#The Lost 30 Years

[cosmosbeelover]

The Lost 30 Years - Seol Woon-do/ Jin Bo-ra/ Na Hoon-a, etc. (잃어버린 30년 - 설운도/ 진보라/ 나훈아 등) - Episode 11/35 (Pt. 5)

This document constitutes the fifth segment of the Korean album 'The Lost 30 Years,' featuring notable artists such as Seol Woon-do, Jin Bo-ra, and Na Hoon-a. It will examine the broadcast schedule over the 34 days of transmission, the technologies employed in broadcasting, and additional relevant topics. For a thorough understanding, readers are encouraged to consult part one, which outlines the album's context, the background of the broadcast, program planning, and content, along with parts two and three that provide an in-depth analysis of the broadcast itself. The live broadcast initiated on June 30, 1983, followed by an emergency broadcast relay from July 1 to July 10, 1983, and resumed regular programming from July 15, 1983, until November 14, 1983.

Aside

Significant occurrences took place during KBS's Live Special Broadcast and continued in subsequent years, extending into the 21st century.

A notable instance in the history of KBS broadcasting that justifies the license fee is this particular program. During that period, KBS garnered a reputation for financial mismanagement, characterized by the coercive collection of license fees and reliance on advertisements. Their news coverage often favoured the regime, and many of their shows were criticized for imitating American and Japanese formats. While the issue of program plagiarism was primarily recognized by residents in areas like Busan and Ulsan, where Japanese broadcasts were accessible, it did receive some media attention. KBS1 was engaged in broadcasting advertisements at that time, although no separate advertisements were scheduled for this specific program. The only advertisement aired was during the inaugural episode on June 30, 1983. Throughout the five-day live broadcast and subsequent episodes, regional announcers made concerted efforts to feature as many local participants as possible, often leaving little time for music or advertisements. This led to a situation where Seol Woon-do (설운도) became a prominent figure associated with KBS, as the main camera continuously focused on the audience, capturing the enthusiasm of attendees eager to be seen on screen.

As three decades have elapsed since the armistice led to the division of families, many individuals who were children during that period have since established their own families. Nevertheless, the footage reveals these children, now adults, gazing vacantly at their parents and parental figures—uncles and aunts—who are embracing and celebrating together, seemingly frozen in a moment of innocence, unaware of the complexities surrounding them.

Numerous celebrities have experienced family separations, often highlighted in television programs dedicated to reuniting such families. During a search for her family, actress Kim Hae-sook (김해숙) was accompanied by her mother for an interview. Actor Kim In-moon (김인문) was filmed making a phone call to inquire about his family. Singer Kim Soo-hee (김수희) was featured on a program singing while holding a sign requesting information about her maternal uncle, whom she reportedly located in Japan via the embassy in 1976. Comedian Eom Yong-su (엄용수), now the president of the KBS Comedians Association, shared his experience during a special broadcast celebrating the 30th anniversary, recalling how he sought his older sister while his family members took turns monitoring the broadcasting station around the clock, fearing she might come looking for him.

In a poll carried out by Korea Gallup in October 1983, it was found that 53.9% of the 1,450 randomly selected households across the nation reported watching the program until 1 a.m. Additionally, 88.8% of respondents indicated that they had cried while viewing the program.

Heo Nam-gil (허남길), a reporter at the news centre during that period, reflected on the dedication of the staff, stating that everyone exerted considerable effort to maintain seamless broadcasts and meetings. Despite the continuous nature of the broadcasts, the production team faced a shortage of personnel, leading camera operators to manage their nosebleeds while on air.

Citizens actively engaged in efforts to reunite families that had been separated. Many individuals seeking to locate their loved ones congregated in Yeouido, the site of the KBS headquarters. By the third day of the broadcast, volunteers, including students and homemakers, began offering assistance by providing guidance, medical care, and helping others complete applications. Various companies contributed by supplying televisions, portable toilets, and public telephones, while numerous individuals donated items such as train tickets, bottled water, bread, and fans.

Following the government's formal resolution to initiate a nationwide movement aimed at reuniting separated families, akin to the Saemaul Movement, the Railway Administration, then a government entity, established branch offices. These offices were tasked with offering complimentary tickets and assistance with boarding procedures for those families who had located their relatives or were traveling to Seoul in search of them.

Numerous instances emerged where reunions led to subsequent separations. When families with comparable socioeconomic backgrounds or living conditions reunited, they often managed to sustain their relationships to a degree. However, situations became more complicated when a family member remarried or experienced severe financial hardship, exacerbating existing familial issues and ultimately resulting in further breakups. This phenomenon exemplifies the profound tragedies brought by war.

Director Im Kwon-taek's (임권택) film 'Gilsotteum' has garnered significant attention for its nuanced portrayal of the repercussions faced by families reuniting after separation. The film features authentic footage of Yeouido Plaza, where the characters Shin Seong-il (신성일) and Kim Ji-mi (김지미) meet, providing viewers with a vivid representation of the emotional journey involved in reconnecting with estranged family members. The complete film is available for viewing on the Korean Film Archive's YouTube channel.

Certain scenes from the past may appear surprising by contemporary standards, such as the public admiration for Chun Doo-hwan (전두환) and the open disclosure of personal addresses and phone numbers during broadcasts. This era predated the Personal Information Protection Act and the Internet, which limited the ability to access personal data. Future generations may question the appropriateness of such practices, reflecting a significant shift in societal norms regarding privacy. Additionally, the practice of providing detailed area codes and numbers, such as "□□-gun, ○○-myeon, 000-beon," may be difficult for today's audience to comprehend. At that time, only major urban centers had electronic switching systems, while smaller towns relied on manual methods for telephone exchanges. Consequently, a closing remark in the program expressed gratitude to the Telecommunications Corporation staff for their efforts in facilitating the broadcast, highlighting the technological limitations of the period.

Despite the conclusion of the live broadcast in mid-November, individuals continued to gather in search of their estranged family members, leading to the prolonged existence of the 'Meeting Square' in Yeouido Square, which reportedly remained operational until the summer of 1984. This phenomenon is also depicted as a significant theme in the 1983 film "The Last Time I Saw Him, Heungnam," which narrates the evacuation from Heungnam in its first half and the quest for reunited families in the latter half. Additionally, this topic was featured in episode 38 of the MBC drama "Park Soon-kyung (박순경)," (Video Below) aired on July 28, 1983. The ongoing efforts to reconnect families highlight the enduring impact of separation and the societal need for reconciliation during that period.

In the 2014 South Korean film "Ode to My Father," featuring Hwang Jung-min (황정민), Kim Yun-jin (김윤진), and Oh Dal-su (오달수), the narrative revolves around the quest to reunite with a father and younger sister who were lost during the Hungnam Evacuation, a storyline inspired by a live broadcast. This particular scene has also been humorously referenced in SNL Korea. In the film, the audience displays large white placards, yet the actual signs, crafted with magic markers on beige or light green cardboard, are notably smaller, resembling sketchbooks. These authentic placards are preserved at the National Museum of Korean History in Gwanghwamun, where the marker writing has significantly faded over nearly four decades. Observing these signs post-broadcast reveals a stark contrast in the physical stature of Koreans from that era compared to the 21st century, reflecting the socioeconomic changes that have occurred. The elderly individuals depicted in the broadcast appear to have their shoulders obscured by these modest-sized signs, which also exhibit similar fonts, numerous typographical errors, and correction marks, indicative of the staff's efforts to compile information from families seeking reunification.

Seol Woon-do's (설운도) "Lost 30 Years," as detailed in the accompanying song section, rapidly achieved hit status and was recognized by the Guinness World Records for becoming a hit in the shortest duration following its release.

