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It’s a Fandom Thing

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The Bear
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Queer As Folk
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Interview With the Vampire
Mental Health
Grunge Music
Friendship
The Doors
A Star Is Born
Pride Month
Oscars
Gen X
Hollywood
Addiction
The Office
The 40-Year-Old Virgin
Sex Work
The Neverending Story
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Join us each week as we explore all things fandom and pop culture from the female perspective. Hosted by Erin Marlow.

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On this week's episode of Pop Culture and Fandom News, Erin is joined by Kim from Big Reputations Pod and Moth from It's a Dean Thing to discuss Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Hadestown, the awful AI dog marketing for The End of Oak Street, and the trail... more

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In this special episode, which was previously available only to Patreon supporters, Jenn from My Streaming Bubble and E'Shel join Erin to discuss the first two seasons of Interview With The Vampire. The panel shares their thoughts on Louis, Lestat, A... more

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We are rounding out our mini-Tom Cruise celebration with a look at the film that might complete us: Jerry Maguire. Paula from It's a Dean Thing joins Erin to discuss Jerry Maguire as a character, the love story, some of the film's most memorable mome... more

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On this week's episode of Pop Culture and Fandom News, Erin is joined by Paula from It's a Dean Thing to discuss the joys of physical media, gatekeeping in horror, and the trailer for the new Tom Cruise movie, Digger. The panel also discusses the rec... more

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Paula Cruise
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Episode: Pop Culture and Fandom News for the Week of July 19th
Asad Moghal
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Episode: Special Interview Episode: Director Rex Glensy, Writer Asad Moghal, and Actor Jake Watkins
Rex Glensy
Director/Producer
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Episode: Special Interview Episode: Director Rex Glensy, Writer Asad Moghal, and Actor Jake Watkins
Jake Watkins
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Episode: Special Interview Episode: Director Rex Glensy, Writer Asad Moghal, and Actor Jake Watkins
Elizabeth Minkel
Editor and journalist, Fansplaining co-founder
Fansplaining
Episode: Special Interview Episode: Fansplaining's Editor-In-Chief, Elizabeth Minkel, and Editor and Writer Lin Codega
Lin Codega
Editor and writer, Fansplaining
Fansplaining
Episode: Special Interview Episode: Fansplaining's Editor-In-Chief, Elizabeth Minkel, and Editor and Writer Lin Codega
Sara Vaccaro-Barnik
Panelist discussing Gen X movies
Episode: Gen-X Movies That Shaped Us
KJ Brantley
Horror author and founder of SoCo Women in Horror Festival
SoCo Women in Horror Fest
Episode: Special Interview: Horror Author and Founder of the SoCo Women In Horror Festival, KJ Brantley
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Co-host joining for Oscars coverage
Episode: The 2026 Oscars!

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Erin Marlow
Host of It's a Fandom Thing

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • I love everything about this podcast! I love the way the commentators are so diverse and I love the energy of the host. Highly recommend!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    kimplaints
    4 years ago
  • Boring

    Don’t care for this podcast it’s boring

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    deangirlforever85
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this pod

    Such a great variety of shows and movies, plus author interviews. This pod has it all and I love it so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    My Streaming Bubble
    United States4 years ago
  • Wow!

    Great podcast! Super deep dive into so many great shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MsFonfrias
    United States5 years ago
  • It's A Fandom Thing has something for everybody. The pod covers every genre under the sun, and the interviews are excellent.

    Podchaser
    5
    BedWedOrBeheadPod
    5 years ago

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Notable: Guests are well-prepared and bring diverse perspectives.
Audience feels part of a friendly, knowledgeable fandom community.
Cons: Some episodes can feel lengthy with broad topic coverage.
Pros: Engaging hosts who clearly love the topic and create a welcoming vibe.
Production is supportive of new fans while rewarding longtime listeners.

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Bound
Q: Okay, Jenn, what's another thing you would like to bring up about Bound?
Jenn discusses Violet and Corky as individuals, highlighting Violet's strategic, observant nature and Corky's cautious, strong presence, and how their chemistry drives the film's tension and eventual happiness.
Queer As Folk Season 3: Part One
Q: What did you think about Ethan as Justin's new partner and the shift in their relationship dynamic?
Ethan initially brings a traditional, romantic dynamic that contrasts with Brian's more nontraditional arrangement, and the discussion notes how Justin needed to experience a different kind of relationship to understand what he truly wants.
Ford v Ferrari
Q: What did you think of Bale's accent and how it affected the performance?
There were moments where the accent drifted, which some panelists felt distracted from the performance, but Bale's physicality and emotional embodiment carried the film despite the accent inconsistencies.
Special Interview Episode: The Best Summer Editor Jessica Hernandez
Q: Can you let everybody know a little bit more about the project The Best Summer and what drew you to it?
Jessica Hernandez describes it as a concert film that captures the 1995 festival energy through intimate, on-camera footage and a focus on raw, real moments rather than highly polished storytelling.
Special Interview Episode: Goodbye June Composer Ben Harlan
Q: Why is it important for a score to stay unobtrusive and not distract from the film?
The composer emphasizes serving the story and editor's pacing choices, ensuring the music supports but does not overwhelm, allowing the audience to stay immersed and engaged without being pulled out of the dream or the moment by overly explicit musical cues.

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2. Asad Moghal
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4. Jake Watkins
5. Elizabeth Minkel
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