📚 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-generated slop flooding Amazon to the decline in fiction book sales, this deep dive uncovers how legacy publishing models are breaking down, and what independent creators must do to survive.🔍 What You'll Learn:📉 Why 1 in 5 books sell fewer than 12 copies📚 How the publishing industry collapse affects readers and authors alike🤖 Why AI and Amazon are not the only threats to book publishing🧠 The failure of traditional curation systems✊ How indie authors succeed with fan-first publishing and direct engagement🔮 How platforms like Substack, Iron Age, and decentralized media are shaping the future of books⏰ Chapters0:00 – Killer Pooh & Public Domain Parody1:15 – Publishing Crisis & Industry Breakdown4:30 – Can Authors Still Make It Today?6:45 – AI Slop & Self-Publishing Chaos13:15 – Discovery Failures: Goodreads, Amazon, & Algorithms17:00 – Romance Genre Dominance & Algorithm Games20:30 – Fiction’s Cultural Decline & Losing Male Readers24:10 – Saving Publishing: Quality, Curation, and Niche Focus28:35 – The Future: Indie Success, Creator Ecosystems & Book Industry Transformation🎙️ Host: Peter Pischke🧠 Guests:C.S. Johnson – Indie Author: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00E8TOZ9QShaun C.W. Korsgaard – Editor, Iron Age Media & Battle Born Publishing: https://x.com/scwkorsgaard?lang=en🐦 Twitter: @HappyWarriorP🎧 Listen: Spotify | Apple Podcasts💰 Support: Patreon🧙‍♂️ Editor: Chris Holowicki💬 What do YOU think?Are you more likely to trust independent authors over the Big 5?📣 Comment below — and don’t forget to LIKE & SHARE to support indie publishing!#publishingindustry #indieauthors #AIbooks #aiimpact #booktok #bookcollapse #bookindustry

🎙️ 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-Fable-style adventure narrativeBehind-the-scenes of the Kickstarter campaign and early gameplay revealDeveloper insights into scent-tracking mechanics, The Tide power, and visual storytellingWhen will Pete's dogs get put into the game!?🧠 Why Watch “Exclusive Hounded Dev Interview | Flintlock Fantasy Dog Game Inspired by Stray 🐶”?Deep Dive into Gameplay: Learn how players track scent, wield mystical Tide powers, and explore Duke’s missionStory & World-Building: Gain insight into crafting a narrative about loyalty, rebellion, and emotional bond—not just another indie platformerKickstarter & Dev Talk: Get the exclusive story behind the game’s launch and upcoming roadmapSupport the Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/houndedgame/hounded⏰ Chapters (Timestamps)🔔 Subscribe to CultureScape for more developer-first interviews, indie game deep dives, and nerd-culture storytelling!👉 https://www.youtube.com/@HappyWarrior?sub_confirmation=1💬 Comment below:Are you a fan of Stray-style dog adventure games?Which feature in Hounded (tracking, story, fantasy world) excites you most?💬 COMMENT: What’s your favorite Doctor Who companion or wildest Steve Irwin moment?👍 LIKE if either of these legends shaped your worldview📣 SHARE to keep stories like these alive in fandom & film history🔗 More from CultureScape:🎮 Hack the Movies vs Hollywood – Watch🔥 Canceled Doctor Who Writer (Gareth Roberts) – Watch⚔️ Winds of Winter Update & HOTD Analysis – Watch🎙️ Host: Peter Pischke🐦 X / Twitter: @HappyWarriorP🎧 Podcast: Spotify💰 Support the Show: Patreon🧙‍♂️ Editor: Chris Holowicki#Hounded #IndieGame #DogGame #FlintlockFantasy #Kickstarter #Stray #Interview #DevTalk

