Have you ever listened to the sound of fingers drumming on a glass bottle? Or maybe the rustle of grass in a field? The world is full of sounds that we find calming and pleasing to the ear, and some people have reported specific reactions to certain sounds. This has become known as the ASMR effect, and now there are dozens of videos being created trying to recreate this reaction in people. Though it has a bad reputation, there have been numerous medical studies on the subject, and with trends of ASMR on the rise, could this be considered a new professional entertainment medium? The ControCast intends to discuss the multi-faceted world of ASMR and streaming to find out. And please consider making a monthly donation to help support the show! Even $0.99 per month will help us bring you a more professional and entertaining podcast. Click this link to get started: https://anchor.fm/controversialcast/support

The video gaming industry has seen a huge rise in interest and production in the past decade. However, with this interest comes the need for innovation. As graphics become more life-like and the stories more immersive, are we doing the world a disservice by inciting violence through the use of popular but cartoon-ified first person shooters (FPS) such as Fortnite or Overwatch? The ControCast is passionate about video games but we attempt to set aside our own biases and really look at the video games of today to answer this question.

Online classes? In MY education system? It's more likely than you think. Due to the digital push that COVID has brought to the world, the topic of school and online classes has been on the minds of many. During this episode, the ControCast discusses the pros and cons of a 100% digital education system in our future. 

Ever considered going vegan? The ControCast has, and no matter whether you're an herbivore or a carnivore, you should listen in and consider the pros and cons to going vegan with the rest of us. It's sure to be an interesting topic of discussion when PETA gets involved.

There are a surprising number of age restrictions on things that you may not expect; everything from spray paint to owning guns to marriage has some sort of age restriction slapped onto it, and the ages are constantly being changed over time. Join the ControCast as we discuss which age restrictions should be lowered and why.

"OH FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUDGE...only I didn't say fudge." If you've ever had an 'A Christmas Story moment', then you understand how this feels. But are bad words inherently bad, or are these words just what we make them? Join the ControCast as we debate about cursing. WARNING: Expletives are mentioned throughout the discussion, so listener discretion is advised. (Irony?)

Is money the root of all evil? If so, it only seems fitting that the ControCast has our very first episode featuring our "Devil's Advocate" rule applied. Join us as we delve into the mysteries of the top 1% with a little twist!

The token female member of ControCast hosts an awkward conversation about prostitution with three men. Join us as we navigate this minefield while trying to avoid mansplaining. What could possibly go wrong?

Spoiler Alert! For this episode, the ControCast talks about the Avengers series. Marvel fans the world over might get a little heated when you bring up Endgame, and we're no different. We have a lot of hot takes about this space dad, so grab some popcorn and take a seat, and we hope you enjoy the show!

SILENCE, BRAND. Do you ever feel like companies have gotten a little too relatable? Whether it's using memes or taking political stands, there seems to be a fine line between heartwarming and just plain uncomfortable when restaurants, tech industries, and clothing brands get political. Listen to the ControCast's take on this very political episode to learn what questions to ask when researching your favorite brands.