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ANDOR is over, but the conversation about this show's impact and resonance has just begun. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski continue our conversation from last month, sharing our thoughts on this incredible show. Our main discussion considers Tony Gilroy's comments from the final ANDOR: Declassified Episode, in which he states “The five women at the end of the show are what the show is about. It's the victory, it's the pain, it's the life that these five women had that gives the show it's dramatic punch at the end.” Who are these women and how are they impactful in the show? LISTEN TO LAST MONTH'S DISCUSSION OF ANDOR SEASON 2'S FIRST HALF HERE Related Andor Season 2 review Skywalking Through Neverland ANDOR Finale Breakdown with Christopher Sean Who's the Bossk with Skywalking Through Neverland on ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 7 – 9 Hyperspace Theories: One Year Later discussing ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 1 – 3 Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Beginning immediately on the heels of Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025, the second season of the Disney+ streaming series Andor, now carrying the same A Star Wars Story subtitle as Rogue One, kicked off its four-week run with its first trio of episodes. The premiere and its title, "One Year Later," sets the framework for Season Two: as each "a movie a week" batch of three episodes brings us a year closer to Rogue One, several interweaving plots advance the characters arcs of Andor's expansive cast. On this episode of Hyperspace Theories podcast, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester analyze the first story arc of Season Two by breaking down how each of the four subplots reveals more of the world-building and characterization that drive the story forward. We begin with Cassian Andor examining how his character has evolved since the events of Season One and the lessons he learns in his mission-gone-awry from a Sienar facility to the Yavin IV jungle to his fateful return to his Ferrix friends. The other major plotline features Mon Mothma and the ostentatious wedding for her daughter on Chandrila, which brings with it considerable interpersonal drama for the family and for the still-perilous groundwork for the burgeoning Rebellion. On Mina Rau, the Ferrix expatriates confront the iron grip of the Empire through the lens of unexpectedly timely themes of refugees, undocumented residents, and the risks of exploitation and oppression they face. Similar themes appear in the final subplot, the Imperial characters who shift from hunting rebels to plotting far greater atrocities on Ghorman, all the while planning to use propaganda and manipulation to conceal the truth. Along the way, we also discuss the color palette used in the costume design for these episodes. Deliberately recurring hues cutting across the storylines indicate important thematic parallels in more subtle visual ways – and also, perhaps, hint toward events to come in future episode arcs.

Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski kick off the latest episode discussing some of our favorite things from the first 6 episodes of ANDOR, out now on Disney+. We explore the costume and production design, which really add to the characterizations. Mothers are another topic we've pondered over the years; it's nice to see mothers of all kinds in the show. Plus, there are our Twin Flames, Dedra and Syril. We have thoughts... Our main discussion dives into our experiences with Star Wars Celebration Japan, plus some insight into Tokyo Disney from Tricia's perspective. Related Andor Season 2 review Skywalking Through Neverland ANDOR S2, Ep 1 -3, Dinner Party from Hell Skywalking Through Neverland Celebration Japan Highlights with BJ Priester Hyperspace Theories: Live at Star Wars Celebration Japan Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

On the latest episode of Hyperspace Theories podcast, hosts Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester report from Star Wars Celebration Japan on the latest news and happenings. Highlights from key panels - The Mandalorian and Grogu, Andor Season 2, Ahsoka, Star Wars Animation 25th Anniversary - are discussed. Let's celebrate Star Wars!

Season of the Force is upon us. Sarah Woloski, Tricia Barr and special guest BJ Priester share insights into Disneyland's seasonal overlay that includes special merchandise, food, drinks, and a fancy projection show in Galaxy's Edge. We offer tips and tricks to make the most of the Season of the Force and speak to Matt Martin from Lucasfilm and Mike Serna from Disney Live Events. Check out our social media reactions on opening day, March 28th. Be sure to check out our reactions to the Andor trailer here. Related Season of the Force Food and Beverage recommendations A look at Ashley Eckstein's Season of the Force apparel line Season of the Force at Disneyland Skywalking Through Neverland Ep 509: Season of the Force Skywalking Through Neverland Behind the Scenes Interviews for Season of the Force Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Who is ready for Andor? We are! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski kick off the latest episode discussing recent interviews with Andor showrunner Tony Gilroy. Our main discussion dives into Disney's live action Snow White and the surprising ways its themes align with the Original Trilogy. We see many of the same choices made by Snow White that play out for Luke Skywalker from A New Hope to Return of the Jedi. Season of the Force is upon us. Check out our social media reactions on opening day, March 28th! Be sure to check out our reactions to the Skeleton Crew finale here. Check out our Skeleton Crew review here! Related Tony Gilroy discuses Andor Season 1 on Star Wars Youtube. Tony Gilroy interview with Collider. Season of the Force at Disneyland Andor Trailer Hyperspace Theories Kathleen Kennedy retirement news breakdown Skywalking Through Neverland Hairstyles of the Mandoverse Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

On this episode of Hyperspace Theories podcast, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester detour from our usual focus on fictional storytelling to discuss an instance of real-world events and surrounding narratives in the form of journalistic coverage of the upcoming retirement of Kathleen Kennedy from her current role as president of Lucasfilm. On February 24, 2025, experienced Hollywood journalist Matt Belloni at Puck reported that “Kathleen Kennedy has informed Disney, as well as friends and associates, that she will exit as Lucasfilm president by the end of the year, per three sources.” Two of the three longstanding Hollywood trades, The Hollywood Reporter and Variety, quickly corroborated the reported, followed soon after by articles considering potential replacements as Lucasfilm's leader. Then, on February 27, the other major trade, Deadline, ran an extended written interview with Kennedy. Although framed as a debunking of Belloni's reporting, its substance actually verified the fundamental accuracy of his information while presenting a narrative of Kennedy's aspirations to remain an important participant in Star Wars movies after her successors takes over. In addition to closely examining the wording of the reporting and the interview for their accurately interpreted meaning, we also consider the implications of these revelations for the future of Lucasfilm and cinematic storytelling in the Star Wars franchise in the years ahead. Media Articles: Matt Belloni, Kathleen Kennedy to Step Down at Lucasfilm (Puck; Feb. 24, 2025) Matt Belloni, What I'm Hearing: Oscars Politics, Zaz's Split Motive & More Kathy Kennedy (Puck; Feb. 28, 2025) Aaron Couch, Lucasfilm Boss Kathleen Kennedy Expected to Retire This Year (The Hollywood Reporter; Feb. 24, 2025) Rebecca Rubin & Brett Lang, ‘Star Wars' Boss Kathleen Kennedy Planning to Exit Lucasfilm at the End of 2025 (Variety; Feb. 25, 2025) Borys Kit & James Hibberd, Disney's ‘Star Wars' Succession Problem: Who Will Replace Kathleen Kennedy? (The Hollywood Reporter; Feb. 25, 2025) Brett Lang & Rebecca Rubin, Who Will Run ‘Star Wars' After Kathleen Kennedy Leaves? One of Hollywood's Hottest — and Hardest — Jobs Opens Up (Variety; Feb. 25, 2025) Mike Fleming Jr., Kathleen Kennedy Speaks On Her Lucasfilm Plans — She Is Not Soon Retiring — & The Films That Will Keep Her In ‘Star Wars' Orbit For Years To Come (Deadline; Feb. 27, 2025) Related Links: Ten Years of Hyperspace Theories (Oct. 2024) Dave Filoni Talks Writing AHSOKA and Guiding the Future of Star Wars Storytelling (June 2024) Hyperspace Theories: Starting 2024 with the Future of Star Wars (Jan. 2024) Now Filoni is the Master (Nov. 2023)

Ahoy, mateys! Pirates, pirate ships, and a search for lost treasure have returned to Star Wars – and so has the familiar story structure, complete with a boring home planet (A New Hope) and ten-year-old (The Phantom Menace) protagonists flung into a very unexpected adventure in the wider galaxy. On this episode of Hyperspace Theories, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester examine the first four episodes of Skeleton Crew to unpack the story structure, character arcs, and themes unfolding in the first half of the new Disney+ streaming series. Although the story structure of Skeleton Crew draws from the monomyth that undergirds much of Star Wars, the series also draws inspiration from other 1980s films that followed a similar pattern with younger protagonists, including The Goonies and E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial. Initially the schoolchildren simply want to get back home right away, but soon find themselves jumping repeatedly through hyperspace from one destination to the next. The four kid leads – Wim, Fern, Neel, and KB – have clearly drawn personalities and motivations, seemingly inspired by the varying common experiences of Gen-X youths in the '80s, such as the latchkey kid fending for himself, the academically demanding mother, single-parent families and two-parent households, and only children or larger families. Their adult ally and guide, Jod Na Nawood (if that is even his real name …), presents his own puzzle of goals and dreams as he helps the kids chart their journey back to At Attin, while further reinforcing connections with more piratical source material like Treasure Island. We also discuss the world-building developed in Skeleton Crew through four episodes. Much remains mysterious about At Attin, the Jewels of the Old Republic, the Great Work and the Supervisor, and the connection between the children's homeworld and SM-33's long-buried pirate ship and long-lost captain. Drawing upon the pirate fiction and real-world pirate history, we speculate about how these questions might be answered in the latter half of the series. Related Links: Fangirls Going Rogue: SKELETON CREW Showrunner Interview Fangirls Going Rogue Interviews Cast of SKELETON CREW Fangirls Going Rogue: SKELETON CREW Mysteries!

