WSTR is a podcast where three good friends and guests come together to discuss all things Star Wars. Whether you are new to Star Wars or a seasoned veteran, every Wednesday brings the latest in Star Wars news and fresh insights, critique, and appreciation for that galaxy far, far, away. For all your…
Todd Hoffman, Aaron Houillon, Heather Alred
The WSTR Galactic Public Access - A Star Wars Podcast is an incredible podcast that covers a wide range of topics related to Star Wars. The hosts are clearly passionate about the franchise and their love for Star Wars shines through in every episode. They cover everything from the movies, books, games, music, and even individual characters. It's a one-stop shop for all things Star Wars.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the variety of topics that are covered. Whether you're interested in deep dives into the lore and mythology of the Star Wars universe or you just want to hear some lighthearted banter about your favorite characters, this podcast has it all. The hosts are incredibly knowledgeable and provide insightful analysis on every topic they discuss. You'll learn something new with every episode.
Another great aspect of this podcast is the interviews with Star Wars personalities. The hosts have managed to secure interviews with some truly great individuals from the Star Wars community, which adds another layer of excitement to each episode. These interviews provide unique perspectives and behind-the-scenes insights that you won't find anywhere else.
As with any podcast, there may be a few downsides. Some listeners may find that the podcast occasionally veers off topic or goes on tangents that take away from the main discussion. Additionally, while the hosts are clearly passionate about Star Wars, some episodes may feel too focused on specific aspects of the franchise and may not appeal to casual fans who aren't as deeply immersed in the lore.
In conclusion, The WSTR Galactic Public Access - A Star Wars Podcast is a must-listen for any fan of Star Wars. It offers an entertaining and informative deep dive into all things related to the franchise. The hosts' passion for their subject matter is infectious and their knowledge is extensive. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just have a passing interest in Star Wars, this podcast is sure to keep you entertained for hours.
Welcome to Episode 404 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special Guest: Brandon Wainerdi! - Reviewing the experience, panels, culture, reveals, and more - The Revenge of the Sith game's wild alternate ending - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 403 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special Guest: Armand Haddad from The Cinedicate! - A retrospective look at the iconic sci-fi cult classic, Starship Troopers - Revenge of the Sith falls just short of $1 billion - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 402 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - The story of Star Wars' unofficial holiday - What do we love about Star Wars and hope to see in the future? - Revenge of the Sith passes $900 million worldwide - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 401 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Hidden gems in the Revenge of the Sith soundtrack - Is Andor Season 2 worth the hype? - Top news from Star Wars Celebration - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 400 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - The 400th episode of WSTR! - Unpacking the tragic death of Padme Amidala - Zero Company - the next big Star Wars video game - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 399 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Taking a closer look at Queen Amidala's successor - Original cut of A New Hope to be screened in London this summer - Jim Cummings teases new appearance by Hondo Ohnaka - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 398 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Checking out all the new in-universe technology introduced in Revenge of the Sith! - Tales of the Underworld announced - John Boyega calls out bigoted Star Wars fans - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 397 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - The Dirty Jobs of Star Wars: who cleans up after battles? Who gets bugs off starship windshields? - Star Wars voice actor Clive Revill dead at 94 - Andor Season 2 trailer breakdown - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 396 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Shining the spotlight on the mysterious Jedi Master Sifo-Dyas! - George Lucas to present Empire for Turner Classic Movies - "The Mandalorian and Grogu" cost over $160 million to make - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 395 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - What was the Sun Crusher? What were they thinking? - "Star Wars: Underworld" would have cost $40 million - General Grievous before he was a cyborg was... cooler? - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 394 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Taking a closer look at another Cantina species: Arcona! - The original, unaltered version of A New Hope was briefly streaming on Roku - Celebration Japan announces 4 major panels - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 393 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Reviewing the second half of Skeleton Crew - Will we get another season? - Revenge of the Sith returns to theaters 20 years later - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 392 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - A deep dive on Viceroy Nute Gunray - The unusual origin of Gunray's name - Why it's the perfect time for an Old Republic series - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 391 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Carla and Heather rate the top Star Wars relationships - Can AI make a better Star Wars movie than Disney? - Daisy Ridley confident in Rey script - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 390 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - The John Williams documentary on Disney+ - How important is Star Wars music to John Williams' career? - New Bad Batch and Mon Mothma novels announced - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 389 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Taking a closer look at Jon "Dutch" Vander AKA Gold Leader - Did The Acolyte kill Skeleton Crew (and the Star Wars brand)? - Star Wars figure auction brings in $1.45 million - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 388 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - How producer Robert Watts helped make Star Wars possible - Ryan Gosling in talks to join Shawn Levy's Star Wars movie - Who trained Jod Na Nawood? - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 387 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Looking back and to the future of Star Wars - Bad news for the future of Skeleton Crew - Jar Jar returns... in the least likely place - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 386 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: author Brandon Wainerdi! - What it's like to write and research the offical Star Wars Encyclopedia - Knights of the Old Republic could be the next Star Wars show - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 385 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Reviewing the first half of Skeleton Crew Season One - Star Wars should have had its most confident year ever - why didn't it? - Ubisoft has fixed everything wrong with Star Wars Outlaws - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 384 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Celebrating the 45th anniversary of Star Trek: The Motion Picture! - Can Skeleton Crew make it to season 2? - Star Wars fatigue is real - and backed by data - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 383 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: