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tar Wars is officially back on the big screen for the first time in nearly seven years! In this episode, we break down Lucasfilm's massive theatrical release, The Mandalorian and Grogu.We kick things off by analyzing the grand theatrical strategy. Are we seeing history repeat itself? We draw direct parallels to the 2015 launch of The Force Awakens and discuss the heavy burden this film carries to reignite big-screen magic after years of streaming reliance.From there, we dive into the film's structural shifts, the deep-cut lore, and the creative choices that left us both thrilled and questioning the execution. We debate that jaw-dropping, high-octane opening sequence, unpack the major helmet controversy surrounding the Mandalorian Creed, and dive into a few narrative shortcuts and script choices that didn't quite land for us.Finally, we explore the deep emotional core of the film—specifically how it handles a powerful role reversal between Din Djarin and a rapidly growing Grogu.Disclosure: This episode contains full spoilers for the entire film, so make sure you've caught it in theaters before diving in!
Han Solo tells Rey and Finn about Luke Skywalker on the way to Takodana to meet Maz Kanata in this edition of our or The Force Awakens series. Ross Hollebon (Fantha Tracks, The Album Cockpit Podcast) joins us for this discussion. The segment of the movie covered by this discussion runs from 49:20 to 59:45. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Ross's experience with The Force Awakens, The introduction of Snoke and the reval of Kylo Ren's identity, Han Solo telling Rey and Finn about what happened to Luke Skywalker, Han giving some advice to Finn, Han offering Rey a job, Maz Kanata's palace on Takodana, and Kylo Ren talking to Darth Vader's helmet. Check out the last installment in our series in episode 1024. Thanks for joining us for another episode! 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.
Han Solo tells Rey and Finn about Luke Skywalker on the way to Takodana to meet Maz Kanata in this edition of our or The Force Awakens series.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens was the rebirth of a franchise. And this time, there was a woman at the center of it all, wielding a lightsaber and crafting a new narrative for the future. Jen Markham saw Rey Skywalker on screen, and wanted to be her for Halloween. The ensuing google helped her find forums and a community, and started a passion that would become a career: cosplay. Jen now has millions of subscribers that tune in for her film breakdowns, cosplay creations, and sketches that she creates. We talk about how she blends sports with her fandom, including Buffalo Bills breakdowns with Grogu, what it meant to see representation on screen even as an adult, and how much one movie can change your life. Next week's episode is Heated Rivalry with Erin Cholakian! Follow Jen on social media at @ Jenmarkham!
The dead speak! Having decimated the once peaceful STAR WARS fandom, the SEQUEL TRILOGY caused Baconsale to largely avoid talking about the whole franchise as of late. However, a sinister format has risen from the ashes of the podcast, and now Joel, Kent, and Zack must defend these three MOVIES, with only a few rant breaks to REALLY release pressure. We'll force ourselves to be positive as we quote George Lucas, discuss questionable plot points, and learn why Zack should be a screenwriter. In the end, we may even convince ourselves that The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and Rise of Skywalker don't STINK. Maybe…. They fly now, so press play.
“The Force, it's calling to you. Just let it in.” Join Ian, Liam & Kev for our 329th episode as we celebrate our annual Star Wars Day release by jumping to lightspeed into J.J. Abrams' galaxy-reviving blockbuster Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015). Megs? She's not with us this week — She's been recruited by the Resistance after showing a worrying amount of lightsaber proficiency. This week we discuss: The revival question — how The Force Awakens brought Star Wars back to life after a decade away. Nostalgia, safety, or smart recalibration? Daisy Ridley's Rey — mysterious, capable, and instantly central. Is she the perfect modern Star Wars protagonist? Why is her best work done when she's not talking? John Boyega's Finn — defector, comic relief, emotional anchor. Does the film fully realise his potential? Adam Driver's Kylo Ren — volatile, conflicted, and deliberately unfinished. One of the saga's most interesting villains? Ian breaks down the film's structure — echoes of A New Hope. Homage, remix, or outright repetition? Kev dives into the spectacle — practical effects, sound design, and what it's like to watch your first Star Wars Film The legacy characters — Han, Leia, and Luke. How well does the film balance past and future? The humour — lighter, faster, more modern. Does it fit the Star Wars tone? The “show vs tell” balance — does the film rely too heavily on familiarity, or does it earn its emotional beats? The ending — powerful, quiet, and iconic. Does it stick the landing? And finally, whether Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the Best Film Ever — or simply the most important reboot of the modern blockbuster era. Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support: Juleen from It Goes Down In The PM Hermes Auslander James DeGuzman Synthia Shai Bergerfroind Ariannah Who Loves BFE The Most Paul Komoroski Duane Smith (Duane Smith!) Andy Dickson Chris Pedersen Randal Silva Nate The Great Rev Bruce Richard Ryan Kuketz Dirk Diggler Stew from the Stew World Order podcast NorfolkDomus John Humphrey's Right Foot Timmy Tim Tim Aashrey Youth Hosteling with Chris Eubank Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/. Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/
This week on ClapperCast, Jak-Luke Sharp joins Carson Timar to celebrate May the 4th by discussing Star Wars: The Force Awakens for its 10th anniversary!Subscribe on Patreon for Bonus Episodes & Early Access: https://www.patreon.com/clappercastpodEmail us at ClapperCast@gmail.com- Social Media Links -Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClapperPodcastLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/clappercast/Carson Timar: https://bsky.app/profile/carsontimar.bsky.socialJak-Luke Sharp: https://twitter.com/JakLukeSharpCreate Your Podcast on Zencastr Today: https://zencastr.com/?via=clappercastThanks for Watching!
