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Episode #245: Join us as we ring in the new year with highlights from interviews past including Kevin Liell with Norse Legion, Rancho Obi Wan docent and Lego expert Marc Morita, and the incomparable Steve Sansweet, Ranch Obi Wan CEO and founder of the Saga Museum of Star Wars Memorabilia. Join us live on Wednesdays at 9pm Pacific at YouTube.com/@wretchedhivepodcast
Two men enter, one man leaves. It's the Pint-Sized Padawan vs the Potty-Mouthed Prophet in a winner-take-all, no-holds-barred STAR WARS trivia showdown! Star Wars trivia expert Kevin Liell joins us to moderate this "Duel of the Fates" between two STAR WARS superfans from two very different generations: Kid Blake vs F.J. DeSanto. Place your bets now! Plus, do fans still care about the history of STAR WARS? Should there be Original Trilogy elements in GALAXY'S EDGE? Is Kathleen Kennedy hiding under your bed? Only the SOUTH PARK guys know for sure as they reveal what's really going on at Disney and within "The Panderverse" Show artwork by Santi Nemo Get ad-free shows, bonus podcasts, full show video and more at RFR on Patreon! www.rebelforceradio.com
With KENOBI wrapped, we look ahead to the next big STAR WARS streaming series ANDOR with an in-depth review of the first trailer. In news headlines: OBI-WAN KENOBI writer Stuart Beattie revealed the original plan for the story to be told as a feature film trilogy, and the status of Taika Waititi's STAR WARS film seems uncertain. Kevin Liell joins us IN THE CANTINA to make a big announcement and shares his OBI-WAN KENOBI REVIEW and STAR WARS CELEBRATION stories. Plus, we look back at the Original Trilogy via audio highlights for the moments when Anakin Skywalker emerged from the Darth Vader persona.
Daniel Logan brought the character of Boba Fett to life in STAR WARS: ATTACK OF THE CLONES in 2002 and has been a fixture at Star Wars events and conventions ever since. An old friend of RFR, we are happy to bring you our longest on-air conversation with Daniel to date. We talk all about shooting Episode II, voicing Boba in THE CLONE WARS, and his huge personal Star Wars collection, some of which he’s auctioning off via his new Facebook group BOUNTYBOXES. Last week we wondered why the classic Kenner Luke Skywalker action figure had a yellow lightsaber. Kevin Liell joins us with fresh info from original Kenner designer Jim Swearingen who explains why the accessory was not-quite-movie-accurate. Plus, Machtails, HOBBYLife and Werewolves of London.
S7 E11 "Shattered" After capturing Maul on Mandalore, Ahsoka's journey to the Jedi Council is disrupted when Order 66 is declared, turning her world upside down We celebrate the penultimate episode of STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS with a killer Roundtable featuring Billy Mac and Kevin Liell, plus live listener calls as we break down THE SIEGE OF MANDALORE Part Three: SHATTERED.
S7 E1-4 "The Bad Batch" "A Distant Echo" "On The Wings of Keeradaks" "Unfinished Business" The mysterious Clone Force 99 joins Captain Rex and Anakin on a mission that leads to the discovery of a fellow Clonetrooper long considered dead. We’re talking about the first four episodes from the final season of STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS with our review of the full “Bad Batch” arc featuring our special guests, Star Wars artist Kevin Liell and morning drive sports anchor from Newsradio 780 Chicago, Josh Liss. Plus, live callers voice weigh in!
After years of speculation and anticipation, a live-action STAR WARS weekly series becomes reality when THE MANDALORIAN series debut happens next week. We look at the first footage of Nick Nolte’s Ugnaught character Kuiil and Ming Na Wen’s bounty hunter Fennic Shand with speculation about the teased big spoiler in the premiere episode. RFR broke the news last month, Denis Lawson will be returning to Star Wars in THE RISE OF SKYWALKER to reprise his role of Wedge Antilles. Kevin Liell joins us to share the inside scoop about how it all happened. And, a mystery guest joins us to provide a counterpoint to our “Star Wars Crybaby” criticism of Eric Butts’s Star Wars trailer reaction video from last week’s show. Plus, getting pumped up for RFR Live: Skywalker Rises In Ohio and more!
Daisy Ridley is on the interview circuit and making some early comments about THE RISE OF SKYWALKER. What hints are Daisy dropping? Kevin Liell joins us with a report from the Peter Mayhew memorial that took place last weekend in Texas. Listener voicemail presents a question about Galaxy’s Edge, Samuel L. Jackson again says he wants a Mace Windu comeback, and we hear an interesting version of the Star Wars Main Theme from an unlikely source.
