aka SEOUL: A Korean Adoptee Story (Part 1 of 7) | NBC Asian America
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- Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
- In part 1 of “aka SEOUL,” alternative rapper and Korean adoptee Dan Matthews returns to Korea three years after meeting his biological family, and brings his mothers together for the first time.
“aka SEOUL" is a follow up to the documentary series “aka DAN," which chronicled the 2013 journey of alternative rapper and Korean adoptee Dan Matthews as he reconnected with his biological family, including a twin brother he never knew about. Three years later, audiences will see Matthews and four other Korean adoptees visit Korea during the summer of 2016 and shed light on other aspects of the adoptee identity.
Featuring: Dan Matthews ( / danakadan , Chelsea Katsaros, Siri Szemenkar, Min Matson, Peter Boskey
Director: Jon Maxwell
Executive Producer: Dan Matthews, International Secret Agents (ISAtv)
Producing Supervisor: Traci G. Lee
Director of Photography: Ray Huang
Editor: Marcus Valerio
Production: Rommel Andaya
Producer: Rebecca Jung, KP
Music Supervisor: Chanda Dancy-Morizawa
Title Track - Rell The Soundbender ft. Satica - Bloom
Special Thanks: Tim, Kim, and Jackie Holm, & 2016 IKAA Gathering and Staff, Jasmine Lee
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aka SEOUL: A Korean Adoptee Story (Part 1 of 7) | NBC Asian America
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Dan is so lucky. His mother who raised him is an awesome big hearted lady.
He has such a healthy view of his adoption. Some adoptees, especially international, struggle with feelings of deep rejection and unforgiveness... and understandably so. But it's good to see both biological and adoptive families come together and support each other.
Dan is lucky enough that his adoptive families are kind and love him like he is thier own.❤
Moms understand Moms.
Dan, you are a fortunate person. Your mom didn't look at you as a stranger she looked at you knowing that you are her son(both moms). I hope you as a man let your mom know how much you love her( the mom who raised you) And I'm glad your biological family was/is loving as your family. Best wishes and happiness.
It’s a strange experience. I never felt close to my biological parents when I’ve met them. I’ve seen them over 5 times over the years. I do feel bad for my biological mom since she’s getting old these days.
Anyway, the best way is to just let them feed you.
His twin brother is such a sweetheart!!
I watched Dan's documentary 3 years back, and I am very lucky to meet him in person when he came to Malaysia to perform. I really admire his passion and the way he shows us the story as a Korean Adoptee. I am so glad to be watching this again where both mothers met. Hopefully he will continue inspiring more adoptees in finding their roots and that missing piece in their life :)
Dan's twin brother is so humble.
사정이 있어 입양을 보낸 친부모님도 입양해서 키워주신 양부모님도 모두 좋은분들 같아요. 바르게 잘 큰 모습을 보니 흐뭇합니다.
Love how both moms embraced and have a mutual respect for one another. Such an amazing story.
My dad is 44 and is also an Korean adoptee he still doesn't know his Korean family BUT I have send a mail to the adoption centre in Korea I hope that I get a response back from them
How did it go?
I'm so thrilled to see this! I wondered how Dan and his family were doing! I loved his documentary! Much love to you Dan! I can't wait to watch all of these!
Mrs Matthews is a terrific person. She did an amazing job!! Congrats!
your moms are so sweet and beautiful!!! and thanks for share your experience!
yes they are both beautiful....
DAN, I AM SO PROUD OF YOU. I am utterly in love with your passion for storytelling (wether it be your own or others). Please continue to be an inspiration
i so very much appreciate this! thank you!
it is so heartwarming to know that Dan and his biological company have kept the bond after the documentary 3 years ago. i love this documentary.
thank you so much for sharing the story!! it's very touching!! As a Korean mother, I understand why Korean woman who gives up her baby in so many reasons. But in her heart, she have never forgotten her baby and have never stopped to love her baby. thank you for the lovely story!!
Having two moms that love you is a blessing.
I am so thankful for dan Matthews for this since I want to find my mother
glad you watched this and it inspired you
dan by the way love the fact you have worked with far East movement
This is an old message, but have you tried G.O.A.L.?
I'm not trying to disappoint you in any way but before you do that, be prepared for a broken heart.
So beautiful I am sure how much his biological mom has much respect for the wonderful job you raised Dan! This meeting his moms so heartwarming! ❤ thank you !
You are blessed to have 2 families loving you dearly. Spread the love and positivity. Kudos to you.
Both your mom are amazing. Crying because of how beautiful this moment was for you guys.
This is so powerful, and so sweet. My favorite part is definitely the bond between both mothers...absolutely adorable.
The most beautiful thing I've seen. I wish them the best. Family is very important.....