Follow us on all our socials! linktr.ee/overunderpodSupport the podcast on Patreon! patreon.com/overunderpodJoin our Discord server! discord.gg/Zqev7jEnXzBusiness Inquiries: overunderpodcastshow@gmail.comThis week on the Over/Under Movies Podcast, we're talking about the Disney Star Wars sequel trilogy: The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of Skywalker. These films have had a heavy influence on the overall blockbuster landscape for the last decade, with many derriding them for being poorly planned and not pleasing long-time fans of the franchise. But is this trilogy hated so much that it's actually underrated?Grow your YouTube channel w/ VidIQ!vidiq.com/r?code=9cFKKLPodcast Hosts: Dylan DeAngelis and Jason GongSpecial Guests: Caroline Juelke and Nic MysteriousIntro/Outro Music: Leva - The Vortex (Instrumental Version)Socials ---> https://linktr.ee/overunderpod
Han Solo and Chewbacca make their The Force Awakens debut when they board the Millennium Falcon and confront Rey and Finn in this edition of our The Force Awakens series. Allen Voivod from Star Wars 7x7 and author of Hyperspacing Hope joins us for this discussion. The segment of the movie covered by this discussion runs from 36:38 to 49:20. In this episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Allen's experience with The Force Awakens and his favorite characters and scenes, Kylo Ren's reaction to hearing BB-8 escaped from Jakku, BB-8's dilemma in deciding to tell Finn where the Resistance base was located, Han Solo and Chewbacca making their iconic return and their arrival on the Millennium Falcon, The in-galaxy mythology and folklore surrounding Han Solo and Luke Skywalker, The arrival of the Guavian Death Gang and Kanjiklub ("Tell that to Kanjiklub!"), and The escape from the Rathtars aboard the Millennium Falcon. For more discussion of The Force Awakens, check out episode 1012. Thanks for joining us for another episode! 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.
Han Solo and Chewbacca make their The Force Awakens debut when they board the Millennium Falcon and confront Rey and Finn in this edition of our The Force Awakens series.
Oh Yes! It's time for one of those huge episodes. Well, it's a 4 parter anyways. 2015 was a damn fine year for horror movies. Not a classic but damn fine. Unfortunately though, there is no iron clad masterpiece amongst them. Just a ton of really decent films. But, what do I think was the very greatest horror movie that came out during 2015? Well, here we have the top 10. The worst 10. A slew of also rans. Some awesome mates. Some special guests. Several pints of beer and a 7+ hour running time split over 4 episodes. This is 2015, A Year In Horror. 0.00 - Intro 16.04 - The Worst 10 Horror Movies from 2015 22.07 - The Amytiville Theatre (w/ Benjamin Bowles) 46.29 - Sci-Fi Corner 55.35 - Mad Max Fury Road (w/ Howard H Smith) 1.10.20 Star Wars The Force Awakens (w/ Marc Canale) A Year In Horror Patreon
Welcome to our 10-year anniversary retrospective of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, here on For The Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! Join Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Donovan (@DonovanMeade) & Conor (@DepaBanana) as they look back on a decade of the 1st Star Wars film of the Disney era, with very special guest (and noted Rey expert) Mads (@lite_thespark)! We look back on a decade-plus of the beginning of the sequel trilogy, including our memories of the lead-up and hype surrounding the film, from the Disney purchase announcement, to those monumental first trailers, to our own opening night experiences watching the 1st Star Wars movie in a decade! We discuss what we still love about the film, the new cast of characters, what has stuck out about it in the 10 years since its release, it's effectiveness as a legacy sequel, what perhaps doesn't work as well as we once thought it did, and combat some critiques in the age of "Sequel discourse". Since Lucasfilm didn't do much for this movie's 10-year anniversary, we for sure will! Let's turn our clocks back to 2015 and have some fun! Listen to our new Star Wars ranked series FORGING THE PATH-https://open.spotify.com/episode/4TxLfdRdjOZheaQoFyreMd?si=LeGJDWmoRqGCmf7w1l_uZQSupport The Trevor Project-https://www.thetrevorproject.org"WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choiceSupport the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texasSubscribe to our YouTube channel!-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_Aywl930XitqQYXrOr2BgFollow the podcast on Bluesky-@fortherepublicpod.bsky.social, Twitter-@ForTheRepubPod, Instagram-@fortherepublicpod, & TikTok-@fortherepublicpod for further updates on the podcast.
Rey and Finn meet on Jakku and escape from the First Order aboard the Millennium Falcon in this entry in our The Force Awakens series. This episode in our The Force Awakens series covers the portion of the movie that runs from 23:40 to 36:38. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The stormtroopers of the First Order and how they compare to the Jedi and clones, The rivalry between Kylo Ren and General Hux, Finn's arrival on Jakku, Similarities between The Force Awakens and A New Hope in this part of the movie, When Finn met Rey, Finn not telling Rey the entire story and lying about his past, and The escape from Jakku and the First Order aboard the Millennium Falcon. For more discussion of The Force Awakens, check out episode 1004. Thanks for joining us for another episode! 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.
