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Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics is back! This week, we're breaking down issue #61, "Screams in the Void," released on April 13, 1982. Lauded as one of the premiere issues of this Marvel Comics series, "Screams in the Void" is a fan favorite. We got dozens of comments when we posted the cover out on social media for your opinions.  Richard shares his childhood memories of this pivotal issue, while Sarah experiences its twists and revelations for the first time. Along the way, we compare its artwork and ideas to The Force Awakens, Return of the Jedi, Ralph McQuarrie's concept art, and even Star Trek's The Trouble with Tribbles. This fast-moving issue leaves us with one enormous cliffhanger: did Luke Skywalker actually kill Shira Brie?? About Issue 61: Screams in the Void The Empire has captured a Teezl, a living communicator capable of transmitting information across the galaxy in the blink of an eye. Luke, Shira Brie, and a team of Rebel pilots infiltrate the Imperial armada in modified TIE fighters, but when the Teezl blocks their communications, Luke uses the Force to identify an enemy—and unknowingly shoots down Shira Brie! Release date: April 13th, 1982 Written by: David Michelinie & Walt Simonson Artwork by: Walt Simonson, Tom Palmer, Glynis Wein Coloring by: Don Warfield Cover Art: Walt Simonson About Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics For those new to our CMSWC sub-series, we are working our way through the original Star Wars comic run published by Marvel from 1977 to 1986. Along the way, we share childhood memories, first-time reactions, artistic observations, and connections to later Star Wars films, series, novels, comics, video games, and even theme parks. Think of it as a Star Wars history lesson, celebrating what we love. We take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute! Contact Us Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook.

Welcome to Multiverse News, your source for information about all your favorite fictional universes.The X-Men roster keeps filling out, with The Hollywood Reporter reporting that Asa Germann is in final talks to play Angel in Marvel Studios' upcoming X-Men film. Germann is coming off superhero series Gen V and horror hit Scream 7, so this would be his second trip into comic book territory in as many years. Marvel has not confirmed the casting or said anything about where Warren Worthington fits into the story. The first trailer for Godzilla Minus Zero arrived last week with Takashi Yamazaki back to direct a sequel set two years after the events of his 2023 hit Godzilla Minus One. The footage points to a fragile postwar peace giving way to a new threat, though the studio has kept the specifics of that threat under wraps. The film opens in North American theaters on November 6. The 78th Emmy Awards were handed out Monday night, and the story of the evening was Matthew Rhys, who took lead actor in a comedy for Widow's Bay and lead actor in a limited series for The Beast in Me, making him the first male performer to win two lead acting Emmys in the same year. His show had the bigger night by volume, with Widow's Bay winning best comedy series and finishing as the most awarded program of the year at 14 trophies across the three ceremonies. The Pitt took best drama series for a second straight year alongside a lead actor win for Noah Wyle, DTF St. Louis won best limited or anthology series, and Jean Smart made history of her own with a fifth consecutive lead actress win for Hacks. Kate O'Flynn, Stephen Root, Allison Janney, Rhea Seehorn, Tom Pelphrey and Sally Field also took acting trophies, while The Late Show With Stephen Colbert won best variety series and The Traitors won best reality competition.Warner Bros.' Practical Magic 2 opened to $30 million domestically from 4,146 theaters, ending Spider-Man: Brand New Day's six-weekend run at number one. Spider-Man took second with $8.4 million, bringing its domestic total to roughly $935.2 million and leaving it about $1.4 million short of The Force Awakens' all-time domestic record.Peacock has released the full trailer and first-look photos for Crystal Lake, its Friday the 13th prequel series from A24 and creator Brad Caleb Kane. Linda Cardellini stars as Pam Voorhees, and all eight episodes arrive October 15.Paramount and Skydance Sports have released the trailer for Mr. Irrelevant, a biopic about late New York Giants running back John Tuggle. David Corenswet stars and the Jonathan Levine directed film premieres over Christmas.Netflix has ordered a new take on Lonesome Dove to series, from co-showrunners Zoe Kazan and Jeb Stuart. The pair are also co-showrunners on the streamer's upcoming East of Eden, and the Larry McMurtry novel was previously adapted into an award-winning 1989 CBS miniseries starring Robert Duvall.John Mulaney is in talks to star in a Get Smart reimagining in early development at Warner Bros., per The Hollywood Reporter. Now You See Me, Now You Don't screenwriter Seth Grahame-Smith is writing.HBO's Harry Potter series has added a trio of cast members for season 2 which is currently in production including Rafe Spall as Arthur Weasley, Molly Hewitt-Richards as Moaning Myrtle, and Jasper Ambrose as Colin Creevey.Paramount Pictures has entered talks with Paul Feig to direct a follow up to the 2003 film The Italian Job, which starred Mark Wahlberg, Charlize Theron, Edward Norton and Jason Statham. The studio is still looking for a writer.

