What happens when a lifelong comics fan discovers K-Pop?
For cartoonist Maia Kobabe, it meant falling headfirst into a world of dazzling music videos, elaborate stage performances, deeply organized fan communities, and some of the most ambitious pop production on the planet.
In this episode of the Superfan Podcast, Maia takes us inside eir eight-year journey into K-Pop fandom…from discovering the music through a few eye-popping videos to attending dozens of concerts and exploring the sprawling ecosystem of artists, companies, and fans that power the genre.