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Robbie and Clem break down the nerd news of the week, including the pre-Oscars buzz, Mandalorian and Grogu updates, Zack Snyder's pretty Green Lantern post, the Family Guy 'Stewie' spinoff, and more! **************************************** My Mom's Basement is a weekly podcast hosted by Robbie Fox, started in March 2019, to discuss movies, music, comic books, wrestling, mixed martial arts, and more with his friends and idols alike! Subscribe on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-moms-basement/id1457255205 Follow Robbie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatrobbiefox Follow Robbie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobbieBarstool My Mom's Basement Merchandise: https://store.barstoolsports.com/collections/my-moms-basementYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/mymomsbasement
A few Star Wars heavyweights were honored at recent award ceremonies for their achievements in filmmaking. We share highlights from speeches by George Lucas, Harrison Ford, and Kathleen Kennedy as they accept trophies and we read between-the-lines of some of their comments. Marketing for The Mandalorian and Grogu is starting to emerge. We review a new TV spot and make comparisons between Rotta the Hutt and another buff Hutt from the pages of Star Wars comic books. We also listen to recent comments from Sam Witwer talking about the upcoming Maul: Shadow Lord and, bad news for fans of The Book of Boba Fett. Find out what Temeura Morrison recently said about the series and his future as Boba.
We dissect a new article from Variety about Kathleen Kennedy where she gives some new insights about the Lucasfilm handoff, AI boundaries and some fresh news about The Mandalorian and Grogu. For our chat about film marketing, check out: thequorum.comFollow 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
Jay gets everyone ready for The Mandalorian and Grogu and Maul: Shadow Lord with some new Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product finds. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Uncanny Brands Star Wars Darth Vader and Death Star Grilled Cheese Maker - Panini Press and Compact Indoor Grill, The first collection of merchandise for The Mandalorian and Grogu, Loungefly Star Wars Darth Maul Roses Slouch Mini Backpack available from Hot Topic, Maul merchandise from RSVLTS, Darth Maul polarized sunglasses from Diff Eyeware, Maul themed glasses frames from Pair, A Maul Geeki Tiki, Maul inspired jewelry from Fine Jewelry, A Darth Maul scented candle from The Nerf Herder Co., The Chibi Darth Maul Pattern Snug Oversized Hoodie from Anime Ape, New Star Wars Black Series figures featuring characters from Maul: Shadow Lord, and Ideas for St. Patrick's Day and Easter. For more Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product ideas, check out the February edition of "World Between Worlds" in episode 996. 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 about two months away from the release of “The Mandalorian and Grogu”. It has been six-and-a-half years since a Star Wars film has graced the big screen, and the Internet is abuzz with anticipation, both positive and negative. Join me as I share some thoughts.
This week brought us a sneak peak into the The Mandalorian and Grogu movie via Empire magazine, reaffirmation the Knights of the Old Republic remake is still happening, Mace Windu graphic novel date change, Black Series figures for Maul: Shadow Lord, and more! Albert & Chris discuss all this in this week's preview of our Patreon exclusive episode of The Waystation! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store 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
This week’s Ask Us Anything takes us from a galaxy far, far away, with plenty to say about The Mandalorian & Grogu, to the cold, unsettling corridors of Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut. We weigh in on how cinema has historically grappled with conflict in the context of the ongoing Iran war, debate what the future of HBO looks like for Malaysian audiences, and get into the uncomfortable but necessary conversation about whether the cinema-going experience, as we know it, is on borrowed time. Thank you for checking out The Goggler Podcast, if you have any thoughts or questions, just email us on podcast@goggler.my, or reach out to us via Instagram. You can also WhatsApp us on The Goggler Hotline, on +60125245208 RSS: https://goggler.my/feed/podcast/
We're talking the Mandalorian and Grogu trailers in this week's bonus mini episode of (Not So) Live from Asteroid G. The Super Bowl brought us a new look at this upcoming movie, but frankly even that didn't seem all that interesting. Disney has even noted they're worried this film may be a flop and, yeah, we can see why...
It's time for Star Wars News! Empire Magazine has released some new photos and blurbs to help promote The Mandalorian and Grogu. What does it tell us about the forthcoming movie? What should we expect from Rotta the Hutt? Will Grogu sit for an interview? We discuss it all as well as take a look at Star Wars at the 53rd annual Saturn Awards. Joseph Scrimshaw and Ken Napzok talk about all that and more on the 846th 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.