It is like a volcanic eruption of love, love and more love! Both moms are awesome and totally non possessive and freely sharing and giving their love! Dan is terrific and is the son every mom would love to have! Are there any new updates of Dan and his families? Thanks so much for this production- very uplifting
Its nice to see a follow up story to the other documentary... keep it up!
Which part of Aus? I too came from the same Adoption agency as Dan... We both came from Eastern Social Welfare Society... sadly I never got the opportunity to meet my biological parents... but what I was told about my biological mum, is that she got pregnant and due to her being young at the time, she didn't have the financial means to support her kid/s (who knows who else is in my family) so that's when I was placed at Eastern Social Welfare Society (ESWS) From there I was flown out to Australia to be with my now family....
I am forever grateful for Eastern Social Welfare Society and the work they do, I too am grateful for my parents I have now....
As I turn 24 today, I have taken the time to look back and reflect on my life and I am just so blessed to be where I am today...
When I get a little older, I would like to meet someone who will adopt a children too.... If i can give any child a second chance in life, i will do it....
"We really didn't have a language barrier"... BEAUTIFUL!!!!
I hope Dan feels lucky for he’s so loved by his adopted family and also by his biological family. Such a moving real life stories.
I love how Dan has love for both his Moms and families!! He doesn't seem bitter to either one. Some stories I've seen, the kid resents one family. He is a very beautiful, respectful and empathetic person. I am so glad the American mom was respectful of the Korean family because some American families who adopt don't have respect for the culture of origin. Both the biological and adopted family are awesome!
As with akaDan, I know that this is going to tell some incredible life stories. The tissues are ready for the next installment.
You are so intelligent, thoughtful, talented and handsome....Anyone would love having you as their son. I am so happy for your new found joy...
I am a fellow Korean adoptee and have been incredibly scared to start the search for my birthparents, despite having the support of my family. I hope when/if I start, that this experience will also be positive. It's so nice to find somebody that has had similar questions to me regarding everything encompassing their adoption. Thanks for sharing your personal story and the many others that shared their lives with us.
Have you thought of traveling to Korea? Maybe just travel to your place of birth. Hopefully that will give you strength and the courage to start. My boyfriend is a Korean adoptee also. I'm taking him to Korea to visit Busan where he was born this year. Hoping it will give him some courage too. Best wishes to you!
Nothing to fear. If anything, it’s an awkward experience because of the language barrier. And it’s super cool to visit Korea. (I met my family many years ago.)
Keep going man keep helping others life is crazy the way it opens up to us to show us such a people future with answers and then can slam shut and keep you in a confused hole in your own life. You all are breaking out and finding yourself and bringing purpose to each other and individually. I know my parents one may only be around but I feel such love and connection for you all. I hope our paths cross one day.
I loved your documentary and it made me cry
seeing both of your mothers together is making me cry like a baby!! I hope one day I'll have that too
This is sooo beautiful! I’m in tears, I’m so happy that this young man gets to have both of his mom’s! 🌼🌸
He is lucky to have this wonderful women's in his life
Yes two mothers.
Your adoptive mother is a beautiful person
I love you Dan
Just came across this. Cried buckets. So happy for you and your families. You are so blessed to have two loving families. I would love to see an interview/youtube video of how your biological family reacted to the news that they had a son/brother alive and well, who wanted to meet the. How did this affect/impact them.
I haven't been back to Korea in years. This is a beautiful story I'd love to hang with you over there.
Adoptee Mom-you did a loving care of raising aka Dan.
Happy to hear an update on Dan and his family. Excited to see that his Moms got to meet.
the one thing that makes me soo happy n proud of u that u are soo well brought up..you have respect for both families
oh my god this is one of the most intriguing and facinating stories I have ever known.
Wow, Dan, who knew that your little Kickstarter project would blow up so big! Kudos to you, and I'm looking forward to watching these new stories.
It's nice to be surrounded by so much love. Your mom did a great job!!
This melted my heart. I love all the kindness and compassion.
Awwww Dans Mothers was so sweet, they Held hands and they hugged....very very sweet
they are both amazing
Dan's mom is such a sweetheart so is his biological mother.
I've just watched all documentaries of Dan's. Every single ones made me cry. Lol. I can't tell If this is really touching video and others feel it in the same way or just because of I 'm getting old. hehe. Anyways thank you guys doing great job.
I'm so happy for you, Dan, & your 2 mothers. & whole family. Love & Light.
You are very fortunate to have the love of two moms.... i'm sure both of them love you very much. You are indeed blessed!!!
마지막에 사진 잘 보면 입양해주신 어머니와 댄도 서로 닮아서 진짜 신기함
저도 그렇게생각했는데 입양한부모님이랑도 닮았어요
he has a dope brother
What an amazing and incredible mom. So much light and love to you wonderful woman!!!!
