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It is time to get ready for Valentine's Day in Star Wars style. Jay has plenty of fashion and lifestyle finds perfect for that special someone in this edition of "World Between Worlds."   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: An R2-D2 baby onesie from Get It Here Imports, A Star Wars Droids sound story book, More items to spoil the babies in your life from Copper Pearl, A Love-Letter Inspired Game called "Jabba's Palace," A charity drive from cosplayer MariettaArt, Valentine's Day cards with a Star Wars twist from Love Pop, Star Wars chocolates from The Truffle College, Some romantic socks from Rock Em, Star Wars jewelry from Star Wars Fine Jewelry and Girl's Crew, Valentine's Day Star Wars gear available at Kohl's, Kitchen towels you can find on eBay, Star Wars wine glasses and drinkware from JoyJolt, Williams Sonoma, Corkcicle, and Etsy, and Some ideas for celebrating at home including a fleece blanket, ideas at the official Star Wars website, and Star Wars Everyday by Ashley Eckstein. For more Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product ideas, check out episode 989.   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 book club kicks off with the prologue and chapter 1-3 of Darth Bane: Path of Destruction. Meet Des, the miner from Apatros that would be a Sith Lord.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Why we are doing a book club for Darth Bane, Our prior experiences reading this book, Des, the miner from Apartros, and his latent force abilities, How the ORO corporation manipulates the miners on Apartros, The state of the Sith, the Republic, and the galaxy at large at the time of this novel, and Why people in the galaxy might be disillusioned with the Jedi and the Republic and interested in supporting the Sith. 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.

Description With Artemis II about to launch, Enjoy Stuff looks back at humanity's long obsession with the Moon, from ancient myths to modern sci-fi classics. Jay and Shua explore moon-centric movies, music, comics, and real-life lunar history, proving that whether it's inspiring astronauts or werewolves, there's always been something in the way she moons.   News The Muppet Show arrives on Disney+ as a special event   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua has been watching Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 and found it very faithful to the book, even if the pacing felt a bit slow at times. He's still enjoying the journey and is happy to know a third season is already on the way. Jay is diving into Star Trek: Starfleet Academy on Paramount+ and was pleasantly surprised by its quality and tone. Holly Hunter stands out, and Jay appreciates that the show doesn't talk down to younger viewers while still feeling very much like Star Trek.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay looks at Life (2017), a tense and claustrophobic sci-fi thriller about scientists aboard the ISS discovering a rapidly evolving life form from Mars. It's gripping and well made, but definitely not something you throw on when you're looking for a feel-good movie night.Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy The Moon!  This week, Jay and Shua take a giant leap through the Moon's long history in fiction, film, and real-world exploration. From early writers imagining lunar voyages to Hollywood's evolving obsession with moon bases, secret missions, and alien mysteries, the Moon has always been a perfect sci-fi playground.   They also look at how real lunar exploration influenced pop culture, from the Apollo missions to the upcoming Artemis II launch, and why the Moon continues to inspire stories across science fiction, fantasy, horror, music, and comics. Whether it's astronauts, superheroes, or werewolves, the Moon always finds a way to steal the spotlight.   Are you excited to take steps for a man and woman, and another giant leap for mankind. Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Houston, no problem" 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   

Anakin and Padmé send Threepio and Artoo on an "important" mission to retrieve Jogan fruit unaware that Cad Bane is on their tail in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on "Evil Plans," the eighth episode from season three of The Clone Wars, The domestic situation between Anakin and Padmé and the banquet Padmé is throwing, The partnership between R2-D2 and C-3PO, The droid spa on Coruscant, Anthony Daniels involvement in crafting Threepio's lines, Cad Banes capture of Threepio and Artoo and the resulting torture, How this episode fits into The Clone Wars timeline, and The meeting of the heads of the five Hutt families. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 991.   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.

Kathleen Kennedy recently shared details of the transition to the new leadership at Lucasfilm and the state of several movie projects. We're discussing the aftermath in this week's news.   In episode of this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Kathleen Kennedy's comments on the plan for Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan to succeed her, What, if any, regrets she has from her time as the President of Lucasfilm, The status of several movie projects, including the Lando movie, James Mangold's "Dawn of the Jedi" movie, The Hunt for Ben Solo, Rian Johnson's trilogy, Starfighter, Taika Waititi's movie, and Simon Kinberg's trilogy, Other projects, such as the "New Jedi Order" movie and "Heir to the Empire," that were not mentioned, and An update on Oga's Cantina at 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.

