Ji Suk Jin is showing just how serious he is about the stock market!
In the 8th episode of Netflix’s daily variety show ‘Manhakdo Ji-ssi’, releasing on May 11, history storyteller Sun Kim joins the cast to dive deep into the US-Iran war that shook the world.
During the episode, Ji Suk Jin gives an honest reaction, admitting, “I’m from the older generation, but there’s still a lot I don’t know about the Iran war.” Meanwhile, Mimi keeps the energy high by showering the guest with her signature innocent questions.
Sun Kim provides a bold analysis of the conflict, stating, “Practically, it’s a war between Iran and Israel. It’s a war led by Israel, not the US,” and explains the background of why the US joined in. He even shares a candid take on the interpretation that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “gaslighted” US President Trump. Ji Suk Jin couldn’t hide his laughter at Sun Kim’s vivid descriptions, remarking that he’s “like a comedian.”
The episode also delves into the critical background of how the US and Iran became rivals following Khomeini’s Islamic Revolution in 1979, as well as Iran’s situation just before developing nuclear weapons. The discussion on the powerful Jewish networks influencing US politics, business, and global media is expected to be particularly gripping. Seeing Ji Suk Jin and Mimi in full “study mode,” Sun Kim jokes, “This is a very high-class broadcast.”
Sun Kim promises “first-time revelations” exclusive to ‘Manhakdo Ji-ssi’. He explains everything from the birth and reality of the Revolutionary Guard, Iran’s absolute power group, to the economic impact of blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a key global trade route.
Some surprising facts about Dubai also come to light. Sun Kim explains, “People think of Dubai as an oil money city, but in reality, it has very little oil,” while detailing its growth as a Middle Eastern business hub and why it became a target for Iran. Mimi flusters Sun Kim with a random comment, saying, “Dubai chocolate and pistachios must be selling so well!”
With international oil prices fluctuating due to the Middle East conflict, attention is focused on how a prolonged war might affect Korea. Ji Suk Jin expresses his wish for a world without war, stating, “I hope a world without war comes. The stock market will only improve when world peace comes.” He showed his passion for stocks by continuing to ask investment-related questions even after the recording ended.
Ji Suk Jin has previously opened up about his struggles with failed stock investments on various shows. In ‘Manhakdo Ji-ssi’, he confesses to the heartbreak he suffered from investing, which led him to spend five years simply watching the market from the sidelines, along with other painful experiences.
