The episode focused on the theme of family breadwinners, discussing the burdens carried by those who support their families. Kim Young-hee, known as 'Malja Grandma' on the show, addressed the common concern of breadwinners: "When can I finally put down the burden and rest?"
Kim shared her perspective, stating, "These days, the role of the breadwinner is not defined by gender." She revealed that she has been fulfilling this role since childhood, capturing the audience's attention. She candidly shared episodes from her life with her husband, a social novice ten years her junior, resonating with viewers.
Reflecting on her past, Kim said, "I thought life would be easier after marriage, but I continued to be the breadwinner. My school days were tough. When my family fell apart during my adolescence, I couldn't express my anger and had to be mindful of my mother. Despite that, I remained cheerful."
Kim further shared, "I met my husband when I had nothing left. He struggled to find a job during his career transition, making our married life challenging." She revealed that her husband turned down a university coaching offer, saying, "It's not my calling," which left her feeling frustrated.
Another crisis arose when Kim had to move three days after giving birth. She recounted how her husband almost jeopardized their moving plans by secretly taking out a loan to buy her a gift, which lowered his credit score.
Despite these challenges, Kim advised, "There's no need to distinguish who the breadwinner is. Nowadays, anyone can be the breadwinner." She encouraged others to find satisfaction in providing for their families.
The show also featured a segment discussing "the worst nagging that suffocates husbands," with guest Park Gun sharing how his wife often nags him to "put things back in their place." Even a former special forces soldier like him couldn't escape his wife's nagging, providing comic relief.
Meanwhile, Kim Young-hee was embroiled in a 'debt scandal' in 2019. The accuser claimed that Kim's father owed them 60 million won. Kim responded by stating she had been estranged from her father for 20 years and was unaware of the situation, leading her to step down from all her programs at the time.
Reporter: Jung Se-yoon, Ten Asia yoon@tenasia.co.kr