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 production drama, and never-before-heard insights into how Strickson helped shape Ten Deadliest Snakes in the World, the series that catapulted Irwin to international stardom.🛸 Whether you're a lifelong Doctor Who fan, fascinated by behind-the-scenes BBC history, or obsessed with wildlife documentaries, this is the ultimate crossover deep dive you didn't know you needed.🔎 Why Watch?🧠 Classic Doctor Who Behind-the-Scenes: Secrets, cast chaos & production truths from the TARDIS era🐊 The Real Origin of Steve Irwin: How Mark discovered and mentored the future Crocodile Hunter🐍 Wild Set Stories: Deadly snakes, near-death encounters & the making of high-risk wildlife TV🔥 Career Transformation: From cult sci-fi actor to groundbreaking wildlife filmmaker🎥 Exclusive Full Interview — no sound bites, just the full untold story⏰ Chapters (Timestamps)0:00 – From Turlough to Crocodile Hunter: Mark Strickson’s Wild Journey3:12 – Becoming Turlough: The Doctor Who Casting Story12:55 – Inside the TARDIS: BBC Set Chaos & Crew Secrets22:40 – Lost Episodes & What the BBC Didn’t Want You to See29:18 – Why He Left Acting: From Drama School to Zoology33:02 – Discovering Steve Irwin: The Untold Outback Encounter43:16 – Making Crocodile Hunter: Dangerous Filming & Insane Field Stories55:07 – Reflections on Fame, Wildlife, and Changing TV Forever🧠 Join the CultureScape Community🔔 Subscribe for weekly deep dives & exclusive interviews:https://www.youtube.com/@HappyWarrior?sub_confirmation=1💬 COMMENT: What's your favorite Doctor Who era or wildest Steve Irwin moment?👍 LIKE this if either icon helped shape your worldview!📣 SHARE this video to bring the untold story to more fans.🔗 Explore More Exclusive Interviews:🎮 Ken Levine (BioShock): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKdcthFYnr4🎮 Kingdom Come Devs on Cut Content & Combat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLQLZVC0D3I🔥 Dante Speaks Out – DMC Voice Actor on Anime & DMC6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4m0Tx6SvGXY🧙‍♂️ Edited by Chris Holowicki🐦 Follow Peter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP🎧 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1💰 Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/culturescape🔥 Tags-Ready Hashtag Cloud#DoctorWho #SteveIrwin #CrocodileHunter #MarkStrickson #NatureDocumentary #BehindTheScenes #ExclusiveInterview

🔥 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 real‑world geopolitics while balancing Age of Empires. You won’t find these revelations anywhere else!⏰ TIMESTAMPS (Chapters)0:00 The Dark Architect10:34 Doom14:11 Age of Empires32:34 Inside Ensemble’s Shutdown & Canceled Halo MMO1:14:32 HP LoveCraft Deep Dive💥 WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER INSIDEThe D&D scenario that birthed a global horror franchiseSandy’s “fun‑first” rule for DOOM level design (trap rooms FTW!)Why Microsoft forced a Korean civ into AoE 2—and the falloutHow Call of Cthulhu outsells D&D in Japan with a 70 % female audienceCthulhu vs Godzilla—could psychic kaiju mind‑control actually work?Actionable tips for today’s indie devs and tabletop creators🔗 Connect with Sandy Petersen🐙 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SandyofCthulhu🐦 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/sandyofcthulhu?lang=ga🌟 More from CultureScape🎧 Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1💰 Support Us (Patreon): https://www.patreon.com/culturescape🐦 Behind‑the‑Scenes (Peter’s X): https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP👍 SMASH that LIKE if DOOM or Cthulhu shaped your gaming life!💬 COMMENT: Which DOOM monster or RPG horror moment still haunts you?🚀 SUBSCRIBE & Hit the BELL for more creator deep dives!Huge thanks to editor Chris Holowicki for turning cosmic madness into clean cuts. 🙏#SandyPetersen #DOOM #CallOfCthulhu #ageofempires #rts #GameDesign #Interview

