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Episode 8 - You're not weird. You're just a fan!
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On this episode of The Knowledge Bar, we dive into something that everybody relates to on some level: Fandom. The rise of social media, pop sensations like Taylor Swift, and mega franchises like the Marvel Cinematic Universe have taken fandom from online chat rooms to mainstream. Join us for a conversation about the origins of fandom, how we interact with it, and where it's going.
We’ll also spend time on today’s episode comforting Chris as the Lions lose more players to injury, get Patrick’s reaction to the NYT’s Year in Photos, and celebrate the death of cord drawers.
What are you drinking Recommendations:
- Alex: Old Cockney Gin - Two James Distilling - Detroit, MI
- Chris: G4 Madeira Blanco - Destileria El Pandillo - Los Altos de Jalisco
- Patrick: Macallan 12 - The Macallan - Easter Elchies, Scotland
- Ethan: Quite Brite, Belgian (Beer) - Bells Brewing - Kalamazoo, MI
Just One More Recommendations:
- Alex: Ted Lasso (TV Series) - Apple TV
- Chris: The Mosquito Bowl: A Game of Life and Death in WWII, Buzz Bissinger (book)
- Patrick: Devil’s Bargain: Steve Bannon, Donald Trump, and the Storming of the Presidency, Joshua Green (book)
- Ethan: The Last Bronycon: A Fandom autopsy - Youtube
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The Rise of Fandom Culture
32:22
Exploring the Dynamics of Fandom
33:49
The Impact of Social Media on Fandom
42:04
Personal Experiences with Fandom
47:18
Navigating Fandom Conversations
49:30
The Psychological Benefits of Fandom
51:52
The Downsides of Fandom: Knowledge Toxicity and Exclusivity
55:39
Parasocial Relationships and Their Impact
56:58
Fandoms as Social Connections
01:02:42
The Future of Fandom: Growth and Concerns
01:07:26
Toxicity in Fandoms: A Double-Edged Sword
01:12:51
The Impact of Corporate Interests on Fandoms
01:19:49
Final Thoughts on Fandoms and Community
Produced and Edited by Ethan Harig
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