Monday March 9th, 2026 | We're back with our Oscars picks and a massive catch up on everything we've been doing since January. From the brand new Mando & Grogu trailer to the ongoing WB/Paramount saga, plus comic talk, Resident Evil Requiem, and a bunch more pop culture chaos along the way. Jump in for our predictions, reactions, and everything we've missed over the past couple months. | radiovania.com | @radiovania | radiovaniashow@gmail.com
Empire Magazine delivers updates on The Mandalorian and Grogu including how much Pedro Pascal we can expect. Sam Witwer talks Maul: Shadow Lord and the title character's current view on the Jedi. Lesley Headland says that if we've gotten season 2 of The Acolyte, Yoda would have helped Vernestra with the cover up.We cover all the recent Star Wars News!Intro 0:00Catching up with Alberto and Oti's adventures 2:40Mando and Grogu is a celebration of the charactersHow much actual Pedro in the movie 14:25Rotta is back and image confusion 18:20How the Hutt Twins factor into the movie 22:30Witwer talks Maul: Shadow Lord 27:10What If The Acolyte season 2 32:35The Last Jedi 41:00Outro 43:35
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another fun episode. The hosts talk about the first issue of 'Shadows of Maul: Broken Law,' which is a prequel to the animated series 'Maul: Shadow Lord' coming to Disney+ on April 6th. They also discuss the newest 'Mandalorian and Grogu' interviews from Empire Magazine. Before that, they share some news and give a few shoutouts. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads Follow us on Bluesky
Title: Navigating the Latest in Sci-Fi: Insights from Episode 503 of the Podcast4Sci-Fi In the latest episode of the Podcast4Sci-Fi, hosts Moose and Gamegod dive into a range of exciting topics, from the latest developments in streaming to the intriguing world of comic book adaptations. This episode is packed with insights and entertaining banter that sci-fi fans won’t want to miss. IntroductionAs the landscape of entertainment continues to evolve, the Podcast4Sci-Fi keeps listeners updated with the latest news and opinions in the world of science fiction and fantasy. In episode 503, Moose and Gamegod tackle everything from corporate maneuvers in streaming to the unique takes on iconic characters like Spider-Man. If you’re a lover of all things sci-fi, this episode is sure to resonate with your interests. Corporate Drama in StreamingOne of the major topics discussed is Paramount’s aggressive strategy in acquiring Warner Bros. properties. Gamegod shares insights about the staggering $108.4 billion cash deal, along with additional fees that have raised eyebrows across the industry. “They’re paying everything. There’s something here. Paramount might be onto something,” he remarks, highlighting the urgency and scale of this acquisition. Moose agrees, emphasizing that Netflix’s reluctance to accept such a deal is puzzling. The conversation reveals not only the financial stakes involved but also the competitive nature of the streaming wars. The hosts dissect what this could mean for future content and subscriber engagement, providing a vivid picture of the current state of the industry. Nicholas Cage’s Unique Take on Spider-Man NoirThe episode takes a fascinating turn as the hosts discuss Nicholas Cage’s upcoming role in the live-action adaptation of Spider-Man Noir. Cage describes his character as a blend of “70% Bogart and 30% Bugs Bunny,” which raises eyebrows from both Moose and Gamegod. Moose questions the effectiveness of such a unique combination, stating, “I mean, if that’s how he sees it and that’s how he’s portraying it, okay. But do you see Spider-Man Noir as like that?” Gamegod expresses skepticism, wondering if this direction will resonate with fans who are more accustomed to traditional superhero narratives. The hosts collectively contemplate the challenges of translating animated styles into live-action formats, making this discussion not only relevant but also thought-provoking for listeners who are keen on superhero films. Steam Machine TroublesShifting gears, the duo discusses the challenges faced by Valve’s Steam Machine, a new gaming console that aims to bridge the gap between PC gaming and console accessibility. Gamegod shares his enthusiasm for the Steam Deck, while Moose admits his device has become more of a bookshelf accessory than a gaming console. Their light-hearted banter about their experiences with the Steam Deck adds a relatable touch to the conversation, reminding listeners that not all tech innovations fulfill their promises. Conclusion and Key TakeawaysIn episode 503 of the Podcast for Sci-Fi, Moose and Gamegod provide an engaging blend of industry analysis, character exploration, and personal anecdotes. Key takeaways from this episode include: The intense competition in the streaming industry, as exemplified by Paramount’s aggressive financial strategies. The potential challenges faced by adaptations of beloved characters and how creative interpretations can sometimes lead to skepticism. The ongoing evolution of gaming technology and its reception by consumers. Listeners are left with plenty to ponder, making this episode a must-listen for sci-fi enthusiasts who want to stay informed about the latest trends and discussions in their favorite genre. SEO Tags: Podcast for Sci-Fi, Streaming News, Nicholas Cage, Spider-Man Noir, Steam Machine, Sci-Fi Podcast, Entertainment Industry Insights, Paramount, Warner Bros, Gaming Technology. The post Episode 503 – More Stranger Things, Mando and Grogu, Steam Machine, Spiderman Noir appeared first on Podcast4Scifi.
