Lee Sung Jin (Creator of Netflix’s ‘BEEF’) - Fun With Dumb - Ep. 232

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  • čas přidán 18. 04. 2023
  • Lee Sung Jin aka Sonny is the brilliant mind behind the hit Netflix series 'Beef', which explores the intersection of revenge, Asian American culture, and coexistence. The Fun with Dumb team had the privilege to sit down with Sonny to break down key scenes in the miniseries and talk about how art imitates life. Covering everything from realism in film making to favorite fast foods, the gang shares testimonies and laughs in this exclusive episode of FWD. Beware however, this podcast contains spoilers. Go watch the show before tuning in!
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  • @ctrouble2309
    @ctrouble2309 Před rokem +40

    Beef is the best writing ive seen from television in years. The way it gave every single character a moment of empathy was beautiful. The class struggle is there, but it doesnt fall into the trap of the underdog against thr evil rich.

  • @danielkim9997
    @danielkim9997 Před rokem +66

    Holy Crap. I just tried to talk to my parents about my childhood trauma and beatings and they say they have no recollection or I'm making it worse than it is. It pissed me off because the memory has burned into my mind for 30 years.

    • @muskansingh1884
      @muskansingh1884 Před 6 měsíci +1

      I do feel like, since it's sad for them too, looking back at it, as an action (sometimes unnecessary) they performed out of anger, they tend to block it and since they were adults, it was easier for them to do so.

  • @blinksstayfresh2524
    @blinksstayfresh2524 Před rokem +166

    Lee Sung Jin is a genius, beef was an absolute masterpiece and I can’t wait for what he does next. Reminds me of a young Tarantino with how he writes character dialogue.

    • @bumbeach2590
      @bumbeach2590 Před rokem +14

      Lee Sung Jin puts Tarantino to shame dude

    • @blinksstayfresh2524
      @blinksstayfresh2524 Před rokem +5

      @@bumbeach2590
      That I agree with you

    • @kuunami
      @kuunami Před rokem +5

      @@bumbeach2590 Let's not get carried away now. Beef was an absolute masterpiece but He's got to stay consistent for a long time because getting put in the Tarantino category.

    • @Rachel-qx7ps
      @Rachel-qx7ps Před rokem +2

      can't agree more.

  • @ximenbo
    @ximenbo Před rokem +49

    “You play musical chairs with your environment, but unless you get right inside, all the stuff is still there.” Amen, brother. 🙏🏿

  • @ginogarcia8730
    @ginogarcia8730 Před rokem +34

    I love how calm and collected he is

  • @tylerjohn9139
    @tylerjohn9139 Před rokem +114

    I binged this show this weekend and it was fucking amazing so many twists and turns I could never guess what was happening next and that was a surprise for me. Bravo next season let’s get dumbfoundead and Bobby lee in it lol

    • @normalcitizen
      @normalcitizen Před rokem +4

      Yess that would be amazing, we especially need Bobby on there since Andrew was in season 1

    • @johnsontan345
      @johnsontan345 Před rokem +4

      There already is a Bobby, who is definitely a parody of the irl Bobby imo.

    • @tylerjohn9139
      @tylerjohn9139 Před rokem +1

      @@johnsontan345 yea I agree but Bobby lee can be someone else like the uncle getting revenge for the cousin lol

  • @AkatsukiShadow
    @AkatsukiShadow Před rokem +4

    Loved the chemistry for this week! 🎉

  • @yameater6135
    @yameater6135 Před rokem +16

    thank you for bringing in lee sung jin as a guest. his honesty is so touching. it thaws your cold aching heart.

  • @michaelhashimoto1650
    @michaelhashimoto1650 Před rokem +16

    I been looking for content on this show, I am surprised there are not more podcasts or film analysis videos yet. This show is so well written.

  • @tinabeee7350
    @tinabeee7350 Před rokem +7

    The conversation flowed so easily. Awesome guest! Going to check out his show.

  • @Seven9_exchange
    @Seven9_exchange Před rokem +9

    Great episode and interview. It was interesting to hear the insight and back story to the show. I'm glad I just finished the show, so nothing was spoiled for me.

  • @gloriajohn2984
    @gloriajohn2984 Před rokem +8

    I binged watched it and felt less alone. in Korean American experience. I am so grateful for this show!! Thank you.!

