Skye Smith is an extremely talented writer and creative, known for their work as the official Lorekeeper and Story Editor for Dimension 20 on Dropout, (the streaming network formerly known as CollegeHumor). Skye has a REALLY interesting take on the parasocial phenomenon as they have experienced it from MANY angles—as a fan, as a neutral observer to colleagues and friends who have rabid fanbases, and as an object of parasocial love and fascination themself. Skye's Instagram, TikTok, and...

Jewell & Charlie mourn their favorite TikTok couple's relationship, fight about The Strokes, and whine about Mitski. Plus parasocial ethics and the latest installment of "Oops I Googled Myself." Scholarly references: TikTok icons Niamh Adkins and Joe Ando Interview with Passion Pit frontman Michael Angelakos (bi icon) Celebrity Memoir Book Club's review of Men Have Called Her Crazy E-commerce website that stole Jewell's face for a shower curtain (visit at your own risk) HBO docu-series...

Colin Stanley (@LittleVictorianBoy) is an actor, comedian, and writer who has built a huge following thanks to his absurd sketch comedy and storytelling prowess. You can also catch Colin in the corporeal plane, performing in LA and beyond. Scholarly references: Hugh Laurie's blues album Suki Waterhouse before she dated Bradley Cooper & Suki Waterhouse after she dated Bradley Cooper Jewell's favorite unreleased Suki Waterhouse song www.NFL.com The Story of Caroline Calloway and Her...

Jewell Karinen and Charlie James have a little parasocial chat. Is that ok with you guys? (Chappell Roan, Kira Noir, and what happens when you see five Cold War Kids concerts in one year.) Scholarly references: The Chappell Roan TikTok & her Pink Pony Club music video Charlie's new username @malecowgirl Open Mike Eagle's Hella Personal Film Festival Hosted by Jewell Karinen and Charlie James Produced by Garrett La Bonte. Theme by Bridey Hicks.

Jewell and Charlie talk to artist Jess Lamworth about NBC’s Making It Season 3, going viral for her creations, and the best gelato in Los Angeles. You may have seen her work across social media where she posts creative projects like her viral “tea” shirt (tea spelt t-e-a), spaghetti tank top, and pencil skirt. You may have also seen her work as previous art director of Good Mythical Morning. Not to brag, but she is our very first reality TV contestant guest. Instagram: @jamworth Tiktok:...

Jewell and Charlie talk to Skyler Seymour, an actor, streamer, and content creator with two feet firmly planted in the world of nerd. Sky has appeared on HBO’s Silicon Valley, or perhaps your for-you-page (especially if you’re a fan of fantasy cosplay or Magic The Gathering). https://www.instagram.com/yoskylerseymour/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@yoskylerseymour https://x.com/YoSkylerSeymour https://www.youtube.com/@YoSkylerSeymour https://www.twitch.tv/yoskylerseymour Hosted by Jewell...

Coming to you live from deep in Bradford Wilson's DMs, it's Parasocial Social Club. This week, we talk to Bradford Wilson, a prolific content creator who found his niche as a golf influencer. Cohost of the Group Golf Therapy podcast, and you might’ve seen him on the Netflix docu-series Full Swing. https://www.instagram.com/bradfordwilsongolf/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@bradfordwilsongolf?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@BradfordWilsonGolf/videos Hosted by Jewell Karinen and Charlie...

For our first ever episode of Parasocial Social Club, Jewell Karinen interviews her long-time friend and co-host Charlie James, a comedian and TikToker @malecowgirl (formerly @nonbinarycowboy). Produced by Garrett La Bonte. Theme by Bridey Hicks.

Hosts Charlie James and Jewell Karinen interview heyKipp, an extremely talented creator who developed their audience by being very funny and chaotic while streaming game playthroughs, along with lots of other absurd stream activities. They’ve built a massive following through their Twitch channel, and have garnered millions of views on YouTube and TikTok, and hundreds of thousands of followers across...

Introducing Parasocial Social Club - a new podcast from Charlie James and Jewell Karinen. Our first two episodes drop on September 3rd, 2024. Produced by Garrett La Bonte. Theme by Bridey Hicks.