Punk Zines: Wiring the Underground Before the Web

Zines were the first DIY news outlets that stitched together scattered punk scenes across cities and countries long before email or social media existed. They served as raw, photocopied lifelines for news, gig listings, political commentary, and demo trade, fueling a network of underground communication that defined early punk culture. This episode uncovers how these grassroots publications built the infrastructure and mythos that would later evolve into internet‑based fandoms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices