Since 2013, FANVERSATION has been a voice for the fans.
Focusing on niche yet rabid fandoms, with an emphasis on diversity and inclusivity, the FANVERSATION team approaches everything we put out from a purely fan perspective. Priding ourselves on quality interviews and analysis, we won’t waste audiences’ time with gossip!
As of 2024, FANVERSATION is co-owned by Yael Tygiel and Kari Lane, backed by a diverse team of professionals and experts in topics like anime and gaming, movies and tv, and celebrity interviews. FANVERSATION is a woman-owned entertainment brand which has been growing organically and steadily across social media and digital platforms, with content garnering authentic views from tens of thousands of followers and fans.
The FANVERSATION Team
Yael Tygiel (She/Her) Co-Owner & Editor-in-Chief
Yael (who prefers it pronounced Yell) is a television addict, nerd, and proud plus size host. She’s often seen on the ElectricNOW app, as well as at ComicCons around the world, or talking about romance novels as the GoodLittleLibraryMouse. When not watching TV for work, Yael can be found watching TV for fun.
For more on Yael, visit www.yaeltygiel.com
@yaeltygiel on Instagram
Kari Lane (She/Her) Co-Owner & Executive Producer
Kari Lane is fierce host, writer, and anime lover who brings her playful style to FANVERSATION reviews and colorful interviews. Previously seen on AfterBuzzTV, Kari also co-hosts Nighttime at the Nerd Bar.
Follow @KariDLane on Instagram, Twitter, & TikTok
Taylor Gates (She/Her) Contributing Editor
Taylor Gates is a writer and enjoyer of pop culture. Her favorite past times include watching anything starring Rachel Weisz or Kathryn Hahn. She idolizes strong women like Constance Zimmer, Mariska Hargitay, and Sherri Saum. In addition to her fantastic writing, she can be seen co-hosting our S-Re-View podcast. In her daily life she overuses the words Shook and Iconic.
Follow @TaylorGates on Twitter & Instagram
Katie Cullen (She/Her) Gaming & Anime Contributor
A real life Felicity Smoak, Katie Cullen spends her days as an IT professional, only to transform in the evenings to her true form as a gaming and anime expert for FANVERSATION. Previously seen on AfterBuzzTV, Katie also co-hosts Nighttime at the Nerd Bar.
Follow @Kiaxet on Twitter & Instagram
CONTRIBUTORS:
Felicia Michelle, S-Re-View co-host
Mary Loutzenhiser, ComicCon Contributor
Jennifer Tichman, ComicCon Contributor
Chris Ambrosini, ComicCon Contributor
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