Ha Seok-jin Raises Awareness on AI Fake News in 'Brain Academy'

In the upcoming episode of Channel A's variety show 'Brain Academy' airing on June 26, actor Ha Seok-jin will highlight the importance of recognizing AI-generated fake news. The episode features the legendary history teacher, 'Big Star Teacher' Choi Tae-sung, who is welcomed enthusiastically by his student and 'history brain' Lee Sang-yeob.

As the cast, including Jeon Hyun-moo, Ha Seok-jin, Lee Sang-yeob, Yoon So-hee, Hwang Je-sung, and Gweido, settles into the studio, Jeon Hyun-moo reflects on missing a question last week that cost them a medal. During a political quiz presented by Dr. Kim Ji-yoon, they struggled to differentiate between a real photo of former President Trump and an AI-generated one, leading to their failure to answer correctly.

Ha Seok-jin expresses his disappointment, stating, "We fell victim to fake news." In contrast, Gweido remarks, "Did we gain awareness about fake news by getting the quiz wrong? Is the medal more important, or is it crucial to raise public awareness?" This contrast between Ha Seok-jin, the brain survival champion, and Gweido, who exudes a solemn aura, is expected to bring laughter.

As the quiz category is revealed to be 'history,' Lee Sang-yeob expresses both joy and pressure. Jeon Hyun-moo anticipates seeing the rare 'Korean History Level 1' expertise among celebrities, while Ha Seok-jin jokes, "Isn't it like a living history book?" The atmosphere shifts when the living legend of Korean history, Choi Tae-sung, who received a presidential commendation in 2025, enters the studio, prompting a standing ovation from the cast. Lee Sang-yeob passionately declares, "History is Choi Tae-sung! My teacher!"

With excitement building around the quiz and discussion on how the Joseon Dynasty has influenced modern-day Korea, viewers can look forward to this engaging episode airing at 10 PM on June 26.