NowThis's video: Was Steven Universe Censored Moral Panic

A new generation of queer creators was finally able to bring LGBTQ+ characters directly to the screen — but, as 'Steven Universe' creator Rebecca Sugar knows well, not without a fight. » Subscribe to @NowThisOriginals Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szB27kYsupY Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCT96Ku-6rg Part 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDjNbFxK5ck Discover the powerful impact of ‘Steven Universe’ and the LGBTQ+ representation in children's media. Explore the concept of moral panic, where progress in pop culture clashes with the resistance of those who uphold regressive norms in society. Delve into the intense controversy surrounding queerness in children's media and the fight for inclusion. Rebecca Sugar, a visionary in the animation industry, played a pivotal role in challenging the taboo surrounding queerness. From her early work on ‘Adventure Time’ to her groundbreaking show ‘Steven Universe,’ Rebecca Sugar's contributions forever transformed children's media. Rebecca Sugar shares her personal journey of realizing the absence of characters that represented her own identity and finding solace in Japanese anime and fandom communities. Discover the significance of ‘shipping’ in the LGBTQ+ community, as fans seek representation and normalization in the characters they connect with. Rebecca Sugar's experience with marginalized fans who dedicatedly supported shows like ‘Gundam’ and ‘Star Trek’ sheds light on the impact of these passionate communities. Rebecca Sugar speaks about her creative process and the challenges she faced in introducing LGBTQ+ relationships on screen. Learn about the innovative concept of Fusion in ‘Steven Universe,’ where powerful alien beings combine to form new hybrid characters, and how it became instrumental in conveying queer relationships while evading censorship. As the first non-binary creator of their own show on Cartoon Network, Rebecca Sugar's journey to authenticity and openness is awe-inspiring. Discover the incredible stories shared by fans who found comfort and representation in ‘Steven Universe’ and the profound impact ‘Steven Universe’ had on their lives. Connect with NowThis » Subscribe to NowThis News: http://go.nowth.is/News_Subscribe » Like us on Facebook: http://go.nowth.is/News_Facebook » Tweet us on Twitter: http://go.nowth.is/News_Twitter » Follow us on Instagram: http://go.nowth.is/News_Instagram » Find us on Snapchat Discover: http://go.nowth.is/News_Snapchat NowThis Originals is NowThis' new destination for midform, premium series. http://www.youtube.com/@nowthisoriginals