A parasocial relationship is a one-sided relationship formed when one party extends energy, interest, and time and the other person doesn't know they exist. So wait, why do we make them? How do we make them? Do we make them with podcasters too even though we don't see them?All of these questions will be answered today, as we dive into the world of Parasocial Relationships.If you like the show, please leave us a review!Support us on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/theboardgamedojoCheck out our Youtube:...
A parasocial relationship is a one-sided relationship formed when one party extends energy, interest, and time and the other person doesn't know they exist. So wait, why do we make them? How do we make them? Do we make them with podcasters too even though we don't see them?
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