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The psychology of sports fans, with Daniel Wann, PhD
The psychology of sports fans, with Daniel Wann, PhD
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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Apr 24, 2024
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Podcast episode
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Are you a sports “superfan”? Or do you wonder what’s driving the superfans in your life? Daniel Wann, PhD, of Murray State University, talks about why being a fan is usually good for people’s mental health, how they choose the teams they root for, why some are fair-weather fans while others love to cheer for the underdog, how fandom is changing among younger people, and whether a crowd of supportive fans can affect the outcome of a game. For transcripts, links and more information, please visit the Speaking of Psychology Homepage.
Released:
Apr 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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