Who Shot First? A Star Wars Controversy Podcast

Happy Star Wars Podcast Day! We are back with another topical episode about the representation of the Tusken Tribesmen on Tatooine in The Book of Boba Fett. Ethan And Alex talk about how the Tuskens get humanized from their earlier interpretations, how they are obviously representative of Native Americans and how they are discarded when they no longer served the plot. Is this acceptable? Is being better but not great good enough? All these questions and more on this weeks episode. We are celebrating Star Wars Podcast Day 2022! In honor of the first Star Wars Podcast released on this day, Jedi Talks, we are joining a legion of other Star Wars podcasters to celebrate Podcasting about Star Wars. Follow the Hashtag #StarWarsPodcastDay or #SWPD2022 to find all the podcasts involved. Here are the links to the articles we used in this months episode. https://gizmodo.com/how-the-book-of-boba-fett-evolved-star-wars-view-of-the-1848361263 https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/book-of-boba-fest-tusken-raider-deaths-originally-much-worse-temuera-morrison.html/ https://www.escapistmagazine.com/the-book-of-boba-fett-episode-2-review-the-tribes-of-tatooine/

We Stand with the LGTBQ+ Star Wars fandom. On today's episode Ethan and Alex talk about the first High Republic era game to be made is given to a studio with a plethora of issues. We talk about the accusations of Bigotry, Racism and Sexism. We then talk about how Disney continues to fail it's most marginalized fans as they refuse to take stands about important issues. Here are the links to the articles that we used in the episode. https://screenrant.com/star-wars-eclipse-quantic-dream-david-cage-bad/ https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2018-01-14-david-cage-and-quantic-dream-shocked-by-allegations-of-unhealthy-studio-culture

On today's episode, Alex and Ethan take a deep dive into the subtle microaggressions that were put on the character of Finn in The Force Awakens that might not have been seen by non-people of color. We are 2 white men talking about the problems with the portrayal of People of Color in the Star Wars Universe. We by no means speak for people or color. These are our own perceptions and would like to elevate other voices so that they may be heard. Here are the links to the powerful articles we used in today's episode. https://www.thestreet.com/opinion/despite-what-you-ve-heard-disney-s-star-wars-the-force-awakens-is-racist-13408065 https://medium.com/fan-fare/the-force-awakens-and-the-story-of-finn-ee9e325d8c37 https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/rey-finn-romance-removed-from-star-wars-the-force-awakens-novelization

We are back after a short break with a new release schedule of once a month. On today's episode, Alex, Ethan and Sarah welcome Chris Ryons of Broaxium to talk about the false marketing of Finn to the African American Community for The Force Awakens. Was it a bait and switch? A bait and wait? Was Finn ever given the opportunity that was shown in the trailers? Find out all this and more on episode!.

On today's episode, Alex and Sarah talk about the lighter controversy of are the Ewoks good or bad? Are they beneficial to Return of the Jedi or simply a marketing device to sell toys?

Today we talk about the issue of domestic abuse representation in The Clone Wars. Rush Clovis hits on Padme and brings out all of the jealousy and anger from Anakin leading to a confrontation. Is this appropriate for children? Did they do it well? Correspondent Sarah returns to talk about this issue and bring new ideas to light.

#UnwhitewastTBB On today's episode we welcome Andrés from @SithtyMinutes to talk about the current controversy surrounding The Bad Batch tv show. Why do clones of a Maori man look like white people? Why does a white man voice people of color? Why is the one character that is voiced by a Jewish woman shows all the subtle signs of antisemitism? All this and much more where we called in the whole crew of Alex, Ethan and Correspondent Sarah. Check out this carrd made by tumbler user Clonehub UnwhitewashTBB. Here are the other sources we used in the Episode https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/days-gone-actor-claims-its-often-too-expensive-to-hire-native-voice-actors/ https://www.cbr.com/star-wars-bad-batch-return-jedi-ableism/ https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com/2021/08/02/supercrips-solidarity-and-crip-families-in-the-bad-batch/ https://annessarose.medium.com/sinophobia-in-star-wars-animation-603e70ba74ef https://unwhitewashthebadbatch.carrd.co/

Alex flies solo on this reaction to the newest Bad Batch episode where we see an end to the Clone Wars Kamino era and dig the hole a little deeper with the Unwhitewashing The Bad Batch.

