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Join Dennis Keithly and Jay Krebs on their fully armed and operational podcast devoted to Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion.

Dennis Keithly & Jay Krebs


    • Mar 23, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 1,020 EPISODES

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    The Podcast Stardust is a truly fantastic Star Wars podcast that consistently delivers quality content for fans of the franchise. Jay and Dennis, the hosts of the show, are extremely knowledgeable about all things Star Wars and have a genuine passion for the universe. They work hard to provide listeners with positive news, highlights, and recaps of everything related to Star Wars. Not only that, but they also share their own opinions without interrupting each other, which is no easy feat. The dedication and effort they put into each episode is evident and greatly appreciated.

    One of the best aspects of The Podcast Stardust is the depth of knowledge that Jay and Dennis possess when it comes to Star Wars. They continuously provide fascinating insights and analysis on various topics within the franchise, making each episode educational and enjoyable at the same time. Whether you're a hardcore fan or just casually interested in Star Wars, you're bound to learn something new from this podcast. Their discussions are well-structured and authentic, creating a perfect balance between informative content and passionate conversation.

    Another great aspect of The Podcast Stardust is its production quality. The show is excellently produced with clear audio, making it easy to listen to and follow along with the hosts' discussions. Additionally, Jay and Dennis have a great rapport with each other, creating a relaxed atmosphere during their conversations. It feels like you're listening to two friends chat about their shared love for Star Wars, which adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the podcast.

    While it's difficult to find any downsides to The Podcast Stardust, one minor flaw could be that some episodes may not cater to fans who prefer longer podcasts. Most episodes range from 20-45 minutes in length, which may feel too short for those looking for more in-depth discussions or analysis. However, this could also be seen as a positive aspect for listeners who prefer shorter episodes that get straight to the point.

    In conclusion, The Podcast Stardust is an exceptional Star Wars podcast that deserves a spot in every fan's playlist. Jay and Dennis consistently deliver high-quality content, providing listeners with educational insights, entertaining discussions, and a positive, family-friendly atmosphere. The show's production quality is superb, further enhancing the overall listening experience. Whether you're a die-hard Star Wars fan or someone who simply enjoys the franchise, The Podcast Stardust offers something for everyone. Don't miss out on this wonderful podcast!



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    Episode 28 Rebroadcast - The Mandalorian Chapter 4 - "Sanctuary"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 39:07


    Hello, Star Wars fans! We're finishing up our busy month, so we have another rebroadcast of an episode of our The Mandalorian coverage before new episodes resume on Wednesday.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The consequences of Mandalorians removing their helmets, Cara Dune's past and introduction, The young widow's offer to the Mandalorian, The raiders, their AT-ST, and their attack on the village, and The similarity of this episode to the "Bounty Hunters" episode of The Clone Wars. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 24 Rebroadast - The Mandalorian, Chapter 3 "The Sin"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 45:32


    We're filling our spring break with coverage of The Mandalorian in anticipation of the movie's release in May. This time out, the Mandalorian makes a fateful decision in Chapter 3, "The Sin."   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The code of the bounty hunter's guild, Why exactly the Client might have wanted the Asset, The culture and lore of the Mandalorians ("This is the way"), What Greef Carga's motivations are, What the sin of this episode really was, and The incredible climactic scene of the episode. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 20 Rebroadcast - The Mandalorian, Chapter 2 "The Child"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 41:12


    We are rebroadcasting some more The Mandalorian coverage during our spring break. This episode looks back to Episode 20 and Chapter 2, "The Child."   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The Mandalorian's conflict with the Jawas, The cinematography and how the camera captured the hints the Trandoshans would attack, Kuill and the Mandalorian's relationship, and The actions of the Asset in this episode and its relationship with the Mandalorian. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1011 - The Clone Wars - "Witches of the Mist" 0314

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 33:33


    Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker are sent to track Savage Oppress down after his attack on the Jedi. At the same time, Asajj Ventress enacts her revenge on Count Dooku.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode, Further thoughts on the difference between the Nightbrothers, Nightsistrs, and Zabrak, The presence of the Commandos, Having Anakin and Obi-Wan together in an episode of The Clone Wars again, How Dooku attempted to train Savage Oppress and parallels to other events in Star Wars, Dooku's grudge against King Katuunko, The fight between Asajj Ventress, Count Dooku, and Savage Oppress, and more. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 1009.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 17 - Rebroadast - The Mandalorian, Chapter 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 60:31