Happy for you, Dan! So good to see the progress of reconnecting with your fam. :)
I got hooked on these videos. It was a great documentary.
Such a great follow up!!
I just finished watching his story about meeting his biological family and I liked it so much ,,, now I am looking forward to these new stories ...
Dan that was beautiful. You open up a hole new world to people that you don,t even know. For that I thank you. Run with it love you.Gerry
Wow, I'm completely and profoundly touched by your amazing journey documenting your inspirational adoption story. Both your mom's are virtuous, incredible, graceful and strong women! You may have lost your biological mom initially but you've now gained TWO MOM's who love and adore you for life! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR MISSION TO HELP OTHERS BRIDGE THE GAP WITH THEIR ROOTS. 🙏🏻❣️🙏🏻
Rewatched the original series. Just a great story, amazing people.
He is lucky that his birth parents acknowledge him and out of their own will, searched for him. Many adoptees are rejected and denied by their birth parents even after decades...
Live is beautifull this way..... I wish them a lot of love and health so they can enjoy their time on earth.
this was the same when my american mom meet my chinese foster family their was a lot of crying.
This is beautiful
i want to know the story about dans sister who also adopted, can you make the story about her same movie as dan.
Yes, how does your sister feel about her adoption? Now that you've found your birth family?
If you guys also want to hear another Korean adoptee story, go to Ben deens channel... he's still updating it...
awww im so happy both his mom met !!
Loved this! Thank you!
i love it!! soo much love and united. you are so great person the job you do to help others and your friends to. take care. i am going to keep watching.!!!!!
your brother is awesome man
War is the most painful😭
Such a beautiful story ❤️
i love this. so special
Kiseong really just grew 😂. Its still crazy seing how much taller and broader he is built than his parents and siblings who all resemble eachother alot. Its weird tho because him and Dan are still identical besides the difference in build. He seems like a good brother too 😊
Also he kinda looks like a taller version of rich brian 👀
I’m in love with these moms!
WTF so dan's brother is in australia??? I think I've seen him when I was eating a korean restaurant once I was like that looked like dan's brother but I was like nah he should be in korea not here. But that guy looked exactly like his brother legit.
iloveloveshinee I think someone mentioned that his brother was working in gangnam restaurant in Perth, not sure if he's still working there tho! Was that the restaurant you went too? :D
To be honest a lot of Korean look the same. I live in Perth, Australia and I've seen a lot of people that look like dan n his brother , it doesn't mean it was them , it just means there's a lot of people that look like the,
Sarah Garang Wow... No, they don’t all look alike.
@@-.-soreopb3441 lmao, way to make it racist
gostei do canal.!!👏👏💜
Great documentary
Crying.
Love your story
I feel like dan's foster mom has similar feature with Dan too
SOOOOO wonderful for you Dan, your mom & Biological mom. Maybe I missed it...but wheres your adopted dad?
The sibling thing will make the relationship last forever. I don’t have a twin, but have 2 biological siblings (6 and 8 years younger). I’ve kept in touch mostly with my sister since I met my family, but there have been gaps in communication (mostly because I am weird).
Also, my situation is odd since I have 3 Korean aunts / uncles in the states.
Wow.. M so happy for you
Extraordinary Moms !!!!!!!
A+
Just wondering, did I miss the part in your video that you are actively learning Korean language? I mean your brother's English is getting better since he resides in AU now and you have help from your friend acting as your translator... I am sure you are putting in as much efforts that I happen to miss your mention?
The adoptive mom is the mom
My dream is to adopt a child in the future, but i’m going to make sure that my child learns his mother Language
You should have added Adam Crapser’s story the adopted deportee who reunited with his birth mother
Download Hellotalk and have your fam also. Super easy translations and you can learn the language back
He was meant yo reunite with his birth mom for when his mom passes. That is what his mom was trying to tell him.
I hear a lot about Korean Adoptees there aren't a lot of South Asian stories like this.
Dan has a good view on society mainly due to the love he must have received from his mum and dad (Mrs. & Mr. Mathews).
The biological family seems doing ok, so I wonder why did they have to let Dan away???
Dan could fit in one of the lucky adoptee cases, and as I said it was on a luck, not a certainty.
I would have been really angry when seeing them do ok if I were Dan, sadly frankly.
I think that with the biological dads letter it said something along the lines of that the dad made the decision for his wife and she found out too late. It seems that they were young when she gave birth and she gave birth at her home and awoke in the hospital. There were financial problems maybe she didn’t expect to give birth to twins and taking care of 2 babies would have been difficult
so he was adopted and his twin brother wasn't or was he adopted by another korean family?
magnilsonmelo His twin wasn’t adopted.
Hey Dan get the app called LINE its a English Korean translator.