Welcome to this weeks episode (hopefully on time) This week Jim returns for a health update and some garlic harvesting which morphs in to booze talk. Elton gets to play a video game and apparently has a Dolphins lungs, while Darren has some heart stopping car bills, hotdogs in mash in a bun and a conversation with a piece of Ikea furnature in Skyrim. Lee, laments the last fortnight of podcast technical issues, reviews a book about doing a job at the end of the world and reviews a unique take on the zombie / infected humans horror genre from the creative team behind Train to Busan.  Then after some Force Awakens feedback, we move on to this weeks film. A film that is either an artistic alegorical, symbolic, apocalyptic anxiety dream brought about by a couples traumatically messy divorce or an excuse to sit the episode out eating muffins... Either way we review the notorious 1980 movie Possession. Media Discussed This Week Titanic II - Any old VoD site looking for cheap content Far Cry: New Dawn - PC / Xbox / Playstation The Last Postman by Ben H Winters - Any book store Skyrim - Ikea DLC - Steam / Ikea  Colony - Limited theatrical release / Apple TV  The Gentlemen Season 2 - Netflix Wander Berg - Steam / Itch IO Possession - Amazon Prime / BFI Player  

The Star Wars: Resistance episodes “The Disappeared” and “Descent” take place right at the beginning of The Force Awakens, so we're detouring back into animated territory to cover the lead-up to the destruction of Hosnian Prime.In our coverage this week, we talk about the fascistic tendency of “disappearing” people and how it lines up (or doesn't) with the social contract on the Colossus. We also talk through the appeal of an Agent Tierney to a young person like Tam; why Doza might be continuing to submit to the First Order; and how Leia is activating new Resistance cells across the galaxy.Want more Growing Up Skywalker? This is a great time to sign up for our Patreon for bonus audio content! We've got Ninth Jedi coverage on tap right after Sam recaps the Phasma novel for us.Timestamps:00:00:00 Who Are We?00:02:01 Plot Summary00:09:46 Fascism and “Disappearing People”00:24:16 Tam and Agent Tierney00:37:47 Doza, Leia, and New Resistance Cells00:52:19 Bae Watch00:57:37 Closing Thoughts

Matt and Eric discuss Dave Bautista taking over the GOD OF WAR Kratos role, SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY beating THE FORCE AWAKENS at the domestic B.O., ANGEL being cast for the X-MEN movie, the glory of BUDDY, and more...