On July 30, 1983, a special feature of the '100 Minute Show' was held at Jangchung Gymnasium to commemorate the 3,000th reunion of separated families. The event, titled 'Lost 30 Years, Regained 30 Years', invited both separated family reunion families and non-separated families. Popular singers such as Kim Soo-hee (김수희), Kim Yeon-ja (김연자), Lee Eun-ha (이은하), and Cho Yong-pil (조용필) performed, and veteran singer Hyun In (현인) sang trot songs. When the songs 'Danjang's Mia-ri Pass' and 'Be Strong, Geum-soon-ah', which captured the spirit of the times, were sung, an audience member who appeared to be a separated family member could be seen sobbing. During the program, announcers Lee Ji-yeon (이지연) and Hwang In-woo (황인우) interviewed separated family reunion families, including siblings Heo Hyeon-cheol (허현철) and Heo Hyeon-ok (허현옥). Part 1 & 2 videos below

The subsequent project, titled 'Searching for Family in Sakhalin,' aired in January 1990 as a special segment of KBS's 9 o'clock news, hosted by anchor Park Sung-beom. This live broadcast was conducted from three distinct locations: the Soviet Sakhalin Broadcasting Station, KBS's Seoul Headquarters, and the Daegu General Office. The repercussions of this live event were later explored in the KBS 1TV special drama 'Time and Tears,' which premiered on June 25, 1992.

KBS produces programs that reflect on the cultural significance of Chuseok and Seollal. On May 1, 2013, KBS 2TV's "Leisurely" marked its 30th anniversary with a special broadcast featuring former hosts MCs Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon, along with frequently invited guests Heo Hyeon-cheol and Heo Hyeon-ok. Notably, the current recording studio for "Leisurely" is situated in the KBS main studio open hall, the same venue that hosted the live broadcast for the search for separated families three decades prior. The latest installment, "Chuseok Special: The River of Meeting Flows," aired on KBS1 on September 25, 2015, showcasing a live event at KBS Plaza, where restored posters from the original family search were displayed. This program included families who had reunited as well as those who had not, with most participants being in their 80s and 90s.

On March 2, 2023, KBS aired a special program to commemorate the 40th anniversary of this significant broadcast. Additionally, this event is referenced in the East Asian history textbook published in 2017, highlighting its importance in the cultural and historical narrative of the region. The ongoing engagement with themes of family and reunion underscores the enduring impact of these broadcasts on Korean society.

In 2019, KBS organized a notable exhibition entitled “Searching for Separated Families.” This event highlighted materials associated with the “KBS Special Live Broadcast, Searching for Separated Families,” which aired for 138 consecutive days starting in June 1983 and is recognized as a UNESCO Memory of the World. The exhibition featured not only the original broadcast tapes but also posters and storyboards related to the separated families, alongside photographs taken during the event, all displayed at KBS in Yeouido. Additionally, the exhibition was discussed in KBS1's History Journal That Day on March 2, 2021. In an interview, the original author, Woo-young Lee, expressed his intention to incorporate the character Lee Gi-man from the Black Rubber Shoes comic as a significant aspect of the project, alongside the theme of Finding Separated Families. Unfortunately, this vision could not be realized due to the passing of Woo-young Lee.

On February 21, 2023, a special program (above) was aired to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the current affairs planning window, focusing on the theme of separated families. Subsequently, on March 2, 2023 (below), Morning Plaza also featured a special broadcast celebrating this significant milestone. Additionally, KBS News 9 dedicated a segment on June 30, 2023, to honour the 40th anniversary with a brief special feature.

Yoo Cheol-jong, the host of the program Finding Separated Families, was 50 years old at the time of the anniversary and later shared his status in 2019 when he was 86. Announcer Lee Ji-yeon garnered attention for her request to Jinpum Myeongpum to evaluate a manuscript she had fortuitously found while cleaning her home, which was used in the broadcast production. Given that the broadcast material is recognized as World Documentary Heritage, the potential for the manuscript's appraisal to achieve similar status raises its significance. Veteran singer Kwak Soon-ok, who performed the theme song "Who Doesn't Know This Person," reflecting the grief of separated families, passed away at the age of 91 on September 12, 2023.

Finding separated families overseas

Numerous broadcasts have highlighted the experiences of separated families across the globe. Historical instances include the separation of families in Western Europe during World War II and the dislocation caused by poverty in the United States during the Great Depression. The television program 'Unsolved Mysteries,' which aired for two decades in the United States, exemplified this theme. Blending elements of investigative journalism and human interest stories, the show not only focused on wanted criminals and unresolved cases but also featured segments dedicated to reuniting lost family members, lovers, and friends. Many episodes specifically addressed the search for biological families separated by these significant historical events.

In contemporary Western societies, such as the United States and the United Kingdom, the prevalence of adoption and divorce has led to a growing number of individuals seeking to reconnect with their biological families. This phenomenon underscores a universal human inclination towards understanding one's lineage and heritage. The desire to trace one's roots is a common thread that transcends cultural boundaries, reflecting a deep-seated need for connection and identity among individuals separated from their familial origins.

'Long Lost Family' is a television program that originated in the UK and has been adapted in various countries, including the United States, Norway, Finland, and Australia.

A French broadcast titled "Y a que la vérité qui compte," which translates to "The only thing that matters is the truth," focuses on a woman's quest to reunite with her biological mother after being separated from her at a young age. The video highlights her emotional journey and the significance of truth in the search for familial connections.

External Links

KBS <Finding Separated Families> Official Website

KBS official YouTube channel with footage from that time - The KBS Archive Channel, which initially focused solely on videos related to reuniting separated families, underwent a transformation in 2019, rebranding itself as 'KBS Archive: Old TV.' This revamped channel now features a broader array of archival content, including videos preserved by KBS as well as those contributed by viewers.

Channels uploaded with English subtitles for overseas Koreans -A highlight video of the reunion is currently being uploaded. In addition to the footage of reunited families, other videos pertaining to the Korean War and the experiences of separated families are also being shared.

Live broadcast of finding separated families 30 years later, the protagonists of memories - A unique live transmission celebrating the designation of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

KBS Finding Separated Families YouTube Playlist

UNESCO Homepage

UNESCO Korean National Commission website

[astrolotte]

Stupid episode idea where RIGHT after Timmy gets his memories back and reunites with Cosmo & Wanda (but not Peri), he and Dev get stranded together in Fairy World. Dev wants to get back to his fairy rather than hang around this stranger, and Timmy wants to meet up with his brother, but the thing is...

Dev keeps talking about getting back to "Peri". Timmy keeps talking about reuniting with "Poof". Neither of them realize that they're talking about the same person, and both keep trying to INSIST that their Person is more important to find first, and they can meet the other afterward.

Upon Peri finding out about this, he just. stares. You can see the years subtracting from his immortal life. Sigh.

[inkyrainstorms]

I can’t believe I’ve never seen anyone mention that Fords college counselor told him multiple times, point blank, to ‘seek therapy’ OH MY GOSH. This man 😭😭 his issues have issues and keep ignoring the help that the people around him try to give him bc he believes he needs to do stuff on his own. The foreshadowing is wild. Stanley, the college counselor, and Fiddleford, all of them trying to reach this man and tell him it’s okay to ask for help.

I hope he and Stanley both got the therapy they needed post-Weirdmaggedon. Or at least talked through their issues like function (semi functional) people

[nellasbookplanet]

Okay but I'm going a bit insane about the growing disconnect of "maybe we're meant to harness it"/"maybe we're meant to fight it". They both thought they were on the same page when they said it, when actually they were on polar opposite ends of the same spectrum. Imogen meant "I never plan to give in to this power even if part of me wants to, I will continue fighting it, but it’s a comfort knowing there’s someone who understands the temptation and who I know won't judge and will still love me and understand if I ultimately fail and give in". Meanwhile to Laudna it meant "I've been in this struggle for longer than I can remember and I don’t know if I can do it much longer. I don’t know if I want to. I don’t know if I even should, or if giving in would be better for all of us because I'm a lost cause. You understand this about me and won't judge as I inevitably am doomed by the narrative, and you won't demand of me that I fight an inherent part of myself, even if it’s destroying me". And Imogen is finally catching on to this disconnect, is realizing that to Laudna their connection isn’t just understanding but an excuse, not too different from Lilliana. And, desperate of losing Laudna to power just like she did her mother, she says, 'if you let me go, I'm gone', meanwhile Laudna is going 'all I can do for you is die and let you go to lift you up' and both of them are going 'why are you so upset about this. i love you'.