On day three of STAR WARS CELEBRATION CHICAGO, RFR Patreon members gathered on Chicago’s South Side at Alulu Brewery for an exclusive live episode of Rebel Force Radio. Rancho Obi-Wan’s legendary Stephen J. Sansweet stops by to talk about the history of Star Wars Celebration and the challenges he faced as a member of the Lucasfilm planning committee in charge of the first-ever event back in 1999. It’s always a “celebration” of laugh and song when Steve joins us. Worlds collide! Puppet Lando shared the same space with the real Lando, Billy Dee Williams for a whirlwind photo-op. We provide a play-by-play recount of what was our most insane moment at Star Wars Celebration. Then, Puppet Lando himself joins us to read through the amazing Star Wars-inspired menu provided by Alulu Brewery. We review some hot new STAR WARS headlines including news that J.J. Abrams met with George Lucas while developing the script for THE RISE OF SKYWALKER. Plus, we react to the return of Emperor Palpatine in Episode IX and how it may affect the legacy of THE LAST JEDI. Bob Iger says that Star Wars films will be placed on a hiatus and we try to decipher what that really means. Star Wars artist/entrepreneur Kevin Liell joins us along with audience feedback about THE RISE OF SKYWALKER trailer. The blue milk was spiked by Greedo and flowing all night long at Alulu. Join us for the party! More Star Wars Celebration Chicago coverage is coming from us soon including RFR LIVE in CHICAGO from REGGIE’S.
THE MANDALORIAN has been revealed as the name of the upcoming STAR WARS live-action series coming from Jon Favreau. We review the information revealed in the official press release and analyze the tantalizing first photo of the title character. STAR WARS RESISTANCE launches this weekend. We look at early reviews and talk about our expectations for the series and take a look at some of the upcoming action figures. Friend of the show, STAR WARS artist Kevin Liell stops by IN THE CANTINA with original trilogy actor Rusty Goffe, who shares his stories about playing several characters in A NEW HOPE such as Kabe, Power Droid, and a Jawa. You may have also spotted Rusty in some other famous franchises as well like Harry Potter, Willow, and Willy Wonka. We discuss The Hollywood Reporter story revealing Kathleen Kennedy has extended her contract with Lucasfilm for three more years, we review highlights from Clint Howard’s visit to The Dennis Miller Option, and more.
Return of the Jedi’s Salacious Crumb was a crowd pleaser from the moment we first saw him onscreen in 1983. This week on RFR, we talk to the man behind the laughter, actor Mark Dodson joins us IN THE CANTINA to talk all-things-Crumb, courtesy of our pal Kevin Liell. With Darth Maul’s surprise return to the Saga in SOLO, we review some vintage Ray Park audio from our archives to find some uncanny foresight. In news headlines, Bob Iger reveals new information about the status of the upcoming Disney Streaming Service and what Star Wars content will be included...And what won’t. Plus, new info about Star Wars Resistance. Todd Fisher, Carrie’s brother, shared his thoughts and feelings, along with a little info, about unused footage of his sister being used in Star Wars Episode IX. We listen to highlights of his comments along with a recent Simon Pegg interview where he expresses remorse for some of his past harsh criticisms of the Star Wars prequels and Jar Jar Binks.
Tom Savage from the New Orleans Saints joins us IN THE CANTINA to discuss what it’s like to be an NFL quarterback and huge Star Wars fan. Tom shares his reviews of the latest Star Wars films, predictions, and stories from the locker room. Lando’s Back! Rumors are strong about the return of Billy Dee Williams to Star Wars in Episode IX. Billy Mac is in the studio with us to celebrate this good news and other top stories. We have exclusive audio from ComiCONN’s Star Wars panel hosted by Kevin Liell and featuring General Grievous actor Matthew Wood and the laugh behind Salacious Crumb, Mark Dodson. Kevin asked some questions from the RFR audience...See if he asked yours! Plus, we investigate the voice of Nien Nunb, we listen to audio highlights from recent Mark Hamill and Ron Howard interviews, and we talk about our decision to leave Twitter in the dust.
People are wondering why we are still talking about THE LAST JEDI...Are you kidding me? We’ll be talking about TLJ for decades! And, SOLO, and the OT, PT, Rogue One...You name it...We talk about it all. This week is no exception as we are joined by STAR WARS artist, entrepreneur and convention panel host Kevin Liell. Kevin joins us to give his reviews of the latest STAR WARS films and his experience appearing on AMC’s recently-cancelled COMIC BOOK MEN. Plus, we review the latest rumors about upcoming STAR WARS films, from Kenobi to Mos Eisley, and potential Lucasfilm shake-ups, Mark Hamill talks more about Luke in TLJ, Ron Howard talks about the rumor that future STAR WARS standalones are on hold, listener voice mail, a new RFR jingle and more.