🎬 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 crafting unforgettable, genre-bending movies. Discover the raw, unfiltered truth about making impactful films with virtually no budget, the creative vision that spawned the iconic Frazer Park universe, and the insane journey behind bringing "Waves of Madness" to life.If you're an aspiring filmmaker, a fan of DIY cinema, or love cult movies that defy convention, this interview is ESSENTIAL VIEWING! Jason Trost holds nothing back.➡️Chapters:00:00 - 🎬 Jason Trost's Niche Filmmaking Philosophy10:01 - 💥 Making "Waves of Madness": An Indie Rebellion26:01 - 😱 Hollywood Critiques & Jason Trost's Wild Stories34:01 - 🤣 Comedy's Death & On-Set Filmmaking Disasters42:01 - 🎮 Retro Gaming Influence & Failed Horror Films50:01 - 🛠️ Jason Trost's Indie Filmmaking Survival Guide1:04:01 - 🔥 Closing Thoughts: "Art Should Divide"💥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER INSIDE:Jason Trost's journey from film school to cult indie icon.The "No Budget, All Madness" ethos that fuels his filmmaking.Never-shared stories behind the making of "The FP" and its sequels.Practical, actionable advice for making movies with virtually NO money (the "pocket change" method!).Exclusive insights into the production and themes of "Waves of Madness."How to write, direct, and star in your own features.Secrets to building a unique cinematic universe and dedicated fanbase.Jason's unfiltered take on the challenges and rewards of DIY filmmaking.What's next for the visionary director of "The FP"?🔗 CONNECT WITH JASON TROST & HIS WORK:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonwtrost/?hl=en🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JasonTrost248/videos🌊 Watch "The FP" & "Waves of Madness": Available now on Tubi, Amazon Prime Video, and other VOD services!🌟 MORE FROM CULTURESCAPE WITH PETER PISCHKE:🎧 Podcast Version (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1💰 Support Us & Get Perks (Patreon): https://www.patreon.com/culturescape🐦 Behind-the-Scenes (Peter's Twitter): https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP📺 SUBSCRIBE to CultureScape for More Interviews: www.youtube.com/channel/UCnsSjx-ECzH-ijyVKwb-ZpA?sub_confirmation=1👍 SMASH that LIKE button if you love indie films, The FP, or creative filmmaking!💬 COMMENT below: What's YOUR favorite indie film made on a shoestring budget, or what's your biggest filmmaking challenge?🚀 SUBSCRIBE & Hit the BELL for more exclusive interviews with the geek creators who built nerd culture!🙏 Huge Thanks to @DRUNKENATHEISTSTUDIO For his great work as always!#JasonTrost #TheFP #WavesOfMadness #CultFilm #IndieFilmmaking #CultureScape #MovieInterview

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 us as we explore the creative process of bringing the rich tapestry of Greek mythology to life through stunning animation. The creators share their inspirations, the challenges they faced in developing the intricate storylines and compelling characters of Blood of Zeus, and what fans can expect from the upcoming third season. Get ready for exclusive reveals about new characters, potential plot twists, and the escalating conflict among the gods, giants, and heroes of Blood of Zeus Season 3!If you're a devoted fan of Blood of Zeus, a lover of Greek myths, or simply enjoy high-quality animated series on Netflix, this exclusive interview is a must-watch! Hear directly from the minds that brought this incredible world to life and get the inside track on what's coming next in Blood of Zeus Season 3.Don't forget to share your excitement for Blood of Zeus Season 3 in the comments below! 👇🔔 Subscribe to CultureScape for more exclusive interviews and deep dives into your favorite shows and films!🌟 More from CultureScape:🎧 Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1💰 Support Us (Patreon): https://www.patreon.com/culturescape🐦 Behind-the-Scenes (Peter's Twitter): https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP👍 SMASH that LIKE button if you love JYB, DMC, or Bleach!💬 COMMENT: What are YOUR theories for DMC6 or the Bleach finale?🚀 SUBSCRIBE & Hit the BELL for more exclusive geek culture interviews!Huge Thanks to my editor Chris Holowicki for his great work as always🙏#BloodOfZeus #Netflix #Animation #GreekMythology #CreatorInterview #Exclusive #BehindTheScenes #AnimatedSeries #CultureScape #NetflixOriginal

🔥 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 Kurosaki through the epic finale of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War. You won't find this anywhere else!⏰ TIMESTAMPS (Chapters):0:00 From Martial Arts Stunts to Power Rangers Icon15:57 The Pivotal Leap into Anime Voice Acting23:16 Landing Ichigo: The Story Behind Bleach's Lead Role29:01 Devil May Cry Deep Dive: Voicing Nero & Shaping DMC537:33 Navigating Voice Acting, Fan Culture & Conventions52:10 DMC6 & Bleach Finale Theories + AI's Impact on VAs1:05:04 Behind the Mic: Angel Studios' Gabriel & Indie Films1:15:27 Eye Shine Band Journey & Final Reflections💥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER INSIDE:JYB's untold journey from Power Ranger to voice acting legend.Never-shared stories behind voicing Nero & Ichigo Kurosaki.JYB's personal take: What's next for Devil May Cry? (DMC6?!)Adapting Bleach's Thousand-Year Blood War: Challenges & Triumphs.How AI is changing the game for voice actors.Updates on JYB's indie film projects & music (Formerly Eye Shine & now Where Giants Fall).🔗 Connect with Johnny Yong Bosch:X: https://x.com/johnnyyongbosch?lang=ca📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnnyyongbosch/?hl=en🌐 Website: https://johnnyyongbosch.com/🌟 More from CultureScape:🎧 Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1💰 Support Us (Patreon): https://www.patreon.com/culturescape🐦 Behind-the-Scenes (Peter's Twitter): https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP👍 SMASH that LIKE button if you love JYB, DMC, or Bleach!💬 COMMENT: What are YOUR theories for DMC6 or the Bleach finale?🚀 SUBSCRIBE & Hit the BELL for more exclusive geek culture interviews!#JohnnyYongBosch #DevilMayCry #BleachTYBW #Interview #Nero #IchigoKurosaki #VoiceActor