[phantomrev]

Morro is an old fart

For funnies

[let-them-fight]

the second biggest lost song was found today. how so?

[theunconcernedembalmer]

Purple sop purple sop purple so

[impromptu-sketches]

𝔹𝕃 𝟚𝟘𝟚𝟜 ✦ 𝕎ℝ𝔸ℙ-𝕌ℙ

happy new year!! ✨ °˖✧🥂✧˖° ✨

I enjoyed so much BL this year ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝ thank you to all of the authors, artists, & creators for your hard work and dedication. I promise every little detail you include we see and appreciate ♡♡

For all of the BL stories I’ve read this past year, I have a winner in 13 categories and 5 overall 2024 winners.

Enjoy!

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✰ FUNNIEST

And the nominees are…

Punch Drunk Love (2023 winner)

Killer Crush (2022 winner)

Sekai-ichi Hatsukoi / The World's Greatest First Love: The Case of Ritsu Onodera

Lucky Paradise

Happy Crappy Life

And the winner is…

LUCKY PARADISE

I re-read this one this year and despite some emotional moments in the series, I laugh out loud every single chapter!! This one has ~layers~ to it, it hits so many different types of humor for me. Ho-in and Woojin are absolute clowns (bffs ♡) and Chunwoo is always so deadpan... I love them so much ٩( ᗒᗨᗕ )۶ Idc how many side chapters there are, I'll be reading them all ♡

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✰ MOST INTRIGUING

And the nominees are…

Night Fragments

Gig of the Day

Liveta

Dawn of the Dragon

Scent and Sensibility

And the winner is…

LIVETA

Ahhhhhh ♡ I love Liveta ♡ Despite this one being ongoing since 2021 and being on hiatus a lot of this year, when it comes back -and honestly every single chapter- I'm pulled into this unique world all over again.

I'll definitely be re-reading this series before it ends. I feel like it's one of those where we don't register certain information the first time or understand the meaning of things, like the side characters, characters' history or traumas, context as to what happened when. I've already re-read it twice? three times? and I feel like there's more I missed! I love the complex characters, the inner & outer conflicts, I love the overall tone and balance of soft and dark scenes. This author can do it all!

We're on chapter 76 and I want to see so much more of their world and their stories. I can't wait to keep reading and I hope we still have a long way to go ♡

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✰ BEST SEX SCENES

And the nominees are…

Coyote (2023 winner)

Honey Bear

4 Week Lovers

Pearl Boy

The Ghost's Nocturne

And the winner is…

HONEY BEAR

A very difficult choice... but this year specifically I was drooling over the spicy scenes in Honey Bear ʕ >ᴥ<ʔ

After that amazing author's note at the end of season 1, I knew. (If you haven't read the author's note, please do! These creators are hilarious, I love them so much ♡♡) They teased us a bit in the beginning and then fed us so well!! We got the BAKERY scene! And then they topped that ;) with the dom/sub scene - THE FREAKING BREATHE PLAY!!!! The hot springs scene... literally every single sex scene \(0_0)/

I love when the bottom is so horny, enthusiastic, and desperate for their (future) bf!! And what makes it even better is that they're so cute together and so sweet to each other ♡♡ I love them so much ♡♡

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✰ FAVORITE FLUFF

And the nominees are…

Our Sunny Days

Boyfriends

To the Stars and Back

Sasaki and Miyano

Hirano and Kagiura

And the winner is…

SASASKI AND MIYANO

THE SLOW BURN IS KILLING ME!! I really just melt reading about these two ♡ they're so soft and sweet to each other ♡ I'm obsessed ♡

I want to see them continue to grow on their own and together, I want to see them bond over more BL (specifially I want Sasaki fudanshi moments haha), I want to see more of them happy and in love, and seeing each other's family & friends. I want them to go on a double date with Hirano and Kagiura hahaha ٩(ˊᗜˋ*)و

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✰ FAVORITE BOTTOM

And the nominees are…

Park Seon-Woo | Punch Drunk Love (2023 winner)

Victor Luna | Liveta (2021 winner)

Shin | Shutline

Yeomin | Gig of the Day

Dohu | Between the Lines

And the winner is…

YEOMIN | GIG OF THE DAY

Yeomin!! Oh my god, he's so cute!!

The thing I love about Yeomin is that his character is set up as a stereotypical bottom we see often where he's poor, in debt, has no family/the family he does have is awful and takes advantage of him, and he must work hard just to survive. But unlike other characters, Yeomin is outgoing, cheerful, and surprisingly positive. Even after scary moments, he bounces back pretty fast. We see him smiling a lot with friends, and of course, with Tae-seo.

One of my favorite parts in the beginning of the story that made me fall for this little cutie was when Tae-seo took him out to eat for the first time and Yeomin talked his ear off about school, and other random things in his life (,,>﹏<,,) he's so precious we must protect him (งᓀ‸ᓂ)ง Tae-seo, you better step up and be nice. (I trust this author to do him right ♡)

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✰ FAVORITE TOP

And the nominees are…

Juwon | High Clear

Minwoo | Topsy Turvy

Dooshik | Pearl Boy

Kahyeok | Killer Crush

Jae-hee | 4 Week Lovers

And the winner is…

DOOSHIK | PEARL BOY

I love Dooshik so much ♡ always have, always will. This year he's been suffering... as have I while reading Pearl Boy... but I hope he gets his happy ending ♡

I want to see him carefree dancing in the club again ♡ I want to see him being silly and dorky and singing in the car with Jooha ♡ I want to see him being submissive (haha, just me? I liked seeing him cry tho)

The way this man hasn't wavered one bit and tried to be so strong for Jooha ♡o(╥﹏╥)o♡ he deserves all of the happiness.

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✰ FAVORITE COUPLE

And the nominees are…

Dooshik & Jooha | Pearl Boy (2021, 2022, & 2023 winner)

Skylar & Cirrus | Lost in the Cloud

Sasaki & Miyano | Sasaki and Miyano

Taeman & Kahyeok | Killer Crush

Suyong & Jaehyun | Topsy Turvy

And the winner is…

DOOSHIK & JOOHA | PEARL BOY

4th year in a row ♡♡ I JUST LOVE THEM YOUR HONOR!!!

。゜゜(´Ｏ`) ゜゜。I love them both so much - as individual characters and especially together ♡♡ The way they've both had their own and intertwined character development that continues even now, the way they're so ride-or-die serious about each other but also silly stupid in love. They really saw each other at their lowest rock-bottom moment in life and said... 'yup, he's mine'

I don't know how much longer we have left of their story but I hope we get to see them going about their new life together ♡♡

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✰ FAVORITE SIDE COUPLE

And the nominees are…

Sys & Randolph | King's Maker: Triple Crown

Ichikawa & Kikuchihara | Twilight Out of Focus

Minwoo & Norman | Topsy Turvy

Seolho & Hyunshik/boss | Killer Crush

Mi-Rye & Kyungbin | Merry Marbling

And the winner is…

MI-RYE & KYUNBIN | MERRY MARBLING

I don't even know where to start with these two... this author really fleshes out their characters and these two are no exception. It's so interesting to see them from their first interactions together up until now. They're so high school shy silly cute!! The time when Mi-Rye secretly followed Kyungbin to his away practice camp thing (˃ ▿ ˂) Mi-Rye is a fool for him HAHA

One thing I'm dying to know even though we may never find out... is who's top and who's the bottom!! I can't figure these two out. If it was up to me, I would definitely make them vers, pretty equally. That's how I see them right now anyway.

Looking forward to reading more of their story ♡♡

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✰ COUPLE I MOST WANT TO BE IN A THROUPLE WITH

And the nominees are…

Karlyle & Ash | Define the Relationship (2023 winner)

Ye-gyum & Jooin | Lovesick Dog

Taeman & Kahyeok | Killer Crush

Deisel & Ein | Wolf in the House: Nightfall

Joowon & Aiden | Bend over Backwards

And the winner is…

YE-GYUM & JOOIN | LOVESICK DOG

Them ゜・。。・゜゜・。。・゜♡

First, they're so cute and domestic ♡♡ can't beat being lazy at home together. Another couple who are so sweet to each other and care about each other so much ♡♡

Second, the switch vibes are immaculate. They don't actually switch :/ sadly, because I know this author has done that in their past work, but there are side chapters coming out! So maybe there's hope?

