Figuring Out Fanfiction

Lianza Reyes

Ever thought if your Star Trek fanfiction actually might mean something more than shipping your favorite side characters together? Figuring Out Fanfiction is a podcast to explore how this weird and complex universe can be seen in different perspectives. Lianza Reyes, a "reformed" fanfic writer, interviews experts to learn how about fanfiction's impact on the legal, societal, and creative fields of humanity. Want to ask a question? Send a comment? Yell about how Ginny Weasley was disgraced in the movies? Email figuringoutfanfiction@gmail.com, or DM @figuringoutfanfiction on Instagram!

  1. 09/08/2021

    Episode 15: Creating a continuation of worlds

    On this episode, Lianza interviews digital artist Ice (@illustraice on Instagram) on her fan art storyline work "Hero!" The story, which has gained a rapid following on Instagram, is focused on a future alternate universe of the 2004 Pixar film "The Incredibles", focusing on the future lives of the Parr children. Ice talks about her inspiration for the plot, her choice on a non-linear storytelling, and what the work means to her. Questions? Comments? You can reach Lianza on figuringoutfanfiction@gmail.com, or you can DM the instagram @figuringoutfanfiction. Lianza is happy to be back on the podcast grind, even if it's just briefly. Reach out if you have any episode ideas, questions, or anything at all!

  2. 07/23/2021

    Episode 14: When Fanfiction Has a Cult Following

    Sometimes, fanfiction gets a cult following, just like a band, a franchise, or a TV show. To such a point it creates its own sub-club of fans. On this episode, Lianza talks with Harry Potter enthusiast Lalitha Pamidigantam of YWCA Columbus about a fanfic that was published in 2018, but making the rounds again on TikTok as it surges again in popularity. Plus, Lalitha speaks on why its love and close following is rooted in the story's portrayal of disabled characters. Questions? Comments? Reach out on figuringoutfanfiction@gmail.com or @figuringoutfanfiction on Instagram.

  3. 07/16/2021

    Episode 13: Found in Translation

    On this episode, Judy Fatol, a France-native, speaks on the dual experience of being a fanfiction reader and writer in English and French.  Questions? Comments? Reach out on figuringoutfanfiction@gmail.com or @figuringoutfanfiction on Instagram.

  4. 07/09/2021

    Episode 12: Researching the Community You Love

    Lianza and CU Boulder PhD candidate Brianna Dym explore what it's like to become a member of the fanfic community to researching in-depth. Check out Brianna's Google Scholar page: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=kEcMLswAAAAJ&hl=en# Questions? Comments? Reach out on figuringoutfanfiction@gmail.com or @figuringoutfanfiction on Instagram.

  5. 07/02/2021

    Episode 11: Intro to Fanfiction 101

    On the season premiere (!) of season 2, Lianza chats with Book Riot contributor Dana Lee on how to officially start the fanfiction reading process, whether for you or someone else. Read Dana's article here: https://bookriot.com/reading-fanfiction/ Questions? Comments? Reach out on figuringoutfanfiction@gmail.com or @figuringoutfanfiction on Instagram.

  6. 02/05/2021

    A Final Note: Putting It All Together

    Would you believe ten episodes have passed by already? For this one, Lianza wraps all the pieces together, connects the bigger picture, and tells her own story. A short end to season 1 of this podcast, but worry not: season 2 might come soon. Thank you so much for listening, it means the world.

  7. 01/29/2021

    Episode 9: Battle of the Fanfiction Tropes

    Wait, so what are some of the biggest tropes in fanfiction, anyway? Well, they're extremely different from fiction. On this episode, (the second to the last!) Lianza brings on three of her grad school friends: Helen, Gwen, and Lindsey to decide which trope is the best of them all, a la March Madness bracket style. Want to see the bracket? Check out the podcast's Instagram on @figuringoutfanfiction. Oh, and here are the websites used to develop the bracket: https://fanlore.org/wiki/List_of_Tropes_in_Fanworks https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/FanficTropes

  8. 01/22/2021

    Episode 8: The rise of Tumblr

    Tumblr used to be the place for all kinds of niches. For Cerinn Park, it was a place that cultivated her love for arts, cartoons, and empathy. On this episode, Cerinn and Lianza talk about how fanfiction crossed over with this platform, and how words become drawings to express fanfiction. Tune in!

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Ever thought if your Star Trek fanfiction actually might mean something more than shipping your favorite side characters together? Figuring Out Fanfiction is a podcast to explore how this weird and complex universe can be seen in different perspectives. Lianza Reyes, a "reformed" fanfic writer, interviews experts to learn how about fanfiction's impact on the legal, societal, and creative fields of humanity. Want to ask a question? Send a comment? Yell about how Ginny Weasley was disgraced in the movies? Email figuringoutfanfiction@gmail.com, or DM @figuringoutfanfiction on Instagram!

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  • Creator
    Lianza Reyes
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Lianza Reyes
  • Show Website
    Figuring Out Fanfiction