Episode 12 :D&D and The satanic panic

In this episode, we delve into the tumultuous history of Dungeons
& Dragons during the 1980s, a period marked by the "Satanic
Panic." We explore how D&D, a tabletop role-playing game
loved by millions, became the focal point of a moral panic where
it was accused of promoting Satanism, leading to real-life
consequences for its players.
We begin by discussing the origins of D&D, created by Gary
Gygax and Dave Arneson, and how its themes of magic, fantasy, and
role-playing were misinterpreted by some religious groups and
media. The episode covers notable incidents like the
disappearance of James Dallas Egbert III, which, despite having
no actual connection to D&D, was sensationalized by the
media, further fueling public hysteria.