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Dashboard Diaries

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Our Flag Means Death
Good Omens
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Neil Gaiman
Black Sails
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2014
The Expanse
Hannibal
Ms. Marvel
First Kill
Crowdfunding
Walrus Vs. Fairy
Shogun
Fantasy
Coraline
American Gods
Dead Boy Detectives

Welcome soft, sad freaks! Once a month, writer and longtime Tumblr user Lauren Shippen and longtime user-slash-Tumblr-employee Cher McAnelly dive deep into our favorite fandom site. We talk trending topics, share our new ships, and forecast upcoming fandoms. If you’ve ever gone feral over a fic or bonkers about one of your blorbos, this podcast is for you! And remember: the password to the secret ... more

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Latest Episodes

SPECIAL REPORT!!!!! Phan is REAL!!!! Cher and Lauren hop back on mic to talk about a seismic event in the internet-sphere. Plus, getting emotional about primetime soaps and remember, remembering the 5th of November(ing).

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In our last episode before we go on indefinite hiatus, we celebrate a SUCCESSFUL dashcon! We discuss Strange vs Croaker, TagTeam wedding, and more. Plus: ship wars for the modern age, time travel to 2015, and many, many feelings.

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We've got a big announcement about the future of the show in this one! And once that's out of the way, we finally tackle one of the defining fandoms of the 2010s: 1Direction and, more specifically, Larry. Did a single tweet mainstream mpreg? You tell... more

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This month, we dive into one of the weirdest--and most fun--TV shows to watch through Tumblr gifsets: Riverdale. In the course of our chat, we come upon a terrifying discovery: was Riverdale containing all the chaos of the universe? Will putting it b... more

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Recent Guests

Gretchen McCulloch
Internet linguist, author of 'Because Internet' and host of the Lingthusiasm podcast
Episode: 40 - Language on the Interwebs with Gretchen McCulloch

Hosts

Lauren Shippen
Professional writer, creative director at Atypical Artists, and co-host of Dashboard Diaries.
Cher McAnelly
Professional Tumblr user, producer, and co-host of Dashboard Diaries.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • a need

    idk if you'll see this but pls for the love of god cover voltron that was traumatic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    myl_03
    Australia3 years ago
  • Tumblr Lore and Great Fun

    A fun and informative podcast about everyone’s favorite hellsite! Both hosts are very humorous and give insight to all the trends and history of Tumblr, along with their personal experiences in fandom and the way they’ve been able to make connections through this website. Can’t wait for more and to hear live reactions to vanilla extract!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slovakia Sunflower
    United States3 years ago
  • Back after the world took a break

    It’s so nice to be back and finding new seasons/shows. Thank you and good to see you came back, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArtGirlSAH
    United States3 years ago
  • No

    It’s a fun podcast but please for the love of god stop saying “naur”

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    iphonecool8847
    United States3 years ago
  • Fun for the whole fandom-ly!

    A great talk show-style format covering a wide range of fandoms! Even the episodes about fandoms I’m not in have been so entertaining, and the hosts are so engaging and fun! I also play along with the quiz segment every time! Love it! <3

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    5
    Kendra Izzy M
    Canada3 years ago

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Feedback indicates that the hosts have a warm and engaging style, making it easy for listeners to connect and feel part of a community.
Many express excitement about the podcast's depth in exploring Tumblr culture and its relevance to broader internet narratives.
Listeners appreciate the humor and personal anecdotes shared by the hosts, often relating closely to their own fandom experiences.

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44 - Penwing All Along
Q: What was your favorite question that surprised you the most?
One question that came up was about the impact of writing and consuming fan fiction on my career, which I had never really thought about directly.
38 - The Neverending Neil
Q: How do you think Neil Gaiman connects with the Tumblr audience?
Neil genuinely wants to be on Tumblr, engaging with the community in an authentic way, participating in the humor and interests of the users.
38 - The Neverending Neil
Q: What was your first piece of Neil Gaiman's work that you encountered?
My first encounter was with 'Coraline', which terrified me but I loved, and later led me to enjoy 'American Gods'.
38 - The Neverending Neil
Q: So what is your relationship to Neil Gaiman and Tumblr?
I was first aware of Neil Gaiman's work before I was aware of him as a person and his relationship with Tumblr became clear around the time 'Good Omens' came out.
38 - The Neverending Neil
Q: Cher, what has your last month on Tumblr been like?
My last month on Tumblr has been primarily focused on Neil Gaiman-related content.

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Content focuses on the intersection of Tumblr culture and its various fandoms, discussing topics such as popular shows, deep fandom connections, and personal anecdotes tied to specific fandoms. Episodes often feature reflections on the impact of various series on the hosts' lives, commentary on internet trends, and the dynamics within specific fandom communities. Notably, the hosts encourage a positive engagement with fandom culture while navigating its complexities, such as shipping narratives and the phenomena surrounding certain shows and characters. Overall, the content resonates well with listeners who have a deep appreciation for niche internet culture and fandom dynamics.

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