“Solo: A Star Wars Story” is now out in theaters and in this special episode Chris, Tim and Matt welcome friend of the show Kevin Liell on to discuss their thought on this latest entry to the Star Wars film franchise. The Star Wars In Character podcast and all the work we do at NEOZAZ is funded solely by our generous Patreon supporters. To learn how you can help support the show and get access to exclusive episodes and content created exclusively for our Patreon supporters, please visit patreon.com/neozaz. Support and access to these exclusive productions starts at just $1 and everything is used to keep past and current episodes online and to help grow the network and the produce more specials and series for the show. Get each new episode of Star Wars In Character automatically by subscribing to Star Wars In Character on iTunes. Listen and subscribe to Star Wars In Character on Stitcher. Follow SWIC on social media through Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. And keep up on all the last from NEOZAZ at Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Mini Ep. #13: Amazing Star Wars artist Kevin Liell shares his experience watching THE LAST JEDI and his hope for SOLO, and highlights the latest gear from NORSE LEGION.
On the heels of the release of "Star Wars The Last Jedi", Tim and Chris welcome friend of the show Kevin Liell to record their commentary track for "Star Wars The Force Awakens". The Star Wars In Character podcast and all the work we do at NeoZAZ is made possible through the generosity of Patreon supporters. To learn how you can help support the show and have the opportunity to select the subject of an upcoming episode of Star Wars In Character, please visit our Patreon Page at: https://www.patreon.com/neozaz Get each new episode of Star Wars In Character automatically by subscribing to Star Wars In Character on iTunes. Listen and subscribe to Star Wars In Character on Stitcher.
With less than a month to go until THE LAST JEDI, the RFR voicemail hotline has gone into overdrive. We listen to your speculation, questions, and observations about not just Episode VIII, but other hot topics in the STAR WARS universe, like the upcoming TV show, Rian Johnson’s all-new trilogy and more. We look back at the history of the live-action STAR WARS television series and listen to comments from George Lucas, Rick McCallum, and others. Mark Hamill spoke at a SalesForce conference last week in San Francisco and RFR microphones were there. Hear what Mark couldn’t say about THE LAST JEDI…and what little he could say. Chewbacca actor Jonas Suotamo and General Veers Julian Glover joined Kevin Liell onstage at the Rhode Island Comic Con last weekend and we have some exclusive highlights of their conversation. Plus, STAR WARS BATTLEFRONT 2, Mark Hamill visits Star Tours, Marvel Comic’s “Darth Vader” and more.
The action stays on Lothal on this week's Rebels two-parter "Kindred" and "Crawler Commandeers". As the final season of Rebels moves along, we get introduced to Thrawn's operative Rukh, Seth Green returns to Star Wars animation to voice the trandoshan Seevor, and the relationship between Kanan and Hera heats up. Plus, more loth-wolves and TIE Defenders! Joining us this week to rip into these episodes is Star Wars artist Kevin Liell.
Marvel Comic’s “Darth Vader #1” is in our hands and we give you our full review and continue our impassioned discussion from the past few weeks about whether the book attempts to rewrite established film canon or not. “Star Wars: Thrawn” author Timothy Zahn, Ray Park (Darth Maul) and ROGUE ONE’s Darth Vader, Spencer Wilding appeared in panels last week at ComiCONN. Kevin Liell hosted the panels and he joins us with exclusive audio highlights. Mark Hamill recently spoke about THE LAST JEDI and the passing of iconic Batman actor Adam West. We review his comments and more!
In this special episode - it’s The Star Wars In Character Podcast LIVE at Celebration Orlando! It’s a featured filled episode starting with our character discussion on “Tessek” from “Return of the Jedi”. We then feature a special appearance by the Mandalorian Mercs followed by a live round of “The Liell File” with special quest Kevin Liell! And we wrap it all up with a live “Ask Us Anything” with the live audience! The Star Wars In Character podcast and all the work we do at NeoZAZ is made possible through the generosity of Patreon supporters. To learn how you can help support the show and have the opportunity to select the subject of an upcoming episode of Star Wars In Character, please visit our Patreon Page at:https://www.patreon.com/neozaz Get each new episode of Star Wars In Character automatically by subscribing to Star Wars In Character on iTunes. Listen and subscribe to Star Wars In Character on Stitcher.
