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The Avengers: Doomsday trailer has fans convinced there are two Doctor Dooms in this movie, and that one of them might not be Robert Downey Jr. at all. Frank and Squeaks break down the eye color, the two suits, and the Cillian Murphy voice theory, then look at what happens to Marvel when Kevin Feige's contract runs out in 2027. From there it turns into a full state of the franchises. The Feige succession list runs from Brad Winderbaum to Louis D'Esposito to one genuine wild card pick, before Star Wars gets put on the table: the Ahsoka trailer, Thrawn's return, Starfighter, and whether the Rey movie ever actually happens. Then Pirates of the Caribbean, where Disney is reportedly writing two competing scripts, and Frank pitches the real seventeenth century pirate queen whose story would beat both of them. Plus a Dungeon Crawler Carl check-in and a Question of the Week about how you would prove someone is an alien. 0:00 Intro and BlizzCon Countdown 1:34 Question of the Week: How Do You Test for an Alien 3:16 The Two Doctor Dooms Theory 11:05 Who Replaces Kevin Feige in 2027 22:36 Star Wars Without the Skywalker Name 29:33 Ahsoka, Thrawn, and the Sequel Era Gaps 34:15 Pirates of the Caribbean and Its Two Competing Scripts 46:22 Dungeon Crawler Carl Check-In Key takeaways: The two Doom theory rests on three small trailer details: the eyes reading green in one shot and closer to blue in another, two distinct suits, and a voice some fans think sounds more like Cillian Murphy than RDJ. There is precedent too, since dueling Dooms from different universes is the current main story in Marvel Rivals. Frank's argument for a recast is about longevity. RDJ's betrayal only works once as a surprise, so if Doom is meant to carry the MCU past Secret Wars, you need an actor you can keep around. The Feige succession shortlist: Brad Winderbaum brings television experience and would likely greenlight Midnight Sons immediately, Louis D'Esposito is the operations veteran who would need a creative partner like the Russos, and Frank's wild card is Iman Vellani, who is now writing comics for Marvel and Image. Both hosts want Star Wars to break from the Skywalker name completely, with Dave Filoni doing for the sequels what The Clone Wars did for the prequels. Frank also makes the case that Ahsoka, not Rey, is the real heir to the Anakin lineage. Disney has two Pirates scripts in play, one led by Margot Robbie as Red and one featuring younger versions of the original cast. Squeaks calls the Red version predictable, and Frank counters with Zheng Yi Sao, a real pirate commander the Chinese government eventually had to negotiate with instead of fight. Frank: "I'd actually respect Marvel for keeping a secret for once." Frank: "I've been hurt too many times by Kevin Feige." Squeaks: "It's time to go away from the Skywalker in total." Frank: "The true descendant to Anakin is not Rey. It's not even Luke. Frankly, it is Ahsoka." Squeaks: "That's the same thing we see everywhere. Find something new." All news discussed on this episode comes from GeekFreaksPodcast.com. If you have a theory about which Doom is the real one, follow the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a review so more people find these breakdowns. Share this one with the friend who still thinks RDJ is playing both of them. #GeekFreaksPodcast Follow Geek Freaks: Instagram: @GeekFreaksPodcast TikTok: @GeekFreaksPodcast Twitter: @GeekFreaksPod Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast YouTube: Geek Freaks Podcast Got a question, a counter theory, or a topic you want covered? Send it in and it may end up on a future episode. We want to hear who you would put in charge of Marvel after Feige, and whether you would actually watch a Zheng Yi Sao pirate movie.

Welcome to PTBN Pop's Movie Review of The Day! Every weekday we will be reviewing a movie whether it be currently in theaters, featured on streaming or just a film that we hold near and dear to us. On today's episode, Chad Campbell is reviewing “Disney Worldbuilders” from 2026 featuring Bob Iger, Pete Docter, James Cameron, Jared Bush, Jennifer Lee, Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Kevin Feige & Josh D'Amaro.

We put the all-new Ahsoka season two teaser trailer under the microscope as we breakdown the whole thing, shot-by-shot, following it's debut at D23. Hayden Christensen spoke about his desire to work with Natalie Portman in a Clone Wars-based live-action show. Plus, we have D23 Ahsoka media junket highlights from Dave Filoni, Rosario Dawson, and Eman Esfandi, along with a follow-up to a lingering question from last week's Bryce Dallas Howard interview here on RFR and more.

We have a little news about Star Wars: Starfighter and a brand new trailer for Ahsoka season two in this week's Star Wars news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The date that The Mandalorian and Grogu is arriving on Disney+, The release date for LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian, A few details for Star Wars: Starfighter, Dave Filoni on The Hunt for Ben Solo, and The key art, teaser trailer, and release date for Ahsoka season two. Thanks for joining us for another episode and our brand of Star Wars discussion! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

WSTR Galactic Public Access: Queen Jamilla, Star Wars News, and Convention Rants This episode starts with a deep look at Queen Jamilla, a brief but meaningful Naboo leader in Attack of the Clones, and uses her to explore Naboo politics, democracy, and how Star Wars makes even tiny characters feel important. Todd also covers a few Star Wars news items, then wraps with personal updates on Fortnite, Fan Expo Chicago, and the challenges of crowded convention venues. Key topics Todd explains who Queen Jamilla is A Naboo monarch with less than two minutes of screen time, but enough presence to spark a long character discussion. He walks through her role as Queen Amidala's successor and her place in the prequel-era timeline. Why Queen Jamilla matters despite limited screen time Todd argues that even minor political figures help Star Wars feel like a lived-in galaxy. He connects Jamilla's short appearance to the larger sense of Naboo continuity and political realism. Naboo politics and democratic idealism Jamilla's line about keeping faith in the Republic becomes the core theme of the segment. Todd contrasts her trust in institutions with Amidala's more experienced, harder-earned political perspective. Jamilla's relationship to Padmé Amidala Todd reads Jamilla as someone seeking advice and guidance from a respected predecessor. Their interaction is framed as mutual trust, with Padmé representing experience and Jamilla representing idealism. The threat of war in the background The discussion touches on the growing separatist crisis and the early signs of the Clone Wars. Todd views Jamilla as somewhat sheltered from the galaxy's larger collapse, which shapes her optimism. Naboo's social structure and leadership Todd questions the age and selection of Naboo's queens, noting the youth of both Padmé and Jamilla. He suggests Naboo could have benefited from more integration, especially between humans and Gungans. Why Star Wars includes brief political characters Todd says these characters show that life continues outside the main heroes. He connects this to how the franchise builds scale, realism, and background texture. News of the week: Star Wars: Starfighter Todd covers reporting that the new film was inspired by The Outsiders. He highlights the gritty, loyalty-driven tone and the pairing of a rugged older lead with a younger companion. News of the week: canceled Mandalorian versus Jedi game He reacts to the leaked gameplay and fan disappointment over another canceled Star Wars title. Todd compares it to other scrapped projects and laments how often promising games never release. News of the week: Ewan McGregor wants back in Todd discusses McGregor pitching ideas for more Obi-Wan content while on the set of Ahsoka. He suggests flashback storytelling could be a smart way to bring Obi-Wan into future projects. Cantina Chat: Fortnite and Fan Expo Chicago Todd talks about collecting 118 sprites in Fortnite and enjoying the new season called Override. He also shares a strong opinion that the Rosemont Convention Center is overcrowded and not as good as C2E2. Timestamps 00:00 - Welcome to episode 442 and the show's mission of positivity and Star Wars 02:03 - Who Queen Jamilla is and why a brief character still matters 04:23 - Jamilla's connection to Padmé Amidala and the Naboo political transition 06:49 - What Naboo's leadership system says about age, authority, and democracy 08:16 - Why Queen Jamilla is important even with limited screen time 09:15 - Jamilla's reaction to the separatist threat and her faith in the Republic 11:11 - Is Jamilla seeking advice, mentorship, or both from Padmé? 13:02 - Jamilla's trust in the system versus Padmé's hard-earned political realism 14:29 - Naboo's peace contrasted with the wider chaos of the galaxy 15:27 - Why Star Wars uses brief political leaders to make the galaxy feel larger 17:26 - Why Padmé is the stronger leader in Todd's view 18:26 - What Jamilla might realistically do against Palpatine's rise 19:51 - Why even small characters like Jamilla deepen the worldbuilding 20:48 - What Todd would change about Naboo leadership and Gungan representation 22:46 - Closing thoughts on spending 20 minutes on two minutes of screen time 23:12 - Star Wars: Starfighter and its inspiration from The Outsiders 25:06 - Fan reaction to the canceled Mandalorian versus Jedi game 27:30 - Ewan McGregor pitching more Obi-Wan stories to Dave Filoni 31:17 - Personal updates, including Carla's wedding and Heather's cat mom life 31:45 - Collecting 118 Fortnite sprites and getting into the new season 33:00 - Fan Expo Chicago, crowded halls, and why Rosemont is not Todd's favorite venue 35:55 - Listener callouts, social channels, and how to send feedback 36:51 - Possible future episode topics, including Transformers 37:20 - Sign-off and closing Notable quotes "We must keep our faith in the Republic." "We spent twenty something minutes on two minutes of screen time. That's Star Wars, man." "There's gotta be something, brother." Mentioned links and handles: Socials: @wstrmedia Podcast archive: podcast.wstrmedia.com Merch store: store.wstrmedia.com Live stream: livestream.wstrmedia.com Email: mailbox@wstrmedia.com