Regardless, I've loved these two from the beginning and I would be so happy in this relationship ♡

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✰ FAVORITE MAIN CHARACTER

And the nominees are…

Taeman | Killers Crush (2023 winner)

Park Seon-Woo | Punch Drunk Love

Shin | Shutline

Juwon | High Clear

Yeomin | Gig of the Day

And the winner is…

SHIN | SHUTLINE

I love all of these characters so much (>ω<) but Shin... he just cracks me up. Tough-guy mechanic, smarter than he looks, vers king, self-proclaimed lowlife, and in too deep... I mean, he recognized Jake from his -footsteps- alone. He's so funny without even trying. And these overalls (●//▽//●) finally we get to see him in sexy overalls!!

I love Shin's smile ♡ I hope we get to see more of him smiling ♡

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✰ FAVORITE SIDE CHARACTER

And the nominees are…

Sys | King's Maker: Triple Crown (2023 winner)

Seolho | Killer Crush

Woojin | Lucky Paradise

"the kid" | Our Sunny Days

Kyungbin | Merry Marbling

And the winner is…

SYS | KING'S MAKER: TRIPLE CROWN

I didn't even read any of Kings Maker this year (/ω＼) (I'm waiting for the mature version to be complete and then I plan to re-read the entire series) but Sys is such an icon ♡ I haven't read any of season 3 yet but I'm so freaking excited!!!! I want to see him and Randolph, I want to see more of him and his two guards ♡♡ and just Sys being his badass fashionable self ♡♡♡

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✰ FAVORITE BOY

And the nominees are…

Juwon | High Clear (2023 winner)

Sasaki | Sasaki and Miyano

Cirrus | Lost in the Cloud

Yeomin | Gig of the Day

Minwoo | Topsy Turvy

And the winner is…

CIRRUS | LOST IN THE CLOUD

Oh my god Cirrus... I don't know what to say. Honestly, I love how messy this boy is. I love his regular high schooler side, his flirty side, when he was begging for Skylar's attention and was pouty when he didn't get it. I love his silly and innocent side. I love his dark side and his anger. I love everything about him ♡♡

This poor boy has gone through so much. He really went through hell as a child and -then- had to deal with psychological warfare in his own home for years :( I want to see him living on his own with Candy (his dog) again. I want to see him happy and silly with Skylar ♡♡

Despite everything lol I think they're so good for each other.

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✰ FAVORITE TOXIC BL

And the nominees are…

Twittering Birds Never Fly (2023 winner)

Lost in the Cloud

Boss Bitch Baby

Gig of the Day

Jinx

And the winner is…

GIG OF THE DAY

Yay!! Even though Gig of the Day doesn't have a very unique plot, I loved this one from the very first chapter!! It felt refreshing, I think because of Yeomin's character but also because of the overall tone.

When I first started it, I thought that it was going in a slightly different direction... I thought Tae-seo would basically be one of those 'I'm an asshole to everyone but you' characters and Yeomin wouldn't know about his other side as a director (or as an asshole lol) until much later. I thought Tae-seo would fall for him and get swept up in his feelings - even if he didn't realize them yet - and not be able to treat him poorly. Like, he would want to because that's typically what he does, but he would just give in to whatever Yeomin wanted. I got that vibe (just like Yeomin lol) when he stayed the night, took him out for food, etc. in the beginning. But despite doing those things that could be seen as caring, he didn't treat Yeomin the best... haha (although he was honest & upfront about what he wanted so it wasn't completely awful).

Even though it didn't go like how I was imagining, I trust this author with the redemption arc and turning him into a simp (ㅅ´ ˘ `) we're seeing glimpses of that already haha I love it. Plus, I LOVE how Tae-seo is always there at the right moment for Yeomin and is his protector. Idc about practicality, I love all of those scenes.

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✰ SUING FOR EMOTIONAL DAMAGE

And the winner is…

PEARL BOY

... again. I'll stop choosing Pearl Boy when it stops giving me anxiety!! Even though I didn't sob like last year, I'm always on edge reading this one because when they're happy I think something bad is coming and we're already on the side chapters so I don't know how much longer we have until the end! One chapter? Thirty?? They're still crying it can't end yet!! (つ﹏⊂)

Some lucky bastards will discover this a year or two from now and have a whole completed work to enjoy while we suffered and stressed since 2021!!

Worth it tho ♡♡♡

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✰ FAVORITE NEW BL

And the winner is…

A FIRST OF SUMMERS

Oh my god, y'all, I just started this like last month and it's so freaking cute (●//▽//●)

The art is amazing & original, these two are adorable!! An age gap where they both question the age gap?? Unheard of. Younger top x older bottom, younger guitar teacher x older guitar student ♡♡♡ fluffy & smutty (˵ᵕ̴᷄ ˶̫ ˶ᵕ̴᷅˵) my heart is so full ♡♡

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✰ FAVORITE ONGOING BL

And the winner is…

TOPSY-TURVY

AHHHHHHHHH!!!! Okay, if you're not reading Topsy-Turvy or you tried it and you didn't like it in the first few chapters, I'd give it another try if I were you!!!

Starting this, I didn't take it too seriously and thought it was just going to be another little goofy college story. BUT NO. It's a glorious mess of love triangles that I can't get enough of!!! I've already read it twice!!

First, the main couple is FREAKING ADORABLE!!! They're hilarious frenemies? in the beginning and then super sweet ♡♡ switch energy but don't switch (yet. I swear the author is teasing us) I love their dynamic so much ♡♡

One love triangle turns into another ~ it's driving me crazy!!! I ship Minwoo & Norman but I don't know if they're endgame (☍﹏⁰)｡ Norman's friend/fwb gives off creepy vibes to me (not in a good way) and now this new guy from the past just showed up in season 3!?! :/

I'm open to the author changing my mind. Whatever they give us I'm thankful for ♡♡ We're getting at least 50 more chapters from here (the korean is at ch. 152 and ongoing, we're currently at ch. 103). I'm happy we still have a long way to go (≧◡≦)

I've had so much fun reading this one so far!! ♡♡♡

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✰ FAVORITE BL THAT ENDED THIS YEAR

And the winner is…

UNDER THE GREEN LIGHT

I'm sad to see this one end, but it was time for them to get their happy ending ♡ Under the Green Light has been consistently amazing since the very beginning and I've had such a great time reading it over the years.

The ending was amazing in my opinion ♡ I would have liked to see a bit more of them happy & living together & obsessed with each other... but that's how I always feel lol

The REVEAL at the end... got me so emotional and when I inevitably re-read it again, it'll make the story even better ♡♡

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✰ FAVORITE BL OF 2024

And the winner is…

CHERRY MAGIC! THIRTY YEARS OF VIRGINITY CAN MAKE YOU A WIZARD?!

I can't stop looking at this volume 11 cover art (⊃//˶̫ //⊂)

Okay, I've loved Cherry Magic for a few years now but this year we got three volumes of them being newlyweds & living their happy life together ♡♡♡

We got the anime series!!! (loved it!!)

And we got the thai live action series (I'm currently watching and will be posting my thoughts later)

♡:.。ღ˘◡˘ற.。.:♡

Watching their story in all of these adaptations just makes me love them more ♡♡ and honestly makes me want to re-read the manga again. We get so many more small insights and moments in the original that I want to see again... one of my favorites is Kurosawa remembering that he wrote 30 songs about Adachi before they got together when he was crushing on him HAHAHA (✿>ꇴ<) omg I will never get over that.

