Omniscient Interfering View Episode 368: Chuseok Special - A Feast of Fun, Food, and Feats!
Introduction: The Longest Chuseok Ever Gets a Hilarious Upgrade
Kick off the holiday spirit with Omniscient Interfering View Episode 368, the ultimate Chuseok Special of The Manager! As Korea's longest holiday break unfolds, the show promises "Saturday night's fun even during Chuseok." Hosts and guests dive into laughter, heartfelt stories, and mouthwatering seasonal eats. From weight-loss confessions to giant-sized memes, this episode is packed with Gen MZ appeal and timeless charm.
Quick Episode Highlights:
- Poongja's shocking 22kg transformation
- Choi Hong Man's "Techno Goliath" life in Jeju
- Lee Yeong Ja's secret "Ingredient Manager" project
- Easy scallion recipes for solo diners and families
- Heartwarming celebrity cameos and neighborhood vibes
Spotlight on Stars: Poongja's Glow-Up and Choi Hong Man's Miniature World
The episode opens with a bang as Poongja (no longer the "full moon" of abundance) reveals her jaw-dropping weight loss: 22kg since her water activity days! The panel erupts in shock—"You look small from where you're sitting!"—proving her matchup with the episode's next guest is pure fortune.
Enter Choi Hong Man, the 2m 17cm "Techno Goliath" and ssireum legend who once toppled Bob Sapp. This Korean Giant turns everyday objects into memes: cup ramen becomes a "macaron," burgers shrink to kumquat size, and even tangerines are perfect for gonggi. The Gen MZ crowd adores his cuteness—treat him "like a baby," and watch Poongja and Yeong Ja melt into pampered bliss. (Pro tip: His 360mm shoes are custom-ordered abroad, but surprisingly affordable!)
Hong Man's backstory? Born at 4.6kg, nicknamed "Bean Man" in elementary school, he shot up like a beanstalk—1cm per month in high school, downing 4-5L of milk daily. Today, his family heights (dad at 158cm) all "came to him." But life as a giant isn't all fun: plane toilets require knee-sliding, MRI machines feel claustrophobic, and beds demand fetal positions. Yet, his positivity shines—cleaning ceilings with wet wipes and treating everything as "adjustable."
Lee Yeong Ja's Top Secret: Becoming the "Ingredient Manager" Queen
In a fall-foliage frenzy, Lee Yeong Ja unveils her passion project: Ingredient Manager from an Omniscient View! Living countryside four days a week, she's built a nationwide network for seasonal stars—like today's celeb, juicy fall scallions from Jecheon. "All ingredients are my celebrities," she declares, aiming to teach easy recipes for solo students and homemakers while boosting farmers amid unpredictable climates.
Partnering with a young scallion farmer, Yeong Ja hauls 100kg via 2-ton truck to her pop-up: Yu Mi's Grocery Store Beer Place! This no-fuss spot channels retro vibes—ramyeon, soju, and simple snacks—with a seasonal twist. Part-timer Poongja (generous portions, fast hands) and landlady Aunt Myung Hwa (born '58, elephant/boar roasts) join the chaos, unloading scallions like a comedy sketch.
Scallion Recipes to Try at Home (Chuseok-Ready!)
Yeong Ja's mission? Promote in-season eats that fight waste, amp immunity, and support farmers. Here's her lineup—simple, spicy, and scallion-forward:
- Scallion Cream Cheese Sandwich: Toast rye bread in butter, stir-fry chopped scallions, mix with cream cheese + honey. Adult bagel vibes in minutes!
- Scallion Kimchi: Mix split scallions with anchovy/blue crab sauce, green plum syrup, starch syrup (for no-wateriness), chili powder, and onions. Ferment and pair with Chapagetti.
- Scallion Tteokbokki: Stir-fry gochujang in beef-marinated sauce, add heaps of scallions for infused oil, boil rice/flour cakes, top with fresh scallion "blanket" and fish cakes.
- Pork Belly Scallion Jeon: Use pork fat for frying, lightly batter julienned scallions + crushed anchovies + Cheongyang peppers. Umami bomb!
- Fish Cake Yukjeon: Egg-coat bite-sized fish cakes, pan-fry, season with scallion sauce. Kid-friendly drinking snack.
- Jjajangmyeon on a Tray: Mix Chapagetti with scallion oil—trendy, shareable, and saucy.
- Grilled-Steamed Blue Crabs & Prawns: Season in-season catches, steam-grill under cast-iron lid, top with scallions. Deeper flavor than plain steaming!
Bonus: Jollypong Latte (oat milk + Jollypong + honey) for a nutty, crunchy boost. These dishes scream Chuseok—fresh, festive, and foolproof.
Hong Man's Jeju Dawn Routine: From Sunrise Hikes to Rice Cake Shenanigans
Shift to Jeju, where Hong Man (with manager Ahn Deok Gi and friend Bu Sang Hun) embraces normalcy post-lawsuit hiatus. Up at 4-5 AM, he devours 12 quail eggs (they look tiny!), 5 yogurt drinks, and banana milk in a 1.18L tumbler. Supplements? 20 tablets daily. Breakfast? Jeju pork noodle soup + yukjeon + murex salad—7-9 meals a day keep his 165kg frame steady (fluctuates 20-30kg!).
Dawn hikes on oreums (Jeju's 360 mini-volcanoes) with 20kg "Latte" (a massive dog that dwarfs his 170cm manager) end in sunrise wishes for health. Then, part-time at an omegi rice cake shop (frequented by Son Heung-min!): Lifting 12kg batter one-handed, shaping 67g pieces flawlessly, and charming the owner's daughters into viral "Ssal Bori Game" hugs (13M views!).
Gym sessions? Deadlifting his body weight while others ride him like a fairy tale giant. And romance rumors? 10 suitors post-dating reveal—Jeju's healing him one hike at a time.
Neighborhood Buzz & Chef Teasers: Culinary Class Wars Sneak Peek
Back at Yu Mi's, customers flock: Kimchi Queen ZAZZ (with lookalike brother), Gi Ru (the "mountain pig"), and hikers like Lee Taek Jo (serenading over crabs). Yeong Ja shares scallion bouquets like rice cakes—turning the alley into "Scallion Street." Myung Hwa preps diligently post-roasts, proving harsh words hide a soft heart.
Tease: Chef Jo Seo Hyeong's Korean dining empire expands—34kg giant octopus, sawdust blue crabs, wild sea urchin roe. Her groom-to-be debut? Wedding-delayed bliss amid five-sense feasts. Plus, Hong Man's "Hongliver Travels" continue next week!
Why Watch Episode 368? SEO-Worthy Holiday Inspiration
This Chuseok gem blends nostalgia (grocery store beer vibes), education (seasonal scallion hacks), and inspiration (overcoming giants—literal and figurative). Stream now for laughs that outlast the holiday. Craving more? Search Omniscient Interfering View recaps for episodes blending K-variety magic with real-talk resilience.
Tags: Chuseok recipes, Choi Hong Man facts, Lee Yeong Ja projects, Korean show highlights, Jeju lifestyle