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by Jedi Squadron Podcast - [AnimeSecrets.org]
Jedi Squadron is the newest podcast from AnimeSecrets.org hosted by Nathan DeSa (Toku Secrets) and Rizwan Merchant (Anime Declassified & Toku Secrets) to discuss all things Star Wars. Join us on our journey as we dive into the movies, live action and animated tv shows, novels and more! Jedi Squadron is a product of AnimeSecrets.org. For more from Anime Secrets, check out our website at http://www.animesecrets.org
Episodes
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Episode 50 – The Mandalorian and Grogu Movie Review | The Future of Star Wars?
The Mandalorian and Grogu brings Star Wars back to the big screen! In this episode of the Jedi Squadron Podcast, we review the new movie and break down Din Djarin and Grogu's latest adventure. We discuss the story, characters, Easter eggs, Rotta the Hutt, Embo, the future of the Mandoverse, and…
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Episode 50 – The Mandalorian and Grogu Movie Review | The Future of Star Wars?
By Nathan DeSa & Rizwan Merchant The Mandalorian and Grogu brings Star Wars back to the big screen! In this episode of the Jedi Squadron Podcast, we review the new movie and break down Din Djarin and Grogu's latest adventure. We discuss the story, characters, Easter eggs, Rotta the Hutt, Embo…
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Episode 49 – Ahsoka Season 2 Trailer Breakdown & Reaction | Thrawn, Anakin & That Mystery Jedi!
The first Ahsoka Season 2 trailer is here, and the Jedi Squadron is breaking it all down! We react to the new trailer and dive into Thrawn's return, Hayden Christensen's Anakin Skywalker, the mysterious lightsaber-wielding character, Dathomir and the Nightsisters, massive New Republic vs.…
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Episode 48 – Maul vs Vader FINALLY Happened! | Maul Shadow Lord Season 1 Finale Review
The wait is finally over… In this review of the Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord Season 1 Finale, we break down Episodes 9 & 10, including the shocking arrival of Darth Vader, Maul’s brutal confrontation with the Empire, Devon’s fall toward the dark side, and the future of Season 2. After the Empire...
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Episode 47 – Maul – Shadow Lord Episodes 7 - 8 Review
Maul’s story just hit a whole new level. In Episodes 7–8 of Maul: Shadow Lord, we finally see the full weight of his trauma, his past with Palpatine, and the emotional breaking point that changes everything. From intense Inquisitor fights to powerful flashbacks, this might be the darkest and most...
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Episode 46 – Maul – Shadow Lord Episodes 5 - 6 Review
In this review of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord Episodes 5 & 6, we break down the biggest moments from Inquisition and Night of the Hunted—including the Empire’s arrival, the Inquisitors, and Maul’s growing role as something more than just a villain. As the Empire closes in on Janx, Maul pushes...
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Episode 45 – Maul – Shadow Lord Episodes 3 - 4 Review
In this Jedi Squadron Podcast episode, we break down Star Wars: Maul Shadow Lord Episodes 3 & 4—and this is where the series takes a serious turn. From intense lightsaber duels to deeper character themes, Maul’s story is evolving in ways we didn’t expect. Episode 3 dives into Maul’s attempt to...
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Episode 44 – Maul - Shadow Lord Episodes 1–2 Review
Darth Maul is back—and this might be the most interesting version we’ve seen yet. In this review of Shadow Lord Episodes 1 & 2, we break down the strong start to the series, why it’s already working, and how Maul is showing a completely new side of his character. From tone to storytelling, this...
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Episode 43 – Maul - Shadow Lord Panel with Sam Witwer at The Nostalgia Con Houston 2025
Sam Witwer discusses the brand new Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord animated series at Nostalgia Con, revealing a completely new side of Darth Maul that fans haven’t seen before. From exploring Maul’s mindset to teasing what’s coming next, this panel dives deep into the future of one of Star Wars’...
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Episode 42 – Star Wars: Rebels Panel at The Nostalgia Con Houston 2025
Relive the magic of Star Wars Rebels at Nostalgia Con Houston 2025 with an unforgettable cast reunion panel! - Vanessa Marshall (Hera Syndulla) - Taylor Gray (Ezra Bridger) - Tiya Sircar (Sabine Wren) The cast shares behind-the-scenes stories, fan-favorite memories, and insights into the legacy…
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Episode 41 – Star Wars: The Clone Wars Panel at The Nostalgia Con Houston 2025
Step into the galaxy far, far away at The Nostalgia Con Houston 2025 with the legendary cast of Star Wars: The Clone Wars! This exclusive panel features fan favorites: Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka Tano) Catherine Taber (Padmé Amidala) James Arnold Taylor (Obi-Wan Kenobi) T.C. Carson (Mace Windu) Phil...
