CultureScape with Peter Pischke

CultureScape with Peter Pischke

CultureScape is the show that interviews the geek creators and influencers that built nerd culture. Hosted by Journalist Peter Pischke, Sponsored by Baen Books Publishing & Young Voices. Happy Warrior Subtack: https://happywarrior.substack.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP Youtube: https://bit.ly/2ItbgBY https://www.facebook.com/happywarriorpete/

Episodes

July 29, 2025 51 mins

📚 Why is the publishing industry falling apart? It’s not just AI’s fault. In this CultureScape interview, Peter Pischke sits down with indie author C.S. Johnson and Shaun C.W. Korsgaard (former Baen Books marketer & now head of Battle Born Publishing) to unpack the collapse of traditional publishing, the rise of self-publishing challenges, and the future of indie authors in a world run by algorithms and automation.🤖 From AI-g...

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🎙️ In this exclusive first-ever CultureScape interview, we talk to the developers of Hounded — an emotional Flintlock Fantasy dog adventure game on Kickstarter. Meet Duke, a brave Border Collie on a quest to find his lost master and spark a rebellion in a world shadowed by tyranny.🐶 Highlighted Topics:How Hounded blends heartfelt storytelling and immersive gameplay in its Flintlock Fantasy settingWhat inspired the Stray-meets-Fab...

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He was a Doctor Who Actor. Then he discovered Steve Irwin.How did Vislor Turlough become the man behind The Crocodile Hunter?In this exclusive full-length CultureScape interview, actor-turned-wildlife-filmmaker Mark Strickson takes us on an unbelievable journey—from BBC's Doctor Who in the 1980s to launching the career of Steve Irwin, the iconic Crocodile Hunter.🎬 You'll get untold stories from the Doctor Who set, wild pro...

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🔥 MUST‑WATCH EXCLUSIVE: Sandy Petersen UNLEASHES the untold secrets behind DOOM, Age of Empires, Call of Cthulhu & game‑design mastery!Get the INSIDE SCOOP from legendary designer Sandy Petersen—creator of the Call of Cthulhu tabletop RPG and mastermind of 20 iconic DOOM levels. In this deep‑dive interview, Sandy shares unfiltered stories about turning Lovecraft into pop culture, building trap‑filled shooter maps, and battling...

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🎬 NO BUDGET, ALL MADNESS: Jason Trost REVEALS Secrets for making Cult Films on Pocket Change (The FP, Waves of Madness)!Dive deep with indie filmmaking maverick Jason Trost, the writer, director, and star behind the cult phenomenon "The FP" series and the audacious new film "Waves of Madness"! In this exclusive CultureScape interview, Jason unpacks his revolutionary "pocket change" approach to craftin...

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Prepare for an epic dive into the world of gods and monsters! CultureScape brings you an EXCLUSIVE interview with the visionary creator brothers behind the smash-hit Netflix animated series, Blood of Zeus! In this can't-miss conversation, gain unprecedented behind-the-scenes insights into the making of Blood of Zeus and get a thrilling sneak peek at the highly anticipated Blood of Zeus Season 3, launching soon on Netflix!Join u...

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🔥 MUST-WATCH EXCLUSIVE: Johnny Yong Bosch DETAILS his thoughts on Devil May Cry's future & Bleach TYBW Final Season secrets!Get the INSIDE SCOOP directly from legendary voice actor Johnny Yong Bosch (Nero in DMC, Ichigo in Bleach)! In this deep-dive interview, JYB shares his unfiltered thoughts on his career in voice acting, the future of Devil May Cry – could DMC6 be next? Plus, hear his exclusive insights on voicing Ichigo K...

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🎙️ **CULTURESCAPE EXCLUSIVE: Reuben Langdon – Dante’s Legacy, Netflix’s Anime & UFO Secrets** Reuben Langdon, the iconic voice/stunt actor behind *Devil May Cry*’s Dante, pulls back the curtain on: ✅ Netflix’s upcoming *Devil May Cry* anime – His hopes for the series ✅ **DMC5’s most dangerous stunts** – Never-before-seen BTS stories ✅ **UFO encounter during *Avatar*** – What James Cameron won’t tell you ✅ **AI’s gaming takeov...

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🎥 **CULTURESCAPE EXCLUSIVE: The Untold Story of Gabriel & the Guardians** Jason Moody, creator of Angel Studios’ groundbreaking anime *Gabriel & the Guardians*, pulls back the curtain on: 🔥 **The Christian Art Crisis** – Why most faith-based media fails Gen Z 🔥 **Anime Storytelling Secrets** – Competing with mainstream hits like *Attack on Titan* 🔥 **Voice Acting Alchemy** – How Johnny Yong Bosch (*Power Rangers*) &...