Winston A. Marshall and Kris Carr are taking over The Kristian Harloff Show today to break down the biggest movie and TV news from Star Wars, Marvel, X-Men, The Odyssey, and more! Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey continues its historic box office run and has now become the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time. Winston and Kris discuss the incredible success of Nolan's epic, why audiences have turned out in such massive numbers, and what The Odyssey's performance could mean for the future of big-budget theatrical filmmaking. Plus, could Obi-Wan Kenobi Season 2 actually happen? Ewan McGregor reveals that he pitched a story involving Obi-Wan and Yoda to Dave Filoni. What could bring these two iconic Jedi together, and is another Obi-Wan adventure something Star Wars fans actually want to see? Marvel is also making headlines as new details emerge about the future of Marvel Television and the MCU's movie strategy. With the enormous success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, could Marvel's theatrical future become increasingly centered around Spider-Man and his corner of the MCU? Today's show has plenty to discuss as The Odyssey makes box office history, Ewan McGregor continues pushing for more Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Marvel's post-Doomsday future begins to take shape. Winston and Kris also dive into Marvel Studios' new X-Men, including Inde Navarrette's commitment to playing Rogue, and the highly anticipated Ghost Rider reboot starring Ryan Gosling. If you're a fan of The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan, Star Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, Marvel Studios, Spider-Man, X-Men, Rogue, Ghost Rider, Ryan Gosling, or the latest movie news, join Winston A. Marshall and Kris Carr for today's episode! #TheOdyssey #ChristopherNolan #ObiWanKenobi #StarWars #Yoda #EwanMcGregor #Marvel #MarvelStudios #MCU #SpiderMan #XMen #Rogue #GhostRider #RyanGosling #KrisCarr #WinstonMarshall #KristianHarloffShow #MovieNews SPONSOR: CASHAPP: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/76rlxe00 #CashAppPod   • Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement, for the Sutton debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton and for the Bancorp debit flex card at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp. Savings and Offers provided by Cash App, a Block Inc. brand. Offers may not be affiliated with third party merchants.  • Parents and legal guardians can open a managed account for kids 6-12.  • Cash App will pass through a portion of the interest paid on your savings balance held in an account for the benefit of Cash App customers at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. To earn interest on your Cash App savings balance, you need to have sponsor approval. Exceptions may apply. Savings yield rate is subject to change. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.

877 · Disney Worldbuilders Interview with Leslie IwerksDisney Worldbuilders asks a question most of us have never thought to ask... where does a Disney world actually begin?Not the land. Not the ride. The moment before any of it existed, when it was still just a feeling inside one person's head.This week I sit down with Leslie Iwerks, director of The Imagineering Story and Disneyland Handcrafted, to talk about her ambitious new documentary. Disney Worldbuilders brings together Bob Iger, Josh D'Amaro, James Cameron, Kevin Feige, Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Pete Docter, Jennifer Lee, and Jared Bush for a series of remarkably candid conversations about how deeply personal ideas become stories, characters, and physical worlds that millions of people can walk into.I had the privilege of screening the film before its release, and it is even better than I hoped.In our conversation, Leslie shares:Why so many of today's most influential creators were Disney fans first, and what that says about the parksHow personal struggles and childhood memories shaped stories like Frozen, Inside Out, and ZootopiaThe brutal note Jared Bush received on an early version of Zootopia, and what pulled it back from the edgeWhy Kevin Feige's favorite detail in any Disney land is a construction wallWhy story and technology have always worked together at Disney, going back to Walt and UbWhat creative failure, uncertainty, and rejection can teach the rest of usHow great leadership protects storytellers and creative riskWhy honoring Disney's history cannot mean being afraid to evolve itThe moment Leslie filmed that became the emotional heart of the filmLeslie also reflects on her grandfather, Disney Legend Ub Iwerks, and her father, Disney Legend Don Iwerks, and how their legacy of combining storytelling and technology continues through Disney's worldbuilders today. She does not just study world builders. She comes from them.Disney Worldbuilders premieres at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event on August 16 and begins streaming on Disney+ on August 20.Subscribe to WDW Radio so you never miss an episode. Then tell me this: What Disney story, character, attraction, or world first made you believe that something impossible could become real? Share your answer in the WDW Radio Clubhouse at WDWRadio.com/Clubhouse, or leave me a voicemail at 407-900-9391.

Send us Fan MailJoin the Crew as they look to watch the recent trailer of The Ninth Jedi animated show, a continuation from the two episodes that came from Star Wars: #Visions.  They're late to the game on that but the show has already released all 8 episodes on Disney+!#StarWars #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi  #playstation #xbox #pcgaming #LEGO #legobuild #build #CloneWars #Rebels #Animation #Maul #Mandalorian #Grogu #MandalorianAndGrogu #Disney #Jedi #Sith Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)#StarWars #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi  #playstation #xbox #pcgaming #LEGO #legobuild #build #CloneWars #Rebels #Animation #Maul #ShadowLord #Disney #Jedi #Sith  @StarWarsTheory  Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

Send us Fan MailJoin the Crew as they look to watch the recent trailer of The Ninth Jedi animated show, a continuation from the two episodes that came from Star Wars: #Visions.  They're late to the game on that but the show has already released all 8 episodes on Disney+!#StarWars #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi  #playstation #xbox #pcgaming #LEGO #legobuild #build #CloneWars #Rebels #Animation #Maul #Mandalorian #Grogu #MandalorianAndGrogu #Disney #Jedi #Sith Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)#StarWars #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi  #playstation #xbox #pcgaming #LEGO #legobuild #build #CloneWars #Rebels #Animation #Maul #ShadowLord #Disney #Jedi #Sith  @StarWarsTheory  Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

