Skywalking Through Neverland: A Star Wars / Disney Fan Podcast

This episode marks the HALFWAY point in the original Classic Marvel Star Wars series that ran from 1977-1986! We break down Issue 54: “STARFIRE RISING” from September 1981, which serves as a continuation of repurposed JOHN CARTER, WARLORD OF MARS artwork created for the cancelled comic series. Not wanting to waste unused artwork which was done by the same artists as the Star Wars series, Chris Claremont was brought in to write a new Star Wars story based on that existing art. Then Walter Simonson adapted art to fit these issues 53 and 54, and Viola you have new Star Wars!    We are not sure why this issue is called STARFIRE RISING, but it should have been called CRUSH ON LEIA, since the story revolves around Aron Peacebringer (John Carter) having an existential crisis over his adulterous thoughts on Princess Leia. You can tell the moment the art switches from repurposed John Carter to Star Wars towards the end of the issue. Please enjoy.   Today in Star Wars History - May 29, 2019   After a thirty-three-year hiatus, Marvel Comics continues their classic Star Wars series with the release of issue #108 - Forever Crimson. We covered this issue in episode 495 since it was a direct continuation of issue #50: Crimson Forever which came out in 1981. Forever Crimson, published in celebration of Marvel's 80th anniversary, encompasses five short stories that feature Jaxxon, Amaiza Foxtrain, and the droid-hating Valance the Hunter.     #54 “STARFIRE RISING"   Release Date: September 22, 1981 Writer: Chris Claremont Artwork: Walt Simonson, Carmine Infantino Coloring: Glynis Wein Cover Art:  Walt Simonson   Imperial General Sk'ar captures Aron Peacebringer and Princess Leia. As the two heroes struggle against their bonds, Aron discovers that his friend Delois, has turned traitor and joined forces with Sk'ar. Now Delois and Skar plan to bomb Aron's government - The Calian Confederacy.    When all seems lost, Luke Skywalker, Chewbacca, Lando Calrissian, and Aron's best friend Kéral Longknife arrive to fight the Imperials. Leia finds Sk'ar's anti-matter bomb and begins defusing it, but will she diffuse it in time or will this world be wiped out just like Alderaan?    We take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute!     Contact Us   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. We also bring you to Disneyland, Red Carpet Events and Theme Park Openings.   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.

We are very excited to have back on the show James Kahn, author of the New York Times best-selling Return of the Jedi novelization. Also on his resume - he has resuscitated a dying extraterrestrial (E.T.) and saved many humans as an ER doctor IRL. Kahn's writing career blossomed from writing the novelizations of Goonies, Poltergeist, and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, to writing on TV shows Melrose Place, Star Trek: Voyager & a sitcom E/R with actor George Clooney (NOT ER!).    James just released My Jedi Memoir: A Double Life, an autobiography that uses the hero's journey in his Jedi novelization to outline the phases of his own life. It's a fascinating read available now on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. We loved reconnecting with James and encourage you to read his book.   THIS WEEK in Star Wars History 5/19 - 5/25   May 19th - 26th Anniversary of The Phantom Menace   May 19th - 20th anniversary of Revenge of the Sith   May 21st - 45th Anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back   May 25th - 48th Anniversary of A New Hope   May 25th - 42nd Anniversary of Return of the Jedi   May 25th - 7th Anniversary of Solo: A Star Wars Story   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Christopher Sean, voice of Kazuda Xiono from Star Wars Resistance, joins us to discuss this last and final arc of Andor Season 2. In particular, we discuss character motivations and scenes, such as Dedra's gleeful confrontation with Luthen, Krennic's brutally weird interrogation of Dedra, and Cassian's subtle nod to the Force healer as he takes his final walk into Rogue One.  Christopher also gives us insight into the audition process for Star Wars Resistance, and what he brought to the character - you may even hear Kaz's voice! He also shared a great story about recording in person with Oscar Isaac (voice of Poe Dameron).  Christopher will be signing at Boonta Eve Special Edition right before Rebel Scum Con this coming August. Richard and Sarah (we) will also be in attendance - come join us! Episodes we break down: E10: Make it Stop E11: Who Else Knows? E12: Jedha, Kyber, Erso   Today in Star Wars History 5/14/1944   The birth day of the maker himself - George Lucas! Today he celebrates his 81st birthday having been born on May 14, 1944.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

THUNDERBOLTS* was just released on May 2nd, and Richard and Sarah are excited to break down this movie! We get into details such as character relationships and history, our expectations vs. reality, any nitpicks, and why this film is the INSIDE OUT 2 of the Marvel universe. And what about Bob? How does he fit in, and what did we think of his character and possible relationship with Yelena??   We are happy to say that the film is off to a strong start at the box office. Over the weekend it grossed $74 million, and it currently has an 88% Fresh rating with critics at Rotten Tomatoes.    Today in Star Wars History 5/6/1964   Happy 61st Birthday to Lars Mikkelsen! Lars Mikkelsen, voiced Grand Admiral Thrawn in Star Wars Rebels ,then went on to play the live-action character in Ahsoka.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!  

Convention season is now in full swing. Next up - Comic Con Revolution (CCR)! Programming director David Nieves joins us to discuss what goes into putting on a pop culture convention. What were our first convention experiences? San Diego Comic Con was first for some, while others were relegated to a single banquet room at the local Sheraton Hotel (looking at you Richard). If you ever dreamed of working at a con, David gives tips on how you can make that happen.    David tells us about a NEW feature for this year's CCR. Attendees will have an opportunity to experience a special pop up with Trapped Escape Room. In The Henchmen's Heist, you and your crew are aspiring villains! You join Madame Graffiti's band of art thieves. The mission? To steal as many pieces of art as possible from the world-famous Lumina Museum at their annual Spectrum Gala.    Along with the many superstars and escape room, we will also be there with TWO of our Trivia party game shows. Sunday May 18th we will host our Pop Culture Trivia Challenge at 12pm. At 2:45 we will play our Star Wars Trivia Challenge Strikes Back!   Today in Star Wars History 5/2/2006   Revenge of the Sith wins top honors in two categories at the 32nd Saturn Awards. The film wins ‘Best Science Fiction Film' and John Williams wins for ‘Best Score.'   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Star Wars Celebration Japan gave us Loth Kittens, Shadow Lords, Grogu and Gosling, and so much more. We are still processing all the big announcements and surprises, so we brought on a special guest. Our good friend B.J. Priester (Hyperspace Theories/Fangirl Blog) shares his experiences at the Main Stage, the merchandise store, and he helps us break down and analyze all the Star Wars reveals. What were you most excited about?  Topics discussed: MANDALORIAN AND GROGU Why wasn't there a Lucasfilm Showcase panel? Footage described in detail STAR WARS: STARFIGHTER Is this the DEADPOOL of Star Wars with director Shawn Levy?? AHSOKA Season 2 Lothballs! (Loth Kittens) Baylan Scoll recasting Thrawn vs. Admiral Ackbar Updates to SMUGGLER'S RUN: Mandalorian and Grogu version Let's flip this switch! They are testing this version right now in Disneyland!! ANDOR Season 2 It's here! LFL 20th Anniversary Animation Panel - MAUL: SHADOW LORD Footage discussed in detail Highlights Merchandise Cosplay   Today in Star Wars History 4/29/1980   John Williams debuts as conductor of the Boston Pops at a Symphony Hall performance in Boston, MA. R2-D2 and Anthony Daniels as C-3PO make guest appearances and conduct the “Main Title” from Star Wars.  Williams conducts two brand new never-heard before themes from The Empire Strikes Back soundtrack - “Yoda's Theme” and “The Imperial March.” The performance airs live on PBS.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