In this episode of Five Idiots Talking Toys, the crew breaks down the brand-new Mandalorian & Grogu movie trailer. We discuss the return of the Razor Crest, potential Haslab value spikes, and whether this "thrifty" $166 million budget movie can save the Star Wars franchise at the box office. Plus, we share a "pro-tip" for perfectly salted movie theater popcorn and debate which characters we actually want to see return.☎️ Leave a question, comment, or show idea on our new FITT Voicemail line: (732) 800-197700:00 - Intro & Frozen Screens01:40 - The Best Cranberry Juice Mixers03:20 - Super Bowl Tauntaun Commercial Reaction05:45 - The $85 All-You-Can-Eat Super Bowl Deal07:15 - Why Chris Doesn't Go to the Movies09:20 - The Secret Popcorn Salt Straw Trick11:15 - Trailer Reaction: The "Wrong" Trailer First14:00 - Official Mandalorian & Grogu Trailer Breakdown16:15 - Is the Haslab Razor Crest Going Up in Price?18:40 - Carl Weathers Tribute & Hidden Details20:50 - Will This Movie Make a Billion Dollars?23:30 - Thrifty Budgets: The Lowest Cost Star Wars Movie26:15 - New Snowtrooper & Walker Figure Reveal28:50 - Battlefront Games Bringing the Kids Back to Star Wars31:45 - The Future of the Franchise: Ahsoka & Rogue One Vibes35:00 - Outro & Support the Show#MandalorianAndGrogu #StarWars #movietrailerreaction #TheMandalorian #movietrailer #movietrailerreview #trailerreaction #trailer #StarWarsToys #Haslab #RazorCrest #Grogu #StarWarsTrailer #ToyCollecting #MovieReaction #FiveIdiotsTalkingToys-----------------------
New Lucasfilm boss Dave Filoni says Star Wars is in a new era now, despite The Mandalorian and Grogu being a literal continuation of several Disney Plus shows. This sounds like he's trying to do some preemptive damage control because it's not tracking well...Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts, including Spotify.CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles.Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTVOn Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvgOn Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629
Dave Filoni says it's a new era of Star Wars. Does he mean that literally or figuratively for The Mandalorian and Grogu's timeline, or for Star Wars now that Kathleen Kennedy is out and he is in charge? THEORY SABERS - https://theorysabers.com/ Best sellers: Ani III - The Chosen One - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/... Prodigal Son V1 (Affordable Version) - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/... HATS and MERCH - https://www.theorysabers.com/products... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... SPOTIFY Daily Podcast Episodes - https://open.spotify.com/show/1j8jTU5... Apple Podcasts Star Wars Theory - https://apple.co/3Z0qBQE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to The Kristian Harloff Show, your daily destination for the biggest movie news, Marvel updates, Star Wars rumors, DC discussions, and box office analysis. Kristian Harloff breaks down the latest entertainment headlines, industry rumors, casting announcements, and franchise developments shaping the future of Hollywood. On today's episode, Kristian dives into the latest Spider-Man: Brand New Day news as reports suggest Sony and Marvel Studios could be planning the first trailer reveal soon. What could the marketing strategy look like for the next chapter of the MCU's Spider-Man story, and when might fans get their first official footage? We also cover major Hollywood casting news making headlines, including updates involving Daniel Craig, Sigourney Weaver, Rashida Jones, and Jake Gyllenhaal, and what these casting moves could mean for upcoming films and streaming projects across the industry. In the Star Wars corner, new Empire Magazine covers for The Mandalorian and Grogu have been revealed, with Dave Filoni teasing a "different era" of Star Wars storytelling. What does this mean for the future of the galaxy far, far away and the evolving timeline of Lucasfilm's expanding universe? Plus, Temuera Morrison shares an update on Boba Fett, revealing that the iconic bounty hunter has been put "on the shelf" by Lucasfilm for now. Does this mean the end of Boba Fett's story, or could the character return in another Star Wars project down the line? If you enjoy movie news, Star Wars updates, Marvel discussions, DC news, trailer breakdowns, and entertainment industry analysis, make sure to subscribe to The Kristian Harloff Show for daily coverage of everything happening in Hollywood. SPONSOR: RUGIET: For a limited time only, head to https://www.Rugiet.com/KRISTIAN to get 15% off your order.
Join us as we dive into The Mandalorian and Grogu interviews and images from EMPIRE Magazine! We'll also reveal the title and artwork for our MAUL Shadow Lord podcast! Plus your #ResistanceTransmissions about Maul rolling up to his own premiere, Boba is back on the shelf, and more #StarWars talk!
On this episode, Dominic and Ben discuss the new Empire Magazine story about The Mandalorian and Grogu! They talk about what the new quotes from Dave Filoni and Pedro Pascal tell us about the movie, as well as sharing their thoughts on the new images released in the story. Then, they talk about the newly revealed Maul: Shadow Lord Black Series figures. And, they answer listener questions about the future of Star Wars. Plus, does the Star Wars marketing strategy need an overhaul, did Lucasfilm not understand how many people knew the word Sith, and how powerful is too powerful in the galaxy far, far away? All this and much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network DiscordSubscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Spotify Subscribe and Review on Apple Podcasts Facebook: www.facebook.com/swunderworld Twitter: @TheSWU Email: swunderworld@gmail.com
The Mandalorian and Grogu are featured in Empire, Ryan Gosling picks Star Wars as his first franchise film, Yoda's dark side that wasn't, and more feature in this week's Star Wars news. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Teases for the upcoming The Mandalorian and Grogu feature in Empire magazine, Why Ryan Gosling chose Star Wars: Starfighter as his first franchise film, How season two of The Acolyte would have shown off Yoda's dark side, and Boba Fett being put on the shelf. 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.
