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Pittsburgh Steelers
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Psychology of Sports Fandom: Balancing Wins and Losses

Sports fandom deeply impacts mental health, with wins enhancing mood and losses causing emotional pain.
Neuroscience reveals dopamine release during wins parallels personal success, linking fans' emotions to team outcomes.
Staying balanced through hobbies and social connections can mitigate emotional lows after losses.
fromDefector
6 days ago
New York Knicks

Congratulations, You Are Officially Having A Better Day Than Several Celebrities | Defector

Pittsburgh Steelers
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Psychology of Sports Fandom: Balancing Wins and Losses

Sports fandom deeply impacts mental health, with wins enhancing mood and losses causing emotional pain.
Neuroscience reveals dopamine release during wins parallels personal success, linking fans' emotions to team outcomes.
Staying balanced through hobbies and social connections can mitigate emotional lows after losses.
fromDefector
6 days ago
New York Knicks

Congratulations, You Are Officially Having A Better Day Than Several Celebrities | Defector

#baseball
#music
SF music
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Meet the Composers of the Survivor Soundtrack-And the Fans Recreating It Online

Survivor's impact on reality TV and its fandom has evolved into various subcultures, including a fascination with its music.
SF music
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Meet the Composers of the Survivor Soundtrack-And the Fans Recreating It Online

Survivor's impact on reality TV and its fandom has evolved into various subcultures, including a fascination with its music.
New York Knicks
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

BK dad Doug Berns turns Knicks game recaps into viral musical parodies: 'It's mind blowing'

Doug Berns creates engaging musical recaps for Knicks games, resonating with fans through emotional parodies and attracting a large following.
Film
fromKqed
1 week ago

'Hurry Up Tomorrow' Will Make You Want to Skip The Weeknd

The Weeknd's film debut explores themes of fame, insomniac existence, and personal struggles, intertwined with his latest album, 'Hurry Up Tomorrow.'
#video-games
fromVG247
3 months ago
Digital life

Yes, Shadow's love for telenovelas in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is because of that one meme, and no, I don't understand why the Sonic fandom is like this either

fromVG247
3 months ago
Digital life

Yes, Shadow's love for telenovelas in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is because of that one meme, and no, I don't understand why the Sonic fandom is like this either

#comedy
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Boston Bruins

Exclusive | Why 'Gilmore Girls' creators Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino think their shows are a hit with audiences

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Boston Bruins

Exclusive | Why 'Gilmore Girls' creators Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino think their shows are a hit with audiences

#theme-parks
Media industry
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Fandom Blows Up Giant Bomb

Giant Bomb faces a future of uncertainty after key departures and content pause due to editorial interference from parent company Fandom.
#sports-culture
Video games
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

This Chinese mobile dating game is getting single women across Asia to open their hearts - and wallets. We went to a fan event to figure out why.

Mobile game character Sylus has garnered an enthusiastic fanbase, celebrating him in public events despite being fictional.
Video games
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Japanese Superfans Redefined What It Means to Be Obsessed

Akihabara is a vibrant hub for otaku culture, celebrating niche interests like anime and vintage gaming.
#fan-engagement
Growth hacking
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The Business of Belonging: Tapping Into the Power of Fandom

Fandom is essential for building a loyal customer base, as demonstrated by successful companies like Weverse, Crunchyroll, and Wattpad.
fromAdweek
1 month ago
Social media marketing

Spotify's New Ads are Visually Striking Love Letters to Passionate Fans

Growth hacking
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The Business of Belonging: Tapping Into the Power of Fandom

Fandom is essential for building a loyal customer base, as demonstrated by successful companies like Weverse, Crunchyroll, and Wattpad.
fromAdweek
1 month ago
Social media marketing

Spotify's New Ads are Visually Striking Love Letters to Passionate Fans

LA Kings
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Face of the Devastated Sports Fan

Sports fans experience profound emotional heartbreak during defeats, capturing a raw and relatable moment of vulnerability.
Emotional reactions of sports fans reveal profound connections to their teams, reflecting resilience even amidst loss.
fromDefector
1 month ago

Is Reacher Too Big Now? A Roundtable Discussion | Defector

"I was way higher on this season than any of you all, although I should clarify that this means mostly I laughed a few times and said 'hell yeah' a couple times..."
DC food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The film fans who remade Jurassic Park: how an Australian town got behind a $3,000 mockbuster'

This backyard mockbuster has been a labour of fandom three years in the making, born out of a staffroom conversation... someone suggested crocheting. Roebuck had other ideas.
Independent films
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Would it be so bad if Severance was like Lost?