  We break down and review the first 3 ANDOR Season 2 episodes, with a special focus on the “Dinner Party from Hell!” with Dedra Meero, Syril Karn, and his mom the emotionally abusive Eedy. Actors Denise Gough (Dedra) and Kyle Soller (Syril) coined “Dinner Party from Hell” at Star Wars Celebration Japan, and there is no better description. This truly relatable “meet the in-laws” dinner speaks to the entire series, as ANDOR is full of relatable moments juxtaposed with galaxy-altering events. Mon Mothma consoles her daughter while Luthen Rael ruthlessly protects information vital to the upstart Rebels. B2 plays tag with kids while Cassian inadvertently finds a new base for the burgeoning Rebellion.   Episodes we break down:   E1: One Year Later E2: Sagrona Teema E3: Harvest   Today in Star Wars History 4/21/1980   The Empire Strikes Back Original Motion Picture Soundtrack by John Williams, was released. Before the film's release the album had already sold three million copies. The soundtrack spends eighteen weeks on Billboard's 200 list and peaks at #4 on the week of July 12th.       SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Bryce Eller, the man behind all the Darth Vader TV appearances and the official Vader meet and greets at local department stores, gives us exclusive stories of his time on many TV variety shows and live meet and greet engagements.  As a companion piece to my article, Star Wars x 1970's Variety TV, I talk with Bryce to fill in details you won't find anywhere else. Bryce appeared on Midnight Special with Wolfman Jack, Donny and Marie, The Wacko Saturday Preview and Other Good Stuff Special, and Kaptain Kool and the Kongs Present ABC All-Star Saturday!  We also go into voicing Darth Vader for these shows, perfecting the Vader walk, and the time he was hit on at a wrap party by a woman who wanted to turn Darth Vader to the deep dark side.  Bryce made his Skywalking debut on the two part episodes - 236 and 237. But little did we know then, there were even more stories to tell. 

ANDOR Season 2 is just around the corner! But where did we leave off with Cassian and friends in Season 1? After all, it was 3 years ago. What really happened between ISB agent Dedra Meero and Imperial wanna-be Syril Karn? How was Maarva Andor weaponized?    If you don't remember, we are here to remind and prepare you for this new season that premieres on Disney+ on April 22nd. There is lots to go over especially how ANDOR crosses over with STAR WARS REBELS. We also look back at our roundtable interviews with Production Designer Luke Hull and Costume Designer Michael Wilkinson to see how their creations will add to the storytelling of ANDOR Season 2.    Today in Star Wars History 4/15/1963   Happy 63rd Birthday to Tom Kane! Tom Kane voiced hundreds of animated characters in dozens of series. To Star Wars fans he is Yoda and Admiral Yularen in The Clone Wars and did the opening newsreel narration for each episode. He also voiced Admiral Ackbar in The Last Jedi and Star Tours.    Unfortunately Tom Kane had to retire from voice acting in 2020 after a stroke.     SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

What would Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics look like if it crashed into John Carter, Warlord of Mars? This comic is your answer. On this episode we break down Issue 53: THE LAST GIFT FROM ALDERAAN from August 1981. This issue inserts Princess Leia into repurposed Carmine Infantino artwork from the cancelled JOHN CARTER, WARLORD OF MARS series, and boy, can you tell! Not only does it have narration in first person, it also has some scenes intended only for an over-18 audience. Make sure those little ones are nowhere near this comic!   Today in Star Wars History - April 9, 1984   Return Of The Jedi wins a ‘Special Achievement Award for Visual Effects' at the 56th Academy Awards. Cheech and Chong present awards to Richard Edlund, Phil Tippet, Ken Ralston, and Dennis Muren.      #53 “THE LAST GIFT FROM ALDERAAN"   Release Date: August 18, 1981 Writer: Chris Claremont Artwork: Walt Simonson, Walt Simonson Coloring: Glynis Wein Cover Art:  Walt Simonson   Princess Leia Organa investigates Imperial activity in the Shiva system, but her ship is damaged by a space mine. Leia escapes in a shuttle which crashes on Shiva IV and is attacked by a savage raiding party. A group of natives led by Aron Peacebringer (The Star Wars-adapted John Carter) and Kéral Longknife thwart the raiders and rescue the princess. Leia returns to the capital city with Aron, and tries to warn him of the danger of the Galactic Empire, but the warlord is not convinced that such an Empire exists. During a gala, Aron then learns the hard way about this non-existing Empire.   We take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute!     Contact Us   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. We also bring you to Disneyland, Red Carpet Events and Theme Park Openings.   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.

Season of the Force is upon us once again. NEW food, NEW merchandise, and most importantly - NEW Death Star popcorn buckets!! Join Richard and Sarah behind the scenes of opening day, where we interviewed an Imagineer, specialty chefs, the merchandise team, and Star Wars: The High Republic authors. We learned about the new nighttime projection show “Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Story” and saw Luke Skywalker walk amongst us muggles on Batuu. Most importantly, we shared the experience with all of our friends, which is what Disneyland is all about. Oh, and someone was the Rebel Spy. Can you guess who??   This episode contains interviews from the following:   Matt Martin from the Lucasfilm Story group and Michael Serna, Executive Creative Director with Disney Live Entertainment.    Chef Adolfo Salazar, Disneyland Resort Chef   Nataly Guzman, Season of the Force Merchandise Spokesperson   Megan Roth, Senior Manager - Event Production   Star Wars: The High Republic authors Claudia Gray   Alyssa Wong   Charles Soule   Cavan Scott   Zoraida Cordova,   George Mann   Today in Star Wars History 4/1/1983   Let's wish a big happy birthday to Matt Lanter who was born on 4/1/1983 - 42 years ago. We all know Matt Lanter's work as the voice of Anakin Skywalker in The Clone Wars and Tales of the Jedi. He also cameoed as Republic officer, Lant Davan, in The Mandalorian episode “Chapter 6 - The Prisoner.” A role we thought (and hoped) would be a recurring character.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Here's a little Ewok Talk to brighten your day! What fandom events are you looking forward to in the near future? There's that convention in Japan, and then there's the 3rd Annual Forest Moon Festival! This 3-day free event, held May 30th-June 1st, supports the community on the Redwood Coast of California -  the Endor filming location for Return of the Jedi. Coordinators Cassandre Hesseltine, Anibal Polanco, and Tracy Boyd give us the highlights from past festivals and what to look forward to this year. Click here for more information on the Forest Moon Festival.   Today in Star Wars History 3/24/2005   Cartoon Network airs “Chapter 24” from Season Three of the Genndy Tartakovsky Star Wars: Clone Wars micro-series.   General Grievous has penetrated Chancellor Palpatine's private quarters in an attempt to kidnap him. Shaak Ti leads Jedi and clones to escort the Chancellor to safety. Meanwhile, on the planet Nelvaan, Anakin Skywalker continues to prepare for his final Jedi test. On a cave wall he witnesses moving images of the Nelvaans being attacked and an image of Darth Vader's helmet.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