    We revisit our initial reactions to Chapter One of The Mandalorian as we discuss Dave Filoni's live action directorial debut, the introduction of the Mandalorian, and the surprise ending to the episode.   On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: The Mandalorian's action scenes in various cantinas across the galaxy, The mystery of the bounty given to the Mandalorian from Werner Herzog's client character, Incredible droid action from IG-11 as voiced by Taika Waititi, Nick Nolte's Ugnaught character Kuill, The showdown at the Nikto encampment, and The incredible surprise ending to Chapter 1. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1010 - World Between Worlds - March 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 48:51


    Jay gets everyone ready for The Mandalorian and Grogu and Maul: Shadow Lord with some new Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product finds.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Uncanny Brands Star Wars Darth Vader and Death Star Grilled Cheese Maker - Panini Press and Compact Indoor Grill, The first collection of merchandise for The Mandalorian and Grogu, Loungefly Star Wars Darth Maul Roses Slouch Mini Backpack available from Hot Topic, Maul merchandise from RSVLTS, Darth Maul polarized sunglasses from Diff Eyeware, Maul themed glasses frames from Pair, A Maul Geeki Tiki, Maul inspired jewelry from Fine Jewelry, A Darth Maul scented candle from The Nerf Herder Co., The Chibi Darth Maul Pattern Snug Oversized Hoodie from Anime Ape, New Star Wars Black Series figures featuring characters from Maul: Shadow Lord, and Ideas for St. Patrick's Day and Easter. For more Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product ideas, check out the February edition of "World Between Worlds" in episode 996.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1009 - The Clone Wars - "Monster" 0313

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 39:27


    Asajj Ventress's revenge against Count Dooku enters the next phase as she selects an apprentice from the Nightbrothers of Dathomir.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars, A past alliance between Count Dooku and Mother Talzin of the Nighsisters, The cloudy difference between Zabrak, Nightsisters, and Nightbrothers, How Asajj Ventress picked an apprentice from the Nightbrothers, The rise and transformation of Savage Oppress, and Savage Oppress proving himself to be worthy of being Count Dooku's apprentice. For more The Clone Wars discussion, check out episode 1006.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1008 - The Dark Side of Yoda - Star Wars News

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 29:00


    The Mandalorian and Grogu are featured in Empire, Ryan Gosling picks Star Wars as his first franchise film, Yoda's dark side that wasn't, and more feature in this week's Star Wars news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Teases for the upcoming The Mandalorian and Grogu feature in Empire magazine, Why Ryan Gosling chose Star Wars: Starfighter as his first franchise film, How season two of The Acolyte would have shown off Yoda's dark side, and Boba Fett being put on the shelf. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1007 - Darth Bane: Path of Destruction - Chapters 4-6

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 48:02


    Des finds himself in a delicate position after winning big at Sabacc, and the Sith army appears to be his only way out in the next installment of our Darth Bane book club.   We are covering chapters four through six in this installment of the book club.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: What was behind Des's relentless pursuit of the Sabacc jackpot on Apatros, Why Des chooses to join the Sith army rather than face Republic justice, A parting piece of advice from Groshik that may influence Des's destiny, Des's service in the Sith army and with the Gloom Walkers, and Des's decision to take matters into his own hands when his lieutenant makes a questionable decision. Find the prior entry in our Darth Bane Book Club in episode 995. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1006 - The Clone Wars - "Nightsisters" 0312

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 30:53


    Cast aside by Count Dooku, Asajj Ventress returns to her roots with the Nightsisters on Dathomir and begins plotting her revenge against her former Sith master.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Some overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars written by Katie Lucas, The origins of the character of Asajj Ventress, The introduction of the Nightsisters into The Clone Wars and their origins, The level of Asajj Ventress's power, and The attempt to defeat Count Dooku in his palace. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 1003.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1005 - Witwer on Maul - Star Wars News