WSTR Galactic Public Access 445: Star Wars fandom, Disney, and what needs to change Todd Hoffman spends this solo episode unpacking a provocative article about Star Wars losing audience share and what that might mean for Lucasfilm's strategy. He uses the conversation to examine fandom, theatrical turnout, streaming habits, sequel trilogy mistakes, and how Star Wars can regain event-level excitement. This episode is mostly Todd's perspective, with no guest or co-host in the studio. The main focus is on whether Star Wars has lost the audience or whether the audience has simply changed, and what Lucasfilm should do next. Key topics: Todd opens by reacting to an article claiming Star Wars has lost 85% of its theatrical audience and more than 70% of Disney Plus viewership. He argues the comparison between The Force Awakens and The Mandalorian and Grogu is not apples to apples because the 2015 film had a decade-long gap and original cast nostalgia behind it. He says moviegoing habits changed after COVID and streaming became the default wait-and-see option for many viewers. Todd believes fans have become more selective and frugal, not necessarily anti-Star Wars. He says Star Wars still needs to feel like a major event rather than something people can "wait for Disney Plus." He identifies the biggest Lucasfilm mistake as the lack of a consistent long-term plan for the sequel trilogy. He is especially critical of the divisiveness of The Last Jedi and the lack of plotting across the trilogy. Todd argues Star Wars has become too safe and needs more emotional stakes, tension, and "teeth." He says targeting younger viewers is smart, but only if the stories are big, strong, and accessible to adults too. He wants Lucasfilm to create new characters and new stories while still preserving enough legacy to bridge generations. He suggests the franchise should lean more into standalone storytelling, multimedia coordination, and clearer communication with fans. Todd thinks Star Wars should not try to appeal to everybody at once, but instead focus on making a genuinely good movie or show. He praises Andor for feeling like a strong story that happens to be in the Star Wars universe. He sees 2027 as a major opportunity because of the 50th anniversary and hopes momentum can carry into Starfighter and beyond. In the closing stretch, he talks about current Star Wars news, including the Lucas museum, IMAX plans for Starfighter, and his excitement for the future despite the franchise's rough edges. Timestamps: 00:00 - Episode intro and setting up the fandom discussion 00:56 - Solo episode for Todd's birthday and why this topic matters now 01:23 - Breaking down the article claiming Star Wars lost 85% of its audience 02:18 - Why the Force Awakens comparison makes the decline look dramatic 03:17 - Disney Plus viewership decline and whether the numbers tell the full story 04:14 - Why Force Awakens versus Mandalorian and Grogu is not a fair comparison 05:12 - How post-COVID streaming changed moviegoing habits 06:09 - Are fans walking away or just spending more selectively? 07:02 - Why Star Wars no longer feels like an automatic opening-night event 07:31 - The biggest Lucasfilm mistake: no consistent long-term sequel plan 08:29 - Why Todd thinks the sequel trilogy missteps still define the conversation 08:58 - Star Wars as brand versus story and why Todd wants more "teeth" 09:58 - Has the franchise become too safe to demand instant theater turnout? 10:29 - Should Lucasfilm target younger fans, and how should it do that? 11:26 - Why big stakes matter if Star Wars is going to win over kids and adults 12:46 - Why legacy matters, but new characters and new stories matter more 13:15 - Star Wars should stay in its lane and focus on being a good movie first 13:44 - Todd's first move if he had creative control: a clear strategy for film and streaming 14:46 - How books, games, and movies should connect without becoming mandatory homework 16:13 - Taking more time between Star Wars movies to rebuild anticipation 17:21 - Todd's idea for a stealthy, story-first approach that slowly reveals Star Wars ties 18:14 - Why Andor works by prioritizing story over franchise branding 19:12 - Is Star Wars in trouble, or just heading into a new chapter? 20:08 - What Todd would tell George Lucas if he walked in right now 21:23 - Closing thoughts on strategy, avoiding checkbox storytelling, and trusting good content 22:51 - News of the week: Lucas museum updates, IMAX plans, and Starfighter buzz 24:34 - Cantina chat, birthday talk, and seasonal life updates 25:48 - Listener call to action, email, socials, and next episode timing 27:14 - Final thoughts on staying positive, being authentic, and the future of Star Wars Share your thoughts on what Disney needs to change! 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

Welcome to this weeks episode. Sadly Jim is off ill this week so unfortunately theres no adults in charge.  This week Elton celebrates Predator Badlands and puts forward a theory that the predator franchise might be more consistently better than the Alien one. Meanwhile Darren has a birthday and is denied his milkshake, but manages to get a beer in london for under a fiver which counts as a miracle worthy of note. Lee on the other hand goes full cocktail hour for his wedding anniversary, which is handy as he can drink away some of the sights he beheld at the very public Tattoo festival at the London Excel centre. He also managed to catch up with the Internet movie darling of the hour Coyote vs Acme. Then after some brief feedback its on to this weeks movie... Or as we should have called it group therapy as we ignite our lightsabers to review Star Wars The Force Awakens Media Discussed This Week Predator Badlands - Disney + Absolute Batman - DC comics Coyote vs Acme - Theatrical Release The Gentlemen Season 2 - Netflix Star Wars The Force Awakens - Disney + 

