From Fandom to Friendship | girl vs life

Fandom is often treated like something silly or shallow, but for us, it turned into real friendship. 💛

In this episode of girl vs life, I’m joined by my longtime friend Stephanie to talk about how we met through fandom and how that connection grew into a meaningful, lasting friendship. We originally connected online years ago through our shared love of Star Wars, Marvel, and being fans of Tom Hiddleston. What started as tweets and shared excitement eventually became real conversations, real support, and real connection.

We talk about what fandom gave us during that season of life, how our relationship with it has changed as we’ve gotten older, and why watching shows like The Night Manager together now still feels special. This isn’t about celebrity obsession. It’s about shared joy, community, and the unexpected ways liking the same things can bring people together.

If you’ve ever made a friend online, loved something deeply, or wondered why fandom can feel so meaningful, this episode is for you.

👉 If you enjoy thoughtful conversations about life, friendship, and the things that quietly shape us, subscribe and join me each week.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction to Fandom Friendships
01:00 - How Sheryl and Stephanie Met
06:42 - The Evolution of Their Friendship
11:11 - Maintaining Connections Across Distances
19:11 - The Value of Fandoms in Building Relationships
21:32 - Balancing Shared and Individual Interests
26:41 - The Joys of Traveling for Fandoms
37:38 - Building Friendships Through Shared Passions
44:26 - Embracing Fandoms and Making Memories

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Thanks for watching and listening!

– Sheryl

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