We review the STAR WARS REBELS mid-season finale "Visions and Voices". Star Wars artist Kevin Liell joins us to talk about Darth Maul's growing influence on Ezra Bridger, the tilt in the balance of The Force towards the Dark Side, and the return of The Nightsisters. Plus, we talk break down the new trailer for the second half of season 3, talk about the new voice of Ben Kenobi, and speculate on the future of STAR WARS REBELS.
It's time for the Star Wars Collectors Cast and Star Wars Action News, LIVE from Celebration Europe. Join James Burns and Steve Nixon as they blast through 45 minutes in the company of Steve Sansweet from Rancho Obi-Wan, artists JAKe and Kevin Liell and the team from Propel. All this and more in the 68th episode of the Star Wars Collectors Cast, brought to you by the Jedi News Network. You can contact us on Skype at JediNewsNetwork with your comments, views and opinions and be a part of the show.
Episode 176 In this episode we open so highlights from the Great Philadelphia Comic Con including the announcement of the winning design of Kevin Liell and Norse Legions exclusive Celebration Europe pin! The it’s one to our main feature, the man the the nicest lips in the Imperial Navy, Nahdonnis Praji from Episode IV of the Star Wars Saga, A New Hope. Then it’s a new round of trivia, with a new twist, and a new spotlight celebrity guest star! The Star Wars In Character podcast and all the work we do at NeoZAZ is made possible through the generosity of Patreon supporters. To learn how you can help support the show and have the opportunity to select the subject of an upcoming episode of Star Wars In Character, please visit our Patreon Page at: https://www.patreon.com/neozaz Get each new episode of Star Wars In Character automatically by subscribing to Star Wars In Character on iTunes. Listen and subscribe to Star Wars In Character on Stitcher. Follow all the latest Star Wars in Character news and continued discussion on our social media sites. Find us on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/starwarsincharacter and follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/swicpodcast For all the latest from NeoZAZ, follow us on facebook at:http://www.faceboook.com/neozazpodcast and on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/neozaz
Special guest Kevin Liell joins the show to wrap up trivia, discuss a controversial answer, and reach out to the SWIC community to help pick the final Star Wars Celebration Exclusive pin from Norselegion.com! When at Celebration Europe in London, be sure to visit Kevin's booth, booth N427. For more on Norse Legion, visit: http://www.norselegion.com/home For details on Star Wars Celebration Europe visit: http://www.starwarscelebration.com/
After one week in release, THE FORCE AWAKENS continues to pack theaters and generate amazing conversation. The vibe continues here at RFR in earnest as we present our latest review show. From the humor to the drama of the film, we cover it all. It’s a podcaster reunion as we are joined by our old friend Pete Nadel, the STAR WARS podcasting pioneer who offers his always entertaining analysis of the saga and beyond. From “Famous Monsters” magazine, executive editor David Weiner stops by to provide his critical take on EPISODE VII. And STAR WARS artist Kevin Liell visits us with his review of TFA, delivered in his trademark, straight-shooting style. Merry Christmas from Jason Swank, Jimmy Mac and “Your Source For The Force”, REBEL FORCE RADIO.
Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls - our D23 Expo 2015 Recap!! SUPERSIZE, Part 1. You've been waiting patiently…and it's here! Just like Star Wars Celebration, we gathered together a group of Skywalkers on Sunday, right after the close of the Expo for an immediate debriefing of the weekend. Randy Crane from Stories Of The Magic podcast, Josh Kelley and Lauren Correia happily joined in. Kevin Liell of Norse Legion had some amazing stories to share about his GREEN ROOM experience hobnobbing with George Lucas, Johnny Depp and Dick Van Dyke! We also have another popular Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics segment with Star Wars Artist Randy Martinez, and perhaps Comedian and Star Wars Artist Denise Vasquez will share her opinion on the (interesting? disturbing?) Star Wars Pin-Up Special by Howard Chaykin seen at the back of 1977's Issue #3. Check it out: We still have sooooo many more interviews to share with you from D23 Expo, so stay tuned for our D23 Recap, Part 2. We interviewed Disney Imagineers, Kevin Kiner, Ashley Eckstein, and Randy Thornton (Disney Music Historian!). MEET-UPS 9/3/15: Moderating DK Publishing's FORCE FRIDAY Book Tour Kick-off with Star Wars authors! San Diego, CA Event Details 1/16/16: Star Wars Half Marathon Birthday Meet-Up at the Disneyland Resort! Anaheim, CA Event Details SUPPORT THE SHOW Skywalking Through Neverland T-Shirts at TeePublic! Check them out HERE. Shopping HerUniverse? Click here! Need something from Amazon.com? Click here. CONTACT US tweet! tweet! @SkywalkingPod Follow us on Meerkat and join in on interactive live-streaming of events. Send emails to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com and follow us on Facebook. If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review!
