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Calling for more authentic creativity, the speakers urge writers and creators to develop new ideas, rather than piggybacking on beloved properties. They commend studios like Netflix, where creators like Rebecca Sugar have pioneered original, diverse, and innovative content—including Steven Universe—without a reliance on nostalgia.
Nostalgia as an Imitation, Not a Reconstruction
Throughout the discussion, the hosts emphasize that current attempts at reviving 80s properties often amount to superficial imitation, not genuine reinvention. They critique how these reboots and adaptations tend to "bastardize" the originals, altering key elements to suit modern sensibilities, often at the expense of authenticity.