Rey and Finn meet on Jakku and escape from the First Order aboard the Millennium Falcon in this entry in our The Force Awakens series.
Step into the Star Wars Escape Pod for a spirited, "Bogan's Advocate" debate where fans take on the ultimate challenge: defending the parts of the Skywalker Saga they actually dislike. In this episode, the crew dives into The Force Awakens, grappling with whether it's a brilliant, beautiful continuation of the franchise or a nostalgic "reboot" that plays it too safe. From praising Adam Driver's intense performance as Ben Solo to critiquing the lightning-fast character shifts of Finn, no stone in the Jakku desert is left unturned... If there was any stones to begin with. It's a hilarious and insightful mix of high-praise cinematography talk and honest fan frustration, perfect for anyone who has ever felt "empty inside" after a premiere—or just really loves a good Millennium Falcon skid. Don't forget to wait to the end for our next chapter of Anakins lost diary! Check out the Star Wars Archives link in our description for a database of all 400+ episodes! Orbitkey Disney Collection Add a sprinkle of Disney magic to your everyday carry. The Disney x Orbitkey Collection features fun, functional accessories inspired by Disney characters, designed to make staying organised feel like magic. https://www.orbitkey.com/pages/disney?srsltid=AfmBOorl0UJrj6Skr7fWecL5ZzpxJ6tt757WShCMY3XcCGsLaXPwzBUw Kirk is on YouTube: @kirkmihelakos https://www.youtube.com/designedbykirk Darian is on YouTube: @TheManDarian https://www.youtube.com/@TheManDarian Matt the artist at sketch to paint https://sketchtopaint.com https://www.instagram.com/sketch_to_paint/ ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod
Summary Welcome to Episode 423 of WSTR! This episode's topics include:In this episode, Todd Hoffman reflects on the 10-year anniversary of 'The Force Awakens,' sharing personal anecdotes, character expectations, and the impact of the film on the Star Wars franchise. He discusses the excitement leading up to the premiere, memorable experiences, and the mixed reactions from fans. The conversation also touches on the film's legacy, comparisons to 'A New Hope,' and the future of Star Wars projects. Takeaways The anticipation for 'The Force Awakens' was palpable among fans. Personal experiences leading up to the premiere created lasting memories. Character arcs, especially for Finn and Kylo Ren, were significant points of discussion. The online discourse surrounding the sequels has been divisive and toxic. 'The Force Awakens' mirrors 'A New Hope' in many ways, which has drawn criticism. Marketing for the film was effective and created excitement. The film's legacy is complicated by the subsequent sequels. Fans felt that certain character moments were missed opportunities. The Knights of Ren were underutilized in the sequels. Todd emphasizes the importance of enjoying Star Wars despite its controversies. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Force Awakens Anniversary 02:30 Excitement and Anticipation for The Force Awakens 06:16 Memorable Experiences Leading Up to the Premiere 10:39 Character Expectations and Marketing Insights 14:33 Iconic Moments and Missteps in The Force Awakens 18:19 Character Arcs and Their Development 22:41 Fan Reactions and Online Discourse 26:42 Comparisons to A New Hope 30:21 World-Building and Production Choices 34:35 Legacy and Impact of The Force Awakens 38:16 News and Updates on Star Wars Projects 42:24 Closing Thoughts and 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
Hello there! Welcome to Force Ghost Conversations. This podcast is your home for cozy, deep dives into all things Star Wars and Lucasfilm-adjacent properties. Each week, our host will be joined by fans, creators, and believers in the principles from the Galaxy far, far away to discuss the thematic elements from our favorite Lucasfilm properties. Without further adieu, it is time to gather around the campfire for some Force Ghost Conversations.Not only does the Force Awakens get to celebrate its 10th anniversary, but the first novel from Chuck Wendig's Aftermath trilogy is also celebrating a milestone! The novel was the first foray into post-Return of the Jedi canon. To discuss its place in Star Wars history, we are joined by Greg Cass, aka EyeOnCanon, from the Long Take Review.Topics Discussed Include:1. Were the Expectations Fair or Unfair?2. Did the Book Play it Safe?3. Our Favorite InterludesSupport the show on Patreon!If you want to continue the conversation, please follow us at the following websites:Blue SkyThreadsTwitterFacebookInstagramYouTubeMerchandiseToday's guest is Greg Cass, aka EyeOnCanon, from the Long Take Review and the Rebel Base Card. Be sure to support their work wherever you get your podcasts.
