Nicole de Souza
Biography
Publications
Nicole de Souza is a freelance writer and audio content creator with a Masters of Journalism degree from the University of Melbourne. Her work has been featured in places such as VICE, ABC and All The Best.
K-drama takes a dark turn
How K-pop and K-culture pose a threat to Kim Jong-un’s rule
Cut! How Hollywood self-censors on China
The Disney remake of Mulan has put Hollywood in an uncomfortable spotlight of its own.
The Nth Room case and modern slavery in the digital space
South Korea is again confronted by an example of women being exploited – and the global challenge of misused technology.
The K-Pop sex and drugs scandal sweeping South Korea
It started with Big Bang and has spiralled into an ever-widening controversy, with privilege and misogyny at the heart.
Rap song sparks a gender conversation in South Korea
The lyrics criticise the #metoo movement and question why women aren’t required to enlist in the military.
Idols in South Korea and Japan
A reality TV contest for pop music contestants from South Korea and Japan has an undertone of national competition, too.
Jonghyun and depression in South Korea
The death of a K-pop star has focused attention on the high rate of suicide in South Korea.
