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Join Karl and Jason as they discuss all things Star Wars in the Wampa's Lair!

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    • Apr 30, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 21m AVG DURATION
    • 427 EPISODES

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    The Wampa's Lair is an exceptional Star Wars podcast that combines a deep love for the franchise with thoughtful and engaging discussions. The hosts, Jason, Karl, and Katie, have a great dynamic and their passion for Star Wars shines through in every episode. One of the best aspects of the podcast is their ability to tackle a wide range of topics related to Star Wars, from analyzing the music to diving into the deeper themes of the films. They also provide unique insights and opinions, making each episode a joy to listen to.

    Another standout aspect of The Wampa's Lair is the positivity that radiates throughout each episode. The hosts have a genuine love for all things Star Wars and approach every topic with enthusiasm and openness. Their conversations are never about bashing or criticizing certain aspects of the franchise, but rather celebrating what they love about it. This creates a refreshing and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel like you're part of the Star Wars fandom community.

    While there aren't many negative aspects to mention about The Wampa's Lair, one possible drawback is that some episodes can veer off into tangents or become overly focused on personal anecdotes. While these moments can be enjoyable and add personality to the show, they may not always appeal to listeners who are strictly looking for in-depth discussions about Star Wars.

    In conclusion, The Wampa's Lair is an outstanding podcast for any Star Wars fan. With its engaging conversations, diverse range of topics, and uplifting atmosphere, it provides an excellent platform for fans to explore their love for the franchise while also gaining new insights and perspectives. Whether you're a casual viewer or a die-hard fan, this podcast is sure to entertain and inform you with its fun and insightful discussions about all things Star Wars.



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    Ep.605 – Return Of The Sith

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 76:15


    Revenge of the Sith has had its 20th Anniversary re-release and we have to talk about it!  Natalie (The Empire Strikes Nat) and Tiara (Crafting on Ilum) join us once again as we relive the moments, big and small, on the big screen.  From new insights to fun easter eggs we find it all!  Here's to 20 more years of this fantastic movie!

    Ep.604 – Revenge of the Hype

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 64:35


    The 20th Anniversary of Revenge of the Sith is nearly upon us so the Wampa's Lair has decided to turn back the clock!  Join us as we revisit the early months of 2005 and explore all the hype leading up to the theatrical release.  Trailers, novels, action figures, lightsaber spoons, and so much more!  This is where the fun begins!

    Ep.603 – Ahsoka Clone Wars Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 89:52


    We finish our discussion of Ahsoka's journey by going back to the beginning where it all started in the Clone Wars!  Tiara from Crafting on Illum returns once again to help us break down Ahsoka's journey from new padawan, coming into her own leadership skills, and finally making that fateful decision to walk away from the Jedi Order.  She started out as Snips and now she's standing tall in all of our hearts!

    Ep.602 – Ahsoka Rebels Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 78:38


    I am no Jedi!  We continue our breakdown of Ahsoka's journey with her time in the Rebels Era with returning guest Steph Orme!  From emerging as Fulcrum and mentoring Kanan, to confronting her worst fears of who Anakin has become, we dive into all of it.  Ahsoka's resilience is inspiring so join us as we accompany her on this leg of her journey.

    Ep.601 – Ahsoka New Republic Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 96:50


    Ahsoka Tano has become such a beloved character that has been brought to us over three distinct eras in Star Wars and we are going to track her journey through each of them!  Jen Sopchockchai Bankard of The Long Take Review Podcast joins us again as we break down Ahsoka's journey in the New Republic era.  From confronting her past, her relationship with Sabine, and speculation for the future our conversation spans it all!  So trust in the Force and join us on the first part of this adventure!

    Ep.600 – Hey, It's Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 95:39


    Is there something in Star Wars that is perfectly emblematic of you and your fandom?  Well in honor of our 600th episode we walk through some of the scenes and moments that describe our fandom best!  Please share your own moments as we celebrate this milestone episode!

    Ep.599 – Top 10 Lightsaber Duels Pt.2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 83:22


    It is obvious this contest cannot be decided by our knowledge of the Force, but by our skills with a lightsaber.  It's time to finish counting down our Top 10 Lightsaber Duels in all of Star Wars!  Whether from film, TV, or animation there are so many amazing options to choose from.  So grab your saber and let's go!

    Ep.598 – Top 10 Lightsaber Duels Pt.1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 79:09


    This weapon is your life, so grab your lightsaber and get ready for action on this episode of The Wampa's Lair podcast!  From the films, animation, and TV shows we are counting down our Top 10 Lightsaber Duels and are so excited to share our numbers 10-6 with you in Part 1 of this 2 part series!

    Ep.597 – Celebration Japan Artists

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 95:55


    Star Wars Celebration always brings incredible art that highlights our favorite moments and characters from across the Star Wars Saga! Candice Dailey, Brian DeGuire, Seth Groves, and Joe Hogan all have prints at the Celebration Art Show in Japan this year and join us to discuss the ins and outs of their unique pieces!