Disney+'s Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is out now! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski dive into the first three episodes. Who do we relate to out of the four kids: Wim, Fern, Neel, and KB? Can Jod be trusted? What exactly is going on in At Attin? From pirate lore to Star Wars Legends lore, there are a lot of Easter Eggs in this show, and yet the kids out of time allow a fresh lens into the current state of affairs in the galaxy far, far away. And of course, we round out the discussion talking about some musical cues. Is that the Force theme we heard? Be sure to check out our Coven of Chaos episode from last month! Check out our Skeleton Crew review here! Related Be sure to check out our interview with the Skeleton Crew Showrunners. The Skeleton Crew cast gave on our favorite group interviews ever! Our Zoom chats for Skeleton Crew are back on. Check our social media for dates and times. Hyperspace Theories: Agatha All Along: The Evolution of Myth Hyperspace Theories: Wicked Rises to the Moment Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Continuing our recent witchy trend on Hyperspace Theories alongside our discussion of Agatha All Along, this episode discusses the movie Wicked: Part I, which broke box office records in its first week of release. Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester begin with a common focus of the podcast: the storytelling structure of the movie, and how it compares and contrasts with the Broadway musical that the films adapts. Director Jon M. Chu maximizes the opportunity of the movie medium to broaden the visual storytelling for the characters, themes, and world-building beyond what is possible on a Broadway stage, while leaving the plot and iconic musical numbers in place. Yet the movie adaptation of Wicked doesn't hesitate to make changes to take advantage of the movie medium, either, such as using close-ups on faces to enable emotional performances and greater vocal dynamic range that wouldn't work on stage. We then examine the character arcs of the two leading ladies of Wicked, Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande), particularly their motivations and wants within the story and the contrasting impulses of selflessness and selfishness. In Wicked, these character arcs are inseparable from the broader themes of the story, including oppression, resistance, and historical and political allegory. We consider how those themes have roots not only in the 2003 Wicked musical, but also Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, which initiated the storytelling twist on the classic American mythic tale presented in the iconic and beloved The Wizard of Oz (1939) movie and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900) novel by L. Frank Baum.

In this podcast episode, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester consider the recently released MCU Disney+ series Agatha All Along from the perspective of long-running themes at FANgirl Blog and Hyperspace Theories: the influence of myth and heroic journeys on contemporary storytelling and how contemporary storytelling is evolving those ideas, especially in stories told by women and other creators from diverse and marginalized backgrounds. The story structure of Agatha All Along itself is built around the idea of an evolving myth, the “Ballad of the Witches' Road” song, which appears in multiple iterations over the course of the series. We then discuss the character arcs of Agatha Harkness and Billy Maximoff through the frame of the Maiden Mother Crone triptych that is central to the series, and to longstanding lore about witches and other female archetypes. We also examine how Agatha All Along draws upon familiar elements of storytelling frameworks like the Hero's Journey and Heroine's Journey while also breaking from tropes and expectations in telling the tale of a centuries-old witch and a twenty-first century American teenager.   Related Links: ‘Agatha All Along' Boss Jac Schaeffer Talks Episode Four's Reveal and Mephisto: “That Is Larger Than Me and This Show” (The Hollywood Reporter; Oct. 7, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Showrunner Teases ‘Lots More' Coming for Agatha and Rio – and Whether We Should Trust That Reveal About Teen (The Wrap; Oct. 7, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Showrunner Unpacks Episode 5: Wiccan, Agatha's Mom and the Shorter Runtime (The Wrap; Oct. 14, 2024) Billy Maximoff Returns: Joe Locke and ‘Agatha All Along' Creator on Hiding His Identity, ‘Wacky' Fan Theories and Bringing Back [SPOILER] From ‘WandaVision' (Variety; Oct. 18, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Showrunner Talks Billy's Backstory, Evan Peters' MCU Return & What's To Come On The Witches Road (Deadline; Oct. 18, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Showrunner Talks Episode 6: Billy's Backstory, Agatha's Secret and That Cameo (The Wrap; Oct. 18, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Creator on Directing Patti LuPone's Mind-Bending Episode, Revealing [SPOILER]'s True Identity and Who Is Really Dead (Variety; Oct. 25, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Showrunner Unpacks Lilia's Trial, Rio's Reveal And More Ahead Of Final Two Episodes (Deadline; Oct. 25, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Showrunner Unpacks Time-Tripping Episode 7: Patti LuPone on Wires, Wanda and That Death Reveal (The Wrap; Oct. 25, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Showrunner Jac Schaeffer On Sticking The Landing With Final Episodes & What's To Come For Billy (Deadline; Nov. 1, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Creator Explains Shocking Finale Twists, Agatha and Rio's Backstory, Nicholas Scratch's Father and Why There's No Post-Credits Scene (Variety; Nov. 1, 2024) Agatha All Along creator clarifies the Tommy moment and where the Road goes from here (EW; Nov. 1, 2024) After That Shocking ‘Agatha All Along' Finale Twist, Sasheer Zamata Discusses Jen's Reaction and Her Potential MCU Future (Collider; Nov. 1, 2024) Agatha's Fate Was Decided From the Beginning in ‘Agatha All Along' (Collider; Nov. 1, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along's Showrunner Breaks Down the Finale's Reveals and Twists (Collider; Nov. 1, 2024) Agatha Is Not “The Hero of Her Own Story,” Says Creator (Collider; Nov. 2, 2024) ‘Agatha All Along' Boss Jac Schaeffer on Forgoing Wanda in Finale: “It Didn't Feel Fair to Agatha” (The Hollywood Reporter; Nov. 4, 2024) “I will die on that hill”: Jac Schaeffer Will Never Accept One ‘Agatha All Along' Criticism Even After Revelation That Billy Maximoff Opened the Road (FandomWire; Nov. 6, 2024)

Disney+'s Agatha All Along has ended. In honor of this amazing show, we've convened a Coven of Chaos to discuss the show's impact. After introducing our guests Bryn MacKinnon and Debra Lang, hosts Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr kick off the show with our impressions of the Skeleton Crew‘s trailer. No one seemed to mind the Huttesse version of “Major Tom.” Skeleton Crew premieres with two episodes on Disney+ December 3. Once the coven determined which witch they were should we ever travel the Witches' Road, we shared our favorite episodes from Agatha All Along and discussed the titular character's journey as a Mother on her way to becoming a Crone. Everyone agreed that there was magick in the creation of the show, from the passion for the costume design to the intricate weaving of the script and direction. Showrunner Jac Schaefer's interview with THR offered great insight into the storytelling process where reveals are nested one inside the other. Sarah dove into the craft in making the Ballad of the Witches' Road, dovetailing off our discussion in our previous episode focusing on Lorna Wu's version as compared to the version featured in Episode 2 “Circle Sewn With Fate/Unlock Thy Hidden Gate.” Our Zoom chats will reconvene once Skeleton Crew premieres so check back here for dates and times. Related Jac Schaefer breaks down the Agatha All Along finale with THR Agatha All Along Explained (Deadline) Fangirls Going Rogue discusses the Ballad of the Witches' Road versions Episode 2 and Episode 4 Hyperspace Theories: The State of Star Wars (FANgirl Blog) Skywalking Through Neverland Witches lore episode Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