1999. 1999. Episode I: The Phantom Menace, it was a tale well well WELL documented in fandom circles LOL LOL LOL hahahahahahahahahahah obviously, then IT HAPPENED -- a REALLY cool sick looking villain was shockingly CUT IN HALF and fell down a trash space shoot. Many were taken aback, NOT only cause WE collectively watch THE PHANTOM MENACE, but what a WASTE of a villain and the potential this DARTH MAUL brought the the Sabacc table. And then came 2008, the DAWN of the CLONE WARS animated series, a show THAT as it went along was slowly but surely "mending" the Perquel films, most notably the space between Episode II & Episode III, but WE did NOT see THIS one coming (HA neither did Dave Filoni to be PERFECTLY honest), a mandate to bring DARTH MAUL back to life, hence fourth CLONE WARS would be dubbed (at least here at Fandom Awakens Radio HQ) the MAUL apology TOUR LOL LOL LOL hahahahahahahahah Darth Maul officially returned in Star Wars: The Clone Wars at the end of Season 4, in the episode titled "Brothers" (Season 4, Episode 21). In this episode, it was revealed he survived his bisection by Obi-Wan Kenobi in The Phantom Menace and has been living in exile on the junk world of Lotho Minor. His arc continued directly into the Season 4 finale, "Revenge" (Season 4, Episode 22), where his brother, Savage Opress, helps restore his sanity and cybernetic legs so they can hunt down Kenobi. Granted EVERYTIME Maul was brought up in the CLONE WARS, everything felt like a STOP on the MAUL apology TOUR, as the show clearly continued to add layer upon layer to the PT mythology, THAT was clearly to BIG too EXPANSIVE for three films THAT of course brings us to THIS. After the Clone Wars, Maul plots to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire. Maul -Shadow Lord STOP on the  MAUL apology TOUR On the premier episode of JUST MAUL!!! Formerly Darth, now just Maul -the Shadow Lord Podcast - the MAULfather STOP on the MAUL apology TOUR, Fandom Awakens Radio's latest spin-off podcast, your hosts David Senden and co-host Kyle Wagner review in FULL the complete first season of Maul - Shadow Lord, streaming exclusively on Disney+ JUST MAUL!!! Formerly Darth, now just Maul -the Shadow Lord Podcast - the MAULfather STOP on the MAUL apology Tour STARTS RIGHT NOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Send us Fan MailJoin the Crew as they conduct a 2nd attempt for the drawing of the prize giveaway after reaching 200 SUBSCRIBERS!  They are very excited to give away some Star Wars merch for reaching that milestone, as promised.  Thanks to all of the love and support!Mike then has a couple of surprises that he's been holding onto for awhile.  That's right, he has some Black Series Helmets to open up.  Two of them, to be specific.  Which ones are they?  Come see!Finally, Mike looks to promote a #ROMANTASY novel, written by a friend [and former co-worker] of his.  The name of the first book is #StarsAndStone, which is the first of a trilogy called The Corinian Series.  If you enjoy a good #fantasy, or romantasy novel, come check it out and support the author, LK Martiny. #StarWars #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi  #playstation #xbox #pcgaming #LEGO #legobuild #build #CloneWars #Rebels #Animation #Maul #Mandalorian #Grogu #MandalorianAndGrogu #Disney #Jedi #Sith Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)#StarWars #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi  #playstation #xbox #pcgaming #LEGO #legobuild #build #CloneWars #Rebels #Animation #Maul #ShadowLord #Disney #Jedi #SithSocial Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

Hey there fellow travelers of the Jundland Wastes! The summer continues to heat up with comments from George Lucas about AI and movie making these days. Harrison Ford turns 84 this week and there is some intel about exclusive Star Wars merch for this years San Diego Comic Con. All of that and lots more on today's episode of The Traveling the Jundland Wastes Podcast!

This is the Way — but is it the right way to bring the galaxy's most beloved odd couple to the big screen? After three seasons on Disney+, Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu trade the small screen for an IMAX-sized adventure, with the stakes raised and the runtime expanded accordingly.Mike White and Chris Stachiw of The Kulturecast discuss Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, directed by Jon Favreau from a screenplay by Favreau, Dave Filoni, and Noah Kloor. Set in the aftermath of the Empire's fall, the film finds Din Djarin and his apprentice recruited by the New Republic — represented by Colonel Ward (Sigourney Weaver) — to take on the remnants of Imperial warlords, with Jeremy Allen White joining the cast as Rotta the Hutt. Mike and Chris break down whether the franchise's leap to theaters was a triumph or a stumble, and what it means for the future of Star Wars.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

This is the Way — but is it the right way to bring the galaxy's most beloved odd couple to the big screen? After three seasons on Disney+, Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu trade the small screen for an IMAX-sized adventure, with the stakes raised and the runtime expanded accordingly.Mike White and Chris Stachiw of The Kulturecast discuss Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, directed by Jon Favreau from a screenplay by Favreau, Dave Filoni, and Noah Kloor. Set in the aftermath of the Empire's fall, the film finds Din Djarin and his apprentice recruited by the New Republic — represented by Colonel Ward (Sigourney Weaver) — to take on the remnants of Imperial warlords, with Jeremy Allen White joining the cast as Rotta the Hutt. Mike and Chris break down whether the franchise's leap to theaters was a triumph or a stumble, and what it means for the future of Star Wars.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

When the House of Mouse scooped up Lucasfilm and the whole shimmering STAR WARS galaxy, fans practically twirled their lightsabers in delight. At long last, the Skywalker saga would get its final trio of tales, and the universe would stretch outward like a hyperspace jump with no end in sight. Then The Mandalorian swaggered onto the scene, and suddenly everyone had a new space-cowboy obsession—plus a tiny green heart‑stealer soon christened Grogu, who promptly became the galaxy's smallest cultural supernova. But after The Book of Boba Fett and a wobblier third season of The Mandalorian, the shine began to dull, and even the Skywalker finale left many feeling like they'd stepped on a LEGO brick in the dark.Still, a question hovered in the air like a hologram: did Grogu—and to a slightly lesser degree his helmeted dad—still hold enough goodwill to charm audiences back into theaters? 2026 was set to answer that cosmic riddle with the first STAR WARS film to hit the big screen in seven years: The Mandalorian and Grogu. IMDB summed it up with a wink of simplicity: once a solitary bounty hunter, Din Djarin now ventures into a fresh adventure with his pint‑sized apprentice, ready to stir up trouble, wonder, and probably a few merchandising opportunities.Jon Favreau directed the film from a script he crafted alongside Dave Filoni and Noah Kloor, assembling a cast that reunited Pedro Pascal while adding Jeremy Allen White and Sigourney Weaver to the mix. Critics offered everything from polite nods to warm applause, while audiences tended to beam a bit brighter—yet the film still struggled to recoup its hefty budget, falling short of the blockbuster hopes Disney had pinned to it. Now your co‑hosts dive into this star‑studded space romp, sharing their thoughts on whether this latest chapter rekindles the magic or simply drifts among the cosmic dust.

Send us Fan MailJoin the Crew as they react to the newest Star Wars: Galactic Racer story trailer.  They will be watching it for the first time and reacting with their immediate thoughts!  They'll follow their usual process for trailers where the first time through they'll comment less and just watch and react.  They'll then discuss their thoughts followed by a 2nd viewing where they'll talk more through it.  They will also be showing the trailer during the viewing.#StarWars #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi  #playstation #xbox #pcgaming #LEGO #legobuild #build #CloneWars #Rebels #Animation #Maul #Mandalorian #Grogu #MandalorianAndGrogu #Disney #Jedi #Sith Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)#StarWars #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi  #playstation #xbox #pcgaming #LEGO #legobuild #build #CloneWars #Rebels #Animation #Maul #ShadowLord #Disney #Jedi #SithSocial Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 500 subs!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

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Star Wars week comes a bit later this year courtesy of the first theatrical Star Wars movie to be released in 7 years. The Mandalorian and Grogu meet The Corn Dog and Cap'n Pop. Just Play It has a bounty on the Jon Favreau & Dave Filoni family fun adventure film so Nick and James bump the sickest Shakari synth track in the Razor Crest on the way to the theaters. We discuss the discourse amongst the fans, what is great about this movie, and what we think they could've done differently. Make room for a yolked out Hutt, a surprise guest, and a pit crew of Anzellans, because this is way.Thanks for tuning in. For more, follow us on Instagram & YouTube @justplayitpodcast & X (fka Twitter) @justplayitpod

