Sounds Like A Cult The Cult of Disney Adults (With Bonus Q&A!)
Aug 29, 2023
The podcast explores the cult-like behavior of Disney adults and their adoration for Walt Disney. They discuss various Facebook groups and a Disney adult dating app called Mouse Mingle. The speakers also emphasize the importance of individual voices within the Disney adult community and explore power dynamics. They conclude that being a Disney adult is a harmless way to enjoy oneself. The Q&A session touches on their love lives and intimacy, and they discuss their approach to selecting topics and reacting to fan reactions.
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What Defines a Disney Adult
- Disney adults fully integrate Disney into their daily lives and identities.
- Their fandom extends well beyond childhood nostalgia into adult community and lifestyle.
Exclusivity and Spending in Disney
- Disney adults experience exclusivity through expensive memberships and VIP perks.
- The feeling of exclusivity often matters more than the actual benefits.
Disney as a Religion
- Disney fandom parallels religion by providing community, ritual, identity, and meaning.
- Fans treat Walt Disney and characters as religious icons or scripture.