https://lnk.bio/Jeditalk There was not a ton of Star Wars news for episode 430 - so Tom and Brad do what we do best. We eventually get to talking about what might make The Mandalorian and Grogu the BEST Star Wars movie yet - although it's insurmountable. On the way to our chat about Mando and Grogu...we touched briefly on MetallicA's Sphere tickets going on sale. Tomorrow and Brad both played and finished Resident Evil: Requim and give non spoiler thoughts. Thanks for listening! https://lnk.bio/Jeditalk
On this episode, Dominic and Ben discuss the new Empire Magazine story about The Mandalorian and Grogu! They talk about what the new quotes from Dave Filoni and Pedro Pascal tell us about the movie, as well as sharing their thoughts on the new images released in the story. Then, they talk about the newly revealed Maul: Shadow Lord Black Series figures. And, they answer listener questions about the future of Star Wars. Plus, does the Star Wars marketing strategy need an overhaul, did Lucasfilm not understand how many people knew the word Sith, and how powerful is too powerful in the galaxy far, far away? All this and much more!Join the Star Wars Underworld Network Discord
Van and X back to talk....alot. Paramount closes it's deal to acquire Warner Bros, multiple trailers (Lanterns, The Mandalorian & Grogu, Daredevil, etc), DC K.O. comes to a close, and Milestone returns (again.) Tap into this issue of The Black Variant, Tap in!Subscribe to Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theblackvariantrncFollow The Black Variant on Twitter: twitter.com/BlackVariantRNCFollow Van: twitter.com/1017VanFollow X: twitter.com/XTheExiledFollow Syd: twitter.com/SydSlidePark
If you have not heard Star Wars Alliance's reviews for the individual episodes of Mando Season 2, here you go! Ep. 1: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-mandalorian-s2e1-review-and-season-2-predictions-episode-xi--60779440Ep. 2: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s1e2-review-episode-xii--60779456Ep. 3: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e3-review-episode-xiii--60779433Ep. 4: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e4-and-the-lego-star-wars-holiday-special-reviews-episode-xiv--60779432Ep. 5: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e5-review-episode-xv--60779427Ep. 6: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e6-review-episode-xvi--60779451Ep. 7: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e7-disney-investor-s-call-episode-xvii--60779436Ep. 8: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e8-review-episode-xviii--60779444
Skywalking Through Neverland: A Star Wars / Disney Fan Podcast
March is here, which means The Mandalorian and Grogu is getting closer to its big May 22nd release! In this episode, we're joined by Peter Genovese from LiningUp.net for some major reveals you won't want to miss. The tradition of fans lining up for a new Star Wars film stretches back decades. In 1980, Terri Hardin camped outside the Egyptian Theatre for The Empire Strikes Back. The practice grew even bigger during the prequel era and continued through 2015's Star Wars: The Force Awakens and the sequel trilogy. Now, as The Mandalorian and Grogu prepares to hit theaters, that fan tradition is about to ignite once again. Peter shares the history behind LiningUp.net and reveals the official start date for fans ready to line up and celebrate the next chapter of the saga. Episode links: Terri Hardin Ep. 221 https://skywalkingthroughneverland.com/221-terri-hardin-imagineer-star-wars/ Contest winner Steve Lang: https://skywalkingthroughneverland.com/1980-kenner-star-wars-sweepstakes-winner-steve-lang/ Starwait.com and George Lucas interview: Today in Star Wars History 3/2/1980 - 46 years ago - This was a day long remembered by Richard - An ad appeared in the Sunday newspaper promoting a Kenner sweepstakes to see a special premiere of The Empire Strikes Back with R2-D2 and C-3PO in Washington, D.C. Six-year-old Steve Lang was one of the Grand Prize Winners! Along with the screening of the film he also won a complete collection of Kenner's Empire Strikes Back toys and got to meet Star Wars actors. He also did a written interview with us: https://skywalkingthroughneverland.com/1980-kenner-star-wars-sweepstakes-winner-steve-lang/ PODCAST SPONSORS Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.
What a Piece of Junk Episode 173 Star Wars Trailer park with Maul: Shadow Lord and The Mandalorian and Grogu Watch the video version on Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FandomPodcastNetwork Listen to the audio podcast version here: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/what-a-piece-of-junk-a-star-wars-podcast It's the start of a great new season of Star Wars with not one but TWO major Star Wars projects set to release in the upcoming months. First up the guys review and react to the recent trailer for the latest Star Wars animation project - Star Wars: Maul: Shadow Lord! The Mephistophelean Menace himself is back as the devil-faced villain from The Phantom Menace returns once more in this new animated show. The crew of the Drunken Gungan tries to nail down exactly WHEN this segment of the story for the erstwhile Darth Maul takes place. And is he out there killing Stormtroopers and Inquisitors while Papa Palpatine looks the other way? Or has Maul once again succeeded in getting one over on his former master, Darth Sidious ne' The Emperor? Then, get ready to spend another summer in the Galaxy Far, Far Away as Star Wars returns to movie theaters at long last this May 22 with the imminent release of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu! Scott is especially excited about this Star Wars movie release because the greatest franchise of them all finally returns to theaters DURING the month of May! It has been many years since a Star Wars film released in May and not December so it's great to see Lucasfilm returning to the month when Scott celebrates his birthday. Thanks, Disney! What A Piece Of Junk / Fandom Podcast Network Contact Information: -What A Piece Of Junk a Star Wars Podcast audio podcast master feed: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/what-a-piece-of-junk-a-star-wars-podcast… - What A Piece Of Junk a Star Wars Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WhatAPieceOfJunk/ - Email: whatapieceofjunkpod@gmail.com - Twitter: @WhatWars Fandom Podcast Network Social Media links. - Fandom Podcast Network Audio Master Feed: https://fpnet.podbean.com/ (The FPNet is on Podbean app) - Instagram: @FandomPodcastNetwork - Twitter: @FanPodNetwork - Fandom Podcast Network is on all major podcast platforms. - Facebook: Fandom Podcast Network: https://www.facebook.com/Fandompodcastnetwork/ Fandom Podcast Network Tee Public Store: Please support the What A Piece Of Junk podcast and the Fandom Podcast Network by visiting our TeePublic store, while wearing your favorite show logos with pride! Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fandompodcastnetwork #StarWars #Maul #MandolorianandGrogu #Grogu #Lucasfilm #CloneWars #Disney+
