Breaking Patriarchy: Women, Markets, and Change in North Korea

Discover the untold stories of North Korean women reshaping their society amidst economic and social transformation. This podcast explores the rise of informal markets led predominantly by women, challenging traditional gender roles and family dynamics. Dive into how the collapse of the command economy, the influx of foreign media, and the regime’s tightening grip create a complex interplay between empowerment, societal change, and state control. With in-depth discussions and expert insights, this series sheds light on the gendered dimensions of North Korea's evolving economic and cultural landscape.

• North Korea
• Gender roles
• Informal economy
• Social change
• Patriarchy
• Economic empowerment
• Women in business
• Regime control
• North Korean women entrepreneurs
• 1990s North Korean famine impact
• Informal market rise in North Korea
• Gender dynamics in North Korea
• Family and cultural changes in North Korea
• Juche ideology vs. modern values
• North Korea social transition
• Women and economic leadership in Pyongyang
• Foreign media influence on North Korea
• Economic collapse and gender shifts in North Korea
• East Asian Studies Podcast
• East Asia
• North Korean History
• North Korea Sociology
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