Allegedly, Star Wars has lost 85% of its fan base, but that's only when comparing The Force Awakens box office to The Mandalorian and Grogu. Clever article title but to be fair, that's just not accurate. While Disney Star Wars has definitely alienated its core audience over the years, I don't think it's a fair comparison being made here. I do think, however, that more fans are being pushed away with bad stories by the day, than what Lucasfilm will admit to, at least under Kathleen Kennedy. Hopefully, Dave Filoni has a plan going forwards which we will discuss in the next video. THEORY SABERS - https://theorysabers.com/ Best sellers: Ani III - The Chosen One - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/hilt-... Prodigal Son V1 (Affordable Version) - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/hilt-... HATS and MERCH - https://www.theorysabers.com/products-3?ca... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61... SPOTIFY Daily Podcast Episodes - https://open.spotify.com/show/1j8jTU5OgOsi... Apple Podcasts Star Wars Theory - https://apple.co/3Z0qBQE Twitter - https://twitter.com/realswtheory Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/star.wars.theory/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@starwarstheory66 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Well *sigh* how did we get here ??? Always in motion is the future .......... but the question remains STILL how did we get here ???  We all remember how THIS started ..................... Lucasfilm officially announced three major live-action Star Wars films at the 2023 Star Wars Celebration, each tackling a different era of the franchise. The projects had included a Rey-centric film, a New Republic culmination directed by Dave Filoni, and an ancient origin story, which was to be directed by James Mangold    But then like a disturbance in the FORCE hahahahahahahahaha LOL LOL LOL LOL MORE like Bob Iger bending knee to his shareholder, pivoted away from the previously announced three films .............Disney and Lucasfilm officially announced The Mandalorian & Grogu movie on January 9, 2024. Directed by Jon Favreau, the film was released in theaters on May 22, 2026 *sigh* and in short we are here my friends   On the latest episode of Fandom Awakens Radio, "Action, Excitement, Smashing your Toys, Together A Star Wars seeks MORE then these things" LOL LOL LOL hahahahahahaha, your hosts David Senden and Kyle Wagner discuss in FULL Beskarian SPOILER-y goodness the Mandalorian & Grogu, does THIS have the feel of a STAR WARS movie ?? or is it simply what we ALL feared it would be, a glorified episode (or few episodes) of a TV show, I will give it THIS tho and YES this is serving as the next major chapter in the adventures of the beloved bounty hunter and his adopted son obviously, but end of the day ALL the Mandalorian & Grogu is its a apology letter for Season 3 of the Mandalorian which was ABSOLUTE dogwater   "HELP me STARFIGHTER ................. your my only HOPE !!!!!!!"   a BRAND NEW episode of Fandom Awakens Radio starts RIGHT NOW !!!!!!!!!        

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Tyler and Konnery return to the pod with hopefully more aplomb than the release of their newest cover, "The Mandalorian and Grogu!" Together they discuss Glup Shittos, being their own man, the film's strong horror box office competition, Ludwig's Goransson's standout score, Dave Filoni's hat, Tyler's insider knowledge, and so much more on this Dejarik table monster-brawling episode of The Friendchise Podcast!   TikTok Threads Instagram What's New: Konnery: Dungeon Crawler Carl: A Parade of Horribles by Matt Dinniman Tyler: Star Wars: The Clone Wars (PS2), Star Wars: Jedi Starfighter (PS2), Star Wars: Episode I - Jedi Power Battles (Xbox Series S)

The Mandalorian & Grogu is not a good movie. It has a James Bond cold open that made both hosts genuinely excited, and then it spends two hours systematically destroying that goodwill with flat performances, cartoon-level writing, and a villain nobody asked for. MonteCristo and DoA break down how Dave Filoni turned Mandalorian Season 4 into a feature film that's 45 minutes too long, wastes its entire cast, and accidentally commits genocide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailThis is the Way! Join the hosts as they venture back to a galaxy far, far away to bring you an epic review, Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu, starring Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, and Jeremy Allen White, and directed by Jon Favreau. Explore the next chapter in the adventures of Din Djarin and Grogu, celebrating one of the most beloved duos in the Star Wars universe. The hosts pair the film with the Grogu cocktail. Join the hosts as they embrace the Way and celebrate the continuing journey of Star Wars' with our favorite bounty hunters duo.Be sure to listen, subscribe, and follow the show on Instagram and YouTube @the.gentlemenpodcast

The release of a new Star Wars film wouldn't be complete without checking in with filmmaker Kyle Newman to get his thoughts on the latest addition to the saga. Kyle joins us In The Cantina with his review of The Mandalorian and Grogu and provides insight as both an industry insider and Star Wars superfan. We've collected a ton of cool interview highlights from Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni and Pedro Pascal discussing the Mando movie and screenwriter Damon Lindelof recently spoke about the Rey "New Jedi Order" film script he worked on before getting fired off the project. We hear what he had to say. Plus, listener feedback, a new RFR parody song, and we pay tribute to Marcia Lucas and Tom Kane.

Star Wars, The Mandalorian And Grogu, and the state of fandom — Unpacked in Episode 433 of WSTR | Galactic Public Access! In this episode, Todd Hoffman and Carla Giacalone analyze the current landscape of Star Wars, discussing recent episodes, franchise saturation, and fan dynamics. Plus, they dive into the box office woes of Mando, the new projects from Lucasfilm, and reflect on the legacy of key creators and characters. Main topics include: The recent "Mando" episode: a mixed review and the franchise's creative direction The "State of Star Wars": audience saturation, fan loyalty, and potential eras The impact of leadership changes at Lucasfilm: Dave Filoni and Kathleen Kennedy Box office performance of "The Mandalorian" and lessons from past successes and flops The future of Star Wars storytelling: movies, TV, and interconnected vs standalone narratives The influence of fan service, nostalgia, and creative freedom on franchise health Iconic character moments and legacy contributions, especially from Marcia Lucas Speculations on upcoming projects like the Starfighter movie with Ryan Gosling Fan influence and the importance of authentic storytelling over corporate mandates Fun tangents about Jersey Shore, He-Man, and other geeky musings Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening and episode overview 03:53 - "The Mandalorian" episode review: thoughts and ratings 06:57 - Current state of Star Wars: oversaturated, divided fandom 12:11 - Transition into a new Star Wars era: leadership and creative direction 17:04 - The franchise's strengths: Grogu and memorable moments 20:28 - Concerns with diversity, storytelling, and franchise saturation 24:11 - The box office record: a disappointing second week 28:15 - The future: movies, streaming, and standalone stories 35:20 - New creative leadership with Dave Filoni at the helm 37:29 - Lessons from George Lucas: creative independence and storytelling integrity 42:44 - The importance of connected universe vs. standalone freedoms 49:00 - Fan influence, fan service, and surprises in storytelling 54:32 - Speculation on "Old Republic," "High Republic," and future project directions 62:46 - Celebrating Marcia Lucas' legacy and contributions 67:20 - Fun discussions: Jersey Shore, He-Man, and cultural stereotypes Action Items: Keep an eye on upcoming Lucasfilm projects for creative independence Support genuine storytelling over corporate-driven content Engage authentically with the fandom across social media platforms Stay tuned for next week's episode — possibly exploring broader universe stories or a special genre — in the meantime, drop your grades for Star Wars and share your 'State of the Union' with us! mailbox@wstrmedia.com