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The Lost 30 Years - Seol Woon-do/ Jin Bo-ra/ Na Hoon-a, etc. (잃어버린 30년 - 설운도/ 진보라/ 나훈아 등) - Episode 11/35 (Pt. 4)

This document constitutes the fourth segment of the Korean album 'The Lost 30 Years,' featuring notable artists such as Seol Woon-do, Jin Bo-ra, and Na Hoon-a. It will examine the broadcast schedule over the 34 days of transmission, the technologies employed in broadcasting, and additional relevant topics. For a thorough understanding, readers are encouraged to consult part one, which outlines the album's context, the background of the broadcast, program planning, and content, along with parts two and three that provide an in-depth analysis of the broadcast itself. The live broadcast initiated on June 30, 1983, followed by an emergency broadcast relay from July 1 to July 10, 1983, and resumed regular programming from July 15, 1983, until November 14, 1983.

Broadcast List:

To ensure that these historical records are accessible to descendants and the global community, KBS digitized all episodes of Searching for Separated Families and began uploading them to YouTube on March 5, 2014. Subsequently, in October 2015, this initiative was recognized as a UNESCO Memory of the World.

Continuation from Part 3

Day 8, recorded on July 15, 1983, Friday, to July 16, Saturday, from 10:15 PM to 2:50 PM, was moderated by Yoo Cheol-jong (유철종) and Lee Ji-yeon (이지연).

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Day 9, recorded on July 22, 1983, Friday, to July 23, Saturday, from 10:15 PM to 1:45 PM, with moderators Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon.

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On the 10th day, specifically dated July 29, 1983, Friday, to July 30, Saturday, from 10:15 PM to 6:00 PM, the moderators included Yoo Cheol-jong, Lee Ji-yeon, Hwang In-yong (황인용), and Kang Bu-ja (강부자).

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Day 11, recorded on August 5-6, 1983, from 10:15 PM to 6:00 PM, features moderators Yoo Cheol-jong, Lee Ji-yeon, Kim Dong-gun (김동건), and Shin Eun-kyung (신은경).

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Day 12, recorded on August 12, 1983, spanned from 10:15 PM to 3:20 PM the next day, featuring moderators Yoo Cheol-jong, Lee Ji-yeon, Kim Dong-gun, and Shin Eun-kyung. This session was part of a special program commemorating Liberation Day.

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Day 13, recorded from 11:50 PM on Saturday, August 13, 1983, to 2:25 AM on Sunday, August 14, 1983, and resuming from 7:00 AM to 5:25 PM on the same day, was facilitated by Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon as part of a special program commemorating Liberation Day.

Video Notes August 13 - #1, #2, #3 Video Notes August 14 - #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12

On August 15, 1983, known as Liberation Day, the event's moderators, who facilitated the proceedings from 12:10 AM to 6:00 PM, were Kim Dong-gun, Shin Eun-kyung, Yoo Cheol-jong, and Lee Ji-yeon. The auxiliary activities were coordinated by Son Seok-gi (손석기) and Kim Mi-hoe (김미회) at the Public Hall as part of the special program for Liberation Day.

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Day 15, recorded on August 19-20, 1983, from 10:15 PM to 3:10 PM, featured moderators Yoo Cheol-jong, Lee Ji-yeon, Kim Dong-gun, and Shin Eun-kyung.

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Day 16, recorded on August 26, 1983, from 10:15 PM to 3:00 AM, continuing into August 27, 1983, from 7:50 AM to 2:10 PM, featured moderators Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon.

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Day 17, recorded on September 2, 1983, Friday, through September 3, Saturday, from 10:15 PM to 3:00 AM, continuing until 8:10 AM on September 3, Saturday, with the moderators being Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon.

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Day 18, recorded on September 9, 1983. From 10:15 PM on Friday, September 9, to 3:00 AM on Saturday, September 10, and continuing from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM on the same day, the moderators overseeing the proceedings were Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon.

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Day 19, recorded on September 16, 1983, spanned from 10:15 PM to 3:00 AM, and resumed on September 17, 1983, from 8:00 AM to 6:10 PM, with moderators Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon overseeing the Chuseok special program.

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On September 17, 1983, the event commenced at 11:30 PM and extended until 3:20 AM, transitioning into September 18, 1983. The session reconvened from 8:50 AM to 5:40 PM, under the supervision of moderators Kim Dong-gun and Lee Kang-ja, as part of a Chuseok special program.

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On September 18, 1983, designated as Day 21, the scheduled activities commenced at 11:40 PM on Monday, September 19, and extended until 3:00 AM, resuming at 9:20 AM and concluding at 5:20 PM on the same day. The events were supervised by moderators Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon, as part of a special Chuseok program.

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Day 22, recorded on September 19, 1983, spanned from 10:15 PM to 4:10 AM, extending into September 20, 1983, from 9:20 AM to 5:30 PM, with Kim Dong-gun and Lee Kang-ja acting as moderators for a Chuseok special program.

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Day 23, recorded on September 23, 1983, through September 24, 1983, from 10:30 PM to 4:00 AM and continuing on September 24 from 8:00 AM to 6:10 PM, featured moderators Yoo Cheol-jong, Lee Ji-yeon, Kim Dong-gun, and Lee Kang-ja (이강자). The total broadcast duration surpassed 300 hours.

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Day 24, recorded on September 24, 1983, spans from Saturday night at 10:50 PM to Sunday morning at 3:30 AM, continuing until 8:10 AM on September 25, 1983, and concluding at 3:10 PM. The moderators overseeing this period were Kim Dong-gun, Lee Kang-ja, Yoo Cheol-jong, and Lee Ji-yeon.

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Day 25, recorded on September 29, 1983, Thursday, to September 30, Friday, from 10:15 PM to 10:00 AM, featured moderators Kim Dong-gun and Lee Kang-ja, highlighting the October Holiday Special Program.

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Day 26, recorded on October 1, 1983, from 10:15 PM to 3:00 AM, and continuing on the same day from 8:00 AM to 3:40 PM, the moderators for the October Holiday Special Program were Yoo Cheol-jong, Lee Ji-yeon, Kim Dong-gun, and Lee Kang-ja.

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On Day 27, recorded on October 1, 1983, the activities spanned from Saturday night at 10:40 PM to Sunday morning at 3:35 AM, continuing into October 2, 1983, from 8:10 AM to 5:20 PM. The moderators for this October Holiday Special Program included Kim Dong-gun, Lee Kang-ja, Yoo Cheol-jong, and Lee Ji-yeon.

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Day 28, recorded on October 3, 1983, during the early hours from 12:05 AM to 3:20 AM, and again from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM, followed by a session from 10:30 AM to 4:05 PM, the moderators Yoo Cheol-jong, Lee Ji-yeon, Kim Dong-gun, and Lee Kang-ja facilitated the October Holiday Special Program.

Video Links - #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 (This recording did not record any audio), #7, #8, #9, #10

Day 29, recorded on October 3, 1983, from 11:15 PM to 3:00 AM, featured moderators Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon for the October Holiday Special Program.

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On the 30th day, dated October 6, 1983, from 10:45 PM to 3:00 AM, and continuing on October 7, 1983, from 6:10 AM to 10:00 AM, the moderators were Yoo Cheol-jong and Lee Ji-yeon.

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Day 31, recorded on October 7, 1983, from 11:20 PM to 4:00 AM, and continuing on October 8, 1983, from 1:00 PM to 5:50 PM, the moderators overseeing the sessions were Kim Dong-gun, Lee Kang-ja, Yoo Cheol-jong, and Lee Ji-yeon.

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On Day 32, documented on October 8, 1983, the event was moderated by Kim Dong-gun, Lee Kang-ja, Yoo Cheol-jong, and Lee Ji-yeon. The sessions commenced at 10:40 PM on October 8 and concluded at 3:00 AM on October 9, with a subsequent session running from 10:30 AM to 4:50 PM on the same day. The audio (Video 10) features a special news report regarding the bombing at Aung San Mausoleum, along with recordings of the public hall where the audience was gathered at that time.

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On Day 33, spanning from October 14 to October 15, 1983, the moderators overseeing the event were Yoo Cheol-jong, Lee Ji-yeon, Kim Dong-gun, and Lee Kang-ja. The activities took place from 11:15 PM to 4:00 AM, and continued the following day from 8:10 AM to 4:50 PM.

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On Day 34, spanning from October 21, 1983, at 10:15 PM to October 22, 1983, at 1:00 PM, the final day of the broadcast occurred.

