How social media, specifically TikTok, allows for the formation of connections and communities within fan culture, specifically within the Taylor Swift fandom.
Hi Ben, I really enjoyed your presentation on ‘SwiftTok’, How Social Media Affordances on TikTok Shape the Swiftie Community.
Here are my 3 questions:
Question 1:
Question 2:
Question 3:
Sorry it posted before I could write in my questions…
Question 1: To what extent do you think the ‘For You Page’ algorithm on TikTok is actually shaping Swiftie communities, rather than communities forming organically among fans?
Question 2: If imitation publics are built on repeating trends like dances, do you think this strengthens a sense of belonging, or limits creativity within the Swiftie fandom?
Question 3: While TikTok allows global participation in events like livestreams, do you think it creates a truly inclusive community, or are there still barriers that affect who can fully participate in Swiftie culture?
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