Kim Yeong-cheol, 52, shared the habits he has kept over the past decade hosting morning radio on SBS Power FM. According to TenAsia, the show, which first aired on October 24, 2016, celebrated its 10th anniversary on October 24.

What is Kim's main rule for staying healthy?

Sleep comes first. Kim said he tries to be home by 11 p.m. and avoids staying out for second rounds, even on a close friend's birthday. He said coming home at midnight affects his voice the next day, and he sets a minimum of six hours of sleep.

How does Kim keep his vocabulary sharp?

He studies English and Japanese every morning and evening and listens to podcasts while commuting. Kim said that as a radio DJ he wants to use the right expression at the right moment, and that studying regularly is the only way to keep his vocabulary from falling short.

What is Dokjuhoe?

Since 2023 Kim has run a book club called Dokjuhoe, which meets once a month. He said the group talks about the books in earnest and has helped him clarify his life direction and enjoy reading again.

What did a listener's message change for Kim?

Kim recalled reading a listener's message about calling her widowed mother every day. He said he asked himself why he had never made that commitment, and since then he has called his own mother every day. He said the story is one he still remembers.

For international fans

Kim is known in Korea for his long-running radio work and for his familiar voice on air. Fans who follow Korean radio can view his show's anniversary as a milestone for Korean morning programming. He also said he hopes to host an all-English show around 2027, in a podcast or YouTube format, which could reach listeners outside Korea.