Hope Jacobson

I am a high-functioning autistic writer covering music (most often K-pop) and fan culture. I am a sociology major with experience in research, public speaking, and writing books. I host two pop-culture-themed podcasts, run a website, and have a Substack newsletter. My previous interviews and collaborations involve Rolling Stone (India and U.S.), Billboard, the Daily Beast, Republic Records, POWERHOUSE Live, and many more.

Sub-specialties:
K-pop (Korean pop music)
South Korean pop culture
J-pop (Japanese pop music)
C-pop (Chinese pop music)
Other Asian pop music
Hallyu (the popularity of "K-content" worldwide)
Online fandom activity
Fandom behaviors
Fan clubs
The sociology of fandom
Music fandom
The sociology of pop-culture interests