"I want to be free of this pain."70mm goes BACK TO JAKKU with JJ Abrams's STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS. We also talk about about new show theme music from Tim McEwan of THE MIDNIGHT, Netflix saying no thanks to Warner Brothers, Proto watching WILLOW and EMPIRE OF THE DARK, Danny watching THE VILLAGE and K POP DEMON HUNTERS, and slim watching 48 HOURS. In the uncut portion of the episode we discuss the TITAN sub documentary, chicken updates, and Danny needing to go to sleep.Chapters:(00:00:00) Introductions (00:05:24) What we watched(00:22:22) Episode VII(01:34:42) Voicemails(01:48:57) Next weekSupport the 70mm Patreon to join our VHS Village Discord and access exclusive episodes in the 70mm Vault which includes over 70 movies! Signing up for the Patreon also get your own membership card, member-only discounts on merch, and the ability to vote on future episodes!Don't forget you can visit our website to shop our storefront to buy prints and merch, follow us on Letterboxd, email the show, and much more.70mm is a TAPEDECK podcast, along with our friends at BAT & SPIDER, The Letterboxd Show, Austin Danger Pod, Escape Hatch, Will Run For..., Lost Light, The Movie Mixtape, and Twin Vipers.(Gone but not forgotten; Cinenauts + FILM HAGS.) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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In part two of our series on The Force Awakens, the audience meets a scavenger named "Rey" and FN-2187 busts Poe out of First Order captivity. We are joined by Greg McLaughlin from The Rebel Base Card Podcast joins us for the discussion. The segment of The Force Awakens we are discussing in this episode runs from 10:41 to 23:40. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Some of Greg's experiences with The Force Awakens, The introduction of Rey, her home, and her rescue of BB-8, Kylo Ren's interrogation of Poe Dameron and the use of a unique Force power, Rey's bartering with Unkar Plutt, FN-2187 becoming "Finn," and Finn and Poe escaping from the First Order. Check out part one of our The Force Awakens series in episode 992. Thanks for joining us for another episode! 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.
In part two of our series on The Force Awakens, the audience meets a scavenger named “Rey” and FN-2187 busts Poe out of First Order captivity.
We conclude our Star Wars season with 2019's The Rise of Skywalker, J.J. Abrams' second stab at the franchise having kicked off the sequel trilogy with The Force Awakens 4 years prior.Where the latter was an exercise in replaying familiar hits, Episode IX was all about course correction after the split fan reaction to The Last Jedi. Kylo Ren has his mask back, force ghost Luke likes his light sabre again and Palpatine is back. Somehow.But is the magic back? Contrary to Luke's declaration in The Last Jedi, I'm afraid this one is going to go the way you think.Join the Redshirt Cinema Club! Support us at patreon.com/redshirtcinemaclub to receive two bonus episodes every month as well as our newsletter, The Civilian Observer.You can also follow us at x.com/redshirtcinema, and get in touch at redshirtcinemaclub@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of SuperHero Homies!, we rank every live-action Star Wars movie and TV series released under Disney from worst to best. That means all 13 projects — including The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, The Rise of Skywalker, Rogue One, Solo, The Mandalorian, Andor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Book of Boba Fett, Ahsoka, The Acolyte, and Skeleton Crew — enter the arena. Yes, even Skeleton Crew gets its day in court. Is Andor still the prestige king of Disney Star Wars? Did The Mandalorian redefine the franchise? Has time been kind to the Sequel Trilogy? Where does Ahsoka land? And does Skeleton Crew surprise us or drift into hyperspace obscurity? We debate, we defend, and we reshuffle the galaxy one ranking at a time. Before we jump to hyperspace, our cold open dives into the latest rumors surrounding Spider-Man: Brand New Day, including possible appearances from Tombstone, Jean Grey, and Man-Spider. We also theorize about the X-Men's potential role in Avengers: Doomsday and what incursions could mean for the MCU moving forward. If you love Star Wars rankings, MCU theories, Marvel and DC discussions, comic book commentary, superhero movie reviews, and pop culture debates, this episode is built for you. Whether you're loyal to the light side, flirting with the dark side, or just here for the chaos, we've got you covered. SuperHero Homies is your home for superhero and sci-fi commentary, nerd culture analysis, comic book discussions, and movie & TV reviews. Want to support the show? Grab official merch — t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags, and more: https://superherohomies.printify.me/ Like, comment, subscribe, and tell us your ranking in the comments. The galaxy is vast. The takes are hotter than Mustafar.
"This will begin to make things right."As first lines go, this is powerful stuff. An acknowledgement that what came before wasn't up to scratch. A promise that what you're about to see will bring back the old magic. But does The Force Awakens deliver where it counts? J. J. Abrams is the man with the seemingly impossible task, fresh from reviving (and then killing?) the Star Trek movie franchise, his first film in the new trilogy introduces new characters, revisits old ones, and has an evil base the size of 10 Death Stars. What more could a Star Wars fan want?Admittedly it's tough to watch this film over 10 years later without the following two movies constantly invading your mind like some kind of insidious Force Power, but that's what we've tried to do; watch The Force Awakens with fresh eyes, before conjuring equally fresh opinions. Ready to take the plunge alongside us? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Happy Star Wars Podcast Day 2026, celebrating the very first Star Wars Podcaast, "Jedi Talk" debuting in this back back in 1999!To celebrate we are joining up with our good friend Regan, from the "Come on, It's still good" Podcast to discuss the 10th anniversary of Star Wars returning to cinemas with "The Force Awakens". We talk about the positives, the negatives and all things in between so strap on your buckets, let's go!!Please follow the show at:Mando_Vision on Twitter and Instagram. MandoVision on Blue SkyEmail: MandoVisionTom@gmail.comPlease, like, subscribe and share the show with your friends on all of your favorite podcast platforms and if you can take the time to write a 5-Star review, it will be read on the show! Thank for all the support, please stay safe and take care of each other. Music by Dirty Sweet and used with permission.All audio clips from any “Star Wars” material is copyright of Disney Enterprises Inc. and is only used for the sole purpose of promotion of Disney property and to provide context for talking points. Mando Vision is copyright Thomas Pritchard 2026. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Nigel and Fay join Owen to ponder is the real Liverpool are now standing up??? Two frabjous wins in a week, with 10 goals scored, represents a huge upturn in form, and with a stirring goal by Ibou Konaté to cap off a marvellous performance against Newcastle, we think about that game and what the future might now hold. YNWA!!KOP ON YOUTUBE: ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/c/koponpodcast“Kop On!” is a podcast dedicated to the worldwide LFC Family
Our The Force Awakens series begins with Poe Dameron getting part of the map to Luke Skywalker just before Kylo Ren and the First Order attack. Ryder Waldron from Idiot's Array joins us for this discussion. This episode covers the portion of The Force Awakens that runs from the beginning to 10:41. In this fully armed operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Some of our early experiences seeing The Force Awakens and Ryder's favorite moments, The details of the opening crawl, How The Force Awakens changed its opening shot from other Star Wars movies, The introduction of Poe Dameron, BB-8, and Lor San Tekka, The First Order's arrival on Jakku and Kylo Ren's quest for the map to Luke Skywalker, Kylo Ren's unique force powers, The introduction of FN-2187 (Finn) and his anxiety, The introduction of Captain Phasma, and more. Thanks for joining us for another episode! 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.
