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Welcome to Code Clearance Blue, yet another podcast about Star Wars! This one blasts out of the UK with your hosts Paul and James discussing all things pertaining to a galaxy far, far away... Whether you dislike A New Hope, adore The Last Jedi or think G

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    • May 17, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 88: 'I've cleared a path'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 36:55


    The finale of Andor hits our screens as we dive into each characters' fate.The finale of Andor hits our screens as we dive into each characters' fate.

    Episode 87: 'Save the sermon for Palpatine'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 19:48


    James and Paul get up close and personal with Andor Episode 11 - who is spying on whom?We discuss Cassian's rebellious spirit and the escape plan, as well as the Imperial strategies at play. The episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving listeners eager for the next instalment.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Episode 11 of Andor03:03 Character Dynamics and Power Struggles05:56 The Hunt for Clues and Tension Builds09:01 Cassian's Rebel Spirit and the Escape Plan11:59 Imperial Strategies and the Search for Andor14:59 Cliffhanger and Anticipation for the Next Episode

    Episode 86: 'Stop, or my mum will shoot!'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 22:25


    We delve into episode 10 of Star Wars Andor which features some classic Star Wars sneaking.In this episode of Co Clearance Blue, we delve into the finale of Andor, discussing character dynamics, plot developments, and the overarching themes of paranoia and trust within the rebellion. We explore the significance of flashbacks that reveal character backstories and the climactic moments that lead to critical decisions. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the series as a whole and invites listener engagement.Don't forget to listen to previous podcasts on spotify.

    Episode 85: ' Shout out to Gold Squadron'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 37:30


    James and Paul review Andor episode 9 including Mon Mothma's powerful speech.In this conversation, James and Paul discuss the latest developments in the Star Wars series 'Andor', focusing on the political tensions, powerful speeches, and character dynamics that shape the narrative. They analyse Mon Mothma's impactful speech, the trust issues within the rebellion, and the implications of the characters' actions as they move towards the finale. The discussion also touches on connections to 'Rogue One' and the overall expectations for the series' conclusion.Listen to previous episodes:https://open.spotify.com/show/4fQxQJhjbIxlC4K65PuEBi?si=624a4982c0d34e2f

    Episode 84: 'What's it, a molotov cocktail?'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 22:36


    The guys dismantle the Ghorman massacre including the tragic end of Syril Karn.They discuss the intertwining of football and Star Wars, the setup of the Gorman conflict, the rising tension among the resistance, and Cyril's realization of the truth behind the events. The episode culminates in chaos at the plaza, leading to a reflection on the aftermath and the Empire's control over the situation.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Andor Episode 802:03 The Setup and Tension in Gorman06:05 The Rising Conflict and Resistance10:02 Cyril's Realization and Confrontation13:57 The Chaos of the Plaza17:59 The Aftermath and ReflectionRemember to listen to previous episodes on:https://open.spotify.com/show/4fQxQJhjbIxlC4K65PuEBi?si=218473cfeab14d1d

    Episode 83: 'Where do you think you're going?!'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 24:34


    Paul and James discuss episode 7 of Andor as wheels begin to set in motion for Cassian.Paul and James discuss episode 7 of Andor as wheels begin to set in motion for Cassian.They explore themes of character dynamics, media propaganda, and the challenges faced by Deidre. The conversation also delves into predictions for future episodes, particularly regarding Cassian's mission and the introduction of force-sensitive characters. #starwars Remember to listen to previous episodes:https://open.spotify.com/show/4fQxQJhjbIxlC4K65PuEBi?si=71d3540885314d88Chapters00:00 Introduction and VE Day Celebrations02:35 Episode Seven: Messenger Overview06:01 Character Dynamics and Predictions09:43 Media and Propaganda in Gorman12:17 Deidre's Challenges and Power Struggles14:43 Cassian's Mission and New Alliances18:58 Force Sensitivity and Character Development22:30 Episode Reflection and Future Expectations

    Episode 82: 'Breathe it in, boy!'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 80:40


