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David and Hannah celebrate the upcoming 50th anniversary re-release of the original Star Wars in theaters, reflecting on the legacy of the 1977 classic and the ongoing debate between the original and special edition versions. They share personal stories of discovering Star Wars on VHS, discuss the significance of seeing the unaltered film on the big screen, and explore how George Lucas's technological innovations shaped the saga. The conversation then shifts to Star Wars Rebels, as they look back on the series' impact—from the introduction of key characters like Maul, Ahsoka, and Thrawn, to the ways Rebels has become essential viewing for understanding the wider Star Wars universe. With thoughtful insights and plenty of nostalgia, this episode is a tribute to the enduring magic of Star Wars and its ever-expanding legacy. For more Star Wars content visit insidetheforce.com. Join our Facebook Group, follow us on Twitter, and subscribe to our YouTube Channel. If you like the show, please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You!
In der siebten Folge des Charaktere-Adventskalenders geht es um den gerissensten Oberbefehlshaber aller Zeiten: den Imperialen Großadmiral Thrawn. Viel Spaß beim anhören.
Grand Moff Eric Joins us to discuss Thrawn and the Empire after his run at PAXWant to join the discussion? Here's the discord: https://discord.gg/ZpSMNXpw4NWant to join the Patreon? https://patreon.com/RogueSupport790?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
In Episode 146, hosts Alyce and Laura find a few Star Wars news breadcrumbs and discuss* all the things they don't remember about the Ahsoka series (it's a lot of things).Thanksgiving rewiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiindWe never really thought about it, but it turns out The Volume technology isn't exclusive to Star WarsHot take: Star Wars: Starfighter will be as well received or better received by general audiences as Attack of the Clones“One of us! One of us!” is what was going through our heads as we read Henry Gilroy's recent comments about Sabine's Jedi turn in the Ahsoka series (via SWNN)Likely not news, but it's news to us: there are 2 new Star Wars books coming out next yearShawn Levy lets us all know that he's still having fun making his Star War and hasn't quit the movie (via Vanity Fair)Recap on Tap: Ahsoka Again! We're back for Part 3: Time to Filler, I mean, Time to Fly! We discuss the highs and lows, what worked and what didn't, live-action Jacen, Hera losing her cool, squabbles with senators, space walks, space whales and more!Wait, was Qui-Gon Jinn a racist boomer? Twitter: @forcetoastpod | @sLeiaAllDay | @ShutUp_LauraInstagram: @forcetoastpodBluesky: forcetoastpod.bsky.socialEmail: forcetoastpod@gmail.comWebsite: forcetoastpod.com*This podcast contains a sh!t ton of profanity and boozin. You can find a bleeped version of this podcast absolutely nowhere. Cheers!
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In the fifth episode of Season 23 of Star Wars: In a Galaxy, Eli and Jacob discuss the eleventh and twelfth episodes of Season 3 of Star Wars: Rebels, "Ghosts of Geonosis" and "Warhead".Among their discussion:– A return to Geonosis, and all the implications of what that means for the past and future of the galaxy.– A discussion on where Saw Gerrera is by the time we meet him in Star Wars: Rebels. – Sabine... hates sand. *holds for groans and chuckles*– The little bug that changed everything.– Rex reminiscing about the old days... again.– The "believability" of Imperial genocide.– Is "Warhead" a bottle episode?– The EXD-9 infiltrator droid, and its wolf-in-sheep's-clothing design.– Thrawn turning what should be a loss into a big win. Read Eli's story, "The Greatest Creation" here (mentioned in episode): https://archiveofourown.org/works/59766802/chapters/191359606#workskinThe next episode of Star Wars: In a Galaxy will release on November 28, 2025.Follow us on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads: @InaGalaxyPod/@inagalaxypod.bsky.appFollow our spinoff trivia show on BlueSky: @inagalaxytrivia.bsky.socialFollow Eli everywhere: https://linktr.ee/_ochifan327Leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple and Spotify! It really helps!You can email us at swinagalaxy@gmail.com
In Episode 145, hosts Alyce and Laura take* a look back at Halloweens of yore and bring back their new segment: Ahsoka Again! Please be advised: temporary tattoos should not go on your faceHo phase and college days! Alyce had the best group Halloween costume back in the day.Shoutout to Mandoverse Updates on socials, we love your updates (Follow them on Bluesky)A brief discussion on The Mandalorian and Grogu: budget, Sigorney's role and more (via Inside the Magic)Shawn Levy REALLY wants you to know one key thing about Starfighter (via EW)If you're a Matt Smith fan, he gave a really long interview here, where he gave an update on his upcoming role in Star Wars: Starfighter.Pour one out for Star Wars Insider magazine (via starwars.com)In this episode's Recap on Tap: Ahsoka Again, we revisit Ahsoka Season 1, Part 2: Toil and Trouble. “Dark Jedi” are a thing according to AI, Hera gets messy, human women in Star Wars prove enormously talented at surviving stab wounds, and Sabine is Mary Poppins, y'all!Twitter: @forcetoastpod | @sLeiaAllDay | @ShutUp_LauraInstagram: @forcetoastpodBluesky: forcetoastpod.bsky.socialEmail: forcetoastpod@gmail.comWebsite: forcetoastpod.com*This podcast contains a sh!t ton of profanity and boozin. You can find a bleeped version of this podcast absolutely nowhere. Cheers!
Star Wars: In a Galaxy – Watching all the Star Wars we can get our hands on.
In the fourth episode of Season 23 of Star Wars: In a Galaxy, Eli and Jacob discuss the ninth and tenth episodes of Season 3 of Star Wars: Rebels, "An Inside Man" and "Visions and Voices".Among their discussion:– Back (very briefly) to Lothal!– The introduction (and implications) of the TIE Defender.– Imperial cruelty, manifesting through Thrawn. – Fulcrum is Kallus. – Thrawn starting to flex.– Thriller tone at the beginning of "Visions and Voices"– Discussions about the nature of Maul and Ezra's connection.– The Bendu straight up not giving a shit. – Return to Dathomir!– Spooooooooky ghosts. The next episode of Star Wars: In a Galaxy will release on November 21, 2025.Follow us on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads: @InaGalaxyPod/@inagalaxypod.bsky.appFollow our spinoff trivia show on BlueSky: @inagalaxytrivia.bsky.socialFollow Eli everywhere: https://linktr.ee/_ochifan327Leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple and Spotify! It really helps!You can email us at swinagalaxy@gmail.com
Schneller, als Die Hand von Thrawn braucht, um die Legends-Version der Neuen Republik ans Ende der Caamas-Krise zu bringen, ist unser dreimonatiger Hand-Herbst heute schon wieder vorbei. Wie ist der Weg dahin? Geht es für das bunte Figurenkabinett rund um Luke Skywalker, Mara Jade, Leia Organa Solo, Admiral Pellaeon, Han Solo, Lando Calrissian, Talon Karrde, Shada D'ukal, Jori/Jorj Car'das, Wedge Antilles, Corran Horn, Moranda, Navett, Tierce, Moff Disra, Flim,.... Wie sollte dieser Satz noch gleich enden? Vor lauter Figurenaufzählung weiß man nicht mehr, wo das noch hinführen sollte. Ob Timothy Zahns Thrawn-Saga im großen Finale Der Zorn des Admirals besser landet, als diese Einleitung? Theo, Carl Georg und Interim-Moderator Lukas gehen dem auf die Spur und suchen Nirauan, Exocron, Bothawui und Yaga Minor nach den Antworten ab. Zeitmarken 00:00:00 – Begrüßung mit Nachspiel 00:02:28 – Des Dativs sein dem Genitivs Tod 00:05:29 – Wie weit fließt der Lesefluss? 00:09:23 – Admiral Sauerhand 00:16:24 – Spoiler ab hier: Macht = Sinn? 00:37:54 – Car'das teleportiert, Car'das tauscht aus 00:42:31 – Walk to the Parck 00:55:10 – No Animals were harmed 01:00:47 – Der geklonte Titel 01:13:48 – Unten auf Bothawui... 01:22:00 – ...oben über Bothawui 01:33:48 – Finaler Flimriss 01:48:08 – Marry Jade 02:00:35 – Am Ende eines Krieges 02:05:05 – Wo geht's weiter? 02:10:12 – Schlussworte Blick in die Datenbank Zur Werksübersicht von Die Hand von Thrawn: Blick in die Zukunft, geschrieben von Timothy Zahn Der Roman erschien erstmals am 1. September 1998 unter dem Titel Vision of the Future bei Bantam Spectra auf Englisch. Die deutsche Erstveröffentlichung der zweiten Hälfte des Romans folgte im November 2000 bei Heyne. Im September 2025 beendete Blanvalet mit dem dritten Band die aktuelle und neu gestaltete Legends-Neuauflage. Die Rezensionen Julian verlieh der kompletten Trilogie in einer gemeinsamen Rezension zwar ganze vier von fünf Holocrons, war vom "viel zu abrupt(en)" Ende aber enttäuscht und hatte das Gefühl, "es würde noch ein Buch fehlen." Ähnliches kritisierte Lukas in seiner neuen Rezension der Neuauflage. Darum und wegen zu vieler konstruierte oder ins nichts führende Ereignisse vergibt er in der Wertung ein Holocron weniger. Aufgepasst: Am Ende der Rezension könnt ihr noch bis zum 22. November eines von fünf Exemplaren des Romans gewinnen! Den JediCast abonnieren Wir sind auf allen gängigen Podcast-Plattformen vertreten! Abonniert uns also gerne auf Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts (etc.), oder fügt bequem unsere Feeds in euren präferierten Podcast-Player ein. Alle Links dazu findet ihr oben unter dem Player verlinkt sowie auch jederzeit unter dem Audioplayer in der rechten Sidebar. Wir freuen uns auch immer über Bewertungen auf den jeweiligen Podcast-Seiten. Falls ihr umfangreichere Anmerkungen habt, schreibt auch gerne eine Mail an podcast@jedi-bibliothek.de! Unsere Arbeit unterstützen Seit einigen Monaten haben wir nun auch einen Buymeacoffee-Link. Darüber könnt ihr uns einmalig einen gewünschten Geldbetrag zukommen lassen. Damit setzen wir dann Gewinnspiele, Convention-Auftritte (wie demnächst auf der Comic Con in Stuttgart) oder technische Ausstattung für unser Projekt um. Danke für eure Unterstützung! Deine Meinung! Wie seht ihr das? Schließt ihr euch der Kritik an dubiosen Machtfähigkeiten und überflüssigen Bothawui-Kapitel an oder findet ihr alles an den Büchern gut? Welche der beiden Zahn-Trilogien der Legends-Ära hat für euch die Nase vorn? Und was würdet ihr euch als das nächste Thema für einen mehrteiligen JediCast wünschen? Her mit euren Kommentaren!
Star Wars: In a Galaxy – Watching all the Star Wars we can get our hands on.
In the third episode of Season 23 of Star Wars: In a Galaxy, Eli and Jacob discuss the sixth, seventh, and eighth episodes of Season 3 of Star Wars: Rebels, "Imperial Supercommandos" , "Iron Squadron", and "The Wynkahthu Job".Among their discussion:– The return of Fenn Rau, and his arc throughout this episode.– The Imperalization of Mandalore.– The late Ray Stevenson's legacy, and his lesser-known role in Star Wars as Gar Saxon.– Ezrabine officially crushed.– Tuckerized names in "Iron Squadron"!– Jun Sato as a central character of Star Wars: Rebels– The youth of the Rebellion, and how far the Ghost crew has come.– A blip of Thrawn.– Oh, Hondo.– Rebels keeps putting episodes in atmospheres of planets.– DT Sentry Droids!– Will Ezra ever learn his lesson around Hondo Ohnaka?The next episode of Star Wars: In a Galaxy will release on November 14, 2025.Follow us on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads: @InaGalaxyPod/@inagalaxypod.bsky.appFollow our spinoff trivia show on BlueSky: @inagalaxytrivia.bsky.socialFollow Eli everywhere: https://linktr.ee/_ochifan327Leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple and Spotify! It really helps!You can email us at swinagalaxy@gmail.com
Rotta the Hutt returns? Grogu fights a giant lizard? The trailer for The Mandalorian & Grogu sparks wild theories about Thrawn's rise, Zeb's role, and a possible heist. Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno & Patrick Mason break it all down. The post Mandalorian & Grogu Trailer Breakdown: Wild Predictions & Hidden Clues appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Today we discuss Retreat from Coruscant, the next short story in Tales from the Empire. Taryn Clancy delivers mail throughout the Core Systems. She's on Coruscant making a routine delivery when the unthinkable happens. The New Republic's capital comes under attack by Imperial forces. She, and the New Republic, quickly flee the planet. This story helps bridge the gap between the original Thrawn trilogy and Dark Empire.
Star Wars: In a Galaxy – Watching all the Star Wars we can get our hands on.
In the first episode of Season 23 of Star Wars: In a Galaxy, Eli and Jacob, discuss the first and second episodes of Season 3 of Star Wars: Rebels, "Steps into Shadow" and "The Holocrons of Fate".Among their discussion:– Ezra is making some... bad decisions.– The return of Hondo Ohnaka!– Governor Pryce enters the scene.– THE BENDU, THE ONE IN THE MIDDLE.– "I will start my operations here and pull the Rebels apart, piece by piece. They will be the architects of their own destruction." – Grand Admiral freaking Thrawn, 2 BBY.– The linguistic differences of Ugnaughts.– The destruction of the Phantom.– Darth Maul just trolling.– Holocron lore.– "Perhaps master and apprentice will rediscover their balance. Or perhaps they'll be eaten. Such is the way of things." – The Bendu, 2 BBY.– Kanan is airlocked (but survives).The next episode of Star Wars: In a Galaxy will be our stream on October 26! Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzAEH4fdCc8Follow us on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads: @InaGalaxyPod/@inagalaxypod.bsky.appFollow our spinoff trivia show on BlueSky: @inagalaxytrivia.bsky.socialFollow Eli everywhere: https://linktr.ee/_ochifan327Leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple and Spotify! It really helps!You can email us at swinagalaxy@gmail.com
Während die Blätter bunter werden und der Herbst um sich greift, stellt sich die Frage, was mehr Schrecken verursacht – das nahende Halloween oder die Aufteilung eines Star Wars-Romans in zwei Bücher für die deutsche Übersetzung? Immerhin liegen zwei Taschenbücher in angenehmen Umfang leichter in der Hand, wenn Theo, Carl Georg und Lukas für euch nach zahlreichen Handlungssträngen und endlosen Kapiteln der Frage auf den Grund gehen, ob Timothy Zahn bei so vielen Seiten noch Zahn ist oder schon zäh. Blick in die Zukunft ist der zweite Band der Die Hand von Thrawn-Trilogie und damit auch das Objekt der Besprechung des zweiten Teils unseres Hand-Herbstes. Folgt uns in Höhlensysteme mit speziell kommunizierenden Bewohnern, auf Felder schnell unterbrochener Urlaube, Undercover-Einsätze im größten Brennpunkt der Neuen Republik, Audienzen bei zwielichtigen Gangsterbossen und auf die Führungsebene des Imperiums samt wachsender interner Spannungen. Viel Spaß mit dem Anfang vom Ende. Zeitmarken 00:00:00 – Begrüßung 00:00:42 – Die deutsche Teilung 00:03:32 – Cover "meh" 00:12:00 – Baby Thrawn 00:16:20 – Spoiler ab hier: Blick in die Vergangenheit 00:29:22 – Dungeons & Dates 00:39:36 – Blauhaut bleibt Blauhaut 00:45:34 – Wedges & Wings 01:04:16 – Mistryl-iös 01:14:28 – Fel-Alarm auf der Farm 01:27:42 – ¿Cuándo Hochzeit Bailando Calrissian? 01:34:45 – KammerFLIMmern 01:45:35 – Halbzeitpfiff Blick in die Datenbank Zur Werksübersicht von Die Hand von Thrawn: Blick in die Zukunft, geschrieben von Timothy Zahn Der Roman erschien erstmals am 1. September 1998 unter dem Titel Vision of the Future bei Bantam Spectra auf Englisch. Die deutsche Erstveröffentlichung der ersten Hälfte des Romans folgte im August 2000 bei Heyne. Im Juli 2025 erschien bei Blanvalet der zweite Band als moderne Neuauflage mit verändertem Cover und Legends-Banner. Die Rezensionen Julian gefiel 2015 in seiner Rezension für die komplette Reihe besonders, wie Timothy Zahn die Werke jener Ära durch Verknüpfungen und kleine Erwähnung zu einem einheitlichen Bild verschmilzen lässt. Das merkt auch Lukas in seiner Rezension der Neuauflage von 2025 positiv an. Im Gegensatz zum ersten Band gewinnt für ihn die Geschichte durch einen stärkeren Fokus auf die Charaktere im Vergleich zum ersten Band einiges dazu. Übrigens: Unter der Rezension könnt ihr das Buch in der Neuausgabe noch bis zum 26. Oktober gewinnen! Den JediCast abonnieren Wir sind auf allen gängigen Podcast-Plattformen vertreten! Abonniert uns also gerne auf Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts (etc.), oder fügt bequem unsere Feeds in euren präferierten Podcast-Player ein. Alle Links dazu findet ihr oben unter dem Player verlinkt sowie auch jederzeit unter dem Audioplayer in der rechten Sidebar. Wir freuen uns auch immer über Bewertungen auf den jeweiligen Podcast-Seiten. Falls ihr umfangreichere Anmerkungen habt, schreibt auch gerne eine Mail an podcast@jedi-bibliothek.de! Unsere Arbeit unterstützen Seit einigen Monaten haben wir nun auch einen Buymeacoffee-Link. Darüber könnt ihr uns einmalig einen gewünschten Geldbetrag zukommen lassen. Damit setzen wir dann Gewinnspiele, Convention-Auftritte (wie demnächst auf der Comic Con in Stuttgart) oder technische Ausstattung für unser Projekt um. Deine Meinung! Was sagt ihr zum zweiten Band? Stört ihr euch an der Aufteilung oder bringt sie für euch sogar mehr Struktur in den Dschungel der zahlreichen Figuren, Orte und Handlungen? Wo reiht er sich in eurem persönlichen Ranking der Thrawn- oder Zahn-Romane ein? Wünscht ihr euch mehr Neuauflagen im modernen Stil? Wir freuen uns auf eure Kommentare!