This week from a galaxy far, far away with Jon Justice.- A New Hope Re-Release details- EMPIRE Magazine Mando and Grogu coverage. - Listener Feedback SUPPORT JON JUSTICE AND PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, SPACE OPERA SERIESAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 2000'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZYEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon Justice
If you have not heard Star Wars Alliance's reviews for the individual episodes of Mando Season 2, here you go! Ep. 1: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-mandalorian-s2e1-review-and-season-2-predictions-episode-xi--60779440Ep. 2: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s1e2-review-episode-xii--60779456Ep. 3: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e3-review-episode-xiii--60779433Ep. 4: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e4-and-the-lego-star-wars-holiday-special-reviews-episode-xiv--60779432Ep. 5: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e5-review-episode-xv--60779427Ep. 6: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e6-review-episode-xvi--60779451Ep. 7: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e7-disney-investor-s-call-episode-xvii--60779436Ep. 8: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/retro-the-mandalorian-s2e8-review-episode-xviii--60779444
March is here, which means The Mandalorian and Grogu is getting closer to its big May 22nd release! In this episode, we're joined by Peter Genovese from LiningUp.net for some major reveals you won't want to miss. The tradition of fans lining up for a new Star Wars film stretches back decades. In 1980, Terri Hardin camped outside the Egyptian Theatre for The Empire Strikes Back. The practice grew even bigger during the prequel era and continued through 2015's Star Wars: The Force Awakens and the sequel trilogy. Now, as The Mandalorian and Grogu prepares to hit theaters, that fan tradition is about to ignite once again. Peter shares the history behind LiningUp.net and reveals the official start date for fans ready to line up and celebrate the next chapter of the saga. Episode links: Terri Hardin Ep. 221 https://skywalkingthroughneverland.com/221-terri-hardin-imagineer-star-wars/ Contest winner Steve Lang: https://skywalkingthroughneverland.com/1980-kenner-star-wars-sweepstakes-winner-steve-lang/ Starwait.com and George Lucas interview: Today in Star Wars History 3/2/1980 - 46 years ago - This was a day long remembered by Richard - An ad appeared in the Sunday newspaper promoting a Kenner sweepstakes to see a special premiere of The Empire Strikes Back with R2-D2 and C-3PO in Washington, D.C. Six-year-old Steve Lang was one of the Grand Prize Winners! Along with the screening of the film he also won a complete collection of Kenner's Empire Strikes Back toys and got to meet Star Wars actors. He also did a written interview with us: https://skywalkingthroughneverland.com/1980-kenner-star-wars-sweepstakes-winner-steve-lang/ PODCAST SPONSORS Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.
Hunter and Jessica are back to break down what might be the most stressful 24 hours in galactic history. In this episode, the political, militaristic, and underworld factions of the rebellion are finally colliding, and Mon Mothma is officially done playing the polite politician. The hosts dissect her epic, bridge-burning Senate speech where she bravely drops the "M" word—Monster—on Emperor Palpatine right before the ISB literally pulls the plug on the power. Meanwhile, Cassian Andor's retirement plans are once again spectacularly ruined. Despite telling everyone who will listen that he is completely "done," he inevitably ends up playing bodyguard, throwing his gross brown jacket over Mon Mothma's couture to rescue her down a 187-step OSHA nightmare of a staircase. Jessica and Hunter also dive into Luthen's terrifying puppet-master skills, Bix's heartbreaking farewell recording (could there be a baby Andor on the way?), and the highly anticipated boot-up of a certain KX security droid. Plus, stick around for some quick thoughts on The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer and those glorious X-Wing sunset shots.Join us on Facebook: The Purrgil Pod. We are also on Blue Sky and Mastodon. And check out our website! www.ThePurrgilPod.com
In this episode, Jim Hill and Dan Graney zoom out and look at the chessboard. With Josh D'Amaro stepping into the CEO role and a noticeably restrained tone coming out of Disney leadership, the conversation isn't about splashy announcements. It's about positioning. From Avengers: Doomsday reshoots and Doctor Doom Oreo rollouts to Sony's Spider-Man reset and Lucasfilm's next theatrical move, this week felt less like checkmate and more like pieces quietly sliding into place. HIGHLIGHTS • A major executive profile previews Josh D'Amaro's March 18 CEO transition and underscores how Parks and Experiences now drive the majority of Disney's operating income. • Disney leadership publicly tempers expectations around Marvel while privately expressing confidence in Avengers: Doomsday as a potential 2026 event film. • Reports of three weeks of Doomsday reshoots in London raise the question: routine refinement or cause for concern? • A premium screen showdown looms as Doomsday is currently slated opposite Dune: Part Three, which holds IMAX exclusivity opening weekend. • Marvel lays groundwork for Doctor Doom across publishing and consumer products, including a coordinated comic relaunch and national Oreo promotion. • Sony Pictures signals a “full-scale reboot” of its live-action Spider-Man villain universe, pivoting back toward hero-centered storytelling and deeper collaboration with Kevin Feige. • A quick Star Wars temperature check, including internal reactions to The Mandalorian & Grogu marketing and early buzz around Star Wars: Starfighter. SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Unlocked Magic. Save up to 12% on Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando tickets with the trusted team behind DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market. Pick your dates, grab your tickets, and start saving today athttps://unlockedmagic.com/?utm_source=partner&utm_campaign=marvelus When you book, be sure to tell them Dan and Jim sent you. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Dan Graney - YouTube: @TheHubbubbery | Facebook: /thehubbubbery | Website: thehubbubbery.