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Critical Culture

Critical Culture

Written by: Travis Retzlaff
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The Critical Culture show is produced by a pair of middle-aged midwestern dads. We are both gamers, technology enthusiasts, and dads. We'll cover technology, current events, and other topics we find interesting.2025 Travis Retzlaff Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Marijuana: The Risks of High Potency and Rewards of Research and Regulation
    Dec 17 2025

    Personal experience meets policy in this deep dive into both the good and the bad of my family's lived experience. From managing bipolar disorder and ADHD with low-dose THC to a harrowing family crisis involving Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), this episode explores the real-world consequences of unregulated marijuana and its rising THC potency. We discuss the history of marijuana strength, the medical realities of CHS, and why federal reclassification and rigorous research are essential to ensuring safety for both recreational and medicinal users.

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    11 mins
  • EP08 - Terrible Tariffs
    Apr 11 2025

    Today we talk about Trump's terrible tariffs. From their childlike misuse, the impacts on specific parts of our economy, and how you may want to adjust to avoid the brunt of them.

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    38 mins
  • Critical Culture EP02: Social Media and Individual Manipulation - Dark Madder
    Mar 3 2025

    Critical Culture EP02: Social Media and Individual Manipulation - Dark Madder

    In Episode 2 of Critical Culture, we dive into the unsettling relationship between social media and individual manipulation. How are our thoughts, behaviors, and identities shaped by the platforms we use every day? From algorithmic control to curated realities, "Dark Madder" explores the psychological and cultural forces at play in our digital lives.

    Join us as we uncover:

    The subtle ways social media rewires our perceptions

    How digital platforms exploit human psychology

    The impact of curated content on identity and self-worth

    Real-world consequences of online manipulation

    Whether you're a casual scroller or a digital skeptic, this episode will make you think twice about your relationship with the apps in your pocket.

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    35 mins
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