Once a creative giant in the world of animation, Cartoon Network shaped the childhoods of millions. But today, it’s barely a shadow of what it used to be. In this in-depth episode, we uncover the real reasons behind the network’s dramatic fall—from bold creative beginnings and legendary shows to misguided corporate decisions, failed experiments like CN Real, and a brutal content purge under Warner Bros. Discovery.

We explore the rise and collapse of a cultural icon—and how the unstoppable force of corporate greed dismantled one of the most beloved networks in television history.

🔎 Topics covered:
• The Golden Age and Cartoon Cartoons
• The Teen Titans Go! takeover
• CN Real and identity collapse
• Streaming missteps and HBO Max
• The Warner Bros. Discovery merger
• The tragic content purge
• Why this decline reflects a wider industry crisis

💬 Tell us: which Cartoon Network show do you miss the most?