Lucasfilm Leadership Transition: Kathleen Kennedy Steps Down, Filoni & Brennan Step In

This week, we're breaking down big news of Kathleen Kennedy stepping down as President of Lucasfilm after 14 years. In her place will be Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan as Co-Presidents. With two new Star Wars movies on the horizon, what could this mean for the future of the franchise? What are our initial thoughts? How can Star Wars continue bringing in new audiences? All of this and more on today's podcast. Plus, our reactions to Deadline's exit interview with Kennedy, including the status of several projects.Official Lucasfilm press release: Deadline's exit interview with Kathleen Kennedy.Join our Patreon for bonus episodes here. Follow us on Twitter/X @FriendsofForceFollow us on Instagram @FriendsOfTheForceFollow us on Bluesky @friendsoftheforce.bsky.social Visit our website: http://www.friendsoftheforcepod.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/friendsoftheforceThank you to all of our Patrons, including our Luminous Beings: Brian, Emma, Jenn, and Travis.#StarWars #Lucasfilm