Armand Haddad! - A retrospective look at the career of Star Wars producer Gary Kurtz - Don't worry, Denis Villeneuve hates the Ewoks, too - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 382 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the forgotten spin-off, Caravan of Courage! - Can Lucasfilm avoid the mistakes of the past with the new slate of Star Wars movies? - Marvel finally releases their Rise of Skywalker run - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 381 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Carla and Heather ask the deep questions: how would Star Wars characters do in other genres and movies? - Should General Hux be in command of Jurassic Park? - Is Rey the only hope for the future of Star Wars? - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 380 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Taking a look at all TWO new creatures in the Obi-Wan Kenobi show - The inquisitor who attacked Ahsoka is finally identified - Simon Kinberg to helm new Star Wars trilogy - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 379 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: Armand Haddad! - How has the Terminator franchise held up over four decades? - Marvel announces new series "Star Wars: Jedi Knights" - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 378 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special interview with the filmmakers of the 501st Legion documentary: "Behind the Bucket: A Garrison Story" - How a 4-year project has finally come to the finish line - Mads Mikkelsen confirmed for Celebration 2025, rumored to be in Andor Season 2 - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 377 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: -Special guest: Armand Haddad! - How the Patterson fan edit improves the Ahsoka show - Jodie Turner-Smith calls out Disney for failing to protect Acolyte cast against racist attacks - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 376 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - A deep dive into the unique creatures of The Book of Boba Fett - Giancarlo Esposito teases "a new future" for the Star Wars franchise - A box office analysis suggests Disney is kinda bad at Star Wars - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 375 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Taking a closer look at the Talz cantina alien - Star Wars Outlaws misses Ubisoft's sales targets - It's time to say goodbye to The Mandalorian - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 374 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - What was Dark Empire all about? - What could have happened if Luke fell to the dark side - Cal Kestis getting a third game - is this a death sentence? - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 373 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - The gang tries to figure out: how exactly do Bith eat and drink? - Disney in hot water for Peter Cushing's likeness in Rogue One - James Earl Jones passes away - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 372 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Shining a spotlight on the weird and wild creatures of The Mandalorian! - Star Wars: Outlaws director disappointed at game's critical reception - Kelnacca remains popular despite Acolyte's poor performance - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 371 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Taking a closer look at everyone's favorite Wolf-Man - The Acolyte season 2 cancelled - A New Hope dubbed into Ojibwe - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 370 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Diving deep into the creatures of Solo! - D23 Star Wars Roundup - Jude Law really loves Skeleton Crew - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 369 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: Warren Hayes! - Diving deep into a legendary Star Wars toy line - Justin Simien: losing Lando series "A True Grieving Process" - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 368 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Guardians of the Galaxy! - Jude Law teases easter eggs in Skeleton Crew - New book series announced - "Reign of the Empire" - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 367 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Neverending Story! - 10 things you never knew about the iconic movie - A closer look at the stunts and ships of The Acolyte - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 366 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Anchorman! - Lucasfilm is hiring for a new Star Wars animated show - Planets in Star Wars Outlaws are big. Really big. - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 365 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Carla and Heather take over the podcast for Girls Night! - Cats are the best and this is why the world needs more of them - Ben Mendelsohn to return as Krennic in Andor Season 2 - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 364 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: Kevin Michielsen! - The cultural impact of a very unlikely comedy - Breaking down the Star Wars: Outlaws trailer - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 363 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Looking back at Gremlins 40 years later - Why is Gremlins still so charming? - People lose their minds over fire in space - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 362 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Taking a look back at The Search for Spock - Star Trek III returning to theaters - Acolyte character posters and theatrical premiere - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 361 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: Armand Haddad! - How Alien paved the way for Metroid, Doom, Dead Space, and more - George Lucas turns 80 - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 360 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: Sam Giro! - The cultural impact of Temple of Doom - The Phantom Menace made box office history... again - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 359 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guests Luke Blanchette and Josh Gregoire! - Looking back at the Episode I premiere 25 years later - Disney+ Star Wars Blu-Rays finally available - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 358 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Taking a deep dive into the in-universe technology of The Phantom Menace! - The storytelling of art direction and design - Weird Star Wars movie posters from Japan - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 357 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: Silver from the Star Wars Thrifting podcast! - The insane rabbit hole of thrifting Phantom Menace merch - Star Wars Outlaws backlash over season pass Jabba the Hutt content - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 356 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: Brandon from Talking Bay 94! - Are midi-chlorians really as bad as you remember? - The Star Wars Outlaws trailer looks... kinda lame - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 355 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Diving deep into the soundtrack of The Phantom Menace - KOTOR remake alive and well? - Tales of the Empire trailer released - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
Welcome to Episode 354 of WSTR! This episode's topics include: - Special guest: Ro from the Scarif Scuttlebutt Podcast! - The cool (and crazy) marketing behind The Phantom Menace - The Acolyte controversy is absurd (even for Star Wars fans) - ...and much, much, more! For all your galactic news and talk needs, this is the podcast you've been looking for - tune in to WSTR Galactic Public Access! Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com Voicemail: (630) 557-9787
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