Kim Jong-kook Honored with President’s Award for Savings and Investments – Shares Experience of Undergoing Upper and Lower Endoscopies Without Sedation

Highlights from MBC’s Stingy Man: A Special Episode with Stars

The November 6 episode of MBC’s Stingy Man brought smiles and laughter to viewers with its “Shy Salt”special, starring Park Young-jin, Lee Joon, Lim Woo-il, Kim Jong-kook, and Lee Seung-hoon. This rare gathering of prominent personalities captured the attention of the audience and set the stage for engaging conversations about frugality and personal finance.

Kim Jong-kook’s Prestigious Award

During the broadcast, comedian Jang Do-yeon made a surprising announcement: Kim Jong-kook received the President’s Award on “Finance Day” acknowledging his outstanding achievements in savings and investments. Following her light-hearted suggestion to hang a congratulatory banner, Kim humorously declined, stating, “No need. It would only be used once and then discarded.” Park Young-jin chimed in, cautioning that public knowledge of his award might lead to expectations for a celebratory meal.

A Frugal Journey with Choi Sang-yeop

The episode also featured music artist Choi Sang-yeop, who showcased his resourceful nature by arriving with a cart to collect a shelf he found for free. Utilizing wired earphones cleverly to avoid tangles, he caught the attention of Kim Jong-kook, who acknowledged, “I do the same. He knows all the tricks.”

Choi’s excursion took him across the Han River, where, after securing his find, he kindly offered a drink to the shelf’s donor. Kim commented on the importance of not imposing on others, saying, “People like us don’t impose on others. It’s a nice gesture.” In addition, Choi demonstrated his environmental consciousness by picking up litter on his return and opting for reusable cloths over disposable wet wipes to clean his new shelf, a choice that drew praise from Kim: “See, you don’t need wet wipes in life.”

Money-Saving Tips and Health Insights

Later in the show, Choi humorously noted that a washing machine cleaning service could cost around 80,000 KRW, jokingly equating it to the price of sedation for medical procedures. He mentioned opting out of sedation for a recent endoscopy to save costs, which intrigued both the studio and the audience.

Kim Jong-kook then revealed his approach of undergoing both upper and lower endoscopies without sedation, causing astonishment among his co-stars. Lim Woo-il expressed disbelief, “Is that even possible?” while Park Young-jin lauded Kim, saying, “No wonder he received a Presidential Award.” Kim advocated for this method, emphasizing the possibility of conversing with the doctor during the procedure and assured that the experience was manageable, offering encouragement with, “You have to build up endurance.”

Lee Joon’s Relatable Experience

Lee Joon added to the frugal theme by sharing a personal story about his fashion choices in his 30s. He recounted how he initially struggled to keep up with friends who flaunted designer brands, resulting in feelings of envy as he opted for affordable alternatives. His humorous recollections about faking the authenticity of his clothes during school elicited laughter from the audience, especially when he recalled his first photoshoot wearing genuine Adidas gear, proudly posing to showcase the logo.

Overall, the episode not only highlighted the humorous side of frugality but also provided valuable insights and relatable stories that resonate with viewers seeking to navigate the balance of saving money while enjoying life.

Source: TV Report

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