What does Korean boyband BTS and politicians like Justin Trudeau or Jamus Lim have in common? Answer: They have ‘stans’. But what is a ‘stan’? And how did politicians start to have them? Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the sections: Introduction to stan culture (0:17). The use of stan culture in politics (2:38). The ups and downs of stan culture in politics (6:01).