Published Jun 14, 2022
How fandom built the internet as we know it, with Kaitlyn Tiffany
Kaitlyn Tiffany unveils the transformative power of fandom, focusing on the One Direction community, and explains how these passionate groups have shaped online culture, social movements, and digital platforms like Tumblr and Twitter with their emotional intensity and community-driven dynamics.

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