    James and Paul get stuck into Andor episodes 4 through 6 - wanna buy a spider?James and Paul get stuck into Andor episodes 4 through 6 - wanna buy a spider?They explore the political struggles of Mon Mothma, Cyril's double life, and the significance of trust within the resistance. The conversation highlights the show's darker tone and its connections to the broader Star Wars universe. In this conversation, we delve into the complexities of espionage and character dynamics within the Star Wars universe, particularly focusing on the series 'Andor'. They explore themes of strategic planning, deception, and the impact of propaganda on perception. In this episode of the podcast, the hosts delve into the intricate plot of the latest Star Wars: Andor episode, discussing themes of rebellion, relationships, and the consequences of actions taken during a heist. They explore character dynamics, the tension within the rebel ranks, and the emotional weight of loss, all while analysing the broader implications for the ongoing narrative.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Overview of Andor Episodes03:04 Exploring Episode Four: Themes and Characters06:03 Cyril's Journey and the Resistance Dynamics09:07 Mon Mothma's Political Struggles12:03 Luthen's Role and the Gorman Mission15:03 Saw's Group and the Intricacies of Rebellion17:59 Cyril's Double Life and the ISB21:04 Andor's Emotional Farewell and Next Steps28:23 The Intricacies of Espionage32:22 Character Dynamics and Relationships36:38 Strategic Planning and Deception39:41 Resistance Meetings and Riddles42:40 Propaganda and Perception45:44 Struggles and Substance Abuse49:00 The Cost of Rebellion53:12 The Beacon of Rebellion54:21 The Heist Planning Begins56:10 Rekindling Relationships58:20 Tension in the Ranks01:00:20 The Heist Unfolds01:12:00 Consequences of the Heist01:16:50 The Aftermath and Future Plans @CodeClearanceBlue  Don't forget to listen to previous episodes on Spotify or Apple Podcastshttps://open.spotify.com/show/4fQxQJhjbIxlC4K65PuEBi?si=f7fb64e5ec4b46b6

    Episode 81: 'Give me a number'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 86:02


    In this episode, James and Paul reunite to discuss the first three episodes of Andor series two. The conversation shifts to the new soundtrack and the pacing of the episodes, with a focus on character development and the political themes present in the series. The hosts analyse the dynamics between characters and the Empire's propaganda, highlighting the differences in tone and audience targeting across Star Wars content. They express excitement for the future of the series and the storytelling it offers. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the intricate themes of the latest Star Wars series, focusing on the Empress Energy Initiative, tactical warfare, and the complex character dynamics within the Imperial ranks. They explore the implications of mineral extraction for sustainability, the personal dilemmas faced by Mon Mothma, and the tension building in the Outer Rim. The discussion also highlights the cost of rebellion and the significance of character relationships, culminating in a pivotal wedding scene that sets the stage for future conflicts. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various themes within the Star Wars universe, particularly focusing on the dynamics of relationships, the humour and quirks of characters, the significance of artifacts, and the exploration of darker themes. They also discuss the future of characters and potential story arcs, reflecting on how these elements contribute to the overall narrative of the series. @StarWars  #podcast Dont' forget to listen to previous eps:https://open.spotify.com/show/4fQxQJhjbIxlC4K65PuEBi?si=7d78f0dda8b646bc

    Episode 80: 'It's Mace Windu on Tatooine'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 40:17


    Paul and James have a catch up on all things Star Wars-related for this week!

    Episode 79: 'Mon Mothma's sick of it!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 49:09


    We dissect the Andor featurette, visit a Star Wars event and which director accosted James' kids?

    Episode 78: 'Mace Windu in a bacta tank!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 58:20


    The guys discuss Andor Two theories and Kathleen Kennedy's future at Lucasfilm. 

