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Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Ahsoka lead their teams to the Jedi rendezvous point with the warden of the Citadel in pursuit in the finale of the "Citadel" story arc in this discussion of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode, The prison warden, Osi Sobeck, and James Arnold Taylor's performance, The last stand of the reprogrammed battle droids, Saesee Tinn's statement about how they haven't seen a battle like this since the Old Republic, The Anoobas, Tarkin's thoughts on the Jedi and his status with the Chancellor, Anakin's opinion of the Jedi and their roles in the war, Jedi Master Even Piell's fate, and What the conclusion means for Star Wars. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 1039.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

Our discussion of The Mandalorian and Grogu continues with a discussion of Rotta, the Hutts, Grogu's growth, Embo, and much more.   One episode wasn't enough, so we are back to talk more about The Mandalorian and Grogu on this episode of Podcast Stardust. We're talking Hutts, Nal Hutta, the Droid Gotra, and more Easter eggs.    In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Rotta the Hutt, The role of the Twins, The arena fight, What happens when the Mandalorian loses his helmet, Embo the bounty hunter, The swamp hermit, and much more. For more discussion of The Mandalorian and Grogu, check out episode 1038.   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.

Join us for a state of the DC Absolute Universe as we examine if this interesting new direction has been successful on Superhero Suite.

Anakin and Obi-Wan continue to lead the Jedi and Clone rescue mission at the Citadel with Jedi Master Even Piell and Captain Tarkin in part two of "The Citadel" trilogy.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars, What it says about Ahsoka that she disobeyed Anakin's orders and lied about it, Tarkin's observation that the Jedi's Code prevents them from doing what needs to be done, and Anakin's agreement, James Arnold Taylor having three roles in this episode, The reprogrammed Battle Droids, and The apparent death of Echo. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 1035.   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.

Anakin and Obi-Wan continue to lead the Jedi and Clone rescue mission at the Citadel with Jedi Master Even Piell and Captain Tarkin in part two of “The Citadel” trilogy.

This is the way. We are starting our review of The Mandalorian and Grogu with a discussion of the music, the opening scenes, the opening scenes, Sigourney Weaver, and much more.   It is finally time to start talking about The Mandalorian and Grogu. We're spending the first fifteen minutes sharing our experiences seeing the movie and non-spoiler thoughts about the film as a whole. After that, we start diving into the details.   Part two of our discussion will be coming at the end of the week, so make sure you subscribe to the podcast on your podcatcher of choice.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our experiences seeing the movie for the first time in theaters, Our non-spoiler thoughts about the movie (ending around the 15 minute mark of the podcast), Ludwig Göransson's soundtrack and our initial reactions, Thoughts about the opening text and title sequence, The opening scene and how Jay missed it, The New Republic pilots, Sigourney Weaver, and Adelphi Squadron scenes, The appearance of Zeb, The Mandalorian's acquisition of a new Razorcrest, and much, much more. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

Enjoy Stuff: Afternoon Creature Features Grab your flashlight and avoid the basement stairs because this week on Enjoy Stuff, Jay and Shua celebrate the glorious age of creature features! From…

This is the way. We are starting our review of The Mandalorian and Grogu with a discussion of the music, the opening scenes, the opening scenes, Sigourney Weaver, and much more.

The newest Star Wars movie is officially in theaters today, and as we kill time until our review, we are discussing recent Star Wars news and we say goodbye to Tom Kane.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The projected opening box office for The Mandalorian and Grogu, Dennis watching The Mandalorian with family that had never seen the series, The announcement of a new comic series from Marvel, The Fall of Kylo Ren, and The passing of the animated voice of Yoda, Tom Kane. 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.

The newest Star Wars movie is officially in theaters today, and as we kill time until our review, we are discussing recent Star Wars news and we say goodbye to Tom Kane.

Han Solo tells Rey and Finn about Luke Skywalker on the way to Takodana to meet Maz Kanata in this edition of our or The Force Awakens series.   Ross Hollebon (Fantha Tracks, The Album Cockpit Podcast) joins us for this discussion.   The segment of the movie covered by this discussion runs from 49:20 to 59:45.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Ross's experience with The Force Awakens, The introduction of Snoke and the reval of Kylo Ren's identity, Han Solo telling Rey and Finn about what happened to Luke Skywalker, Han giving some advice to Finn, Han offering Rey a job, Maz Kanata's palace on Takodana, and Kylo Ren talking to Darth Vader's helmet. Check out the last installment in our series in episode 1024.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

Han Solo tells Rey and Finn about Luke Skywalker on the way to Takodana to meet Maz Kanata in this edition of our or The Force Awakens series.

