363: My Journey to Endor with Tracey and Kevin Thompson

If you'd love to hear stories from someone who has played a badass Ewok, a chandelier-swinging Munchkin, and a mechanical bear then we've got you covered!  Kevin Thompson played all those characters, and just published the book, My Journey to Endor, written by his wife Tracey. They both join us for a fantastic discussion that covers Return of the Jedi, Weird Science, Blade Runner, Under the Rainbow, the Ewok TV films and couples goals.    Also on this episode, we have a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT. Today In Star Wars History: Part 1 - January through June is now available for pre-order!! Click here for all the details, packages and discounts.     Where We Will Be   May 25, 2022: 3rd Annual Boonta Eve Cantina! Join us LIVE at Big's Bar and Grill in Fullerton for an evening of podcasting, singing, celebrity signings and our Official Book Launch of Today in Star Wars History: Part 1 - January through June! Check out the Facebook Events for details.   May 27, 2022: Disneyland After Dark - Star Wars Nite   May 26 - May 29, 2022: Star Wars Celebration Anaheim   Time TBD: Celebrating the Ewok Adventures - Richard and Sarah Woloski, Panel Hosts Time TBD: Fandom Through the Generations - Richard and Sarah Woloski, Panel Hosts Time TBD: Star Wars Tourism: Visiting the Galaxy Far, Far Away on Earth - Richard and Sarah Woloski, Panel Guests, James Floyd (Star Warsologies), Panel Host Time TBD: Skywalking Network on the Podcast Stage - a variety show of several Skywalking Network podcast hosts!     Check out these SKYwalking NETwork Podcasts:   Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics - Delving into each issue of the Star Wars comic series 1977-1986 The Max EFX Podcast - Chronicling the 35-year Special Effects film career of Max Cervantes Neverland Clubhouse - Two sisters, and best friends, sharing Disney adventures Talking Apes - focusing on the original Planet of the Apes films and TV shows Totally Tell Me Everything - Two ladies, one topic, three questions. Sarah Woloski and Bryn MacKinnon learn, share and grow. Star Warsologies - A podcast about Science and Star Wars   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 [email protected] 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!