    Ep.596 – Palpatine's Evil Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 70:17


    Senator Palpatine uses some textbook maneuvers in order to name himself Emperor and George Lucas uses the story of Star Wars to show how a democracy can give way to a tyrant. Ashton Sharrett of the Space Opera Music podcast stops by to help look at how Palpatine's plans allow him to take control of a galaxy far, far away.

    Ep.595 – Top 5 Planets

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 61:37


    We're taking a tour around the galaxy and counting down our Top 5 Planets in Star Wars! From the fantastic design and ecosystem to the story purpose each location serves, we discuss all aspects of this fun topic. So grab your intergalactic passport and punch it!

    Ep.594 – Sequel Trilogy Epilogues

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 57:50


    Time to wrap up our Epilogue series by visiting the Sequel Trilogy! These movies give us definitive epilogues in a way that the previous films didn't so we look at the emotion and story points that each one brings to bear. This journey comes to an end but another one is just beginning!

    Ep.593 – Original Trilogy Epilogues

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 67:45


    Part 2 of our 3 Part Epilogue series focuses in on the Original Trilogy! The epilogues of these stories take us through the highs of victory, the resolve to heal, and the joys of ultimate triumph! So gather your friends and join our treetop party!

    Ep.592 – Prequel Trilogy Epilogues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 81:57


    We're starting at the end with a 3 part series about the Epilogues of each of the Skywalker Saga films! This episode breaks down each of the closing moments of the Prequel Trilogy. From dark schemes, somber tragedies, and a hopeful look towards the future, we hope you'll join us on this narrative journey!

    Ep.591 – Skeleton Crew Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 69:35


    Get ready for wonder and Wim-sy as we review the new Disney+ show Skelton Crew! We were delighted with this show and share our favorite moments, thoughts on the characters, and the journey home this crew of kids take. SM-33 may not remember no At Attin but we sure do!

    Ep.590 – Music By John Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 95:39


    Music by John Williams is a fantastic documentary on Disney+ and accurately describes the soundtrack playing in the heads of your hosts! We break down the highlights from the doc and express our amazement and gratitude for everything the maestro John Williams has given us over his illustrious career!

    Ep.589 – Year In Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 75:04


    2024 has been a big year in Star Wars, from 25 years of The Phantom Menace, two series on Disney+, and some animated shows! Join us as we recap the year in Star Wars and get ready for whatever happens next in 2025!

    Ep.588 – Christmas Among The Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 60:27


    Join us for a Special Edition of our Wampa's Lair Christmas episode! This year we have our lovely friends Natalie and Tiara joining us to tell Star Wars Christmas stories and share collection wishes. We hope you'll join us and share in the best feelings this time of year gives us!

    Ep.587 – Clone Wars: Trespass

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 63:30


    We finish our Snow Wars discussions with an episode all about The Clone Wars Season 1 episode "Trespass!" Through snow, big Talz hugs, and escalating tensions, we discover the difference between what it means to live or die for what matters most to you.

    Ep.586 – Clone Wars: Clovis Arc

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 83:37


    We continue Snow Wars in The Wampa's Lair with a journey to Scipio and the return of Rush Clovis! An arc filled with political intrigue, interest rates, and Embo snowboarding on his hat is the recipe for the lowest point in Anakin and Padme's relationship. You won't want to miss this one!

    Ep.585 – Clone Wars: The Youngling Arc

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 67:10


    We're kicking off Snow Wars here in the Lair with our first snow themed Clone Wars arc discussion! The Youngling Arc introduces us to a group of new Jedi younglings, gives us our first look at Professor Huyang, and brings back everyone's favorite space pirate Hondo Ohnaka! Join us for the wonder and fun of this snowy story!

    Ep.584 – Grateful We Are

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 77:07


    The Wampa's Lair is getting into the Thanksgiving spirit! Friends of the show, Natalie and Tiara join us as we discuss what we're thankful for in Star Wars this year. It's a fun and cozy episode so curl up in a Tauntaun and celebrate with us!

    Ep.583 – Candice Dailey Needs A Teacher?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 56:56


    We welcome Lucasfilm licensed Star Wars artist Candice Dailey into the Wampa's Lair! We dive into her latest print "You Need a Teacher" and discuss her journey and inspirations as a Star Wars fan and artist. We had a blast talking with her and we know you'll love her too!

    Ep.582 – Holding Onto Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 63:14


    One of the best things Star Wars does is give us messages of hope. Hope for the galaxy at large and hope for every being living in it! In this episode we walk through some of our favorite moments of hope throughout the Star Wars saga! So join us! It's what this podcast and rebellions are built on!

    Ep.581 – Cultural Introductions

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 70:30


    We're taking our first steps into a larger world as we discuss the introductions of new cultures in the Star Wars universe! From meeting jittery Ewoks to clumsy Gungans there's always someone new and fascinating to meet in the Galaxy Far Far Away!

    Ep.580 – Sith, Monsters, Force Ghosts, Oh My!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 81:52


    Frights, Force Ghosts, and Fashion await you in this episode as we enjoy the spirit of the spooky season Star Wars style! Tiara from Crafting on ILUM joins us to discuss spooky moments, favorite Force Ghosts, and cosplay as we get ready to Trick or Treat across the galaxy!