Our The Force Awakens series begins with Poe Dameron getting part of the map to Luke Skywalker just before Kylo Ren and the First Order attack.   Ryder Waldron from Idiot's Array joins us for this discussion. This episode covers the portion of The Force Awakens that runs from the beginning to 10:41.   In this fully armed operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Some of our early experiences seeing The Force Awakens and Ryder's favorite moments, The details of the opening crawl, How The Force Awakens changed its opening shot from other Star Wars movies, The introduction of Poe Dameron, BB-8, and Lor San Tekka, The First Order's arrival on Jakku and Kylo Ren's quest for the map to Luke Skywalker, Kylo Ren's unique force powers, The introduction of FN-2187 (Finn) and his anxiety, The introduction of Captain Phasma, 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.

Our The Force Awakens series begins with Poe Dameron getting part of the map to Luke Skywalker just before Kylo Ren and the First Order attack.

Description Who. Does. Number. Two. Work. For? Every hero needs backup, whether it's a loyal friend, a sarcastic commentator, or a fuzzy alien who growls encouragement. Hop in the sidecar and celebrate Sidekicks! From ancient epics to Saturday morning cartoons, sidekicks have evolved from audience stand-ins to the real heroes behind the heroes. Grab your wingman, wingwoman, or wing raccoon. It's time to celebrate the second fiddles!    News A new retro-inspired grip gives modern phones an old-school camera feel.   Boston Logan Airport travelers can now kill time with Frogger, Donkey Kong, and other arcade legends.   Commodore 64 reboot is a pricey but highly accurate recreation of the beloved home computer is on the way.   Masters of the Universe movie trailer released   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay dives into the Marvel Super Graphic book, a visually rich book that continues the oversized, data-packed style he loved in Super Graphic and Star Wars Super Graphic. It's part reference guide, part art book, and 100% shelf candy. Shua has been enjoying NASA's Artemis II videos while gearing up for humanity's next trip around the Moon. The footage builds excitement, awe, and wonder to remind us space is still really, really big.      Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay examines Passengers (2016) Starring Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence, it tells about a malfunction on a space ship that wakes one man decades too early on a colony ship, forcing impossible choices and moral gray areas. Jay felt the film had strong potential but struggled with tone, especially given the real-world climate at the time of its release.Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Sidekicks!  This episode is all about sidekicks; the characters who stand beside the hero, hold them together, and often save the day while someone else gets the credit. Jay and Shua explore where the idea of the sidekick came from, how it evolved through mythology, comics, TV, movies, and games, and why these characters resonate even more as audiences grow older.   Who are secretly the real heroes? Who's clearly smarter than the lead? Who's just there to keep the main character from completely losing it. It's a celebration of backup characters who deserve top billing… or at least a bigger slice of the spotlight.    What sidekicks do you think deserve more credit? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Tune in next week!" 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 

Ahsoka accompanies Senator Amidala to a diplomatic conference and confronts an old foe after experiencing visions of assassination attempts in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts about this episode of The Clone Wars, Why Anakin Skywalker was separated from his Padawan in this episode, Ahsoka's visions, Yoda's advice to Ahsoka about her visions compared to what he would tell Anakin in Revenge of the Sith, Padmé and Ahsoka's relationship, The return of Aurra Sing, and How Anakin, Padmé, and Ahsoka figured out who was behind the assassination attempt. For more The Clone Wars discussion, check out episode 988.   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.

Who. Does. Number. Two. Work. For? Every hero needs backup, whether it's a loyal friend, a sarcastic commentator, or a fuzzy alien who growls encouragement. Hop in the sidecar and celebrate Sidekicks!

Ahsoka accompanies Senator Amidala to a diplomatic conference and confronts an old foe after experiencing visions of assassination attempts in this episode of The Clone Wars.

Lucasfilm released details about the upcoming Maul - Shadow Lord animated series with a new teaser trailer. We're diving into the dark side goodness.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The release date, number of episodes, and release schedule for Maul - Shadow Lord, The announced cast beyond Maul, including one of our favorite voice actresses, The setting of Maul - Shadow Lord, and Key moments from the teaser trailer. 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.

Lucasfilm released details about the upcoming Maul - Shadow Lord animated series with a new teaser trailer. We're diving into the dark side goodness.

