EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 31 MIN
The Parasocial Paradox
from The Music Lens Podcast · host The Music Lens Podcast
Send us Fan MailWe're diving into the world of parasocial relationships — those one-sided bonds fans form with artists, celebrities, or even fictional characters. From the rise of Stan culture to the pressures it puts on independent musicians, we explore how these connections can both help and harm. We talk about healthy fandom, setting boundaries, and what happens when the line between admiration and obsession starts to blur.ResourcesPsychology TodayTHE RISE OF THE STAN: DO PARASOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS HELP OR HINDER INDEPENDENT MUSICIANS?Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: [email protected] us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie on all socials at: @alexallegramusic and @katiefeemusicGet 15% off your Comfrt order: https://www.comfrt.com/TheMusicLensPodcast
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Send us Fan Mail We're diving into the world of parasocial relationships — those one-sided bonds fans form with artists, celebrities, or even fictional characters. From the rise of Stan culture to the pressures it puts on independent musicians, we explore how these connections can both help and harm. We talk about healthy fandom, setting boundaries, and what happens when the line between admiration and obsession starts to blur. Resources Psychology Today THE RISE OF THE STAN: DO PARASOCIAL RE...
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