Lanterns episode 3 sparks debate over John Stewart origin

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

• [○ 1 SOURCE] The showrunners aimed to create a deeper, more unique character study for John Stewart than existing lore provided.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] John Stewart's father, John Sr., previously failed the Green Lantern ring's test due to fear.
• [DISPUTED] The show depicts John Stewart attending art school, a departure from his comic book background as an architect.
• [● 2 SOURCES] In the show, John Stewart's mother, Bernadette, is a primary driver behind his training to become a Green Lantern.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The series maintains the comic book element of initial friction between John Stewart and Hal Jordan. www.inverse.com
• [● 6 SOURCES] Episode 3 of Lanterns features a nonlinear narrative focusing on John Stewart's origin story. pk.ign.com · www.inverse.com
• [DISPUTED] The third episode of Lanterns is titled 'OutKast'.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] John's mother, Bernadette, was a driving force in his upbringing to ensure he could become a Green Lantern.
• [● 2 SOURCES] John Stewart undergoes an interview with a Guardian to prove his worthiness to replace Hal Jordan. variety.com
• [● 2 SOURCES] John Stewart Sr. failed to become a Green Lantern because he showed fear during a test by the Guardians. variety.com
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The episode includes a background reference to Janus Cosmetics, a company linked to the DC character Black Mask.
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The first season of Lanterns consists of eight episodes. decider.com