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Nicole de Souza

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.

Articles by Nicole de Souza (7)

Nicole de Souza 29 Jun 2021

K-drama takes a dark turn

How K-pop and K-culture pose a threat to Kim Jong-un’s rule
Nicole de Souza 14 Sep 2020

Cut! How Hollywood self-censors on China

The Disney remake of Mulan has put Hollywood in an uncomfortable spotlight of its own.
Nicole de Souza 20 Apr 2020

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.
Nicole de Souza 20 Mar 2019

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.
Nicole de Souza 6 Dec 2018

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.
Nicole de Souza 6 Aug 2018

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.
Nicole de Souza 15 Feb 2018

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.