Jay is ready to help you meet your New Year's resolutions with these Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Recent acquisitions from the holidays, The K-2SO LEGO model, Her Universe Star Wars Ahsoka Rebel Logo Handbag, Hallmark Star Wars: The Mandalorian Ahsoka Tano Funko POP! Christmas Ornament, A Star Wars holiday gift swap arranged by Craf The Force, A gift Jay received from Megan at Galaxy in Blue Art, The Papayrus Star Wars Blank Card Assortment, The Star Wars Mini To-Go Blender at Hot Topic, The Mandalorian Pro-Series Whisker Bottle from Blender Bottle, A Death Star Slam Ball Jay acruired from Onnit (find it on eBay now), A Han Solo in Carbonite Yoga Mat, also from Onnit (find one on eBay), Star Wars workout wear from Irongrid Athletics, Mandalorian snack containers from Whiskware, A projector from Light Wars Projector. For more Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product ideas, check out episode 976.   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.

Jay is ready to help you meet your New Year's resolutions with these Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products.

Description Pulp heroes were never meant to last, yet a century later they still loom large in comics, movies, radio, and television. This week, Jay and Shua dig into the larger-than-life characters born in cheap magazines that shaped everything from superheroes to sci-fi epics. From masked vigilantes to jungle lords and space adventurers, the guys celebrate the wild imagination, fast storytelling, and lasting legacy of pulp culture. It's bold, brash, and absolutely stuffed with Enjoy Stuff energy.   News The Greatest American Hero is returning! In comic form LEGO reveals of a new smart brick system at CES Plus a slick new turntable for your vinyl And Fuji has a new Instax camera that is a cool new addition to your camera collection We spotlight Derek Beebe's new sci-fi book series that feels like Star Wars and Star Trek collided with superpowers and humor.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua was pleasantly surprised by the latest Hugh Jackman film, Song Sung Blue. He plays a Neil Diamond imitator who falls in love and overcomes some really crappy things the world throws at him. Plus, it's got a great soundtrack. Jay is enjoying spending some time and helping his parents in California.      Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay spotlights Arrival (2016), diving into its thoughtful sci-fi storytelling, emotional depth, and unique take on communication and time. It's a modern science fiction film that proves you don't need nonstop action to leave a lasting impact. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Pulp!  This week's episode is a celebration of pulp culture and the heroes who leapt off cheap paper and into pop culture history. Jay and Shua explore what pulp magazines were, why they existed, and how their fast-paced storytelling helped create icons that still resonate today.   Along the way, they bounce through masked crime fighters, jungle adventurers, space heroes, and sword-swinging legends, keeping things light, nostalgic, and full of enthusiasm. It's a reminder that even disposable entertainment can become timeless when imagination leads the way.   Who's your favorite pulp hero? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Tune in next week!" 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 

Ahsoka assists some academy students in taking down corrupt politicians running a black market on Mandalore in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars, Whose child is Korkie Kryze? The fact that Ahsoka was assigned this mission and the logic behind it, The inspiration for Korkie to investigate a possible food shortage, The response by Duchess Satine and Prime Minister Almec to the cadets' investigation, Ahsoka's use of a Jedi mind trick, and The outcome of this episode. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 986.   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.

Pulp heroes were never meant to last, yet a century later they still loom large in comics, movies, radio, and television. This week, Jay and Shua dig into the larger-than-life characters born in cheap magazines that shaped everything from superheroes to sci-fi epics.

Ahsoka assists some academy students in taking down corrupt politicians running a black market on Mandalore in this episode of The Clone Wars.

Lucasfilm has announced that Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as Lucasfilm's President and Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan will succeed her in the role.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The announcement that Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as President of Lucasfilm to pursue a more active role as producer, Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan's elevation to Co-Presidents of Lucasfilm, Kathleen's Kennedy's tenure as President of Lucasfilm, Tom Cruise's surprising participation in the production of Star Wars: Starfighter, Announced changes coming to Batuu and Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland, Why Disney decided to lean on original trilogy characters in Galaxy's Edge, and The appearance of BD droids on the Disney Wish. 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.

Lucasfilm has announced that Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as Lucasfilm's President and Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan will succeed her in the role.

Padmé travels to Mandalore to assist Duchess Satine with food shortages, but gets caught up in black market conspiracy that is poisoning children in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on Corruption, How this episode fits into the episode lineup of The Clone Wars, The difficult position Mandalore finds itself in now that it has achieved neutrality, Duchess Satine's challenges in dealing with corruption on Mandalore, The investigation into the poisoned food by Padmé and Satine, and more. Fore more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 978.   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.