This week we have a discussion with Maria Sandoval - Head Hair Designer of the MandoVerse! She is an Emmy-nominated hair designer who worked on The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, The Book of Boba Fett, AND Picard. She also worked on the upcoming live action Lilo and Stitch as well as The Mandalorian and Grogu feature film. How did the practicality of Fennec Shand's hair change her look? What color IS Luke's hair in Return of the Jedi, and how do you recreate that? So many questions answered. Maria gives us so many exclusive behind-the-scenes stories! Follow Maria on instagram.   Heading to Star Wars Celebration Japan? You can meet Maria Sandoval at the Not So Virtual Cantina: Special Edition on April 17th. Many thanks to Spencer Jawitz (Star Wars Celebration Japan Facebook Group) for facilitating this discussion, and the Japan event.   Today in Star Wars History 3/18/2017   Disney XD airs the episode “Twin Suns” from Star Wars Rebels Season Three.    Maul has tracked Obi-Wan's presence to the remote world of Tatooine where he searches the desert plains to finally exact his revenge.  With a few quick strokes Kenobi defeats Maul who dies in the Jedi Master's arms. Kenobi then rides his dewback to check on the young boy who will someday save the galaxy with a new hope.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

https://youtu.be/1txZxDE2U7M   If Adventure has a name it would be this episode of Skywalking through Neverland! We celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Disneyland attraction INDIANA JONES ADVENTURE: Temple of the Forbidden Eye with Justin Smith, THE Indiana Jones aficionado. He rode the attraction with Sallah actor John Rhys-Davies, met up with Disneyland Imagineers, and had an amazing day. Then we go over the past, present, and future of each Indiana Jones attraction/show at Disney Parks across the globe, including the upcoming Temple of the Feathered Serpent at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Lots to talk about and celebrate!   Today in Star Wars History 3/11/1979   The daily Star Wars newspaper comic strip debuts. The series was written and drawn by Russ Manning. It was first distributed by the Los Angeles Times and debuted in 214 newspapers in the U.S. and Canada. We did breakdowns of several storyline which can be found here.     SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Who else LOVED the Netflix DAREDEVIL series?? We did, and we are so excited that DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN - Marvel Television's continuation of those first 3 seasons - is now airing on Disney+!! We've been waiting years for Disney to pick up where Netflix left off and now it's here. We'll give you some comic history of Daredevil and a brief summary of what you should know going in. We also break down the first two episodes and take a special look at imagery, sound design, and character journeys. Wilson Fisk/Kingpin (Vincent D'Onofrio) and Matt Murdock/Daredevil (Charlie Cox) reprise their respective roles and we were both blown away. FYI, there will be spoilers.   DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN begins several years after the events of Netflix's DAREDEVIL, and a year after Matt Murdock has stopped being the vigilante "Daredevil". Now, Murdock continues his fight for justice as a lawyer while former crime boss Wilson Fisk has been elected mayor of New York City, putting the pair on a collision course. This first season consists of 9 episodes total, and the first 2 premiered on March 4. Over the next 2 months the entire series will air, and we are here for it.   Today in Star Wars History 3/4/2002   Vanity Fair continues its Star Wars cover features with Attack Of The Clones. Who remembers this cover story? Do you still have your copy?       SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics is back! We break down Issue 52: TO TAKE THE TARKIN from July 1981 with our good friend Spencer Jawitz (Virtual Cantina Network). In this issue, our heroes infiltrate the Empire's new battle station, The Tarkin. Will history repeat itself where they destroy the massive station or will Darth Vader stop them this time - that is if he survives the plot from within the Empire's ranks to kill him? We share our thoughts on the storytelling, artwork, and when to "Hurl a Berl". But most of all, we learn some great new Star Wars expletives on the level of "Dank Farrik!" That's some Hockaleg, right there.   Today in Star Wars History -February 25, 1986   Return Of The Jedi was released on VHS and Betamax for $79.99. This is the first time a film is released worldwide on home video to help reduce piracy.     #52 “TO TAKE THE TARKIN"   Release Date: July 21, 1981 Writer: David Michelinie Artwork: Walt Simonson, Tom Palmer Coloring: Don Warfield Cover Art:  Walt Simonson   Luke, Leia, Chewbacca, and the droids have infiltrated the Imperial superweapon known as the Tarkin. While they are carrying out their plan of destroying another superweapon, Darth Vader is arranging a confrontation with Luke while a group of Imperial officers are planning to destroy the Sith Lord.   We take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute!     Contact Us   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. We also bring you to Disneyland, Red Carpet Events and Theme Park Openings.   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.

Richard and Sarah review and break down CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD. And since this is the 35th entry in the MCU, we'll tell you some of the surprising Marvel films and TV shows you should brush up on before watching. This is what we wish we would have known going in. Please note that there will be minor plot spoilers, but overall they will help you enjoy the film even more.   We love behind-the-scenes nuggets, so this breakdown will include sound bytes from Kevin Feige (Executive Producer/Marvel Studios President), Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson/Executive Producer), and Harrison Ford (President Thaddeus Ross).   Today in Star Wars History 2/12/1978   The first Expanded Universe novel, Splinter Of The Mind's Eye by Alan Dean Foster, is published by Del Rey. Splinter Of The Mind's Eye is written to be filmed as a low-budget sequel to Star Wars. That is why it's set on the misty planet of Mimban. Mimban is seen onscreen in Solo: A Star Wars Story. We broke down and did a review of Splinter Of The Mind's Eye in Episode 407.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Richard and Sarah break down the new Disney+ animated series, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, and compare it to the classic Spider-Man comic from 1963! It's astounding how close showrunner Jeff Trammell and his team have stayed true to the classic comic, with art by Steve Ditko and John Romita Sr. This episode includes some behind-the-scenes quotes and fun facts which will give you even more enjoyment for Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. We also go over some fun MCU Easter Eggs, puzzle together where it fits in the current MCU, and share our first introductions to Spider-Man. Richard and I have vastly different stories.   Be sure to check out our Spider-Man review.   Today in Star Wars History 2/4/2024   The 51st Saturn Awards, which honors the best in science fiction, fantasy, horror are presented, and Star Wars winners include:    ‘Best Music in a Film' - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny – John Williams ‘Best Animated Television Series or Special' - The Bad Batch ‘Best New Genre Television Series' - Andor ‘George Pal Memorial Award' – Dave Filoni ‘Best Fantasy Film' - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny 'Best Actor in a Film' - Harrison Ford – Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

For our 501st episode we've invited 501st Legion founder Albin Johnson. We talk about the origins of “The World's Definitive Imperial Star Wars Costuming Organization.” Albin discusses the charities that the 501st has helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for, as well as the impactful Make-A-Wish Endowment. We also get into the debate of cosplayers vs costumers! Then there was the time he was kidnapped… you'll hear all about it and much more in this 501st episode.    Learn more and donate to the 501st Make-a-Wish Endowment.   Check out the 501st Legion documentary, Star Wars: Star Warriors Documentary.   Today in Star Wars History 1/27/1983   Lucasfilm officially announces that the title for the third Star Wars film has changed from Revenge Of The Jedi to Return Of The Jedi.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

