The state of online fandom is decidednly toxic. Joe and Justin break down the ways in which this toxicity manifests and outline steps to improve the well-being of everybody who considers themselves a "fan".

04:35 A History of Passionate Nerds

11:55 IP Is Inter-generational

18:12 Lack of Understanding Franchise Themes

30:52 Lack of Critical Awareness

42:36 Commodification of Hate

47:28 A Path to Bettering Fandom: Stage 1

53:10 Bettering Fandom Stage 2

01:02:03 Bettering Fandom Stage 3

01:07:33 Wrap-up

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Recorded by Joseph Morin and Justin Church

Edited by Joseph Morin

Close Up cover art by Justin Church

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