Chapter
The History of Video Games and Moral Panic
45:25 - 54:21 (08:56)
From pinball to Grand Theft Auto, video games have always been the target of parental and political concern for corrupting young people, being associated with drug use, and teaching violence.
Clips
Rosie O'Donnell explores the connection between our brains and experiences by addressing unusual questions, bringing in friends and family to join in the discussion.
45:25 - 47:57 (02:31)
Summary
Rosie O'Donnell explores the connection between our brains and experiences by addressing unusual questions, bringing in friends and family to join in the discussion.
ChapterThe History of Video Games and Moral Panic
EpisodeArcades: Nostalgia Abounds
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The misconception about video games being detrimental to children is not a new story.
47:57 - 51:29 (03:32)
Summary
The misconception about video games being detrimental to children is not a new story. From pinball machines to Grand Theft Auto, parents and politicians have constantly accused video games of corrupting individuals by turning them into zombies or teaching them to enjoy violence.
ChapterThe History of Video Games and Moral Panic
EpisodeArcades: Nostalgia Abounds
PodcastStuff You Should Know
A generation gap and lack of understanding contributed to the decline of video game arcades.
51:29 - 52:21 (00:51)
Summary
A generation gap and lack of understanding contributed to the decline of video game arcades.
ChapterThe History of Video Games and Moral Panic
EpisodeArcades: Nostalgia Abounds
PodcastStuff You Should Know
A former smoker shares about his childhood smoking habits and how he and his friends used to pool money together to buy cigarettes, as well as how he would try to hide the smell of smoke from his parents.
52:21 - 54:21 (02:00)
Summary
A former smoker shares about his childhood smoking habits and how he and his friends used to pool money together to buy cigarettes, as well as how he would try to hide the smell of smoke from his parents.