We did it - our 500th episode!!! To celebrate this milestone we do what we do best - talk about Star Wars. We are so excited to take on one of our biggest discussions ever - comparing and contrasting all seven of the live action Star Wars Disney+ series. We go over the final confrontations, how each show progresses the world of Star Wars, how each series ended but left an opening for another season, and lots more. We look forward to seeing how your ranking compares to ours. Today in Star Wars History Cartoon Network airs the episode “Witches of the Mist” from Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Secrets Revealed Season Three. Written by Katie Lucas.  FORTUNE COOKIE: “The path to evil may bring great power, but not loyalty.” In this episode, Ventress and Savage Opress attack Dooku but he gets away. Opress returns to Mother Talzin who tells him to find his long-lost and exiled brother who will teach him how to become a powerful warrior. With his mission set, Opress leaves. Talzin then turns to her crystal orb where a fractured image of Maul materializes.  This was part of the arc that was shown at the touring Clone Wars screenings in 2011. This arc kicked off screening Star Wars television episodes at fan events.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

We break down issue 51: Resurrection of Evil from June 1981! There is a new super weapon being constructed called the Tarkin. Our heroes are sent to bring down this technological terror, and at the same time there is a plot within the Empire to kill Darth Vader!   In the past, Marvel has tied-in Kenner action figures and playsets. Is that what they are doing here with the Scout Walker vehicle? Or was it because they wanted to feature the cool 2-legged walker seen in The Empire Strikes Back for 2 seconds.   Today in Star Wars History   Disney+ streams the episode, “Chapter 3: The Streets of Mos Espa” from The Book of Boba Fett which Guest stars Danny Trejo as the Rancor Keeper. (Does Danny Trejo make an appearance in this episode's Marvel comic?)   In “The Streets of Mos Espa” the Hutt Twins come to Boba Fett's palace and offer their apologies for sending Black Krrsantan to kill him.   This Book of Boba Fett  episode also features the BEST Behind the scenes Easter Egg ever! During the speeder chase where the mods were pursuing the Mayor's majordomo, one of the mods crashes through a Ralph McQuarrie painting of Jabba's court from Return of the Jedi.     #51 “RESURRECTION OF EVIL"   Release Date: June 16, 1981 Writer: David Michelinie Artwork: Walt Simonson, Tom Palmer Cover Art:  Walt Simonson   General Rieekan receives word from Rebel spies that the Galactic Empire is constructing a new superweapon known as the Tarkin. Realizing the danger the new weapon poses, Rieekan sends for Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, Chewbacca, Lando C and the droids. The Rebel heroes are sent to infiltrate the Tarkin, however Darth Vader observes as they arrive and sets events in motion to capture his long sought after adversary, Luke Skywalker. But little does the Dark Lord know that some of his own men are secretly plotting against him due to his vicious punishments imposed against their fellow Imperial officers.   We take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute!       Contact Us   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. We also bring you to Disneyland, Red Carpet Events and Theme Park Openings.   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.

It's our annual year-end wrap-up spectacular - part 2!! In this half we look back on 2024 and discuss fandom surprises, what is the appropriate hashtag for 2024, and if we could go back in time what we would tell our 10-year-old selves about this past year. The conversation continues with our special guests James Floyd from Star Warsologies (which can be found here on the Skywalking Network), and pop culturists Kevin & Angela Vincent! Check out Part 1 of the discussion.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

It's our annual year-end wrap-up spectacular - part 1!! We take a look back at 2024 - the highs and lows, what may or may not have met our expectations, our personal fandom highlights, and so much more. And we invited some friends to join us - James Floyd from Star Warsologies (which can be found here on the Skywalking Network), and Kevin & Angela Vincent - theme park entertainers who we met at D23! From WICKED to SKELETON CREW, Harrison Ford to a published Star Wars Book - we cover it all. Stay tuned in just a few days for Part 2!   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Aye, matey - ‘tis time for a discussion with Skeleton Crew pirate Vane!! Actor Marti Matulis is Vane in The Mandalorian & Skeleton Crew, he is in this year's new Christmas movie Red One as the vulture-like Slap-Fight Judge, and he is in many Star Trek films and TV series. We discuss the artistry of creature makeup, how he emotes under the mask, and acting in general. Matulis is a 20+ year veteran in the business and we loved picking his brain. Follow him on instagram and YouTube channel.   Today in Star Wars History - 12/23/1977   A special Star Wars holiday ad is placed in local newspapers to promote the ongoing release that reads, “Happy Holidays and may the Force be with you throughout the new year.”         SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!  

With all the talk about Crimson Jack in Skeleton Crew we felt this was a perfect time to share another Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics episode! Issue #108 “Forever Crimson!” (2019), is a special continuation of Issue #50 “The Crimson Forever” (1981). This was part of Marvel's 80th Anniversary celebration in 2019 where they added this issue 33 years after the classic Star Wars series ended in 1986.    Richard and Sarah break down “Forever Crimson!” - it's story, artwork, and the HUGE amount of Star Wars EU Easter eggs! Jaxxon and Amaiza are back! Valance the Hunter and Domina Tagge make an appearance. This comic even references vornskr and the witches of Dathomir. Could there be more references to pop culture in this comic than SKELETON CREW?? Let's find out.   We recommend watching the video version (above) of this episode which contains the full comic as we page through it.   #108 “FOREVER CRIMSON"   Release Date: May 29, 2019 Writer: Matthew Rosenberg Artwork: Giuseppe Camuncoli, Andrea Broccardo, Kerry Gammill, Ze Carlos, Jan Duursema, Stefano Landini, Luke Ross, Cam Smith, Chris Sotomayer, and Leonard Kirk Cover Art:  Walt Simonson and Antonio Fabela   The cosmic civil war is over! The Empire has fallen. The tyrannical Dark Lords of the Sith who ruled the galaxy, Emperor Palpatine and Darth Vader, are destroyed, and the heroic Rebel Alliance has restored freedom to the star systems with the formation of the New Republic.   But a long-forgotten threat, one more terrible than even the Sith, is still out there in the wilds of deep space, and its return could annihilate all life in the galaxy! Once again, only the freedom fighters Princess Leia Organa, Luke Skywalker and Han Solo can hope to stand against the forces of evil. This is their story!   We take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute!       Contact Us   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. We also bring you to Disneyland, Red Carpet Events and Theme Park Openings.   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.

