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Parasocial Paradigm

Have you ever felt like you knew your favorite celebrity, actor, musician, movie star, etc., like they are your best friend? That feeling of connection is called a "parasocial relationship", where one side of the relationship is more invested in it and aware of it than the other side. Follow along with host Sam Erikson in this limited series when he explores parasocial relationships, how they affect us, and how they influence our daily lives. 

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    Episode 5

    In this final episode, Sam talks about the history of parasocial relationships from Elvis to Taylor Swift! 

  2. 4

    Episode 4

    In this episode, Sam talks about the dark side of parasocial relationships- obsession, stalking, and emotional dependency. 

  3. 3

    Episode 3

    In this episode, Sam talks with Dr. Kate Oswald Wilkins, Dean of General Education, Common Learning, and Academic Support, and Professor of Communication, about parasocial relationships in the context of the field of communication! 

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    Episode 2

    In this episode, Sam discusses the "illusion of intimacy" associated with parasocial relationships! 

  5. 1

    Episode 1

    In this first episode of Parasocial Paradigm, Sam talks about the basics of parasocial relationships! 

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Have you ever felt like you knew your favorite celebrity, actor, musician, movie star, etc., like they are your best friend? That feeling of connection is called a "parasocial relationship", where one side of the relationship is more invested in it and aware of it than the other side. Follow along with host Sam Erikson in this limited series when he explores parasocial relationships, how they affect us, and how they influence our daily lives.

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How many episodes does Parasocial Paradigm have?

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What is Parasocial Paradigm about?

Have you ever felt like you knew your favorite celebrity, actor, musician, movie star, etc., like they are your best friend? That feeling of connection is called a "parasocial relationship", where one side of the relationship is more invested in it and aware of it than the other side. Follow along...

How often does Parasocial Paradigm release new episodes?

Parasocial Paradigm has 5 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Parasocial Paradigm?

Parasocial Paradigm is created and hosted by Pulse Radio.
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