    Episode 77: Star Wars Andor Season 2 Trailer REACTION!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 10:04


    In this emergency podcast episode, Paul and James react to the newly released trailer for Andor Season Two. They discuss the trailer's tone, music choices, and the implications of the storyline, while also sharing their excitement for the upcoming episodes and the unique format of the release.00:00 Introduction to the Emergency Podcast02:26 Reactions to the Andor Season Two Trailer10:03 Anticipation for Upcoming EpisodesListen to previous episodes:https://open.spotify.com/show/4fQxQJhjbIxlC4K65PuEBi?si=vopJcuajTNqrOF3AmcUFcw

    Episode 76: 'Talkin' Lightsaber Blues (and green and red)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 41:28


    James and Paul discuss their favourite lightsaber fights from across the Star Wars galaxy.

    Episode 75: 'Jude Law was loving it!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 67:37


    Mark Newbold (Star Wars Insider, Fantha Tracks) discusses television shows, interviewing stars of Skeleton Crew and visiting Japan for Star Wars Celebration!with Mark

    Episode 74: 'Don't make me call Palpatine!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 41:23


    Paul and James discuss production stills from Andor and hopes for the new Star Wars series.Have a look at the pictureshttps://www.starwars.com/first-look-gallery-andor-season-2

    Episode 73: 'All the gears, lots of ideas'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 85:16


    The boys take a look at the various droids whom have captivated Star Wars fans for years! The boys delve into various aspects of droids in the Star Wars universe, discussing their roles, characteristics, and the humor they bring to the series. They explore specific droids like Anakin's buzz droids, C-3PO's comedic moments, L3's feminist angle, and K2SO's sarcasm, while also touching on the classic humor of mouse droids. The discussion highlights the evolution of droids in the franchise and their impact on storytelling. This conversation explores the significance of droids in the Star Wars universe, focusing on their roles in various films, societal commentary on discrimination against droids, and the character development of iconic droids like R2-D2 and C-3PO. The hosts discuss memorable moments from 'A New Hope', 'The Empire Strikes Back', and 'Return of the Jedi', highlighting the impact of droids on the storyline and their interactions with human characters. 01: 01: 01: 01: 01: 01: 01:

    Episode 72: 'On the cutting room floor'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 56:26


    Paul and James delve into deleted scenes from the original Star Wars trilogy!

    Episode 73: 'Silly old dad!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 30:25


    James and Paul dissect the finale of The Skeleton Crew!

    Episode 70: 'Let Windu rest in peace'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 54:58


    James and Paul are back after Christmas to discuss Star Wars news and more Skeleton Crew!

    Episode 69: 'Anakin vs Jesus: Virgin birth-off'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 51:01


    Paul and James discuss Star Wars 2024 in this Christmas edition of CCB!

    Episode 68: 'Do you remember At Attin?'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 26:23


    The guys review episode four of Skeleton Crew amongst other Star Wars banter!

    Episode 68: 'What's their name? Professor Owl?!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 48:10


    Paul and James discuss episode three of Skeleton Crew, plus there's a new quiz: 'Greenlight or In The Bin?'

    Episode 66: 'It's Goonies WITH the pirates!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 43:11


    James and Paul are back as Skeleton Crew debuts on Disney Plus, plus news reaction and a propaganda update.

    Episode 65: 'l've gone 100% digital, mate'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 44:22


    The chaps discuss the sad passing of James Earl Jones, the end of The Acolyte and Star Wars back in the cinema!

    Episode 64: 'Master Sol did it!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 76:22


    The boys review the finale of The Acolyte and discuss if there should be a season two.

    Episode 63: 'Mrs Maul got her mad!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 50:56


    The guys dive into episode 7 of The Acolyte and muse on the finale - Chewbacca anyone? 

    Episode 62: 'Why does she get nauseous?'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2024 39:14


    The guys return to review episode 6 of The Acolyte and discuss how the show might crescendo.

    Episode 61: 'Light, Saber, Action'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 49:30


    James and Paul look at the fifth episode of The Acolyte examining that reveal, Jedi rules and sad goodbyes.

    Episode 60: 'Need a tracker to track our tracker'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 36:54


    Paul and James reveal their thoughts and speculation after viewing episode four of The Acolyte.

    Episode 59: 'Nuns Vs Monks: Battle for The Force'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 39:08


    Paul and James delve into episode three of The Acolyte (spoiler: Star Wars still exists!) 