With the balance of power in the galaxy deeply shifted towards the Dark, what is next for our heroes—and our villains? It's time for us to find out in Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens.We focus our discussion on the second half of the film on the Pyrrhic victory that is the end of Starkiller Base and the passing of the torch from the Original Trilogy trio (Luke, Leia and Han) to the new era: Rey, Finn, and Poe. We also do character deep-dives, and parse which characters have the most—and, notably, the least—chemistry.The Force Awakens is a monument to the modern era of Star Wars, and we wouldn't exist without it. Find our recap everywhere you get podcasts—and join us next week for the next chronological entries in the timeline, Resistance: The Disappeared + Descent (Season 1, Episodes 18–19).Want more Growing Up Skywalker? This is a great time to sign up for our Patreon for bonus audio content! We've got Ninth Jedi coverage on tap.Timestamps:00:00:00 Who Are We?00:02:14 Plot Summary00:11:07 Rey and the Persephone Myth00:25:46 The End of Starkiller Base00:44:22 Deep Dive into the Trio (Also Romance?!)00:54:12 Kylo Deep-Dive01:08:40 Bae Watch01:15:58 Closing Thoughts

Hey! More Star Wars! This week we join Rey, Finn, Poe, and BB-8 as they give us a movie we didn't ask for, and still aren't entirely sure we want, but hey, it's Star Wars, so….We geek out about the good, the bad, and tend to avoid the toxic, and just enjoy it for what it is.Today's root beer is Fitz.Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5.Send us Fan Mail

Our non-toxic, loving, and chronological coverage of Star Wars has wound its way through five years to bring us to this point: Episode VII, The Force Awakens.In the first half of the most expensive movie of all time, themes of baptism and rebirth, found family and lost family, and the subtle manipulation of the Dark Side are all strongly apparent.We do a deep dive into our leading characters, discuss the plot to position Kylo Ren as a Sith apprentice before he was even born, and talk through the resurgence of fascism in the galaxy. We also wonder if this movie was either 1 or 10 years too early to catch the winds of resurgent fascism in our own timeline.The Force Awakens is a total bop. Find our recap everywhere you get podcasts—and join us next week for the thrilling conclusion.Want more Growing Up Skywalker? This is a great time to sign up for our Patreon for bonus audio content! We've got Book reports on Heir to the Jedi  and Twilight Company coming up this week and next.Timestamps:00:00:00 Who Are We?00:02:37 Plot Summary00:13:38 First Impressions00:16:15 Character Deep-Dives: Finn, Han, and Rey00:39:48 Kylo and Snoke00:53:55 The First Order01:14:58 Bae Watch01:24:41 Closing Thoughts

It's kevin27wrld back with another absolute banger of an episode, and we have a packed lineup today. Grab your drinks, get comfortable, and let's jump straight into everything popping off in pop culture and the MCU right now.​Avengers: Endgame “Encore” Trailer DropsMarvel Studios just dropped the trailer for Avengers: Endgame - Encore, hyping up tickets going on sale for its theatrical re-release on September 25th. The trailer gives us all the nostalgia—the portals opening, Cap lifting Mjolnir, Tony's ultimate sacrifice—remastered for "Infinity Vision." But the big hook here? They're teasing 4 minutes of brand-new, never-before-seen footage. Marvel is officially framing this re-release as a crucial bridge linking the Infinity Saga directly to Avengers: Doomsday. You already know we're going to be dissecting every single frame on the show!​Spider-Man: Brand New Day Keeps Breaking RecordsThe web-slinger simply cannot be stopped. Spider-Man: Brand New Day just crossed a historic milestone, pulling in a wild $858.4 million at the domestic box office. That officially pushes it past Avengers: Endgame ($858.3M) to make it the #1 highest-grossing MCU film of all time domestically, and the #2 highest-grossing movie in domestic history behind The Force Awakens. Spidey is carrying the box office on his back right now, and we gotta talk about what this means for the future of the MCU.​Chris Hansen is Beefing with A24?!Finally, we have to touch on the weirdest Hollywood drama of the week: Chris Hansen vs. A24 over their upcoming film Primetime, which stars Robert Pattinson and dramatizes the To Catch a Predator era.​The Screening Walkout: Hansen went to an early private screening, but walked out after refusing to sign a contract that he claims forced him to sign away rights to his name, likeness, and legal standing. A24 claims it was just a standard non-disclosure agreement to stop plot leaks, but Hansen wasn't having it.​The Ad Hijack: Since he wasn't allowed to see how he's being portrayed, Hansen bought up pre-show ad space on screens playing Primetime to plug his own streaming network (TruBlu), reminding audiences they're watching a "fictionalized Hollywood version" of his real life work. Petty or justified? We're breaking it all down!​Hit that subscribe button, leave a review, and let me know your thoughts in the comments. Let's get into it!