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 25:30


    Sam Witwer is talking Maul ahead of the April debut of Shadow Lord in this week's Star Wars news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The galaxy Maul finds himself in after Order 66 as described by Sam Witwer in the penultimate issue of Star Wars: Insider, More thoughts on Maul and his perspective on the Jedi from an interview with Katee Sackhoff, Katee Sackhoff on the future of Bo-Katan, and the origins of the character, and A new series of one-shot comics from Marvel that serve as prequels to Rogue One. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1004 - The Force Awakens, Part 2: "It's the Right Thing to Do"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 66:14


    In part two of our series on The Force Awakens, the audience meets a scavenger named "Rey" and FN-2187 busts Poe out of First Order captivity.   We are joined by Greg McLaughlin from The Rebel Base Card Podcast joins us for the discussion.   The segment of The Force Awakens we are discussing in this episode runs from 10:41 to 23:40.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Some of Greg's experiences with The Force Awakens, The introduction of Rey, her home, and her rescue of BB-8, Kylo Ren's interrogation of Poe Dameron and the use of a unique Force power, Rey's bartering with Unkar Plutt, FN-2187 becoming "Finn," and Finn and Poe escaping from the First Order. Check out part one of our The Force Awakens series in episode 992.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1003 - The Clone Wars - "Pursuit of Peace" 0311

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 26:50


    After the deregulation of the banks, Senators Amidala and Organa lead the opposition to a bill to fund the purchase of new clones as they hope to pursue peace negotiations with the Separatists.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts about this episode, The guest director brought into add "zip" to this episode and his unique connection to Boba Fett, How large a presence Padmé in season three of The Clone Wars, The outrageous loan the Banking Clan is offering the Republic, Attempts made on Padmé Amidala and Bail Organa's lives, and The final outcome on the vote for the bill to purchase more clones. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 1001.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1002 - The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 34:02


    Lucasfilm released the trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu this week and revealed a few more story details we are breaking down in this week's news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The reaction to episode 1,000 and some special thanks, Our overall thoughts on the new trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu, The special guest voice for the Ardennian character seen in the trailer, Speculation on some of the settings portrayed in the trailer, The removal of Din Djaren's helmet and what, if anything, that means after season three of The Mandalorian, A special tribute hidden in the Aurabesh in a sign above a door, and More details about the trailer. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1001 - The Clone Wars - "Heroes on Both Sides" 0310

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 37:06


    In an effort to find common ground with the Separatist and prevent an escalation in the war, Padmé goes undercover with Ahsoka behind enemy lines in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode, The origin of the title of this episode in the opening crawl from Revenge of the Sith, How, once again, this episode is out of continuity order, New character art that updates the look for Ahsoka and Anakin, The push to deregulate the banks, Senate debates in both the Republic and the Confederacy of Independent Systems, Ahsoka meeting Lux Bonteri, a Separatist teenage boy, and The tragedy that derails the peace process. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 997.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 1000 - 1,000 Episodes of Fully Armed and Operational Podcasting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 82:41


    When you get to 1,000 episodes of podcasting about Star Wars, you can't help but take a moment to reminisce about the journey.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: A trivia approach to remembering and reflecting on 1,000 episodes of Podcast Stardust, The first ever edition of "World Between Worlds" collecting Jay's Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products, The many Star Wars novels and books we discussed over the first 1,000 episodes of the show and some of our favorites, Our annual movie rewatch series, Some of our honored guests over the years, including Vanessa Marshall, Lauren Mary Kim, and Cat Taber, Our experiences at Star Wars Celebration and Galaxy's Edge, The various Disney+ series, including The Mandalorian, The Bad Batch, Ahsoka, and more, Things we are looking forward to covering on Podcast Stardust in the near future, Our responses to a few listener questions, and Some predictions, a few bold, about Star Wars things we will be discussing on the show over the next 1,000 episodes. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 999 - Mando at the Super Bowl - Star Wars News

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 28:17


    The Mandalorian and Grogu fake out at the Super Bowl, the budget for the movie, the Disney succession plan and more highlight this week's Star Wars news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The Mandalorian and Grogu teaser from the Super Bowl that posed as a beer ad, The Star Wars nickname for the Seattle Seahawks defense, The budget for The Mandalorian and Grogu, The announcement of the new CEO and President of the Disney Company, Happy Birthday to John Williams, and Reopening dates for Star Wars attractions at Galaxy's Edge. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 998 - Master of Evil

