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Fanshift by Jo Redfern

Jo Redfern, Andy Williams

Unpicking how social-first, young audiences such as Gen Alpha are upending conventional wisdom about sports fandom.

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  • Jo Redfern

    Digital media and youth strategist | Audience growth and revenue strategy for Entertainment and Sports on YouTube, Roblox, TikTok | Podcast host and Speaker | ex BBC, Disney, WWE | Owner of Futrhood Media

  • Andy Williams

    Producer and director, podcast host, aspiring artist, and dad of three girls.

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