August 24th, 2026 | After nearly a month, @nojathanparker, @zachrotello, and Uncle Cal are finally back in the saddle and ready to enter the Disney era of Star Wars! We're kicking off the sequel trilogy with The Force Awakens, breaking down the highs, the lows, the nostalgia, the new faces, and everything in between.Also, somehow we spent nearly 2.5 times the runtime of the actual movie talking about it. May the Force be with your attention span. | radiovania.com | radiovaniashow@gmail.com | @radiovania

In the latest installment of our The Force Awakens series, Rey and Kylo Ren trade mental attacks as the Resistance discusses how to destroy Starkiller Base.   We are joined for this conversation by Greg Cass, also known as Eyeoncannon, and host of The Long Take Podcast, Through the Glass Columns, Rebel Base Card, and lately doing a lot of book discussion on Force Ghost Conversations with Anthony King.   This episode will cover the segment of The Force Awakens that runs from 1:22:10 to 1:33:41.   In this episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Greg's experience with the Force Awakens and his favorite moments and characters, Leia's introduction to Finn and his desire to rescue Rey, Chewbacca's discussion with Dr. Kalonia, The missing part of the map to Luke Skywalker, Han Solo and General Organa's (a/k/a Princess Leia) updated banter, Rey and Kylo Ren's confrontation when Kylo attempts to interrogate Rey, and The Resistance's plans to destroy Starkiller Base. For more discussion of The Force Awakens, check out episode 1064.   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.

Welcome in to another action-packed episode of The Kristian Harloff Show! Today, Kristian and the crew are diving deep into some of the biggest breaking movie and TV news in pop culture, Marvel, and fantasy entertainment! In today's show: Spider-Man: Brand New Day Crosses $700M Domestic! Can web-slinger Tom Holland actually top the legendary box office reign of Star Wars: The Force Awakens? We break down the incredible theatrical run, domestic box office numbers, and whether Spidey has enough gas in the tank to smash all-time records! Nicholas Hoult Cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter Season 2! Major casting news for the Wizarding World! Nicholas Hoult is officially stepping into the shiny shoes of Defense Against the Dark Arts professor Gilderoy Lockhart for the second season of HBO's massive reboot. Is Hoult the perfect fit for the charismatic, glory-stealing wizard? Avengers: Secret Wars Rumors & Spoilers! Massive wild rumors are swirling regarding the huge plans Marvel Studios has for Spider-Man and Wolverine in Avengers: Secret Wars. We break down the potential team-ups, multiverse crossovers, and what this means for the future of the MCU! Rosario Dawson Speaks Out on Cut Spider-Man Scene! Rosario Dawson reveals details about a deleted scene from Spider-Man: Brand New Day. What was left on the cutting room floor, and should it have stayed in the film? What do you think about Nicholas Hoult joining Harry Potter? Can Spider-Man: Brand New Day beat The Force Awakens at the box office? Drop your thoughts, hot takes, and questions in the comments below! #SpiderManBrandNewDay #HarryPotter #HBO #NicholasHoult #GilderoyLockhart #AvengersSecretWars #SpiderMan #Wolverine #MCU #MarvelStudios #RosarioDawson #BoxOffice #KristianHarloffShow #MovieNews SPONSOR: Ka'Chava:  Go to https://kachava.com and use code KRISTIAN for 15% off your first order.

