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Show Notes

(00:03:20) - (First question) - The outlook of original content versus legacy IP in the next decade

(00:05:39) - Why Spawn has thrived for 30 years and the secret to its enduring success

(00:08:24) - How production companies swiftly respond to new books in the industry

(00:10:12) - Spawn's diverse business ventures in TV, film, video games, and toys

(00:16:46) - Why the sale of rights to stories does not guarantee their production

(00:20:18) - How studios differentiate and the challenges creators face in negotiations

(00:27:43) - His perspective on why the Marvel movie franchises outperform DC

(00:29:07) - The challenges and strategies of licensing toys in the industry

(00:33:33) - How he disrupted the toy market to find success against established competitors

(00:41:48) - Why TV shows and movies are the key drivers for expanding brand recognition

(00:46:20) - His perspective on why only a fraction of great ideas make it to the spotlight

(00:50:24) - He recalls the golden opportunity in the toy industry propelled his success

(00:53:42) - Toys he would love to make if he could choose from any IP

(00:54:34) - How quality and fair pricing are the driving force for McFarlane Toys' profitability

(01:00:03) - The hitherto unrealized potential of AI to revolutionize the art industry

(01:06:57) - His advice for the next generation of storytellers

(01:12:22) - Debrief