This is a test episode for a podcast I want to do that gives me and my guests space to delve into the more controversial sides of fandom. Be prepared for taboo and adult topics, or skip this episode entirely! We'll be back to our regularly scheduled programming next week!

Have you ever felt shamed for your interests within a fandom community? Join me in a revealing conversation with guest Sgt Spank, known for his Bro Strider body pillow, as we tackle the topic of Homestuck fandom purity culture and its impact on fans. We share our personal experiences with this damaging mindset and discuss how it has affected our enjoyment of fandoms while navigating the path to self-acceptance.

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• (01:19 ) - Homestuck Fandom Purity Culture


• (14:10 ) - Purity Culture in Fandoms


• (24:58 ) - Fandom Interpretations and Toxicity in Homestuck


• (34:05 ) - Toxicity in Fandom Culture


• (45:03 ) - Navigating Boundaries in Fandom Communities


• (52:03 ) - Nostalgia for Homestuck Community and Creativity


• (01:02:30 ) - Toxic Fandom and Virtue Signaling


• (01:18:29 ) - Losing Friends Over Beliefs