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This Week In Fandom History

V. Arrow, Emily Jaye
Total Drama
Forever Knight
Nocovember
Nancy Drew
Fandom History
Fandom Wars
Fan Fiction
Roblox
Susan M. Garrett
Wattpad
Tiktok
Scarlet Witch
Fanfiction
Hanson
Fan Fiction Community
Tarzan Of the Apes
The X-Files
Deviantart
Fan Art
Fancake Community

Co-hosted by V @aimmyarrowshigh (I Met You On LJ) and Emily @idontgettechnology (I Ship It), This Week In Fandom History celebrates fandom culture's highest highs and weirdest lows. With which short-lived vampire cop drama was the very first X-Files fic crossed over? Who is Tara Gilesbie? How recently did the Starsky & Hutch Lending Library rent out its last zine? What were Strikethrough, Racefail... more

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Into the drift! This week, V and Emily talk, once again, about a movie that V has never seen but that fandom loves: Pacific Rim. Topics include the Mako Mori Test, why and how this fandom is the victim of Any Two White Guys syndrome, and... Jupiter A... more

Saluton! This week, Emily and V look at the life of one of fandom's under-appreciated heroes: Morojo, AKA Myrtle Rebecca Smith Gray Nolan (née Douglas), the Mother of Cosplay. From her genuine belief in the ability of humankind to be good, like in he... more

Holy lunch at the Y, Batman! This week, V and Emily just rate which, if any, superheroes are fuckable, because DC's editorial team made an edict in 2021 that will never, ever, ever, never not be funny.

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Roll for initiative! This week, V and Emily use the actual "what happened this week in fandom history" event (the USPS released Dungeons & Dragons themed stamps) purely as an excuse to talk about a meatier topic: the Satanic Panic of the 1980s and it... more

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Heidi Tandy
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Episode: February 12, 2011: The Odds Are Not In V's Favor
Jerakeen C
Moderator of the Fancake community
Episode: December 11, 2010: Fancake Opens with "Amnesia" ft. Interview with Jerakeen!

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Emily J
Co-host responsible for deep-diving into fandom's intricate histories and contributions, often mixing humor with social commentary.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Literally the only podcast I listen to regularly

    I’ve been part of fandom for over 20 years but still haven’t experienced many of these things for myself… which makes me immensely grateful to have found this lovely podcast a while ago!

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Focusing on the vibrant and eclectic world of fandom culture, multiple episodes cover a range of topics including the history of cosplay, the intersection of fandom with sexuality, and significant events in the comic book universe. The hosts provide both humorous and thoughtful analyses, often reflecting on cultural phenomena, such as the impact of notable creators on fandom narratives. Listeners can expect a blend of nostalgia and critical discussions that highlight the creativity and community spirit within fandoms. The unique approach to exploring lesser-known events and figures in fandom history makes this an engaging and informative listen for enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of fan culture.

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