We return to our The Clone Wars rewatch with a look at a Jedi lead rescue mission to retrieve Jedi Master Even Piell from the notorious prison, the Citadel.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: How the quality of Lucasfilm and Star Wars animation has improved from The Clone Wars to Maul - Shadow Lord, Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars, How a prison designed for Jedi came to be and why, Ahsoka's decision to disobey orders and join the mission, The use of carbon freezing in the episode, The introduction of Even Piell, The traps of the Citadel, and The reveal of Captain Tarkin. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 1018.   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.

It's 1986 and the cereal is sugary, the TV knob is warm, and the Saturday morning cartoon wars are officially underway! Shua and Jay travel back to the golden age of animated chaos to decide which network truly ruled the weekend lineup.

We return to our The Clone Wars rewatch with a look at a Jedi lead rescue mission to retrieve Jedi Master Even Piell from the notorious prison, the Citadel.

With one week until the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, we discuss what we are hoping the movie accomplishes and make some wild guesses about cameos.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The announcement of when season two of Ahsoka will be released, The demand for The Mandalorian and Grogu update to Smuggler's Run at Disney Hollywood Studios, Our plans to see The Mandalorian and Grogu during its opening weekend, Avoiding any new teasers, trailers, and spoilers for the movie, Our guesses as to what character might make a surprise appearance in the movie, and Whether this movie will tie-in to any larger events in the Star Wars galaxy. 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.

With one week until the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, we discuss what we are hoping the movie accomplishes and make some wild guesses about cameos.

With May the Fourth behind us and The Mandalorian and Grogu in just a few weeks, Jay has a bountiful collection of Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products for this month.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: RockLove Jewelry discontinuing their Star Wars collection, The Nerf Herder Co. discontinuing some of its Star Wars scents, Shortalls available from Her Universe, New items from RSVLTS from May the Fourth, An Artoo inspired Loungefly Mini Backpack, The Mandalorian and Grogu food tie-ins, Mando and Grogu inspired products from Bath and Body Works, The Grogu Medallion collection from Vera Bradley, The Mandalorian and Grogu inspired nail polish from Olive and June, The potential for weddings at Galaxy's Edge, and A pop-up Star Wars speakeasy from Allusion Speakeasy.   For more Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product ideas, check out episode 1021.   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.

With May the Fourth behind us and The Mandalorian and Grogu in just a few weeks, Jay has a bountiful collection of Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products for this month.

This week on Enjoy Stuff, Jay and Shua explore the heartfelt, sometimes awkward, and often unforgettable world of afterschool specials and "very special episodes" that tackled real-life issues with primetime sincerity. Let's revisit how TV tried to teach us lessons...whether we were ready or not. Grab your Lunchables and prepare for some emotional whiplash as the guys dive into classic TV moments, serious topics, and hilariously modern takes on what an afterschool special might look like today.   News Welcome to Wrexham Season 5 premieres May 14.  The docuseries follows Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as they continue their journey owning and growing a Welsh football club.   Disneyland's Star Wars Galaxy's Edge adds Luke, Leia, Han, and Chewie. Classic trilogy characters are finally appearing in the parks, bringing original saga nostalgia to life.   Knight Rider: Declassified announced. A 5-part documentary event exploring behind-the-scenes stories and legacy of the iconic 80s series.   Marty, Life is Short trailer released.  A Netflix documentary highlighting Martin Short's legendary career and personal struggles with humor and heart.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua has been diving into One Piece Season 2, introduced by his daughter, and is enjoying this live-action continuation of the beloved anime adventure. He's especially drawn to the fun characters and the ongoing journey of Luffy as he chases his dream of becoming King of the Pirates. Jay revisited The Big Sick after seeing Kumail Nanjiani on Taskmaster, and it still holds up as a heartfelt and funny story. The film follows Kumail and Emily as they navigate cultural differences and a sudden medical crisis, blending real-life romance with humor and emotional depth.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay continues his Sci-Fi Saturdays Star Wars articles with Star Wars - Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker (2019), reflecting on the film's divisive reception among fans. He notes that as the franchise expands, it naturally evolves to reach broader audiences, sometimes at the expense of longtime fans. Despite its challenges, Jay appreciates the journey. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. This week he's added some new locations from Daredevil: Born Again season 2. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Learning about yourself!  This week, Jay and Shua take a nostalgic deep dive into the world of afterschool specials and "very special episodes," exploring how television once took on serious real-life issues for younger audiences. From ABC Afterschool Specials to iconic sitcom moments, we examine how these stories tackled topics like peer pressure, addiction, and growing up.   Plus, what would these specials look like for today's generation? Maybe we can find out.   Did you learn anything from After School Specials? Which "Very special episode" taught you a valuable life lesson? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "The more you know will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com   