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Broadcasting Technology

In the past, broadcasting technology in Korea relied heavily on imported equipment from countries like Japan, which, by contemporary standards, was quite rudimentary. Unlike today's capabilities for simultaneous broadcasting across multiple platforms, the KBS Seoul Yeouido headquarters could only mix audio with regional stations, lacking the ability to display video. This limitation was starkly contrasted by the United States, which, during news broadcasts, could connect three locations simultaneously and present them on screen. In Korea, the visual output was limited to a single screen that could only partially display the transmitted content, often resembling an erasure effect when transitioning between scenes.

As technology progressed, Korea managed to achieve a rudimentary form of dual broadcasting by overlaying images from different regional stations. This was accomplished using electrical analogy equipment, a significant departure from the digital methods employed today, such as chroma keying or green screen technology. The distinction between electrical and electronic systems lies in the method of image display; current digital systems utilize computer RAM to manage image data, while earlier systems relied on physical overlays of electrical signals. By 1983, the US had already integrated computers into their broadcasting equipment, highlighting a technological gap that Korea was striving to bridge.

Seoul KBS operates a studio in Yeouido, housed within its main building, which was completed in 1976, making it relatively new at that time. The annex, the former TBC building, was finished in 1980. Despite featuring modern facilities, it fell short of the operational expertise found in the United States and Japan. The broadcast subtitles, referred to as 'Supa,' derived from the term 'superimpose,' reflect a mispronunciation of the Japanese word for super (スーパーインポーズ). Unlike contemporary methods that allow for quick text entry via a keyboard, the subtitle creation process involved calligraphy or typesetting, necessitating scanning for display. Consequently, during the initial three days of broadcasting, regional station identifiers were inconsistently shown, and discrepancies in font and subtitle positioning arose between Seoul and the regional stations. In 1981, the introduction of the CG-800 computer character generator from Japan's Kowa marked a technological advancement, although its application was restricted to news programming.

The early broadcast footage reveals a stark contrast in image quality between the Seoul broadcast and local stations. The equipment utilized in Seoul was on par with that of Japan, having been upgraded in anticipation of the Seoul Olympics. In contrast, local broadcasting stations were limited to only two or three cameras and inadequate lighting, resulting in poor white balance and depth. In metropolitan areas like Daejeon, audio issues were prevalent, with significant howling during connections, necessitating the use of earphones by local guests. Furthermore, while KBS headquarters began broadcasting dynamic images and animations on its channels as early as 1984, regional stations lagged behind, primarily showing still images until the early 1990s.

During this period, the integration of SNG technology enabled live broadcasts not only from the Seoul KBS headquarters but also from various regional stations. Although the broadcasting technology of the time was rudimentary compared to contemporary standards, significant advancements were made through the tumultuous live broadcasts of major events, including the 1986 Seoul Asian Games and the 1988 Seoul Olympics. These developments marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of Korean broadcasting technology.

Other matters than Broadcasting:

Additional concerns beyond broadcasting involve events occurring outside the broadcasting station, including the incorporation of songs and responses from international audiences.

Yeouido Meeting Square

On the inaugural day of the live broadcast, both the area in front of the KBS main building and Yeouido Plaza, along with the entirety of Yeouido Park, underwent a transformation into an asphalt plaza.

On July 1, families separated by circumstances began an overnight vigil at the KBS Central Hall, driven by the cessation of application acceptance due to an overwhelming influx. In this context, Kwak Man-young (곽만영), a key figure in the narrative of sibling reunification, became the first to display posters on the walls and pillars of the KBS main building, marking the beginning of a grassroots movement for family reconnection.

Within a few days, the posters proliferated throughout the main building, reaching even the highest pillars. The once-visible windows and vents of the KBS structure became obscured by the sheer volume of messages. The initiative soon expanded beyond the building, spilling into Yeouido Plaza, where some individuals experienced fortunate reunions after their posters were displayed. However, the majority faced the grim reality of searching for their loved ones, often resorting to unconventional methods to ensure their messages stood out amidst the deluge of posters.

The desperation of those seeking their families led to the transformation of the area surrounding KBS into a makeshift tent village, with many individuals foregoing basic necessities like food and water. Notably, even Seol Woon-do (설운도), a guest performer, was moved by the plight of the families and chose to sleep alongside them, sharing in their struggle. This collective effort highlighted the profound human desire for connection and the lengths to which individuals would go to reunite with their loved ones.

This photo was later attached to the 2nd semester 5th grade social studies textbook of the Ministry of Education.

On July 9, the initiative to reunite separated families escalated into a national movement, prompting the establishment of a 'Meeting Square' at the site of the Korea Industrial Bank, which officially opened on August 5. This space featured amenities such as a water fountain, medical facilities, and a mobile public telephone, with support from the Telecommunications Corporation, the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, and the Railway Administration Branch Office. According to Son Gil-shin (손길신), the director of the Railway Museum at that time, once families were identified, they received travel tickets and accommodations in designated areas, including the five northern provinces, unrecovered regions of Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do, as well as Sakhalin, China, Japan, and other countries with significant Korean populations.

The Meeting Square was organized to facilitate the identification of separated families, with sections and tents set up for this purpose. Non-commercial items were made available at the plaza, as well as at KBS regional stations and municipal offices. Additionally, legal professionals, including lawyers and administrative scribes, volunteered their services to provide guidance on post-reunion legal matters, such as name changes, inheritance issues, and family registration processes. KBS managed the Meeting Square for a full year, continuing its support for separated families until the following summer, after the broadcast concluded in November.

Individuals present at the Meeting Square, including broadcaster Lee Sang-byeok (이상벽) and photographer Jo In-hwan (조인환), later reflected on the atmosphere of the space. They noted that amidst the numerous pieces of paper affixed to the walls and floors, no one added their own notes to those already posted by others. This behaviour highlighted a profound sense of consideration among attendees, who, despite their urgent desire to reunite with their families, respected the shared experience of others in similar circumstances.

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These two songs serve as exemplars, and the video above has been uploaded directly from the KBS account.

The initial broadcast featured a segment where performers emerged to establish a musical ambiance. On that first day, Hyun In (현인) and Kim Yeon Ja (김연자) delivered a poignant song, while the announcers briefly paused to receive guidance from the production director, serving as a transitional element. However, the production team quickly recognized that such direction was unnecessary, as the audience, comprised largely of separated families, began to weep uncontrollably during the storytelling segments. As the second day unfolded, the public hall became chaotic with the presence of separated families, production staff, and journalists, leading Kim Yeon Ja to perform only one song after enduring a 16-hour wait. Subsequently, background music was played, and camera operators focused on the audience's signs, with the singers returning to perform once the program resumed its regular schedule. From that point onward, Seol Woon Do (설운도) became a frequent presence in the public hall.

The original title, "Who Doesn't Know This Person?", was relatively obscure prior to its broadcast. This song, performed by Kwak Soon-ok (곽순옥), served as the theme for the 1964 radio drama "South and North," written by Han Woon-sa (한운사). When the broadcast was scheduled in 1983, Kwak Soon-ok, residing in Hong Kong at the time, was unable to perform the title track, leading to Patty Kim, a close associate, taking her place. As the program aimed at reuniting separated families progressed, Kwak Soon-ok made a special appearance to perform the song, credited under her original title, "South and North." The drama was later adapted into a film featuring Shin Young-kyun (신영균) and Um Aing-ran (엄앵란), with a subsequent remake starring Shin Il-ryong (신일룡) and Won Mi-kyung (원미경). In the early 1990s, MBC produced another version with Park Sang-won (박상원), Lee Mi-sook (이미숙), and Gil Yong-woo (길용우), during which the song's title replaced the original "South and North." Surprisingly, two decades later, in the 2000s, it began to be utilized as a sound effect in response to unfortunate events on variety shows. A similar instance is the song "You," performed by Kim Jeong-ho (김정호) shortly before his passing; this poignant track, imbued with feelings of resentment, has also found frequent use in entertainment programming since the early 21st century.