This episode is a grab bag of guests. First, Mike and Bryan talk to Darren Hayes, formerly of Savage Garden and currently of the He Said, He Said podcast, about the diversity issue. Then, they talk to Leigh George Kade of the Geek Show Podcast with quick reactions to the news of Rogue One. Then Mike is joined by Kevin Liell to discuss his art the Celebration Trivia contests and much more!Remember to visit booth 1103 at Star Wars Celebration and http://www.norselegion.com for some awesome Kevin Liell designed Star Wars inspired jewelry! If you like the show, please leave us iTunes/Stitcher reviews and share us with your friends and family! We’d greatly appreciate it.Full Of Sith is a safe haven for Star Wars fans, no matter what you like or what your opions are, we'd love for you to share them with us. Please do so by sending us a voicemail or email. Keep an eye out for our newest episodes on Monday mornings.Contact info, episodes, banners, promos, bios and so much more can be found at http://www.fullofsith.comThanks For Listening & May The Force Be With You... Always!
The TJW Podcast was on the road again! This time we stop off at our favorite convention of the year, Super Megafest in Framingham, Massachusetts! We had a great time meeting a lot of fans, artists and actors. We were especially pleased to have met Star Wars actors Ray Park (Darth Maul), Jeremy Bulloch (Boba Fett) and the lovely Femi Taylor (Oola from Return of the Jedi). I was also thrilled to chat with a personal hero of mine, Supergirl artist Jamal Igle and Star Wars artists Rob Taylor and Kevin Liell. Check out our coverage on this episode of Traveling the Jundland Wastes Podcast! Let the holiday season begin with a full dose of the TJW Podcast!Super Megafest 2013 art print by artist Kevin Liell TJW Podcast Host Mark Leibowitz andReturn of the Jedi actress Femi TaylorRay Park aka Darth Maul signed my Legacy of the Sith print by artist Mark MckennaTJW Podcast Host Daniel Gil was attacked bya pair of battlebots!Jeremy Bulloch aka Boba Fett chatting with fans!Boba Fett and the TJW Podcast...a great combination!Star Wars artist Rob Taylor from www.herofiedart.comMy fabulous Tatooine print from Rob Taylor!Comic book artist extraordinaire Jamal Igle! One of my favorite Supergirl coversby the great Jamal Igle!Let us know what you think of our coverage and the podcast! Email us at: jundlandwastespodcast@gmail.com!Happy holidays from your friends at the TJW Podcast!Mark and Dan
The countdown to Celebration VI continues on the ForceCast as we take a look at the official schedule of activites for days 1 and 2 of the big show with special co-host and pal Paul Bateman. Kevin Liell stops by for a little Star Wars trivia, Billy Dee answers the immortal question, more Inside the ForceCast panel details emerge, and Jimmy prepares for his upcoming training with Jedi Sabermaster Nick Gillard. Plus, more trading card giveaways, a new ForceCast t-shirt and much, much more!
The countdown to Celebration VI continues on the ForceCast as we take a look at the official schedule of activites for days 1 and 2 of the big show with special co-host and pal Paul Bateman. Kevin Liell stops by for a little Star Wars trivia, Billy Dee answers the immortal question, more Inside the ForceCast panel details emerge, and Jimmy prepares for his upcoming training with Jedi Sabermaster Nick Gillard. Plus, more trading card giveaways, a new ForceCast t-shirt and much, much more!
Clone Wars Roundtable: Information, Commentary, and Discussion About Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Sony audio director David Collins, Star Wars artist Kevin Liell, and the ForceCast's Pete Nadel join us for the long-awaited return of Darth Maul in our roundtable review of Brothers.
Rumors of more Star Wars 3D in 2012 begin to circulate, Sam Witwer resurrects Darth Maul for The Clone Wars, and Star Wars artist/trivia master Kevin Liell makes his television debut. Plus, a classic Billy Dee quote, Bedtime Stories with Moralo Eval, and much more right here on your Weekly ForceCast!
Rumors of more Star Wars 3D in 2012 begin to circulate, Sam Witwer resurrects Darth Maul for The Clone Wars, and Star Wars artist/trivia master Kevin Liell makes his television debut. Plus, a classic Billy Dee quote, Bedtime Stories with Moralo Eval, and much more right here on your Weekly ForceCast!