Cheat day

Baekban Debate

In the evening, I visited N Restaurant in Cheongok-dong, Donghae City.

The break time just ended, so it was relatively quiet, but since it’s a place that does well during lunch and naengmyeon isn’t really a dinner food, I guess that’s why.

I was shown to my seat and checked the menu.

Pyongyang cold noodles, Hamhung cold noodles, warm noodles, plain noodles, boiled pork, and uniquely, fried chicken.

The oil is completely rendered out, making it lean, but both the skin and meat are chewy; the downside is that it takes a long time to cook.

Because of that, we have to order in advance over the phone, but now that we’ve reduced our meal portions, it’s too much for just the two of us to eat.

Let’s postpone the fried chicken for next time.

“Two Pyongyang cold noodles, please.”

I ordered two servings of the house specialty, Pyongyang cold noodles.

According to Baek Woo-jin, while Pyongyang and Hamhung are famous now, originally, Pyongyang and Jinju were the ones representing naengmyeon.

Regardless, it seems that the popularity of Pyongyang cold noodles has remained consistent both in the past and now.

They say even the kings of Joseon enjoyed eating it.

“Mom, do you know when naengmyeon started being delivered?”

“Well?”

“Since 1768.”

The other day, during the naengmyeon broadcast, Baek Woo-jin explained it.

The first recorded mention of delivery naengmyeon is in July 1768 in Hwang Yun-seok’s diary.

Hwang Yoon-seok wrote, “The day after taking the civil service exam, I ordered Pyongyang cold noodles for lunch with my companions,” so while the record states 1768, the actual delivery of the cold noodles would have been earlier than that.

“It’s been a really long time.”

“Right.” Our country really started food delivery very quickly. There was a reason why the delivery app was doing well.

“Does that have anything to do with it?”

“Because you like to eat comfortably at home?” We used to order jajangmyeon even before delivery apps existed. Like a beach, for example. “Isn’t it just a bit too much to be called ‘The People of Delivery’?”

My mother chuckled softly.

“But you don’t eat bibimbap and just drink water?”

“The water is better.”

“They say bibimbap is better on the show.”

“Because it’s a broadcast.”

In the Baekban Debate, they did support bibim naengmyeon, but they prefer Pyeongyang or Jinju naengmyeon over Hamhung-style bibim naengmyeon.

I also like cool and clear broth.

Because I prefer buckwheat noodles that are chewy and have a hearty bite over starchy, chewy noodles.

“Enjoy your meal.”

The waiter brought the cold noodles.

Judging by its milky color, it is high-purity buckwheat noodles.

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As I lift the plate and sip the broth, the subtle aroma of buckwheat wafts through the air, and the beef broth seeps into my body.

Even though it has been steeped for a long time, it has removed all the oil, making it taste deep and clear like a well.

I like this feeling, so as soon as I get the food, I take a big sip of the broth, and when I mix in the noodles, I eat the egg to protect the broth.

I pick up the well-prepared buckwheat noodles and put a mouthful in my mouth.

As expected from noodles with a high buckwheat content, they break apart with a satisfying crunch with each bite, and each time, the buckwheat aroma blends with the broth, delivering an indescribable pleasure.

The reason for eating Pyongyang cold noodles is the elegance felt amidst this simplicity.

“But is it okay to eat something like this?”

My mother asked with concern.

“They say buckwheat noodles are good.”

The fact that the fiber itself has undergone a refining process means it is quickly absorbed by the body.

The fact that it is quickly absorbed means that it also affects blood sugar levels, making it a fattening food.

Fortunately, buckwheat itself is said to have a low glycemic index.

“There is something called the GI, which is the glycemic index. If it’s lower than 55, it’s a good food; if it’s lower than 70, it’s average; and if it’s higher, it’s a food that can easily make you gain weight. But buckwheat noodles are only 54.”

Since the glycemic index of brown rice is 55, buckwheat noodles are truly a blessing for diabetes patients.

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I came home and turned on my laptop.

I stayed up all night on Thursday and Friday to do the broadcast and editing before coming back to my hometown, so I couldn’t check my work emails.

I came home, had lunch, took a nap, woke up, went out for dinner, and when I came back, I couldn’t even properly check the video reactions.

“Where.”

I accessed the side dish store, but something seems off.