The Boys end, Star Wars returns, and Nicolas Cage finally gets his Spider-Man moment. This week on the podcast, we review The Mandalorian and Grogu, break down the first two episodes of Spider-Noir and Citadel Season 2, and unpack the shocking finale of The Boys. Is Star Wars back? Can Nicolas Cage carry a Spider-Man series? And did The Boys stick the landing? Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Citadel Season 2 Episodes 1-2: 6:00 The Boys Season 5 Episode 8: 20:21 Spider-Noir Episodes 1-2: 31:42 Mando and Grogu Review: 42:32 Citadel – Season 2 (Amazon Prime) Episode 1: Baked Alaskas Air Date: May 6, 2026 Director: Joe Russo Writer: David Weil Summary: Mason Kane struggles with lingering identity issues while Nadia attempts to keep her daughter safe from emerging threats. Bernard recruits former CIA operative Hutch to investigate billionaire Paolo Braga as a new conspiracy begins to take shape. Episode 2: Baked Alaskas Air Date: May 6, 2026 Director: Joe Russo Writer: David Weil Summary: The hunt for Paolo Braga intensifies as Mason, Nadia, Bernard, and Hutch uncover a global operation with ties to Manticore. New allies and enemies emerge as the scope of the conspiracy grows. Rating Out of 10 Is Hutch the New Mason Kane? Brian: 7/10 Darryl: 6.2/10 The Boys – Series Finale (Amazon Prime) Episode 8: The Last Stand Air Date: June 2026 Director: Philip Sgriccia Writer: Eric Kripke Summary: With Homelander’s grip on America nearing complete control, Butcher and the remaining members of The Boys launch one final assault. Alliances fracture, secrets are revealed, and the stage is set for the end of the war between Supes and humanity. Ratings Out of 5 When Clark Loses His Powers He Woops Lex’s Ass, Homelander does he’s a Bitch Brian: 1/5 Darryl: 1/5 Rating Season 5 Out of 10 Thank God it’s Over Brian: 6.22/10 Darryl: 5.8/10 Rating Out of 10 The Boys On Amazon Prime A Catalog of Missed Opportunity Brian: 7.3/10 Darryl: 7/10 Spider-Noir (Amazon Prime) Episode 1: Step Into My Office Air Date: May 25, 2026 (MGM+) / May 27, 2026 (Prime Video) Director: Harry Bradbeer Writer: Oren Uziel Summary: Ben Reilly, a former vigilante turned private investigator, is drawn into a dangerous case involving organized crime, corruption, and a mysterious woman connected to a growing criminal conspiracy. Episode 2: Tread Lightly Air Date: May 25, 2026 (MGM+) / May 27, 2026 (Prime Video) Director: Harry Bradbeer Writer: Christopher Chen Summary: As Ben continues his investigation, he discovers connections between New York’s criminal underworld and influential figures in the city. The deeper he digs, the harder it becomes to escape his past as The Spider. Rating out of 10 If you’re Not Watching in Black & White, are you Even Watching Brian: 5.1/10 Darry: 7.5/10 The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) Release Date: May 22, 2026 Director: Jon Favreau Writers: Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Noah Kloor Cast: Pedro Pascal as Din Djarin / The Mandalorian Sigourney Weaver as Colonel Bishop Jeremy Allen White as Rotta the Hutt Jonny Coyne as Brendol Hux Steve Blum as Garazeb “Zeb” Orrelios Grogu Summary: Din Djarin and Grogu are recruited by the New Republic to rescue Rotta the Hutt, drawing them into a conflict involving Imperial remnants, criminal syndicates, and threats lurking throughout the Outer Rim. Production Notes: Originally developed as The Mandalorian Season 4 before becoming a theatrical feature. First Star Wars theatrical release since 2019. Budget estimated at approximately $165 million. Heavy use of practical creature effects, puppetry, and animatronics. Nearly 50 minutes presented in expanded IMAX format. Box Office: $81.7 million opening weekend (domestic) Approximately $102 million Memorial Day 4-day weekend Approximately $165 million worldwide opening Reception: Critics were mixed-to-positive, praising the practical effects and action sequences while questioning whether the story warranted a theatrical release. Audiences responded more favorably, earning the film an A- CinemaScore. Rating Out of 10, Why You Gotta Bart Simpson Grogu Brian: 6.2/10 Darryl: 7.5/10 Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don't be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!

Thanks to our awesome Patrons, we're proud to present another episode of Mediasplode! What's a Mediasplode? It's a monthly special edition show in which we talk about what we are enjoying in media outside of the realm of comic books. It's like our All Media Year End Round-Up but in a shorter, monthly format. Note: Time codes are estimates due to dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. SPOILERS BELOW! Running Time: 00:58:10 This month, Conor Kilpatrick, Josh Flanagan, and Ron Richards discuss… Review Redux:00:01:06 – Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu What We've Been Enjoying:00:03:52 – Ron (and Josh) went to see The Sheep Detectives and watched the final season of The Boys.00:10:32 – Josh (and Ron and Conor) are watching Widow's Bay.00:14:47 – Conor went to see Power Ballad and Pressure. Summer Mail Bag:00:20:23 – Gavin T. from Long Beach, California asks about media-inspired fears.00:24:36 – Kenneth J. from The Great White North wants to know if Ron still reads weekly comic books.00:28:17 – Jon S. from Tacoma, Washington wants to know what the guys think about Dave Filoni's comments about Darth Vader/Anakin Skywalker.00:31:45 – Kyle F. from New Jersey opens a Pandora's Box called “'80s/'90s Movie Song Music Videos.”00:37:03 – Chis A. from Washington wants to know the best comic book pinball machines.00:42:10 – Greg M. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania asks about favorite Muppets.00:46:47 – Brad G. from Anytown, USA is looking to get into '80s/'90s punk.00:51:16 – Scott H. from Portland, Oregon wants to know just when Star Wars takes place. Music:“Left to Right (iFanboy Theme)”Josh Flanagan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a new Star Wars movie! In theaters! Here in 2026! To celebrate the occasion, we've gathered our found family of Star Friends to break it all down scene-by-scene. Are we feeling the Rotta of it all, or is the whole movie just a long, loud fart? Plus, is cabbage a better vegetable than Brussels sprouts? What does this movie mean for the future of Mando and Grogu, both in-universe and out? And how do we feel about Dave Filoni's HAT??? All this and more!

Jeremy Allen White's ROTTA THE HUTT's inclusion in THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU was a surprise to many a Star Wars fan. Not since Dave Filoni's 2008 animated-film The Clone Wars had we seen Rotta, then affectionately known as "Stinky". In that film, our heroes are tasked by Jabba The Hutt to bring his son back safely. Fast-forward to 2026, and in Favreau's/Filoni's film, the Hutt-twins task our heroes to bring their nephew back safely. Something about poetry comes to mind...Today we take a look at the surprising inclusion of this character and how compelling he is within the story, while also furthering Jon Favreau's recurring filmic-theme: fathers and sons. From Iron Man to Chef, Favreau explores these relationships and with The Mandalorian And Grogu, Rotta serves to further continue to explore this theme. A question lingers though... do Hutts engage in polycules?We also have a bit of fun with a Q&A from listeners! Might need to make this a permanent segment.• • •TRIAD Of The FORCE is a STAR WARS+ podcast hosted by Gus, Nani, Nad, & Chase—Puerto Rican and queer creators sharing deep dives, and heartfelt conversations from a galaxy far, far away. Featured on the STAR WARS CELEBRATION Podcast Stage (2022 & 2023), we explore STAR WARS, fantasy, comic books, and other POP-culture media honestly. We engage in inclusive commentary across film, TV, books, comics, and beyond with humor, critical analysis, and cultural perspective (without the toxicity).Follow TRIAD Of The FORCE at:BlueSky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/triadoftheforce.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/triadoftheforce/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/TriadoftheForce/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you like us, get some merch and help the channel:TeePublic: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teepublic.com/user/triad-of-the-force⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• • •Acknowledgement: The Intro and Outro music is the Triad of the Force Theme, composed and performed by Grushkov with full permission for use by Grushkov (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Grushkov⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠).• • •This channel is not affiliated in any way with Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC, The Walt Disney Company, or any of their affiliates or subsidiaries.

