Part 7/11:
The hosts argue that Disney’s strategy has been to push divisive content that alienates core fans, while attempting to reframe Star Wars as a “subversion” franchise that intentionally disregards past storytelling integrity. This disconnect has led to decreased toy sales and a backlog of merchandise sitting unsold—evidence of a franchise that has lost its sheen. Some toys are being liquidated at cents on the dollar, symbolizing the franchise’s diminished cultural footprint.