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The Strange Psychology of Superfans

Season 11 Episode 18 | 18m 10s

Humans can develop intense relationships, even obsessions, with the things we’re fans of. A huge part of our identities, our emotions, and our lives get tied up in these things. Why is that?

Aired: 10/04/23
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