DIVE Studios / 다이브 스튜디오
A media company and podcast network where K-pop idols and Korean-American artists discuss culture, careers, and personal identity.
DIVE Studios is a podcast network and media brand focused on K-pop and Korean culture, with its content primarily hosted by current and former idols. Its flagship show, 'Get Real', brings together several hosts like Ashley Choi, BM, and Peniel, for casual, long-form conversations with other artists. The discussions often center on the shared experience of navigating a bicultural identity as Korean-Americans in the entertainment industry.
“Unlike traditional interviews, DIVE Studios' shows are hosted by industry peers, creating a uniquely relaxed and candid environment. The recurring focus on the Korean-American experience, shared by many of the hosts and guests, provides a specific cultural lens that is rare in the K-pop media landscape.”
Who hosts this show
DIVE Studios is a digital media company founded in 2019 by brothers Eric, Brian, and Eddie Nam. It produces a variety of podcasts and video content primarily featuring K-pop idols and Asian-American celebrities. The studio's flagship talk show, 'Get Real', features a rotating cast of idol hosts who hold candid conversations about life, work, and cultural identity with fellow artists. The company aims to create a space for artists to share their authentic, personal stories.
Credentials & credits
- Co-founded by Eric Nam, Brian Nam, and Eddie Nam
- Backed by investors including HYBE Corporation and Union Square Ventures
Other ventures
- Mindset (a daily self-care and wellness app)
- Daebak Show (podcast hosted by Eric Nam)
- Hwaiting (web series)
- Unbelievable (podcast)
- My Real Pick (web series)
- Tower Talk (web series)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02Is PENIEL ragebaiting Ashley again? 😂Jun 28, 2026 · 25s
- 03What's in the box!? 🐸🪲🍟 with @official_unchildJun 28, 2026 · 2 min
- 04MY REAL PICK with YERIN who just released her fourth mini-album REACH YOU 💜Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min
- 05Bullying is never okay 🤦 but these are some wild experiences 🤣Jun 27, 2026 · 25s
- 06Gordon forgot the song name so he just performed it for us 🎶Jun 27, 2026 · 54s
- 07Choreo on point!? These girls got some serious moves 🐸💃Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min
- 08Any World Cup fans? ⚽🏆Jun 26, 2026 · 19s
Notable episodes
- 01Two cultures, one me ft. THE BOYZ ERIC | GET REAL S5 EP25
A representative episode of 'Get Real' that clearly showcases the show's core themes of bicultural identity, casual idol conversation, and the dynamic between the hosts.
- 02The Return of Get Real S3 EP1
Marked the return of the popular series with its main hosts, establishing the chemistry and format that defines the show.
- 03First Episode of Get Real
The inaugural episode that introduced the concept of K-pop idols opening up about adulthood, living away from family, and trainee life.
What you'll be asked on this show
On the flagship 'Get Real' podcast, the multi-host format creates a dynamic, conversational interview style. The show often opens with a casual, broad question like "How has life been?" to ease into the conversation. [fd-C7mBrV1k] The hosts, being artists themselves, build rapport by sharing their own parallel experiences, creating a sense of camaraderie rather than a formal Q&A. [fd-C7mBrV1k] They probe deeper by asking about specific cultural experiences, such as identity and communication style differences between Korea and America. [fd-C7mBrV1k] Playful teasing and direct challenges between the hosts and with the guest are common, maintaining a lighthearted but honest tone. [fd-C7mBrV1k, fn3xOt1UrqA]
The network's main talk shows, like 'Get Real', feature a multi-host panel format that feels like a casual chat between friends. The conversation flows organically without a rigid structure, and hosts frequently share their own anecdotes to relate to guests. [fd-C7mBrV1k] Other content includes game-based segments like 'Tower Talk' and short-form challenge videos. [2cBIVaY02W0, 17]
Questions the host keeps coming back to
11 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
personal
4- Q.01
“How have you been / How's life?”
This is a common opening to catch up with the guest before diving into specific topics.
- Q.02
“Would you prefer someone to be direct or to beat around the bush?”
A frequent topic of discussion that reveals personal communication preferences among the hosts and guests.