🎙️ **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 takeover** – Can tech replace Dante’s voice? ⏰ **CHAPTERS**: 00:00 - Dante’s Return07:01 - *DMC* Stunt Secrets 15:30 - *Avatar* Motion-Capture 31:19 - Surviving Bullets: Guatemala Ambush Exposed 46:39 - Hollywood’s UFO Files: Reuben’s Experiences56:35 - AI vs. Dante: Future of Voice Acting💬 **DEBATE BELOW**: “Should Reuben show up in Netflix’s *DMC* anime season 2? 🔥 YES/NO” 🔗 **WATCH NEXT**: [“How *Devil May Cry* Changed Gaming”](https://youtube.com/yourvideo) [“Angel Studios’ Riskiest Projects”](https://angel.com) 👇 **JOIN CULTURESCAPE**: 🔔 **Subscribe** – Deep dives every Thursday! 👍 **LIKE** to demand Reuben’s Netflix comeback! --- **#DevilMayCry #NetflixAnime #Dante #UFODisclosure**

🎥 **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*) & James Arnold Taylor (*Star Wars*) joined the revolution ⏰ **CHAPTERS** 00:00 - Why Christian Art is Broken (And How to Fix It) 07:01 - The Danger of Preachy Storytelling [Exposed] 11:25 - From Wall Street to Anime: Jason Moody’s Unlikely Journey 23:45 - Hollywood Hustle: Pitching Gabriel & the Guardians 32:49 - Angel Studios’ $1M Gamble on Indie Animation 44:14 - Voice Acting Secrets: Attracting *Power Rangers* & *Star Wars* Talent 59:22 - Breaking Barriers: How Indie Creators Are Changing Hollywood 📢 **COMMENT NOW** “Would YOU watch a David vs. Goliath anime? Let’s get 100+ replies!” 🔗 **WATCH + SUPPORT** [**Gabriel & the Guardians** – Stream FREE on Angel Studioshttps://www.angel.com/shows/gabriel-and-the-guardians (Over 1M Guild-approved views!) 🔔 **Subscribe** – New deep dives drop every Thursday! 🔗 **Follow Jason**: - 🐦 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielandtheguardians/?hl=en - 🎵 Prequel Comic: https://shop.angel.com/products/gabriel-and-the-guardians-introductory-manga🌟 **Explore More from CultureScape**: - 🎧 Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 - 💰 Support Us (Patreon): https://patreon.com/culturescape - 🐦 Behind-the-Scenes: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP 🎵 FAAS Sounds | ✂️ Chris Holowicki👍 **Love gaming deep dives? Like, comment, and subscribe for more!** **#ChristianAnime #IndieAnimation #VoiceActing #FaithBasedArt #NerdCulture #BiblicalStorytelling**

🎮 **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’s mysterious new project. - 🎸 **Weird Wolves**: His secret life as a game developer *and* touring musician. - 💥 **Why He QUIT Arkane**: Candid talk on industry trends and creative freedom. 🔥 **Timestamps**: 00:00 – Intro to Gaming’s Immersive Sim Legend 15:22 – Building Arkane’s First Masterpiece (*Arx Fatalis*) 27:24 – Creating *Dishonored* with Harvey Smith 42:57 – Inside *Prey*’s Groundbreaking Design 58:42 – Why Raphaël LEFT Arkane Studios 01:04:26 – Weird Wolves: Music, Games, & Touring 01:13:09 – WolfEye’s NEW 1900s Immersive Sim 🔗 **Follow Raphaël**: - 🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/rafcolantonio - 🎵 Weird Wolves: https://www.youtube.com/@WeirdWolves 🌟 **Explore More from CultureScape**: - 🎧 Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 - 💰 Support Us (Patreon): https://patreon.com/culturescape - 🐦 Behind-the-Scenes: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP 🎵 FAAS Sounds | ✂️ Chris Holowicki👍 **Love gaming deep dives? Like, comment, and subscribe for more!** #ImmersiveSim #GameDesign #ArkaneStudios #Prey #Dishonored