Podcasts about jedi masters john mills

Star Wars Commentary.20 years ago, George Lucas brought *Star Wars* back to theatres. This was no simple anniversary release, though, as it had “a few new surprises.”Celebrate this special (edition) anniversary with Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing for an exclusive audio commentary track to accompany you on your journey back to that galaxy far, far away.Then complete your trip after the movie with Mike Schindler and John on “Great Shot, Kid!,” (http://www.thenerdparty.com/greatshotkid)  in a special episode recounting their experiences with the special editions for the first time....HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes

Hearts of Kyber.In one way or another, Kyber Crystals have always been near the heart of the Star Wars galaxy. From the very early drafts of the original film, George Lucas had conceived of a crystal that could focus the energies of the Force and serve as a link to the ethereal energies that were core to the Jedi Way...or the Sith.In this episode, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing explore the history of the Kyber Crystals, how they've reconciled their revised mythology, and how they've worked within the context of the latest blockbuster, Rogue One.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes

Star Wars is a rich tapestry populated by interesting characters with deep back stories. At least, we think it might be.With a plethora of characters and concepts, and media to transmit their stories, one of the great mysteries of the new map Lucasfilm is building of Star Wars history is how many disappointing turns and dead ends you find on your journey. Whether Chewbacca, Vader, or Fett, these characters with amazing possibilities have been frustratingly hit-and-miss.In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing examine the back stories from a galaxy far, far away. Where have they built a satisfying piece of the puzzle, where did they go wrong, and how can they make sure they get  the next pieces lined up correctly?What are your greatest hits and misses for Star Wars back stories, both past and present?HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSupport Aggressive Negotiations, and the Nerd Party network, by trying Lootcrate at: www.lootcrate.com/nerdparty Subscribe in iTunes! 

In a short while, on a television very near you...Disney and Lucasfilm have fired up the imaginations of fans yet again with the promise of a live-action television show set in the Star Wars galaxy. Immediately we wonder, when it will be set and what characters we will see. Shortly after that, we wonder if we should get head shots and an agent.In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing help the Disney machine by pitching their own ideas  for a Star Wars live-action series, and then a few other ideas they want to spitball for some of that sweet syndicated cash.What territory does television open for your Star Wars imagination?HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSupport Aggressive Negotiations, and the Nerd Party network, by trying Lootcrate at: www.lootcrate.com/nerdparty Subscribe in iTunes!       

But is it Canon?A question that consumes franchise fans, and especially *Star Wars* fans, is the authentic and official nature of non-film works. The religious term adopted for these works is “canon,” the concept of an essential text that is indispensable to the acolyte's complete understanding of the story.In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing discuss the concept of Star Wars “canon,” its nature and its ongoing effect on fans' enjoyment of the current body of work.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSupport Aggressive Negotiations, and the Nerd Party network, by trying Lootcrate at: www.lootcrate.com/nerdparty Subscribe in iTunes! 

Give Clone Peace a Chance.The conflict that is the pivot point for all of the Star Wars is the Clone War, the culminating battle between Good and Evil with heroes determined by a point of view. It is the point around which an entire galaxy spirals into chaos, and a battle that continues all the way into The Force Awakens.In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing examine this crucial moment in Star Wars to see how they might have avoided it, how it could have ended previously and the aftershocks that continue through the Disney-era sequel era.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSupport Aggressive Negotiations, and the Nerd Party network, by trying Lootcrate at: www.lootcrate.com/nerdparty Subscribe in iTunes! 

Issue 021: Directing RevengeContinuing their series examining the direction of the Prequel Trilogy, John and Matt ask each other who, if not George Lucas, would have been well-suited to directing Revenge of the Sith? What could a different director have brought, and how would it have shaped the story on the final chapter of George Lucas’ vision for the Skywalker Saga?In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing offer a look at alternatives that were open to Lucas, fantasy picks that are a bit outside the wheelhouse, and surprise each other with names the other wishes they’d considered.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSupport Aggressive Negotiations, and the Nerd Party network, by trying Lootcrate at: www.lootcrate.com/nerdparty Subscribe in iTunes!  

The Attack of the Clones soundtrack.As the prequel trilogy entered its second chapter, John Williams continued to build his sonic oeuvre from a galaxy far, far away. While The Phantom Menace told a tale of wonder, discovery, and heroism, Attack of the Clones was to be a tale of intrigue, mystery, and fateful love. In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing review the soundtrack’s successes, its missteps and its home-release format to see how Williams’ score measured up, and whether he found the right symphonic voice to match Lucas’ increasingly computer-generated visuals.What is your opinion of the score for this much-maligned Star Wars film?HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes!    