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🎮 **Dive into the mind of Raphaël Colantonio**, visionary creator of *Dishonored* and *Prey (2017)*, in this exclusive interview! Discover: - 🛠️ **Arkane Studios’ Secrets**: The untold story of *Dishonored*’s stealth design and *Prey*’s 1:1 scale space station. - 🕹️Behind-the-scenes secrets of *Dishonored*’s stealth mechanics and *Prey*’s iconic mimic enemies. - 🚪 **WolfEye’s NEW 1900s Immersive Sim**: First details on Raphaël...

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🔴 CULTURESCAPE EXCLUSIVE: Warhorse Studios Lead Designer Ondřej Bittner & PR Director Tobias Stolz-Zwilling reveal KCD2's development battles :➡️ Support KCD2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1771300/Kingdom_Come_Deliverance_II ✅ Behind KCD2's record-breaking Steam launch✅ Henry's evolution from peasant to hero ✅ Guinness World Record script challenges ✅ Why "medieval simulator" nearly doomed developm...

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🔴 CULTURESCAPE EXCLUSIVE: Hack the Movies’ Tony joins Peter Pischke to Dive Into: ✅ Disney’s MCU crisis: Why superhero films are dying ✅ Hollywood’s secret failed life rafts: AI scripts & desperate gimmicks ✅ Horror movie disasters that you still sorta love ✅ What's going to happen to American Film Companies now without the Chinese Box Office.⏰ **CHAPTERS: 00:00 What's Up Homies12:34 Hollywood Disasters35:19 Texas C...

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Hey everyone, welcome to CultureScape! I’m Peter Pischke, and today, I have an incredible interview with one of the greatest storytellers in gaming history—Ken Levine. If you’re a fan of Bioshock or curious about his new game, Judas, this is the video you’ve been waiting for. Don’t miss out on this insightful and inspiring conversation! Hit that subscribe button and ring the bell 🔔 to stay updated with our latest interviews and ...

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🚨 Is Devil May Cry 6 Finally Happening? 🚨 Hey everyone, welcome back to CultureScape! I’m Peter Pischke, and today, I have an exclusive interview with the man behind Dante, Reuben Langdon. If you’ve been dying for updates on Devil May Cry 6 or wondering what Reuben’s been up to, you’re in for a treat. Don’t miss out on this insightful and inspiring conversation! Hit that subscribe button and ring the bell 🔔 to stay updated wi...

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What happened Behind the Scenes on Attack of the Show, and what was Olivia Munn’s drama? We find out this and more G4TV Insider Secrets from Christopher Flynn, who worked on the show. Hey there, welcome to CultureScape! I’m Peter Pischke, and in this exclusive episode, we sit down with Christopher Flynn, a former cameraman and technical producer on G4TV's iconic Attack of the Show. Christopher shares salacious stories and insider...

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🌀OFFICIAL Winds of Winter Update & Why House of the Dragon Fails | Elio Garcia (GRRM Team) Interview🌀 Hey there, welcome to CultureScape! I’m Peter Pischke, and today, I’ve got something special for you—an exclusive sit-down with Elio Garcia, the man who’s been working side-by-side with George R.R. Martin for years. If you’re frustrated about why The Winds of Winter hasn’t hit the shelves yet or wondering why House of the Dr...

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Welcome to another exciting episode of CultureScape! 🌟 In this exclusive interview, we sit down with the legendary Gene Park, a renowned games journalist from The Washington Post. Gene shares his incredible journey from his origins in the gaming world to his battle with cancer and his unwavering commitment to real, ethical games journalism. 🕹️✨ In this video, you’ll discover: Gene Park’s early days and how he got into games ...

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🚨 DC Comics Artist Shane Davis Reveals the Shocking Truth Behind the Industry’s Collapse!🚨 Join us for an exclusive interview with the legendary DC Comics artist and independent comic book creator,  @TalkingDrawingwithShaneDavis  🎨🦸‍♂️ In this in-depth conversation, Shane Davis shares his insights on the demise of the comic book industry, his experiences working at DC Comics, and the future of independent comics. 📚✨ 🔥 High...

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🎬 Where does Right-Wing Cringe Come From Exactly?🎬 The essay that inspired this conversation: https://americanmind.org/features/a-matter-of-taste/ Join us on CultureScape as we dive deep into the world of conservative entertainment with the insightful Spencer Klavan! 📺✨ In this exclusive interview, Spencer Klavan, the renowned conservative writer, podcast host, and essayist, reveals why conservative TV shows, cartoons, and fil...

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🔥Disney on fire!?🔥 Kneon of @ClownfishTV Breaks It Down - Don’t Miss Out!🎙️ Dive into the heart of the culture war with our exclusive interview featuring Kneon, the insightful host of Clownfish TV. 🎥🍿 In this riveting discussion, Kneon sheds light on the challenges Disney faces and the shifting landscape of nerd culture. We discuss his career in journalism and comics, blogging and youtube. From his unique perspective as a p...

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