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The co-hosts argued that the perception of Hollywood as a "corporate PR arm" for left-leaning ideologies has caused it to overlook meaningful engagement with a significant portion of its audience. This criticism pointed to a paradox: the more Hollywood sought to define its narratives through partisan lenses, the less resonance it found with the general public.
The Need for Authenticity and Connection
Softening the conversation, the hosts urged that a return to producing authentic and relatable content would be necessary for Hollywood's path forward. They highlighted the past where diverse representation in media was accepted and normalized, calling into question Hollywood's recent, often heavy-handed attempts at diversity which might have appeared opportunistic or misguided.