Dulcé Sloan on Authenticity & K-Dramas

Dulcé Sloan, the Emmy Award-winning comedian and former correspondent for “The Daily Show,” is a force of authenticity in the entertainment world. At the recent BlerDCon 2026, she sat down with MadameNoire to discuss her passion for Korean dramas, her commitment to staying true to herself, and her dedication to uplifting Black women.

Unapologetically Herself: The Key to Authenticity

When asked about maintaining authenticity in a competitive industry, Sloan’s response was refreshingly straightforward: “I don’t know how to be anybody else.” This genuine approach permeates her work, including her popular podcast, “Chasing K-Dramas.”

On “Chasing K-Dramas,” Sloan and co-host Chrissy Choi dive deep into the world of Korean television, dissecting popular shows like “Marry My Husband” and “Dynamite Kiss.” They explore characters, plot twists, and the emotional journeys that make K-dramas so captivating. Sloan’s love for the genre dates back to her teenage years in Atlanta, where she discovered the shows on a local Korean station, appreciating their grounded and authentic storytelling.

Creating Space for Black Fandom at BlerDCon

Sloan and Choi intentionally brought “Chasing K-Dramas” to BlerDCon, recognizing the significant presence of Black women within the K-drama fandom. “The reason I brought it to BlerDCon is because a large audience for Korean drama is women of color, especially Black women,” Sloan explained. She aimed to create a space where Black fans could connect over their shared passion, noting that for a long time, many felt they had no one else to discuss these interests with, unlike more established fandoms like anime within the Black community.

She finds the “Black joy” evident at BlerDCon—where people can freely express themselves through cosplay without judgment—to be both refreshing and beautiful. Sloan emphasized the freedom of celebrating fictional characters without external validation, stating, “We’re all dressed as fictional characters, so what does it matter?” For newcomers to K-dramas, Sloan recommends the hit series “Queen of Tears” as a great starting point.

Championing Black Women and Celebrating History

Beyond her fandom discussions, Sloan is a vocal advocate for Black women. During Women’s History Month, she humorously reacted to the existence of Black Women’s History Month in April, joking, “Oh, y’all never should have told me. I get a whole another month — I’m about to be a problem.”

Her commitment extends to public discourse, where she encourages Black women to recognize their own beauty and value. Sloan also offered a perspective on activism, suggesting that the absence of Black people from certain protests can sometimes be beneficial, preventing escalation. “We’re doing you a favor by staying home,” she quipped, highlighting a nuanced view on engagement and impact.