Hello there! Welcome to Force Ghost Conversations. This podcast is your home for cozy, deep dives into all things Star Wars and Lucasfilm-adjacent properties. Each week, our host will be joined by fans, creators, and believers in the principles from the Galaxy far, far away to discuss the thematic elements from our favorite Lucasfilm properties. Without further adieu, it is time to gather around the campfire for some Force Ghost Conversations.After her introduction in the Mandalorian and being a featured character in Ahsoka, Morgan Elsbeth gets a backstory in Tales of the Empire. Ross Hollebon (Fantha Tracks and the Album Cockpit Podcast) rejoins the show to analyze what these tales offer for her larger story. The story showcases her introduction to fear, her alliance with Thrawn, and the moments just before her first appearance in the Mandalorian.Topics Discussed Include:1. The Trauma of Fear2. The Journey to Evil3. A Helpful AllianceSupport the show on Patreon - www.patreon.com/forceghostconversationsIf you want to continue the conversation, please follow us at the following websites:Blue SkyThreadsTwitterFacebookInstagramYouTubeMerchandiseToday's guest, Ross Hollebon, can be found online as a writer for Fantha Tracks as well as the host of the Album Cockpit Podcast.
The first trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu has dropped, and Erin and Alex dive deep into every frame while Matthew sits this one out (spoiler-free as always). From Zeb's live-action bow staff combat to Rotta the Hutt's surprising return, the hosts unpack what this May 2026 release might mean for the Star Wars galaxy post-Empire.In this episode we discuss:What does Grogu's increased independence and combat capability signal for his character development?Will Zeb's fighting style from Rebels translate effectively to live action?How does Rotta the Hutt's transformation from Clone Wars connect to this film's story?What role will the Anzellans (Babu Frik's species) play in the movie?Is this film setting up a larger confrontation with Thrawn and the Imperial Shadow Council?Where does this story fit in the timeline relative to Ahsoka and other Disney+ shows?What can we expect from Sigourney Weaver's New Republic officer character?Why is the return of Star Wars to theaters after six years so significant?Hosts: Erin & Alex (Matthew abstaining to avoid spoilers)Note: Contains spoilers for The Mandolorian and Grogu trailer and discussion of footage shown at Star Wars Celebration. **************************************************************************This episode is a production of Star Wars Generations, a The Ethical Panda Podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check our our website to find out more about this and our sister podcast Superhero Ethics.We want to hear from you! You can keep up with our latest news, and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.Email: Matthew@TheEthicalPanda.comFacebook: TheEthicalPandaInstagram: TheEthicalPandaPodcastsTwitter: EthicalPanda77Or you can join jump into the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.To learn more about co-host Erin and her incredible cosplay check out her Instagram, LadyTanoCreates.Want to get access to even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month, or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes. Sign up on the podcast's main page you can even give membership as a gift!You can also support our podcasts through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master AlanUse Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.
Step into the strategic brilliance of one of the most fascinating figures in the Star Wars galaxy — Grand Admiral Thrawn. In this episode, we dive deep into his rise through the Imperial ranks, his origins in the Unknown Regions, and the tactical genius that made him both feared and admired. From Heir to the Empire to Ahsoka, we explore how Thrawn's story reshapes the future of the galaxy far, far away. Perfect for Star Wars lore lovers, book readers, and those captivated by the art of strategy. If you want to see the video of this show check it out below. https://www.youtube.com/live/YSvkwfuLpTw?si=adFoAhcZNZdsQuZS #Thrawn #starwars #darthVader #BanthaMilk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Grand insectoid mothers, web sensitive grubs, and purple lightsabers, oh my! Shaun Duke and Daniel Haeusser join forces to discuss the new canon novel, Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss by Steven Barnes. Together, they explore the novel's approach to the titular Star Wars character, Barnes' fantastical worldbuilding and narrative choices, some of the new characters who appear in the book, and so much more! Thanks for listening. We hope you enjoy the episode! Show Notes: Don't forget to catch our live format every Friday at 7 PM Central on Twitch at AlphabetStreams! If you have a question you'd like us to answer, feel free to shoot us a message on our contact page. Our new intro and outro music comes from Holy Mole. You can support his work at patreon.com/holymole. See you later, navigator!
Fan favorite writer Timothy Zahn is a Star Wars legend! As the author of the original Thrawn trilogy in the early 90s (and numerous subsequent Star Wars novels), Zahn helped keep the Star Wars flame lit during the franchise's post-Return of the Jedi slumber. And at GalaxyCon San Jose, I had the honor of moderating the Spotlight on Timothy Zahn panel, where he shared stories about the creation of Grand Admiral Thrawn and other characters, how he first got the chance to write for Star Wars, what he thinks of his Extended Universe novels becoming Star Wars Legends, and much, much more! And now you get a chance to hear the conversation for yourself! Enjoy! To see when you can attend a GalaxyCon for yourself, visit the GalaxyCon website at: https://galaxycon.com You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3H27uMH Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3BVrnkW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In “Tales of the Empire: Morgan's Tale,” we wind through the paths of fear, anger, and finally hatred to tell a tale of witches, genocide, ambition, and revenge. But we definitely haven't reached the end of the path yet, because Moran Elsbeth's great destiny is still definitely a mystery???We thread our discussion of “The Path of Fear,” “The Path of Anger,” and “The Path of Hate” with analysis of the anti-hero's journey, Morgan's motivations to join the Empire, and Thrawn's desire to see order created out of chaos. We also shake our fist at Star Wars for always killing off their witches, and sing our praises for the baddest Grand Admiral of them all.New to Growing Up Skywalker? Come join us for non-toxic Star Wars recaps from a veteran and a new fan. New episodes every Tuesday.Want more Growing Up Skywalker? This is a great time to sign up for our Patreon for bonus audio content! Timestamps:00:00:00 Who Are We?00:02:07 Plot Summary00:10:50 Witches, Genocide, and Force Magic00:19:47 Tie Defenders on Corvus??00:25:32 Thrawn, Rukh, and Morgan00:37:53 The Anti-Hero's Journey00:53:10 Bae Watch01:03:02 Closing Thoughts
We're going going back back to Ryoth Ryloth!More on Hera's background! More on Thrawn's tactical prowess!Strap on your buckets, let's go!Please follow the show at:Mando_Vision on Twitter/X and Instagram. MandoVision on Blue SkyEmail: MandoVisionTom@gmail.comPlease, like, subscribe and share the show with your friends on all of your favorite podcast platforms and if you can take the time to write a 5-Star review, it will be read on the show! Thank for all the support, please stay safe and take care of each other. Music by Dirty Sweet and used with permission.All audio clips from any “Star Wars” material is copyright of Disney Enterprises Inc. and is only used for the sole purpose of promotion of Disney property and to provide context for talking points. Mando Vision is copyright Thomas Pritchard 2025. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Ahsoka. Thrawn. Bo-Katan. Ezra. Cad Bane. Today on This is the Wayseekers, we're ranking every Star Wars character who made the jump from animation to live-action... the good, the bad, and the ones we wish had stayed animated. From The Clone Wars to The Mandalorian and Ahsoka, we're diving into the most controversial adaptations in the galaxy.
Things heat up as the hunt for Luke and Mara intensifies and trust grows thin. Luke walks a razor's edge between ally and enemy while Thrawn's influence spreads like a shadow over every move. Political schemes, deadly ambushes, and subtle betrayals keep this episode ticking fast. Our heroes find themselves trapped in the Empire's tightening grip—but they're not out yet! Fun, tense, and dripping with intrigue.We hope you enjoy today's show. If you liked the show, please give it a five-star rating on whatever platform you use to consume your content. It really does help. If possible, share it with your friends and family. It would be greatly appreciated. And don't forget to favorite the show. That way, you will be notified every time we release a new episode. As always, thank you for spending your time listening to this podcast. For people with any questions about the show. Please do not hesitate to email us @swaa.audio@gmail.com. We would love to hear from you. Follow us on our Social Media for more great content.For Merch, Extra Content, and uninterrupted episodes, visit https://www.swaapodcast.com/The story, art, and characters therein are the property of whoever holds the copyright to this material. We do not claim ownership of the source material. This podcast was produced for noncommercial use, to be enjoyed by ourselves, fellow fans, and the original creators as a tribute to Star Wars. Please support the official release.StarWars, StarWarsPodcast, HeirToTheEmpire, JediTalk, GalacticJourney, NewRepublic, StarWarsUniverse, TheForceIsStrong, SWAAcast, StarWarsAudiobooks, StarWarsFan, StarWarsCommunity, StarWarsLore, GalaxyFarFarAway, StarWarsStories, StarWarsLegends, JediLife, StarWarsLove, StarWarsSaga, StarWarsGeek, ExploreStarWars, BonusEpisode,
Indiana Jones' further adventures may have stopped (for now), but Brian and Sam are still at it! And they've brought along a Star Friend from A Long Time Ago, Kregg Castillo, to dive into a Thrawn storyline published over a year and a half ago! In addition to our bafflement regarding the insane way Marvel has chosen to present this storyline, Sam is also having his R5-D4 dreams crushed, Brian is reminiscing on his recent travels abroad, and the whole gang is finally taking a trip to the Underworld.
It's all sleight of hand in this episode as Thrawn shows why he's the chess master of galactic warfare. Watch him outthink everyone (again) while Leia and Chewbacca head for Kashyyyk, where Wookiee fury might be the only protection left. Thrawn's deduction skills are terrifying and brilliant as he peels back every layer of Solo's plans. This bonus chapter is a masterclass in cat-and-mouse tactics, with extra snark from your favorite scoundrels.
Bonus episode 4 cranks up the action and the mystery! Han and Leia dodge Imperial plots while eerie signs point to a rising new threat—a name whispers across the galaxy: Joruus C'baoth. Who? Exactly! Things get tense as Leia's Force senses tingle with warning, Thrawn tightens his trap, and Wedge Antilles gets caught in the blaster fire. The stakes? Oh, just the future of the New Republic. Join us as we explore intrigue, blaster battles, and Force chills!We hope you enjoy today's show. If you liked the show, please give it a five-star rating on whatever platform you use to consume your content. It really does help. If possible, share it with your friends and family. It would be greatly appreciated. And don't forget to favorite the show. That way, you will be notified every time we release a new episode. As always, thank you for spending your time listening to this podcast. For people with any questions about the show. Please do not hesitate to email us @swaa.audio@gmail.com. We would love to hear from you. Follow us on our Social Media for more great content.For Merch, Extra Content, and uninterrupted episodes, visit https://www.swaapodcast.com/The story, art, and characters therein are the property of whoever holds the copyright to this material. We do not claim ownership of the source material. This podcast was produced for noncommercial use, to be enjoyed by ourselves, fellow fans, and the original creators as a tribute to Star Wars. Please support the official release.StarWars, StarWarsPodcast, HeirToTheEmpire, JediTalk, GalacticJourney, NewRepublic, StarWarsUniverse, TheForceIsStrong, SWAAcast, StarWarsAudiobooks, StarWarsFan, StarWarsCommunity, StarWarsLore, GalaxyFarFarAway, StarWarsStories, StarWarsLegends, JediLife, StarWarsLove, StarWarsSaga, StarWarsGeek, ExploreStarWars, BonusEpisode,
In this episode, diplomacy gets dicey as Leia juggles political duties and Force training while Han grumbles about everything (classic Han). Meanwhile, Luke faces his own demons—literally—with the memory of Obi-Wan Kenobi fading from his life. Back on Thrawn's side of the galaxy, things heat up with tests of loyalty, shady experiments, and a terrifying glimpse into the dark side's new playbook. It's all happening fast, with plots inside plots... and yes, some delightful sarcasm along the way.We hope you enjoy today's show. If you liked the show, please give it a five-star rating on whatever platform you use to consume your content. It really does help. If possible, share it with your friends and family. It would be greatly appreciated. And don't forget to favorite the show. That way, you will be notified every time we release a new episode. As always, thank you for spending your time listening to this podcast. For people with any questions about the show. Please do not hesitate to email us @swaa.audio@gmail.com. We would love to hear from you. Follow us on our Social Media for more great content.For Merch, Extra Content, and uninterrupted episodes, visit https://www.swaapodcast.com/The story, art, and characters therein are the property of whoever holds the copyright to this material. We do not claim ownership of the source material. This podcast was produced for noncommercial use, to be enjoyed by ourselves, fellow fans, and the original creators as a tribute to Star Wars. Please support the official release.StarWars, StarWarsPodcast, HeirToTheEmpire, JediTalk, GalacticJourney, NewRepublic, StarWarsUniverse, TheForceIsStrong, SWAAcast, StarWarsAudiobooks, StarWarsFan, StarWarsCommunity, StarWarsLore, GalaxyFarFarAway, StarWarsStories, StarWarsLegends, JediLife, StarWarsLove, StarWarsSaga, StarWarsGeek, ExploreStarWars, BonusEpisode,
Our second bonus episode drops us right into Thrawn's next cunning move—this time on a mysterious planet called Wayland. While Pellaeon questions everything (and smells something weird, literally!), Thrawn plays his long game, hinting at Dark Jedi and dangerous allies. Oh, and ysalamiri are officially a thing now—Force-blocking salamanders, anyone? Expect a wild mix of suspense, sarcastic quips, and the Empire's creepy plan to reclaim lost glory.We hope you enjoy today's show. If you liked the show, please give it a five-star rating on whatever platform you use to consume your content. It really does help. If possible, share it with your friends and family. It would be greatly appreciated. And don't forget to favorite the show. That way, you will be notified every time we release a new episode. As always, thank you for spending your time listening to this podcast. For people with any questions about the show. Please do not hesitate to email us @swaa.audio@gmail.com. We would love to hear from you. Follow us on our Social Media for more great content.For Merch, Extra Content, and uninterrupted episodes, visit https://www.swaapodcast.com/The story, art, and characters therein are the property of whoever holds the copyright to this material. We do not claim ownership of the source material. This podcast was produced for noncommercial use, to be enjoyed by ourselves, fellow fans, and the original creators as a tribute to Star Wars. Please support the official release.StarWars, StarWarsPodcast, HeirToTheEmpire, JediTalk, GalacticJourney, NewRepublic, StarWarsUniverse, TheForceIsStrong, SWAAcast, StarWarsAudiobooks, StarWarsFan, StarWarsCommunity, StarWarsLore, GalaxyFarFarAway, StarWarsStories, StarWarsLegends, JediLife, StarWarsLove, StarWarsSaga, StarWarsGeek, ExploreStarWars, BonusEpisode,
Step into the shadowy remnants of the Empire! In this kickoff bonus episode, we meet Grand Admiral Thrawn, the blue-skinned mastermind determined to restore Imperial dominance. While New Republic heroes think they've won, Thrawn is calmly plotting their downfall with brilliant tactics and a few terrifying secrets. Buckle up for political intrigue, eerie Force visions, and Thrawn's chilling debut. This bonus series starts with a bang—and a healthy dose of sarcasm about just how bad things can get when your enemies are smarter than you think!We hope you enjoy today's show. If you liked the show, please give it a five-star rating on whatever platform you use to consume your content. It really does help. If possible, share it with your friends and family. It would be greatly appreciated. And don't forget to favorite the show. That way, you will be notified every time we release a new episode. As always, thank you for spending your time listening to this podcast. For people with any questions about the show. Please do not hesitate to email us @swaa.audio@gmail.com. We would love to hear from you. Follow us on our Social Media for more great content.For Merch, Extra Content, and uninterrupted episodes, visit https://www.swaapodcast.com/The story, art, and characters therein are the property of whoever holds the copyright to this material. We do not claim ownership of the source material. This podcast was produced for noncommercial use, to be enjoyed by ourselves, fellow fans, and the original creators as a tribute to Star Wars. Please support the official release.StarWars, StarWarsPodcast, HeirToTheEmpire, JediTalk, GalacticJourney, NewRepublic, StarWarsUniverse, TheForceIsStrong, SWAAcast, StarWarsAudiobooks, StarWarsFan, StarWarsCommunity, StarWarsLore, GalaxyFarFarAway, StarWarsStories, StarWarsLegends, JediLife, StarWarsLove, StarWarsSaga, StarWarsGeek, ExploreStarWars, BonusEpisode,
Codenames is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and CGE will be releasing an updated version of the game. All this and more gaming news in this week's Munckin Land episode. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure Munchkin Land continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com NEWS Happy Camper will release a new Co-Op game by Matt Leacock, Matt Riddle and Ben Pinchback called The Fours Doors, Aug 25 ($20- Preorder) CrowD Games will release a new trick taking game called Stella Quest, Aug 25 (`$20) Upon the 10th anniversary of Codenames, CGE will be releasing updated versions of Codenames, Codenames Duet and Codenames Pictures. After a successful KS last year North Star Studio will launch Nature, the new (shorter) game based on their previous game Evolution, at Gen Con ‘25 ($65?) Thunderworks Games will release a drafting card game by Phillip Dubary Citizens of the Spark, Aug 25 (~$50) Emberleaf from City of Games will release in the US this fall now that it is in the middle of fulfillment. (~$60) Star Wars Villainous: Cold Tactics adds Grand admiral Thrawn and Count Dooku and Disney Villainous: Treacherous Tides which adds Tamatoa (Moana) and Davy Jones. (Both early Aug $20) ATOM SPOTLIGHT Laura from Obsessed with board games Scott from Boardgaming Bud DIGITAL Frosthaven Digital Demo this week! Steam Next Fest and the Public Demo run from 6/9 at 10am PT (7pm CEST) to 6/16 at 10 am PT (7pm CEST) and Frosthaven will be playable for that whole time CROWDFUNDING KICKSTARTER Gametoppers 5.0 The Tabletop Inn: A Board Game Bed & Breakfast Hagia Sophia (Print and play roll and write) GAMEFOUND Agricola Special Edition SolForge Fusion: Shadows Over Solis Nexus Card Game
Codenames is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and CGE will be releasing an updated version of the game. All this and more gaming news in this week's Munckin Land episode. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure Munchkin Land continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com NEWS Happy Camper will release a new Co-Op game by Matt Leacock, Matt Riddle and Ben Pinchback called The Fours Doors, Aug 25 ($20- Preorder) CrowD Games will release a new trick taking game called Stella Quest, Aug 25 (`$20) Upon the 10th anniversary of Codenames, CGE will be releasing updated versions of Codenames, Codenames Duet and Codenames Pictures. After a successful KS last year North Star Studio will launch Nature, the new (shorter) game based on their previous game Evolution, at Gen Con ‘25 ($65?) Thunderworks Games will release a drafting card game by Phillip Dubary Citizens of the Spark, Aug 25 (~$50) Emberleaf from City of Games will release in the US this fall now that it is in the middle of fulfillment. (~$60) Star Wars Villainous: Cold Tactics adds Grand admiral Thrawn and Count Dooku and Disney Villainous: Treacherous Tides which adds Tamatoa (Moana) and Davy Jones. (Both early Aug $20) ATOM SPOTLIGHT Laura from Obsessed with board games Scott from Boardgaming Bud DIGITAL Frosthaven Digital Demo this week! Steam Next Fest and the Public Demo run from 6/9 at 10am PT (7pm CEST) to 6/16 at 10 am PT (7pm CEST) and Frosthaven will be playable for that whole time CROWDFUNDING KICKSTARTER Gametoppers 5.0 The Tabletop Inn: A Board Game Bed & Breakfast Hagia Sophia (Print and play roll and write) GAMEFOUND Agricola Special Edition SolForge Fusion: Shadows Over Solis Nexus Card Game
We might be late but are here for our annual Star Wars conversation. Thrawn, Tales of the Underworld, Fortnite, and more. I am joined by my ver special guest for a great nerd out show.
One of the most dangerous threats from Star Wars' Legends has had an interesting history after his initial introduction in Timothy Zahn's trilogy/. From the page to animation to live action, the Chiss known as Grand Admiral Member-Berries... errr... THRAWN has had a lasting impact on fans young and old.Join the WOTS crew as we dive into our Character Counts discussion focused on the only Imperial commander to ever say no to both Emperor Palpatine and Darth Vader and walk away unscathed..
Star Wars and Superhero Ethics Crossover Episode: Andor Season 2While I try to keep the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics podcasts separate, with Andor hitting so many of the themes we talk about on Superhero Ethics, I wanted to share our first episode about Andor Season 2 with you all.The hosts of Star Wars Generations dive deep into the first three episodes of Andor Season 2, which premiered with a triple-episode release. Matthew, Erin, and Alex explore how the show immediately establishes its political commentary and continues its unflinching portrayal of life under the Empire's fascist regime.What makes Andor Season 2 so politically charged?Within the first five minutes, the show tackles current political issues through its storytelling. The hosts discuss how the plot involving undocumented workers (referred to explicitly as not having "visas") on a farming planet directly parallels real-world immigration issues. The Empire's plan to exploit the planet Ghorman for resources regardless of environmental or human cost also serves as commentary on resource exploitation and colonialism.How does the show portray different facets of the Empire?The podcast hosts examine how the show depicts various characters within the Imperial system. From Dedra and Syril's domestic life to the cold Imperial board meetings with Krennic, the series demonstrates how ordinary people participate in and enable fascist regimes. The stark contrast between the comfortable lives of Imperial officers and the struggling rebels highlights the inequality within the Star Wars universe.What connections to the wider Star Wars universe appear in these episodes?The hosts identify several connections to the animated series Rebels, including Cassian stealing what appears to be a TIE Interceptor (a project championed by Grand Admiral Thrawn) and the mention of Ghorman (which Mon Mothma later condemns the Empire for abusing in Rebels). They theorize these connections may lead to appearances from characters like Thrawn or depict events referenced in other Star Wars media.Other topics discussed:The controversial scene involving attempted sexual assault against Bix and its portrayal of power abuse within the EmpireMon Mothma's storyline involving Chandrilan wedding traditions and her strained family relationshipsBrasso's death and the ambiguity around whether Andor was responsibleThe portrayal of squabbling rebel factions on Yavin 4 and what it says about resistance movementsThe parallels between the lavish Chandrilan wedding ceremony and the violence occurring simultaneously on other planetsDedra and Syril's domestic relationship and interactions with his motherThe Imperial strategy meeting discussing how to create justifications for destroying GhormanThe hosts conclude that while some storylines (particularly the Yavin 4 sequence) felt somewhat drawn out, the overall quality of the show remains exceptional. They express excitement about where the season is heading and how it will connect to the events of Rogue One, noting that these early episodes have already paid off some of their predictions while setting up compelling new storylines. **************************************************************************This episode is a production of Superhero Ethics, a The Ethical Panda Podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check our our website to find out more about this and our sister podcast Star Wars Generations.We want to hear from you! You can keep up with our latest news, and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.Email: Matthew@TheEthicalPanda.comFacebook: TheEthicalPandaInstagram: TheEthicalPandaPodcastsTwitter: EthicalPanda77Or you can join jump into the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want to get access to even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month, or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes. Sign up on the podcast's main page. You can even give membership as a gift!You can also support our podcasts through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master AlanUse Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.
We jump back in time and discuss Outboud Flight. Jorus C'baoth is determined to get Outbound Flight off the ground, while Palpatine plans to destroy it and all the Jedi on board. In the Unknown Regions, Jorj Car'das comes into contact with an unknown species, the Chiss. The group he meets is led by a young commander named Thrawn. And for some reason, Obi-Wan and Anakin are in this book for the first two-thirds of it.
Skywalking Through Neverland: A Star Wars / Disney Fan Podcast
Star Wars Celebration Japan gave us Loth Kittens, Shadow Lords, Grogu and Gosling, and so much more. We are still processing all the big announcements and surprises, so we brought on a special guest. Our good friend B.J. Priester (Hyperspace Theories/Fangirl Blog) shares his experiences at the Main Stage, the merchandise store, and he helps us break down and analyze all the Star Wars reveals. What were you most excited about? Topics discussed: MANDALORIAN AND GROGU Why wasn't there a Lucasfilm Showcase panel? Footage described in detail STAR WARS: STARFIGHTER Is this the DEADPOOL of Star Wars with director Shawn Levy?? AHSOKA Season 2 Lothballs! (Loth Kittens) Baylan Scoll recasting Thrawn vs. Admiral Ackbar Updates to SMUGGLER'S RUN: Mandalorian and Grogu version Let's flip this switch! They are testing this version right now in Disneyland!! ANDOR Season 2 It's here! LFL 20th Anniversary Animation Panel - MAUL: SHADOW LORD Footage discussed in detail Highlights Merchandise Cosplay Today in Star Wars History 4/29/1980 John Williams debuts as conductor of the Boston Pops at a Symphony Hall performance in Boston, MA. R2-D2 and Anthony Daniels as C-3PO make guest appearances and conduct the “Main Title” from Star Wars. Williams conducts two brand new never-heard before themes from The Empire Strikes Back soundtrack - “Yoda's Theme” and “The Imperial March.” The performance airs live on PBS. SPONSORS Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you. SUPPORT THE SHOW Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content. CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland 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! Never Land on Alderaan!
Star Wars Celebration Japan gave us Loth Kittens, Shadow Lords, Grogu and Gosling, and so much more. We are still processing all the big announcements and surprises, so we brought on a special guest. Our good friend B.J. Priester (Hyperspace Theories/Fangirl Blog) shares his experiences at the Main Stage, the merchandise store, and he helps us break down and analyze all the Star Wars reveals. What were you most excited about? Topics discussed: MANDALORIAN AND GROGU Why wasn't there a Lucasfilm Showcase panel? Footage described in detail STAR WARS: STARFIGHTER Is this the DEADPOOL of Star Wars with director Shawn Levy?? AHSOKA Season 2 Lothballs! (Loth Kittens) Baylan Scoll recasting Thrawn vs. Admiral Ackbar Updates to SMUGGLER'S RUN: Mandalorian and Grogu version Let's flip this switch! They are testing this version right now in Disneyland!! ANDOR Season 2 It's here! LFL 20th Anniversary Animation Panel - MAUL: SHADOW LORD Footage discussed in detail Highlights Merchandise Cosplay Today in Star Wars History 4/29/1980 John Williams debuts as conductor of the Boston Pops at a Symphony Hall performance in Boston, MA. R2-D2 and Anthony Daniels as C-3PO make guest appearances and conduct the “Main Title” from Star Wars. Williams conducts two brand new never-heard before themes from The Empire Strikes Back soundtrack - “Yoda's Theme” and “The Imperial March.” The performance airs live on PBS. SPONSORS Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you. SUPPORT THE SHOW Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content. CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland 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! Never Land on Alderaan!
The expanded universe, also known as Legends, is something unique to the Star Wars fandom, featuring a wide array of books and comics created by countless authors and artists. These stories are much beloved, and the Legends fandom will be gathering in Burbank this September along with authors that helped bring the stories to life. Today, Kara is joined by Katherine, the executive director of Legends Expo. They discuss all the details of the upcoming event, which will benefit The Book Truck, and what attendees can expect, plus they discuss Legends and the fandom surrounding it and why it's so special.Find all the info you need about Legends Expo here and follow along with the event on Instagram here.Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram!Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon and check out her Celebration Database Blog!If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Frank, Jonathan and Squeaks pack this extra-long Geek Freaks with trivia giveaways, rapid-fire reviews, and the biggest headlines from Star Wars Celebration Japan. They grade the first three episodes of Andor season 2, Bethesda's surprise Oblivion Remastered, the punishing new RPG Expedition 33, and WWE's WrestleMania 41. Stick around for deep fandom news on Ahsoka, Darth Maul, Disney fortnight, Ready or Not 2, Hunger Games, a Geek Freaks network update, and fresh recommendations. Timestamps & Topics Time Topic 00:00 Welcome, cast intros, how the giveaway quiz works 01:17 Marvel trivia challenge – each correct answer unlocks free merch 04:45 Andor S2 E1-3 spoiler-lite review & letter grade 15:16 Oblivion Remastered impressions, performance talk 24:45 Hands-on with Expedition 33 and its timing-based combat 34:56 WrestleMania 41 results, Cena's heel turn, Becky Lynch surprise 45:15 Star Wars Celebration recap – Outlaws DLC, Light & Magic S2, Ahsoka S2 casting, Visions S3, Darth Maul series, Shawn Levy's Starfighter 58:35 Daredevil S4 date, Sarah Michelle Gellar joins Ready or Not 2 01:04:00 New Hunger Games: Sunrise of the Reaping casting & timeline 01:08:00 Network news – Fandom Portals Marvel month, Anime Plus, Challenge Accepted, Disney Moms Gone Wrong returns 5/11 01:09:55 Recommendations of the week 01:13:40 Final sign-off, how to win merch on social media Key Takeaways Audience giveaways return: each trivia answer right means another T-shirt up for grabs. Andor keeps its political edge; episode pacing feels slow yet purposeful earning an A- grade. Bethesda's Oblivion Remastered modernises visuals but crashes push it to a solid 8/10. Expedition 33 surprises with reactive turn-based battles and near-flawless performance for a 9/10 score. WrestleMania 41 delivers crowd-pleasing twists, though overall hype falls to 7/10. Celebration reveals: Rory McCann replaces the late Ray Stevenson as Baylan Skoll, Admiral Ackbar joins the fight against Thrawn, Hayden Christensen cameo confirmed, and a Darth Maul animated series is on the way. Network highlight: Disney Moms Gone Wrong is back on May 11. Memorable Quotes “I'm already at the point where I'm sneaking around one-shotting bandits again… it feels like coming home.” – Frank on Oblivion Remastered “This is Final Fantasy meets Elden Ring and I can't put the controller down.” – Squeaks on Expedition 33 “It dawned on me… Dedra and Syril are Dwight and Angela in space.” – Frank on the Empire power couple in Andor “John Cena just played the villain and the crowd didn't know whether to boo or cry.” – Squeaks Call to Action Enjoying the show? Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, leave a quick five-star review, and share the episode using #GeekFreaksPodcast so more geek friends can join the fun. Links & Resources All news sourced from GeekFreaksPodcast.com Geek Freaks Network shows: Geek Freaks, Challenge Accepted, Outlast, Anime Plus, Fandom Portals, Disney Moms Gone Wrong Follow Us Website: GeekFreaksPodcast.com Facebook: facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Instagram: instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast Threads: threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Twitter: twitter.com/geekfreakspod Patreon: patreon.com/GeekFreaksPodcast Listener Questions Got a hot take on Andor or thoughts on WrestleMania 41? Send voice memos or written questions to info@GFPods.com and we may feature you next episode. Apple Podcast Tags Geek Culture, Star Wars, Marvel, WWE, Video Games, TV Reviews, Movie News, Comic Books, Podcasting, Fandom
The hosts of Star Wars Generations dive deep into the first three episodes of Andor Season 2, which premiered with a triple-episode release. Matthew, Erin, and Alex explore how the show immediately establishes its political commentary and continues its unflinching portrayal of life under the Empire's fascist regime.What makes Andor Season 2 so politically charged?Within the first five minutes, the show tackles current political issues through its storytelling. The hosts discuss how the plot involving undocumented workers (referred to explicitly as not having "visas") on a farming planet directly parallels real-world immigration issues. The Empire's plan to exploit the planet Ghorman for resources regardless of environmental or human cost also serves as commentary on resource exploitation and colonialism.How does the show portray different facets of the Empire?The podcast hosts examine how the show depicts various characters within the Imperial system. From Dedra and Syril's domestic life to the cold Imperial board meetings with Krennic, the series demonstrates how ordinary people participate in and enable fascist regimes. The stark contrast between the comfortable lives of Imperial officers and the struggling rebels highlights the inequality within the Star Wars universe.What connections to the wider Star Wars universe appear in these episodes?The hosts identify several connections to the animated series Rebels, including Cassian stealing what appears to be a TIE Interceptor (a project championed by Grand Admiral Thrawn) and the mention of Ghorman (which Mon Mothma later condemns the Empire for abusing in Rebels). They theorize these connections may lead to appearances from characters like Thrawn or depict events referenced in other Star Wars media.Other topics discussed:The controversial scene involving attempted sexual assault against Bix and its portrayal of power abuse within the EmpireMon Mothma's storyline involving Chandrilan wedding traditions and her strained family relationshipsBrasso's death and the ambiguity around whether Andor was responsibleThe portrayal of squabbling rebel factions on Yavin 4 and what it says about resistance movementsThe parallels between the lavish Chandrilan wedding ceremony and the violence occurring simultaneously on other planetsDedra and Syril's domestic relationship and interactions with his motherThe Imperial strategy meeting discussing how to create justifications for destroying GhormanThe hosts conclude that while some storylines (particularly the Yavin 4 sequence) felt somewhat drawn out, the overall quality of the show remains exceptional. They express excitement about where the season is heading and how it will connect to the events of Rogue One, noting that these early episodes have already paid off some of their predictions while setting up compelling new storylines. **************************************************************************This episode is a production of Star Wars Generations, a The Ethical Panda Podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check our our website to find out more about this and our sister podcast Superhero Ethics.We want to hear from you! You can keep up with our latest news, and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.Email: Matthew@TheEthicalPanda.comFacebook: TheEthicalPandaInstagram: TheEthicalPandaPodcastsTwitter: EthicalPanda77Or you can join jump into the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.To learn more about co-host Erin and her incredible cosplay check out her Instagram, LadyTanoCreates.Want to get access to even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month, or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes. Sign up on the podcast's main page you can even give membership as a gift!You can also support our podcasts through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master AlanUse Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.