Padmé travels to Mandalore to assist Duchess Satine with food shortages, but gets caught up in black market conspiracy that is poisoning children in this episode of The Clone Wars.

This week on Enjoy Stuff, Jay and Shua tumble head-first into the wonderfully absurd world of Monty Python, celebrating the comedy troupe that made nonsense an art form. From silly walks to spam, it's a fast-paced love letter to ridiculous genius. It's…….Monty Python's Flying Circus! Let's dive head first into the pepper pot of silliness with the classic BBC comedy show that influenced generations.    News Ghostbusters II's River of Slime being turned into a five-hour cinematic ambience video, plunging viewers into the eerie tunnels beneath New York City. Dark Chocolate Reese's Puffs and Cinnamon Toast Crunch Peanut Butter hit the shelves A Kansas public library has recreated some iconic scenes from The Breakfast Club to promote reading and community   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay has been diving deep into the imaginative worlds of Andy Weir, enjoying The Martian, Artemis, and Project Hail Mary for their clever science, humor, and heartfelt storytelling. He shares how Weir's blend of problem-solving and character makes each book feel like a cinematic adventure. Shua is loving the Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions, now available on Audible, praising the huge ensemble of recognizable voices that bring the wizarding world to life. The immersive performances make it feel like listening to a blockbuster movie in audiobook form.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay gives ARQ (2016) the spotlight as he discusses this tense, time-looping science-fiction thriller. It's an obscure one that is definitely worth a watch. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Spam!  Digging into the history of Monty Python's Flying Circus, exploring how six writers, one animator, and one fearless Carol Cleveland changed comedy forever through sketch, satire, and surreal animation. Through 4 seasons of absurdist comedy, they broke the mold of what comedy was supposed to be.    Then we wrap things up with a playful game in which Jay reads the opening line of an iconic Python quote and challenges Shua to guess what comes next. Test yourself if you're a Python fan to see if you can do better than Shua. .   Are you a Monty Python fan? Do you like Spam? Who won the English football cup in 1949? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "This is a dead parrot" 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 

It is a brand new year of Star Wars featuring the first new movie in more than six years. We're looking ahead to all the Star Wars content coming in 2026.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The upcoming release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, Other movie related announcements and hype we expect in 2026, Maul: Shadowlord, season two of Ahsoka, and other content coming to Disney+, The slate of new Star Wars novels arriving this year, An update to a Star Wars themed attraction in Disney parks, A couple of Star Wars video games, and Star Wars events in the near future. 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 is a brand new year of Star Wars featuring the first new movie in more than six years. We're looking ahead to all the Star Wars content coming in 2026.

This week on Enjoy Stuff, Jay and Shua tumble head-first into the wonderfully absurd world of Monty Python, celebrating the comedy troupe that made nonsense an art form. From silly walks to spam, it's a fast-paced love letter to ridiculous genius.

We are ringing in a new year with our fourth annual set of New Year's Resolutions for characters across the Star Wars galaxy.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our tradition of coming up with New Year's resolutions for Star Wars characters, The announcement of a new feature segment for 2026, Ideas for resolutions for characters that appeared in The Force Awakens, Some resolutions for a few characters appearing in Ahsoka, A few suggestions for the cast of The Mandalorian and Grogu, What we think Darth Maul should resolve to do this year, 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.

We are ringing in a new year with our fourth annual set of New Year's Resolutions for characters across the Star Wars galaxy.

Jay drops in to wish everyone a Happy New Year and remind everyone of our current episode plans, then she introduces a random replay of an old episode where we discuss Rebels.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our current plans to return to recording new episodes (coming soon! We promise!), The return of Hondo Ohnaka and Azmorigan in "The Wynkahthu Job," Ezra's willingness to trust Hondo when Kanan and Hera are suspicious, Exploring the derelict ship at Wynkahthu, The activation of the droids on the transport, The Dark Trooper influence of the droids, and The escape from the transport. 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.

Jay drops in to wish everyone a Happy New Year and remind everyone of our current episode plans, then she introduces a random replay of an old episode where we discuss Rebels.