Who doesn't know this person? With a gentle body, shining eyes, and a kind heart like the moon, Who doesn't know this woman who swore with me by the riverside that she would go to the ends of the earth ? Who doesn't know this person? With soft passion and brightness, once you give your heart, it won't change. Who doesn't know this woman who swore in my arms that she would follow my dreams and follow me ?  --- 누가 이 사람을 모르시나요 얌전한 몸매에 빛나는 눈 고운 마음씨는 달덩이같이 이 세상 끝까지 가겠노라고 나 하고 강가에서 맹세를 하던 이 여인을 누가 모르시나요 누가 이 사람을 모르시나요 부드러운 정열에 화사한 이 한 번 마음주면 변함이 없어 꿈 따라 임 따라 가겠노라고 내 품에 안기어서 맹세를 하던 이 여인을 누가 모르시나요 --- English & Korean Lyrics of 'Who doesn't know this person'

Following the standard airing, the title would be altered to Seol Woon-do's 'The Lost 30 Years.'

Rain or shine, wind or shine For thirty years of missing  each other How much did I cry, feeling sad for this body that had nowhere to rely on?  My brothers and I, may we meet again and share the love we couldn't share,  Where are you, Mother and Father?  I sing with a choked voice.  Will it be tomorrow or the day after? Thirty years of waiting, filled with tears  How much did I cry, feeling sad for losing my hometown?  My brothers and I, may we meet again and share the love we couldn't share,  Where are you, Mother and Father?  I sing with a choked voice -Full --- 비가오나 눈이오나 바람이 부나 그리웠던 삼십년 세월  의지할 곳 없는 이 몸 서러워하며 그 얼마나 울었던가요  우리 형제 이제라도 다시 만나서 못다한 정 나누는데  어머님 아버님 그 어디에 계십니까  목메이게 불러 봅니다  내일일까 모레일까 기다린 것이 눈물 맺힌 삼십년 세월  고향 잃은 이 신세를 서러워하며 그 얼마나 울었던가요  우리 남매 이제라도 다시 만나서 못다한 정 나누는데  어머님 아버님 그 어디에 계십니까  목메이게 불러 봅니다 --- English and Korean lyrics of 'Lost 30 Year'.

Seol Woon-do, at the age of 26, made his debut in 1981 through KBS's "Birth of a New Artist" program, yet remained largely unrecognized for nearly two years. His breakthrough came when his agency, after viewing the program, recognized his potential and swiftly recorded a revised version of his song "To My Father," which was released in 1982. The following day, the song gained immense popularity, leading to an emotional family gathering as they witnessed his success. The agency explained that Seol Woon-do was the only artist available for the broadcast at that time. In the program's early days, his manager had to hold the lyrics for him, as he struggled to memorize them. Seol Woon-do recounted waiting all day with the announcers, and when the producer finally called for him, he performed on stage, singing "The Lost 30 Years" repeatedly. He described being so immersed in the emotional atmosphere that he lost track of his performance, often feeling as if he were possessed by the moment, with the song resonating deeply even in his everyday life.

Numerous songs capitalized on prevailing trends during this period, including one titled "Separated Family." The artist Jeon Mi-kyung (전미경), who performed this piece, also sang "Jang Nok-su," (장녹수) which was featured in the drama of the same name twelve years later. Additionally, various songs, including children's songs like "Our Wish," "Longing for Geumgangsan," and "Taogi," were incorporated into the media. Notably, Jo Young-nam (조영남), a displaced individual from Pyeongsan-gun in Hwanghae-do, performed "Our Wish," which served as the closing theme for a program airing at the time the government initiated a nationwide campaign to locate separated families.

Our wish is unification Even in our dreams, our wish is unification We dedicate our lives to unification , unification, come. Unification that will save this people, to find my country, unification, unification, come quickly , unification , come. Our wish is unification Even in our dreams, our wish is unification We dedicate our lives to unification, unification, come. The way to find my country, unification , unification, to save this people, unification, come quickly, unification, come.  --- 우리의 소원은 통일 꿈에도 소원은 통일 이 정성 바쳐서 통일 통일이여 오라. 이 겨레 살리는 통일 내 나라 찾는데 통일 통일이여 어서 오라 통일이여 오라. 우리의 소원은 통일 꿈에도 소원은 통일 이 목숨 바쳐서 통일 통일이여 오라 내 나라 찾는길 통일 이겨레 살리는 통일 통일이여 어서 오라 통일이여 오라. --- Full text of the lyrics both in English and Korean of 'Our Wish' sung by Jo Young-nam. The lyrics in bold are different from the original.

KBS subsequently published a compilation of insert songs performed by multiple artists, featuring tracks such as "Lost 30 Years" and "Who Doesn’t Know This Person?" The album is titled "Lost 30 Years." Seol Woon-do has mentioned that he still possesses this album in his home.

These documents pertain to the live broadcast that occurred during that period. Additionally, these commemorative records have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage.

Overseas Reactions

"The national significance of the Family Reunification Program is reflected by its impact on the Korean people. The television program was the first use of mass media to facilitate postwar reunification and had the widest public participation of any Korean broadcast. (Omitted) Nevertheless, the Family Reunification Program had great global significance in revealing lesser-known consequences of the Cold War and the Korean War. In an era when widespread access to television was just beginning, the Family Reunification Program provided one of the first vivid accounts of the consequences of war on civilians." - English Wikipedia

In 1983, UN Secretary-General Javier Pérez de Cuéllar conveyed profound sympathy and comprehension regarding the plight of separated families during a discussion with South Korean Ambassador to the UN, Kim Kyung-won (김경원). Additionally, a group of 17 representatives from seven nations, alongside a delegation from the International Federation for Human Rights, visited the site during the 70th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) General Assembly in Seoul. Meanwhile, journalists from 25 countries occupied the press room established in the KBS main building, providing real-time coverage of the reunions to a global audience. The broadcast elicited an enthusiastic response, and its historical importance during the Cold War was underscored by extensive coverage from major media outlets in the United States and Japan. The accompanying video, submitted to UNESCO, features AP's teletype transmission, a report from ABC on July 3, and coverage from TBS TV in Japan, including a segment of then US President Ronald Reagan's speech advocating for North Korea's involvement in the program.

This broadcast was recognized as the 'Most Humanitarian Program of 1983' during the 6th World Conference of Journalists, which took place in Cartagena, Colombia, from September 6 to 9, 1983. Additionally, it received the 'Gold Mercury Ad Horneram Award' at the 24th Gold Mercury World Peace and Cooperation Conference in Gabon on February 17, 1984, marking a significant achievement for the broadcasting organization. Furthermore, it was incorporated as a textbook in broadcasting studies at the University of Greenwich in England.

The program played a crucial role in highlighting the plight of families separated by the division of North and South Korea, elevating the issue to an international platform. In 1983, Yoo Chang-soon (유창순), then President of the Korean Red Cross, called for the resumption of inter-Korean talks, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the separated families' situation. Both President Chun Doo-hwan (전두환) and U.S. President Ronald Reagan expressed their support for family reunification. These collective efforts culminated in 1985, when a North Korean delegation visited KBS, facilitating the first reunion of separated families between the two Koreas.

Idea provider, President Lee Won-hong

Ahn Guk-jeong (안국정), the architect behind the program, revealed in the September 15, 1999 edition of the Chosun Ilbo's serialized project 'Adieu... 20th Century' - 'Live Broadcast to Find Separated Families', that the initiative was inspired by Lee Won-hong (이원홍), the then-president. In his account, President Lee commended Ahn for his successful live broadcast 'Nakdonggang 1300-ri', which highlighted the reunions of survivors from the Battle of Nakdonggang, and subsequently suggested the concept of reuniting separated families from both South and North Korea.

While the original vision may have aimed at facilitating reunions across the Korean divide, practical considerations necessitated a focus on reunions within South Korea due to the complexities involved in negotiating with North Korea. The program ultimately emerged from an unforeseen proposition: "What if we could connect through television in this manner?" This shift in focus reflects the challenges of addressing the sensitive issue of family separations in the context of inter-Korean relations.