The view counts for the Baekban Debate videos ‘Mul Naengmyeon vs Bibim Naengmyeon’ and ‘Chocolate vs Candy’ don’t make any sense.

I can’t believe it, I refreshed it several times, but it kept increasing anyway.

The number is so enormous that saying it “blew up” is an understatement.

“Crazy.”

Since the atmosphere of the broadcasts on Thursday and Friday was quite good, I somewhat secretly hoped for it, but I didn’t expect it to be this good.

The embarrassment was only temporary.

I smiled without realizing it.

I’ve been struggling with what my main content should be for a long time, but after trying various things, it seems like I’ve finally found it.

With this, starting a full-time job is no problem at all.

I opened my inbox just to check my emails and see the community reactions, but there was a new email from Hongdangmu Entertainment sent yesterday.

“Why here?”

If it’s Hongdangmu Entertainment, it’s quite a large-scale MCN company.

It’s a place that supports the activities of internet broadcasters like YouTubers, streamers, and BJs, and takes a portion of their earnings.

I heard that recently you’ve also started management and video production.

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When I opened the email, it was indeed about the contract.

“Let’s meet and talk.”

Such matters are usually not specified in the contract terms from the contact stage.

During the meeting, we naturally discuss the details, but we don’t create any documents that could serve as evidence, and only formalize them when the contract is signed.

It’s to prevent the contract terms from being leaked, but honestly, it’s all in vain.

Among close friends, we share which company is offering what conditions, and I have also heard from Ju Ji-seung, Cha Ji-chan, and Baek Woo-jin.

“But is an MCN really necessary?”

In the case of Cha Chi-chan, who is preparing a large-scale project like crossing the country, or Baek Woo-jin, who is dedicated to terrestrial broadcasting and lectures, MCNs would be helpful.

My broadcast is different in direction from theirs.

I just invite like-minded people, have conversations, interact with the viewers, and eat delicious food.

There’s no point in sharing my earnings; I won’t gain anything from it.

“You wrote it in such detail.”

The email sent from Hongdangmu explains my channel in simple terms in detail.

The sentence itself is stiff, but it doesn’t seem like a formal contact; it really looks like someone who is genuinely interested in my channel.

(strategy)

Thanks to this, the side dish store succeeded in approaching viewers in a friendly manner.

Live broadcasts create an atmosphere where you can comfortably chat with friends, making them suitable for watching while eating or in bed.

On the other hand, in the edited videos, Banchan-yong’s wit, charm, and talent are appealing, injecting vitality into the channel.

The recently uploaded “How Long Are You Going to Stay Gloomy?”Wow, yesterday’s ‘Baekban Debate’ reflected those elements well, and as a viewer, I was able to enjoy watching it.

I’m also looking forward to the collaboration with Banya Sikgyeong scheduled for tomorrow, “I’ll Make You Side Dishes.”

In this way, Hongdangmu highly values the growth potential of Banchan Yong and the Banchan Store channel, and would like to work with you on the following matters.

● Production of self-planned video by Hongdangmu

● Appearance on a TV program

● Advertising support

● Merchandise production support

● Interaction with affiliated creators

Including the above content, I would also like to think together about the communication, meetings, and exchanges that the side dish store aims for with its viewers.

I would like to take this opportunity to meet and discuss in detail.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at the email address or phone number below. Thank you.

Planning Support Team

Proxy aged kimchi

010-XXXX-XXXX

Ag********@XX**.COM

Seobinggo-ro XX, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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It doesn’t seem like someone who just skimmed through my video because of the contract.

These days, I know exactly what kind of videos I’m uploading, what content is planned, and how I’ve been broadcasting regularly.

In the end, saying “I want to think together about the interaction that the side dish store aims for with its viewers” is something I can say because I am someone who has consistently watched your broadcasts.

“Mm.”

I don’t need an agency right now, but…

If you’re looking for someone, it would be better to work with someone who knows me well at Hongdangmu Entertainment, which has received investment from a large corporation, rather than elsewhere.

Shall we have a chat?

Thinking that way, I scrolled all the way to the end.

“……mature kimchi?”

There’s no way they would joke about an email related to the contract, and since their ID is Aged kimchi, it must be their real name.

Come to think of it, the name Eunji isn’t particularly strange either.

As I closed the email, thinking that there are also Mukssi in our country, I unconsciously let out a loud exclamation.

The first day I turned on the broadcast because I was hesitant to go into the barbecue restaurant alone.

