The Cancel Pigs Come for Science & Medicine! In this episode of CultureScape, Peter Pischke interviews psychologist Chris Ferguson, who exposes how social justice activism have ruined science and medicine. Ferguson, a fellow of the American Psychological Association1 and the author of How Madness Shaped History2, reveals how the scientific and medical institutions have been corrupted by wokeness, political correctness, and ideological agendas. He explains how normally reliable academics and scientists have begun to cower to woke protestors and bad faith actors, compromising their integrity and credibility. He also discusses the consequences of this phenomenon for the advancement of knowledge, the public trust, and the well-being of society. This is a must-listen for anyone who cares about the truth, reason, and evidence in science and medicine. You will learn how the wokesters have distorted and damaged these fields, and what we can do to restore them to their former glory. Ferguson's Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/CJFerguson1111 Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/christopher-j-ferguson-phd Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Produced with the assistance of Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke; help from the helpful YOUTUBE crew. Video Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message

Canceled LEAD DESIGNER of Hogwarts Legacy, Troy Leavitt, tells us what happened! 🤯 In this video, you will watch an exclusive and in-depth interview with Troy Leavitt, the former lead designer of Hogwarts Legacy, the upcoming open-world Harry Potter game. Troy got canceled a year before the game launched due to his old YouTube channel being uncovered & falsely labeled as GAMERGATE by @DidYouKnowGaming & Kotaku despite the account being a decade old and him not being a conservative. He breaks his silence and tells us what really happened during the development of Hogwarts Legacy, working on Disney Infinity for Avalance Software, why he got "canceled," his views on game development, how he dealt with the backlash, JK Rowling, V-Tubers, PK PIpkin, what he plans to do next & so much more! This is a rare opportunity to hear the inside story of one of the most anticipated and controversial games of 2023 from the perspective of someone at its heart from the very beginning. Don’t miss this video if you are a fan of Harry Potter, video games, or drama. Troy's Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HollywoodInToto YouTube: https://t.co/ofluOrC6CD Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Produced with the assistance of Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke; help from the helpful YOUTUBE crew. Video Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. Special thanks to  @ClownfishTV  for helping schedule this interview! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message

Everyone loves Culture. So why doesn't Conservative Media do anything about it? In this episode of CultureScape, Peter Pischke talks to Christian Toto, a conservative film critic and the founder of HollywoodInToto.com. They discuss why conservative news media often ignores or dismisses culture and entertainment and how this affects their ability to shape public opinion and influence politics. Christian Toto shares his insights on how conservatives can win the culture wars by creating and supporting quality content that reflects their values and worldview. They discuss their mutual love of classic films and what a frustrating experience it is to do cultural reporting and journalism in news media that couldn't care less about it. Toto's Social Media: Christian's Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637580991 Toto's Twitter: https://twitter.com/HollywoodInToto Hollywood In Toto: https://t.co/l2MICnMl9c Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored by Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke; help came from ASE Reilly & Mint (thanks, guys) Video Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. Watch the video now, and don't forget to subscribe to CultureScape for more interviews with artists, writers, and creators. 👻📚🎙 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message

Learn about how Mech Warrior Self-Destructed!💥 This one is a bit of an insane story gang. In this episode of CultureScape, Peter Pischke interviews Blaine Pardoe, a bestselling author and game designer who has contributed to many BattleTech and MechWarrior sourcebooks and novels. Pardoe shares his insights and experiences on how cancel culture and wokeness have affected the sci-fi and gaming industry and how TOPPS & Catalyst Game Labs fired him for his conservative views and for pointing out the company had hired his stalker. He also talks about his passion for nerd culture, Warhammer, DnD, being a geek, military miniatures, and much more. If you are a fan of BattleTech, MechWarrior, or any other sci-fi or fantasy franchise, you don’t want to miss this fascinating and candid conversation with one of the most influential and controversial creators in the field. Watch the video now and learn from a master of sci-fi! Blaine's Social Media: Author website: https://www.blainepardoe.com/ X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/bpardoe870 Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored by Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke; help came from ASE Reilly & Mint (thanks, guys) Video Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. Watch the video now, and don't forget to subscribe to CultureScape for more interviews with artists, writers, and creators. 👻📚🎙 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message