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's time for some Star Wars Questions! Will The Mandalorian and Grogu have an opening crawl? Does it need one? What's our current relationship with the Legends vs Canon debate and Gray Jedi? Joseph Scrimshaw and Ken Napzok answer these questions on the 844th 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, more details on the Women Who Make the Magic tour, a modified Star Wars season this year, egg hunting returns to the resort, A peek behind the scenes of construction at Avengers Campus, Tony Baxter will be talking Indy at an event in San Francisco, we finish our conversation with Philander, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos News: We previously mentioned the new Women Who Make the Magic Tour, but there are more details. The tour will highlight some of the women who helped bring Disneyland to life. The tour will. feature “beautiful music, the realms of whimsy, and more.” Harriet Burns, Alice Davis, Mary Blair, Ruth Shellhorn, Leota Toombs, Kim Irvine, Dorthea Redmond, and more will be explored. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2026/02/26/everything-you-need-to-know-about-disneys-new-tour/#more-1109176 While “Season of the Force” is not officially taking place this year, there is still Star Wars events happening around the resort! Hyperspace Mountain will return on April 28, along with a new adventure for the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run featuring the Mandalorian and Grogu. Starting April 29th, the timeline will expand in Galaxy's Edge when they welcome Leia, Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and Darth Vader join Chewbacca, Rey, Ahsoka Tano, The Mandalorian, Grogu, and R2-D2 on Batuu. The themes, by Disney Legend John Williams, from the first six films will also be heard throughout the area as well as some merchandise locations receiving an update. – https://www.micechat.com/431510-disneyland-update-less-food-more-walls-star-wars-land-changes/ With Easter just around the corner, the Eggstraviganza egg search has returned! The search will be available from now until April 6, 2026. The map and stickers will be $11.99, and can be purchased at multiple locations around Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Disney. Redemption locations are Pin Traders and World of Disney in Downtown Disney, Disney Showcase in Disneyland, and Elias & Co. in DCA. The egg keepsakes are back this year, with some fun new designs featuring Mickey, Minnie, Chip, Dale, Thumper, and the White Rabbit. – https://www.micechat.com/431510-disneyland-update-less-food-more-walls-star-wars-land-changes/ The construction to expand Avengers Campus has been going for a while, with glimpses of the additions every now and then. Walt Disney Imagineering shared on their Instagram a behind the scenes look at the structural engineering behind all the work. Not only is this a super interesting look at something that is so important for the attractions themselves, but it is so cool to see the attraction “shell” before the completion. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/avengers-campus-construction-expansion/ Indiana Jones and the Temple of the Forbidden Eye adventure opened 31 years ago! Fans can celebrate this beloved attraction and its history with none other than Tony Baxter at the Walt Disney Family Museum. On April 4th, at 1pm a special presentation will be held to give theme park fans a peek behind the attraction with the Disney Legend. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/wdfm-tony-baxter-indiana-jones-adventure/ World Compliment Day is celebrated on March 1st every year, and Disney got in on the fun to celebrate – and compliment – cast members! More than 3 million mobile cast compliments have been shared by guests at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. At Disneyland, we have had personal experience with the most complimented cast member, Luis, who is a PhotoPass photographer. Remember, next time you are in the park and have a great guest experience, add a cast compliment through the Disneyland App! – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disney-world-compliment-day-cast-members/ SnackChat: Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2026/02/25/first-look-at-snacks-coming-to-new-disney-event/#more-1108895 Discussion Topic: Epic Universe and being a Legacy Award Recipient with theme park fan and Disney Cast Member Philander – https://www.instagram.com/philanderc85/?hl=en Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
After a rather... interesting Super Bowl spot, Lucasfilm has finally released THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU official trailer!A helmet-less Din! X-Wings over a sunset! Sigourney Weaver! Zeb! EMBO! Jeremy Allen White is STINKY (Rotta The Hutt)?! Martin Scorsese?! Wait... was that MARK HAMILL?! Did this trailer live up to the hype? Did it make up for some of the perceived shortcoming from the Super Bowl spot?We discuss this trailer, speculate a little bit, and consider wondering if this film still feels like the right choice for Star Wars' triumphant return to the big screen! • • •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.
On this episode we sample two scotches from Annandale Distillery's Man O'Words lineup (a refill bourbon cask and a fresh bourbon cask) while chatting about Sir King Bensley, the Mandalorian and Grogu trailer, having a quarter cup of coffee, an AT-AT wreck, Xenomorphs and Ripley, whether or not Drep and Stone and Star Wars can exist at the same time, the Annandale Distillery, Man O'Words and Man O'Swords, fresh and refill bourbon casks, we got the sniffers and the tasters, good ole'chonky bits, textured sweet, a fruity and malty wave, the Soup OR Bowl, ads, Jurassic Park Xfinity, Neil Young and Laura Dern, the flappasaurus, age gaps and love interests, we need a payday, the beaches will be open, an alteration of our understanding of scotch, and old men yelling at clouds. Support Us On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DrepandStone We'd love to hear from you! https://linktr.ee/DrepandStone Don't forget to subscribe! Music by @joakimkarudmusic Episode #336
It's time for Star Wars News! Harrison Ford received a lifetime achievement award from SAG-AFTRA, so let's look back (and ahead) at Harrison Ford's career and impact. Plus, are Disney execs allegedly worried about The Mandalorian and Grogu? What's working against and for that movie? Joseph Scrimshaw and Ken Napzok talk about all that and more on the 843rd 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.
Holly Frey and Bryan Young talked about the new trailer for Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu as well as new tidbits of information from Star Wars: Maul: Shadow Lord. Then Holly gave details about the Star Wars holiday Hutt Taungs-day and they spoke of more changes coming to the Star Wars areas of Disney theme parks.