  • @sLeepy1004
    @sLeepy1004 Před rokem +6

    Beef was 🔥😭🤭😬😱🤯🤠🥵 had so many emotions. Great interview yall. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @sannayoo
    @sannayoo Před rokem +27

    YES YES YES!!! 👏🏼 Thanks for having Sonny on as a guest. This episode was touching & inspiring. BEEF is above and beyond an amazing show. Loved every minute of it! I was legit praising during the church scenes. 🥲 Would love to see Steven Yeun and Ali wong on the pod as well! Hehe ❤🙌🏻

  • @stephanylizardi6455
    @stephanylizardi6455 Před rokem +1

    Thanks sooo much for having him on the pod!! if it wasn’t for this pod I don’t think I would have watch the show.. thanks dumb ☺️

  • @Henato232
    @Henato232 Před rokem +17

    Had to rewatch cuz Sunny is so well spoken. Hope he does more pods

  • @dangunwangum
    @dangunwangum Před rokem +7

    I’m an old KA dude. BEEF is awesome. I related to the show in so many different levels. Lee Sung Jin, thank you!

  • @chris5252
    @chris5252 Před rokem +1

    This was honestly such a fun episode, I was legit laughing out loud 😂

  • @bsong303
    @bsong303 Před rokem +1

    Great episode! Creative process was fascinating. Rick with the Ragamuffin Gospel! Great book!

  • @SF_Native
    @SF_Native Před rokem +1

    I fkn loved BEEF. And I'm not Korean, however I do have a bunch if Korean friends. And the church and all that are definitely a common thing amongst them. This podcast was also hilarious, my first time listening, but will listen to more! Subscribed!

  • @nasorato
    @nasorato Před rokem +14

    i was honestly hitting rock bottom (still kinda am lol) but i started watching beef cos i saw a short part on tiktok and thought it was a comedy show. finished it in one day and i’m still speechless about it… truly a work of art. ////: also a big shout out to steffie!!! 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 i’m 4th gen japanese and born in brazil ahahahah i remember u talking a little bit about growing up here on uti :’) abraços, te achei maravilhosa 💕💕

  • @ginogarcia8730
    @ginogarcia8730 Před rokem +5

    that's so dope, a successful show on Netflix was inspired by talks on this podcast, and the design of this podcast was likely inspired and caught on by Bobby's podcast. Ah the Asian stories! Let's go!

  • @joshuapark1749
    @joshuapark1749 Před rokem +2

    Wow so nice!! Last episode I asked for Beef!! Y’all got the writer!!

  • @graxxor
    @graxxor Před 10 měsíci +5

    BEEF was without a doubt the best Netflix show I watched all year. The last thing that evoked such an emotional reaction in me was without a doubt, Arcane.

  • @somarvitor
    @somarvitor Před rokem +1

    This guy has to be a big dvdasa fan. Looking fwd to watching this pod.

  • @kypl1910
    @kypl1910 Před rokem +1

    Legendary episode!! 🙌🙌🙌

  • @fauxdauteur
    @fauxdauteur Před rokem +4

    I was logging into Netflix when I saw the cover of BEEF on the homepage. I am a big Steven Yeun fan since his Walking Dead days so I was just going to watch the trailer before watching another show. That trailer led to me watching the 1st episode and I got a few episodes in before I realized how invested in the show I became.
    I was hooked.
    The story reminded me so much of this Argentine movie called 'Wild Tales', which shares that "karma is a b****" theme. And since the show is created by a Korean and the POV is through the lens of a Korean American, it felt pretty relatable to me coming from an immigrant background myself.
    5 out of 5 stars. Can't wait for season 2.

    • @carlosadurt6153
      @carlosadurt6153 Před rokem +1

      About "Wild Tales", I expect the 2nd season to be like that. A new set of actors, setting, plot, etc. With the funny repercussions of action...

  • @elipru9632
    @elipru9632 Před 5 měsíci

    So interesting! merci! Sorry you had violent childhood moments.
    Also a very cheerful episode 💖 Beef sounds like an amazing k-american drama :)
    Great feedback to the creator! Bravo culture makers for talking about life experiences and psychology: we need to keep mental health in the conversation.

  • @whatwedoinyah1614
    @whatwedoinyah1614 Před 11 měsíci +1

    the way you all feed off of each other was amazing and

  • @itsscrooge8959
    @itsscrooge8959 Před rokem +1

    thank you for creating this amazing series mr. Lee Sung Jin

  • @bumbeach2590
    @bumbeach2590 Před rokem +11

    Watched the whole show in one day and craving for more. K-American shows are wild. Loved it!

    • @blinksstayfresh2524
      @blinksstayfresh2524 Před rokem +1

      This is the only k-amercian show that's on an elite level I can think of. What are the other ones?