- Q.03
“What's your MBTI?”
Used as a conversational tool to quickly understand a guest's personality traits.
- Q.04
“Do you realize how many people get hurt by your sharp words?”
A confrontational question used to challenge a speaker's blunt communication style, often in a teasing manner.
identity
1- Q.01
“Where do you feel your identity lies, more Korean-American or Korean?”
A core question that gets to the heart of the show's recurring theme of bicultural identity.
culture
1- Q.01
“Do you think people show emotions or communicate differently in Korea versus America?”
This question is used to explore cultural nuances in communication and social norms.
origin
1- Q.01
“How old were you when you moved to the US/Korea?”
The hosts often ask this to establish the guest's origin story and background.
mindset
1- Q.01
“Are you becoming more 'kkondae' (old-fashioned/conservative)?”
A playful, self-aware question used to discuss aging and changing mindsets within Korean culture.
backstory
1- Q.01
“Did you ever get made fun of for not speaking English well?”
This question is asked to surface childhood challenges related to immigration and assimilation.
career
1- Q.01
“So how's work been?”
A standard transition question to move the conversation towards the guest's career and recent projects.
relationships
1- Q.01
“Is that a 'you thing' or a 'them thing'?”
This is asked to analyze a conflict and determine where the responsibility for a communication issue lies.
Signature segments
- · GET REAL
- · DAEBAK SHOW w/ Eric Nam
- · Mindset by DIVE Studios
- · HWAITING
- · Tower Talk
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically K-pop idols, solo artists, and actors within the Korean entertainment sphere. There is a frequent booking of artists who are Korean-American or have a similar bicultural background, aligning with the hosts' own identities.
- ERIC (THE BOYZ)on Two cultures, one me ft. THE BOYZ ERIC | GET REAL S5 EP25
- UNCHILDon What's in the box!? 🐸🪲🍟 with @official_unchild
- YERINon MY REAL PICK with YERIN who just released her fourth mini-album REACH YOU 💜
- Elizabeth Yuon Miyako said Green Day at coachella 🎤 what's the best concert YOU'VE ever been to?
- Dallas Liuon Miyako said Green Day at coachella 🎤 what's the best concert YOU'VE ever been to?
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
DIVE Studios promotes its own 'Mindset' wellness app and appears to be a primary vehicle for its promotion. The studio also partners with brands looking to authentically connect with Gen Z and K-pop audiences.
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People also ask
- Is DIVE Studios a single podcast?
- No, DIVE Studios is a media company and podcast network that produces multiple shows, including 'Get Real', 'Daebak Show with Eric Nam', and 'Hwaiting'.
- Who are the main hosts of the 'Get Real' podcast?
- The primary hosts are Ashley Choi (formerly of Ladies' Code), BM (of KARD), Peniel Shin (of BTOB), and Junny (soloist).
- Who founded DIVE Studios?
- DIVE Studios was co-founded by brothers Eric Nam, Brian Nam, and Eddie Nam in 2019.
- What is the 'Mindset' app?
- Mindset is a daily self-care and wellness app created by DIVE Studios. It features audio collections of personal stories and life lessons from artists and celebrities.
- What is the format of 'Get Real'?
- It's a talk show with multiple hosts, all of whom are K-pop artists. They have casual, long-form conversations with guest artists about their careers, personal lives, and cultural identity. [9, fd-C7mBrV1k]
- Is DIVE Studios still active?
- Yes, the DIVE Studios YouTube channel posts new content, including full episodes and clips, on a daily basis.
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- [01]DIVE Studios Official Websitethedivestudios.com
- [02]DIVE Studios Company Profile | PrivCoprivco.com
- [03]Eric Nam shares story behind podcast production company Dive Studiosnews.abs-cbn.com
- [04]Get Real | K.A.R.D Wiki - Fandomkard.fandom.com
- [05]BM (KARD) Profile and Facts | Kpop Profileskprofiles.com
- [06]PENIEL (BTOB) Profile | Kpop Profileskprofiles.com
- [07]Ashley Choi (최빛나) - MyDramaListmydramalist.com
- [08]JUNNY - Artist Profile - AdmitONEadmitone.com
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