    Ep.579 – Playing Star Wars

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 67:44


    How do your goofy co-hosts celebrate 13 years of The Wampa's Lair? By talking about playing Star Wars of course! We walk through the stages of our fandoms and highlight the various ways we have interacted with and played Star Wars over the years. This one is fun, so grab your lightsabers and blasters and make the jump to light speed with us!

    Ep.578 – Top 5 Chewie Moments

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 64:01


    We all need a best friend like Chewbacca so join us as we count down our Top 5 Chewie moments of all time! Get ready for a rip roaring good time and hope we get a hug from our Wookiee pal instead of getting our arms pulled out of our sockets!

    Ep.577 – Vector Prime 25th Anniversary

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 85:35


    It's the 25th Anniversary of the first book in The New Jedi Order series, Vector Prime! Join us as we revisit this milestone story and work our way through the invasion of the Yuuzhan Vong, philosophical arguments about the Force, and the fallout of the most pivotal character death in Star Wars literature. It's another family story with intergalactic consequences!

    Ep.576 – Favorite Ahsoka Tracks

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 78:24


    We wrap up our Celebration of the 1st Anniversary of Ahsoka with a dive into our Top 5 tracks from Kevin Kiner's fantastic score! This soundtrack pulls at our heartstrings, takes us on a journey, and lifts us up to heights we've never been before!

    Ep.575 – Favorite Darth Vader Quotes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 62:08


    In honor of the late, great James Earl Jones, we run down our Top 5 Darth Vader quotes of all time. From the iconic and intimidating to the defeated and moving, there's no denying the huge impact James Earl Jones had on the Galaxy Far Far Away.

    Ep.574 – Favorite Ahsoka Moments Pt.2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 77:28


    The 1 Year Anniversary celebration of Ahsoka continues as we discuss our favorite moments from the final 4 episodes of the show! We leap through the stars, forge bonds and trust the Force throughout this entire episode. And now we feel like we want to do it all over again!

    Ep.573 – Favorite Ahsoka Moments Pt.1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 71:55


    We continue our 1 Year Anniversary celebration of Ahsoka in the best way The Wampa's Lair can...with a Top 5 show! We run down our favorite moments from each of the first 4 episodes. (Plus a bonus moment.) From dramatic entrances and epic saber duels, to teachable moments ,we cover it all!

    Ep.572 – Ahsoka: One Year Later

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 67:43


    We're taking a look back at Ahsoka on the show's one year anniversary over the next few weeks so board your purrgil for a darn good time! This episode is a retrospective on many of the insights we've gleaned from the show as well as a discussion on what makes it something we keep coming back to!

    Ep.571 – Canon Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 72:40


    What exactly is Star Wars Canon? We invite author Eric Clayton (My Life with the Jedi) on the show to try and break down that question, explore the difference between Legends and the current Canon, and how our experiences shape our interpretations of both. We hope you join us for this thoughtful exploration into this huge topic!

    Ep.570 – Clone Wars: Deception Arc

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 70:11


    We're revisiting some of our favorite story arcs from Star Wars: The Clone Wars and we're kicking it off with a deceptive plot to kidnap Chancellor Palpatine! In the episodes "Deception," "Friends and Enemies," "The Box," and "Crisis on Naboo" Obi-Wan fakes his death to go undercover but runs into trouble when Anakin tries to avenge his former master's death. Everyone is deceiving everyone in this story but we won't deceive you!

    Ep.569 – Top 5 The Rise of Skywalker Moments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 93:09


    We've brought our own Dyad in the Force to help us count down our Top 5 moments from The Rise of Skywalker! From moments that make us laugh, to moments that make us cry, and moments that have us cheering out loud we hope you'll be with us in this fun filled episode!

    Ep.568 – The Acolyte Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 98:52


    The Acolyte finale is upon us and there is so much to unravel and discuss that we can't do it alone. Tiara returns to the Lair to ask questions and get answers! Does three of us give us the power of many?

    Ep.567 – Choice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 67:02


    Choice and consequences are on display in the latest episode of Star Wars: Acolyte! We're here to weigh in on those choices and discuss some of the answers given in the penultimate episode of this story.

    Ep.566 – Teach/Corrupt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 78:32


    Our Acolyte journey continues as we are joined by Tiara of Crafting on Ilum once again to discuss the latest episode of The Acolyte: Teach/Corrupt! From the tempting of Osha, to the discovery if Mae and everything in between we break it down! Just give us some answers!

    Ep.565 – Acolyte: Day To Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 84:07


    Who is that Stranger?! Join us as we dive into episodes 4 and 5 of The Acolyte! Things get wild, enemies are revealed and the mystery deepens. So find your tracker and discover our thoughts in this episode!

    Ep.564 – Hello There

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 68:45


    Hello there! We are joined once again by Star Wars artist Joe Hogan to discuss his latest print "Hello There." We get the story behind the print as we talk about some of our favorite Obi-Wan Kenobi moments from Star Wars: The Clone Wars!

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