TW: Domestic Abuse On today's episode, correspondent Sarah Returns to help us dissect the romantic/toxic relationship of Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala. We talk about all things from does Anakin Gaslight Padme, does he abuse her or is it all just a tragic love story. We even discuss the fan theory of Padme being under the Jedi Mind Trick. Links from the podcast https://padawanlost.tumblr.com/ https://problemsacrossthestars.wordpress.com/ https://www.inverse.com/article/22510-anakin-skywalker-love-dark-side-padm-amidala-star-wars-prequels https://insidethemagic.net/2019/12/star-wars-padme-theory-tm1/ https://www.cbr.com/star-wars-padme-and-anakin-no-sense/ https://aminoapps.com/c/star-wars/page/blog/anakin-explained-4-12-relationship-with-padme/beFo_uBkvmoPlNQKE3bwDNwgNNbwrB

Ethan returns to talk about the latest episode of The Bad Batch and how it keeps having problems with timelines. Also stick around until the end for a Special announcement about one of our upcoming episodes!! hTWCcgrLo0E2eVx8Lqj2

IT'S OUR 25th EPISODE!! In honor of such a wonderful achievement we will be diving into one of our most controversial topics, Padme Amidala. In today's episode we talk about Padme Amidala and debate whether she stays the amazing character she is introduced as in The Phantom Menace or if she suffers from a bit of sexist writing in the prequel ending Revenge of the Sith. Correspondent Sarah made an appearance so as to make sure Padme is properly represented. Let us know your thoughts! Articles quoted in the episode https://www.bustle.com/p/padme-amidala-deserved-better-in-star-wars-episode-ii-attack-of-the-clones-57732 https://lancemannion.typepad.com/wired_critics/2016/05/oconnell-star-wars-heroines.html https://www.wired.com/story/star-wars-padme-amidala/ https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/why-attack-of-the-clones-is-the-worst-star-wars-movie-and-one-of-the-worst-movies-ever/slidelist/58871738.cms#slideid=58871733 https://www.cracked.com/article_16587_hollywoods-5-saddest-attempts-at-feminism.html https://screenrant.com/star-wars-padme-amidala-biggest-plot-holes-no-sense/

Correspondent Sarah fills in for Ethan as we talk about Episodes 12 and 13 of The Bad Batch. We discuss the poor reaction to the most recent episode 'Infested' and why we care about the problems we see in Star Wars if we are supposed Star Wars Fans.

Welcome back to Part 2 of our thoughts on Attack of the clones.

Due to scheduling conflicts, Ethan was unable to be on this weeks episode but never fear! Correspondent Sarah is here to save the day. Alex and Sarah talk about their thoughts on the latest episode of The Bad Batch.

Today we bring in correspondent Sarah to defend the film Attack of the Clones that both Ethan and Alex have as the bottom of the barrel of Star Wars films. This will be in 2 parts as we have a lot to say about the film. Enjoy the episode and next week we will drop an extra episode of part 2 so the wait isn't so long.

Ethan and Alex continue to discuss their disappointment in the direction of The Bad Batch and how it is mimicking The Mandalorian Season 1 in all the wrong ways.

Ethan and Alex both lose their minds at how predictable and unfulfilling this weeks episode of The Bad Batch is. UnWhitewash the Bad Batch.

On today's episode we talk about the new found passion for the 4 hour cut of Revenge of the Sith that is rumored to be in existence. We also go on a few small side tangents about The Justice League and The Snyder Cut. Does it really exist? Should it be released if it does? All this and more.

Alex dives deeper into his sadness of The Bad Batch being The Clone Wars Season 8 while Ethan starts seeing a brighter future with the best episode yet.

Ethan enjoyed this weeks episode as Alex continues to loose faith in the long term story telling of Star Wars Animation and Star Wars itself. We also continue to bang the drum for a timeline of events for how long time has passed.

In today's Episode, Ethan and Alex discuss their true feelings of the Phantom Menace. Though it may not sound like it in this episode, Alex has The Phantom Menace as the best Prequel movie. We are not super kind but we are also not mean to this movie. Alex tried to look at it through the eyes of a child and it turned out to be better than expected. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening.

Back again with a new reaction episode to the newest Bad Batch episode. We go down the rabbit hole of a timeline of events in the Bad Batch series. We also talk about the happy return of the Sisters and that one joke.

Happy Memorial Day! Alex and Ethan talk about the good and bad of the newest episode of The Bad Batch. We talk about the whole that Disney keeps digging with whitewashing. We also talk about the need to give a detailed backstory to everything in Star Wars whether it is necessary or not.

