Close Up
How Toxic Fandoms Undermine The Enjoyment of All | Close Up E140
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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…