Squid Game: The Official Podcast — Season 1, Episode 2: Gganbu Gone Wrong with Margaret Cho: Squid Game Season 1

Episode synopsis

Host Phil Yu is joined by the iconic comedian and actor, Margaret Cho as they break down episodes 4, 5, and 6 of Squid Game. The two dive into the brutal tug-of-war game, the heart-wrenching marbles showdown, and the dark twists of organ trafficking, all while exploring deeper themes of Korean culture. Plus, we call Lauren Bowser, professional mortician, to shed light on the grisly reality of organ harvesting. And Phil’s mom weighs in on what Phil’s biggest advantage would be in the games.

About Squid Game: The Official Podcast

Hosts Phil Yu and Kiera Please unpack the twisted politics of fairness, the final betrayal of the Os, and Player 456's decision to protect the baby.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Season 1 Rewatch: Episode 1 feat. Dumbfoundead
• E3The Grim Finale with Kiera Please: Squid Game Season 1
• E4Bread and Lottery Tickets: Season 2 Episode 1
• E5Halloween Party | Season 2 Episode 2
• E6001: Season 2 Episode 3
• E7Six Legs: Season 2 Episode 4
• E8One More Game | Season 2 Episode 5
• E9O X: Season 2 Episode 6
• E10Friend and Foe: Season 2 Episode 7
• E11Keys and Knives: Season 3 Episode 1
• E12The Starry Night: Season 3 Episode 2
• E13It's Not Your Fault: Season 3 Episode 3