Happy Second Star Wars day!! Today is the day the original Star Wars A New Hope debuted in theaters back in 1977. In honor of this, our episode today talks about politics in Star Wars Revenge of the Sith. Many people have complained recently about how Star Wars has become political. Well Ethan and Alex are here to talk about how Revenge of the Sith was actually controversial when it first came out because of the perceived political overtones. Moral of the story is that Star Wars has always been political. Links to the Sources we used: https://www.nytimes.com/2005/05/19/movies/latest-star-wars-movie-is-quickly-politicized.html https://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/movies/star-wars-saga-ends-with-jab-at-bushs-empire-20050517-gdlbvc.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sith-invites-bush-comparisons/ https://www.today.com/popculture/new-star-wars-anti-bush-flick-wbna7750917 https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-2005-05-18-0505180309-story.html

Join us in our convoluted and discombobulated discussion about the 4th episode of the Bad Batch where we cover all topics from Wrecker as a dad, Fenic Shand's Age and why does Dave Feloni seem to keep repeating himself. All that and More!

On today's Bonus reaction Alex and Ethan discuss the Bad Batch Episode Replacements. We discuss whether this episode was filler, if anyone noticed the Empire Strikes Back call back and Alex goes on a 5 minute rant about how this is not for kids. You have been warned.

In today's episode Ethan and Alex discuss their own personal rankings of all 11 Star Wars Films. We are taking a page out of @GrandMoffTalkin's book and giving our biased opinions on all of the films, both episodic and side story. If you prefer our both sides of the story bit, you probably should skip this episode as we truly let our feelings fly. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a rating or review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening. Here is Alex's Ranking: 1. Last Jedi 2. Empire Strikes Back 3. Rogue One 4. Return of the Jedi 5. A New Hope 6. Solo 7. The Force Awakens 8. Revenge of the Sith 9. The Phantom Menace 10. The Rise of Skywalker 11. Attack of the Clones Here is Ethan's Ranking 1. Empire Strikes Back 2. Rogue One 3. Revenge of the Sith 4. Return of the Jedi 5. A New Hope 6. The Force Awakens 7. Solo 8. The Last Jedi 9. The Phantom Menace 10. Attack of the Clones 11. The Rise of Skywalker

We are back with out bonus episode reactions of Star Wars TV shows. We begin again with Ethan and Alex reacting to the first two episodes of the hit Disney+ show The Bad Batch. Alex even drops a bomb of a hot take that will likely go nuclear if anyone actually listens. Thanks for listening and be sure to give us a rating and review!

In honor of May the 4th we are releasing an episode early this week where Ethan and Alex give their unfiltered thoughts on the hit animated show The Clone Wars (2008). We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly arcs that can be found. We even dive in a little to The Bad Batch which is also premiering today. Alex is against. Ethan is for. Let the debate begin.

Enjoy our new intro! On today's episode, Alex and Ethan Welcome back Shameem to the podcast and talk about the controversy of Dave Feloni and George Lucas changing the history and culture of Mandalorians. By changing how they were portrayed in the Clone Wars from what was portrayed in the books a firestorm was created. Many might believe that the controversy is over, as Clone wars has been accepted, but still there are lingering feelings on the subject. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening.

In this Episode, Ethan takes the reigns and goes to bat for his favorite Star Wars character and tries to put forward the argument that General Grievous was done a disservice in The Clone Wars (2008) and made to look much weaker than he should have. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening.

On today's episode we take a quick side track from our Clone Wars arc to talk with Joe and Louie of @HelloTherePodc1 about the different controversies they see in Revenge of the Sith. Why does Dooku let himself be killed? Why is the dialogue of Hayden Christensen bad again? Why does Padme give up the will to live? All this and more! and go give Hello There Podcast a listen on whatever podcast listening service you use.

On Today's episode, Alex and Ethan discuss what ever happened to that Clone Wars TV show that aired before Revenge of the Sith? Is it good? Is it Bad? Is it Canon? All that and more, we even dive into whether Dave Feloni Was George Lucas' first choice to head Lucasfilm Animation. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening. Here are all of the articles that were referenced in the podcast. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/genndy-tartakovsky-hotel-transylvania_n_1884046 https://screenrant.com/star-wars-clone-wars-2003-2008-comparison/ https://www.cbr.com/star-wars-clone-wars-2003-low-key-best-tv-series/ https://www.quora.com/Is-the-original-2D-Animated-Clone-Wars-Canon https://www.deviantart.com/kurvosvicky/journal/Why-I-hate-2003-Clone-Wars-407220192

