Welcome to That Nerd Thing where we uncover the magical impact that fandoms have on our lives! In this episode, Morgan, a psychologist by trade, and a nerd at her core, speaks with Nicole from the renowned podcast, Fantasy Fangirls!
Nicole and Morgan discuss their shared passion for romantasy (romantic fantasy) literature, particularly the Empyrean series by Rebecca Yarros, and its transformative effect on their lives. This episode celebrates the profound sense of community among fans and book lovers.
They also discuss some behind-the-scenes insights into Fantasy Fangirls’ success, the importance of fandoms, the positive impact of nerdom on their identities, and so much more!
00:18 Introduction and Welcome
00:40 Meeting the Guest: Nicole from Fantasy Fangirls
02:21 Exploring Nicole's Nerdy Identity
10:55 Nicole's Journey into the Fandom
15:51 The Impact of Fantasy Fangirls
21:00 The Power of Fandoms and Community
26:36 Analyzing the Romantasy Fandom
28:46 The Magic of Midnight Release Parties
32:45 The Joy of Theorizing in Fandom
34:35 How Fandoms Change Lives
35:54 Nicole’s Suggested Reading Order in the Maas-verse
41:31 The Impact of Romantasy on Personal Relationships
47:14 Power of Exploring Ideas
49:48 Geeky Recommendations
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