From Batman to KPop to Duran Duran to Hello Kitty, this mini-series breaks down the formations and maintenance of fandom identities over time, the unique promotional strategies used to expand fanbases, ethical considerations regarding the use of fan labor, and overall what it means to “stan” something.
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How to Stan: The AKB48 Vision
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From Batman to KPop to Duran Duran to Hello Kitty, this mini-series breaks down the formations and maintenance of fandom identities over time, the unique promotional strategies used to expand fanbases, ethical considerations regarding the use of fan labor, and overall what it means to “stan” something.