The Mandalorian Chapter 11: The Heiress.As we continue our countdown to The Mandalorian & Grogu, Matt & John delve into the third episode of Season 2 of The Mandalorian, Chapter 11: The Heiress. This episode roots the series even further into the larger Star Wars lore, bringing in Bo-Katan Kryze, a core legacy character from animation, showing clues of the Imperial Remnant's increasing vitality, and having The Child learn a valuable lesson about respecting life.HostJohn Mills and Matthew RushingYou've found the best Star Wars podcast with one-of-a-kind discussions in the spirit of fun! While you're here, look around our creator-focused network of podcasts with all the best of Star Trek, a deep-dive read of Harry Potter's magical world, analysis of film's greatest directors, and breaking news from top names in international film festivals, and so much more!Send us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
MON Comics! - https://www.youtube.com/@MoncomicsLatest Mandalorian & Grogu - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHWlvwu8t1w Trailer for Supergirl - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VoqjnU_wGJM Trailer for Spider-Noir - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgMbkitzhEM Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E76JW6d2as5oRFVSwHIQfTB2QkcxWei2Te7AnOJDEvw/edit?usp=sharing Welcome to the Multiverse Report, a weekly recap of your news across all the fandoms with Mike Gibson and Steve Haller! Check out our friends/sponsors at Funky Town Comics and Vinyl! Website: https://www.themultiversereport.com/
2025 Hit Sleeper Dud is here, and this year it's a solo pod.Whitey is on the road, the Academy Awards are looming, and the team is temporarily scattered, but the show must go on. So in true Born to Watch fashion, we break down the year in film the only way we know how, by calling it straight. The hits. The sleepers. The duds. No fence-sitting. No safe takes. Just movie love, movie rage, and a bit of chaos in between.First up, the HITS.Leading the charge is F1, starring the forever-sexy Brad Pitt. It's big, loud, formulaic and absolutely electric. Joseph Kosinski proves again he knows how to strap a camera inside a cockpit and make you feel every rev. Unreal cinema fun. That's what movies are supposed to be.Then comes Weapons, the horror surprise that had Whitey on edge from start to finish. Creepy premise, massive performances, and Amy Madigan absolutely crushing it. This one lingers.Stephen King's The Long Walk delivers bleak dystopia done right. Cooper Hoffman proves the talent runs in the bloodline, and Mark Hamill playing against type adds weight to a brutal premise.The Fantastic Four: First Steps lands better than expected, giving Marvel just enough oxygen to stay alive heading into Doomsday. Period setting, Galactus looming, and yes, Pedro Pascal everywhere.And yes, Jaws returning to cinemas for its 50th anniversary still rules the ocean. Some films do not age. They evolve.Now the SLEEPERS.Anaconda (2025) should not have worked. But it did. Jack Black, Paul Rudd, jungle chaos, midlife crisis energy. Low expectations. Big laughs.The Naked Gun reboot? Surprisingly hilarious. Liam Neeson leans into absurdity and Pamela Anderson brings the heat. It's not Leslie Nielsen, but it earns its laughs.Then Marvel's quiet comeback entry, Fantastic Four, sneaks in again as a sleeper-level win.Now the DUDS.Jurassic World Rebirth proves some DNA experiments should stay extinct.Superman should have soared. Instead, it stumbled. Strong casting, messy execution.And Captain America: Brave New World? Whitey turned it off. Enough said.Plus, we talk about the “meh” movies like Sinners and One Battle After Another, which were good but not great.Then we look forward. Spielberg. Nolan's The Odyssey. Michael. Masters of the Universe. Mandalorian and Grogu. Avengers Doomsday. Dune Messiah.Big year coming.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONWhat was YOUR 2025 Hit Sleeper Dud?Did Superman deserve better?Are we done with dinosaurs yet?Drop us a voicemail at https://www.borntowatch.com.au and be part of the show.Like. Subscribe. Share with your friends. Share with your enemies.Born to Watch. We don't take ourselves or the movies too seriously.#BornToWatch #MoviePodcast #2025Movies #FilmReview #HitSleeperDud #CinemaTalk #MovieDebate #Blockbusters #Marvel #FilmFans
Fangirls Going Rogue: Star Wars Conversation from a Female POV
A lot has happened in the opening weeks of 2026! Kathleen Kennedy retired. Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan were elevated to President and Co-President respectively. Josh D'Amaro was elevated to CEO of Disney. The Super Bowl featured an unconventional spot for The Mandalorian and Grogu. Disney, likely seeing the wrong type of reaction across social media, released a trailer for the movie a little more than a week later. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski discuss how all these events suggest changes on the horizon for Star Wars fans. Forthcoming appearances of Han, Luke, Leia and Darth Vader at Disneyland's Batuu appear like a promising start. The main discussion focuses on what the trailer suggests for the storytelling future of Din Djarin and Grogu. Who's their antagonist? Why is bounty hunter Embo's appearance significant? What do snakes signify in myth? Let's dive in… Related Lucasfilm leadership announcement via StarWars.com Skywalking Through Neverland discussion on changes at Disneyland and Dave Filoni as President of Lucasfilm Hyperspace Theories: Lucasfilm's New Era Officially Begins Skywalking Through Neverland: In Defense of Lucasfilm Super Bowl Spot The Mandalorian and Grogu Super Bowl spot The Mandalorian and Grogu Official Trailer Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!
Tune in for the latest in movie news. We cover the third 28 Years Later film potentially being in limbo, Sam Raimi's hint at a new Darkman sequel, and Scream 7's approach to advance screenings, plus a new Charlie's Angels project in the works. Then we dive into trailers for Lee Cronin's The Mummy, The Gates (James Van Der Beek's final film), The Mandalorian and Grogu, Blumhouse's Obsession, and Toy Story 5, before wrapping with box office predictions for Scream 7. Don't miss it!"