"A great scary story is not a brand or genre; it's an effect, it's a state of being." - Gregory Frost. Are you a fan of horror stories and folktales? Do you enjoy that feeling of something nearby going bump at night? Then you are in luck with this fabulous episode featuring ghost story master and folk tale expert Gregory Frost. Gregory Frost details the origins of most folk tales and horror, going back to medieval France and beyond, discussing the adaptations of Blue Beard and Disney, which hides cold, harsh, but vital reality from us. What makes M.R. James the greatest ghostwriter to ever have lived, and why does so much modern horror fail to innovate or captivate. Frost shared his insights on how he creates his stories, what inspires him, and how he draws from the rich traditions of folktales and classic ghost stories. He also talks about his admiration for M.R. James, one of the masters of the genre, and how he influenced his own work in books like Rhymer, ShadowBridge, and Fletcher's Brides. This is a rare opportunity to hear from one of our time's best horror writers and get a glimpse into his creative process. Whether you're a writer yourself or enjoy a good scare, you'll find this interview fascinating and informative. Gregory's Social Media: Author website: https://gregoryfrost.com/ Wired Review of Rhymer: https://www.wired.com/2023/06/geeks-guide-rhymer-gregory-frost/ Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored by Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke; help came from ASE Reilly & Mint (thanks, guys) Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. Watch the video now, and don't forget to subscribe to CultureScape for more interviews with artists, writers, and creators. 👻📚🎙 #ghoststories #folktales #spooky --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message

In this episode of CultureScape, journalist Peter Pischke interviews Larian Studios Senior Writer Stephen Rooney, Senior writer for the massively popular game Baldur’s Gate 3. Rooney is the guy in charge of the Undead creepy crawlies you meet in BG3 & Divinity Original Sin. Stephen shares his insights and secrets on how he created Asterion, one of the most beloved and complex characters in the game. He also talks about his writing process, his influences, his challenges, and his future projects. What you need to know if you want to be as cool a writer as Stephen! If you are a fan of Baldur’s Gate 3, Dungeons & Dragons, or storytelling in general, you don’t want to miss this exclusive interview with one of the best writers in the industry. Watch the video and learn how Asterion came to life! Stephen's Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/nuckpang Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored by Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke, help came from ASE Reilly & Mint (thanks guys) Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. Thank you to Larian Studios for making such an incredible game & thank you to all our viewers for watching and stay tuned for more awesome content from Culturescape! 😊 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message

"You are the Protagonist of Your Own Life" - Reigan Arataka Have you ever wondered how Chris Niosi became the voice of Reigen Arataka, the charismatic con artist and self-proclaimed psychic in the popular anime series Mob Psycho 100? In this exclusive and in-depth interview, Chris Niosi reveals his journey as a voice actor, animator, and game designer. He also shares his insights on the art of voice acting, the challenges and rewards of working in the animation industry, and his advice for aspiring voice actors. Chris Niosi is a multi-talented and award-winning voice actor, animator, and game designer. He is best known for his roles as Reigen Arataka in Mob Psycho 100, Dezel in Tales of Zestiria, Khoury in Pokémon, and Kirbopher in TOME: Terrain of Magical Expertise. He is also the creator of the web series Brawl Taunts and Parody Rangers, and the director of the indie game TOME: Immortal Arena. In this interview, you will learn: - How Chris Niosi started his career as Kirbopher, a flash animator on Newgrounds - How he landed the role of Reigen Arataka in Mob Psycho 100 and what he loves about the character - What does everyone misunderstand about working in Hollywood and entertainment. Howie's Social Media: Youtube:    / @kirbopher15   Twitter: https://twitter.com/kirbopher?lang=en Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhA... Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored by Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke, help came from ASE Reilly & Mint (thanks guys) Video Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. Thank you for watching and stay tuned for more awesome content from Culturescape! 😊 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message