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Episode 40 – Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld Review
Join Nathan and Rizwan as we return to a galaxy far, far away to explore Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld — the latest animated miniseries that dives into the lives of two legendary underworld figures: Cad Bane and Asajj Ventress. Join us as we break down the episodes and discuss the impacts of...
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Episode 39 – May the 4th Celebration | Jedi Squadron Podcast News & Updates
Join the Jedi Squadron Podcast as we celebrate Star Wars Day 2025 with exciting news, fan highlights, and updates on the future of the show. We break down the latest announcements from the Star Wars universe and share what’s coming next for our Jedi Squadron community. Remember to join us on…
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Episode 38 – What Happens After the Battle of Endor? | Star Wars: Aftermath Review (Chuck Wendig, 2015)
In this episode, we dive into Star Wars: Aftermath, Chuck Wendig’s 2015 novel that takes place immediately after the Battle of Endor. The fall of the Empire has left the galaxy in chaos, and the story explores the aftermath of the Empire’s defeat and the uncertain future of the New Republic. Join...
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Episode 37 – Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones Review
Join the Jedi Squadron Podcast for an in-depth review of Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones! Hosted by Nathan DeSa and Rizwan Merchant, we aim to uncover the film's hidden gems while grappling with its notable shortcomings. In this episode, we discuss character arcs, plot twists, and how...
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Episode 36 – The Acolyte Episode 8 Review
The Acolyte Season 1 is now over. There has been a lot of ups and downs in this season within the fandom and our own journey here at the Squadron. Join Nathan and Rizwan for their season finale wrap up discussion of The Acolyte, and see how this season did and what could have been done better,...
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Episode 35 – The Acolyte Episode 6 & 7 Review
Nathan and Riz are back after a week off to take a look at the last two episodes of The Acolyte before the Season 1 Finale. So stay tuned for episode analysis and a deep dive into all the plot holes and story writing issues in the season. Be sure to stay until the end for a neverending rant from...
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Episode 34 – The Acolyte Episode 5 Review
Nate and Rizwan are back with episode 5 of The Acolyte, and this is by far the most action packed episode of the show so far! Also the best episode so far. Join the Squadron as we break down the big revelations, nerd over the amazing lightsaber duels and try to make sense of some continuity...
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Episode 33 – The Acolyte Episode 3 & 4 Review
The Squadron is back with a review on Episodes 3 and 4 of The Acolyte! We dig into a lot of topics that came up such as how the twins are concieved by the force, the darker side of the Jedi legacy, and of course our thoughts on the story and characters so far! We also launch into a segment...
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Episode 32 – The Acolyte Episode 1 and 2 Review
Get ready Padawans! The new Star Wars series, The Acolyte has landed and Squadron Leaders Nathan and Rizwan are taking flight into the High Republic! Join us as we travel back over a hundred years into the past before the Phantom Menace as we take a look at the first two episodes. So strap in and...
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Episode 31 – Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace Review
Nathan and Rizwan have concluded the Review Series of the original trilogy of Star Wars, and are setting their course back to the beginning, with a trip to the prequel trilogy. Join the Squadron Leaders as they break down Episode 1, and discuss the movie's strengths and weaknesses and determine…
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Episode 30 – Tales of the Empire Review
As part of the festivities for the May the 4th celebration this year, we have a new Star Wars Animated Show, the second installment in the Star Wars Tales of series. This time we're taking a look at Tales of the Empire. Join Nathan and Rizwan as we break down the additional stories for Morgan...
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Episode 29 – Return of the Jedi Review
May the 4th Be With You! Welcome dear Padawans to our final review for the Star Wars Original Trilogy, and what better day to release this then May 4th? Not only is this a day for our fandom to celebrate the wondrous world of Star Wars, but it is also the Jedi Squadron Podcast's One Year...
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Episode 28 – Tales of the Jedi Review
Originally Recorded: April 28th, 2024 As we inch closer to the release of Tales of the Empire, Nathan and Riz take a look back at Season of the Star Wars Tales series, Tales of the Jedi. Join your fearless Squadron Leaders as they break down the supplemental background stories of Ahsoka Tano and...
