A personal newsletter from a self-described fan scholar exploring what counts as fandom, the culture and history of fan communities, and TV and film through a cheerful, opinionated lens. Readers get essays on fandom norms and conflicts alongside lighthearted pieces like character compatibility rankings.
Website: https://thefanthropologist.com/
Fansplaining publishes essays and cultural criticism about fandom, covering fan communities, fanfiction history, and how media companies treat fans. Issues combine historical background, community analysis and some collaborative pieces from other outlets.
A baseball newsletter covering the MLB postseason with a focus on the Brewers, Rays and World Series storylines. Readers get playful, stat-informed previews and narrative analysis of teams, players and fan culture.
EX Research is a weekly-ish essay newsletter analysing internet culture through visual trend reports and longform commentary on games, memes, fandom and online aesthetics. Readers get sharp, witty takes on why culture feels samey and where cool actually comes from.
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