There are some deeply ingrained stereotypes about Dungeons & Dragons, and those stereotypes usually begin and end with people shouting "NERD!!!" But the reality of the D&D universe is a whole lot more complex. Rather than being an escape from reality, D&D is actually a way to enhance some important real life skillz! It's a chance to learn problem solving, visualization, interaction, organization, people management... the list could go on and on. Plus, there are some very famous non-nerds who have declared an affinity for D&D, so best stop criticizing and join in if you want to be a successful at the game of life. Let us know what sorts of crazy ideas you have, about this episode and otherwise: Tweet at us! @pbsideachannel (yes, the longest twitter username ever) Email us! pbsideachannel [at] gmail [dot] com Hosted by Mike Rugnetta (@mikerugnetta) Made by Kornhaber Brown (http://www.kornhaberbrown.com/) Assets Used: Community - Dungeons and Dragons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gE6kLeUG87s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dQYhzpuH4A Dungeons and Dragons Cartoon Intro https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JjhQ1Oi_3k Freaks and Geeks - Carlos the Dwarf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJAGxAeV7YU Big Bang Theory - Dungeons and Dragons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2KxbLvJrLw Dungeons and Dragons and Bitches http://vimeo.com/39114507 Matthew Lillard Plays Dungeons and Dragons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrA8yGOMFCg Zero Charisma Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kp_OipK3CFo soldiers playing dungeons and dragons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCnLzl2C8zM MUSIC: Doctor Who Theme Tune 2005-2007 By Murray Gold https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CYDgezeQas Roglok: http://vimeo.com/musicstore/track/21166 Level 5: Room for the Homeless http://www.jamendo.com/en/list/a101325/level-5 Clockwork - Titan (geometry remix) http://soundcloud.com/wompworthy/clockwork-titan-geometry-remix Want some more Idea Channel? Here's last week's episode: "Is Doctor Who A Religion?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Csjr8bXvPw Want another one? Here ya go: "What Do MP3s and Magic Spells Have In Common?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tDMqO7zgqE You want more? Check this one out: "Is Diablo III Turning Virtual Economies into Real Ones?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyfV5IsAi3Y