Join Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski in a deep dive into spoiler territory for The Mandalorian and Grogu. While Din Djarin might not have moved quite as far as we expected, Grogu's journey in this movie was a pleasant surprise. Also a surprise, Rotta the Hutt's evolution from Stinky, the son of Jabba the Hutt in the Clone Wars animated movie, to a rebellious older teen stepping out from under his father's shadow. In this episode, we also dig into some favorite music pieces from the soundtrack and share our adventures at the Disney Parks on the movie's opening day.  For our video of the behind-the-scenes tour, check out our special Youtube episode from last week. Related Tricia Barr recaps The Mandalorian and Grogu preview screening. Our full roundtable interview with Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau Interview with Composer Ludwig Göransson, production designers Doug Chiang and Andrew L. Jones, prop master Josh Roth, and visual effects supervisor John Knoll Our Maul - Shadow Lord review episode with special guest Teresa Delgado Donate to Starlight Children's Foundation through LiningUp.net Worldbuilding In Maul - Shadow Lord from Hyperspace Theories podcast Maul - Shadow Lord Breakdown and Music Analysis via Skywalking Through Neverland Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Richard Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Jason, Rachel and Jesh continue the Thumb War Star Wars rewatch with a spoiler-filled review of The Mandalorian and Grogu. Is it a real Star Wars movie, or does it feel like The Mandalorian Season 4 got squeezed into a theatrical release? We discuss Grogu as a character vs. Grogu as a toy, Pedro Pascal's helmet-based performance, the lack of stakes, the surprisingly strong opening sequence, Sigourney Weaver, Jeremy Allen White, Rotta the Hutt, Dave Filoni cameos, Star Wars fatigue, and whether Baby Yoda still has the juice. Ash came in with a more generous take. Jason and Rachel came in with notes. Many, many notes. Spoilers for The Mandalorian and Grogu and the broader Star Wars universe. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes & bonus content : http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if you're enjoying Thumb War Email us: ThumbWarPod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mandalorian and Grogu - Ep. 397 The galaxy's favorite space dad and his tiny green chaos goblin hit the big screen! Join Normies Like Us as we track the adventures of The Mandalorian & Grogu — from bounty hunting beginnings to beskar-clad blockbuster ambitions.This is the Way! Tune in, scrub your carbonite, and remember: Normies Like Us — Covering the Mandalorian so you don't have to! You can subscribe warm or you can subscribe cold. Insta @Normies_Like_Us https://www.instagram.com/normies_like_us/ @jacob https://www.instagram.com/_j__a___c___o__b_/ @Mike_Has_Insta https://www.instagram.com/mike_has_insta/ https://letterboxd.com/BabblingBrooksy/ https://letterboxd.com/hobbes72/ https://letterboxd.com/mikejromans/

The adventure movie is back! Star Wars is back! And this week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are here to talk all about STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu. Directed by: Jon FavreauWritten by: Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Noah Kloor Starring: Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, Jeremy Allen White, Brendan Wayne, Lateef Crowder, Martin Scorsese, Shirley Henderson, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Steve Blum, Jonny Coyne *Clip and image from STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures.   @TheWatchAndTalk (Twitter/Instagram) Letterboxd.com/TheWatchandTalk Facebook.com/TheWatchAndTalk www.TheWatchAndTalk.com TheWatchAndTalk@gmail.com   Support the show! www.Patreon.com/TheWatchAndTalk

The Mandalorian and Grogu ending had no loose endings however here are a few things I picked up on that we could theorize for a The Mandalorian Season 4 or into Ahsoka Season 2...or even Dave Filoni's Star Wars movie THEORY SABERS - https://theorysabers.com/ Best sellers: Ani III - The Chosen One - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/... Prodigal Son V1 (Affordable Version) - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/... HATS and MERCH - https://www.theorysabers.com/products... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... SPOTIFY Daily Podcast Episodes - https://open.spotify.com/show/1j8jTU5... Apple Podcasts Star Wars Theory - https://apple.co/3Z0qBQE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Filoni, during a Mandalorian and Grogu interview with Jon Favreau, mentions the World Between Worlds and how it doesn't work as time travel or grants the ability to meddle with events. If this is the case, then I don't understand how the WBW works, considering Ezra, in Star Wars Rebels, pulled and saved Ahsoka from Darth Vader through the portal in the World Between Worlds. If it's not time travel, what is it? THEORY SABERS - https://theorysabers.com/ Best sellers: Ani III - The Chosen One - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/... Prodigal Son V1 (Affordable Version) - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/... HATS and MERCH - https://www.theorysabers.com/products... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... SPOTIFY Daily Podcast Episodes - https://open.spotify.com/show/1j8jTU5... Apple Podcasts Star Wars Theory - https://apple.co/3Z0qBQE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN & GROGU Spoiler Reaction Show! Culture Clash Live EP.291 Watch: Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/yTOZVmNsjFU?si=ak5vT3RGit72fd9x Listen: Culture Clash Live Audio Podcast Link: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/culture-clash Welcome to Culture Clash Live's special presentation of STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN & GROGU, a Spoiler Reaction Show! Subscribe to the Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel and join us live and participate in our live chat!  Movie Details: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is a 2026 American film directed by Jon Favreau and co-written by Favreau, Dave Filoni, and Noah Kloor. Produced by Lucasfilm and set to be distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is part of the Star Wars franchise and a continuation of the Disney+ television series The Mandalorian (2019–2023). Pedro Pascal stars as Din Djarin / The Mandalorian—who was also portrayed on set by Brendan Wayne and Lateef Crowder, alongside Jeremy Allen White and Sigourney Weaver. In the film, which is set following the fall of the Galactic Empire, Djarin and his apprentice Grogu are enlisted by the New Republic to rescue Rotta the Hutt (White) in exchange for information on a target. Contact Information: - Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/FandomPodcastNetwork - Master feed for all FPNet Audio Podcasts: http://fpnet.podbean.com/ The Fandom Podcast Network can stream and download on the Podbean app The Fandom Podcast Network is on all major podcast platforms, which includes: Apple Podcasts / iTunes. - Culture Clash Audio Podcast Master Feed: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/culture-clash - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fandompodcastnetwork - Email: fandompodcastnetwork@gmail.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fandompodcastnetwork/ - X: @fanpodnetwork / https://twitter.com/fanpodnetwork -Bluesky: @fanpodnetwork / https://bsky.app/profile/fanpodnetwork.bsky.social Fandom Podcast Network Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fandompodcastnetwork  Get Your Fandom Podcast Network merchandise apparel on Tee Public! Visit our TeePublic store where you can help support the Fandom Podcast Network while wearing your favorite FPN show logos with pride!   Host & Guest Contact Info: - Kyle Wagner on X: @AKyleW / Instagram & Threads: @Akylefandom / @akyleW on Discord / @Ksport16: Letterboxd / Bluesky: @akylew - Kevin Reitzel on X, Instagram, Threads, Discord & Letterboxd: @spartan_phoenix / Bluesky: @spartanphoenix #CultureClash #CultureClashLive #FandomPodcastNetwork #TheMandalorianAndGrogu #StarWarsTheMandalorianAndGrogu #Grogu #TheMandalorian #StarWars #JonFavreau #DaveFiloni #PedroPascal #DinDjarin #BrendanWayne #LateefCrowder #JeremyAllenWhite #SigourneyWeaver #DisneyPlus #Lucasfilm #WaltDisneyStudios #SpoilerReactionShow #Spoilers  #KyleWagner #KevinReitzel

The Mandalorian and Grogu is the first new Star Wars movie in 7 years. It was also directed by Jon Favreau while he was making grilled cheese sandwiches. What the heck is going on with our favorite franchise? "Bad Boy of Blank Check" Chris Gethard returns to the pod to discuss The State of Star Wars: the deal with Dave Filoni, the Male Loneliness Epidemic, how watching Andor felt like texting your ex, and the complete and utter catastrophe of Rotta the Hutt. It's a cathartic three hours, so grab your Grogu Nilla Nummies and buckle up. Listen to Hits Different Listen to Beautiful Anonymous Watch TCGS #28 | Ruin This Show Watch Chris Gethard: Career Suicide  Read The Bracing Authenticity of Chris Gethard's Career Suicide Check out Dave Filoni's “Plan”  Read Star Wars: Thrawn Series by Timothy Zahn Read the New Canon Novels Read The Rise of the Fools by Allison P. Davis Read the Kathleen Kennedy Exit Interview Watch The George Lucas Talk Show LIVE From Smodcastle with Kevin Smith and Chris Gethard (2024) Check out Smodcastle Cinema  Watch the 2020 Disney Investor Day Presentation Sign up for Check Book, the Blank Check newsletter featuring even more “real nerdy shit” to feed your pop culture obsession. Dossier excerpts, film biz AND burger reports, and even more exclusive content you won't want to miss out on. Join our Patreon for franchise commentaries and bonus episodes. Follow us @blankcheckpod on Twitter, Instagram, Threads and Facebook!  Buy some real nerdy merch Connect with other Blankies on our Reddit or Discord For anything else, check out BlankCheckPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

⚠️ SPOILER REVIEW: Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu | Geek Buddies Din Djarin and Grogu have finally made the leap to the big screen — and the Geek Buddies have THOUGHTS. John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung sit down for a full spoiler-filled breakdown of Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu. Nothing is off limits — we're diving deep into every moment, every twist, and everything this movie means for the future of Star Wars!

