This week, a new movie in the Harry Potter franchise hit local cinemas. It’s not too long ago that the release of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore would have excited fans young and old alike – but the controversies of franchise creator J K Rowling have dampened the mood for a return to Hogwarts. 

It comes as Disney finds itself upsetting both sides of the political aisle after becoming a key figure in the debate over Florida's so-called ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill. 

Today, New Zealand Herald Culture Editor Karl Puschmann joins Damien to discuss how Hollywood is navigating its part in America's culture wars. 

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