On today's episode we talk about a more recent controversy surrounding the character of Cara Dune and more specifically the person who plays her, Gina Carano. We talk briefly about how we got to this situation but mainly focus on what can be done with the character of Cara Dune now that the original actor is now gone. Again, just so you know before listening, TRANS LIVES MATTER! That is not the controversy. We do not believe in the controversy surrounding the firing. We give our feelings on it and that is about it. We do not show her side. The focus must be on moving forward and making sure all are welcome in the Star Wars Fandom. That is the point of this podcast. Hate speech is not defensible. Any way, should Cara Dune be written out or recast? Alex, Ethan and correspondent Sarah Discuss all this and more on the newest episode. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening.

Alex, Ethan and Sarah discuss the controversy at the time of the return of Maul. Does dead mean dead? Is it ok because he is a good character now? Was it simply a marketing or ratting ploy? Find out on today's episode. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening.

Today in a special episode celebrating Star Wars Podcast Day Alex and Ethan welcome Blake from the Dork Wars Podcast to talk about whether the inhibitor chip helps or hurts Order 66. Alex is on the offence this time going against Ethan and Blake who like the Inhibitor Chip addition. Can Alex turn them towards the Dark? Find out in the episode! For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening.

In today's episode, Alex argues that The Clone Wars might not be super appropriate for young eyes while Ethan and Sarah come it's defense. Perhaps today's kids are more mature than in the past? Perhaps our definition of 'kid' should change? All this and more on Who Shot First?. https://warisboring.com/we-need-kids-shows-about-war/ https://starwarsprequelappreciationsociety.wordpress.com/2009/12/29/is-clone-wars-too-violent-for-the-younglings/ https://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/Movies/story?id=5589743&page=1 https://comicbook.com/starwars/2018/11/03/star-wars-the-clone-wars-disney-lucasfilm-cancelled-too-graphic/ https://screenrant.com/star-wars-darth-vader-disturbing-acts/ https://geekmom.com/2015/10/the-normalization-of-domestic-violence-in-star-wars-the-clone-wars/ https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/star-wars-the-clone-wars/user-reviews/adult?gate=1&page=1

In today's episode, Alex and Ethan chat about the controversy of whether Hayden Christensen is a horrific actor in Attack of the Clones, if he was perfect or if he played the part to the best of his abilities and was severely hampered by script and directing. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening. Here are all of the articles that were referenced in the podcast. https://www.pajiba.com/celebrities_are_better_than_you/hayden-christensen-and-the-star-wars-curse.php https://www.quora.com/Why-was-Hayden-Christensen-so-awful-in-the-Star-Wars-prequel-trilogy https://www.looper.com/14151/hollywood-wont-cast-hayden-christensen-anymore/#:~:text=Unsurprisingly%2C%20the%20Razzie%20Awards%20had,him%20without%20chuckling%20a%20little. http://www.ugo.com/movies/hayden-christensen.html https://www.grunge.com/6880/hayden-christensen-returning-star-wars-bad-idea/?utm_campaign=clip https://www.newidea.com.au/worst-actors https://nypost.com/2019/12/17/10-ways-star-wars-went-wrong-over-the-years/ https://mikeysmarvellousmedicine.com/2012/10/15/star-wars-hayden-christensen-cant-act-ruined/ https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2014/04/5_casting_mistakes_star_wars_m.html

It's time for Alex and Ethan to talk about Dialogue. Why is Attack of the clones so bad? Is it bad at all? Why can't George Lucas convey emotion? Show don't tell. We talk about the issues with the wording and if they were deliberate or just were poorly written. Enjoy.

What? Two Star Wars fans that have differencing opinions can actually talk to each other about Star Wars? Was there blood? Profanity? Hatred? None of the above? How can this be? Alex interviews Jordan Diel about Midiclorians, The Prequels, George Lucas, and much more.

Alex, Ethan and correspondent Sarah discuss that crazy finale of Season 2 of the Mandalorian. We chat about Luke Skywalker, Bo Katan, and Harry Potter?

Happy Holidays everyone! In honor of the season Alex and Ethan discuss The Original 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special. This is such an important controversy that we brought it correspondent Sarah to share her thoughts and debate Alex on the pros and cons of the Holiday Special. Sarah takes the side of it being terrible and Alex does his very best to defend it. Let us know what you think of how Alex did. It was very hard for him with the material he was given.

