JOURNAL ARTICLE

How the New Duggar Family Docuseries Amplifies the World of Online Snark Communities.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 8 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Mendez II, Moises 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the docuseries "Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets," which explores the Duggar family and their association with the Institute of Basic Life Principles (IBLP). It highlights the role of online communities, particularly snark subreddits like r/DuggarsSnark, in critiquing the Duggars and raising awareness about the family's scandals and the IBLP's practices. The piece emphasizes how these communities, including platforms like YouTube, serve as unofficial watchdogs, providing a space for individuals to discuss and deconstruct their experiences with fundamentalist Christianity. It also distinguishes between snarking, which aims to address broader social issues, and bullying, noting that many participants find support and community in these discussions. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/06, p8
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:164288301
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