Kim Jong-kook confessed to health issues. On the episode of SBS variety show "Running Man" aired on the 15th, Kim Jong-kook appeared with Haha's support, causing concern among the members. He revealed, "I was diagnosed with a strange illness I had never heard of before," explaining that there was a problem with his cochlea. Ji Suk-jin explained, "It seems to be an issue with his sense of balance." Yoo Jae-suk said, "Since he wasn't feeling well, I told him to go inside and rest, but he refused." Kim Jong-kook mentioned his childhood family atmosphere, saying, "When I contacted my mother, she said, 'You still have to go to the shoot, don't you?'" He emphasized that his health issue is temporary and said, "They said it should get better in about a week."

Short track national team athletes appeared as guests on this episode. Choi Min-jung, Noh Do-hee, Lee Joon-seo, Lee Jung-min, and Shin Dong-min brought energy to the show. Yoo Jae-suk commented on them, saying, "These days, athletes from various countries have improved their skills tremendously, so it's not easy." Choi Min-jung joked, "It wasn't easy, so I only won two medals." She is the most decorated Korean athlete in history and stated, "Including this time, I have seven medals." Noh Do-hee shared her thoughts, saying, "I was very nervous, but even though it was my first time competing, I think I enjoyed the game."

Yang Se-chan and Ji Ye-eun revealed a pink love line during the broadcast. When Yang Se-chan helped Ji Ye-eun put on inline skates, Haha joked, "Boyfriend is so devoted." Ji Ye-eun smiled and said, "He likes me so much. My heart has kind of opened up now." Yang Se-chan did not deny it. Haha and Ji Ye-eun's playful chemistry brought laughter to the viewers.

During the team vote where penalty balls are automatically assigned, there was a scene where Haha conspired with the team members to give Ji Ye-eun a unanimous vote. Haha said, "I fail, but you fail too. That's the motto of Running Man." Ji Suk-jin joked, "The spirit of Running Man is that we can't stand to see others do well." Song Ji-hyo got upset and laughed, telling Yang Se-chan, who was trying to give her all the votes, "Don't vote for me! From now on, you and I are at war." Yang Se-chan responded embarrassedly, "This is the kind of game it is," but he didn't stop voting for Song Ji-hyo, causing bursts of laughter.

This episode, filled with various episodes alongside Kim Jong-kook's health issues, brought great laughter to the viewers. Kim Jong-kook will work on recovering his health, and the members enriched the program with their unique personalities and humor. This broadcast once again confirmed the charm of "Running Man."