Our The Force Awakens series begins with Poe Dameron getting part of the map to Luke Skywalker just before Kylo Ren and the First Order attack.
The Decade Project is an ongoing One Heat Minute Productions Patreon exclusive podcast looking back at the films released ten years ago to reflect on what continues to resonate and what's ripe for rediscovery. The third year being released on the main podcast feed is the films of 2015. To hear a fantastic chorus of guests and I unpack the films of 2016 in 2026, subscribe to our Patreon here for as little as $1 a month. In the latest episode, chief instigator of One Heat Minute - Stu Coote - and I discuss the feeling of something we loved so dear coming back to the big screen, STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS.Stu Coote:The co-host of the (retired) Sinner Files movie podcast is the chief instigator of our cinematic deep dives brand.One Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Welcome to the place where we get to let our geek flags fly and talk about all things geek. Basically a fuzzy guide to life, the universe, and everything but mostly geek stuff. You'd think after doing 34+ episodes talking Star Wars, we'd find it hard to chat for over an hour with no more plans than discussing The Force Awakens after a decade of existence, but you'd be wrong. We chat about that, Star Wars Galaxy's Edge news, video games, content coming in 2026, and more. For anyone curious, all the previous episodes are listed below. Enjoy!Jan 27 2017 - Ep. 25 - We are one with the Force and the Force is with us - Reposted Feb 5 2020 as Wayback #4Nov 5 2017 - Ep 65 - Shaun Talks Star Wars (Plus Thor Ragnarok!) - Reposted Mar 27 2018 as Ep 85 - Shaun and I Talked MoviesDec 15, 2017 - Bonusode 7 - Last Jedi Non-Spoiler Review18 Jan 2018 - Ep 75 - The Last PodcastMay 31 2019 - Ep 146 - Don't Be a Phantom Menace to Siths in HoodsJan 10 2020 - Ep 170 - It's Beginning to Wookiee lot like SPOILERSApril 1 2020 - Ep 185 - Spaghetti Space Western Samurai Show Spoilers Part UNOApril 5 2020 - Part DeuceMay 2 2020 - Ep 189 - We are 1-2-3 with the FourthJune 6 2020 - Ep 194 - Ended the Clone Wars HasJan 31 2021 - Ep 228 - SPOILERS… This is still the wayMar 21 2021 - Ep 235 Disney's Star Wars with the QuafectaNov 12 2021 - Ep 268 - Star Wars is DeadNov 22 2021 - Ep 270 - Building a Better Star WarsFeb 28 2022 - Ep 283 - (Bob)A Fett is BornMar 27 2022 - Ep 287 - Best Star Wars CharactersApr 30 2022 - #292 - War of Stars Multiversal Special EditionJune 26 2022 - Ep 300 - The Torment of Star WarsAug 4 2022 - Bonusode 27 - Hello There… The Kenobi ReviewDec 10 2022 - Ep 324 - The Andor SPOILER ReviewFeb 25 2023 - Ep 335 - Jack Toks Star WarsMay 7 2023 - Ep 345 - Youse a Bad Batch, MandoMay 27 2023 - Ep 348 - The Rise of the CBM Defenders - Defending the Skywalker ConclusionJune 18 2023 - Ep 351 - Insert bad pun about VisionDec 3 2023 - Ep 374 - Jack Toks AhsokaMay 4 2024 - Ep 395 - Wookiee Poe Nubs Embo Alderaan PlacesMay 19 2024 - Ep 397 - Tales of bad batches and empiresJuly 29 2024 - Ep 406 - Heavy SPOILERS… Acolyte TalkFeb 3 2025 - Ep 432 - This show has got bonesFeb 20 2025 - Ep 435 - A Solo CBM DefendersMay 20 2025 - Ep 444 - All dressed up… Star Wars talk is a goJune 8 2025 - Ep 447 - Geek Talk Andor Spoiler ReviewJune 23 2025 - Ep 449 - This is where the fun beginsDec 15 2025 - Ep 473 - 2025 VisionCongrats on completing Level 477! Feel free to contact me on social media (@wookieeriot). You can also reach the show by e-mail, laughitupfuzzballpodcast@gmail.com. All other links are easily findable on linktr.ee/laughitupfuzzball for merch, the Facebook group, etc. I'd love to hear from you. Subscribe to the feed on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Google podcasts, or any of the apps which pull from those sources. Go do your thing so I can keep doing mine. If you feel so inclined, drop a positive rating or comment on those apps. Ratings help others find the madness. Tell your friends, geekery is always better with peers. Thank YOU for being a part of this hilarity! There's a plethora of ways to comment about the show and I look forward to seeing your thoughts, comments, and ideas. May the force be with us all, thanks for stopping by, you stay classy, be excellent to each other and party on dudes! TTFN… Wookiee out!
