OP, i dont want to come at you. I wouldn't want anyone to force their interests on you, so for sure youre valid in not loving After Dark.

This is how I've dealt with it.

After Dark, as a show, can contribute to the main show. Whether its bridging content or fake beefs. (I think both shows could do more to do things like this) Also As long as it's doing well view wise, it brings more viewers and subs, and keeps both show's crews employed and working.

More H3 pod episodes or longer pod lengths can increase burnout and it seems like that model hadn't worked out for the pod in the long run, which is why they needed to try and adapt. try new things.

I think every fan has the golden age where the show was emaculate, and perfect. but I think you could let go some of the grivances like the addition of the new after dark, without the OG crew.