No other game is quite like Dungeons & Dragons, and no author is quite like Howard Andrew Jones. Are you a fan of fantasy writing and gaming? Do you love Dungeons and Dragons and Baldur’s Gate 3? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this video is for you! In this video, we have an exclusive interview with Howard Andrew Jones, a best-selling fantasy author and game designer who has worked on Pathfinder, designed fabulous fantasy stories, and been influenced and in turn, influenced creations like Baldurs Gate 3. In this interview he spills all his secrets and insights on how he creates fantasy worlds, what makes a good fantasy story, how Dungeons and Dragons inspired him to write fantasy, and what he thinks of the incredible game that is Baldur’s Gate 3. We discuss his latest series the Chronicles of Hamiver and the new entry, The City of Marble and Blood which comes out in October. Howard also jokes with Pete about the many badly written fantasy books, stories, and DnD campaigns. You don’t want to miss this amazing conversation with one of the most talented and passionate fantasy writers and gamers in the industry. Watch the video now and learn from a master of fantasy! Howie's Social Media: https://twitter.com/HowardAndrewJon website: https://www.howardandrewjones.com/ Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored by Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke, help came from ASE Reilly & Mint (thanks guys) Video Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. Thank you for watching CULTURESCAPE, See you next time! 😊 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message

In this CultureScape interview, Peter Pischke talks to James Czerniawski, a tech and innovation policy analyst and journalist for Americans for Prosperity Institute. James discusses the current political and cultural landscape for emerging ai technologies and how politicians, corporations, and regulators are trying to take away access to generative AI from the public. He explains why they are doing this, what are the consequences for innovation and freedom, and how you can fight back effectively. You don’t want to miss this eye-opening and informative discussion about one of the most important issues of our time. Watch the video now and share your thoughts in the comments below. And don’t forget to subscribe to CultureScape for more videos like this one. James's Social Media: X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/JamesCz19 website: https://t.co/4Lsbs8Vxda Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored by Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke, help came from ASE Reilly & Mint (thanks guys) Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message

Are you ready for an entertainment revolution? ( ▀ ͜͞ʖ▀) In this episode of CultureScape, host Peter Pischke talks to Ethan Van Sciver, the mastermind behind CyberFrog, and  @ComicArtistProSecrets  Ethan Van Sciver is a legendary comic book artist and creator of CyberFrog, one of the most successful crowdfunded comics ever. He started his career in comics working for DC Comics on iconic titles like Green Lantern and Superman. He then revived his early character CyberFrog, a genetically modified amphibian warrior who fights against a swarm of alien hornets that have taken over the Earth. He launched his first Indiegogo campaign for CyberFrog: Blood Honey in 2018, which raised over $500,000. He followed it up with CyberFrog: Rekt Planet in 2019, which raised over $1.2 million. He also plans to make action figures and other merchandise for his fans. In this 90-minute interview with Peter Pischke, Ethan shares his story of how he created CyberFrog and what inspired him to challenge the woke culture and SJWs that are ruining the comic industry. He also talks about his YouTube channel, ComicArtistPro Secrets, where he gives tips and advice on drawing comics, reviews comic books and movies, and exposes the hypocrisy and corruption of the mainstream media and entertainment. He also discusses his views on politics, culture, and current events. CyberFrog 3: Red Extermination Indiegogo: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ethan-van-sciver-s-cyberfrog-3-red-extermination Ethan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/EthanVanSciver Ethan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ComicArtistProSecrets Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored by Baen Books & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke, help came from ASE Reilly & Mint (thanks guys) See you next time! 😊 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturescape/message