Sometimes the best conversations are the ones where everyone pauses to think before answering. But it's funnier if Jay and Shua kick off 2026 with ridiculous ones full of curiosity and pop culture wisdom, on Enjoy Stuff.. And now, Deep Thoughts, with Jay and Shua….Try answering some of these questions for yourself.   Tribute to Rob Reiner Jay and Shua take time to honor the extraordinary career of Rob Reiner, reflecting on his unmatched run of films that shaped generations of movie lovers. With reverence and affection, they celebrate his ability to blend heart, humor, and humanity across decades of storytelling.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua dives into Stranger Things Season 5, completely loving the series finale!!! If you didn't like it, well, he just doesn't understand how your brain works. Jay has been enjoying Pluribus Season 1, a very difficult show to sum up, but an extraordinarily intriguing one about the end of the world…or maybe an invasion…or a pandemic…uh, free choice? No matter what, it's got us talking.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay shines a spotlight on Independence Day: Resurgence (2016). I may not have been as good as the original…. That's it. That's all I was gonna say. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Deep Thoughts!  This episode finds Jay and Shua asking big, playful questions about creativity, memory, identity, and how we come to understand the world as we grow older. With humor and warmth, they explore childhood risks, meaningful pop culture moments, and the oddly profound thoughts…ok not really that profound. But questions that certainly sneak up on you when you least expect them.   Rather than searching for definitive answers, the conversation embraces curiosity, reflection, and the joy of thinking out loud. Mixed with a dash of sarcasm.   What would your answers be? Do you have more questions we could answer? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "If you were a tree…." 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   

Sometimes the best conversations are the ones where everyone pauses to think before answering. But it's funnier if Jay and Shua kick off 2026 with ridiculous ones full of curiosity and pop culture wisdom, on Enjoy Stuff..

As the world feels louder and messier than ever, Shua and Jovial Jay take a breath, look back, and choose to Enjoy Stuff. The annual TechnoRetrospective revisits the moments, media, and memories that helped bring a little light through 2025. From movies and TV to books, games, and shared milestones, the guys celebrate what they loved, what surprised them, and what made the year worth remembering, and while looking ahead to what's coming next.   News Labyrinth 40th Anniversary returns to theaters January 8–11, 2026   The world's largest vampire-themed attraction is planned for Bucharest   Confetti Cheerios are officially a thing   The Oscars will move exclusively to YouTube beginning in 2029   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay finally sat down with The Smashing Machine, appreciating its intensity and raw storytelling and some pretty powerful performances, including from the Rock. Shua took a family movie outing to the newest Anaconda movie with Paul Rudd and Jack Black, finding it surprisingly fun and funny. In theaters now.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jayspotlight revisits Star Wars: The Force Awakens, reflecting on its place in the saga and how it helped reignite excitement for a galaxy far, far away. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy a TechnoRetrospective!  In this year-end TechnoRetrospective, Shua and Jay look back on what defined their shared pop-culture journey through 2025. From weekly joys and big milestones to standout movies, shows, and moments, we celebrate Enjoy Stuff's past year while setting sights on what's ahead.   How was 2025 for you? What are you looking forward to in '26? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "You shall not PAST!" 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 have a quick update on the schedule for the podcast for the next few weeks and then rebroadcast episode 256 featuring The Bad Batch.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust: Dennis offers an update on the recording schedule for the podcast for the next few weeks, and Then selects a random episode from the archive to rebroadcast. 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 have a quick update on the schedule for the podcast for the next few weeks and then rebroadcast episode 256 featuring The Bad Batch.

As the world feels louder and messier than ever, Shua and Jovial Jay take a breath, look back, and choose to Enjoy Stuff. The annual TechnoRetrospective revisits the moments, media, and memories that helped bring a little light through 2025.

The Republic has fallen and the Chancellor proclaims the formation in the Empire in this round of Revenge of the Sith trivia.   Kolby Krebs joins Jay for the trivia in this episode.   The trivia questions come from the portion of the movie that runs from 1:33:38 to 1:43:43. We discussed this portion of Revenge of the Sith in episode 943.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Kolby's memories of experiencing this movie, his favorite scenes, and character, What happened when the Emperor proclaimed a new Empire, What Obi-Wan and Yoda discovered when investigating the Jedi Temple, Anakin's assault on the Separatists on Mustafar, and more.   For more Revenge of the Sith trivia, check out episode 971.   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 Republic has fallen and the Chancellor proclaims the formation in the Empire in this round of Revenge of the Sith trivia.

Get in the Christmas spirit with Santa Claus and Batman as St. Nick saves the holiday with the DC universe on Superhero Suite.