    • @ilhamsahin3295
      @ilhamsahin3295 Před rokem +3

      K-american shows are still new and young...

    • @goyam2981
      @goyam2981 Před rokem

      I'm glad I've watched Judy Joo on Korean Food Made Simple before. A pleasant and well-educated Korean American celebrity chef who is very American but cherishes her heritage and introduces it to everyone in a positive light. So much angst and resentment against immigrant parents and Asian heritage among Asian American scripted shows now.

  • @srikaloveex
    @srikaloveex Před rokem +1

    Such a good podcast !!

  • @lindavyang
    @lindavyang Před rokem

    Thanks for this content!

  • @hugol1992
    @hugol1992 Před rokem +1

    Great episode!

  • @G1376LOVE
    @G1376LOVE Před rokem +1

    Fantastic show!!

  • @francisyuweh706
    @francisyuweh706 Před rokem +2

    great episode❤🎉

  • @Rogerdoger-bh8sj
    @Rogerdoger-bh8sj Před rokem +1

    Best pod ever

  • @sheagocosmetics
    @sheagocosmetics Před 5 měsíci +1

    This Writer/Director believes that he is writing the “Asian experience”. But, every ethnic group I know has these exact same stories, particularly immigrants. I cannot emphasize enough how he captured the vulnerability of human beings in the most profound way. The script unfolds like a Nina Simone album. It’s beautiful.
    This movie/series was a historical masterpiece.
    Well done Sir. Well done

  • @eXit-mm3zg
    @eXit-mm3zg Před 2 měsíci

    Excited for season 2!!!

  • @Numb2Fear
    @Numb2Fear Před rokem +1

    Show was amazing

  • @inny44
    @inny44 Před rokem +1

    I really did enjoy watching Beef and this episode✨ especially the math formula was legit Sung Jin you crashed it hard! Although after Endgame, Marvel is going downhill, I’m super looking forward to seeing your version of the Thunderbolt!

  • @busteryeet
    @busteryeet Před rokem +1

    great episode

  • @charleeriverbear5153
    @charleeriverbear5153 Před rokem +1

    Amazing show

  • @Tony-qz5cf
    @Tony-qz5cf Před rokem +1

    Great episode

  • @PastorKCLiu
    @PastorKCLiu Před rokem

    Such a funny conversation!

  • @user-oo7qt5vn2p
    @user-oo7qt5vn2p Před rokem +2

    As a Korean Korean fan of the show BEEF this was interesting and hilarious
    Also quite relatable as I now think about what being a Korean means a lot after starting to leave and work abroad.

  • @francisyuweh706
    @francisyuweh706 Před rokem +1

    2nd watch, fun episode and really relatable

  • @youngvulcan7423
    @youngvulcan7423 Před rokem +1

    Great guest guys. I hope you can get some of the main cast on the show as well please. Also being on this subject of institutional abuse Paris Hilton would also make a great guest for you show.

  • @melbay6206
    @melbay6206 Před rokem +7

    K-American Drama ❤ This must be the next genre title.

  • @KoreanGinger
    @KoreanGinger Před rokem +1

    Crazy coincidence... This is my first time watching this show too.

  • @KoreanGinger
    @KoreanGinger Před rokem +1

    35:53 Whoa small world. I definitely know the Jason mentioned here. He was my SAT tutor at Ivy.

  • @user-fp4dr1ne7z
    @user-fp4dr1ne7z Před rokem +1

    This episode had me 🤣

  • @samyud1819
    @samyud1819 Před rokem +1

    I feel like even though this was a show more focused on korean americans, as a south asian I found it really relatable. As much as I don't like to admit I really relate to Danny's character and his flawed personality.

  • @benkim2016
    @benkim2016 Před rokem +2

    The Korean American Bong Junho !!

  • @jeiwaru
    @jeiwaru Před rokem +1

    Dang I don't want no spoilers. So I have to come back after I finish Beef 😩

  • @namida21
    @namida21 Před rokem +2

    "my mom complained a lot. it was very traumatizing." 😭 same here

  • @lesyamaglyovana5701
    @lesyamaglyovana5701 Před rokem +2

    Specific? Not universal? I am a child of 80s from USSR and i can relate sooooooooooooooo much! Thanks for the show! It's something special! Made me think about me and mu kids and what they will tell their psychotherapist.

  • @arerbacnitsua
    @arerbacnitsua Před rokem +2

    Beef is a great show, on episode 3!