The long-awaited STAR WARS: SKELETON CREW is here! It's December which means we get NEW Star Wars content! This answers the question, what do you get when you mix The Goonies, Stand By Me, and the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction together in a galaxy far far away.    Mike Celestino (Laughing Place / Who's The Bossk podcast) joins us to break down this new live action series which premiered on Disney+ on December 2nd. We give our reactions and go through the many many easter eggs & parallels to the coming-of-age films of the 80's. And yes, there will be spoilers.   For more behind-the-scenes information straight from showrunners Jon Watts and Christopher Ford, check out our Roundtable. To watch more insight from the young actors, check out our second Roundtable.    Today in Star Wars History - 12/3/1983   From Star Wars to Jedi: The Making of a Saga airs on PBS. The sixty-five-minute documentary, narrated by Mark Hamill, features behind-the-scenes footage of the original trilogy with a focus on Return of the Jedi.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Craig Miller is back to help us break down the ultimate Star Wars book, The Art of Star Wars from 1979. Craig was the Director of Fan relations for Lucasfilm from 1977-1980 and had a hand in putting this book together. If you've never read The Art of Star Wars, pause the show now and go and get it! It has the Episode IV script, storyboards, international movie posters and it was the first time we ever saw the subtitle, “Episode IV: A New Hope.” And all that is just the tip of the iceberg. Do you own any “Art of ____” books? This book started it all!   Today in Star Wars History - 11/25/1984   Happy 40th Anniversary to The Ewok Adventure which premiered on ABC. The film stars Eric Walker, Aubree Miller, and Warwick Davis who returns as Wicket the Ewok.    To hear many stories about The Ewok Adventure listen to Episode 56 where we formed our friendship with Eric Walker, the Original Mace: Episode 56: The Ewok Adventure with Eric Walker. Here is the panel we hosted at Celebration 2022, Celebrating the Ewok Adventures with Eric, Kevin and Tracey Thompson. Surprisingly, this was the first Ewok Adventure panel ever held at a Celebration convention: 376: Celebrating the Ewok Adventures - Star Wars Celebration Panel   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

It's November which means it's time to honor and celebrate The Star Wars Holiday Special! THE STORY OF THE FAITHFUL WOOKIEE animated short was key in forwarding the next chapter of the Star Wars saga by including the on-screen introduction to Boba Fett. Michael Hirsh, co-creator of Nelvana animation studio and producer of THE FAITHFUL WOOKIEE, joins us this week to share some amazing stories. Hirsh created and produced over 6,000 episodes of children's programming including Care Bears, Inspector Gadget, Beetlejuice, and The Ewoks & Droids Adventure Hour as well as so many more. And yes, there is a connection to The Monkees in all of this.    Beyond Nelvana, Hirsh has formed two more companies, and he shares fascinating details on animation business practices, including some run-ins with Standards & Practices. It's an eye-opening conversation. If you want ALL the details, pick up his new memoir, ANIMATION NATION: How We Built A Cartoon Empire. It's available wherever books are sold and is a perfect gift for the animation buff this holiday season. Be sure to enter the giveaway below:   Today in Star Wars History - 11/18/1978   Thus was a big week for Star Wars on TV. On Nov 17th, 1978 we had The Star Wars Holiday Special. Then the next day on 11/18 Carrie Fisher hosted Saturday Night Live!     SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Are you a Batman fan?? Do you love behind-the-scenes stories of TV and film? In 1992, Warner Bros. Animation gave us the hugely successful Batman: The Animated Series, widely revered as a groundbreaking superhero show. Everything you ever wanted to know about this series, from inception to legacy, can be found in the comprehensive book series, Batman: The Animated Interviews by our good friend W.R. Miller. These 5 volumes cover all facets of the Batman universe and are a must-have for all Batman fans, and make a great stocking stuffer! Miller joins us to discuss the content, his process, and shares some great stories to whet your appetite for these books.    The Unofficial Batman: The Animated Interviews: Buy the hardcover or pre-order the paperbacks.   Today in Star Wars History - 11/11/1979   The Art of Star Wars is released by Del Rey. This was THE book to own as a kid!   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIazuvzMhFA   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Ever wonder how the Propstore auctions work? So did we! In the first of two episodes this week, we speak with Brandon Alinger from Propstore. He gives us the lowdown on all the amazing memorabilia that will be auctioned off starting Nov.14. There are items from Star Wars, Gremlins, Ghostbusters, Hook, Spider-Man, Princess Bride, and sooooooo many more. And he gives us a peek behind the curtain of what goes into these auctions.   Today in Star Wars History - 11/8/1926   Happy 98th Birthday to Ted Burnett! Ted Burnett portrays Wuher, the Cantina bartender in A New Hope. He was brought in through the UGLY Models agency who casts those with unusual appearances.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

It's a celebration of HALLOWEEN with Holly Frey (Full of Sith, Stuff You Missed in History Class, Criminalia podcasts)! She's also an author, clothes designer, and lover of all things Halloween. We have a Halloween Happy Hour, of sorts - Richard, Sarah, and Holly share favorite Halloween childhood memories, first scary movie we saw, favorite Halloween costume, and we ask “You're a late-night horror host, what is your name and what is your show about?” (we also want to know your answers as well so let us know in the comment).  In true Skywalking form, there's also a HOLLYween Trivia Game of TERROR!     Holly and her Criminalia co-host Maria Trimarchi's NEW book, Killer Cocktails: Dangerous Drinks Inspired by History's Most Nefarious Criminals, is available now wherever books are sold. Please let us know which cocktails inspire you the most!   Today in Star Wars History - 10/27/2005   Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination opens at the Museum of Science in Boston, Massachusetts. The tour, which consists of eighteen engagements, continues until February 23, 2014. (9 years!)The Museum of Science created this traveling exhibit that features numerous props, models, and over a dozen costumes used in the Star Wars saga. The exhibit focuses on the science behind the technology in the films such as Luke's landspeeder and Anakin's prosthetic hand and showcases real world comparisons. A reproduction of the Millennium Falcon cockpit simulates the jump to lightspeed and features narration by Anthony Daniels and R2-D2.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Universal Monster Movies still permeate our pop culture zeitgeist nearly 100 years after their creation. Frankenstein's Monster, The Bride, The Wolf Man, Dracula - each name conjures up monstrous black and white visions. So after a recent visit to Universal Studios Hollywood where we got some face time with Frankenstein and The Bride, and walked on Stage 12 where these famous Monster Movies were filmed, we decided to watch all 8 Frankenstein films! It's the U-MCU (Universal Monsters Cinematic Universe)!   In this episode we go over each Frankenstein film, spanning the years 1931-1948, and share the many fun facts we learned, including revelations on the score and film music in general. How do these films connect with Disney, Star Wars, and The Monkees?? What is their legacy? Let's dive in! IT'S ALIVE! IT'S ALIVE!!!   Movies Discussed   Frankenstein - November 21, 1931 Bride of Frankenstein - April 20, 1935 Son of Frankenstein - January 13, 1939 The Ghost of Frankenstein - March 13, 1942 Frankenstein Meets the Wolfman - March 12, 1943 House of Frankenstein - February 16, 1945  House of Dracula - December 7, 1945 Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein - June 1948   Bibliography   https://cinescores.dudaone.com/an-interview-with-franz-waxman https://bachtrack.com/feature-franz-waxman-retrospective-film-game-music-month-may-2017 https://www.sfcv.org/articles/review/franz-waxmans-electrifying-score-bride-frankenstein Main Title Theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6YdXvI0IAk Suite: ​​https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=NFeQdpDRYXg Presenting The Bride: https://johndadlez.com/MP3/BrideOfFrankenstein/09_PTB_TE.mp3 https://michaelshapiro.com/frankenstein/#:~:text=Unlike%20The%20Bride%20of%20Frankenstein,badly%20in%20need%20of%20music. https://www.chandos.net/chanimages/Booklets/MP3747.pdf https://www.naxos.com/MainSite/BlurbsReviews/?itemcode=8.570188&catnum=570188&filetype=AboutThisRecording&language=English   Today in Star Wars History - 10/21/1956   We want to wish our princess, Carrie Fisher a Happy 68th birthday!   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLkTyyXplDs   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Are you ready for a Super-Sized 50th COLLECTORS ISSUE with ALL of your favorite Star Wars characters?? This is it -  “The Crimson Forever!” from 1981. Luke has come down with a deadly virus and it's up to Leia, Lando and Chewbacca to save his life. If only they, like us, can keep track of two red jewels…   Richard and Sarah break down this classic Marvel Star Wars comic and go through each comic page - commenting on artwork, storytelling, and connections to current Star Wars projects like ANDOR and AHSOKA.   We recommend watching the video version of this episode on YouTube which contains the full comic as we page through it.      #50 “THE CRIMSON FOREVER"   Release Date: May 19, 1981 Writer: Archie Goodwin Artwork: Al Williamson, Walt Simonson, Tom Palmer Cover Art:  Tom Palmer   Luke Skywalker has contracted a deadly virus known as The Crimson Forever from a large red crystal. This virus leaves its victims with blood red eyes, red skin, and slows down your life functions until it just kills you.    Leia remembers a story Han told her about red crystals and summons Lando and Chewbacca back to their new base. Chewbacca retells the story of how he and Han were captured and forced to retrieve the crystals from a temple. This story may hold the answer as to saving Luke's life from this deadly illness.   We take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute!       Contact Us   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. We also bring you to Disneyland, Red Carpet Events and Theme Park Openings.   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.

