"20-Sided Die and the Devil" – A Journey into Dungeons & Dragons and the Satanic Panic
Grab your dice and prepare for adventure as Pop Culture Roulette dives deep into the legendary world of Dungeons & Dragons! From its humble beginnings as a niche tabletop RPG to its massive impact on pop culture, we explore how D&D became a cornerstone of fantasy storytelling, inspiring everything from video games to blockbuster movies. But with great popularity came great controversy—our journey wouldn’t be complete without revisiting the Satanic Panic of the 80s and 90s, when fear and misinformation painted the game as a gateway to dark forces.
Was D&D really a tool of the occult, or just a misunderstood hobby caught in the crossfire of mass hysteria? We break down the history, the myths, and the lasting legacy of this iconic game. Whether you're a seasoned dungeon master or just rolling your first character, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
🎲 Roll for initiative and join the conversation! Listen now on your favorite podcast platform, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review. Share your thoughts with us on social media—were you around during the Satanic Panic, or do you have a great D&D story to tell? Tag us and let’s keep the adventure going!
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