What do you think of Oliver’s claim that, as a YouTuber, his relationship isn’t actually parasocial but social?

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Thorn’s distinction analysis is the nature of what’s called a parasocial relationship as it pertains to acting across media.

What do you think of Oliver’s claim that, as a You Tuber, his relationship isn’t actually parasocial but social? Unlike other art forms, Oliver reads comments, letters, and emails — and then forms his content based on that communication — which he suggests creates a unique relationship with fans. Do you agree or disagree?

Do you have any You Tuber’s that you identify with a parasocial way? What is it about them as people or their content that makes them “genuine” or “truthful”?