Bad Philosophy

Genetic diversity is a crucial component any species’ survival. Could a similar principle apply to the creative potential of a a media entity? Specifically, is the Star Wars franchise at risk of inbreeding under Disney’s command? This Star Wars Day, Kevin and I tackle this and other questions related to our beloved cultural phenomenon. May the Fourth be with y’all!

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Show Notes

• Interview with J. J. Abrams | Playboy
• Income Inequality Graph | via Bruce Sterling
• List of Assets Owned by Disney | Wikipedia
• Thoroughbreds Are Running as Fast as They Can | FiveThirtyEight
• The Hugo Awards
• For Fear the Glass May Shatter | by David DeMaris

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Theme from “Checkmate” by John Williams

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