Episodes 31
Avg. Duration 32m
Activity Dormant
Since Jun 2024
Latest Episode Feb 2025

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Weekly
Format
Episodic
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About This Podcast

Hosted by comedian Alexis Gay with expert marketing commentary from Dr. Marcus Collins, Subcultural explores an array of niche, yet impactful communities. Covering topics from Maximalism to ASMR, we’ll investigate what drives subcultures, and uncover why understanding motivation matters when trying to reach specific audiences.

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Recent Episodes

Subcultural: What we learned

Feb 25, 2025 35m

From AI Influencers and Mini Food Baking, to ASMR and Sleep Hackers -- subcultures are at the heart of our cultural experiences. In this episode Alexis Gay and Dr. Marcus Collins discuss their…

Sovereignty in the Suburbs: Australia’s Micronation Movement

Feb 18, 2025 27m

Can a backyard kingdom challenge the status quo? Listen as Alexis explores Australia’s vibrant micronation subculture, where self-declared rulers are staking a claim to autonomy. Through an interview…

The Rise of Pickleball: How a Niche Game Became a Global Phenomenon

Feb 11, 2025 33m

How did pickleball conquer the sports world? Once a 1960s backyard invention, pickleball has exploded into a major sport with international recognition. In this episode, Alexis talks with Jennifer…

Formula for Success: The Competitive World of Spreadsheet Masters

Feb 04, 2025 31m

Can Excel be a sport? Barbara Mauric breaks down how the art of organizing data has transformed into an arena of competition, where pivot tables and formulas are the ultimate tools for victory.

Beat beyond borders: The Evolution and Influence of Afrobeats

Jan 28, 2025 35m

What is Afrobeats? We look at genre's roots and impact on the global music scene.

Strike a Pose: The Art and Power of Voguing

Jan 21, 2025 27m

How did voguing and ballroom rise from NYC’s queer roots to global prominence? Join Legendary Bronze West as we explore this empowering subculture’s impact and its growth in the UK’s queer…

Canine Couture: The Styling Journey of Tika the Iggy

Jan 14, 2025 33m

How did a Montreal winter turn Tika the Iggy into a fashion icon? Thomas Shapiro reveals how Tika’s winter sweater led to runway fame and high-profile brand collaborations.

Face of the Future: Afrofuturism through Makeup

Jan 07, 2025 30m

Can makeup tell a sci-fi story? Afrofuturism uses beauty to craft cosmic looks and imagine ancestral-inspired futures in a Wakandan-like universe.

Waves to Streams: New Pirate Radio

Jan 07, 2025 32m

How did pirate radio go from illegal airwaves to online streams? In this episode, we dive deep into the underground history of pirate radio, from its rebellious beginnings to its digital reinvention.…

Royalty and Loyalty: Queen B and the BeyHive Phenomenon

Jan 07, 2025 33m

How did the BeyHive become a global force? In this episode, we explore the evolution of Beyoncé’s devoted fanbase. Dr. Collins interviews Deron Jordan, King of the Beyhive, to discuss Queen B’s…

The Story of Us: Miss Americana and her Swifties

Dec 10, 2024 43m

Can Swifties cause an earthquake? Two fans explore how Taylor Swift’s followers shake up the charts and redefine fan-celebrity dynamics.

Stich by Stich: Yarnbombing Unravelled

Dec 03, 2024 28m

What if street art and traditional craft crossed over? Yarnbombing introduces a soft, colorful twist to urban landscapes, using knitted and crocheted pieces to transform the mundane into the…

Dressed to Express: The Vibrant World of La Sape

Nov 26, 2024 32m

Can fashion be a revolution? The Sapeurs, or Congolese Dandies, turn their almost religious devotion to style into a statement of elegance and defiance.

My Life in Miniature: Cooking Tiny Food

Nov 19, 2024 31m

Curious how tiny food baking went viral? “My Mini Bakes” shows that big things come in small packages, with 3 million TikTok followers and features on Italian TV cooking shows.

Making Waves: A Deep Dive into the World of Open Water Swimming

Nov 12, 2024 28m

Why are more people diving into chilly waters all year round? Meet Annabel Médard, an open water swimming enthusiast who shares her perspective on the joys and benefits of swimming in nature, and the…

Storytelling as Archaeology: Alternate Reality Gamers

Oct 30, 2024 33m

How do Alternate Reality Games use storytelling to explore mental health challenges? Eveghost, creator of "Under the Surface," shares insights into blending fiction with reality to raise awareness.

Derby Diaries: Inside the Roller Rink with Marilyn Tantrum

Oct 22, 2024 29m

Why is roller derby more than just a sport? In this Subcultural episode, Marilyn Tantrum’s journey began as solace after her father's loss. For her, roller derby fosters inclusivity and empowerment.

Alternative Addresses: Meet The Man Who Lives In a Dumpster

Oct 15, 2024 31m

Would you live in a dumpster? Harrison Marshall does! He turned a skip bin into a unique London home, gaining global attention and sparking discussions on affordable living.

Worldly Wanderers: Navigating Home as Third Culture Kids

Oct 08, 2024 29m

What is home when you’re constantly moving? Sabina, a third culture kid turned professional house sitter and travel influencer, reflects on her upbringing and its influence on her nomadic lifestyle.

Whispers of Creativity: Exploring the Tingles and Triggers of ASMR

Oct 01, 2024 35m

Why are ASMR videos everywhere on TikTok? Coined by Jennifer Allen in 2010, ASMR's popularity has surged. ASMR YouTuber, Maxence Rodier shares how ‘ASMRtists’ evoke unique sensations.

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Subcultural has published 31 episodes since June 2024, covering topics in Business, Hobbies.

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