
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 • 15 episodes
Fandom Unpacked
Latest Episodes
Rewriting the Playbook: What the Rise of The Gist Says About the Future of Fandom
Ever felt like sports media wasn't speaking your language? Jacie deHoop, co-founder of The Gist, is changing that conversation by creating content for "GISTers" – predominantly female, millennial and Gen Z sports fans who love the game but have...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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31:42

Serving the Future: How the US Open Became a Culture-First Sports Brand
The electric energy of the US Open Tennis Championships goes far beyond the baseline. In this illuminating conversation, Nicole Kankam, Managing Director of Pro Tennis Marketing & Entertainment at the USTA, reveals how America's premier ten...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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27:28

Broadway’s Press Corps on the Fans Who Keep It Going
What does it mean to be a Broadway fan in today's digital world? In this illuminating conversation with top industry leaders from Playbill, Broadway News, and BroadwayWorld, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of theater fandom and how Bro...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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44:45

From Club to Kingdom: The Power of the Disney Fanbase with D23
What happens when you gather Disney's most passionate fans in one community? Michael Vargo, Senior Vice President of D23, Corporate Events & Walt Disney Archives, reveals the magic behind Disney's official fan club in this captivating conve...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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33:29

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