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Onlangs circuleerde de roddel - die overigens nog niet bevestigd is - dat Disney overweegt om de derde Trilogy van Star Wars uit de reeks te knippen. Dit gerucht bracht ironisch genoeg meteen een golf van euforie teweeg onder trouwe fans. Waar inmiddels 85% is afgehaakt sinds Disney de grootste franchise ter wereld acquireerde, zien de meest toegewijde liefhebbers alsnog een kans om wat als afgeschreven wordt gezien uit de dood te doen ontwaken. Voor de gelegenheid transformeren wij tot juice kanaal om schaamteloos te roddelen, speculeren en fantaseren over wat velen inmiddels niets anders kunnen zien dan de onvermijdelijke downall van Star Wars...Gast: Jelle Havermanshttps://www.instagram.com/jellehavermans/De nieuwe roman van Jelle Havermans vind je hier:https://jellehavermans.com/hoe-diep-het-schittert/En hier de niuewe aflevering van de horror-podcast van Jelle Havermans:https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5hUmk1HXNNU***Steun Open Geesten / Zomergeesten / Boze Geesten Podcast

The Resistance arrives at Takodana in their X-Wings to battle the First Order and Finn takes up the Skywalker lightsaber in this segment from The Force Awakens.   Dan Zehr, Star Wars author and host of Coffee with Kenobi joins us for this episode.   This episode covers the portion of The Force Awakens that runs from 1:11:06 to 1:22:10.   In this episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Dan's memories seeing The Force Awakens and favorite moments, Rey's flight from the palace, Maz Kanata passing on the Skywalker lightsaber to Finn, Finn's fight with the riot trooper, The arrival of the Resistance to confront the First Order on Takodana, Rey's confrontation with Kylo Ren, Princess Leia's arrival on Takodana and reunion with Han Solo, and The Resistance return to D'Qar. For more discussion of The Force Awakens, check out episode 1046.   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.

On the latest episode of the podcast, we're discussing the first installment in the Star Wars sequel trilogy: The Force Awakens.Follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok

The Jedi Council are back in session as the crew of Isaac, Sean, Eric, Steve, Carl, and Caleb return to discuss yet another Star Wars film, this time looking at The Force Awakens! Will this return still look triumphant 11 years later? Will third time be the charm for Isaac and Caleb's coverage of this film? Find out now!   This episode was recorded on May 18th, 2026.   And follow Caleb and Isaac on their other feed, Bending the Elements: Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast | The Novice Elitists (podbean.com) Check out Sean, Isaac and Eric on The Best Picture Podcast.  The Best Picture Podcast | Libsyn Directory As well as their other show, The 1001 Movies Podcast: https://1001moviespodcast.libsyn.com/   And check out Sean and Steve on their other podcast, The Cabot Cove Confab Podcast: https://thecabotcoveconfab.libsyn.com/ And listen to more of Carl, Isaac, Caleb, Sean and Eric over on their Star Trek podcast, Romulan's Bearing Gifts: Romulans Bearing Gifts: The Star Trek Podcast | Libsyn Director And on Doctor Who: Mostly Harmless Cutaway https://guidetothewhoverse.libsyn.com And follow Eric on twitter @Bullitt33   And check out Steve's horror movie/Dead by Daylight youtube channel!  Spooky Media Reviews - YouTube  

