Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical

About this episode

The episode discusses the satire of Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical and its commentary on propaganda and culture.

Send us Fan Mail Whether 4/20 is a day you celebrate or not, it is always a good idea to celebrate Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical ruthlessly satirizing not just the anti drug PSA of the same name, but the culture that created it. Join Jas, Charlotte, Ella, Gillian, Conor, and Katie in a discussion of the dangerous power of propaganda, and how sometimes making fun of it is the best weapon we have against it, the brilliant performances and music, and the unfortunate failings of white creator...

People in this episode

Host: Jas

Topics covered

• satire
• propaganda
• musical
• film discussion
• cultural critique

Keywords

• Reefer Madness
• musical
• satire
• propaganda
• film review

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical, Reefer Madness

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