BREAKING NEWS: Kathleen Kennedy's control of Lucasfilm and Star Wars has come to an end. We review some telling highlights from Kathy's exit interview and discuss her Star Wars legacy. With Dave Filoni taking charge of Lucasfilm, does this mean George Lucas will return to the fold? We share our thoughts. Disney revealed a facelift is coming to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland as Original Trilogy characters and situations will be incorporated into the theme park this April. We review all the information about the changes and offer our opinions. Star Wars: Starfighter will feature lightsaber duels and none other than Tom Cruise stopped by the set to jump behind the camera to shoot a sequence. We look at a fresh interview with director Shawn Levy and speculate which characters will be involved in the duel and why. Mark Hamill recently discussed The Force Awakens and the lack of a reunion between Han, Luke and Leia. Find out why such a get together never materialized. Plus, we got interview highlights from Mia Goth, Oscar Isaac and more!
We're kicking off the new year with a celebration of the 10th anniversary of Star Wars: The Force Awakens! We put together a "10 for 10" list featuring our favorite things about Episode VII. Plus, our thoughts on finally being able to say a new Star Wars movie is happening *this* year (shocker)! Website: http://www.friendsoftheforcepod.comBluesky: https://tinyurl.com/36zwf8ayTwitter: https://x.com/FriendsOfForceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/FriendsOfTheForceLinktree: https://linktr.ee/friendsoftheforceThank you to all of our Patrons, including our Luminous Beings: Brian, Emma, Jenn, and Travis.#StarWars #TheForceAwakens
The 2025 season of Star Wars has come to an end and we hope everyone had a great year and happy holidays with family and friends! To start this new year of 2026, Catrina Dennis from The Geeky Waffle and the CEO of Ventress, joins us as we take a fond look back at the Star Wars chapters that closed in the colloquial "Phase 2" and all the personal stories that were created, from ANDOR season 2, Skeleton Crew, Visions Vol. 3, to anniversaries celebrated for Revenge Of The Sith and The Force Awakens, and publishing stories like The High Republic and Legacy Of Vader. It's always a great time to look back and see all the amazing Star Wars we enjoyed!But, as some things end other begins, and with a potential change in leadership at Lucasfilm, this upcoming "Phase 3" promises many more stories to enjoy. However... will some of these stories seem a little too "safe" compared to what we've seen before? We discuss what's coming in 2026 and beyond, from The Mandalorian And Grogu, to Starfighter, to the highly anticipated MAUL: Shadow Lord!2026 looks promising, and as we start this year with enthusiasm and hope for the future, we 're appreciative you continue to join our journey!• • •TRIAD Of The FORCE is a STAR WARS+ podcast hosted by Gus, Nani, & 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.
The Force Awakens 10th anniversary celebration continues and this time Albert is joined by Patreon members to discuss their top 3 moments from the movie! Is there a bigger moment than the death of Han Solo? Subscribe to Patreon to hear the full episode and find out! Note: We had an issue with Restream last night (again) so I was only able to edit a single audio file which resulted in loss of fidelity. They've assured me they've taken measures to prevent this going forward but wanted to give you guys a heads up and apologize. It was a great conversation all around with the guest hosts regardless so hope you guys enjoy the audio. Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: hellothere@cantinacast.com Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store
Ten years ago we promised to revist our thoughts on our 2015 review of The Force Awakens. So we did it! And did some of out impressions and thoughts change? For sure. Enjoy this week's episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ten years ago we promised to revist our thoughts on our 2015 review of The Force Awakens. So we did it! And did some of out impressions and thoughts change? For sure. Enjoy this week's episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
At long last, our first watch party! In celebration of a decade of The Force Awakens, Adam, Ryan, Mike and Jason sat down with our Patrons for a viewing of one of our absolute favorite Star Wars films. This version is without film audio so you can sync it up with your own Disney Plus player and watch along.Become a Patron and get the version that contains the film audio along with our commentary - perfect for a road trip, some work around the house, or any time you need to disassociate and listen to Star Wars with friends. Follow and message us on Instagram to get 15% off your first purchase at rsvlts.com!Follow TTM on social media: thankthemakerpod.comDonate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme.Follow the hosts on social media:Adam RussellNick GhanbarianWilliam Ryan KeyMike ForesterJason ChiodoAhsoka, Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka Tano, Rosario Dawson, Hayden Christensen, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, The Book of Boba Fett, The Bad Batch, The High Republic, #makesolo2happen, The Mandalorian, Star Wars Visions, Anime, Star Wars Anime, Disney Gallery, Galactic Starcruiser, Halcyon, Chandrila Star Line, Galaxy's Edge, Rogue Squadron, Disney+ Day, Hondo Supply, Armor Party, Kathleen Kennedy, Star Wars Celebration, Star Wars Black Series, Temuera Morrison, Black Krrsantan, Tosche Station, Danny Trejo, Fennec Shand, Ming-Na Wen, Mark Hamill, Luke Skywalker, Cad Bane, Princess Leia, Vivien Lyra Blair, Carrie Fisher, Tales of the Jedi, Cassian Andor, Bix Caleen, Brasso, Luthen Rael, Mon Mothma, Vel Sartha, Cinta Kaz, Dedra Meero, Syril Karn, Orson Krennic, Ryan Gosling, Mia Goth