Psychological warfare against NK

The report by 'Tongil News' regarding the contents of declassified diplomatic documents suggests that the initiative to broadcast programs aimed at reuniting separated families was initially conceived as a tool for psychological warfare. However, an analysis of the broadcast content indicates that the relevant document was likely drafted after the commencement of the broadcasts. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a directive in 1983, which was later declassified in 2014, instructing diplomatic missions to leverage this program for psychological operations against North Korea and for security education purposes, yet it did not mandate the creation of the broadcast itself. KBS and the government, responsible for the live broadcast, framed their efforts as a humanitarian endeavor.

In summary, a review of both the disclosed documents and the broadcast content implies that the initiative was not meticulously designed for psychological warfare. Instead, it appears that, following its success and popularity, a directive was issued to utilize the broadcast for propaganda and psychological influence. Thus, while the original intent may not have been to employ the broadcast as a weapon of psychological warfare, it became a tool for such purposes after its launch, with notable figures, including Chun Doo-hwan (전두환), later participating in the initiative.

Some contend that the government orchestrated the broadcasts as a form of psychological warfare against the North, citing inaccuracies in the live broadcast dates. However, this assertion is misguided. Initially, the broadcasts did not anticipate an extension beyond the first three days. The comprehensive live coverage persisted until July 4, with the production and airing of the program commencing on that date. Notably, there were variations in the structure of the opening, commentary, and the first hour of the broadcast, as well as coordination with local broadcasters. The transition to regular broadcasting occurred on July 5.

The elements that could be interpreted as propaganda or psychological warfare in the commentary began to surface on the third day, specifically during the segment hosted by announcer Kim Dong-geon (김동건). In contrast, the broadcasts on the first two days did not include such content. On the second day, a political reporter provided a brief overview of the historical division between the South and North, but the report became increasingly ambiguous as the reunion scenes unfolded. Furthermore, on the inaugural day, there was no indication of when the broadcast would take place, suggesting a lack of planning for an all-day live event, as evidenced by comments indicating surprise at the duration of the broadcast.

On July 10, the State Council officially passed a resolution to initiate a nationwide movement, akin to the Saemaul Movement, spearheaded by the Korean Red Cross. This external impetus yielded significant outcomes, as evidenced by the North Korean Red Cross's delivery of relief supplies and rice to the South during the catastrophic Han River flood in 1984. Additionally, in 1985, the first reunions of separated families and exchanges of art troupes between the two Koreas were facilitated through the Red Cross. Notably, announcer Kim Dong-gun served as the main MC during this period.

KBS special live broadcast 'Finding Separated Families' records

This documentation highlights the somber realities of the Cold War and the associated atrocities experienced in South Korea. The poignant moments of family members reuniting, embracing, and weeping not only alleviated the anguish of those separated but also acted as a significant impetus for the inaugural reunion of divided families between the South and North in September 1985. This event played a crucial role in reducing hostilities on the Korean Peninsula and conveyed a universal message advocating for peace, emphasizing the need to prevent such tragedies from recurring. Furthermore, this record stands as a significant achievement in the realm of global broadcasting history. It represents the largest television initiative aimed at reuniting separated families, with 100,952 applications submitted. Of these, 53,536 cases were featured on air, resulting in the reunion of 10,189 families. The program was supported by a dedicated team of 1,641 broadcast professionals and was aired over a span of 138 days. - UNESCO Korean National Commission

In March 2014, KBS submitted an application to the Cultural Heritage Administration to have the records of the “Finding Separated Families” program recognized as a World Memory Heritage. In collaboration with the government, KBS aimed to promote the registration of all associated records under this designation. By January 2015, the UNESCO International Advisory Committee for the Memory of the World recommended the registration, which was subsequently reviewed by a subcommittee in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from September 28 to 30, 2015.

On October 9, 2015, UNESCO officially designated the recordings from the “Finding Separated Families” program as a World Memory Heritage, alongside Korean Confucian textbooks. This achievement made KBS the second television broadcaster globally, after Germany's Berlin Brandenburg Broadcasting Company, to receive such recognition for documentary heritage. The designation encompasses not only 463 original recording tapes but also various materials such as production notebooks, applications from separated families, broadcast schedules, cue sheets, commemorative albums, and photographs, totalling 25,222 items. These documents serve as primary sources that substantiate historical facts and have been preserved in the KBS archives since their creation, while most records from central and local governments are housed in the National Archives.

Collection of records

Consequently, the Republic of Korea's total count of World Documentary Heritage items has risen to 13, and as of 2023, this number has further increased to 18, positioning the nation as the fourth highest globally. KBS prominently featured this achievement as the leading headline on News Square the following morning. The broadcast was lauded for its record-setting continuous live coverage of 453 hours and 45 minutes, which not only highlighted the anguish of war but also encouraged participation from diverse segments of society. This unique record encapsulates the tragic Cold War experiences in Korea and the suffering of families separated by division, earning its registration based on the critical criteria of authenticity, originality, and global significance, while conveying a universal message of peace against the backdrop of the Korean War.

In this instance, the registration encompassed not only the broadcast but also various documents and testimonies. This marks the second occasion where a broadcast has been the primary focus of such recognition, following the listing of the film Metropolis in 2001, which was produced in 1927. Professor Seo Kyung-ho (서경호) from Seoul National University, a former international advisory member of the Memory of the World Committee, remarked that this is indeed the first instance of a television broadcast program being included. He noted that most records associated with the Berlin Wall consist of documents and testimonies, with only a few broadcasts being recognized.

Professor Seo emphasized that the KBS program aimed at reuniting separated families is fundamentally a broadcast at its essence. He suggested that this recognition could pave the way for more broadcast programs to be considered for inclusion in the Memory of the World list in the future, thereby expanding the scope of what constitutes significant documentary heritage. This development underscores the evolving nature of heritage recognition, highlighting the importance of audio-visual media in documenting historical narratives.

The archive consists of 463 digital Betacam tapes that capture the broadcast. These recordings span from 10:15 PM on June 30, 1983, to 4 AM on November 14, extending into the early hours.

Meaning of the special broadcast

The KBS special live broadcast titled 'Searching for Separated Families' holds the distinction of being the longest continuous broadcast by KBS, spanning 138 days from June 30, 1983, to November 14, 1983. This documentary serves as a poignant reminder of the imperative to prevent future wars. It marked a significant moment in the use of mass media for promoting unification efforts post-war, engaging the public in a manner unprecedented in Korean broadcasting history. The program illuminated the consequences of the Cold War and the Korean War, bringing to light the previously obscured realities of these conflicts and their impact on South Korea.

The emotional reunions depicted in the broadcast, where family members embraced and wept, played a crucial role in alleviating the suffering of those separated by war. This heartfelt portrayal not only provided solace to affected families but also acted as a catalyst for the first official reunions between separated families from the North and South in September 1985. Ultimately, the broadcast conveyed a powerful message of peace, underscoring the necessity of preventing such tragedies from recurring in the future.

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[littlefankingdom]

The Batman fandom infantilizing a near 30 years old white man taking in a child, saying he was a brother more than a father as if he wasn't a full grown adult taking in a child he could have birthed, but parentifying a brown young adult taking in his brother pre-teen for less than a year, saying he was a father more than a brother (only a year is barely enough but ok), or saying he was more a father to his other brothers than Bruce, when he met them when he was 18 and 21 is making me uncomfortable, ngl.

Like, Bruce is a "kid" when he became Dick's guardian when he canonically was over 25 (he started being Batman at 25), and a brother to him when he raised him for 10 years (and Dick probably has not many memories from before Bruce now), but Dick is a "father" to Damian he only had as his charge for less than a year, half of which they were fighting each others??? Make it make sense???

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Sorry for this super depressing poll but

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Jurassic Park brainrot is happening 🌿

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While I do like to ship Ford with my OC Wilma (in a shared asexual relationship) there's another one Iike: Ford x Sleep

[waitineedaname]

thinking about shen jiu resenting luo binghe again, and I think it would be interesting if he was in some way aware of the protagonist halo. not as consciously as shen yuan is, of course, but maybe just a subconscious knowledge that something makes this kid Special in a way that puts him in direct opposition to shen qingqiu, and that only makes him resent binghe more