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They criticize Disney’s apparent abandonment of progressive initiatives, arguing that the studio is reluctantly reverting to traditional casting norms—white actresses for white characters—just as their box office numbers falter. They mock the industry’s ever-changing narratives, where the label "woke" is tossed around to explain deviations from stereotypical casting, but the real intent appears to be financial pragmatism.
The hosts muse about potential actresses for Rapunzel, highlighting McKenna Grace’s rising star and her versatility, suggesting she could be a good fit. They point out that Hollywood’s rebranding and diversity policies may be more superficial than genuine, with some insiders admitting that the real goal is profits, not representation.