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 45:34


    We follow the journey of Halland Goth, Commander of the Imperial Royal Guard, as he accompanies Darth Vader on a mission to investigate a mystery in the Force in Adam Christopher's Master of Evil.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall, non-spoiler thoughts on this novel from Adam Christopher, How and why the book features Halland Goth and his droid, TC-99, despite being about Darth Vader, The time and setting of this novel and a surprise prologue featuring Count Dooku, What remains of the Techno Union and the Tactical Droid Sarnath, and Thoughts on the conclusion of this Star Wars novel. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 997 - The Clone Wars - "Hunt for Ziro" 0309

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 40:31


    Obi-Wan Kenobi teams up with Jedi Knight Quinlan Vos to hunt down Ziro the Hutt, but they aren't the only ones tracking him down in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on "Hunt for Ziro," The introduction of Jedi Knight Quinlan Vos and his background, The Indiana Jones inspiration for the beginning of this episode, The five Hutt families on Nal Hutta, Sy Snootles and how she subverts the viewers expectations, Mama Hutt - Ziro's mother, Cad Bane's role in the episode, and more. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 994.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 996 - World Between Worlds - February 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 52:39


    It is time to get ready for Valentine's Day in Star Wars style. Jay has plenty of fashion and lifestyle finds perfect for that special someone in this edition of "World Between Worlds."   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: An R2-D2 baby onesie from Get It Here Imports, A Star Wars Droids sound story book, More items to spoil the babies in your life from Copper Pearl, A Love-Letter Inspired Game called "Jabba's Palace," A charity drive from cosplayer MariettaArt, Valentine's Day cards with a Star Wars twist from Love Pop, Star Wars chocolates from The Truffle College, Some romantic socks from Rock Em, Star Wars jewelry from Star Wars Fine Jewelry and Girl's Crew, Valentine's Day Star Wars gear available at Kohl's, Kitchen towels you can find on eBay, Star Wars wine glasses and drinkware from JoyJolt, Williams Sonoma, Corkcicle, and Etsy, and Some ideas for celebrating at home including a fleece blanket, ideas at the official Star Wars website, and Star Wars Everyday by Ashley Eckstein. For more Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product ideas, check out episode 989.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 995 - Darth Bane: Path of Destruction - Chapters 1-3

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 52:27


    Our book club kicks off with the prologue and chapter 1-3 of Darth Bane: Path of Destruction. Meet Des, the miner from Apatros that would be a Sith Lord.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Why we are doing a book club for Darth Bane, Our prior experiences reading this book, Des, the miner from Apartros, and his latent force abilities, How the ORO corporation manipulates the miners on Apartros, The state of the Sith, the Republic, and the galaxy at large at the time of this novel, and Why people in the galaxy might be disillusioned with the Jedi and the Republic and interested in supporting the Sith. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 994 - The Clone Wars - "Evil Plans" 0309

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 27:57


    Anakin and Padmé send Threepio and Artoo on an "important" mission to retrieve Jogan fruit unaware that Cad Bane is on their tail in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on "Evil Plans," the eighth episode from season three of The Clone Wars, The domestic situation between Anakin and Padmé and the banquet Padmé is throwing, The partnership between R2-D2 and C-3PO, The droid spa on Coruscant, Anthony Daniels involvement in crafting Threepio's lines, Cad Banes capture of Threepio and Artoo and the resulting torture, How this episode fits into The Clone Wars timeline, and The meeting of the heads of the five Hutt families. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 991.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 993 - The State of the Movie Slate - Star Wars News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 43:10


    Kathleen Kennedy recently shared details of the transition to the new leadership at Lucasfilm and the state of several movie projects. We're discussing the aftermath in this week's news.   In episode of this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Kathleen Kennedy's comments on the plan for Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan to succeed her, What, if any, regrets she has from her time as the President of Lucasfilm, The status of several movie projects, including the Lando movie, James Mangold's "Dawn of the Jedi" movie, The Hunt for Ben Solo, Rian Johnson's trilogy, Starfighter, Taika Waititi's movie, and Simon Kinberg's trilogy, Other projects, such as the "New Jedi Order" movie and "Heir to the Empire," that were not mentioned, and An update on Oga's Cantina at Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 992 - The Force Awakens, Part 1: "This Will Begin to Make Things Right"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 87:48


