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This animosity extends to the broader cultural debate. Many legacy outlets and their employees have expressed disdain for the rise of YouTube and digital-savvy entrepreneurs, accusing them of undermining traditional gatekeeping and disappointing their own industry’s entrenched expectations. Many insiders believe this hostility is rooted in fear: these new creators and entrepreneurs are bypassing old gatekeeping structures, often generating better engagement and more authentic connection with audiences.