It's been ten years since FANgirl Blog launched the Hyperspace Theories podcast. On the latest episode, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester look back on the podcast's evolution from its origin in discussing how to speculate wisely on upcoming Star Wars stories to a broader consideration of storytelling, character arcs and the Hero's Journey, and franchise management. We reminisce about our favorite episodes of the podcast over the years. After looking back, we turn to the present and future of the franchise through the lens of two recent articles in major Hollywood trade publications. James Hibberd's lengthy essay in The Hollywood Reporter asks “Is Disney Bad at Star Wars?” offers a fair assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the past decade of the franchise, ultimately concluding that it's not bad but it could do better. The timing of the article's publication also is notable for two reasons. First, although it studiously avoids placing blame on particular named individuals, it renders an unusually critical perspective on Star Wars after years of the trades avoiding doing so. Second, it follows an unannounced but publicly visible change to Lucasfilm's leadership structure: the elevation of Lynwen Brennan from Executive Vice President to President, a change with significance beyond simply a promotion in her title. We consider the implications of these developments for what further changes can be expected at Lucasfilm. We then discuss Adam B. Vary's article “Toxic Fandom: How Hollywood Is Battling Fans Who Are ‘Just Out for Blood' — From Social Media Boot Camps to Superfan Focus Groups,” which was published in Variety on the same day. Among other franchises mentioned in the article, Star Wars has a mixed record in this area, too. Vary's article wisely distinguishes between criticism (or praise) of a work by fans based on the substance of the story on the one hand, and abusive behavior driven by agendas (and monetization) unrelated to the merits of quality or stewardship – although the article also makes clear that studios and their executives may not consistently pay attention to this distinction. We conclude by looking ahead to some of the topics for discussion on future episodes of Hyperspace Theories, including The Bad Batch Season Three, Agatha All Along, the Wicked movie, Skeleton Crew, and more.   Related Links: Is Disney Bad at Star Wars? An Analysis (The Hollywood Reporter; Oct. 3, 2024) Toxic Fandom: How Hollywood Is Battling Fans Who Are ‘Just Out for Blood' — From Social Media Boot Camps to Superfan Focus Groups (Variety; Oct. 3, 2024)

Has it been 10 years since Star Wars Rebels premiered on Disney+? Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski explore the many ways the hit animated show has left its mark on the franchise: from Star Tours to live action Ahsoka. Similarly, Agatha All Along has the potential to leave a lasting impression on Marvel's storytelling universe. We compare similarities between Rebels‘ showrunner Dave Filoni and Agatha‘s showrunner Jac Schaeffer. Plus Sarah breaks down the first two versions of “The Ballad of the Witches Road”: the Sacred Chant version and Cover version. From the news, we discuss Ewan McGregor's Kenobi season 2 hopes and THR's article “Is Disney Bad at Star Wars?” Our next Zoom chat will come after Episode 6. Click here for the link and stay tuned to socials for the date and time. Related ‘Agatha All Along' Boss Jac Schaeffer Talks Episode Four's Reveal and Mephisto: “That Is Larger Than Me and This Show” (THR) Dave Filoni interview (Fangirls Going Rogue) In ‘Agatha All Along,' ‘Ballad of the Witches' Road' goes from sacred chant to ‘70s rock hit (LA Times) Star Wars' Ewan McGregor Says Disney Is ‘Exploring' Ideas for Obi-Wan Kenobi Season 2 (IGN) Is Disney Bad at Star Wars? An Analysis (THR) Star Wars Celebration Japan badge art revealed (StarWars.com) Vanessa Marshall interview (Fangirls Going Rogue) Tiya Sircar interview (Fangirls Going Rogue) Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

The Marvel Cinematic Universe accomplished an unprecedented track record of box office earnings, followed by an uneven phase that included a few box office miscues and a mixed reactions to its span of Disney+ streaming series. In this episode of Hyperspace Theories, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester discuss two MCU series that had lower profiles in fan attention and viewership, but much to consider in what they got right in their storytelling: the binge-dropped live-action series Echo and the animated series What If? released weekly in its second season. Most significantly, both series featured stories with female leads that drew heavily upon elements of Heroine's Journey stories rather than repeating the long-familiar tropes of male-centered superhero tales. More than a decade ago, prior to the release of the first film in The Hunger Games series, producer Nina Jacobson highlighted a core aspect of the story of Katniss Everdeen: that she is a nurturing heroine rather than a conquering hero. In a similar vein, Captain Carter and Kahhori are heroes motivated by protection rather than power, and Hela and Gamora shift from conquering to nurturing motivations. In Echo, Maya begins the story seeking revenge and power, and ends it dedicated to protecting her family and community. Similarly, the Campbellian Hero's Journey traditionally focuses on a solo hero (who may have some allies), while contemporary Heroine's Journey stories portray her as the center of a team, rejecting savior tropes in favor of collective action and shared success. Captain Carter leads teams of supers in both seasons of What If? and Maya's story progresses from a solo vengeful quest spawned by men who kept her isolated from her family into a finale in which she prevails with a team of allies who help her restore bonds of family. We also note similar themes with Omega and her brothers in Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Outside the parameters of the stories themselves, What If? and Echo also provide lessons for Star Wars and other franchises. For one, they reinforce the importance of who creates or writes the story. What If? and The Bad Batch were led by women showrunners, while Echo had two women as head writers, other women on the writing staff, and five episodes directed by women, including four by Sydney Freeland, a Navajo filmmaker. Their perspectives bring a voice and authenticity that comes through in the storytelling. In addition, both series also serve as a reminder that lore and source material only go so far: telling the best story is what matters. The alternate-universe multiverse of What If? demonstrates clearly how departing from the MCU's “Sacred Timeline” can generate compelling and impactful stories that would be impossible within a single continuity – even going so far as to create a new character, Kahhori, who had not existed anywhere in the thousands of pages across decades of Marvel Comics. And although Maya Lopez originated in the comics, the Echo heroine we watch in Echo is changed in significant ways from that version of the character, reframing her characterization to increase the importance of her matrilineal ancestors and her powers to a more protective and defensive rather than combative emphasis – making her far more interesting as a comparison and contrast to the prior heroes in the MCU. Related Links Journey of a Strong Female Heroine: Katniss Everdeen (March 2012) Team Katniss: Collaborative Success in The Hunger Games (March 2012) Contact Information: Hyperspace Theories: Twitter @HyperspacePod Tricia Barr: Twitter @FANgirlcantina; email Tricia@fangirlblog.com B.J. Priester: Twitter @RedPenofLex; email Lex@fangirlblog.

Since our last episode San Diego Comic-Con and D23 Expo have made their mark on 2024. Sarah Woloski attended both, and she and Tricia Barr dive into the news we are most excited about! Hear about what we could expect from Agatha All Along, arriving September 18th to Disney+. We also explore the upcoming Star Wars offerings: Skeleton Crew (Dec 3), Andor Season 2 (2025), and The Mandalorian and Grogu (May 2026). They also talk about some of their favorite upcoming movies and Broadway shows announced at the Disney Entertainment panel: Zootopia 2, Frozen 3, Moana 2, The Greatest Showman, and Hercules. Tricia and Sarah share their unique perspective, as locals near Walt Disney World and Disneyland respectively, on the Disney Parks panel announcements. We would be remiss is we didn't talk about the Disney Legends Ceremoney, which honored Harrison Ford, Frank Oz, and John Williams among others. We wrap the show with a brief closing discussion on The Acolyte and some insights on Young Jedi Adventures out now Stay tuned for our next Zoom Chat as Agatha All Along kicks off next month! If you missed it, catch up on our discussion of the conclusion of The Bad Batch from last month. Related Dee Bradley Baker on Young Jedi Adventures Hyperspace Theories: The Acolyte and Brand Management Disney Parks Expansions Agatha All Along Sees The MCU Villain Gather Her Own Group Of ‘Covenless Witches' – Exclusive Image (Empire Magazine) The Greatest Showman intro at D23 from Sarah's IG SDCC Michael Giacchino's Superhero Music Panel Skywalking Through Neverland SDCC Playlist Skywalking Through Neverland D23 Expo Playlist Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

On this episode of Hyperspace Theories, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester examine the Disney+ live-action series Star Wars: The Acolyte through the lens of recent Lucasfilm's brand management struggles, especially with the Star Wars franchise. We begin with the strengths of The Acolyte that we want to praise, including the fight choreography, the performances of the cast, and the diversity, inclusion, and representation the series demonstrates both in front of and behind the camera. When it comes to The Acolyte‘s weaknesses, the problem of brand management is the central dynamic. We consider how The Acolyte portrays the character arcs of Osha and Mae and their relation to the dark side of the Force in a manner that is dissonant with the overall themes of the franchise and George Lucas' films in particular. Similarly, The Acolyte portrays Jedi characters, and the Jedi Order as an institution, in a way that does not align with the brand's longstanding messages. We also discuss other brand management issues, including Lucasfilm once again struggling with the marketing and setting audience expectations and with balancing the creative freedom of individual storytellers with the need to restore and maintain audience trust in the franchise. Contact Information: Hyperspace Theories: Twitter @HyperspacePod Tricia Barr: Twitter @FANgirlcantina; email Tricia@fangirlblog.com B.J. Priester: Twitter @RedPenofLex; email Lex@fangirlblog.

The Acolyte has arrived as live-action Star Wars ventures into the High Republic era. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski talk about the characters, mysteries and plot developments, and themes from the first six episodes of The Acolyte. Hear our thoughts on Osha and Mae, Sol and Qimir, Yord and Jecki, and the Jedi and their (Sith?) adversaries in the series so far.  With The Acolyte's finale arriving soon on July 16th, we'll have more to discuss on Fangirls Going Rogue and in our Zoom chats.  BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR PRIORITY TRANSMISSION WITH THE LESLYE HEADLAND ROUNDTABLE ON THE ACOLYTE. If you missed it, catch up on our discussion of the conclusion of The Bad Batch from last month. Related The Acolyte showrunner Leslye Headland fan roundtable discussion Manny Jacinto interview with EW ScreenRant notes connections between The Acolyte and Tricia Barr's The Dark Side book Agatha All Along Sees The MCU Villain Gather Her Own Group Of ‘Covenless Witches' – Exclusive Image (Empire Magazine) Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Happy summertime! The Bad Batch has ended. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski talk about the effectiveness of the ending, the character arcs, and our favorite episodes from the season. It wouldn't be a Fangirls Going Rogue discussion without looking at some of the music: in this case the closing credits. This episode is for anyone who loved this series. With The Acolyte's premiere closing on June 4th we share our social media reactions. You can check out our roundtable interview with showrunner Leslye Headland here. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR SEASON OF THE FORCE PRIORITY TRANSMISSION FOR ALL THE EXCITING NEWS FROM DISNEYLAND AND BATUU WEST. DON'T MISS OUR TALES OF THE EMPIRE DISCUSSION FROM LAST MONTH! Related Kiner Music Tweet about the finale music The Bad Batch Closing Track “I Am Ready” Tricia on Who's the Bossk podcast talking Tales of the Empire Houston Comic-Palooza recap on Skywalking Through Neverland Popcorn Bucket Design discussion on Skywalking Through Neverland Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Who's the Bossk? - Episode 192: Tales of the Empire with Tricia Barr Date: May 10th, 2024 (recorded May 9th) Listen Topics Returning guest Tricia Barr from FANgirl Blog and Fangirls Going Rogue joins "Who's the Bossk?" host Mike Celestino for a discussion of Lucasfilm's new series of animated shorts Star Wars: Tales of the Empire, which was released on May the 4th via Disney+. Plus this week's Star Wars headlines and more! Subscribe iTunes Google Spotify

Who's the Bossk? – Episode 192: Tales of the Empire with Tricia Barr Date: May 10th, 2024 (recorded May 9th) Listen Topics Returning guest Tricia Barr from FANgirl Blog and Fangirls Going Rogue joins “Who's the Bossk?” host Mike Celestino for a discussion of Lucasfilm's new series of animated shorts Star Wars: Tales of the […] The post Who's the Bossk? – Episode 192: Tales of the Empire with Tricia Barr appeared first on LaughingPlace.com.

Happy May the Fourth! TALES OF THE EMPIRE reconnects with original mythic themes of George Lucas's Star Wars. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski take a deep dive into the interconnectivity of Morgan Elsbeth and Barriss Offee's arcs as they spend time serving the Empire. Sarah highlights some musical moments and Tricia points out important character beats. As the saying goes, Star Wars should rhyme, and it happens a lot in these amazing animated episodes. Throughout the discussion we have sprinkled highlights from Star Wars Fansite Roundtables with Diana Lee Inosanta (Morgan Elsbeth) and Meredith Salenger (Bariss Offee). For the full interviews see the links below. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR SEASON OF THE FORCE PRIORITY TRANSMISSION FOR ALL THE EXCITING NEWS FROM DISNEYLAND AND BATUU WEST. Related Interview with Diana Lee Inosanto, the voice of Morgan Elsbeth Interview with Meredith Salenger, the voice of Barriss Offee Skywalking Through Neverland Season of the Force recap Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

In this Priority Transmission, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester (FanGIRL Blog) share details and facts about everything they experienced at Season of the Force opening day at Disneyland in Anaheim, CA. They talk about attractions like the new Star Tours: The Adventures Continue update and Hyperspace Mountain. NEW characters like Sabine and the BD-X droids are now roaming around Galaxy's Edge. B.J. and Tricia tried to eat and drink every new food item. Along with every new overlay at a Disney park, they have new merchandise!  Season of the Force runs through June 2, 2024 at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, CA. Check out our social for more on the special food and drink options plus tips about how to win at the scavenger hunt. Stay tuned for our adventures during Star Wars Nite on April 18th. Zoom chats continue Monday, March 25 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Related Skywalking Through Neverland Star Wars in Disney Parks Skywalking Through Neverland Season of the Force Breakdown

Before turning to the currently releasing third season of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, Hyperspace Theories podcast returns to the concluding episodes of Season Two. Having previously analyzed the first ten episodes, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester discuss episodes 11 through 16, starting with “Metamorphosis” and “The Outpost” and ending with Tech's (apparent) self-sacrifice by implementing the tragic “Plan 99” during the squad's fateful mission to Tarkin's base on Eriadu. On the theme of metamorphosis and transformation, we consider the introduction of Doctor Hemlock as the Batch's new primary antagonist, the significance of Crosshair's realization that the clones are expendable to the Empire, how the Batch's experience on Pabu provides a new perspective for their understanding of their place in a changing galaxy, and the increasing stakes for the Bad Batch and all of the clones as the threat posed by Hemlock becomes clearer. We also examine the visual symbolism throughout these episodes, particularly the significance of water and Crosshair's ice vulture, as well as the themes presented in the sometimes conflicting motivations of the Bad Batch, Rex and Echo, Saw Gerrera, and within the Empire itself. Related Links: Hyperspace Theories: The Separatists in The Bad Batch (Jan. 2023) Hyperspace Theories: Story Structure and Character Development in The Bad Batch Season Two (Feb. 2023) Hyperspace Theories: Facing Ordeals in The Bad Batch (Feb. 2023)

THE BAD BATCH HAS CHALLENGES WITHOUT TECH. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski dive into the storytelling and character beats of The Bad Batch Season 3's episodes 4 through 7. From Crosshair and Omega's reunion with Hunter and Wrecker to the Batch joining Rex's team on Teth a lot happens for each clone personally. Plus we ponder who is that Clone X operative who nearly drowns Crosshair, dive into the theme of atonement, and explore some really interesting musical moments in the score. Zoom chats continue Monday, March 25 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Related Our discussion of the three-part The Bad Batch Season 3 Premiere Skywalking Through Neverland Classic Marvel Star Wars Sarah's Birthday Skywalking Through Neverland Things We Want To Share Hyperspace Theories The Bad Batch Season 2 Closing Arc Discussion Our 10th Anniversary episode with Teresa Delgado THE COMPLETE ROUNDTABLE INTERVIEWS WITH THE BAD BATCH CREATIVES: DEE BRADLEY BAKER, MICHELLE ANG, JENNIFER CORBETT AND BRAD RAU. CHECK OUT OUR AHSOKA TANO SERIES FINALE DISCUSSION HERE and OUR LOOK AHEAD TO ASAJJ VENTRESS' RETURN IN THE BAD BATCH HERE. Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