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Episode 27 – The Bad Batch Season 2 Review
Originally Recorded: April 2nd, 2024 With The Bad Batch ending this coming Wednesday, Nathan and Riz are taking a look back at Season 2 of the Bad Batch to set expectations for what they hope Season 3 will do. Join us as we dig deep into the character development from Season 1 and celebrate the...
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Episode 26 – The Bad Batch Season 1 Review
After a brief hiatus for personal life, the Jedi Squadron is back in action and ready to take on the Bad Batch! Join Nathan and Rizwan break down the first season of the Bad Batch. We'll be taking an in-depth look at the characters, story, easter eggs and impact of the Bad Batch on the Star Wars...
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Toku Secrets Returning to Rangerstop and Pop 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia!
The Toku Secrets Podcast team is making a return to Atlanta, Georgia for Rangerstop and Pop 2024! Join us on the weekend of June 21 - 23 for a great weekend. There will be some incredible Ranger actors along with other really awesome voice actors like Avatar the Last Airbender and Teenage Mutant...
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Episode 25 – Shadows of the Empire Novel Review
Nathan is back with another installment in his Star Wars Novel Review Series with a look at Shadows of the Empire. This book is a part of the expanded universe Legends continuity, and is set between the events of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi movies. The book dives into Luke...
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Episode 24 – Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back Review
Alright Squadron, we're back with our second installment in the Star Wars Movie Review Series! Today we're taking a look at fan favorite movie, The Empire Strikes Back. We'll be delving into what exactly is it that makes this movie so beloved, and do our typical deep dives into the characters,...
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Episode 23 – Bad Batch Season 3 Trailer Reactions
The Bad Batch is back for it's final season on February 21st, 2024, and we finally got our first trailer! Join Nathan as he breaks down everything, especially whats going on with this surprise Asajj Ventress appearance in the trailer! Does this alter the canon set in the Dark Disciple novel by...
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Episode 22 - Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope Review
At long last the Jedi Squadron is taking flight back in time to the origins of one of the greatest franchises in human history to a galaxy far far away.... Join Nathan and Rizwan as we break down the movie, we do deep dives into the characters, the influences that inspired George Lucas and a lot…
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Episode 21 - Star Wars News: The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie and Ahsoka Season 2 Announcement
2024 is off to a great start In a Galaxy Far Far Away with the recent announcements confirming season 2 of Ahsoka and Jon Favreau taking us to the movie theaters with a new movie entitled The Mandalorian & Grogu. Join Nathan and Rizwan as they break down the news and discuss what this means for…
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Episode 20 - A Look Into the Star Wars Original Trilogy Release History
Join Nathan and Rizwan as they close out the year 2023 with a preview of our next review series, a fan favorite and classic staple of Star Wars....the original trilogy! Before we get into our review of A New Hope, we figured it be important to briefly discuss the different special editions and...
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Episode 19 – Dave Filoni Granted the Rank of Master Jedi with New Promotion at Lucasfilm!!
Recently Lucasfilm has announced Dave Filoni will be taking on the role of Lucasfilm's Chief Creative Officer. This is a huge deal and has major impacts for our beloved franchise. All of which are amazing, so join Nathan and Rizwan as they break down the news and discuss what this can mean going...
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Episode 18 – Heir to the Jedi Novel Review
Join Nathan as he continues his Cruise Through The Star Wars Canon Novel Series.Today's novel is Heir to the Jedi which takes place between A New Hope and Empire Strikes Back. Definitely worth reading if you're a fan of Luke Skywalker. Remember to join us on Social Media Today! Facebook:...
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Episode 17 – Ahsoka Episode 08 Recap
Well Ahsoka's final episode has come and gone. Join Nate and Riz as we break down this last episode and discuss all the Easter Eggs and implications of this series on the Sequel Trilogy and beyond. The cast did a phenomenal job and we can't wait for Season 2 and the Filoni movie! Remember to join...
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Episode 16 – Ahsoka Episode 07 Recap
And we're down to the penultimate episode of Season 1 of the Ahsoka TV show. We get a quick update on Hera's trial at Coruscant with a quick cameo by an old friend, we get more Thrawn and Ezra scenes, and things are getting set up for the grand finale next week. Join us as we break down the...
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Episode 15 – Ahsoka Episode 06 Recap
The time has come for us to enter a new galaxy far far away. Join Nathan and Rizwan as they break down Part 6 of the Ahsoka TV show. We start to get the pay off of promises for fans of Star Wars Rebels and a lot of great backstory on Baylon. So strap in and lets get to it! Remember to join us on...