In this episode of Podcast Stardust, we are discussing what we did for May the Fourth and the difficulties around acquiring Star Wars Celebration tickets.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Jay's experience cosplaying at Art on the Alley, How we spent our respective May the Fourths, Our experience getting Star Wars Celebration tickets, The issues that many encountered trying to acquire Celebration tickets, Season two of Maul - Shadow Lord may be happening sooner than we think, and The release of the Maul - Shadow Lord soundtrack. 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.

This week on Enjoy Stuff, Jay and Shua explore the heartfelt, sometimes awkward, and often unforgettable world of afterschool specials and “very special episodes” that tackled real-life issues with primetime sincerity. Let's revisit how TV tried to teach us lessons...whether we were ready or not.

In this episode of Podcast Stardust, we are discussing what we did for May the Fourth and the difficulties around acquiring Star Wars Celebration tickets.

Maul and his allies fight for their lives against an overwhelming foe as they attempt to escape the Empire and Janix in the final episodes of season one of Maul - Shadow Lord.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall non-spoiler thoughts on the final two episodes of season one of Maul - Shadow Lord, The introduction of Dryden Vos, The reveal of Darth Vader at the end of chapter nine, The scope of the action in these two episodes, The fates of Brander Lawson, Rylee, Two-Boots, and Looti Vario, Maul's betrayal of the Jedi, Devon's decision at the end of the episode, and more. For more discussion of Maul - Shadow Lord, check out episode 1028.   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.

Maul and his allies fight for their lives against an overwhelming foe as they attempt to escape the Empire and Janix in the final episodes of season one of Maul - Shadow Lord.

Bane's Force powers grow at the Sith Academy on Korriban until a dueling incident causes him to fear his own abilities in this edition of our Darth Bane bookclub.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The development of Bane's powers as he catches up to the other students, Bane's crushing success while dueling another student, Realizations that Bane makes while analyzing what happened, The concept of the Sith'ari and the introduction of Sirak, a Zabrak rival for Bane, Bane's loss of passion and how it impacts his training, and The rise of the Army of Light under Jedi General Hoth. For more discussion of Darth Bane: Path of Destruction, check out episode 1015.   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.

Bane's Force powers grow at the Sith Academy on Korriban until a dueling incident causes him to fear his own abilities in this edition of our Darth Bane bookclub.

Ten years later, Rogue One still stands as one of the boldest Star Wars stories ever told, and we're diving deep into what made it so special. From gritty war vibes to behind-the-scenes surprises, it's time to revisit the rebellion. Join us as we explore the legacy of Rogue One, share what we've been enjoying lately, and celebrate a new season of fun, fandom, and fantastic conversations.   News Kellogg's brings back cereal prizes with a new Toy Story 5 promotion, marking their return after more than a decade.   The Ted Lasso Season 4 trailer teases Ted's return to AFC Richmond to coach a new women's team.   "Visible Zorker" lets players experience Zork while watching the actual code run in real time.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay has been flipping through the Mighty Marvel Calendar Book: A Visual History, a fascinating coffee table collection showcasing Marvel's creatively rich calendars from the late '70s. Packed with legendary artists, deep cuts from Marvel history, and unique artwork, it's both nostalgic and visually stunning. Shua has been revisiting Paul McCartney's prolific 1980s era, exploring the wide range of styles he experimented with during that decade. From electronic influences to classic rock roots, it's a reminder of how versatile and consistently successful McCartney remained during that time.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay revisits Code 8 (2019), highlighting its evolution from indie passion project to a full-fledged sci-fi franchise with a Netflix sequel. It's a blend of grounded storytelling, superhero-style abilities, and crime drama elements, all produced outside the traditional studio system. It's a refreshing example of how creative sci-fi storytelling can thrive beyond big-budget franchises. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. This week he's added some new locations from Daredevil: Born Again season 2. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Star Wars!  This week, Shua and Jay kick off a brand-new season of Enjoy Stuff by celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. They explore how the film carved out a unique place in the Star Wars universe with its darker tone, grounded storytelling, and focus on sacrifice and moral complexity.   Along the way, the guys chat about the film's development, memorable moments, and how it helped shape future Star Wars projects. With plenty of laughs, insights, and a few deep dives into fandom, it's a fun and engaging look back at a movie that proved the rebellion could take many forms.   What do you love about Rogue One? Where were you ten years ago? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "I rebel" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

