the show and that it’s shedding light on really disgusting crimes 👏🏾
Ugh this is so disgusting. You’re totally right that this is a huge issue everywhere 😡
Where? Where else? When was the last time you saw media coverage of upskirting or the widespread hiding of cameras in hotels and public bathrooms in any other part of the world? When have you heard that visitors to South, North America, Europe and Africa have to check for hidden cameras in the lotion or showers in their hotel rooms? The randomising of the behaviour is part of why the problem has not been dealt with at the root. Why are women seen and treated like animals in these countries? What is the culture that everyone knows you willing work in a company such as We Disk and yet, you are not ostracised?
There is a problem in the culture. The same type of cavalier attitude to human suffering that contributed to the ferry disaster.
Waving it away with 'this happens everywhere' is just irresponsible.
Okay then, where else does it happen?
I recently discovered this channel and I’m OBSESSED. Keep up the good work
I might be wrong for thinking this way, but there has to be a limit on wealth. These people have so much money, the ability to do all the things they desire. And it’s as if none of that is fun anymore, they’ll do unspeakable things to achieve any kind of pleasure. It’s disgusting.
The first case in Taxi Driver 2 is similar to a case that is going on with tourists or job seekers who applied online and was promised jobs in Thailand but then they were held and forced to go work as online scammers in Myanmar.They were being tortured whenever they refused to do whatever they are told to do so.
I love how much hard work she puts in to all her videos to make us happy and post almost everyday she never fails us and works so hard to make videos for us to watch and enjoy.
i watched taxi driver thinking that whoever wrote it had creative ideas but the cases were based on true stories!!! the writer of taxi driver has my respect. this is unbelievable
First of all, I LOVE your channel!!! You have a gift!!! This CEO is a real trip. I remember a friend of mine having a revenge video problem because of her ex and she paid for it dearly then she moved here to get away. Sad. I’m glad to see people standing up to the problem and hope they continue to call for change.
Third, I love the Taxidriver series!!!! We need hero’s like them!!! The best!!! Season 3🎉 can’t wait!!!
I remember watching Taxi Driver and thinking like this can't be real and to find out now that it's inspired by true stories is really insane
The part about burying dolls with fingernail clipping is not Shamanism. Thats black magic. And any Shamans who do black magic often always will recieve a consequence or punishment in their life.
This reminds me of a similar story (the first one) in Chile. Some high up people bullied his employee, it was insane, just horrible.
I hope one day you can make more stories from latino countries, I just love your videos so much!!!
Thank u for the video Steph!!
nobody does it so good like y!!
Thank you for working so hard, Stephanie ❤
She has researchers, editors, script writers etc. Its an entire team.....
So god damn happy I found your channel. I love true crime and the random cases you cover are hella fun to listen to!
Thank goodness I have had a full working career in the UK. The BBC recently did a documentary with Stacy Dooley as presenter and that covered Molka in Sth Korea and the lives that were ruined by it. Young women committing suicide by the revenge and hidden cameras. In one scene they went into a respected well known hotel and scanned the room for hidden cameras, they found over 30!!! Sth Korea is such a new country with outdated ideals of what a woman is! How hard it is for a woman to get justice when it comes to any form of sexual exploitation. I appreciate that this is a global crime. In Asia I do believe that it's worse sorry, "Evil prevails when good men do nothing". I now of the case which was in the UK and her boyfriend went to prison. Oh he was cocky but now is eating porridge for breakfast. She decided to name and shame him, very brave and she was very well supported. No he was not supported in fact he is loathed. He has a small fan club but nothing else.
Like the working life in South Korea sounds like a nightmare, jeez 😢 you have to respect your seniors and ignore their misbehaving/harassment/assault because otherwise they’ll fire you and your life is ruined, but if you stay in a company like that your life is miserable and therefore, also ruined, like wtf
Every episode is so interesting and it’s not just the stories it’s the way you deliver them thank you so much! Another great episode!
I don't think I could put up with SK work culture. Unpaid work dinners are hell on earth and there's no way I'm participating in them that often without becoming unhinged. And harassment, stalking, animal abuse, assault? No thank you.
I watched taxi driver from season one and this particular case shocked me, I had encounter with narcissistic boss but not as narcissist as this boss (at least that old boss of mine only demanding praise from the employees and not beating up any of us the employees). the 2nd season's story is kind of more or less the case that Stephanie covered two weeks ago, about this secret billionaire who run a cult where criminals and corruptors politicians and businessmen were his member. and in the story, one of the cult members is the owner of a big artist agency and another one is the owner of a big club the Black Sun. and this case is eerily similar to the burning sun scandal (even the singer's name in those episodes is Victor which translated as Seungrija in Korean). the Kdrama Taxi driver is confirmed to have a 3rd season soon.
I’m sure some stayed willingly bc of the amount of money BUT I have a feeling that quitting wasn’t an option. Even trying to report anything anonymously would be frightening. They’d be aware that so many people were already being paid and those that weren’t on the “payroll” were likely willing to be. Also, he was clearly able to find people that posted anonymously so even leaking info to the public wasn’t something someone could do.
I am ADDICTED to your channel. I just found it not so long ago, and I leave your channel up on my biggest monitor while I play video games on my main monitor, and I am just FLOORED by the amount of stories I have NOT heard.
I literally just finished taxi driver and this story was one of the most messed up stories there, to think that it was even based on a true story was really shocking. And true, while I was watching the kdrama, these people with weird colored hairs knowing it was in an office setting was so off to me. So sad to think that most of the stories there were based on a true story 🤧
Thank you. Taxi Driver, I totally loved both seasons. I didn't know all of them were based on true stories. The episode you are talking about it was really weird. Well done.