
Fandom Unpacked
Fandom has long been the heartbeat of in-person sports, music, and entertainment experiences, with modern fans organizing and sharing their love (or despair) across hundreds of different platforms. Fandom Unpacked is a 30-minute ask-me-anything style series where we aim to understand the power of modern fandom by engaging with some of the brightest minds in sports and entertainment. We pose a series of questions to our guests to gain insight into the shape of fandom in their industry, inviting our audience to join in on the fun by participating in our bi-monthly livestreams. Register at https://situationlive.com/fan.
Podcasting since 2024 • 11 episodes
Fandom Unpacked
Latest Episodes
Fueling Resilience: As Arts Funding Tightens, Building Connection & Community with Tessitura
Arts and Culture organizations are navigating unprecedented challenges with remarkable resilience. This powerful conversation with Andrew Recinos, President and CEO of Tessitura, reveals how arts leaders are responding to uncertainty with both ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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33:52

The Heart of Travel Fandom: A Digital Journey with Southwest Airlines
What makes an airline inspire true fandom in an industry often reduced to price comparisons and schedule convenience? In this fascinating conversation with Andrew Harvell, Manager of Digital Strategy and Optimization at Southwest Airlines, we u...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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35:11

AI’s Impact on Live Entertainment: Unpacking the Business Effects on Sports, Arts, and Ticketed Events
The intersection of artificial intelligence and modern fandom is transforming how we discover, experience, and connect with live events. In this enlightening conversation, Janette Roush, Chief AI Officer and SVP of Innovation at Brand USA, shar...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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36:58

Fandom at Sea: Building Passionate Communities with Sixthman
What happens when you give passionate fans five uninterrupted days with their favorite artists, chefs, comedians, or creators in the middle of the ocean? Pure magic, according to Jeff Cuellar, CEO of Sixthman.For nearly 25 years, Sixthm...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:20

Turning Audiences into a Multigenerational Fanbase at PBS
Ever wonder why people proudly wear PBS merchandise as a badge of identity when nobody's sporting ABC t-shirts? Amy Wigler, Vice President of Multiplatform Marketing and Content for PBS, reveals the secret sauce behind one of America's most bel...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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26:05
