Debating Communities and Networks XVI

case study

Friendship Bracelets, Feedback Loops, and Fan-Club Feuds: The Dual Nature of Digital Fandom Culture

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24/04/2025

by

ebony.b2

Introduction: Humans are born with an innate need for connection, validation, and social belonging (Begen & Turner-Cobb, 2015). Even before the term was coined, ‘fandoms’ have provided a direct answer to these needs as they offer an avenue to find community in social media, create connections based on shared interests, explore one’s identity, and express…
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Communities and Social Media

algorithms, Cancel Culture, case study, Communities, digital fandom, Echo Chamber, facebook, fan, fandom, feedback loops, gatekeeping, Instagram, networks, perspective, self-discover, Social Media, swfities, taylor swift, tiktok
Athletes vs Toxic Online Networks in their pursuit for Social Change

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21/04/2025

by

andrew

Abstract: The following paper explores the relationship athletes have with social media in regards to their stances on social issues. The paper argues that athletes are now unable to express thoughts and opinions on society without facing toxic backlash through online networks. The arguments and points raised provide an insight into the relationship online networks…
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Online Networks and Social Change

Athletes, case study, online networks, social change, Social Media