  • @arerbacnitsua
    @arerbacnitsua Před rokem +1

    Not going to lie the chairs are way cooler than the table. Sorry table. Chairs are bringing out the podcast eyes lol

  • @ajinla1576
    @ajinla1576 Před rokem +1

    Smart move you guys were able to get him on

  • @whatwedoinyah1614
    @whatwedoinyah1614 Před 11 měsíci +1

    @15:14 GOOSEBUMPS

  • @tyronetb3
    @tyronetb3 Před rokem

    Had to stop and add to watch for later

  • @JohnDoe-ht2mg
    @JohnDoe-ht2mg Před rokem +1

    BEEF was amazing

  • @upthedown1
    @upthedown1 Před rokem

    The worship scene in church was awesome and authentic. I was so glad and appreciative that they didn't use it to dump on Christianity. Respect. The emotions you experience during praise and or prayer are you being in communion with Jesus and the holy spirit it's Not art like you said. It's when the anointing comes over you. Never ever heard someone call praise Art before. It's spiritual you just enter into that realm.

  • @schmoopydoopy
    @schmoopydoopy Před rokem +1

    Went to this nice hole in the wall Mexican place and I found a thick facial hair. I looked at it, looked at the chef cooking, looked back at the food...took out the hair, and continued to eat because that food was fire

  • @aperezdeal
    @aperezdeal Před rokem

    Outside looking in with no greater context, Santino being in this and Bobby not being in this is hilarious.

  • @baagit8
    @baagit8 Před rokem +15

    Awesome podcast. Great guest.
    What an intelligent and humble man.
    Positive vibes and a good representative for the Korean community. Steffie Baik's looking way too yummy 😋. Overall, a 10+ podcast 👊😠😡👊

  • @danoops
    @danoops Před rokem +1

    I also love the original chicken sandwich

  • @testing123.
    @testing123. Před rokem +1

    😂i didnt think Dumb would be that way with restos

  • @miffyjc
    @miffyjc Před rokem +2

    상진씨 목소리 넘 좋아요 성우 클래스

  • @DamnAwesome
    @DamnAwesome Před rokem +3

    Goddamn BEEF is such a good show, and I'm so happy he's rewriting the Thunderbolts because I love the MCU and I know he's gonna make it fire, this was also such a good episode!

  • @adrianchian56
    @adrianchian56 Před měsícem

    Lol I got lost at Coachella too back in the day

  • @anitralarae_mahjacat
    @anitralarae_mahjacat Před měsícem

    @32:36 My Family in Western Kentucky also grew Hemp, as it was valuable to make Rope and other necessary items (especially during the War)
    And Indiana will Legalize a Decade AFTER Korea

  • @Mimihuynh01
    @Mimihuynh01 Před rokem +31

    Should have had Steven Yuen on the show

    • @whydopeoplealwayssayuhm
      @whydopeoplealwayssayuhm Před rokem +9

      he's on a lot of platforms already. sonny was able to provide us great insight as the creator, that the other cast members wouldn't have been able to answer.

    • @RelaxWithSage
      @RelaxWithSage Před rokem +2

      Why watch the puppet when we have the puppeteer?

    • @Clyde_Ono
      @Clyde_Ono Před rokem

      I think Crazy Rich Asians absolutely paved the way (to some degree) for both Everything Everywhere and Beef. Funny enough, it went from old country story, to story about immigrant parents to “our” generation story and without having to be a “this is who we are” ethnicity definition story. Justin Lin said when he made Better Luck Tomorrow that he was sick having to justify Asian American faces on screen, that we live here so we can just be ourselves on screen without having to explain our existence. That was 2002. It’s almost like Beef is the modern realization of that kinda story.
      It’s funny that Sung thinks Parasite had more to pave the way for Beef since it’s a Korean movie in Korea. Vibe wise maybe it’s more similar to Beef and maybe Parasite also contributed to the normalization of Asian faces on screen more but it was CRA and EEAAO are Asian American stories and so is Beef (even though it’s a story to stand on its own).

    • @Clyde_Ono
      @Clyde_Ono Před rokem +1

      I agree with the girl that Beef was unique and like it’s own genre and I get why the Koreans are feeling the Korean aspects to it but it’s also much deeper (or has more layers) than “K-American drama” ( I know Dumb is half joking there) but Ali’s mom I believe was revealed to be Vietnamese but her Dad was clearly born or raise in the US. Also George’s family is also multi-generationally American. His Japanese Mom also appeared to be American born. Funny that Ali’s real life (ex) husband was also (part) Japanese and had a famous/rich Dad too.

  • @user-ii6xi4ex5p
    @user-ii6xi4ex5p Před 4 měsíci +1

    cast dumb for season 2!!

