In Defense of Fandom

Season 3 Episode 1: Parasocial Relationships


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What happens when our minds fixate on an actor or band member or podcaster and we start to see things that aren’t there? When a fan feels so much closer to their idolized famous person than they really are?

AKA, What’s the deal with parasocial relationships?


Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @DrAnnaFunk


Music written & performed by Chris Scott: @Chrispscott


Cover art by Liz Hand: @__ellie


See full episode transcript at www.sadiewit.com

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