Alex and Ethan react to a wopper of an episode where HE returns! We talk about his return, the prospect of Grogu in peril, and what we will see in the final two episodes of Season 2

Today's episode starts our Attack of the Clones arc where we dissect all of the controversies that revolve around the second film in the prequels. Ethan and Alex talk about the general controversies and discuss the general feeling about the film. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening. Here are all of the articles that were referenced in the podcast. https://www.flickeringmyth.com/2019/05/why-attack-of-the-clones-is-the-worst-star-wars-movie/ https://awfulmovies.miraheze.org/wiki/Star_Wars:_Episode_II_%E2%80%93_Attack_of_the_Clones https://thedepauw.com/quarantine-reviews-with-jack-attack-of-the-clones/ https://io9.gizmodo.com/attack-of-the-clones-is-a-star-wars-wish-fulfillment-ch-1743553858 https://dorksideoftheforce.com/2019/05/16/star-wars-attack-clones-good-movie/ https://www.tor.com/2017/05/16/10-reasons-why-attack-of-the-clones-is-better-than-you-remember/ https://blog.blcklst.com/essential-noir-films-daren-wagar-on-star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-cd5f4e728faa https://clonecorridor.com/2015/06/09/scene-it-padme-in-the-geonosis-arena/

Here is part 2 of our special Mandalorian reaction where Alex and Ethan react to seeing Ahsoka Tano and how this will all play out in the future of Star Wars and The Mandalorian. Is Thrawn the big bad? Where is Ezra? Should Ashley Eckstein been Ahsoka instead of Rosario Dawson? All these questions and more in the new Episode.

In the first part of a two part reaction in honor of the reemergence of Ahsoka Tano, Alex Reacts to the new mandalorian episode with the newest correspondent of the show, Sarah. We talk about the impact of Ahsoka, who might be showing up later in the season, and much more. Check out Part 2 of the reaction where Alex and Ethan react.

Today we talk about the newest controversy to the Star Wars Universe surrounding The Mandalorian and Baby Yoda. We talk about how the controversy came about, certain fan's reactions to the controversy and how those within Disney have reacted. This is also the first time we introduce a new segment of ... The Mailbag! Where we read listener emails and tweets and react to them. For comments, ideas, or questions go to @whoshot1swpod or send an email to whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com Also please leave us a review on whatever source you are listening. Only one website used in this episode as reference. https://nofilmschool.com/baby-yoda-eggs

Today Ethan and Alex talk about their feelings on the newest Mandalorian Episode, The Heiress, and ask the question where is Thrawn? For comments, ideas, or questions go to @whoshot1swpod or send an email to whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com Also please leave us a review on whatever source you are listening.

In today's episode, Alex interviews a friend of his Shameem Moshrefzadeh. We talk about all things Phantom Menace, how Star Wars is for kids, Jar Jar Binks, Politics and Palpatine. Get all the positives about the Original Prequel from a bona fide fan. This wraps up our Phantom Menace arc. Onward to Attack of the Clones. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at whoshot1stswpod@gmail.com. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening.

Today Ethan and Alex talk about their feelings on the newest Mandalorian Episode, The Passenger, and the general direction of the Mandalorian series. Where are all the women? Alex also goes deep into his feelings on Baby Yoda. For comments, ideas, or questions go to @whoshot1swpod or send an email to whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com Also please leave us a review on whatever source you are listening.

Part 3 of the 3 Part Phantom Menace Controversy arc. On today's episode Ethan and Alex talk about the benefits and drawbacks of those small mitochondria called Midichlorians. Do they help the audience understand the force or do they make it more confusing? They also discuss the need to see all forms of a property to understand what is happening in one medium. For comments, ideas, or questions go to @whoshot1swpod or send an email to whoshotfirstswpod@gmail.com Also please leave us a review on whatever source you are listening. Links to articles mentioned in the Podcast https://www.vulture.com/2017/12/star-wars-prequels-midi-chlorians-defense.html http://thestarwarsheresies.blogspot.com/2012/12/why-midichlorians-matter.html https://slate.com/culture/2017/12/in-defense-of-the-phantom-menace-s-midi-chlorians.html http://thestarwarsheresies.blogspot.com/2012/12/why-midichlorians-matter.html https://fansided.com/2019/12/12/star-wars-midichlorians-explained/ https://io9.gizmodo.com/the-real-problem-with-midichlorians-5478314 https://www.cbr.com/star-wars-sequel-trilogy-lucas-midi-chlorians/