    Our The Force Awakens series begins with Poe Dameron getting part of the map to Luke Skywalker just before Kylo Ren and the First Order attack.   Ryder Waldron from Idiot's Array joins us for this discussion. This episode covers the portion of The Force Awakens that runs from the beginning to 10:41.   In this fully armed operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Some of our early experiences seeing The Force Awakens and Ryder's favorite moments, The details of the opening crawl, How The Force Awakens changed its opening shot from other Star Wars movies, The introduction of Poe Dameron, BB-8, and Lor San Tekka, The First Order's arrival on Jakku and Kylo Ren's quest for the map to Luke Skywalker, Kylo Ren's unique force powers, The introduction of FN-2187 (Finn) and his anxiety, The introduction of Captain Phasma, and more. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 991 - The Clone Wars = "Assassin" 0307

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 32:01


    Ahsoka accompanies Senator Amidala to a diplomatic conference and confronts an old foe after experiencing visions of assassination attempts in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts about this episode of The Clone Wars, Why Anakin Skywalker was separated from his Padawan in this episode, Ahsoka's visions, Yoda's advice to Ahsoka about her visions compared to what he would tell Anakin in Revenge of the Sith, Padmé and Ahsoka's relationship, The return of Aurra Sing, and How Anakin, Padmé, and Ahsoka figured out who was behind the assassination attempt. For more The Clone Wars discussion, check out episode 988.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 990 - Maul - Shadow Lord Teaser Trails - Star Wars News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 44:02


    Lucasfilm released details about the upcoming Maul - Shadow Lord animated series with a new teaser trailer. We're diving into the dark side goodness.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The release date, number of episodes, and release schedule for Maul - Shadow Lord, The announced cast beyond Maul, including one of our favorite voice actresses, The setting of Maul - Shadow Lord, and Key moments from the teaser trailer. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 989 - World Between Worlds - January 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 65:05


    Jay is ready to help you meet your New Year's resolutions with these Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Recent acquisitions from the holidays, The K-2SO LEGO model, Her Universe Star Wars Ahsoka Rebel Logo Handbag, Hallmark Star Wars: The Mandalorian Ahsoka Tano Funko POP! Christmas Ornament, A Star Wars holiday gift swap arranged by Craf The Force, A gift Jay received from Megan at Galaxy in Blue Art, The Papayrus Star Wars Blank Card Assortment, The Star Wars Mini To-Go Blender at Hot Topic, The Mandalorian Pro-Series Whisker Bottle from Blender Bottle, A Death Star Slam Ball Jay acruired from Onnit (find it on eBay now), A Han Solo in Carbonite Yoga Mat, also from Onnit (find one on eBay), Star Wars workout wear from Irongrid Athletics, Mandalorian snack containers from Whiskware, A projector from Light Wars Projector. For more Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product ideas, check out episode 976.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 988 - The Clone Wars - "The Academy" 0306

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 28:10


    Ahsoka assists some academy students in taking down corrupt politicians running a black market on Mandalore in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars, Whose child is Korkie Kryze? The fact that Ahsoka was assigned this mission and the logic behind it, The inspiration for Korkie to investigate a possible food shortage, The response by Duchess Satine and Prime Minister Almec to the cadets' investigation, Ahsoka's use of a Jedi mind trick, and The outcome of this episode. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 986.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 987 - Meet the New Boss - Lucasfilm Leadership Shakeup - Star Wars News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 39:53


    Lucasfilm has announced that Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as Lucasfilm's President and Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan will succeed her in the role.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The announcement that Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as President of Lucasfilm to pursue a more active role as producer, Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan's elevation to Co-Presidents of Lucasfilm, Kathleen's Kennedy's tenure as President of Lucasfilm, Tom Cruise's surprising participation in the production of Star Wars: Starfighter, Announced changes coming to Batuu and Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland, Why Disney decided to lean on original trilogy characters in Galaxy's Edge, and The appearance of BD droids on the Disney Wish. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 986 - The Clone Wars - "Corruption" 0305