In celebration of a decade of The Force Awakens and 300 episodes of Thank The Maker, we welcome accomplished actor, philanthropist, musician and Resistance Pilot Snap Wexley himself, Greg Grunberg to the show. Please enjoy truly one of the best times we've had recording this program in the past 5 years. Visit TalkAboutIt.orgFollow Greg GrunbergFollow and message us on Instagram to get 15% off your first purchase at rsvlts.com!Follow TTM on social media: thankthemakerpod.comDonate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme.Follow the hosts on social media:Adam RussellNick GhanbarianWilliam Ryan KeyMike ForesterJason ChiodoAhsoka, Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka Tano, Rosario Dawson, Hayden Christensen, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, The Book of Boba Fett, The Bad Batch, The High Republic, #makesolo2happen, The Mandalorian, Star Wars Visions, Anime, Star Wars Anime, Disney Gallery, Galactic Starcruiser, Halcyon, Chandrila Star Line, Galaxy's Edge, Rogue Squadron, Disney+ Day, Hondo Supply, Armor Party, Kathleen Kennedy, Star Wars Celebration, Star Wars Black Series, Temuera Morrison, Black Krrsantan, Tosche Station, Danny Trejo, Fennec Shand, Ming-Na Wen, Mark Hamill, Luke Skywalker, Cad Bane, Princess Leia, Vivien Lyra Blair, Carrie Fisher, Tales of the Jedi, Cassian Andor, Bix Caleen, Brasso, Luthen Rael, Mon Mothma, Vel Sartha, Cinta Kaz, Dedra Meero, Syril Karn, Orson Krennic, Ryan Gosling, Mia Goth
Skywalking Through Neverland: A Star Wars / Disney Fan Podcast
Join us as we continue celebrating the 10-year anniversary of The Force Awakens with a holiday-themed trip back to December 2015! In this episode, we dig into the audio archives to relive THE FORCE AWAKENS Global Press Conference at the Los Angeles Convention Center, featuring cast and filmmakers including Carrie Fisher, Harrison Ford, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Adam Driver, Kathleen Kennedy, and J.J. Abrams, with standout moments moderated by Mindy Kaling. We also revisit the Chinese Theatre forecourt, sharing original audio recorded straight from the line with friends like Matt Baird, Emelia Lindgren, Obi-Shawn Crosby, and highlights that capture how Star Wars fandom and "lining up" culture evolved between the prequel and sequel eras. We wrap up with a look back at THE FORCE AWAKENS itself—our first reactions and how it holds up ten years later. Have you watched it recently? Let us know what you thought! 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.
This week on Star Wars Ranked: Our Favorite The Force Awakens Moments NOW! From the minds of Ken Napzok (comedian, host of The Blathering), Joseph Scrimshaw (comedian, writer, director of Dead Media), and Jennifer Landa (actor, YouTuber, crafter, contributor on StarWars.com) comes the ForceCenter Podcast Feed. Here you will find a series of shows exploring, discussing, and celebrating everything about Star Wars. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. Listen on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Spotify, and more!Follow ForceCenter!Watch on YouTube!Support us on PatreonForceCenter merch!More from ForceCenter: https://linktr.ee/ForceCenter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hard to believe it's been 10 years since The Force Awakens reignited the Star Wars fandom and reset expectations for legacy franchises. Join Albert as he reflects on the legacy, themes, and importance of Episode 7 within the context of both the future of the Star Wars galaxy and the franchise/fandom. Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: hellothere@cantinacast.com Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store
DAVID and MARI talk all things THE FORCE AWAKENS for its 10th anniversary!Buy your next lightsaber and more at https://legionsabers.com/ and use the code STUFF at checkout for 15% off!You can also help the podcast and type out a review on APPLE Podcasts and give us 5 stars on SPOTIFY!Email us your questions, comments, random thoughts, anything you want to share with us at starwarsstuffpodcast@gmail.comNEW TIERS NOW ONLY ON Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Starwarsstuffpodcast2187Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StarWarsstuffPodcastTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/gTr8Pg/TWITTER - @STUFFpodINSTAGRAM - @starwarsstuffpodFACEBOOK - STAR WARS stuff group and Star Wars stuff Podcast pagestarwarsstuffpodcast.comShoutouts to our TOP Tier PATRONS!Liam McCallionKevin LeiningerDevin McCaffreyZac NetzelMaya MorrissAdam HaberFrontrowkingMariana Attia-ArnoldCamfromIndianaResqJedi27Alex BlundellIndiana SoloTHANK YOU ! ! ! ! !
ForceCast Network: Star Wars News and Commentary (All Shows)
The ForceCast is BACK!!!This week, Ryan and Brad discuss the 10th anniversary of The Force Awakens.What was their first watch like? How has it aged? How has the new era played out?All that is discussed and more!
