TOPIK & Beyond

This summer, TOPIK & Beyond is pausing regular teaching episodes for something different: an 8-week story series, told entirely in Korean. This is Chapter 1 of 여름 휴가 (Summer Vacation) - a four-chapter story, one chapter each Tuesday.

There's no in-episode explanation this time - just the story. Translation and vocabulary are available in the study guide below, if you'd like to look closer.


What You'll Hear
  • A short story in natural, spoken Korean
  • Vocabulary connected to arrival, travel, and returning home (12 expressions, in the study guide) 

Study Guide
📄 Download this chapter's translation and vocabulary → https://www.joaacademy.com/topik-and-beyond/summer-2026/chapter-1

  
Connect
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📸  Instagram: @korean.joaacademy
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💌  Korean FLOW Club: www.joaacademy.com/the-korean-flow-club


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What is TOPIK & Beyond?

Welcome to TOPIK & Beyond! Whether you're just starting to learn Korean or preparing to pass the TOPIK exam, this podcast is your companion on the journey. In each episode, we’ll explore useful vocabulary, essential grammar, and real-life stories from daily life in Korea to help you master the language and feel more confident. Tune in to learn practical tips, cultural insights, and much more, taking your Korean skills beyond the classroom!