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The psych files. (2007). Episode 37: The effects of video game violence. Retrieved from: http://www.thepsychfiles.com/2007/12/07/effects-of-video-game-violence/

An audio clip that runs just under 28 minutes, episode 37 of the psych files discusses how violent video games have an effect on people. The main question that is looked at here is whether violent video games create violent people, or if violent people are drawn to violent video games. This is a great podcast as it offers an insightful and lengthy discussion on the topic. It would be great for a journalist who wanted to explore the idea that violent people may be drawn to violent video games. It is witty, intelligent and very useful, and it would certainly be a great source.


Handelman, L. (Editor). (2008). The effects of violent video games. Oxford University Press USA. Retrieved from http://blog.oup.com/2008/06/vidviolence/

This podcast is a discussion between Craig Anderson and Karen Dill, both of whom are experts on media effects on violence and aggression. Here, Anderson and Dill discuss how bad some video games are. They go into detail regarding the effect media have and how most people are unaware of it. The podcast would be perfect for journalsits because it is two distinguished and educated individuals speaking on a topic in which they are experts. Also, the site provides a trascript, so a journalsit could lift quotes easily. This is a good source that any journalist could use.


Epstein, R. (2008). The skeptical psychologist. The truth about media violence. Retrieved from http://drrobertepstein.com/wordpress/?p=34

Epstein, the former editor-in-chief at Psychology Today, offers an interesting commentary on the issue of media violence and its effect. He is, as the title suggest, skeptical of the claim. The podcast lasts about seven minutes, and it is defintiely worth listening to. Epstein is an intelligent, credible source who offers another side to any journalist writing this story. His expertise are great, and he offers great insight into the topic.