Witches have flown to the pinnacle of the pop culture zeitgeist, and we are here for it!! It's the spooky season, AGATHA ALL ALONG is on Disney+, and the cackling coven is calling. Thanks to a suggestion from Skywalker Bryn McKinnon, we're going to do a breakdown of these magical women. We'll go over various myths, a brief history, and witch pop culture appearances. Why do witches fly on brooms? Who is the first witch in written history? Why do witches usually come in threes? Put on your pointed hats, grab your favorite broomstick and let's get into it…   Today in Star Wars History - 10/7/2018   Star Wars Resistance premieres on the Disney Channel with the two-part episode, “The Recruit.” This series begins six months before the events of The Force Awakens and then crosses into its timeline.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Hey Hey, it's The Monkee Men! We are thrilled to speak with Ron McNeil who created this Monkees tribute band as well as Frankee Mendonca who perfectly embodies the role of Davy Jones. We just saw them in concert and it was like watching a lost episode of The Monkees TV show. Ron and Frankee give us a peek behind the curtain and tell us what it takes to put together this show that takes its parts from the TV series and their beloved music. This is as close to having the actual Monkees (circa 1966) as we can get and they do not disappoint! Many thanks to Bryna Dambrowski for setting up this interview.   Today in Star Wars History - 9/30/2010   Verizon Wireless releases the highly anticipated limited edition DROID R2-D2 by Motorola. The phone was available for $249 after a $100 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement.     SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

The first Disney+ MCU spinoff - AGATHA ALL ALONG - is here! Richard and Sarah share a comprehensive breakdown of Episode 1 & 2 - our thoughts, musical cues, comic book origins, and all the overt connections to THE WIZARD OF OZ. We are in love with this show!! It is dense with detail, fantastic writing, and a mysterious, witchy tone.  Which witch is your favorite? Join our coven down the witches' road and tell us more!   Today in Star Wars History - 9/23/2007   The sixth season of Family Guy kicks off with the Star Wars spoof special, “Blue Harvest.” The episode's name is a reference to the working title for Revenge of the Jedi.   Peter retells Star Wars beginning with Episode IV to his family during a blackout. At the end, when the power returns, everyone thanks Peter for keeping them entertained, though Chris accuses Peter of ripping off the Star Wars episode of Robot Chicken. Peter replies with, "not a fan." Chris Griffin is voiced by Seth Green, co-creator of Robot Chicken.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

This episode is dedicated to James Earl Jones - the man behind the booming voice of Darth Vader, a lion King, and so many more. In this episode, Richard and Sarah have gathered together obscure sound bytes, fun facts, and share YOUR favorite James Earl Jones quotes. We may even share some Top Ten Lists and Sesame Street moments. Let's celebrate the life of a man who has impacted all of us.   Today in Star Wars History - 9/16/1977   The Making of Star Wars as told by C-3PO and R2-D2 airs on ABC-TV. The hour-long special is hosted by C-3PO (Anthony Daniels) and R2-D2. This behind-the-scenes special features film footage intercut with R2 and 3PO as they go through different scenes in the making of Star Wars. They begin by watching the ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theater as they, along with Darth Vader, put their footprints in cement. The man inside the Vader suit, Bryce Eller, talks about this moment in Skywalking Through Neverland Episodes 236-237.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

It's FREAKY FRIDAY 1977 vs. FREAKY FRIDAY 2003!! Seeing Jodie Foster & Lindsay Lohan introduce Jamie Lee Curtis at the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony this year, plus the title announcement for 2025's FREAKIER FRIDAY, inspired a rewatch of these films. So why not do a podcast episode comparing them?? Courtney and Kelly Turckel (Neverland Clubhouse) join us to compare each film. What were our nostalgic memories? How did each handle the body swap, the crush, the little brother? Did the big climactic moment measure up? And how did the 2003 version update the original? This is guaranteed to be a freaky conversation! (If you've seen the 1977 version, you'll agree!)   Today in Star Wars History - 9/9/1977   After thirteen weeks on the Billboard 200 chart, the Star Wars Soundtrack peaks at the #2 position. It is topped by Fleetwood Mac's album, Rumours.    The 2-LP soundtrack, released by 20th Century Fox, is released in June and goes on to become certified Gold and Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. It goes on to sell 4 million copies and becomes the best-selling symphonic album of all time.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

We celebrate the 10th anniversary of the novel, Star Wars: A New Dawn, by John Jackson Miller! Published on September 2, 2014, this book details the first meeting of Hera Syndulla and Kanan Jarrus which led to the series premiere of STAR WARS REBELS. A New Dawn marks the first novel published under the rebooted Star Wars canon - and all the previous Expanded Universe novels were rebranded “Legends”. What is the legacy of this novel? How does it hold up today? And where is Chopper?? Richard and Sarah go into the story, the legacy, and also share clips from Vanessa Marshall (voice of Hera) and Dave Filoni, who wrote the foreword to this novel. Let's go back in time 10 years, Skywalkers!   Today in Star Wars History - 9/2/2014   The novel, Star Wars: A New Dawn, by John Jackson Miller, is published!   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Do you recall Prince Denid from THE LAST JEDI? Do you remember Luke's red-bladed lightsaber, or his tryst with an Imperial captain? No? Then I'm wondering if you know THE LAST JEDI at all! In this episode we will breakdown Marvel Star Wars comic issue #49: "The Last Jedi" (1981)!! Mark Hamill even tweeted that this comic contains spoilers for the 2017 film. So does it? Let's find out, with Richard and Sarah!         #49 “THE LAST JEDI"   Release Date: April 21, 1981 Writer: Mike W. Barr Artwork: Walt Simonson, Tom Palmer Cover Art:  Walt Simonson   Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker and the droids bring Prince Denid and his guardian Jedi-diah, a Force-wielder who refused the call to be a Jedi knight, to the planet Velmor. There, Denid will take his rightful place on the throne before his Imperial-sympathizer brother is appointed.    Will he make it in time before the Empire can assassinate him and the Rebel heroes? It all comes down to the Star Wars Hunger Games!   As usual, we take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute!       Contact Us   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. We also bring you to Disneyland, Red Carpet Events and Theme Park Openings.   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!SaveSave