For this week's main podcast review, Ema Sasic, Josh Parham, and Giovanni Lago review and discuss "The Mandalorian And Grogu," starring Pedro Pascal, Jeremy Allen White, Brendan Wayne, Lateef Crowder, Jonny Coyne, Martin Scorsese, and Sigourney Weaver. Written and directed by Jon Favreau, and co-written by Dave Filoni and Noah Kloor,, the film is part of the "Star Wars" franchise and a continuation of the Disney+ television series "The Mandalorian" (2019–2023). In the film, set after the fall of the Galactic Empire, Djarin and his apprentice Grogu are enlisted by the New Republic to rescue Rotta the Hutt (White) in exchange for information on a target. This is the first time a "Star Wars" film has been in theaters since "The Rise Of Skywalker." What did the team think of it? Please tune in as they discuss the story, the craftsmanship, including Ludwig Göransson's score, the future of the franchise, and more in this SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn all about The Mandalorian & Grogu from the creatives that worked on the film! Thanks to Fangirls Going Rogue, Sarah and Richard had the opportunity to visit the Adelphi Base set and Mandoverse prop-house, speak with creatives including Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni, AND attend the World Premiere. We bring it all to you with special guest Tricia Barr (Fangirls Going Rogue). Hear fun behind-the-scenes stories about Grogu, Sigourney Weaver, runaway mouse droids, giant jungle sets, and how the filmmakers are continuing George Lucas' vision of a lived-in Star Wars galaxy. Composer Ludwig Göransson, production designers Doug Chiang and Andrew L. Jones, prop master Josh Roth, and visual effects supervisor John Knoll discuss bringing The Mandalorian from Disney+ to the big screen. Plus, Imagineer Asa Kalama talks about the role of Star Wars music inside Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. And finally, we share footage and reactions from the World Premiere, along with our non-spoiler review of The Mandalorian & Grogu! Jon Favreau & Dave Filoni INTERVIEW: Behind the Scenes of The Mandalorian & Grogu | Star Wars https://youtu.be/IRO4Q26whFY PODCAST 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.

Reviews of Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu (with spoilers), Passenger, In The Grey, Ladies First, I Love Boosters, Is God Is and a review of the Amazon series Spider-Noir. Plus an interview with The Hellgate filmmaker DJ Remark. Hilarity ensues? 0:00 Intro 7:57 “Vought Rising” Trailer Reaction 10:55 "Masters of the Universe" Trailer 18:51 Milly Alcock on Trolls 27:11 Lupita Nyong'o on The Odyssey 35:18 Betty Boop Remake 40:36 Dave Filoni on Star Wars Future 42:40 Comments 49:52 In the Grey Review 55:54 Passenger Review 1:00:50 Ladies First Review 1:13:06 The Mandalorian and Grogu Spoiler Review 1:27:51 Filmmaker DJ Remark Interview 1:52:24 I Love Boosters Review 1:58:38 Is God Is Review 2:04:30 Spider-Noir Review 2:19:48 Final Comments 2:23:58 Outro Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mandalorian and Grogu is almost here! We have a packed episode that includes highlights from a special pre-launch event hosted by Disney with the creative minds behind the magic, including Ludwig Göransson (Music By), Doug Chiang (Production Designer), Josh Roth (Prop Master), and John Knoll (VFX Supervisor); exciting information about Galaxy's Edge at Disney Parks in Florida and California, details from the movie's World Premiere, a non-spoiler review of The Mandalorian and Grogu. Composer Ludwig Göransson, production designers Doug Chiang and Andrew L. Jones, prop master Josh Roth, and visual effects supervisor John Knoll discuss expanding The Mandalorian from Disney+ to the big screen. From Ludwig Göransson's iconic Mandalorian theme and massive new orchestral score, to Doug Chiang's philosophy of balancing classic Star Wars aesthetics with fresh new ideas, this episode dives deep into the artistry behind the film. The team also shares stories about building practical sets, designing new props and weapons, creating stop-motion droids, and filming stunning Razor Crest miniature shots using cutting-edge LED technology. Plus hear fun behind-the-scenes stories involving Grogu, Sigourney Weaver, runaway mouse droids, giant jungle sets, puppeteers, and how the filmmakers continue George Lucas' vision of a lived-in Star Wars galaxy. Be sure to check back next week for a detailed spoiler-filled discussion about the movie! Related Tricia Barr recaps The Mandalorian and Grogu preview screening. Our full roundtable interview with Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau Our Maul – Shadow Lord review episode with special guest Teresa Delgado Donate to Starlight Children's Foundation through LiningUp.net Worldbuilding In Maul – Shadow Lord from Hyperspace Theories podcast Maul – Shadow Lord Breakdown and Music Analysis via Skywalking Through Neverland Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Richard Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

The Mandalorian and Grogue premiere had a reporter asking Dave Filoni about the future of Star Wars now that Kathleen Kennedy stepped down and Dave Filoni has full control. Here's what he said. MAY4TH SALE -THEORY SABERS - https://theorysabers.com/ Best sellers: Ani III - The Chosen One - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/... Prodigal Son V1 (Affordable Version) - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/... HATS and MERCH - https://www.theorysabers.com/products... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... SPOTIFY Daily Podcast Episodes - https://open.spotify.com/show/1j8jTU5... Apple Podcasts Star Wars Theory - https://apple.co/3Z0qBQE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode of Skytalkers, we are so excited to bring you a roundtable interview with the creators behind “The Mandalorian and Grogu”, Jon Favreau (writer, director) and Dave Filoni (writer, executive producer, co-president of Lucasfilm)! Tune into hear them discuss:  How did Rotta the Hutt become a central part of this film?  How difficult is it to direct and write a film where the majority of the characters are not real or masked?  How integral of Ludwig Goransson's score to this film? What goes into to deciding the best moments to see the Mandalorian without his helmet?  …and much much more!  Big thank you to all our fellow roundtable participants for their excellent questions!  Join our Patreon community and unlock bonus episodes + more! Our website! Follow us on Twitter/X @skytalkerspod Follow us on TikTok @skytalkers Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram @skytalkerspodcast Follow Charlotte on Twitter/X @crerrity Follow Caitlin on Twitter/X @caitlinplesher Email us! hello@skytalkers.com For ad inquiries please email: skytalkers@58ember.com Please note this Episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this Episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode of Skytalkers, we are so excited to bring you a roundtable interview with the creators behind "The Mandalorian and Grogu", Jon Favreau (writer, director) and Dave Filoni (writer, executive producer, co-president of Lucasfilm)! Tune into hear them discuss:  How did Rotta the Hutt become a central part of this film?  How difficult is it to direct and write a film where the majority of the characters are not real or masked?  How integral of Ludwig Goransson's score to this film? What goes into to deciding the best moments to see the Mandalorian without his helmet?  …and much much more!  Big thank you to all our fellow roundtable participants for their excellent questions!  Join our Patreon community and unlock bonus episodes + more! Our website! Follow us on Twitter/X @skytalkerspod Follow us on TikTok @skytalkers Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram @skytalkerspodcast Follow Charlotte on Twitter/X @crerrity Follow Caitlin on Twitter/X @caitlinplesher Email us! hello@skytalkers.com For ad inquiries please email: skytalkers@58ember.com Please note this Episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this Episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One week until The Mandalorian and Grogu hits theaters! We share our hopes and expectations for this new Star Wars adventure and wonder if the popularity of Baby Yoda will translate into box office success. Hot off his stunning appearance in Maul: Shadow Lord, Darth Vader is in the news spotlight this week as Dave Filoni recently discussed the lore of Vader. And speaking of Darth, The Dark Lord himself debuted at Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge and we have highlights. Ever wonder what caused the death of Leia in The Rise of Skywalker? Swank has a great breakdown. Plus, the Ahsoka season two debut window has been revealed, RFR invades Ohio next week, and Listener Feedback presents us with the question "Is Disney bad at killing characters"?