The Force has awakened once again on The Commentary Booth as Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey continue their journey through the Star Wars saga by revisiting Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens.Released a decade after the franchise's last big-screen outing, The Force Awakens carried the enormous responsibility of reintroducing Star Wars to a new generation while satisfying millions of long-time fans. Did Disney play it too safe, or was revisiting familiar territory exactly what the galaxy far, far away needed?Jamie and Corrina dive into the film's legacy, discussing how J.J. Abrams blended nostalgia with new ideas through the introduction of Rey, Finn, Poe Dameron and Kylo Ren. They explore the film's striking visual effects, the emotional return of Han Solo, Leia Organa and Luke Skywalker, and why Daisy Ridley's Rey became an instant icon for a new generation of Star Wars fans.The pair also examine the sequel trilogy's biggest criticism, that The Force Awakens is essentially a modern retelling of A New Hope. From desert scavengers and cantinas to planet-destroying super weapons and emotional family confrontations, they break down the similarities and debate whether Disney's cautious approach ultimately helped or hurt the trilogy's future.Highlights Breakdown:The "Rehash" Debate: Was The Force Awakens a clever homage to the original trilogy or just a lazy copy-paste?First Star Wars MemoriesKylo Ren Unmasked: Adam Driver's performance, the iconic cross-guard lightsaber, and the character's terrifying rageHan Solo's Fate: Did Harrison Ford get the send-off he deserved?The Rey Problem: Why was this character so beloved, and why did the subsequent films fail to capitalise on her potential?Visuals & Easter Eggs: From the "Wilson" blood handprint to the Nazi-esque First Order imagery, nothing is missed.Along the way, they discuss Adam Driver's memorable performance as Kylo Ren, Finn's unique perspective as a former stormtrooper, the emotional impact of Han Solo's death, the film's fascinating horror-inspired Force visions, and why BB-8 quickly became one of the franchise's most beloved droids.Whether you're a lifelong Star Wars devotee or discovering the sequel trilogy for the first time, join us as we revisit one of the most important and divisive chapters in modern blockbuster filmmaking.This week's episode is brought to you byAustralian Wrestling CardsCheck out more great content from Pario Magazine on our website.-------------------------------------------------------------SUPPORT PARIO MAGAZINE & THE COMMENTARY BOOTH- PATREON- BUY MERCH- AMAZON PRIME VIDEO- TUBEBUDDY- Subscribe to AEW Plus using my code (q0yydoz) to earn $10 in FITE credit- Shop Online With Honey- Shop Online With SatechiMY EQUIPMENT- Elgato Facecam- Rode PodMic- Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP- Streamlabs Talk StudioFOLLOW JAMIE ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Twitter- Facebook- Instagram- TikTokFOLLOW PARIO MAGAZINE ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Twitter- Facebook- Instagram

A long, long time ago . . . ok, so it was eleven years . . . in a galaxy, far, far away . . . except it's actually the one we're in now, and it wasn't even that far away on this planet so this is clearly going nowhere WHY did I take this job?! ANYWAY . . . so, here and now in our series “Tops and Bottoms” we're tackling the first film in the third trilogy . . . yeah, that's about right, of the “Star Wars” behemoth, “The Force Awakens”, a film that was in no way divisive and everyone had well-thought-out and calm reactions to and that they addressed in polite and civil discourse with one another and nobody was mean or vicious or racist or sexist and then they all went to the sea shore (that's a deeper). This was, big surprise, the biggest earner of Republic credits or quatloos or something in 2015, so that means we're gonna discuss it. Don't worry, we're going to be models of decorum and talk about this film in a measured and reasonable fashion, provided that Mike agrees with everything I say and doesn't try to be an EVIL AND BAD DUMB MR. WRONGY MCWRONGHEAD FROM WRONGSVILLE AND FAIL TO TREAT MY OPINIONS AS GOSPEL WRITTEN UPON GOLDEN TABLETS AND STUFF! So, sure, this'll be fun . . . . give a listen and find out how much fun! Poll question: Who is your favorite Star Wars character and why?

We're continuing our journey through the Star Wars sequel trilogy with Episode VII: The Force Awakens, aka the movie that made everyone feel like Star Wars was finally back… at least for a little while. In this spoiler-filled Force Awakens rewatch, we revisit the magic of seeing a brand-new Star Wars movie in theaters, the brilliance of that first trailer, the reveal of Kylo Ren's extremely cool and extremely dangerous crossguard lightsaber, and why this movie still moves like a rocket from the opening crawl to the final shot. We get into Rey's introduction, the never-ending “Mary Sue” debate, why Finn is such a great character, why Poe Dameron immediately works, why BB-8 won us over, and how Han Solo and Chewbacca's return delivers the exact kind of fan service this movie needed. We also talk about Kylo Ren as “Emo Darth Vader,” the way he's basically cosplaying his grandfather, and whether horniness leads to the dark side. Plus: lightsaber safety, Rey and Finn's chemistry, Maz Kanata's cantina, Chewie's conditioner routine, the Rathtars feeling like a different movie, and the weird setup choices that the rest of the sequel trilogy never quite pays off. Subscribe to Thumb War for more Star Wars rewatch episodes, movie reviews, TV recaps, and chaotic pop culture arguments. 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.