The gang discusses the Superbowl TV spot for Mando and Grogu as well as the actual trailer for the film. Introspection, speculation and other big words abound!
Welcome to the very first episode of Now Playing Podcast: Intermission, our new monthly free-form show where the structure is looser, it's far less edited, and anything can happen! This month: Arnie goes nuclear over Alamo Drafthouse's new mid-movie cell phone ordering system and why he canceled his Season Pass. Brock and Stuart break down Oscar season, from the Best Picture nominees to which films Arnie might actually enjoy. The hosts debate Star Wars fatigue, The Mandalorian & Grogu, and who Lucasfilm is making movies for. And we welcome our very first Patreon supporter guest for some horror trivia! This is the show where we talk about what we're watching, what's frustrating us, and what's coming next for Now Playing Podcast. And this is our first show of this kind, so let us know if you enjoy the show. We welcome your feedback to help shape this new type of Now Playing Podcast! If you like this looser vibe, let us know. We'll be back next month!
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The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad discuss the new trailer for Mando and Grogu.They end the show discussing a new article about Disney and their new era of leadership.
The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad discuss the new trailer for Mando and Grogu.They end the show discussing a new article about Disney and their new era of leadership.
Short month, long episode! First, Ben Lindbergh and Charles Holmes extoll the virtues of one of their favorite fantasy stories, the anime series ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey's End,' touching on its themes, influences, and characters, as well as why it makes a great gateway show for non-anime fans. They also discuss some other highlights of a peak period for anime (including ‘Journal With Witch' and ‘Jujutsu Kaisen'), preview a few coming attractions, and take a detour with discussion of ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu.' After that, other Ringer-Verse hosts, friends, and listeners salute unsung releases to top off another monthly roundup of fandom favorites from TV, anime, movies, video games, books, comics, and beyond that were released recently, but not yet covered in depth on a full-length episode. Intro (00:00) ‘Frieren' (03:04) ‘Journal With Witch' (25:34) ‘Jujutsu Kaisen' (37:15) Van's recommendation (50:15) Steve's recommendation (51:55) Miles's recommendation (54:37) Daniel's recommendation (56:21) Devon's recommendation (58:30) Arjuna's recommendation (59:32) Matt's recommendation (61:29) Listener nomination (69:03) Recap of picks (71:13) Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Devon Renaldo, Daniel Chin, Miles Surry, Arjuna Ramgopowell, Matt James, Steve Ahlman Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We broke down the new trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu last week, so this week, we hear what YOU think. The RFR Voicemail inbox was overstuffed with your opinions, observations, speculations and hot takes. We look at news reports that suggest The Mandalorian and Grogu Super Bowl commercial failed to make the desired impact, according to insiders. How many times will you see the Mando movie in the theaters? We share our thoughts and discuss the reasons why people are avoiding going to theaters like they once did. Plus, nostalgia for Star Wars prequel bootlegs, and "Tauntaun Talk" with The Top Three Greatest Tauntaun Moments of All Time, the shortcomings of digital Hutts and more.
Jim and Lauren follow the winding path of Labyrinth as it turns 40, exploring how a film that underperformed in 1986 became one of the most beloved cult classics of the home video era - and how its legacy nearly intertwined with Disney in a much bigger way. In this episode of I Want That Too, we connect the dots between Jim Henson's ambitious fantasy film, its surprising international success, and the long road that led Disney to acquire the Muppets - but not Labyrinth. Along the way, we look at the massive 40th anniversary merch push and what it says about the power of nostalgia-driven consumer products. NEWS • Disney Consumer Products wins big at North America's Toy Fair, taking home Doll of the Year for the American Girl Moana collection and Plush Toy of the Year for the interactive Stitch • How upcoming theatrical releases - including The Mandalorian and Grogu, Toy Story 5, Moana (live-action), and Spider-Man: Brand New Day - are shaping Disney's 2026 merchandise strategy • A new Haunted Mansion wedding venue debuts at Disneyland as Disney Fairy Tale Weddings celebrates its 35th anniversary • Disney unveils a 35th anniversary light-up wedding gown featuring 500 embedded lights and 35 programmable lighting effects • Labyrinth kicks off its 40th anniversary celebration with anniversary screenings, a 60-city concert tour, new collectibles, and specialty footwear collaborations FEATURE • Why Labyrinth struggled at the box office in 1986 despite an A-team creative lineup that included George Lucas and David Bowie • The international box office story that softened the blow - and helped build the film's cult following • How Labyrinth's disappointing domestic performance factored into Jim Henson's decision to sell his company • The original 1989 Disney acquisition deal that would have given the Mouse the entire Henson film library - including Labyrinth and The Dark Crystal • Why the Henson family ultimately retained key IP like Labyrinth, Fraggle Rock, and The Dark Crystal when Disney finalized its Muppets purchase in 2004 • The newly announced Labyrinth sequel in development at TriStar Pictures and what it signals about the brand's enduring power HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Lauren Hersey - IG: @lauren_hersey_ | X: @laurenhersey2 FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Unlock Magic. If a Disney or Universal trip is on your radar for 2026, Unlock Magic helps you secure great ticket prices with expert guidance from people who truly know the parks. Visit UnlockedMagic.com to lock in the best deals and make your next trip a little more magical. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices