Source Material #418.5 - Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead + Tag & Bink II (Dark Horse, 2001 and 2006)

In this hilarious and deep-cut-filled episode of the Source Material Comics Podcast, the crew dives into one of the most underrated corners of Star Wars storytelling: Tag and Bink Are Dead. What starts as a simple comic review quickly turns into a celebration of absurd humor, obscure lore, and the joy of discovering hidden gems in a galaxy far, far away.Join Jesse, Chris, and Evan as they explore how two completely incompetent rebels—Tag and Bink—somehow bumble their way through the most iconic moments of the original trilogy. From accidentally influencing the destruction of Alderaan to being present during the Death Star trench run, these characters offer a wildly entertaining “behind-the-scenes” perspective on events fans thought they knew inside and out. Along the way, the hosts unpack the comic’s clever use of parody, its Shakespearean inspiration, and the way it playfully fills in gaps from the films.But the fun doesn’t stop there. The episode also covers the follow-up series, which expands the chaos into Return of the Jedi and even the prequels—where Tag and Bink manage to influence Anakin Skywalker’s fate in the most ridiculous ways imaginable. Packed with laugh-out-loud moments, sharp observations about fandom, and plenty of Star Wars trivia, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves the franchise but isn’t afraid to laugh at it.