The show’s long hiatuses can create inflated expectations, leaving fans with disappointment when the highly-anticipated new season fails to meet the lofty standards set during the wait.
Relationships
#consumer-engagement
Growth hacking
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How brands can learn to tap into the power of fandoms

Brands can cultivate loyal fandoms by prioritizing authenticity, understanding their unique identity across channels, and recognizing diversity within fanbases.
Growth hacking
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How brands can learn to tap into the power of fandoms

Brands can cultivate loyal fandoms by prioritizing authenticity, understanding their unique identity across channels, and recognizing diversity within fanbases.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Tana Mongeau And Brooke Schofield Reveal Who They're "Scared" To See When They Tour Australia

Honestly, the fans. Obviously we couldn't move our show anywhere if it wasn't for the girls who come and support.
Podcast
#community
DC food
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why comic-con is sacred to dedicated fans

Diehard fans engage with their interests on a deep level, often experiencing a connection that resembles religious devotion.
DC food
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why comic-con is sacred to dedicated fans

Diehard fans engage with their interests on a deep level, often experiencing a connection that resembles religious devotion.
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

Disneyland rolls out 12 Star Wars popcorn buckets and collectible novelties

The upcoming 'Season of the Force' at Disneyland will unveil a dozen new Star Wars collectibles, catering to adult fans eager to expand their memorabilia.
Food & drink
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
2 months ago

Fandom Partners with Intent IQ to Unlock Coveted IOS Audience for Marketers

Intent IQ and Fandom partnership boosts revenue from cookieless users significantly, leveraging privacy-forward identity resolution technology.
#sports
Film
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Two Great American Pastimes That Aren't So Different

College football and the Oscars share similarities in the complexities of fandom and the emotional stakes in their respective viewing experiences.
fromDefector
3 months ago
Film

Is It OK For Me To Drink Out Of A Cup I Once Pissed In? | Defector

Humorous confessions reveal readers' unconventional decisions and thoughts on cleanliness and sports, blending personal anecdotes with broader commentary on fandom.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Two Great American Pastimes That Aren't So Different

College football and the Oscars share similarities in the complexities of fandom and the emotional stakes in their respective viewing experiences.
Design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

LEGO Buffy The Vampire Set Pays The Ultimate Tribute Following The Passing Of Michelle Trachtenberg - Yanko Design

The Buffyverse fandom mourns Michelle Trachtenberg's passing while celebrating her legacy through a new LEGO set that honors the series' emotional depth.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

Men Are Revealing The Red Flags That Make Them Never, Ever Wanna Date A Woman

Disney culture is more about consumerism than genuine nostalgia for movies or songs.
#k-pop
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Opus review John Malkovich plays an evil pop star in a silly horror dud

There's a great thriller to be made about this unpleasant tension, the fans who will do anything for their idol and the idol who will do nothing to stop them.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Roe McDermott: For Neil Gaiman fans, sex abuse allegations will feel like betrayal by a lifelong friend

"The stain appears in the present but travels from that moment, like a tea bag steeping in water, colouring the entire life."
Writing
fromDefector
4 months ago

Becoming A Penn State Fan Again Means Remembering How To Hate Notre Dame | Defector

"The poster on the wall was an homage to Washington Crossing the Delaware. Instead of George Washington leading the Continental Army across the river, however, Joe Paterno stood in the prow of the boat with the Penn State Nittany Lions."
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
4 months ago

Tech support warrior left cosplay battle, Trekked to work

When Worf worked this job, he was part of a tech team that had to respond to on-call pagers from C-suite executives at any hour. The pressure was immense.
Miscellaneous
fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago

The Joseph Pulitzer of the Young Thug Trial

Bliv, a 25-year-old Texas resident, became an unexpected analyst of Young Thug's trial, stepping up on Discord to interpret legal proceedings he had never seen before.
Fashion & style
fromOutside Online
5 months ago

Inside the Ultralight Cult of Durston Gear

The enthusiasm shown by Durston Gearheads often borders on cult-like devotion, with members sharing detailed stories and personal experiences related to their gear preferences.
Miscellaneous
fromemptywheel
7 months ago

Donald J. Trump, Cosplayer - emptywheel

Cosplay originated roughly a hundred years ago but it didn't enter mainstream popular culture until the 1980s. At first it was tied more closely to specific events; by the 1980s it became more widely practiced as an expression of fandom participation.
Left-wing politics
fromINTO
7 months ago

The gays are asking: what's the worst ship of all time? - INTO

The article explores the phenomenon of shipping controversial character pairings in media, emphasizing that while many ships exude toxic energy, fans remain drawn to them.
Miscellaneous
fromRoger Ebert
8 months ago

Book Excerpt: LOST: Back to the Island: The Complete Critical Companion to The Classic TV Series by Emily St. James & Noel Murray | Features | Roger Ebert

"Bad Twin made the biggest impression on the Lost fandom. A detective story about two wealthy brothers with very different personalities, Bad Twin speaks to Lost's love of dualities: Man of Science versus Man of Faith, Jacob versus The Man in Black, etc."
Writing
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