The direction of the prequel films became a contentious point among Star Wars fans as The Phantom Menace hit theatres in 1999. This debate became more pointed when George Lucas stayed in the director's chair for Attack of the Clones, as many fans voiced the opinion he should have handedthe reigns to someone else. So what if Lucas, the victim of stinging criticisms, had decided to do just that?In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing offer a look at alternatives Lucas could have chosen if he'd sat back to focus on producing, instead of directing, the second entry in the prequel trilogy. They offer their dream choices, debate their more-realistic picks, and pitch their dark horse candidates for who Lucas would've been able to trust with his tale of galactic intrigue and romance.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMastersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aggressivenegotiations/Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes 

The Force Awakens.Our most contentious negotiations occur this week, as our examination of The Force Awakens Blu-Ray/DVD/Digital Download continues, as we move from discussing the special features on the latest Star Wars home release to the film itself. We assess how home viewing alters estimation of the film, new reads on the material, and what flaws are highlighted and strengths magnified. Are there story choices that could have been made that would have benefited the film, or are the Jedi Masters seeking something that cannot be found?In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing journey back to Jakku from the comfort of their living rooms to discover what The Force Awakens means to them now, as the fervor from its theatrical release has died down. Find out where the film ranks in order of preference, what they see happening with public perception in the future, and what the impact of future releases will be.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes! 

So Civilized.“The weapon of a Jedi Knight. Not as clumsy or random as a blaster. An elegant weapon, from a more…civilized age.” In 1977, the character of Obi-Wan Kenobi introduced the world to the lightsaber with those words. As the energy blade emitted from that gleaming metal hilt, it captured the imaginations of children and adults without exception.In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing examine the symbolism, schematics, and style of one of the most iconic weapons in film history! Through decades of films, books, and television shows, the lightsaber has seen its meaning and expression changed to reflect the look and feel of each era. They share the hits, the misses, and what the most meaningful blades of the saga are to them.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes!

The last few moments of Star Wars Rebels season 1 left us in awe as a beloved character descended the ladder of the Ghost and we were rewarded with the return of Ahsoka Tano. In this supplemental episode of The 602 Club host Matthew Rushing is joined by fellow Jedi Masters John Mills and Tristan Riddell to talk about season 2 of Star Wars Rebels. To start we discuss the Rogue One trailer, then entering season 2, getting Rex back, Blood Sisters, Wings of the Master, Stealth Strike, The Future of the Force, Legacy, A Princess on Lothal, Legends of the Lasat, The Protector of Concord Dawn, frustration, helicopter lightsabers, Ahsoka and Vader, Ahsoka’s end, having Maul back, hopes for season 3 and our ratings. Originally posted as The 602 Club S19: Give Us the Mythology

Star Wars Rebels Season 2. The last few moments of Star Wars Rebels season 1 left us in awe as a beloved character descended the ladder of the Ghost and we were rewarded with the return of Ahsoka Tano. In this supplemental episode of The 602 Club host Matthew Rushing is joined by fellow Jedi Masters John Mills and Tristan Riddell to talk about season 2 of Star Wars Rebels. To start we discuss the Rogue One trailer, then entering season 2, getting Rex back, Blood Sisters, Wings of the Master, Stealth Strike, Future of the Force, Legacy, A Princess on Lothal, Legends of the Lasat, The Protector of Concord Dawn, frustration, helicopter lightsabers, Ahsoka and Vader, Ahsoka's end, having Maul back, hopes for season 3 and our ratings. Chapters Rogue One Trailer (00:02:18) Season 2 of Rebels (00:13:39) Entering Season 2 (00:15:38) Getting Rex Back (00:20:00) Blood Sisters (00:25:45) Wings of the Master (00:28:24) Stealth Strike (00:30:34) The Future of the Force (00:32:01) Legacy (00:36:05) A Princess on Lothal (00:37:03) Legends of the Lasat (00:40:46) The Protector of Concord Dawn (00:44:41) So Frustrating (00:47:33) Helicopter Lightsabers (00:49:08) Ashoka and the Vader (00:51:11) Ashoka's End (01:00:01) Having Maul Back (01:04:32) Hopes for Season 3 (01:07:50) Ratings (01:15:14) Host Matthew Rushing Guests John Mills Tristan Riddell Production Matthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlene Schmidt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager) Ken Tripp (Associate Producer) Davis Grayson (Associate Producer)

Representatives of the Jedi Order.Who represented the title of Jedi best? With a disparate Order from thousands of cultures, who managed to rise above and help define what it meant to be a Knight or a Master? After all, how we behave reflects on who we’re trying to be.In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing turn their focus to the Jedi that helped define the title for them, how they came to those conclusions and where they differ.As an added bonus, Matthew surprises John with a question about Force Ghosts!HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes!

