Hong Joo-yeon and Jeon Hyun-moo Share Flirty Moments on 'Boss's Ears Are Donkey Ears'
On the December 15 episode of Boss's Ears Are Donkey Ears (사장님 귀는 당나귀 귀), announcer Hong Joo-yeon showcased her chemistry with Jeon Hyun-moo. During the show, Jeon shared anecdotes from his early career, recalling how he initially rejected offers to host educational programs, insisting instead on becoming a reporter for Entertainment Weekly (연예가중계). He reminisced about how his seniors questioned his decision, noting that he enjoyed the experience despite not appearing much on screen.
Hong Joo-in also reflected on her initial doubts about Jeon's approach, while Jeon mentioned that he often attended meetings for shows he wasn't involved in, simply for the joy of sharing ideas. He revealed that some seniors viewed him skeptically, believing he was trying to ingratiate himself to secure a position.
However, a surprising twist came when Jeon revealed that one of those seniors, Shin Won-ho, later advocated for him to be included in the revamped show Men's Qualification (남자의 자격), after realizing his genuine passion for entertainment. Jeon expressed gratitude, calling Shin his greatest benefactor in his entertainment career. Fellow panelist Park Myung-soo chimed in, admitting that Jeon’s early performances were not particularly funny but grew on him over time.
The episode also featured a playful exchange between Jeon and his 20-year-younger junior, Hong Joo-yeon, who he had met during the 2024 Paris Olympics. While giving tips to aspiring entertainers, Jeon suddenly asked Hong about her ideal type, prompting laughter from the panel. Hong responded that she likes 'cute guys' and specifically mentioned that she likes someone like Jeon, which made him smile widely.
The show concluded with a gift-giving segment where Hong presented Jeon with a face mask, humorously stating she needed it. Another junior, Kim Jin-woong, gifted Jeon a couple's t-shirt, leading to a funny moment where Jeon jokingly requested not to be touched while organizing his shirt tags, eliciting laughter from everyone.