We're kicking off our Star Wars Day celebration with a discussion of our plans, a little Mandalorian and Grogu, Maul - Shadow Lord, and Star Wars Celebration 2027.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our plans for May the Fourth (Star Wars Day 2027), The run time for The Mandalorian and Grogu, The success of Maul - Shadow Lord,  Some of the first guests announced for Star Wars Celebration Los Angeles 2027, The updates coming to Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland, and The release date for Galactic Racer. 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.

Ten years later, Rogue One still stands as one of the boldest Star Wars stories ever told, and we're diving deep into what made it so special. From gritty war vibes to behind-the-scenes surprises, it's time to revisit the rebellion.

We're kicking off our Star Wars Day celebration with a discussion of our plans, a little Mandalorian and Grogu, Maul - Shadow Lord, and Star Wars Celebration 2027.

Maul and his comrades take on the Inquisitors and experiences a vision that strengthens his resolve in the latest episodes of Maul - Shadow Lord.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall non-spoiler thoughts on these episodes, What is Devon's motivation and how does she view herself? The debut of the Eleventh Brother ("the Crow"), Maul's fights against the Inquisitors, The vision that Maul experiences and how it changes our perception of him, What happens to Rheena, Two-Boots makes a decision, and more. For more discussion of Maul - Shadow Lord, check out episode 1025.   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.

Maul and his comrades take on the Inquisitors and experiences a vision that strengthens his resolve in the latest episodes of Maul - Shadow Lord.

Allen Voivod returns to the show to discuss his book on the theme of hope throughout the Star Wars films.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: How Hyperspacing Hope went from a TEDx talk to a book, Characters that best exemplify "hope" throughout the movies, Which movie was the most difficult to find the theme of "hope" for, "Hope" versus "ambition" in the movies, and more. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

Allen Voivod returns to the show to discuss his book on the theme of hope throughout the Star Wars films.

Marvel's epic mini-series "Imperial" has changed the face of the cosmic parts of the universe. We look back and report on what's to come on Superhero Suite.

We're hanging with the Master of Suspense himself as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Family Plot! Jay and Shua dive into Alfred Hitchcock's final film, packed with twists, dark humor, and classic cinematic style. From bizarre kidnappings to behind-the-scenes trivia, the guys explore Hitchcock's legendary career while sharing some retro fun and modern entertainment picks. It's a suspenseful and lighthearted look at one of film's greatest directors.   News A new Mortal Kombat movie is in development, which naturally brings renewed attention to another Street Fighter reboot.   A24 and Michaela Coel are remaking Jean-Claude Van Damme's Bloodsport   "Weird Al" Yankovic will appear alongside the Muppets in Disney World's updated Rock 'n' Roller Coaster.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua has been watching the Engineezy YouTube channel, where creator Jay Vogler builds intricate and over-the-top mechanical creations. The channel combines engineering, creativity, and humor, making each project both fascinating and entertaining to follow. It's a perfect mix of invention and personality that keeps viewers engaged. Jay has been re-reading classic 1980s G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero comics, revisiting the storytelling of Larry Hama. The series delivers more depth and character than expected, with action with compelling narratives. It's a nostalgic trip that still feels fresh and engaging today.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay takes a look at Ad Astra (2019), a visually stunning sci-fi film centered on an astronaut searching for answers about his long-lost father. While the movie excels in atmosphere and visual storytelling, it sometimes struggles to connect emotionally. Even so, it remains a thought-provoking and immersive journey through space and isolation. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. This week he's added some new locations from Daredevil: Born Again season 2. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Plotting!  This week, Jay and Shua take a deep dive into Alfred Hitchcock's final film, Family Plot, celebrating its 50th anniversary. They explore the movie's unique blend of suspense and dark comedy, highlighting memorable scenes, performances, and Hitchcock's signature style.   Along the way, the conversation expands to Hitchcock's incredible career, from his early silent films to his most iconic Hollywood classics. With fun trivia, personal reflections, and even a few creative "what if" ideas, the episode keeps things lively while honoring one of cinema's greatest directors.   What's your favorite Hitchcock film? What makes him a great director? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Good evening" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com   

