Rose Hawk, What Does Star Wars Mean To You?

Rose Hawk (@roromuffins) joins us to chat her brand-new perspective on the Star Wars universe – having just started watching the franchise for the first time in 2025. With the unique insight of a first-time viewer, Rose dives into how the prequel trilogy, especially Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith, sparked an unexpected and powerful emotional connection. Her shoot from the hip and call it like it is style is completely on target and are funny, emotional and deeply insightful. We chat about the political weight of the story, the philosophical depth of the Force, why Revenge of the Sith hit her so hard as well as why Padme Amidala would be the perfect thrift shopping partner! We touch on the experience of jumping into a long-established fandom as a newcomer and the process of discovering Star Wars as an adult. We also talk about her viral TikToks, her evolving Star Wars-inspired creativity, and how the galaxy far, far away is already finding its way into her art, thrift finds, and daily life.@roromuffins on Instagram Rose Hawk's TikTokRose's Website Rose Hawk is the creative mind behind RoRoMuffins, a personal blog and maker brand focused on thrifting, upcycling, and storytelling through fashion and design. After watching Star Wars for the first time in 2025, her reaction videos quickly went viral on TikTok, amassing a large and passionate following. Follow her Star Wars journey at @roromuffins on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you