EPISODE · Aug 23, 2024 · 19 MIN
Episode 225:Seriously, Disney?!
from The Geek Watch Podcast · host Brian J Hatcher & Mandy Petry
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy explore a bizarre legal case involving Disney and delve into the complexities of consuming media from controversial creators. They discuss Disney's deadly mishandling of an allergy issue leading to a lawsuit with a bizarre defense, the sudden cancellation of 'The Acolyte,' and the dilemmas of separating art from the artist, using examples like H.P. Lovecraft and Neil Gaiman. The episode also touches on the impact of streaming and corporate decisions on Hollywood storytelling. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:42 A Strange Disney Incident 02:58 Legal Battle and Disney's Defense 04:30 Disney's PR Nightmare 06:32 Cancellation of The Acolyte 10:56 Debate on Supporting Controversial Art 18:18 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy explore a bizarre legal case involving Disney and delve into the complexities of consuming media from controversial creators. They discuss Disney's deadly mishandling of an allergy issue leading to a lawsuit with a bizarre defense, the sudden cancellation of 'The Acolyte,' and the dilemmas of separating art from the artist, using examples like H.P. Lovecraft and Neil Gaiman. The episode also touches on the impact of streaming and corporate decisions on Hollywood storytelling. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:42 A Strange Disney Incident 02:58 Legal Battle and Disney's Defense 04:30 Disney's PR Nightmare 06:32 Cancellation of The Acolyte 10:56 Debate on Supporting Controversial Art 18:18 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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Episode 225:Seriously, Disney?!
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