From that time on, the person who joined the broadcast without a single chat message went by the nickname “Mukkunji.”

I thought you liked aged kimchi, but now that I think about it, it might be the name.

Is it too much of a leap?

I pressed the reply button and wrote about wanting to meet.

I wrote a question asking if you watch my broadcasts and what your nickname is, but then I deleted it because I thought it might be awkward for both of us.

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As soon as I returned to Seoul, I headed straight to Bucheon.

I was thinking about stopping by home, but I don’t have much stuff.

If I go straight, I can just take Line 1, but since I have to transfer to go home, I went straight to the Banyasikyeong studio.

Thanks to that, I arrived with plenty of time to spare and was able to ask Joo Ji-seung about MCN.

Since Tomato Corporation is the largest among broadcasting program production and MCN companies, I thought they would provide accurate information.

“There are pros and cons.”

Joo Ji-seung stroked his smooth scalp and said.

“If you get support from a place like Hongdangmu, you’ll have plenty of opportunities.” Whether it’s a TV appearance or a major project. Come to think of it, I heard that Hongdangmu is doing something big this time. It would be great if we could get in there, right? Maybe.

“What’s the downside?”

“Sharing profits is significant.” I don’t know how they do it at Hongdangmu, but I share the PPL ad revenue.

“Only external promotions?”

“Yeah.”

The PPL advertising revenue that Ju Ji-seung talks about is the act of promoting a product in exchange for compensation.

YouTube ad revenue, for example, is not included.

“Is that really big?”

“Then.” I’m 60-40.

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“Hee.”

The proportion taken is larger than expected.

“There are often times when I wonder if we really need to divide it this much.”

“Even before signing the contract with Tomato, we received a lot of advertising inquiries.”

Choi Michael chimed in.

Right now, I occasionally get inquiries about advertisements, and I’m sure Joo Ji-soo gets them even more.

So, if they take a portion under the pretext of securing an advertisement, it can certainly feel unfair.

“Then why do you keep going?”

“Because you pushed well.”

Jujiseung furrowed his brow, hesitated, and then shook his head.

“Since it’s you, I’ll be honest.”

“Yeah.”

It’s a statement made in trust, so don’t go spreading it elsewhere.

“Honestly, in a company like this, we have no choice but to focus on those who are efficient.” That’s how they can make a profit too.

“Anyway?”

“So.” It’s a bit awkward to say this, but we tend to pay extra attention to people who are doing well. Even I got a bouquet from the TV show “Tomato” last time.

“Ah.”

“We need new content, but if we don’t have any ideas, we brainstorm together and come up with videos.” If there’s an event somewhere, make sure to take care of it properly. “Helping with legal advice isn’t without its benefits.”

“Then what about people who don’t do well?”

Even if I don’t listen, I can already guess.

“I’m in a terrible mood.” This goes well sometimes, but there are times it doesn’t, right?

Most people who deal with the public are like that. Even if you haven’t made a big mistake, it will eventually be forgotten.

“Those people say they feel a bit neglected.” I thought it would go well again, so I signed the contract, but it didn’t work out. From the YouTuber’s perspective, it’s different from what they heard at first.

“You said you’d do everything, but if you don’t, it makes me feel sad.”

Right. “All the complaints just pile up, and when the time for renewal comes, you end up not extending it anyway.”

In summary, it means that when things are going well, they help, but when they are not, you have to share even what little you have.

The sense of loss, disappointment, and unfairness that comes from being compared to others, all as an extra burden.

“You’re clever.”

“You’re clever.” “When things are going well, they stick a straw in and say all sorts of nice things, but when things go wrong, it’s like throwing you away.”

These days, just hearing the phrase “putting in a straw” makes me flinch for no reason.

Because people sometimes say that I was the one who put the straw in the “Heart Sutra,” “Junkman,” and “Ugenius.”

“Just listen to me for a moment.” Well, Chan-young, you know this area well and have experience in the workplace, so you can judge which is better.

“I’m worried.” Whether to do it or not.”

“Ugh.” You’ve been doing really well lately. I even received calls from the red-faced idiot.

“Exactly.” I was startled. When I checked while coming in, it had surpassed a million.

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“Ugh.” Today, I’ll make you something delicious to celebrate.

“What are you going to do?”

Kimchi jjim. With samgyeopsal.

This person is clearly a Buddha.