Star Wars Celebration Japan has come and gone and since there's no new Star Wars comics this week, we break down the key comics news that was made the semiannual event celebrating all thing Star Wars.One thing that was notable was convention-exclusive Star Wars: Beyond Victory #1 by Ethan Sacks, Steven Cummings, Will Sliney and Shogo Aoki, with a cover by Phil Noto. The one-shot was only available at the ILM/Meta booth at Star Wars Celebration in Japan. It serves as prequel story to the Meta Quest experience "Star Wars: Beyond Victory -- A Mixed Reality Playset." So far (as of April 23), four copies are on eBay, with one at $305. We don't have a copy -- it's unclear if it'll ever be released outside of SWCJ -- but when we get one, we'll offer up a review.One thing that drew our attention? Marvel editor in chief C.B. Cebulski, at Star Wars Celebration's Lucasfilm Publishing panel, said the company is doing a Millennium Falcon-focused comic later this year.Comics Discussed This Week:Star Wars: Beyond VIctory #1 Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week:Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku -- Last Stand #3 (of 4)News: Star Wars Celebration Japan concluded. The event was quite entertaining and offered up a preview of sorts for Dark Horse's upcoming Hyperspace Stories: Codebreaker #1 (of 4), as well as an early look at Marvel's July Star Wars comics solicits, including The Beacon one-shot that brings The High Republic Phase III to an end.Legacy of Vader will reveal a new knight of Ren, Tava Ren, while Jedi Knights #8 will feature Kelleran Beq.Star Wars: Jedi: Fallen Order manga by Mangado as announced at Star Wars Celebration in Japan.Star Wars: Thrawn manga adaptation by Man TsangDetails and images from Star Wars: Path of the Lightsaber manga from VIZ Media and by Kenny Ruiz, as announced at Star Wars Celebration Japan. It's due out on Nov. 11.Marvel's July solicits are on the Facebook and Bluesky feed.Jaxxon is in the just-announced "Rebuild the Galaxy: Pieces of the Past" Lego series that debuts on Disney+ later this year.Have a peek at April 29's Star Wars: Crimson Reign omnibus on the Facebook and Bluesky pages. It's 872 pages and collects Crimson Reign 1-5, Star Wars (Vol. 3) 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader (Vol. 3) 18-24 and Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) 16-21.Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses:April 29 _ Crash Zone TPB (Collects Crash Landing, Crash and Burn and the 2025 The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual), Crimson Reign Omnibus (Collects 1-5, Star Wars 19-25, Bounty Hunters 18-24, Darth Vader 18-24 and Doctor Aphra 16-21)April 30 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #17, The High Republic Adventures Phase III -- The Battle of Eriadu One-Shot, The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi #3 (of 5), The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #3 (of 5), Codebreaker #1 (of 4)May 3 _ Star Wars Free Comic Book Day #1, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Free Comic Book Day #1May 6 _ Star Wars: Ahsoka — Season One TPB (Collects 1-8), Darth Maul: Black, White & Red Treasury Editions (Collects 1-4)May 7 _ Star Wars (Vol. IV) #1, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #3 (of 5)May 14 _Jedi Knights #3May 20 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 3 TPB (Collects 11-13, Wedding Spectacular One-Shot)May 21 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III #18, Legacy of Vader #4, The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #4 (of 5)May 28 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #4 (of 5)June 3 _ The Battle of Jakku TPB (Collects Insurgency Rising 1-4, Republic Under Seige 1-4, Last Stand 1-4)June 4 _ Jedi Knights #4, The High Republic — Fear of the Jedi #5 (of 5)June 11 _ Star Wars #2, The Rise of Skywalker adapation #5 (of 5), The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #4 (of 5)June 17 _ Star Wars Legends: The Rebellion Omnibus Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars: Shadow Stalker (1997) 1, Star Wars: Rebel Heist (2014) 1-4, Star Wars: A Valentine Story (2003) 1, Classic Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1994) 1-2, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire (1996) 1-6, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire Mini-comic (1996) 1-2, Star Wars: Tales From Mos Eisley (1996) 1, Star Wars: The Bounty Hunters – Scoundrel's Wages (1999) 1, Classic Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (1994) 1-2, Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead (2001) 2, Star Wars: Tag & Bink II (2006) 1, Sergio Aragones Stomps Star Wars (2000) 1, Star Wars Infinities: The Empire Strikes Back (2002) 1-4, Star Wars Infinities: Return of the Jedi (2003) 1-4; material from Star Wars Kids (1997) 12; Star Wars Visionaries (2005); Star Wars Tales (1999) 2, 4-8, 10, 12, 15-17, 20)June 18 _ Doctor Aphra — Chaos Agent #1June 24 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Yoda's Secret War (Collects Star Wars 15-30, Annual 1-2); June 25 _ Legacy of Vader #5, The High Republic Adventures Phase III #19, Codebreaker #2 (of 4)July 1 _ Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone TPB (Collects 1-4)July 2 _ Jedi Knights #5, The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #5 (of 5), Codebreaker #3 (of 4)July 8 _ Ewoks TPB (Collects 1-4)July 9 _ Legacy of Vader #6July 16 _ Star Wars (Vol. 4) #3, he High Republic Adventures Phase III #20July 22 _ Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: Yoda's War (Collects Star Wars 15-30, Annual 1, 2)July 23 _ Doctor Aphra — Chaos Agent #2July 30 _ The High Republic — The Finale: The Beacon #1 One-ShotAug. 5 _ Star Wars: Visions Treasury Edition (Collects Visions: Peach Momoko, Visions: Takeshi Okazaki and material from Darth Vader: Black, White & Red #1)Aug. 6 _ Jedi Knights #6Aug. 19 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III TPB Vol. 4 (Collects 14-16, Battle of Eriadu one-shot)Aug. 26 _ Star Wars: Kanan Modern Era Epic Collection (Collects 1-12)Sept. 9 _ Jedi Knights #7Oct. 7 _ Legacy of Vader Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-6)Oct. 14 _ The High Republic -- Fear of the Jedi TPB (Collects 1-5) and The High Republic -- The Finale one-shot Oct. 21 _ The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation TPB (Collects 1-5); Star Wars Legends: The Old Republic Omnibus Vol. 2 (Collects The Old Republic (2010) 1-6, The Old Republic - The Lost Suns 1-5, Lost Tribe of the Sith - Spiral 1-5, Knight Errant 1-5, Knight Errant - Deluge 1-5, Knight Errant - Escape 1-5, Jedi vs. Sith 1-6; material from Star Wars Tales 16-17, 24; Star Wars Visionaries); Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Library Edition (Collects 1-12)Oct. 28 _ The High Republic Adventures Phase III Vol. 5 TPB (Collects 17-20), Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch - Ghost Agents TPB (Collects 1-5)Nov. 4 _ Jedi Knights Vol. 1 TPB (Collects 1-5)Nov. 25 _ Star Wars: Darth Vader Modern Era Epic Collection: Vader Down (Collects 13-25, Star Wars 13-14 and Vader Down #1)Dec. 2 _ Star Wars: Doctor Aphra — Friends and Enemies OmnibusDec. 9 _ Codebreaker TPB (Collects 1-4)Jan. 6 _ Star Wars (2025) TPB Vol. 1 (Collects 1-6), Darth Maul: Black, White & Red TPB (Collects 1-4)
This week on That Comic Podcast we're diving headfirst into hyperspace and hype!We're breaking down the full Star Wars Celebration 2025 schedule, including the Mandalorian & Grogu trailer leak, Sigourney Weaver joining the galaxy far, far away, and that insane Starfighter movie reveal with Ryan Gosling. Oh, and Maul: Shadow Lord is real—and it's giving Rebels prequel energy in the best way. We also talk Ahsoka Season 2, the upcoming Thrawn vs. Jedi Survivor manga, and the reveal of Roy McCann (aka The Hound) as Balon Skoll. Plus, Star Wars: Zero Company, a brand new turn-based tactics game, is on the way. Strategy nerds, rejoice.Then we swing over to Marvel with our take on the Fantastic Four trailer—backlash, badass moments, and a deep dive into Shalla-Bal and her Silver Surfer origins (this ain't a gender swap, folks, it's actual canon).Also: Our Daredevil: Born Again recap—including Disney+'s most gruesome scene yet.Season 2 predictions and if Marvel's really going darker.A peek at that Superman Day featurette.And finally—we're gearing up for Super Jersey Comic Expo! We'll be at Booth 142/143 with Comic Universe and That! Gatekeeper Comics—talking comics, slinging prints, and maybe over-caffeinating. Come say what's up!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-comic-podcast--5896499/support.
