Yvonne Eadon

Yvonne Eadon, an assistant professor in information science, dives deep into the fascinating world of fandom conspiracies, particularly the Gaylor theory surrounding Taylor Swift. She explains how alternative expertise forms within conspiratorial cultures and traces the grassroots movements that shaped them. Eadon also discusses the emotional connection fans feel, the queerness in Swift's lyrics, and the hope for an upcoming coming out. The intertwining of desire-driven and fear-driven conspiracies reveals a complex landscape of identity and community in the age of online culture.