The Fandom Phenomenon with Wallea Eaglehawk: How Passion Becomes Power
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The Fandom Phenomenon with Wallea Eaglehawk: How Passion Becomes Power

Fandoms aren’t just about stanning your faves—they’re about community, culture, and even activism. In this episode of Yap Club, we’re joined by Wallea Eaglehawk, founder of Revolutionaries and a fandom expert, to dive into the wild, wonderful world of fan culture. From BTS’s ARMY to pop culture movements that shake up the status quo, we’re talking about how fandoms reclaim their power, challenge stereotypes, and make a real impact. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just curious about the power of fandom, this episode is all about celebrating what we love—unapologetically.

Episode Outline

(00:00) Acknowledgement of Country

(00:30) Audio Quality Disclaimer

(01:17) Introduction and Purpose of the Episode

(03:12) Yaps and Naps

(18:08) Who is Wallea?

(36:59) The Historical Context: Fandoms as a Space for Women

(47:58) Why Is Fandom Still So Gendered?

(58:54) Yap About It: Wallea Eaglehawk

(1:02:49) Where to Find Wallea on Social Media

(1:04:13) ConclusionResources

For more insights into fandom culture and digital activism, here are some Yap Club-approved resources from our guest, Wallea:

  • Revolutionaries – Founded by Wallea, Revolutionaries is a publishing platform dedicated to works that challenge the status quo and inspire change.
  • Wallea’s Substack – Subscribe to Wallea’s newsletter for exclusive insights into her research, writing, and deep dives into fandom culture.
  • Wallea’s Spotify – Listen to Wallea’s podcast, The BTS Theorist, where she shares insights on fandoms, pop culture, and activism.
  • Connect with Wallea on social media (IG, YouTube,TikTok)


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