You and I Are in a Parasocial Relationship
The Cut's B.A. Parker talks to social media star Connor Franta about parasocial relationships and what it means to have 20 million followers.
The Cut · Vox Media Podcast Network
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Show Notes
When it comes to our investment in celebrities and who we follow on social media, the word “parasocial” has been coming up a lot lately. But when it comes down to it, where is the line between stanning and creeping? This week, the Cut’s B.A. Parker talks to popular podcast host Sam Sanders about a fan letter he couldn’t get out of his head, and to social media star Connor Franta about what it means to have 20 million followers.
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