I wonder if the change in how Curtis was written/presented had some to do with the change in head-writer from Marland to Nixon. Just like how the character of Ava changed after Nixon took over, I also think Curtis changed as a character under Nixon.
In regards to Leo/Shana... I viewed them as the classic case of Battle of the Sexes with a strong willed Shana verbally battling with the more traditional minded Leo. Back in the 90s, viewers actually enjoyed these types of relationships unlike the more puritanical 2020s where such buzzwords as misogynism are used so much to the point where most people are dismissive.
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