Pisik University "Hope to Be of Some Help"
Previously Posted Apology Over Insulting Yeongyang-gun Controversy
The YouTube channel 'Pisik University,' which sparked controversy by posting a video disparaging Yeongyang, Gyeongbuk, has donated goods worth 50 million won to Yeongyang, which suffered heavy rain damage.
According to Yonhap News on the 17th, 'Pisik University' stated, "Upon hearing the news of the heavy rain in Yeongyang County, we delivered goods worth 50 million won to the Yeongyang County Office." They added, "We wanted to offer support to the residents of Yeongyang who must have been disheartened by the sudden heavy rain through this donation." The donated items include refrigerators, washing machines, fans, rice cookers, and televisions.
'Pisik University' members. From the left, Yongju Lee, Minsu Kim, Jaehyung Jung. [Image provided by Metacomedy]
Earlier, the YouTube channel 'Pisik University,' operated by comedians Jung Jae-hyung, Kim Min-soo, and Lee Yong-joo, visited Yeongyang County in May and became embroiled in controversy over disparaging remarks about the region.
At a local restaurant serving baekban (set meals), they made harsh comments such as "The menu honestly lacks any distinctive features" and "The menu is meaningless, so you have to eat whatever is given." Regarding blueberry jelly purchased at a mart, they said it tasted like "grandma's flavor" and remarked, "It feels like I'm biting into grandma's flesh." They also said, "It's just not fun at all," and "The river looked pretty from above, but from below, it looked like sewage water," which sparked public criticism.
As the controversy grew, 'Pisik University' issued an apology, stating, "We sincerely apologize to everyone who was hurt by our immaturity." They continued, "We deeply bow our heads and apologize to the residents of Yeongyang County who live their lives there," and added, "Although it has not been realized yet, we will continuously strive to find ways to correct our mistakes in some form in the future." Afterward, 'Pisik University' halted video uploads but resumed uploading on the 9th, about two months later.
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