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Podcast: The Colin McEnroe Show
Episode: The psychology of fandom: Why we care so much about fictional characters
Description: This hour is about the psychology of fandom. We look at how the mind of a fan operates. We talk with experts about the mental attachments and connections fans have with their favorite shows and fictional characters. Plus, there are many reasons why one becomes a fan. We’ll talk about that, and how fandoms have evolved over time. Finally, a look at the types of emotions fans feel and how they express them in fanfiction and other forms of transformative fandom. GUESTS: Lynn Zubernis: Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Professor at West Chester University, who...