  • @Ghost-sz7uo
    @Ghost-sz7uo Před rokem +6

    should've brought in rek as well.

  • @Govereverythin
    @Govereverythin Před rokem

    I love Beef!!!!

  • @whiteeeeeeeeeeeee
    @whiteeeeeeeeeeeee Před rokem +2

    MADVILLAINY COVER IS🥶

  • @pachuaulalhlimpuii757

    💗💗💗

  • @danielmelgar8918
    @danielmelgar8918 Před rokem

    22:50 Burger King reminds me of Andrew and Andy eating cheese off the wrapper. Breeze moments.

  • @dannyy8619
    @dannyy8619 Před rokem +10

    First! Beef is a 11/10 show.

    • @ilhamsahin3295
      @ilhamsahin3295 Před rokem

      its a hit in America but i don't think its gonna be a hit in Asia and other continents cause it doesn't relate to them at all...

    • @dannyy8619
      @dannyy8619 Před rokem +1

      @@ilhamsahin3295 I'm pretty sure it did decently in UK and it's clearly marketed more towards an American audience.

    • @bobbowie9350
      @bobbowie9350 Před rokem +1

      it was average at best. there wasnt really a story. so forced

    • @dannyy8619
      @dannyy8619 Před rokem +1

      @@bobbowie9350 Interesting opinion. All the critics, audience on RT, IMDB, and every else disagree. But happy to hear more about a show you enjoy then if you think Beef was just average.

  • @beer94
    @beer94 Před rokem +1

    id completely forgetten, but this podcast reminded me that i used to get hit in kindergarten in asia lmao

  • @AmperSammy
    @AmperSammy Před rokem +1

    I didn’t know Tigerbelly’s set was for hire?? 😯

  • @jl8257
    @jl8257 Před rokem +1

    Dumb we better see you in season 2!!!

  • @IamCree
    @IamCree Před 11 měsíci +1

    Lots of interesting stuff here! On the subject of therapy, a good enough therapist should be able to tell when a person is seeking approval and not reinforce that behavior by giving approval for appropriate responses. They should be able to help the person address that need and behavior and model healthy interactions through the therapeutic relationship instead. But with the bulk of therapists being petty awful, it's hard to find one that's really qualified and capable of this. They do exist though!

  • @Keyklips
    @Keyklips Před rokem

    DOPE

  • @PabIo__
    @PabIo__ Před rokem +1

    Bruhhh what he’s writing thunderbolts? Holy shit

  • @anitralarae_mahjacat
    @anitralarae_mahjacat Před měsícem

    @30:07 My Mom (75) had a Severe and Debilitating Reaction to a modern strain. Passed out and had Serious Nausea.

  • @joshburger2217
    @joshburger2217 Před rokem +1

    1:03:32 ITS ALREADY UNIQUELY LOW. 😮 wait is that what the name means 🤯 am I the only one that doesn't know this??

  • @saberterminal871
    @saberterminal871 Před rokem +1

    new laugh

  • @FutonJohn
    @FutonJohn Před rokem +1

    What's the ID on Dumbs hat?

  • @socgeo
    @socgeo Před 8 měsíci

    I think parents don't remember beating their kids because they're so angry they blackout. 5:52

  • @yadam415
    @yadam415 Před rokem +1

    I wonder if the Bobby thing is a sensitive subject due to Bobby's rehab

  • @cheynequayle1434
    @cheynequayle1434 Před rokem

    Which episode of Fun with Dumb is Beef referencing?

  • @JR-bw3tr
    @JR-bw3tr Před rokem +1

    beef is a good dark dramedy

    • @upthedown1
      @upthedown1 Před rokem

      Accurately put. Definitely a dark drama very little dramedy.

  • @AnnB-tf2zz
    @AnnB-tf2zz Před 7 měsíci

    Your parents aren't traumatized they just don't want to admit they were wrong to hit you.

  • @goshinebullies
    @goshinebullies Před rokem

    Really enjoyed the representation of the church thank you for not making fun of our lord

  • @RenewPowerCleanLLC
    @RenewPowerCleanLLC Před rokem +1

    Yeah, I heard weed was growing everywhere in Korea, hemp was used to make everything from hamboks to bags and stuff

  • @Mimihuynh01
    @Mimihuynh01 Před rokem

    Damn how u get the creator to your show Dumb?

  • @upthedown1
    @upthedown1 Před rokem

    The most shocking scene is what happens to the Asian girl's rich boss. Brutal and shocking and how she didn't even try to help her get into the panic room...