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 35:20


    Padmé travels to Mandalore to assist Duchess Satine with food shortages, but gets caught up in black market conspiracy that is poisoning children in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on Corruption, How this episode fits into the episode lineup of The Clone Wars, The difficult position Mandalore finds itself in now that it has achieved neutrality, Duchess Satine's challenges in dealing with corruption on Mandalore, The investigation into the poisoned food by Padmé and Satine, and more. Fore more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 978.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 985 - Star Wars 2026 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 49:03


    It is a brand new year of Star Wars featuring the first new movie in more than six years. We're looking ahead to all the Star Wars content coming in 2026.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The upcoming release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, Other movie related announcements and hype we expect in 2026, Maul: Shadowlord, season two of Ahsoka, and other content coming to Disney+, The slate of new Star Wars novels arriving this year, An update to a Star Wars themed attraction in Disney parks, A couple of Star Wars video games, and Star Wars events in the near future. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 984 - Star Wars New Year's Resolutions 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 38:20


    We are ringing in a new year with our fourth annual set of New Year's Resolutions for characters across the Star Wars galaxy.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our tradition of coming up with New Year's resolutions for Star Wars characters, The announcement of a new feature segment for 2026, Ideas for resolutions for characters that appeared in The Force Awakens, Some resolutions for a few characters appearing in Ahsoka, A few suggestions for the cast of The Mandalorian and Grogu, What we think Darth Maul should resolve to do this year, and more. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Random Rebroadcast - Episode 357 - Rebels - The Wynkahthu Job 0309

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 20:55


    Jay drops in to wish everyone a Happy New Year and remind everyone of our current episode plans, then she introduces a random replay of an old episode where we discuss Rebels.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our current plans to return to recording new episodes (coming soon! We promise!), The return of Hondo Ohnaka and Azmorigan in "The Wynkahthu Job," Ezra's willingness to trust Hondo when Kanan and Hera are suspicious, Exploring the derelict ship at Wynkahthu, The activation of the droids on the transport, The Dark Trooper influence of the droids, and The escape from the transport. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Podcast Update and Episode 256 Rebroadcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 38:33


    We have a quick update on the schedule for the podcast for the next few weeks and then rebroadcast episode 256 featuring The Bad Batch.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust: Dennis offers an update on the recording schedule for the podcast for the next few weeks, and Then selects a random episode from the archive to rebroadcast. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 983 - Revenge of the Sith Trivia, Part 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 31:05


    The Republic has fallen and the Chancellor proclaims the formation in the Empire in this round of Revenge of the Sith trivia.   Kolby Krebs joins Jay for the trivia in this episode.   The trivia questions come from the portion of the movie that runs from 1:33:38 to 1:43:43. We discussed this portion of Revenge of the Sith in episode 943.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Kolby's memories of experiencing this movie, his favorite scenes, and character, What happened when the Emperor proclaimed a new Empire, What Obi-Wan and Yoda discovered when investigating the Jedi Temple, Anakin's assault on the Separatists on Mustafar, and more.   For more Revenge of the Sith trivia, check out episode 971.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 982 - Star Wars Holiday Gifts 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 31:28


    It's time for our annual tradition of presenting gifts to Star Wars characters that featured in our discussions from the past year.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we are discussing: Gifts for heroes and villains from The High Republic, Presents for various characters from Andor, A few tokens of appreciation for characters from other novels we read in the past year, and Some holiday ideas for a few other Star Wars characters. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 981 - Star Wars 2025 Year In Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 47:37


    We look back on the year in Star Wars from the conclusion of Skeleton Crew, season two of Andor, the finale of The High Republic, and more.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The return of Revenge of the Sith to theaters, All the Star Wars content on Disney+, including the final episodes of Skeleton Crew, season two of Andor, and more, The Star Wars novels that released this year, including the finale of The High Republic, Announcements from Star Wars Celebration Japan, and more.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 980 - Fate of the Old Republic and Galactic Racer - Star Wars News