In Star Wars news, Starfighter already finished filming and we get our first look at Matt Smith's look in the movie! Daisy Ridley gives an update on her future Star Wars movies, we shall all practice patience, but it's moving in a great direction and PERHAPS filming soon?! We also run through a fun round of Will of the Force, launch giveaway contests, and read you #ResistanceTransmissions of The Force Awakens memories! What a cozy episode. If you like having a great time talking Star Wars, you've found your home, because if you're listening to this broadcast, you are part of The Resistance! Thank you for listening and supporting our podcast! This is our final episode of 2025, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
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Let's go back to December 2015 and the first big review of the ForceCenter podcast. In celebration of the tenth anniversary of The Force Awakens' release on December 18th, 2015, let's go back two days later to The Force Awakens breakdown episode. Originally aired on December 20th, 2015, this was the first major review of the podcast that had only begun two months earlier. Now with a bonus intro looking back at how the episode helped define the ForceCenter approach, enjoy this classic review with Joseph Scrimshaw and Ken Napzok on the 819th episode of ForceCenterFrom the minds of Ken Napzok (comedian, host of The Blathering), Joseph Scrimshaw (comedian, writer, director of Dead Media), and Jennifer Landa (actress, YouTuber, crafter, contributor on StarWars.com) comes the ForceCenter Podcast Feed. Here you will find a series of shows exploring, discussing, and celebrating everything about Star Wars. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. Listen on TuneIn, Amazon Music, Spotify, and more!Follow ForceCenter!Watch on YouTube!Support us on PatreonForceCenter merch!All from ForceCenter: https://linktr.ee/ForceCenter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Somehow it has been ten years since The Force Awakens and this new era of Star Wars began and this week we are looking back at that movie and all the new stories set in the galaxy far far away that it led to. Join us as we pick the one moment from the last decade that defines the era for us and we discuss where we hope Star Wars storytelling could go in the next ten years! So alert the Resistance, call up Teedo, listen today and celebrate the love! JOIN THE BLAST POINTS ARMY and SUPPORT BLAST POINTS ON PATREON! NEW ANDOR SEASON 2 EPISODE COMMENTARIES! HEAR EPISODES EARLY AND SO MUCH MORE! Theme Music! downloadable tunes from episodes! Extra goodies! and so much MORE! www.patreon.com/blastpoints Blast Points T-SHIRTS are now available! Represent your favorite podcast everywhere you go! Get logo shirts while supplies last! Perfect for conventions, dates, formal events and more! Get them here: www.etsy.com/shop/Gibnerd?section_id=21195481 If you dug the show, please leave BLAST POINTS a review on iTunes, Spotify and share the show with friends! If you leave an iTunes review, we will read it on a future episode! Honestly! Talk to Blast Points on twitter at @blast_points "Like" Blast Points on Facebook Join the Blast Points Super Star Wars Chill Group here www.facebook.com/groups/BlastPointsGroup/ we are also on Instagram! Wow! www.instagram.com/blastpoints Your hosts are Jason Gibner & Gabe Bott! contact BLAST POINTS at : contact@blastpointspodcast.com May the Force be with you, always! This podcast is not affiliated in any way with Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC, The Walt Disney Company, or any of their affiliates or subsidiaries.
It's time for ForceCenter NOW! What are YOUR favorite moments, characters, music, promotion and more from The Force Awakens? It's time to tell the world! Go live with Joseph Scrimshaw and Ken Napzok to discuss it all on the 814th episode of ForceCenterFrom the minds of Ken Napzok (comedian, host of The Blathering), Joseph Scrimshaw (comedian, writer, director of Dead Media), and Jennifer Landa (actress, YouTuber, crafter, contributor on StarWars.com) comes the ForceCenter Podcast Feed. Here you will find a series of shows exploring, discussing, and celebrating everything about Star Wars. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. Listen on TuneIn, Amazon Music, Spotify, and more!Follow ForceCenter!Watch on YouTube!Support us on PatreonForceCenter merch!All from ForceCenter: https://linktr.ee/ForceCenter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Star Wars Ranked: Our Favorite The Force Awakens Moments NOW! From the minds of Ken Napzok (comedian, host of The Blathering), Joseph Scrimshaw (comedian, writer, director of Dead Media), and Jennifer Landa (actor, YouTuber, crafter, contributor on StarWars.com) comes the ForceCenter Podcast Feed. Here you will find a series of shows exploring, discussing, and celebrating everything about Star Wars. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. Listen on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Spotify, and more!Follow ForceCenter!Watch on YouTube!Support us on PatreonForceCenter merch!More from ForceCenter: https://linktr.ee/ForceCenter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Earlier this week, it was announced that the long-running Star Wars Insider magazine will be releasing its final issue in early 2026. We look back at it's legacy and impact with founder Dan Madsen, who joins us In The Cantina to share behind-the-scenes stories about the early days of the magazine, his favorite memories of interviewing George Lucas, and his feelings about the magazine he started over 30 years ago finally coming to an end. Star Wars: Starfighter is gearing up for a 2027 release and we review interview comments from actor Matt Smith and director Shawn Levy who gets us caught up on the latest production updates. Plus, Daniel Craig looks back on his experience as a stormtrooper in The Force Awakens, new Lucas Museum news, and harmless lightsaber stabs to the midsection.