THE BAD BATCH IS BACK! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski share highlights from their conversations with Dee Bradley Baker (Crosshair, Hunter, Wrecker), Michelle Ang (Omega), Jennifer Corbett (Head Writer) and Brad Rau (Supervising Director) as they breakdown the impactful character moments of the first three episodes. Sarah highlights some musical moments and Tricia points out nods back to The Clone Wars. The discussion ponders key moments from StarWars.com interviews with Dee Bradley Baker and Lucasfilm Vice President of Animation Production Athena Portillo. Zoom chats return Monday, February 26th at 8pm ET where we allow you to dive into The Bad Batch Season 3 premiere episodes. Related The Bad Batch Season 3 Trailer (via StarWars.com) Executive Producer Athena Portillo on her affinity for The Bad Batch's Tech (via StarWars.com) Dee Bradley Baker looks forward to the finale season of The Bad Batch Skywalking Through Neverland 450: Disneyland versus Universal Skywalking Through Neverland 451: Butch Patrick Hyperspace Theories: The Future of Star Wars Our 10th Anniversary episode with Teresa Delgado THE COMPLETE ROUNDTABLE INTERVIEWS WITH THE BAD BATCH CREATIVES: DEE BRADLEY BAKER, MICHELLE ANG, JENNIFER CORBETT AND BRAD RAU. CHECK OUT OUR AHSOKA TANO SERIES FINALE DISCUSSION HERE and OUR LOOK AHEAD TO ASAJJ VENTRESS' RETURN IN THE BAD BATCH HERE. Plus we talk about how we've Star Wars'ed recently. Let us know how you have too through email or our social media. Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Hyperspace Theories kicks off 2024 with a new episode analyzing recent developments that appear to chart a new course for the future of Star Wars. Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester begin with the November 2023 news, first revealed in a Vanity Fair article by longtime Star Wars and entertainment journalist Anthony Breznican, that Dave Filoni has been promoted to the position of Chief Creative Officer at Lucasfilm. We discuss what a CCO role entails and how Filoni's position compares to other CCO roles within The Walt Disney Company overall. Filoni also now holds the title of Executive Vice President, a rank he shares with three women in Lucasfilm's leadership team, including his trusted producer Carrie Beck. We then discuss Lucasfilm's press release from January 9, 2024, announcing that the first new theatrical Star Wars project into production is not one of the three films mentioned by Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy at Star Wars Celebration Europe in April 2023, but rather The Mandalorian & Grogu directed by Jon Favreau. We examine the carefully worded press release and consider what it reveals about a fourth season of The Mandalorian and a second season of Ahsoka as Disney+ streaming series. We conclude with several implications from the upcoming Season Three of The Bad Batch animated series, particularly the surprise appearance of fan-favorite antagonist Asajj Ventress from The Clone Wars. Related Links: Now Filoni is the Master (Nov. 2023) Star Wars Undertakes Universe-Shaking Changes After Ahsoka (Vanity Fair; Nov. 2023) The Mandalorian & Grogu Journeys to the Big Screen (StarWars.com; Jan. 9, 2024) Lessons in Franchise Management – MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios (Jan. 14, 2024) Watch the Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3 Trailer (StarWars.com; Jan. 22, 2024)

THE BAD BATCH RETURNS FOR A FINAL SEASON! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski have thoughts on some surprise reveals in the trailer. Asajj Ventress lives; hold our lightsabers while we hug each other and cry. The show premieres on Disney+ February 21 with three new episodes and runs through May 1st. That's not the only news since our last episode of 2023: Dave Filoni was promoted to Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm, The Mandalorian and Grogu leads off the movie slate, and Ahsoka Season 2 is confirmed in development. We also celebrate the nominations and awards for Star Wars shows, cast, and crew. Related The Bad Batch Season 3 Trailer (via StarWars.com) The Mandalorian and Grogu movie announcement (via StarWars.com) Dave Filoni to be honored at Saturn Awards (via StarWars.com) Dave Filoni named Lucasfilm Chief Creative Officer (via Variety) Lessons in Franchise Management: Marvel and Star Wars (via FANgirl Blog) Episode 44 with Dave Filoni Female fans strike back on ‘male only franchise' nonsense (via NBC) Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy quote 8 years out of context (via Forbes) Skywalking Through Neverland Mike Matessino Interview Skywalking Through Neverland Discussion of Mickey Mouse in Public Domain Hyperspace Theories: Allegories of Mortis episode Our 10th Anniversary episode with Teresa Delgado DO THE QUIZ WITH US: WHAT PERCENT LEIA ARE YOU? CHECK OUT OUR AHSOKA TANO SERIES FINALE DISCUSSION HERE. Plus we talk about how we've Star Wars'ed recently. Let us know how you have too through email or our social media. Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

The epilogue montage of the recently concluded Ahsoka series on Disney+ included a surprising and exciting image: former Jedi turned antagonist Baylan Skoll standing amid colossal statues of the Father, Son, and (partially destroyed) Daughter of Mortis. These mysterious and powerful “Force Wielders” have a long connection to Ahsoka mastermind Dave Filoni: they interacted with Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka Tano, and Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Mortis trilogy (2011) in the third season of The Clone Wars animated series, for which Filoni served as supervising director under George Lucas, and then appeared as Jedi temple iconography in the penultimate duology (2018) of the Star Wars Rebels animated series, which was co-created and overseen by Filoni. As his segment of the montage ends, Baylan gazes upon a mountain range with a distant hovering light, a visual that closely resembles the Father's monastery on Mortis. While this brief glimpse only hints at possible implications for future stories involving Baylan, Ahsoka, and other characters from the Ahsoka series, the reappearance of Mortis imagery provides the perfect opportunity to delve further into a topic we've long wanted to talk about on Hyperspace Theories. In this episode, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester discuss the Mortis trilogy from The Clone Wars and the symbolic, thematic, and philosophical ideas about Star Wars that Lucas used these episodes to explore – and that Filoni drew upon in multiple ways during the Ahsoka series. Tricia elaborates how the Mortis trilogy as a whole, and the choices and fates of the Force Wielders in particular, serve as an allegory for the causes of the fall of the Jedi Order during the Prequel Trilogy. We also examine, at the character level, the ways in which the Mortis trilogy represents Anakin's fate – and Ahsoka's future.   Related Links: Metaphors of Mortis (Feb. 10, 2011) Hyperspace Theories: Masters, Apprentices, and Witches in AHSOKA Premiere (Aug. 26) Hyperspace Theories: Anakin and Ahsoka Reunite (Sort Of) in AHSOKA's Belly of the Whale (Oct. 8) Hyperspace Theories: AHSOKA Tackles the Jedi, the Force, and the Future of Star Wars (Oct. 16) Now Filoni is the Master (Nov. 24) Adam Driver Confirms The Rise of Skywalker Changed Kylo Ren's Character Arc (Dec. 14)

THE GANG IS BACK TOGETHER! In a special episode, Teresa Delgado joins Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski to reminisce on 10 years of Fangirls Going Rogue. We're not just going to walk down memory lane. Old interviews with Dave Filoni, Vanessa Marshall, Tiya Sircar, and more highlight some of the paths Star Wars storytelling has taken. In our first interview with Dave Filoni years ago, Filoni talks about being fascinated with Sabine Wren's Darksaber training. It seems like AHSOKA brings his favorite storyline full circle. That and more insights in this for retrospective. This is definitely a must-listen episode for Star Wars fans! Related Episode 8 with Vanessa Marshall Episode 15 Sarah's First Episode Episode 19 with Tiya Sircar Episode 23 with Anna Graves Episode 36 with Dave Filoni Topps Card discussion Episode 44 with Dave Filoni Episode 65 on Mental Health Episode 20.5 with Anne Convery Episode 21.9 Witchy Spooktacular CHECK OUT OUR AHSOKA TANO SERIES FINALE DISCUSSION HERE. Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

AHSOKA is over, but that won't be the end of the discussion for a show that leaves more questions than answers. Join Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr as they dig into the music from Episodes 6 through 8 as well as the character developments for Ahsoka and Sabine. It's Halloween season, so Morgan Elsbeth and the Great Mothers of the Witch Kingdom get a spot light as well. Related AHSOKA Episode Guides Murley Lofi AHSOKA Composer article on Yahoo