Issue 005: Are the Jedi Necessary?The accusation has been brought against the Jedi that all the problems in the galaxy find their way back to the action or inaction of the Order. Would the Star Wars galaxy have been better off if the Jedi never existed?In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing discuss if the Jedi are necessary in Star Wars, what do they mean to the saga and what is it that makes them important?HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aggressivenegotiations/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes!

Jedi That Were, Jedi To Be.The Jedi Order. The iconic knights of the Star Wars galaxy have been defined and redefined many times on film and in print, and they are being reinvented once again with the coming of The Force Awakens. But who were the Jedi? What did they mean to a storyline filled with rogues, rebels and lightsabers?In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing open a series focused on this ancient order of peacekeepers, examining what they’ve come to mean and what is to come now that Rey has found Luke.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aggressivenegotiations/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes!

Favorite Ships.Design has always been one of the core pillars of the world building in the Star Wars galaxy, and one of the key stones in that pillar has been ship design. From the simply cool to the downright iconic, fans of all types can acknowledge the influence the design of Star Wars has played in their enjoyment of the still-expanding saga.In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing answer a listener question, discussing their favorite ship designs, honorable mentions, definitions of a “ship” and even a couple they dislike outright.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aggressivenegotiations/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes!

Friendship.Friendship is one of the most powerful forces in life, whether it’s our galaxy or one far, far away. A key element of Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the new friendship between Poe and Finn, which left the Masters pondering, “Is this the first true friendship in Star Wars?”In this episode of Aggressive Negotiations, Jedi Masters John Mills and Matthew Rushing discuss friendship in the Star Wars saga by comparing and contrasting the uniqueness of Poe and Finn’s friendship with others seen throughout the films and television shows.HostsJohn Mills and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aggressivenegotiations/ Email: an@thenerdparty.comSubscribe in iTunes!

Star Wars: Attack of the Clones. After The Phantom Menace many fans wondered just what would happen in the upcoming Star Wars movie and with the release of the title there was massive speculation that the hallowed Clone Wars would finally be seen on the big screen. In this episode of The 602 Club host Matthew Rushing and intrepid Jedi Masters John Mills and Bruce Gibson discuss Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones. We actually start the show giving our thoughts on the latest Batman V Superman trailer, then we jump into our Episode II experience, the wunderkind, Obi-Wan being like Qui-Gon, John outdoing himself, the spiral down, the love story, a vast galaxy, the dark side, questioning Dooku's truth-telling, one last question and our ratings.     Host Matthew Rushing   Guests John Mills Bruce Gibson   Editor and Producer Matthew Rushing Richard Marquez   Executive Producers Norman C. Lao and C Bryan Jones   Associate Producers Ken Tripp   Production Manager Richard Marquez   Content Manager Will Nguyen   Chapters Batman V Superman Trailer (00:02:05) The Episode II Experience (00:14:04) Wunderkind (00:22:38) Obi-Wan Like Qui-Gon (00:35:25) John Out Does Himself (00:40:23) The Spiral Down (00:42:16) The Love Story (00:48:45) A Vast Galaxy (00:59:55) The Dark Side (01:11:33) Why Does Dooku Tell the Truth? (01:19:03) One More Question (01:22:17) Ratings (01:26:46)   Send us your feedback! Twitter: @trekfm Facebook: http://facebook.com/trekfm Voicemail: http://www.speakpipe.com/trekfm Contact Form: http://www.trek.fm/contact Visit the Trek.fm website at http://trek.fm/ Subscribe in iTunes: http://itunes.com/trekfm   Support the Network!   Become a Trek.fm Patron on Patreon and help us keep our shows coming to you every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/trekfm

After The Phantom Menace, many fans wondered just what would happen in the upcoming Star Wars movie. And with the release of the title, there was massive speculation that the hallowed Clone Wars would finally be seen on the big screen. In this episode, Matthew Rushing and intrepid Jedi Masters John Mills and Bruce Gibson discuss Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones. We actually start the show giving our thoughts on the latest Batman V Superman trailer, then we jump into our Episode II experience, the wunderkind, Obi-Wan being like Qui-Gon, John outdoing himself, the spiral down, the love story, a vast galaxy, the dark side, questioning Dooku's truth-telling, one last question and our ratings. Originally posted as The 602 Club 39: Friends in Low Places