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Episode 14 – Star Wars: Thrawn (2017) Novel Review
As we get closer to the live action debut of Thrawn in the Ahsoka TV show, Rizwan and Nathan go back in time to before the Sparks of the Rebellion to examine Thrawn's journey to the status of Imperial Grand Admiral. This novel is written by Timothy Zahn, the original writer of the Legends...
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Episode 13 – Ahsoka Episode 05 Recap
Well we couldn't wait to post this until Friday, as we were too excited after watching this episode last night, so surprise! in this episode, we'll be recapping and analyzising Episode 5 of Ahsoka, and delving into Ahsoka's life in more detail during the Clone Wars and subsequently. We also break...
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Episode 12 – Ahsoka Episode 4 Recap
This week's episode of Ahsoka had several bombshell revelations. Join us as we break down new details on Sabine's family, her relationship with Ahsoka, and the return of an old face. We also discuss how incredile of a character Baylan is, and wish Ray Stevenson was here to see his launch to being...
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Episode 11 – Ahsoka Episode 3 Recap
Note: The Jedi Squadron Team stand with the current Writers and Actors strikes ongoing, and believe in fair pay and compensation with better contracts. This podcast is in support of our beloved actors and writers and their rebellion against the Movie Studios. Nathan and Riz are back with a quick...
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Episode 10 – Ahsoka Episodes 1 & 2 Recap
Note: The Jedi Squadron Team stand with the current Writers and Actors strikes ongoing, and believe in fair pay and compensation with better contracts. This podcast is in support of our beloved actors and writers and their rebellion against the Movie Studios. Its finally time! The Ahsoka TV show...
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Episode 09 – Star Wars Rebels Season 4 Review
Note: The Jedi Squadron Team stand with the current Writers and Actors strikes ongoing, and believe in fair pay and compensation with better contracts. This podcast is in support of our beloved actors and writers and their rebellion against the Movie Studios. And with one week to go, the Jedi...
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Episode 08 – Star Wars Rebels Season 3 Review
Note: The Jedi Squadron Team stand with the current Writers and Actors strikes ongoing, and believe in fair pay and compensation with better contracts. This podcast is in support of our beloved actors and writers and their rebellion against the Movie Studios. As we continue our journey to prepare...
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Episode 07 – Star Wars Rebels Season 2 Review
Note: The Jedi Squadron Team stand with the current Writers and Actors strikes ongoing, and believe in fair pay and compensation with better contracts. This podcast is in support of our beloved actors and writers and their rebellion against the Movie Studios. We're back with our review of Season…
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Episode 06 – Spark of Rebellion: A Star Wars Rebels Season 1 Review
Note: The Jedi Squadron Team stand with the current Writers and Actors strikes ongoing, and believe in fair pay and compensation with better contracts. This podcast is in support of our beloved actors and writers and their rebellion against the Movie Studios. With the new Ahsoka TV show launching...
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Episode 05 – A New Dawn Novel Review
Nathan is back with our first review of a novel, A New Dawn. This novel is the first novel to be written into the current canon for the Star Wars universe under Disney. A New Dawn serves as a prequel to Star Wars Rebels and gives us a first look at Kanan Jarrus crosses path with Hera Syndulla.…
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Episode 04 – Disney's Galactic Starcruiser: The Voyage of Life Time!
The Galactic Starcruiser at Disney World is slated to close down later this year. The Starcruiser is a 2-night Star Wars Themed live actio / roleplay experience set in the Star Wars Universe on board a starcruiser. The event has been critized by many for being too expensive, and not worth the...
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Episode 03 - Interviewing Leilani Shiu, The First Named Jawa Character!
This past weekend, Rizwan attended H-Town Card Show in Houston to meet Leilani Shiu. Leilani is best known for her role as Teeka the Jawa in the Obi Wan Kenobi TV show and being one of the credited Jawas in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett. Leilani was gracious enough to sit down with...
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Jedi Squadron is the newest podcast from AnimeSecrets.org hosted by Nathan DeSa (Toku Secrets) and Rizwan Merchant (Anime Declassified & Toku Secrets) to discuss all things Star Wars. Join us on our journey as we dive into the movies, live action and animated tv shows, novels and more! Jedi Squadron is a product of AnimeSecrets.org. For more from Anime Secrets, check out our website at http://www.animesecrets.org
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