The Ahsoka series on Disney+ has reached its finale. On this episode of Hyperspace Theories, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester analyze the storytelling in Part Six “Far, Far Away,” Part Seven “Dreams and Madness,” and Part Eight “The Jedi, the Witch, and the Warlord” and consider what Ahsoka establishes for the future of Star Wars tales. We begin by examining the conclusions to the character arcs of Ahsoka Tano and Sabine Wren, and their relationship as master and apprentice. With Ezra Bridger reunited with his old friends, the series portrays three different perspectives on what it has meant and can mean to be a Jedi. On the other hand, Shin Hati parts ways with her master and starts the journey of finding her own path. In addition, we discuss the character arcs of other key players, including Baylan Skoll, Hera Syndulla, Morgan Elsbeth, and of course the series' nemesis, Grand Admiral Thrawn. The third act of Ahsoka also leans into the mythology of Star Wars, especially the deeper themes about the Force. Sabine may not be a naturally gifted wielder of the Force, but her years of training with Ahsoka and her willingness to open her mind to its possibilities ultimately manifest in her use of telekinetic energy. Despite his years in isolation from other Jedi, Ezra is confident with the Force as his ally, and their cooperation is part of what inspires Sabine to unlock her own potential. Even as a Master, Ahsoka has more to learn, and by the end of the final episode she has found her own serenity by supporting her apprentice and finding serenity in knowing that they are where they supposed to be. Which may have something to do with the conclusion of Baylan's quest: reaching giant statues of the Mortis overlords and gazing upon a distant light last seen in that mystical realm. While Thrawn's return to the main galaxy heralds political and military conflict to come, the tale of the Jedi and the Force on Peridea has much more to offer, as well. The Ahsoka series premiered and aired on Disney+ during the concurrent ongoing strikes against Disney and other major Hollywood studios by unions representing the writers (WGA) and actors (SAG-AFTRA) who are indispensable to their productions. Accordingly, neither Filoni nor any of the actors in Ahsoka could participate in promotional interviews or other marketing for the series (although they appear in material previously recorded, such as interviews at Star Wars Celebration in April, that is shared by Disney or entertainment journalists). Aside from its value in raising the visibility of the series to the prospective audience, such interviews with talent often provide fascinating insight into the storytelling process, characterization and motivations, and the themes and values underlying a series. We are disappointed that the studios have denied the talent the opportunity to participate in the excitement of the series launch, and the fans and audience the ability to share in their enthusiasm and learn from it, through their unwillingness to agree to reasonable terms relating to changing technology, shifts in production and distribution within the industry, and a fair sharing of billions of dollars in global profits with those who make those profits possible in the first place. Despite the ongoing strikes, the unions have not called for a boycott of the studios: they encourage fans and audience to watch newly released films and series (to demonstrate their value and profitability) and have clarified that non-promotional activities such as reviews, criticism, and analysis are not inconsistent with the terms of the strike. At FANgirl Blog and Hyperspace Theories, we intend to discuss Star Wars (and other projects from the struck studios) in solidarity with the unions and in conformity with their approved official guidance. Contact Information: Hyperspace Theories: Twitter @HyperspacePod Tricia Barr: Twitter @FANgirlcantina; email Tricia@fangirlblog.com B.J. Priester: Twitter @RedPenofLex; email Lex@fangirlblog.

Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester return for another episode of Hyperspace Theories discussing the Ahsoka Disney+ series, specifically the second act of the story: Part Three “Time to Fly,” Part Four “Fallen Jedi,” and Part Five “Shadow Warrior.” Often Star Wars is at its best when it advances not only the character arcs of its principals, but also the mythology of the franchise, The episodes of Ahsoka, and “Shadow Warrior” especially, mark a great success in that tradition. As we mentioned in our previous episode discussing the two-part premiere, Ahsoka has excelled at representation and inclusion, particularly compared to Star Wars' less than stellar historical track record. In late September, the Women's Committee of the Critic's Choice Association (CCA) announced that it would be honoring Ahsoka with the Seal of Female Empowerment in Entertainment (SOFEE), which “recognizes outstanding new films and television series that illuminate the female experience and perspective through authentically told female-driven stories.” The press release noted that Ahsoka had achieved “a perfect score in the numerical formula” which evaluates whether nominated projects “have a prominent female character arc, give female characters at least equal screen time to male characters, have female leaders behind the scenes, and pass elements highlighted in the Bechdel test.” Congratulations to Carrie Beck, Dave Filoni, and the other leaders behind Ahsoka for their contributions to making this kind of recognition possible for a Star Wars project. The second act of Ahsoka places the characterization focus on the titular character and the personal and spiritual journey she undertakes. “Time to Fly” and “Fallen Jedi” reveal the ways in which Ahsoka Tano, despite her age and experience, still faces the emotional legacy of her past and still struggles to follow herself the Jedi lessons she imparts to Sabine. In “Shadow Warrior” her near-death experience compels her to face her deepest traumas and fears – and to finally truly confront her feelings toward former Master, Anakin Skywalker, and his fate as Darth Vader, and what it means for Ahsoka to have been trained by him. After her rescue and return to land on Seatos, she has rediscovered her true self and made the transition, inspired by Tolkein's Gandalf, from Ahsoka the Gray to Ahsoka the White. In the Hero's Journey monomyth described by Joseph Campbell, a recurring topic on Hyperspace Theories, the Belly of the Whale marks a key metamorphosis from the hero's ordinary existence to their extraordinary adventure. For Ahsoka, her ascension to her Wizard's Journey requires such a transformation – and its culmination is indicated, literally, by her passage into the open mouth of a gigantic, ancient purgill. These episodes of Ahsoka also present interesting perspectives on the Force, and what it means to be a Jedi, through other characters including Sabine, Hera, Jacen Syndulla, Huyang, and Baylan Skoll. All of these ideas are juxtaposed against Ahsoka's concurrent personal journey, and all of them pay off in the third act of the series. Check back soon for our next episode of Hyperspace Theories analyzing those episodes in depth. Related Links: “AHSOKA” to receive the Seal of Female Empowerment in Entertainment (SOFEE) (Critic's Choice Association; Sep. 24, 2023) Contact Information: Hyperspace Theories: Twitter @HyperspacePod Tricia Barr: Twitter @FANgirlcantina; email Tricia@fangirlblog.com B.J. Priester: Twitter @RedPenofLex; email Lex@fangirlblog.com The Ahsoka series premiered and aired on Disney+ during the concurrent ongoing strikes against Disney and other major Hollywood studios by unions representing the writers (WGA) and actors (SAG-AFTRA) who are indispensable to their productions. Accordingly, neither Filoni nor any of the actors in Ahsoka could participate in promotional interviews or other marketing for the series (although they appear in material previously recorded, such as interviews at Star Wars Celebration in April, that is shared by Disney or entertainment journalists). Aside from its value in raising the visibility of the series to the prospective audience, such interviews with talent often provide fascinating insight into the storytelling process, characterization and motivations, and the themes and values underlying a series. We are disappointed that the studios have denied the talent the opportunity to participate in the excitement of the series launch, and the fans and audience the ability to share in their enthusiasm and learn from it, through their unwillingness to agree to reasonable terms relating to changing technology, shifts in production and distribution within the industry, and a fair sharing of billions of dollars in global profits with those who make those profits possible in the first place. Despite the ongoing strikes, the unions have not called for a boycott of the studios: they encourage fans and audience to watch newly released films and series (to demonstrate their value and profitability) and have clarified that non-promotional activities such as reviews, criticism, and analysis are not inconsistent with the terms of the strike. At FANgirl Blog and Hyperspace Theories, we intend to discuss Star Wars (and other projects from the struck studios) in solidarity with the unions and in conformity with their approved official guidance.

Ahsoka is reunited with her former master Anakin Skywalker in AHSOKA Episode 6. Is this in her head or has she gone to a world between worlds. Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr discuss this amazing episode “Shadow Warrior” plus look back at “Time to Fly” (Episode 3) and “Fallen Jedi” (Episode 4) in our listener comment section. Here's that Topps card released by Dave Filoni shortly after Star Wars Rebels “Twilight of the Apprentice.” Related

Who's the Bossk? - Episode 168: Shadow Warrior with Tricia Barr Date: September 14th, 2023 (recorded September 13th) Listen Topics Returning guest Tricia Barr from Fangirls Going Rogue joins "Who's the Bossk?" host Mike Celestino for a discussion of Star Wars: Ahsoka episode 5. Plus, this week's Star Wars headlines and more! Subscribe iTunes Google Spotify

Who's the Bossk? – Episode 168: Shadow Warrior with Tricia Barr Date: September 14th, 2023 (recorded September 13th) Listen Topics Returning guest Tricia Barr from Fangirls Going Rogue joins “Who's the Bossk?” host Mike Celestino for a discussion of Star Wars: Ahsoka episode 5. Plus, this week's Star Wars headlines and more! Subscribe iTunes Google […] The post Who's the Bossk? – Episode 168: Shadow Warrior with Tricia Barr appeared first on LaughingPlace.com.

