Interpreter and media personality Ahn Hyun Mo shares insider stories from the 2025 Gyeongju Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) International Conference, which hosted leaders from 21 countries. She also reveals a pulse-racing behind-the-scenes moment when she found herself alone with former U.S. President Donald Trump.
The upcoming episode of MBC’s Radio Star, set to air on Wednesday, features a special segment titled, Too Much TALK GPT, with guests Lee Dong Jin, Ahn Hyun Mo, Orbit, and Nucksal.
Ahn Hyun Mo, who served as the host for the APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025 in Gyeongju last year, discusses the unexpected turns of events due to delays in leaders’ schedules. She recounts having to address the audience directly, explaining the situation and offering apologies, only to be met with surprising applause despite the challenging circumstances.
In a particularly intriguing revelation, Ahn Hyun Mo reflects on a moment when she found herself alone with former President Trump amid tight security, promising listeners some captivating behind-the-scenes details. She also shares memorable encounters with industry titans like NVIDIA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jensen Huang and Samsung Chairman Lee Jae Yong.
Ahn Hyun Mo also touches on her experience at the APEC event alongside her aunt, a pioneering international interpreter. This marked their first collaboration, with Ahn Hyun Mo hosting while her aunt interpreted. She highlights how her family’s expertise in languages and international affairs provided invaluable support, naturally seguing into discussions about their family’s reputation for linguistic prowess.
The chemistry Ahn Hyun Mo has developed through her YouTube collaborations with Lee Dong Jin and Orbit is also highlighted. She describes their effortless rapport, noting how their conversations flow seamlessly when the trio gets together. Apparently, Ahn Hyun Mo’s candid revelations have brought laughter to the studio, even causing Lee Don Jin to burst into fits of laughter.
Catch Radio Star at 10:30 p.m. (South Korean time) on the scheduled date for all these exciting stories and more.