Star Wars icons Dave Filoni (writer, executive producer, and co-president of Lucasfilm) and John Favreau (writer and director) join me and some of my peers from the Star Wars fan site/podcast community to discuss The Mandalorian and Grogu. We ask Dave and John about the Mandalorian's transition to the big screen, new music, and the wonder of these beloved characters. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.Watch the Full VIDEO of this conversation on Coffee With Kenobi's YouTube channel.Coffee With Kenobi's Travel Partner – MEI/Mouse Fan Travel:Book your next adventure to Galaxy's Edge, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and more with Coffee With Kenobi's trusted travel partner, MEI Travel & Mouse Fan Travel. For expert assistance with planning your next trip, visit: CoffeeWithKenobi.com/MouseFanTravelSupport Coffee With Kenobi with the CWK Alliance:Become a member of the CWK Alliance and gain exclusive access to our weekly podcast, CWK Pour-Over, including both audio and video versions! Support the show and enjoy bonus content by signing up here:CoffeeWithKenobi.com/CWKAllianceListen to CWK Pour-Over on Spotify:Keep up with CWK Pour-Over, our weekly show that dives deeper into Star Wars and popular culture! Listen on Spotify and never miss an episode:CoffeeWithKenobi.com/SpotifyWatch CWK on YouTube:Subscribe to our YouTube channel for video content, behind-the-scenes footage, and more Star Wars discussion. Visit:CoffeeWithKenobi.com/YouTubeJoin the CWK Community:Be part of the conversation! Join the CWK Cafe, a place for Star Wars fans to connect, share ideas, and discuss all things Star Wars. Join here: CoffeeWithKenobi.com/CommunityShop CWK Merchandise:Looking for Coffee With Kenobi gear? Check out our shop for shirts, hoodies, stickers, phone cases, and more: CoffeeWithKenobi.com/ShopContact Info for Dan Zehr:Email: danz@coffeewithkenobi.comX (Twitter): @MrZehrInstagram: @danzehrcwkThreads: @danzehrcwkPurchase Dan Zehr's Star Wars Books: Get your hands on the latest Star Wars books by Dan Zehr! Available now.Music Credit:"Eye to Eye" by Steve TorokThanks for listening, and have a great week. This is the podcast you're looking for!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coffee-with-kenobi-star-wars-community-conversation--3271982/support.Follow Coffee With Kenobi:X (Twitter): @CoffeeWithKenobiInstagram: @CoffeeWithKenobiThreads: @CoffeeWithKenobiFacebook: Coffee With KenobiYouTube: Coffee With Kenobi YouTube Channel

Welcome to Multiverse News, your source for information about all your favorite fictional universes.During Disney's annual upfront presentation on Tuesday, Marvel Television revealed that the long awaited VisionQuest series will hit Disney Plus later this fall, with the debut streaming October 14. A trailer for the Paul Bettany led spinoff was also shown to media buyers and advertisers and reportedly featured a look at James Spader's return as Ultron. This exciting update comes on the heels of Daredevil: Born Again's Season 2 finale and the release of the Punisher special presentation; with all eyes on the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day and, of course, Avengers: Doomsday,Disney's Tuesday presentation also shed some light on Lucasfilm's streaming future with Ahsoka Season 2 promised for an early 2027 release window on Disney Plus, more than 3 years after Season 1 streamed in 2023. Rosario Dawson took the stage where she teased, “This season, the battles are bigger and the stakes are higher.” Ahsoka creator and Lucasfilm co-head Dave Filoni backed Dawson's comments while featured in a sneak peek of the upcoming season.It's been a while since we discussed DC's Deathstroke & Bane team up feature with details remaining sparse since it was first announced in September; now Deadline is reporting that according to its sources not only is the film still in development, but multiple directors including Greg Mottola as a frontrunner are in talks to helm it. Mottola is no stranger to the DCU or James Gunn, having directed episodes of Peacemaker. While DC has yet to comment, Moon Knight writer Matthew Orton reportedly wrote the initial screenplay for the villain duo team-up and is set to do a rewrite if Mottola does end up being the choice. In other DCU news, Friday Night Lights actor Sinqua Walls has joined the cast of Man of Tomorrow in an undisclosed role. Deadpool and Wolverine director Shawn Levy is now attached to direct an original sci fi film written by Max Taxe titled Somewhere Out There for Netflix. New release Mortal Kombat 2 came in third place at the box office this weekend, behind The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Michael. Globally, The Devil Wears Prada 2 has crossed $400 million dollars and Michael has crossed $500 million dollars. Mortal Kombat 2 earned a worldwide box office total of $63 million dollars with only $23 million of that total made overseas. NBCUniversal has confirmed that a live-action Fast and the Furious series is in development. Vin Diesel, who will serve as a producer, announced the project, which is set up at Peacock, on stage at the NBCUniversal upfront presentation Monday morning. Florence Pugh is set to star in and produce fantasy drama The Midnight Library, which will be directed by Garth Davis. The Midnight Library is based on a novel of the same name by Matt Haig.Conan O'Brien will return to host the Oscars in 2027 which will make his third consecutive year as the host of the ceremony.Breaking Bad star Aaron Paul has joined the cast of season 3 of Prime Video's Fallout. After bringing Michael Crichton‘s theme park vision to the screen scripting 1993's Jurassic Park and two sequels, screenwriter David Koepp is looking to tackle another one. Deadline hears Koepp will revisit Westworld, the 1973 film written and directed by Crichton. A major unnamed director is also circling the project for Warner Brothers.

Jim Hill and Drew Taylor return with a packed episode that jumps from a galaxy far, far away to the runways of a surprise box office hit. They break down the evolving strategy behind Disney's theatrical releases, spotlight a full-circle Star Wars character comeback, and dig into the unexpected success of a long-awaited sequel. Along the way, they explore new animation experiments, streaming debuts, and what's next for both studios and theaters as summer heats up. HIGHLIGHTS • “The Devil Wore Prada 2” stuns with a $236 million global opening weekend, far exceeding expectations • Strong ongoing demand suggests the sequel has real staying power beyond its debut • Disney's $80 million marketing push helps turn the film into a true theatrical event • “The Mandalorian & Grogu” positions itself as a lower-risk, high-upside Star Wars release • Rotta the Hutt returns in a full-circle moment from Dave Filoni's earliest Star Wars work • “Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord” continues expanding the Disney+ storytelling universe • Disney experiments with ASL storytelling via “Songs in Sign Language” featuring Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana 2 • Pixar's “Hoppers” crosses $375 million globally and shows strong post-theatrical life on digital • Annecy 2026 lineup teases the next wave of global animation talent and projects HOSTS • Jim Hill (@JimHillMedia) – jimhillmedia.com • Drew Taylor (@DrewTailored) – drewtaylor.work FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by UnlockedMagic.com – your go-to source for great deals on Disney and Universal theme park tickets. Whether you're planning ahead or finally ready to book that 2026 trip, their team helps you save money and skip the stress so you can focus on the fun. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices