“Atomized politics of fandom,” has been rattling around in my head for about a day now. You mean fandom as an airborne contaminant/contagion, right? I really like that metaphor, so thanks.

More as in separate distinct entities- definitions 1 and 3 here. www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a...

Definition of ATOMIZE

to treat as made up of many discrete units; to reduce to minute particles or to a fine spray; divide, fragment; also : to deprive of meaningful ties to others… See the full definition