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

In the sixth installment of our The Force Awakens series, Finn comes clean, Rey has a vision about Luke's lightsaber, and the First Order destroys Hosnian Prime.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Maz Kanata recognizing the fear in Finn, Rey's plea to Finn not to leave, Rey's vision when she touches Luke Skywalker's lightsaber, Maz's attempt to convince Rey to take up the lightsaber, and The First Order uses Starkiller base to destroy Hosnian Prime. Check out the last installment of our The Force Awakens series in episode 1036.   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.

We are witnessing the decline of Star Wars' cultural dominance.In this week's podcast, we'll explore the current state of Star Wars, from its cultural impact to the storytelling challenges, and speculate about how the franchise might revive itself.We have a book coming this year!!! The Great Escape: 30 Reflections on Stoicism, Faith, and the Wisdom of Great Stories. Be the first to get early access, bonus content, and updates: The Rise and Fall of Star WarsStar Wars was more than movies; it was a shared cultural language. But since the end of the prequel era, its position in the cultural mainstream burst forth with the hype of The Force Awakens, then waned slowly but significantly. I'd argue that Star Wars has faded back into the niche. Not unlike the “Dark Times” of the late 80s and 90s, or even the post-Revenge of the Sith Clone Wars era. The explosion of Star Wars back into the zeitgeist after the Disney purchase showed its potential for a return to mass appeal. (Baby Yoda's popularity is Exhibit A) Yet, the declining box office performance reveals a stark reality: audiences are less engaged, and the franchise struggles to resonate as it once did. (The decline in interest in the Baby Yoda movie is Exhibit B)The decline isn't a death knell but an inflection point. The sheer mismanagement and lack of strategic storytelling have pushed Star Wars below the cultural radar.But I might be ok with that.Geeky Stoics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Can Star Wars Rise Again?While the franchise faces cultural fatigue and spaghetti-on-wall mismanagement, I still have hope. IF.And it's a big if…There's a willingness to learn from the mistakes of the Disney era and start over fresh. Star Wars' comeback depends on returning to its storytelling roots rather than propping up a failed era of postmodern, nihilistic storytelling. 00:00 Introduction04:07 Mandalorian and Grogu11:41 Star Wars Heresy vs. Bad Films15:10 Cultural Impact of Star Wars22:40 Optimism for the Future of Star Wars27:56 Crisis of Credibility in Star Wars30:56 Star Wars as an Underdog33:57 The Impact of Marketing on Star Wars35:47 C.S. Lewis and Star Wars40:56 Upcoming Star Wars Projects46:03 Stoicism and Christian Philosophy This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.geekystoics.com/subscribe

In today's episode of The Quiz, we're traveling to a galaxy far, far away to test your ultimate knowledge on one of cinema's greatest franchises. Can you answer these? Iconic Quotes: We tune into the wise teachings of the Jedi. "Do or do not, there is no try" is a legendary quote delivered by Master Yoda in which specific Star Wars film? Sith Villains: We tap into the power of the dark side. What is the name of the menacing Sith leader instantly recognizable by his red and black tattooed face and fearsome double-bladed lightsaber? Hidden Cameos: We wrap up on the desert planet of Jakku with a surprising voice credit. Which famous comedic actor and nerd-culture icon lent his voice to the junk dealer Unkar Plutt in The Force Awakens? Play. Share. Listen, with TV Personality Wells Adams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.

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 ★

The lads discuss March.Has any podcast ever done 300 episodes? We're trying to figure this out. New music coming alongside THE FORCE AWAKENS?? What if... ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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 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.

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!

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.

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.

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.