This D23: Ultimate Fan Event 2024 celebrated The Sherman Brothers in a big way. They have contributed so much to Disney's legacy, so we wanted to take this episode to pay our own special tribute to them. Walt Disney hired Richard and Robert Sherman in 1960 to be the Walt Disney Studios ONLY in-house composers, and they worked on such classics like Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, The Parent Trap, “The Tiki, Tiki, Tiki Room”, “it's a small world after all”, and hundreds more. Richard and Sarah give a brief history of the Sherman Brothers and share our personal stories meeting Richard Sherman.    Then, sit back and listen to the entire “Road To Cherry Tree Lane: Walt Disney's Mary Poppins” panel, recorded at D23 2024. Disney music historian Randy Thornton hosted this panel in which he shares how Walt's daughters Diane and Sharon, Davy Crockett, Disneyland/Vista Records, and Annette Funicello were all crucial intersections on “The Road to Cherry Tree Lane ” and Walt Disney's Mary Poppins. You'll hear some great history, and also audio excerpts from the story meetings between the Sherman Brothers and P.L. Travers - writer of Mary Poppins books. If you watch this episode on YouTube, you'll see a slideshow of images to go along with the panel.   Prepare yourself, because the tributes continue! During the D23 Disney Parks Showcase panel at The Honda Center on 8/10/24, Meghan Trainor stepped onstage to sing "Feed The Birds", and we've included an excerpt here.   Today in Star Wars History - 8/19/1973   Happy Birthday Ahmed Best! For the Star Wars Prequels, Ahmed Best provided the motion capture and voice for Jar Jar Binks who was the first fully-computer-generated supporting character in a feature film.    He also provided the voice for Jar Jar in Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series and has a cameo as Achk Med-Beq in Attack of the Clones.    Ahmed returned to the Star Wars saga in a flashback to Order 66 in The Mandalorian episode, “Chapter 20: The Foundling,” He is the Jedi Kelleran Beq who saves Grogu. Best had previously appeared as Kelleran Beq when he hosted the children's game show, Jedi Temple Challenge.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Welcome to Part 2 of our D23 discussion! After attending the entire weekend and all the big Disney Showcase panels, we sat down with Courtney & Kelly Turckel (Neverland Clubhouse) and Joey Pittman (Disney Universe Podcast) to record this roundtable into the wee hours of the morning. This Part 2 discussion includes:   Disney Parks Showcase Deadpool crashes the party Avenger's Campus updates Avatar coming to DCA Villains Land and Cars update at Magic Kingdom Tropical Americas with Encanto and Indiana Jones coming to Animal Kingdom Smuggler's Run getting Mandalorian and Grogu update Legends Ceremony Harrison Ford Frank Oz John Williams Jamie Lee Curtis Miley Cyrus & more Overall experience wrap-up   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Is your head still swimming from all the D23 2024 news?? We will happily break it all down for you in 2 episodes! After attending the entire weekend and all the big Disney Showcase panels, we sat down with Courtney & Kelly Turckel (Neverland Clubhouse) and Joey Pittman (Disney Universe Podcast) to record this roundtable into the wee hours of the morning. Part 1 discussion includes:   D23 2024 Disney Entertainment Showcase Lucasfilm Marvel Disney+ National Geographic Disney Animation Disney Live Action Overall Show Floor Experiences Pros and Cons of the convention Disney Parks Showcase - just the opening. This discussion continues in Part 2.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

