Karl T. Maloney Yorganci
“One of Us”: Examining the Authenticity and Parasocial Relationships of Stand-Up Comedian Podcast Hosts
Maloney Yorganci, Karl T.; McMurtry, Leslie
Abstract
Previous research has not provided limited insight into why podcasts hosts are perceived to be authentic or how and has not examined how characteristics that are seen as being indicative of authenticity can relate to parasocial relationships (PSRs). In this study, a thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews with 10 podcast users revealed the presence of certain markers of authenticity associated with their favourite hosts. Ordinariness, immediacy and similarity were viewed as being able to contribute to PSRs by creating a feeling of friendship whilst freedom, spontaneity and imperfection and confessions were viewed as being able to contribute by creating a feeling of knowing the hosts.
| Journal Article Type | Article |
|---|---|
| Acceptance Date | Nov 20, 2024 |
| Deposit Date | Jan 16, 2025 |
| Print ISSN | 1937-6529 |
| Electronic ISSN | 1937-6537 |
| Publisher | Routledge |
| Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
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