With less than a month to go until the theatrical release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, we're talking about advance ticket sales, the new trailer, a lack of hype around the movie, and more.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Advance ticket sales for The Mandalorian and Grogu, When the score by Ludwig Goransson is released to digital platforms, The final trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu, How this movie is not season four of the series, Sam Witwer is up for returning to the role of Starkiller, The debut of the Princess Leia character for Galaxy's Edge, and Some Star Wars Celebration Los Angeles 2027 speculation. 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're hanging with the Master of Suspense himself as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Family Plot! Jay and Shua dive into Alfred Hitchcock's final film, packed with twists, dark humor, and classic cinematic style.

The Empire has arrived on Janix and an Inquisitor begins tracking down Maul and the Jedi in these two episodes of Maul - Shadow Lord.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The arrival of the Empire and introduction of Lt. Blake, Two-Boots's blind belief in the Empire and protocol and how that contrasts with Blake and Lawson, Marrok, the First Brother, and his hunt for Maul and discovery of the Jedi, Whether Devon is coming around to Maul's way of thinking, The action scenes, and The climactic fight between Maul, Devon, and Marrok. For more discussion of Maul - Shadow Lord check out episode 1022.   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.

The Empire has arrived on Janix and an Inquisitor begins tracking down Maul and the Jedi in these two episodes of Maul - Shadow Lord.

Han Solo and Chewbacca make their The Force Awakens debut when they board the Millennium Falcon and confront Rey and Finn in this edition of our The Force Awakens series.   Allen Voivod from Star Wars 7x7 and author of Hyperspacing Hope joins us for this discussion.   The segment of the movie covered by this discussion runs from 36:38 to 49:20.   In this episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Allen's experience with The Force Awakens and his favorite characters and scenes, Kylo Ren's reaction to hearing BB-8 escaped from Jakku, BB-8's dilemma in deciding to tell Finn where the Resistance base was located, Han Solo and Chewbacca making their iconic return and their arrival on the Millennium Falcon, The in-galaxy mythology and folklore surrounding Han Solo and Luke Skywalker, The arrival of the Guavian Death Gang and Kanjiklub ("Tell that to Kanjiklub!"), and The escape from the Rathtars aboard the Millennium Falcon. For more discussion of The Force Awakens, check out episode 1012.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

With less than a month to go until the theatrical release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, we're talking about advance ticket sales, the new trailer, a lack of hype around the movie, and more.

Han Solo and Chewbacca make their The Force Awakens debut when they board the Millennium Falcon and confront Rey and Finn in this edition of our The Force Awakens series.

It's a full-on birthday celebration as Shua and Jay honor another year of Jovial greatness with games, memories, and plenty of laughs. From origin stories to multiversal adventures, this birthday episode is packed with fun, surprises, and a whole lot of Enjoying Stuff!   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay has been enjoying The Completely Made Up Adventures of Dick Turpin, a comedic series about an unlikely leader of a band of misfits who stumbles into outrageous adventures while evading a corrupt thief-taker. He found it to be a fun and humorous reinterpretation of a classic character, with Noel Fielding bringing his unique comedic style to the role. Shua has been watching Severance, a surreal sci-fi series centered on a mysterious procedure that separates employees' work lives from their personal memories. He enjoys its thought-provoking premise and the way it constantly keeps you guessing as the strange world unfolds.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay highlights Alita: Battle Angel in his Sci-Fi Saturdays column. The story takes place in a distant future where a discarded cyborg is discovered and revived, only to begin a journey of self-discovery while navigating a dangerous world filled with hidden truths. Jay was pleasantly surprised by the film and now understands why fans have been eager for a continuation. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. This week he's added some new locations from Daredevil: Born Again season 2. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.     Sci-Fi Saturdays began in 2019 as a way for Jay to explore films he had never seen while continuing his love of writing after launching 31 Days of Horror. With over 325 articles, the series has become a major part of his creative legacy. Enjoy Jay's Birthday!  A variety of birthday games and activities are on the itinerary for this week's show. We take a deep dive into the origins of Jovial Jay and have tons of fun along the way. Shua challenges Jay to quickly score a series of sci-fi films, leading to rapid decisions, surprising numbers, and plenty of pressure. Jay shares some of the techniques he uses to track down filming locations, revealing the detective work behind his extensive catalog. Jay reflects on his early life, from growing up in Los Angeles to the formative pop culture moments that shaped his fandom. Alternate versions of Jay appear in ridiculous and entertaining scenarios across multiple genres, bringing plenty of laughs. And so much more!   You're invited to the birthday party, so grab a pointy hat and some punch and let's have some fun!   Wanna wish Jay a happy birthday? What are some of your 6 degree connections to Jay? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Let's eat cake!" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com   

