

The Host
Ashley, creator and host of A3Day Podcasts, is a digital journalist, consultant and online media creator. As an authority on the Hallyu Wave phenomenon with an emphasis on K-pop, she is a sought-after speaker who has collaborated on projects and events with both domestic and South Korean-based companies and brands.
As a digital journalist and consultant, she has showcased her writing skills on various popular websites, such as Korean entertainment websites KpopStarz, The Kraze, and MACG Magazine. Her knowledge and appreciation for South Korea also earned her the distinction of an honorary reporter with Korea.net, and consultancy with tastemakers in the music, film and entertainment industry.
Experience
- Indie A&R, 2010 - 2012
- K-pop commentator, 2012 - present
- Indie music producer, 2014 - present
- Kpopstarz - Digital Journalist, 2013 - 2015
- Aewen Radio - Podcast Cohost, 2014
- KCON USA - Special Guest, 2014 - 2017
- KPSN Podcast Fest, 2020 - 2022
- MACG Productions, LLC - Co-Owner, 2014 - 2020
Awards and Accomplishments
- Yonsei University - Gender, Family, and Social Change in Contemporary South Korea, 2020
- Guinness World Record participant - Podfest Global Summit, 2020
- Quill Podcast Awards - nominated finalist, 2021
- Sonic Bloom Awards - Innovator finalist, 2023
Past Work and Appearances
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KIOK - 2018 Collections [Digital] - Kcrush
On Saturday, March 24 South Korea's catwalks and trendsetters converged at Dongdaemun Design Plaza for the last day of Hera Seoul Fashion Week 2018 . The global fashion event is held twice a year in March and October, providing designers of all caliber with the opportunity to compete with the likes of London, Milan, New York and Paris.
Publication Date: 03/29/2023
GOT7 Mini-Issue [Print] - The Kraze
In this third installment of The Kraze's mini-issue, I contributed a story hypothesizing about the future album post-JYP Entertainment of globally popular boy group GOT7.
Publication Date: 05/26/2021
When Gaming Grows "Wrong": Telltale Games Cautionary Lesson for Indie Gaming? [Digital] - MACG Magazine
The buzz on the gaming scene for the past few days has rightfully been about unexpected hardships for Telltale Games.
Publication Date: 10/14/2018
'Asia On Tour' Lineup Rocked Dallas, Texas. Hard. [Digital] - MACG Magazine
Texas House of Blues locations recently welcomed Live Nation's "Asia On Tour feat. MIYAVI" on April 14 in Dallas and April 15 in Houston. The consecutive evenings delivered an unforgettable cross-cultural music experience, introducing new listeners to proven artists from other countries while simultaneously treating them to world-renowned musician MIYAVI's "Firebird" world tour.
Publication Date: 04/22/2017
Toronto the Good: The Next Big Hallyu Stop In North America [Digital] - ATK Magazine
No matter how you refer to the city of Toronto – also known as “The Queen City” and “Toronto the Good” – it is the city’s motto, “Diversity Our Strength,” that positively reflects the continuous efforts of Torontonians to embrace the Hallyu community. The Canadian city is already a prominent player within the arts, so it only seems logical to welcome the dynamic Korean entertainment world into its folds. As a resident of the United States’ current new hub for Korean entertainment, here are 3 reasons why I believe that Toronto is the next big thing for North American K-pop fans.
Publication Date: 02/06/2016
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