‘Greek-Roman mythology – the private life of the gods’. photo ㅣMBNSeol Min-seok, a lecturer in Korean history who stopped broadcasting due to suspicion of plagiarism of his master’s thesis, is making a comeback following two years.
MBN’s new program ‘Greece and Roman Myths-Private Life of the Gods’ (hereinfollowing ‘Grosin’), which will be aired for the first time on the 1st, is a new concept talk show that digs into the classic ‘Greece and Roman mythology’, a must-read for modern people. Actors Han Ga-in and Kim Heon Professor Han Gemma, a professor at the Humanities Research Institute at Seoul National University and creative director
It is expected to become a ‘smart encyclopedia for adults’ where you can feel the culture, wisdom, humor, and even emotion hidden in the myths.
In particular, Seol Min-seok unravels the ‘myth story’ by passionately writing explanations on the blackboard with his unique charismatic eloquence.
Seol Min-seok said, “The story of Greek and Roman mythology is really interesting compared to other classics. But it’s not only fun, it’s also a lesson in it. And Greco-Roman mythology gives answers, if not answers, to how we should live. I want to share that realization with you.”
In the first trailer, ‘storyteller’ Min-seok Seol gives an immersive feeling as if he is watching a drama, while Jeong Seung-je, a math instructor who is fully supported by the MZ generation as ‘the god of mathematics’ and ‘savior of the despairing’, is a guest. A surprise appeared and filled the studio.
Before the comeback, Seol Min-seok also shared his thoughts and determination to participate in this program on Facebook.
“I am spending time to reflect on myself while focusing on research with the mindset I had when I first encountered history,” he said.
The production team said, “In the story of ’49 Gold Spicy Taste’ prepared by Seol Min-seok, Han Ga-in, the representative of the audience, constantly releases steamed reactions. In addition, Kim Heon and Han Gemma add a variety of perspectives and interpretations related to the myth, adding even more fun. Please look forward to the first episode of ‘Grosin’, which will properly reveal the reality of the great gods.”
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