Just as we were getting to record this week's news, Star Wars Celebration Los Angeles 2027 announced the date for ticket sales. We're discussing this and more in this week's news.   In this fully armed and operational edition of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The breaking news of the sale date for tickets for Star Wars Celebration Los Angeles 2027, The critical success of Maul - Shadow Lord, The unfortunate news that we will likely not see Mara Jade in Star Wars anytime soon, and The temporary closing of Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities at Star Wars Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland.   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.

It's a full-on birthday celebration as Shua and Jay honor another year of Jovial greatness with games, memories, and plenty of laughs.

Just as we were getting to record this week's news, Star Wars Celebration Los Angeles 2027 announced the date for ticket sales. We're discussing this and more in this week's news.

Maul attempts to recruit Jedi Padawan Devon Izara to his side while Captain Brander Lawson continues his investigation into the Shadow Syndicate in these episodes of Maul - Shadow Lord.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: How the portrayal of Maul has changed from The Phantom Menace to this series, The method by which Maul attempts to recruit Devon as an apprentice, Brander Lawson's difficulties balancing his work with his home life, The deal Maul tries to make with Lawson, Why Maul attempts to make a deal with Lawson, and more. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

You betcha! Jay and Shua head up to the snowy Midwest to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Fargo and explore the wonderfully weird world of the Coen Brothers. From woodchippers to wild film trivia, we dig into dark comedies, sci-fi fun, and some seriously enjoyable pop culture picks.   News A Ready Player One graphic novel adaptation is arriving this fall with a Target-exclusive release ahead of a wider 2027 launch.   Spaceballs 2 is officially set for April 23, 2027, bringing back Mel Brooks, Rick Moranis, and more for a long-awaited sequel.   The original stars of Charlie's Angels reunited at PaleyFest LA to celebrate the show's 50th anniversary.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua is fired up about the Artemis II mission and the excitement it's generating around science, exploration, and human achievement. He highlights how inspiring it is to see the world come together around discovery and encourages everyone to embrace curiosity and learning. Jay has been enjoying Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, a time-travel comedy on Hulu starring Vince Vaughn. A fun, entertaining ride with plenty of humor and a chance to see Vaughn stretch his performance in double the ways.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay looks into Bumblebee (2018), diving into why it stands out in the Transformers franchise. Is it the emotional core of the film? Maybe the character-driven storytelling elevates it beyond typical robot battles. Both John Cena and Hailee Steinfeld bring depth and authenticity to a story about connection and growth. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. This week he's added some new locations from Daredevil: Born Again season 2. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Chicken Fricasee!  Jay and Shua bundle up and head into the snowy cinematic world of the Coen Brothers, and the 30th anniversary of Fargo. Along the way, they explore the early years of Joel and Ethan Coen, breaking down how their unique storytelling style evolved through crime dramas, comedies, and genre-bending films.   From the gritty beginnings of Blood Simple to the quirky chaos of Raising Arizona and the award-winning brilliance of Fargo, the discussion is packed with humor, insight, and appreciation for the brothers' unmistakable voice. It's a fun, fast-paced look at a decade-plus of filmmaking that changed indie cinema forever.   Have you been to Fargo? Do you know what the guys looked like? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Kinda funny lookin'" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com