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 39:09


    Lucasfilm Games announces two new Star Wars games and Starfighter completes filming in this week's Star Wars news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Shawn Levy's social media post that Starfighter has wrapped filming, The announcement of Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic by Lucasfilm Games, and The reveal of Star Wars: Galactic Racer by Lucasfilm Games. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 979 - Revenge of the Sith, Part 12 - More Machine that Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 57:17


    In the final installment of our Revenge of the Sith series, Anakin fully becomes Darth Vader as Padmé gives birth to the twins and passes away.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Whether Luke and Leia ever learned they were born on the asteroid colony of Polis Massa, The similarities and differences between the facilities where Padmé gives birth to the twins and dies and where Anakin is turned into Darth Vader, Darth Vader's reaction to learning that Padmé did not survive, The funeral procession for Padmé, The fate of R2-D2 and C-3PO, The foreshadowing of the Death Star, Bail Organa delivering Leia to his wife, and Obi-Wan Kenobi delivering Luke to Owen and Beru. For more discussion of Revenge of the Sith, check out episode 967.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 978 - The Clone Wars - "Sphere of Influence" 0304

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 31:24


    A George Lucas cameo from Revenge of the Sith takes center stage in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars, How a George Lucas cameo in Revenge of the Sith inspired this episode, Ahsoka's role in the investigation of the missing children of the Pantoran Chairman, The recreation of the Mos Eisley cantina, Greedo's appearance, and more. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 973.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 977 - Daisy Ridley on Ben Solo and the Rey Movie - Star Wars News

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 41:34


    Daisy Ridley joined the growing chorus of voices expressing her opinion on The Hunt for Ben Solo and comments on the future of "The New Jedi Order."   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Details about the theatrical rerelease of Star Wars in 2027, Daisy Ridley's comments on the news about The Hunt for Ben Solo, What Daisy has to say about the future of "The New Jedi Order" movie, The announcement of a comic prequel to Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, and The record breaking sale of an original Star Wars painting. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 976 - World Between Worlds - December 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 53:17


    With Christmas and the rest of the holiday season rapidly approaching, Jay has plenty of ideas to complete your Star Wars shopping.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The LEGO Gingerbread AT-AT Walker, The new Endor Collection from Columbia, A limited edition pin signed by Ashley Eckstein from Her Universe, An Ahsoka Sweater Dress also from Her Universe, The Our Universe Obi-Wan Kenobi Color-Block Sweatershirt, A Star Wars ugly Christmas sweater from Our Universe, Star Wars ugly sweaters and pajames from Geeksoutfit, Grogu jewelry from Baublebauer, The Rebel Wonderland Stud Set from Girls Crew, The Grogu Holiday Cheer Scentsy Warmer, Star Wars themed NFL tees from HOMAGE, and A Logitech G502 X PLUS Millenium Falcon Edition LIGHTSPEED Wireless RGB Gaming Mouse. For more Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product ideas, check out episode 964.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 975 - Visions - "The Bird of Paradise" and "BLACK"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 29:52


    We're discussing the final two episodes of Volume Three of Visions with a look at accepting mortality in "The Bird of Paradise" and the fate of a stormtrooper in "BLACK."   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: How a Jedi Padawan, Nakime, manages to overcome her own personal attachments to embrace selflessness in "The Bird of Paradise," A trip through the tortured psyche of a stormtrooper facing imminent death in "BLACK," and Our overall rankings of all the episodes in Volume Three of Visions. For more discussion of Volume Three of Visions, check out episode 972.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 974 - Star Wars: Starfighter Comments and Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 36:18


    Shawn Levy has dropped a few comments about the development of Starfighter while promoting season five of Stranger Things. Plus, a composer for the film has been chosen.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: How Thanksgiving went and some of our Star Wars Christmas decorations, Comments from Shawn Levy on the development of Starfighter and the tone of the movie, Additional comments from Shawn Levy about the third act of Starfighter, Mia Goth's comments on her role in Starfighter, The announcement of the composer for the score for Starfighter, and The date for the update to Smuggler's Run at Galaxy's Edge in Disney parks. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 973 - The Clone Wars - "Supply Lines" 0303