LFG with Deadpool & Wolverine!! In this episode, we discuss the film that broke all R-rated box office records and made $444 billion in its opening weekend - DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE. We'll give our opinions, explain some cameos, and share sound bytes from Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman about their beloved characters. We also have some behind-the-scenes info from D&W composer Rob Simonsen, courtesy of San Diego Comic-Con! This is an in-depth, awesome discussion so YES, there will be SPOILERS.   Today in Star Wars History - 7/31/2001   Luke Skywalker and Mara Jade become parents to Ben Skywalker in The New Jedi Order: Edge of Victory II: Rebirth, written by Greg Keyes. This is the second book of The New Jedi Order duology that is contained within the 19-part New Jedi Order series.    Mark Hamill: "Pablo Hidalgo just told me about this. It doesn't surprise me. Somebody's using their head. George had talked about me handing Excalibur down to the ‘new young hopefuls' if there ever was a sequel trilogy. it makes sense that Ben ends up being the most influential person in Luke's life. I'm glad the caretakers are doing such a good job with the galaxy."    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Our ACOLYTE breakdown continues! THE ACOLYTE marks the 5th live-action Disney+ Star Wars series. We've seen the entire first season, so now it's time to share our educated review. We invited Mike Celestino (Laughing Place/ Who's the Bossk) to join us in sharing our favorite moments, surprises, and cameos. What is Qimir's relationship with Darth Plagueis? Should season 2 be R-rated? Will there be a season 2? And did the soundtrack by Michael Abels stand the test of time? Tell us if you agree with our assessment.   If you haven't already, listen to Part 1 of our series review with creature performer & actor Dee Tails (Rogue One, Solo, The Force Awakens). He played Senator Chuwant and had some great behind-the-scenes stories.   Today in Star Wars History - 7/22/1976   Lucasfilm Head of Marketing, Charles Lippincott, presents the panel, “The Star Wars: A preview w/ Roy Thomas, Howard Chaykin, and Charles Lippincott” at San Diego Comic-Con International.    Marvel comic writer Thomas and artist Chaykin follow the slide show with a Q&A. The Chaykin poster sells for $1.75, (You can get it on Ebay right now   for $6,195!)  According to Lippincott, this presentation starts the tradition of announcing and marketing films at San Diego Comic-Con.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Creature performer & actor Dee Tails (Rogue One, Solo, The Force Awakens) joins us to talk about his role as Senator Chuwant and shooting the finale for THE ACOLYTE! He upheld a J.J. Abrams tradition when playing this character - do you know what it is? You can meet Dee at our Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics panel at San Diego Comic-Con, and he will also be signing on July 29 during the Virtual Cantina tour at Scum & Villainy in Hollywood.     We planned on having Dee on the same show as our ACOLYTE breakdown with Mike Celestino (Laughing Place / Who's The Bossk) but there was so much to each part that we separated them and our full breakdown will come out in just a few days. Stay tuned!   Today in Star Wars History - 7/21/1978   Due to its overwhelming popularity, the theatrical run for Star Wars extends another seven weeks. Although some may call this a re-release, however it was never pulled from theaters. Fun Facts:   A new poster is created for this extended release featuring artwork by Charlie White III and Drew Struzan.                               A monaural audio mix with extra lines of dialogue and sound effects was included in these additional prints. Extra dialogue includes C-3PO's line about cutting the Death Star's tractor beam to allow the Millennium Falcon to leave, and the Stormtrooper shouting to “Close the blast doors,” while chasing Han Solo and Chewbacca through the Death Star corridors. Before this we only heard “Open the blast doors!”    The number of film prints totals 1,756 for this release which is an industry record. 300 more prints is added the next week which is the first time a film played in more than 2,000 theaters.    Because of a clause in their contract, the only theater to continue playing Star Wars following the seven week extension is the Westgate Theater outside of Portland, Oregon. Following the 76 week run, Star Wars continues there until 11/07/1978.    SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Craig Miller is back to tell us about his new book, More Movie Memories. Craig worked in publicity and marketing on Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back, but in his new book he shares stories about working on films like Superman 2, Heavy Metal, The Muppets Take Manhattan, and The Hand. Did you know Craig was present at a taping of The Dick Van Dyke Show??? This blew our minds and we had to ask him about that! We only scratched the surface in our conversation so we highly suggest picking up More Movie Memories!   Look for Craig Miller and his new book at San Diego Comic-Con (July 25-28) and at BIGS in Fullerton (July 30) for Boonta Eve: Special Edition Anaheim.   Today in Star Wars History - 7/15/20126   Star Wars Celebration Europe III begins in London, England. The convention, held at the ExCeL center, continues through July 17th. Highlights include   Alden Ehrenreich is introduced for the first time as Han Solo in the upcoming (then) untitled Han Solo Star Wars Story. Panel for “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” - Gwendoline Christie (Captain Phasma) hosts the panel that features cast, crew, an exclusive sizzle reel, and a new trailer. Ben Mendelsohn appears in costume as Director Krennic flanked by two Death Troopers. “Future Filmmakers Discussion” - Lucasfilm Story Group's Pablo Hidalgo hosts the panel that discusses what the future holds for Star Wars. Guests include Kathleen Kennedy, Rian Johnson, Chris Miller and Phil Lord.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Celebrate Indiana Jones' 125th birthday with an Indiana Jones location tour! Justin Smith (Downtown Toon Town) shares his experience on the Indiana Jones Fortune and Glory location tour - a bus tour that visited all the filming locations for the original Indiana Jones trilogy located in the San Francisco Bay Area, as well as the Lucasfilm offices at The Presidio.  Justin has the unbeatable record of seeing Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny 52 times in the theater, and is the biggest Indiana Jones fan we know. He is the perfect guest to share this experience. Locations visited: Steps of Washington DC (Raiders of the Lost Ark) Indiana Jones' house (Raiders) Water plane to Nepal (Raiders) Shanghai Chase scene (Temple of Doom) Nang Tao Airport (Temple of Doom) Berlin Airport (Last Crusade) Motorcycle chase (Last Crusade)   Show Links: Justin Smith's Tour Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdKNTi-Lh9Y  California Jones on Instagram Tour creator Eugene Shin - you can follow his art at LostDeltaOutpost   Today in Star Wars History - 7/7/2012                             The inaugural Course of the Force Lightsaber relay begins at the Santa Monica pier and ends at the San Diego convention center on July 11th in time for Comic-Con, raising money for Make-A-Wish Foundation.      SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

Imagine an alternate universe where another set of podcasters were also breaking down classic comics. Well, that universe just collided with ours! Andrew Kilpatrick and Phil Oberholzer of the podcast THIS IS GETTING GRAPHIC join us to break down 1982's Classic Marvel Star Wars Annual #2!! I don't know when we've laughed so hard while doing a comics episode!    What does this comic issue have in common with The High Republic? Will Han Solo become the next Satab? And what would a Star Wars x Kojak cross-over look like? All these questions will be answered in this KING-SIZE EPISODE of over 2 hours long!!   We recommend watching the video version of this episode which contains the full comic as we page through it.   Star Wars Annual #2 “SHADESHINE"   Release Date: August 17, 1982 Writer: David Michelinie Artwork: Carmine Infantino, Rudi Nebres, George Roussos Cover Art:  Carmine Infantino, Rudi Nebres   Luke Skywalker, Lando Calrissian, and C-3PO evade Imperial Stormtroopers when they duck inside a palace containing a giant golden statue of Han Solo. The Rebels are puzzled until Rov Vetter Pin appears, declaring that Solo is the savior of the planet Ventooine. He activates a recording of Solo's voice which recounts the story of how Solo saved the planet.    Solo and Chewbacca were traveling to Ventooine to deal in Sansanna spice. When Solo is run out of the Cantina when he is labeled a supporter of the Satab, he saves Tieress Chrysalla, the consort to the Satab. Solo is brought back to the Satab's palace as a hero where he discovers that the Satab rules the planet through the use of a stone known as the Shade-shine.    Because of his heroics, Solo is placed in line to take the title of The Satab.  Will he be the new ruler and at what cost? Why is there a giant gold statue in the middle of this palace? And where is Chewbacca during all this?   As usual, we take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute!     FTOOM FAST FACTS   Sansanna Spice is mentioned in The Book of Boba Fett "Chapter 2: Tribes of Tatooine" and The Clone Wars, season 5 "The Revival"   The setting of an abandoned throne room with statues, and talking rocks, may have a tie to Claudia Gray's High Republic novel Into The Dark   Contact Us   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. We also bring you to Disneyland, Red Carpet Events and Theme Park Openings.   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.

John Goodson, ILM model maker & digital artist, has worked on everything from Star Trek: First Contact to the Star Wars Disney+ series. He shares his stories and behind-the-scenes knowledge with us. We also debate how Star Trek communicators work and evolved! Films and models discussed in part 2:   Star Trek: First Contact - Enterprise NCC-1701-E The Mandalorian - Razor Crest Star Wars: Special Edition Return of the Jedi: Special Edition Skeleton Crew Battleship USS Iowa Museum   We highly recommend you watch the YouTube version which contains pictures and video illustrating our discussion. You can meet John and get his autograph on August 1 during the Virtual Cantina tour when it stops in San Francisco. Part 1 of our discussion available here.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!

John Goodson, ILM model maker & digital artist, has worked on everything from the Star Wars Special Editions, Prequels & Disney+ series to Star Trek, Planet of the Apes, Transformers, and more. His filmography is so vast that this discussion is only part 1! Look for part 2 out next week.    Films and models discussed in part 1:   What inspired John to become a professional model maker   Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home filming of the whales   Back to the Future 2   Ghostbusters 2   The Phantom Menace - Republic Cruiser   Ahsoka series - San Diego Comic-Con trip with Ahsoka's T-6 shuttle   The Mandalorian - Moff Gideon Light Cruiser   We highly recommend you watch the YouTube version which contains pictures and video illustrating our discussion. You can meet John on August 1 during the Virtual Cantina tour when it stops in San Francisco.   SPONSORS   Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.   SUPPORT THE SHOW   Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.   CONTACT US   Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod   Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland   Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.   If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!   Never Land on Alderaan!