From K-Pop Stalkers to AI Spouses: The Rise of Parasocial Relationships
What happens when the line between fan and friend disappears? In this episode, Benny and his Gen Z guest, Ian, dive deep into the world of "parasocial relationships". From the extreme behavior of K-pop "sasaeng" fans to the growing trend of marrying AI holograms, they explore why more people are seeking emotional connections with entities that don't even know they exist. Is this a harmless comfort for the lonely, or are we digging a grave for real human connection?
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