The circle is now complete. Dave Filoni, longtime storytelling Padawan to George Lucas, has been Executive Creative Director for Star Wars for three years and played an instrumental role in the creation and progression of The Mandalorian streaming series. With Ahsoka, the latest live-action Disney+ series from Star Wars, Filoni not only leads the project in full – he wrote all eight episodes and directed the first (and fifth) – but also brings the erstwhile Jedi apprentice from key member of ensemble casts to titular character and central figure. Over the past fifteen years, from The Clone Wars to Star Wars Rebels to Mando and Grogu to Ahsoka, Filoni and Tano have traversed similar paths. In this episode of Hyperspace Theories, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester share our reactions, review, and analysis of the two-episode Ahsoka premiere, “Master and Apprentice” and “Toil and Trouble.” We begin with our praise for the representation and diversity in the cast of Ahsoka. After more than a decade at FANgirl Blog criticizing Star Wars for its often poor track record in that regard, it is thrilling to watch a series in which the “big three” lead protagonists are all women (Ahsoka, Sabine, and Hera) and two of the three antagonists (Morgan and Shin, with Baylan) are women, too. Ahsoka also features women of color in four of those six roles, as well as actors of color throughout the supporting cast. Turning to the storytelling, we discuss the parallels between Baylan and Shin, with their orange lightsabers and a familiar Padawan braid, and the tutelage relationships between Ahsoka and Sabine and, previously, Anakin and Ahsoka. We also examine how Filoni draws upon all aspects of Star Wars storytelling, including elements from the Original Trilogy, the Prequel Trilogy, and the Legends tales of the Expanded Universe, as well as more recent Star Wars productions. With Morgan Elsbeth confirming her connection to the Nightsisters, also known as the Witches of Dathomir – something we had speculated about after her initial appearance in The Mandalorian – we consider what Ahsoka may have to say about the Jedi, the Sith, individuals who are not-quite-Jedi or not-quite-Sith, and other ways Star Wars characters might perceive or wield the Force. This idea is especially interesting in light of Professor Huyang's emphasis to Sabine Wren that, while she may not be strong in the Force, she can still train in and follow the ways of the Jedi. We conclude with some brief speculations, informed by footage from the trailer and teasers that did not appear in the premiere episodes, on how the story might unfold in the remaining six. The Ahsoka series premiered on Disney+ during the concurrent ongoing strikes against Disney and other major Hollywood studios by unions representing the writers (WGA) and actors (SAG-AFTRA) who are indispensable to their productions. Accordingly, neither Filoni nor any of the actors in Ahsoka could participate in promotional interviews or other marketing for the series (although they appear in material previously recorded, such as interviews at Star Wars Celebration in April, that is shared by Disney or entertainment journalists). Aside from its value in raising the visibility of the series to the prospective audience, such interviews with talent often provide fascinating insight into the storytelling process, characterization and motivations, and the themes and values underlying a series. We are disappointed that the studios have denied the talent the opportunity to participate in the excitement of the series launch, and the fans and audience the ability to share in their enthusiasm and learn from it, through their unwillingness to agree to reasonable terms relating to changing technology, shifts in production and distribution within the industry, and a fair sharing of billions of dollars in global profits with those who make those profits possible in the first place. Despite the ongoing strikes, the unions have not called for a boycott of the studios: they encourage fans and audience to watch newly released films and series (to demonstrate their value and profitability) and have clarified that non-promotional activities such as reviews, criticism, and analysis are not inconsistent with the terms of the strike. At FANgirl Blog and Hyperspace Theories, we intend to discuss Star Wars (and other projects from the struck studios) in solidarity with the unions and in conformity with their approved official guidance.

It's been three years since the AHSOKA television show has been announced. After much anticipation, it has arrived. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski react to the premiere episodes “Master and Apprentice” and “Toil and Trouble.” If you haven't watch the episodes turn back now because this is a spoiler-filled discussion. Related Dave Filoni's Facebook post teasing artwork from AHSOKA in 2019 Our Star Trek X Star Wars Episode Celebration recap with tons of AHSOKA content Witches Hyperspace Theories AHSOKA Storytelling and Characterization Breakdown Skywalking Through Neverland Fan Screening Recap Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Over in our Facebook Page Bill Beechler challenged Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr to talk about Star Trek. As long-time fans of both Star Wars and Star Trek, we accepted. There has been a long relationship between the franchises; George Lucas went to Trek conventions and Gene Rodenberry helped celebrate Star Wars' 10 year anniversary. We explore the history between the two, discuss whether a rivalry truly exists, and the ways each has influenced the other. The episode includes ideas where to start for Star Wars fans who want to get into Star Trek and what lessons they could learn from the other. Not to be missed is our look at the first three episodes of Strange New Worlds Season 2, which is a great launching point for newbies. Ad astra! Related Fangirls Going Rogue You Talk We Listen episode with Maggie Nowakowska and Tish Wells Fangirls Going Rogue Episode 23.7 Ahsoka Lives. Starcruiser Dies. Skywalking Through Neverland Should You See Rogers The Musical Hyperspace Theories The Mandalorian Season 3 Discussion Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

On the latest episode of Hyperspace Theories, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester discuss Chapters 20 to 24 of The Mandalorian, the five episodes comprising the middle and end of Season Three. (In our previous episode we talked about Chapters 17 to 19, the trio that began the season.) Overall, the theme of our analysis is the inconsistencies that seem to pervade Season Three from start to finish. Despite that dynamic, we found much to enjoy and praise in Season Three. After the first three episodes focused on themes of identity, the remaining five episodes carried them forward on multiple levels. Bo-Katan's character arc reaches fulfillment in her alliance with the Armorer, reacquisition of the Darksaber, regaining leadership of her erstwhile fleet, and leading the reconquest of the planet Mandalore. The Darksaber is destroyed, but a new symbol of unity is found: Bo-Katan, fulfilling her declaration to Moff Gideon that “Mandalorians are stronger together” during their climactic showdown, joins the Armorer to reignite the Great Forge. The discordant factions have set aside their differences for a greater collective purpose. Grogu, too, has synthesized his Jedi training and Mandalorian family, breaking up a fight between Mandalorians, using the Force for defense in combat, and formalizing his adoption as Din Djarin's son (with the Armorer bestowing the name Din Grogu in recognition). In other ways, however, Season Three struggles with inconsistency in the plotlines and character arcs. Although Din nominally retains the role of titular character in The Mandalorian, he is given a passive role with no meaningful character development after Chapter 18. Perhaps this season would have been better titled as The Book of Bo-Katan to more accurately convey the story being told. Similarly, we evaluate inconsistencies in the portrayals of Bo-Katan and Grogu over these five episodes, as well as problems with the chronology of the series (both in-universe and through creator interviews), especially in conjunction with Chapters 5 and 6 of The Book of Boba Fett. From these dynamics within the story itself, we speculate about the creative process behind these episodes and wonder if key ideas were modified, eliminated, or significantly reworked during the development or production process following the conclusion of Season Two of The Mandalorian. Ultimately, while Season Three of The Mandalorian offered a good story and some fun episodes, it would have benefited from stronger writing and more consistency in the storytelling. With Andor demonstrating how skillful Star Wars series on Disney+ can be, The Mandalorian and related shows must do better to measure up. Related Links: Fangirls Going Rogue Episode 23.7: Best of Star Wars Celebration Europe Fangirls Going Rogue Priority Transmission #27: Star Wars Visions Volume 2 Press Conference Skywalking Through Neverland Episode 415: Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023 Recap Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023: Disney Parks (FANgirl Blog) Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023: Young Jedi Adventures (FANgirl Blog) Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023: The Bad Batch (FANgirl Blog) Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023: Star Wars Visions Volume 2 (FANgirl Blog) Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023: The Women of Ahsoka (FANgirl Blog)

Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023 is in the books. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski experienced from different perspectives, in-person and live stream, and bring you the best of both. Fangirls Going Rogue explore all the exciting reveals from panels on Ahsoka, The Clone Wars 15 Year Anniversary, Kenobi, Andor, The Mandalorian, The Acolyte, The Bad Batch, Young Jedi Adventures, and Star Wars Visions. From Thrawn and tons of Expanded Universe nods to the all the ways numerous perspectives and fresh voices have made it into upcoming Star Wars, the future is bright.   Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

