The Satanic Panic and Dungeons & Dragons

The video explores the satanic panic of the 1980s, using a DND game as a framing device. It discusses the historical context, the role of BAD, and media influence. Interviews with experts provide insights into the panic's implications. The video concludes with reflections on DND's evolution and the persistence of moral panics.

Explain the connection between the satanic panic and the rise of evangelical groups in the 1980s.

What impact did the media portrayals of Dungeons and Dragons have on public perception?

What were the consequences of the moral panic surrounding role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons?

How did the narrative of Dungeons and Dragons evolve into a topic of academic study and therapy?