Does Geek Culture Still Exist?

The video explores the evolution of geek culture and fandom, highlighting its rise from niche subcultures to mainstream acceptance. It discusses the historical roots of fandom, the impact of the internet, and the role of participatory culture. The video also examines the increasing corporate influence on fandoms, the commodification of fan labor, and the tension between fan autonomy and corporate control.

What has become a significant part of mainstream media, according to the first section?

• Historical documentaries

• Silent films

• Geek culture

• Classical music

Which literary character's fandom marked the beginning of modern fan culture?

• Frodo Baggins

• Hercule Poirot

• Sherlock Holmes

• Harry Potter

What was a major influence on the blueprint for modern geek fandom?

• The Beatles

• Star Trek

• The Godfather

• The Matrix

What did Henry Jenkins argue about fandoms?

• They are mindless consumers

• They are antisocial groups

• They are irrelevant to media

• They are creative communities

How did Peter Jackson change the relationship between fans and media industries?

• By focusing solely on critics

• By reducing fan engagement

• By embracing fan anticipation

• By ignoring fan input

What has become less taboo due to social media's influence?

• Reading books

• Performing fannish behavior

• Watching TV

• Listening to music

What is a significant concern about the corporatization of fandoms?

• Decreased media production

• More fan conventions

• Loss of subculture identity

• Increased fan autonomy

What is a common tactic used by corporations to engage fans?

• Reducing fan interaction

• Creating exclusive content

• Ignoring fan feedback

• Limiting fan access

What is a potential issue with fan labor being exploited?

• Unpaid contributions

• Increased fan creativity

• Decreased fan interest

• More fan conventions

What does the tension in fandoms highlight?

• The end of fan culture

• The rise of new genres

• The decline of media

• Debates on media consumption