I was kidding about that-which is why I mentioned "Apparently". I don't think fans are losers, but I do think there is a group that wants to be right to validate an "in the know" perception they have of themselves or those who they communicate with being connected.
It's okay to tell someone "I don't know" when asked about an issue. because there are a ton of things you won't know even if someone you interact with knows a lot. It's not a fun response and if it makes posters think you don't know anything, so be it. But it's the truth. Thing is reality isn't always exciting or fun.