This Week In Geek we're coming to you LIVE from Japan with our full recap of Star Wars Celebration 2025! We break down all the biggest announcements and unforgettable moments—from the reveal of Star Wars: Starfighter, to exclusive footage from The Mandalorian & Grogu, and new insights from the cast of Andor Season 2. We dive into concept art and teases for Ahsoka Season 2, fresh details on Light & Magic Season 2, and a first look at Star Wars: Visions Volume 3. Plus, we cover exciting updates for Disney Parks and Galaxy's Edge, and share our thoughts on what the future holds for the 50th anniversary of Star Wars and the next Celebration in Los Angeles in 2027. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HERE
When Marvel let their license to produce Star Wars comics lapse in 1986, Return of the Jedi was three years in the rear-view mirror and it seemed possible there would never be any further installments in the franchise. But Tom Veitch and Cam Kennedy's 1991 miniseries Dark Empire would begin Dark Horse Comics' 23-year run of Star Wars comics and help launch the Expanded Universe. Set six years after the Battle of Endor, Dark Empire sees Luke Skywalker tempted to the Dark Side by the newly revived Emperor, Han Solo and Leia Organa fleeing bounty hunters, and a new Imperial doomsday weapon threatening the galaxy. We'll look at the long and rocky development of the series, how involved (or not) Lucasfilm was in the story, and how it compares to its prose sister project, Timothy Zahn's Thrawn trilogy. This is the only podcast where you can hear two grown men arguing (politely) about Star Wars!Support the podcast at patreon.com/ironageofcomics
We are back and we have returned for more personal attacks! In this episode of Dark Side Divas we discuss the Star Wars Rebels episode "Heroes of Mandalore Part 2" (s4e2). Sabine realizes she did not stop the empire from using a weapon she invented on her own people. Thrawn is very skeptical, we think, and there's a lot of spectacular moments with the Mandalorians. Listen and find out why!
What makes a Star Wars battle truly unforgettable? Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker unpack the most pivotal fights across canon and Legends, from Scarif to Umbara, Thrawn to Hoth, and the tactics that made them legendary. The post The Best Battles in Star Wars from Hoth to Scarif and Everything Between appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Mandalorian introduced a new look and feel for Star Wars that revolutionized the franchise in a way the sequels failed to. The show brought in new and old characters to the modern era, but has it overstayed its welcome? Is the upcoming movie the end of the Mando hype? It's possible… The force isn't strong with this one… The Mando and Grogu Movie thoughts ahead of Star Wars celebration We're going to have a whole panel dedicated to Mando and Grogu movie at SWCJ Details on the history of this show Storyline, Ratta the hutt getting kidnapped by clone wars era bounty hunter that Mando will have to fight, which will ultimately lead to what Thrawn is scheming at Clone Wars the movie the sequel? ───────── JOIN OUR DISCORD! https://discord.gg/cdQgvgg3 ➤ Listen to our podcasts here: https://bit.ly/3gJIBg9 ➤ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarWarsUplink ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsuplink/ Your place for everything Star Wars Gaming, the TV Shows, and Movies! Star Wars Uplink aims to bring you the best Star Wars podcast every week, discussing the latest and greatest from the Star Wars Universe! New Star Wars movie trailers, Disney Plus TV Show Reviews, Reaction Videos, Star Wars Theory breakdowns, and Star Wars Lore Explained! If you're looking for videos and podcasts on: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Skeleton Crew, The Acolyte, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi Wan Kenobi, Bad Batch, Clone Wars, Rebels, Jedi Survivor, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Hunters, and every new Star Wars movie, you're at the right place! With almost a decade of podcast experience and 350+ episodes, we're here to keep you up to date on everything going on in the Galaxy Far, Far Away! ───────── We would highly appreciate any constructive feedback or review from you! Let us know in the comment section below, or on any of our socials! Our listeners are our priority, so we want to make the best content we possibly can! Please consider sharing the podcast with your family, friends, and followers. It would be highly appreciated! ❤️ We hope you have a good rest of your day, and remember... May The Force Be With You. ───────── For any business inquiries, please Email us at: contact@uplinkpodcast.com
Rebels Season 3 comes to a close with a trio of episodes that demonstrates just how far the Star Wars Animation team has come as a group of visual storytellers. Twin Suns brings us to Tatooine as hostile and hopeless as its ever been seen for a final confrontation between two series standbys (and a totally fine Ezra arc about family and fate). Zero Hour gives us Thrawn at the height of victory and vulnerability. The stage is set for the final season... which we'll be bringing to you over the next two months in four episode chunks, so that we're ready to leap headfirst into Andor Season 2 when it debuts in late April! Support the show by going to Patreon.com/civilized! Next Time: Rebels 60 - 63 (Heroes of Mandalore, In the Name of the Rebellion - The start of Rebels Season 4) Show Notes The Keep - Molasar Spy Kids vs Magna Men Hosted by Rob Zacny (@RobZacny) Featuring Alicia Acampora (@ali_west), Austin Walker (@austin_walker), and Natalie Watson (@nataliewatson) Produced by Ricardo Contreras (@a_cado_appears) Music by Jack de Quidt (@notquitereal) Cover art by Xeecee (@xeeceevevo)
In this episode of Dark Side Divas we discuss the Star Wars Rebels episode "Through Imperial Eyes" (s3e17). Agent Kallus is in danger of being discovered as a spy, so The Ghost Crew decides to pull of a heist. Meanwhile we see Thrawn exersize, and.um...we spend some time discussing that. What do Stef and Chris think of the episode? Listen and find out!
Here we are with our final episode of the Thrawn trilogy! Secrets: revealed! Clones: showing up! Devious plans: thwarted!! Support the show by going to Patreon.com/civilized! Next Time: We FINALLY return to Rebels! And a heads up next for patreons--we'll be skipping Q&A this month for holidays! But next month we'll do a Q&A AND an episode on Skeleton Crew! Send your questions about Thrawn on over to amorecivilizedage at gmail dot com :) Follow us on Bluesky Hosted by Rob Zacny (@RobZacny) Featuring Alicia Acampora (@ali_west), Austin Walker (@austin_walker), and Natalie Watson (@nataliewatson) Produced by Ricardo Contreras (@a_cado_appears) Music by Jack de Quidt (@notquitereal) Cover art by Xeecee (@xeeceevevo)
This week, we crack the spine on the final book of Timothy Zahn's franchise-extending Thrawn trilogy, and wow, what a doozy it is. The Dark Force is no longer Rising, it's risen, and that means the pedal is down and the plot is going full speed. Talon Karrde is meeting with smugglers. Luke bounces all across the galaxy. Lando's walking city is in ruins. Han and Leia's kids are here, and they have visitors, invited and otherwise? And Mara Jade? Well, she's wide awake and getting ready to do the things she does best: Pout and kill people. Support the show by going to Patreon.com/civilized! Next Time: The Last Command Ch. 11-18 Follow us on Bluesky Hosted by Rob Zacny (@RobZacny) Featuring Alicia Acampora (@ali_west), Austin Walker (@austin_walker), and Natalie Watson (@nataliewatson) Produced by Ricardo Contreras (@a_cado_appears) Music by Jack de Quidt (@notquitereal) Cover art by Xeecee (@xeeceevevo)