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Demonizing Dungeons & Dragons (Classic)
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
Media, Misunderstandings, and Magic
This chapter explores the cultural impact of various communication mediums, focusing on Neil Postman's critiques of television and the evolution of storytelling. It also examines the societal fears surrounding Dungeons and Dragons during the 1980s, contrasting sensational media narratives with personal experiences of creativity and collaboration in role-playing games.
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