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 28:22


    Jar Jar Binks and Senator Bail Organa lobby the Toydarians for support of the Twi'leks on Ryloth while the Trade Federation interferes in their efforts in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Where this episode falls in the chronology of The Clone Wars, Our overall thoughts on this episode, The complicated politics of the Trade Federation, Neimoidians, Viceroy Nute Gunray, and others that can be complicated, Jar Jar Binks's role in the negotiations with the Toydarians, Jedi Master Ima-Gun Di and the play on words with his name, and more. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 960.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 972 - Visions - "The Lost Ones" and "The Smuggler"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 35:11


    Jedi "F" takes a desperate mission to defeat her fallen master and a smuggler with money problems helps a royal family in these two episodes from Volume 3 of Star Wars: Visions.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on "The Lost Ones" from Kinema Citrus, The backstory from "The Village Bride" from Volume 1 of Visions for "The Lost Ones," The visual style of "The Lost Ones," F's fallen Jedi Master and how "The Lost Ones" would fit into the current Star Wars galaxy, Our overall thoughts on "The Smuggler," Out thoughts on the visual style of "The Smuggler," How "The Smuggler" draws on original archetypes from the Star Wars saga but alters them just a bit, and How "The Smuggler" fits into the broader Star Wars universe. For more discussion of Volume 3 of Star Wars: Visions, check out episode 969.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 971 - Revenge of the Sith Trivia, Part 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 27:02


    It's another round of Revenge of the Sith, and it kicks off with Mace Windu and the Jedi's attempt to arrest Chancellor Palpatine.   The trivia questions for this episode come from the portion of the movie that runs from 1:10:52 to 1:23:31, which we covered in episodes 916 and 917.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our Black Friday plans and when we decorate for Christmas, Questions about the Jedi attempt to arrest Chancellor Palpatine, Trivia about Anakin's fall to the dark side of the Force, Questions about the execution of Order 66, and more. For more Revenge of the Sith trivia, check out episode 950.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 969 - Visions - "The Bounty Hunters" and "Yuko's Treasure"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 25:54


    In these two episodes from Volume Three of Visions, a bounty hunter and her droid choose doing the right thing over profit and an orphaned child learns of her legacy.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The animation styles of "The Bounty Hunters," IV-A4, a medical droid with an assassin droid protocol, The banter between Sevn and IV-A4, Sevn's heart of gold, Some The Clone Wars and Attack of the Clones homages in "The Bounty Hunters," The art style of "Yuko's Treasure," Whether "Yuko's Treasure" works as a Star Wars story, and Other issues with "Yuko's Treasure." For more discussion of Volume Three of Visions, check out episode 966.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 970 - Ask Me Anything - Star Wars - November 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 34:26


    In the latest edition of "Ask Me Anything" on Podcast Stardust, we discuss a Star Wars Thanksgiving dinner, pets from the Star Wars galaxy, and more.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: If we were planning a Thanksgiving dinner from the galaxy far, far away, what would be on the menu? What pet would you most want to adopt from Star Wars? Which rumored post-sequel trilogy project do we want to see the most? And more. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 968 - News and Revenge of the Sith Trivia, Part 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 29:45


    In a light Star Wars news week, John Boyega has requirements for a Finn and Poe return and then we turn to some Revenge of the Sith trivia.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: John Boyega's comments on what it would take for Finn and Poe (Oscar Isaac) to return to Star Wars, Our thoughts on a potential return for Finn and Poe, and Revenge of the Sith trivia for the segment of the movie that runs from 1:23:31 to 1:31:38, which we covered in episode 931. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

    Episode 967 - Revenge of the Sith, Part 11 - You Were the Chosen One

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 71:47


    In part 11 of our series devoted to Revenge of the Sith, Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi's iconic duel reaches a dramatic and tragic conclusion.   Anthony King from Force Ghost Conversations joins us for the discussion.   This discussion covers the segment of the movie that runs from 1:34:21 to 2:03:30.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Anthony's experience seeing Revenge of the Sith for the first time and how he came to first watch the saga, The iconic shot of Obi-Wan and Anakin fighting with the lava exploding behind them, Yoda's defeat and his decision to go into exile, Anakin's perspective that the Jedi are evil, Obi-Wan's reaction to defeating Anakin, and Palpatine's rescue of Anakin on the shore of the lava flow on Mustafar. For more discussion of Revenge of the Sith, check out episode 957.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

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