    Episode 58: ' Peter Cushing's a bad guy?!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 69:56


    James and Paul review the first two episodes of The Acolyte and some of the online feedback it's gained.

    Episode 57: 'We rented The Ewoks Of Endor'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 67:19


    Your hosts delve into the teasers and trailers of the original trilogy, recall classic 80s films and James went autograph hunting!

    Episode 56: 'John Williams' theme tune is great!'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 58:37


    We discuss the Bad Batch finale, latest news and reminisce on a wide range of Star Wars confection.  

    Episode 55: 'At least Obi-Wan got two rests!'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 72:38


    The boys saw The Phantom Menace back on the big screen, look at recent news and discuss sequel baiting!

    Episode 54: 'Don't second guess at the Cantina'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 17:34


    James ventured to a Star Wars quiz in South London this month - was the Force with him?

    Episode 53: 'No frogs were harmed during this recording'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 81:13


    Special guest Toby Philpott joins the guys to discuss his part in bringing Jabba The Hutt to life in Return Of The Jedi!

    Episode 52: 'They were tracking the tracked tracker'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 64:58


    The guys discuss latest Bad Batch, toy shopping and mistaking Jango for Boba outside the playground!

    Episode 51: 'Don't say the M word!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 61:51


    James and Paul discuss The Acolyte trailer, new Bad Batch and other random Star Wars-ness!

    Episode 50: I'll hunt Boba down

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 52:39


    Paul and James review three episodes of Bad Batch, some latest Star Wars news and go toy shopping!

    Episode 49: 'Omega is full of M'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 49:57


    Your hosts review the opening of Bad Batch season three, discuss the Disney Plus price hike and Hofmeister is back?!

    Episode 48: 'Who's your favourite Bad Batch?'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 46:49


    The guys discuss season three of The Bad Batch, look at some Star Wars news and recall gathering around the telly.

    Episode 47: 'Darth Vadar vs Paw Patrol'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 40:04


    James and Paul usher in the New Year with a look at the latest Star Wars news and what's coming up on our screens.

    Episode 46: 'Warwick Davis glared at us'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 59:59


    Special guest Mark Newbold (Fantha Tracks, Star Wars Insider) joins the guys to discuss future Star Wars projects, the Ahsoka series, autograph gathering and pub quizzes...

    Episode 45: 'Prequel Trilogy - YouTube Edition'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 66:42


    The boys delve back into the comments section as they reminisce about the teasers and trailers of the prequel era.

    Episode 44: 'Sequel trilogy - YouTube edition'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 72:02


    Paul and James delve into the murky world of internet comments as they reminisce on the sequel trilogy teasers and trailers.

    Episode 43: 'The Holiday Special'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 42:15


    James and Paul discuss taking a holiday within the Star Wars universe!

    Episode 42: 'Zombie-troopers ahoy!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 70:51


    James and Paul discuss the Ahsoka finale, plus there's excitement for The Acolyte and how much for C-3PO's head? Show notes: Return of the Jedi Deleted Scene: Luke's Lightsaber https://youtu.be/_ayT0EZwbks?si=m_LaQtjh96EzG_cn

    Episode 41: 'It reeks of Macbeth'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 109:58


    Paul and James discuss episode 7 of Ahsoka, plus an edition of the highly-regarded quiz: 'Higher or Lower - Star Wars Lego 2024!'

    Episode 40: 'A long time ago in a galaxy really similar'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 89:09


    Thrawn and Ezra enter the chat - the boys review episode six of Ahsoka via Australian mermaids and coloured contact lenses!

    Episode 39: 'Ahsoka's off to 42 Wallaby Way, Sydney'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 72:58


    Your intrepid hosts meander on and off course while discussing episode five of Ahsoka (with added Teen Wolf and Lego banter!)

    Episode 38: 'Hey Ahsoka, what's with the life preserver?'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 63:01


    It's episode four of Ahsoka and our hosts muse on time travel, saber technique and droid boxing amongst other things, plus hear an amazing tauntaun impression!

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