It's time for our annual tradition of presenting gifts to Star Wars characters that featured in our discussions from the past year.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we are discussing: Gifts for heroes and villains from The High Republic, Presents for various characters from Andor, A few tokens of appreciation for characters from other novels we read in the past year, and Some holiday ideas for a few other Star Wars characters. 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 time for our annual tradition of presenting gifts to Star Wars characters that featured in our discussions from the past year.

Celebrate the season with the world's greatest detective as Jay and Shua unwrap a sleigh-full of Sherlockian fun. This week they explore the legacy, the films, and the lasting cultural footprint of the master of deduction. From Rankin/Bass favorites to Muppets, Peanuts, and claymation chaos, the guys share memories, laughs, and seasonal nostalgia. It's a cozy trip through TV history with jingling bells and warm fuzzies.   News Alexa users can now ask to play WSQK the Squawk and hear music straight from the show   The oft' forgotten RPG Toon has launched a second edition via BackerKit   A massive 12" Godzilla Popcorn Bucket is now available for preorder from Alamomart.com, with a Mechagodzilla version stomping in this March   According to the Ready Player One timeline, the Oasis officially opened for business   Buck Rogers star Gil Gerard, who passed away at age 82.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua has fully entered his Taylor Momsen era, diving into the music of The Pretty Reckless and embracing loud, confident rock energy that feels just right for the season. Jay revisited The Shining on the big screen, proving once again that nothing says "happy holidays" quite like a stay at the Overlook Hotel. It's a chilling theatrical experience that somehow still fits perfectly into an unconventional seasonal watchlist.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay spotlights two thoughtful science-fiction films in his latest articles: Self/Less and The Martian (2015). Both explore identity, survival, and humanity's future, making them perfect companions for reflective sci-fi viewing. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Detecting!  This episode is a full-on nostalgia blast as Jay and Shua celebrate the holiday TV specials that once ruled the airwaves. They discuss what made these broadcasts feel so special, especially in an era when missing a single airing meant waiting an entire year for another chance.   From the classics of the 1960s through the 1990s, the conversation spans styles, musical moments, family traditions, and which specials left the biggest impressions.    And they wrap up with a fun gift-exchange segment that captures the warmth and camaraderie at the heart of Enjoy Stuff.   What did you get for Christmas? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Happy holidays" 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 look back on the year in Star Wars from the conclusion of Skeleton Crew, season two of Andor, the finale of The High Republic, and more.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The return of Revenge of the Sith to theaters, All the Star Wars content on Disney+, including the final episodes of Skeleton Crew, season two of Andor, and more, The Star Wars novels that released this year, including the finale of The High Republic, Announcements from Star Wars Celebration Japan, 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.

Christmas TV specials were once fleeting holiday miracles. This week on Enjoy Stuff, Jay and Shua rewind the broadcast clock and revisit the animated and live-action holiday classics that defined December for generations.

We look back on the year in Star Wars from the conclusion of Skeleton Crew, season two of Andor, the finale of The High Republic, and more.

Lucasfilm Games announces two new Star Wars games and Starfighter completes filming in this week's Star Wars news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Shawn Levy's social media post that Starfighter has wrapped filming, The announcement of Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic by Lucasfilm Games, and The reveal of Star Wars: Galactic Racer by Lucasfilm Games. 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.

Lucasfilm Games announces two new Star Wars games and Starfighter completes filming in this week's Star Wars news.

In the final installment of our Revenge of the Sith series, Anakin fully becomes Darth Vader as Padmé gives birth to the twins and passes away.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Whether Luke and Leia ever learned they were born on the asteroid colony of Polis Massa, The similarities and differences between the facilities where Padmé gives birth to the twins and dies and where Anakin is turned into Darth Vader, Darth Vader's reaction to learning that Padmé did not survive, The funeral procession for Padmé, The fate of R2-D2 and C-3PO, The foreshadowing of the Death Star, Bail Organa delivering Leia to his wife, and Obi-Wan Kenobi delivering Luke to Owen and Beru. For more discussion of Revenge of the Sith, check out episode 967.   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.

A George Lucas cameo from Revenge of the Sith takes center stage in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars, How a George Lucas cameo in Revenge of the Sith inspired this episode, Ahsoka's role in the investigation of the missing children of the Pantoran Chairman, The recreation of the Mos Eisley cantina, Greedo's appearance, and more. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 973.   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.