The Mandalorian is back on Disney+ to kick off Season Three. On this episode of Hyperspace Theories, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester discuss the characterization and storytelling developments unfolding across Chapter 17 (“The Apostate”), Chapter 18 (“The Mines of Mandalore”), and Chapter 19 (“The Convert”). By the end of these three episodes, we've learned a lot more about our central characters, yet each of them still faces profound questions about how they will choose to define, and possibly reshape, their individual identities going forward. For this season, Katee Sackoff is credited as a co-lead with Pedro Pascal, and the prominent role of Bo-Katan in these episodes definitely warrants that billing. For Din Djarin, these episodes showcase his commitment to his understanding of the Mandalorian Creed. Despite other opportunities and obligations, he insists on fulfilling his quest to bathe in the Living Waters on Mandalore to redeem himself for having removed his helmet during the events of Season Two. He succeeds, and upon returning to the covert receives confirmation from the Armorer. What remains very much an open question, however, is what Din will do next. Bo-Katan Kryze, on the other hand, experiences a very different journey. She begins the season without a purpose: she has lost her fleet, the Darksaber, and any people or place to rule – and, it seems, she has long since lost her faith in the value of the Creed. Once she departs her castle to rescue Grogu's dad, she still talks to the foundling mostly about what she has lost, rather than what she still has to live (or fight) for. Even in the chamber with the Living Waters, she can barely hold back her derision when reading the ancient plaque. Then in s short span of time she sees the Mythosaur, loses her home to Imperial bombers, and is bestowed with her own redemption under the Armorer's interpretation of the Creed. Suddenly everything has changed. Yet, like Din, Bo-Katan faces many questions about what she will choose for her path forward. In addition to the lead characters, we also examine what these episodes show the audience about Grogu and his journey, as well as the Coruscant-based storyline with Doctor Pershing, Elia Kane, the New Republic's amnesty program, and the lingering shadow of the Empire. Contact Information: Hyperspace Theories: Twitter @HyperspacePod Tricia Barr: Twitter @FANgirlcantina; email Tricia@fangirlblog.com B.J. Priester: Twitter @RedPenofLex; email Lex@fangirlblog.com  

The Mandalorian season 3's second episode "The Mines of Mandalore" thrusts Bo-Katan into the spotlight. Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr giddily react, sharing thoughts on faith, music, and storytelling with a heavy focus on Bo-Katan and Din's relationship. We also draw on insights from an amazing roundtable with Bo-Katan Kryze herself - Katee Sackhoff. Listen as she talks about her acting process, Bo-Katan's emotions, and how Dave Filoni "lied...to her face!" WATCH KATEE SACKHOFF'S ROUNDTABLE: OUR MARVEL STAR WARS ZOOM DISCUSSIONS CONTINUE MARCH 6th AT 8PM ET/5PM PT Related Skywalking Through Neverland Youtube FANgirl Blog Hyperspace Theories podcast Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr celebrate the return of The Mandalorian. We share our experience at the World Premiere in Hollywood and reactions to the first episode. Plus we joined amazing roundtables with Executive Producers Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, and Rick Famuyiwa. There are some amazing insights. These are must listen interviews. OUR MARVEL STAR WARS ZOOM DISCUSSIONS CONTINUE MARCH 6th AT 8PM ET/5PM PT Be sure to check out our interview with The Bad Batch showrunners Brad Rau and Jenniifer Corbett and the voice of Omega Michelle Ang. Related Skywalking Through Neverland Youtube FANgirl Blog Hyperspace Theories podcast Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr celebrate Galentines Day Star Wars style. Back in our early fandom days there was Leia Organa and Mon Mothma and no Star Wars girl friendships. Things have changed for the better. We pick our fangirl squads and compare the many different female friendships now exist in the galaxy far, far away. We also take a chance to celebrate other female relationships in media from Disney's Descendants, Yellowjackets, Ms. Marvel, The Woman King, and Willow. There is an extended discussion about the marvelous Black women of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. OUR MARVEL STAR WARS ZOOM DISCUSSIONS CONTINUE WITH THE BAD BATCH FEBRUARY 20th AT 8PM ET/5PM PT Be sure to check out our interview with showrunners Brad Rau and Jenniifer Corbett and the voice of Omega Michelle Ang. Related Episode 22.17: The Women of ANDOR Adria Arjona interview Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Tales of the Jedi is a series of six short-form animated fables that visits crucial moments in the lives of two Jedi - Ahsoka Tano and Count Dooku - who both choose to leave the Jedi Order before Order 66. While all three of the Ahsoka stories were written by Lucasfilm key creative Dave Filoni, the middle Count Dooku animated short "Choices" was written by Charles Murray and his daughter Élan Murray. Charles also served as director. Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr talk to Charles Murray about the development of this story. In the process we discovered why he wanted to work on The Clone Wars and offer some insights into his work on the hit-series, for which he wrote the Ahsoka Leaves the Jedi order arc (Season 5) and the Martez sisters arc (Season 7). If you want to connect with Charles Murray on Twitter or Instagram. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR WOMEN OF ANDOR EPISODE! Did you miss our D23 Expo Marvel and Lucasfilm highlights episode last week? Check it out here. STAY TUNED FOR UPCOMING ANNOUNCEMENTS ABOUT FUTURE ZOOM CHATS. Related Tales of the Jedi panel from Celebration Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

After reading Tony Gilroy's interview on StarWars.com where he discusses "The Education of Cassian Andor" as a working title for ANDOR, Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski explore the many ways the women of the critically-acclaimed show inform the central character. At the end we include a non-spoiler review for Tales of the Jedi, which arrives on Disney+ October 26th. This is must watch for Star Wars fans. We discuss The Direct's article on ANDOR audience demand. The author of the original tweet on the audience demand has since revised his assessment. As his revision still shows ANDOR behind in audience demand, we have left our thoughts in this episode because we believe the show will only get more eyeballs going forward. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR ANDOR MEDIA DAY HIGHLIGHTS AND HEAR FROM TONY GILROY, DIEGO LUNA, GENEVIEVE O'REILLY AND MORE! Did you miss our D23 Expo Marvel and Lucasfilm highlights episode last week? Check it out here. OUR MARVEL STAR WARS ZOOM DISCUSSIONS HAPPEN EVERY SATURDAY AT 8PM ET/5PM PT TO DIVE INTO ANDOR THIS WEEK. Related FANgirl Blog's ANDOR review ANDOR composer Nicholas Britell interview with IndieWire Adria Arjona interview Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Sarah Woloski just returned from D23 Expo - the Disney convention that covers all Disney brands including Lucasfilm and Marvel. Tricia Barr viewed the experience on social media, and each brought a different perspective to our conversation. From the huge Lucasfilm/Marvel panel to some more intimate experiences, we share our thoughts on the weekend. Indiana Jones! The Marvels! Andor! Harrison Ford! Female Imagineers! So many great things applied to what we talk about here on Fangirls Going Rogue. For more insight on the weekend, check out: Skywalking Through Neverland D23 Expo Day 1 Skywalking Through Neverland D23 Expo Day 2 Skywalking Through Neverland D23 Expo Day 3  skywalkingpod Instagram Reels and saved Highlights OUR MARVEL STAR WARS ZOOM DISCUSSION OCCURS EVERY SATURDAY AT 8PM ET/5PM PT TO DIVE INTO SHE-HULK; ATTORNEY AT LAW and soon ANDOR. Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Sandra Choute Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

We were fortunate enough to be invited back to do a roundtable interview with Hayden Christensen ahead of the premiere of “Obi-Wan Kenobi”! This is truly a dream come true, and we hope you enjoy this interview! Charlotte and Caitlin ask Hayden about his interpretation of the character of Anakin and Vader, Vader's state of mind, and what Star Wars means to him. Thank you again to Lucasfilm and Disney once again for this opportunity!    Once again we were joined by: Dan Zehr of Coffee With Kenobi, James Burns of Jedi News (represented by Dan), and Tricia Barr of FANgirl Blog. :)    Skytalkers will be on the Podcast Stage on 5/27 at 3:30 PM at Celebration Anaheim 2022!   https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod https://www.tiktok.com/@skytalkers  http://facebook.com/skytalkerspod  https://www.instagram.com/skytalkerspodcast  http://www.twitter.com/crerrity  http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher  hello@skytalkers.com 

The craziest thing ever but yes we interviewed Ewan McGregor, Moses Ingram, and Deborah Chow for the show. Hear Caitlin and Charlotte ask Ewan, Moses, and Deborah about their work on the upcoming show, Obi-Wan Kenobi. Thanks so much to Disney and Lucasfilm for this incredible opportunity we will never forget.    Our fellow round table participants are: Dan Zehr of Coffee With Kenobi, James Burns of Jedi News, and Tricia Barr of FANgirl Blog. :)    Skytalkers will be on the Podcast Stage on 5/27 at 3:30 PM at Celebration Anaheim 2022!   https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod https://www.tiktok.com/@skytalkers  http://facebook.com/skytalkerspod  https://www.instagram.com/skytalkerspodcast  http://www.twitter.com/crerrity  http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher  hello@skytalkers.com