Radio Rebellion: A Star Wars Podcast

D23 gave us our first trailer for Ahsoka season 2 and teaset for the upcoming movie, Starfighter. A lot to talk about.We also review The Ninth Jedi episodes 5-8. Kara and the remaining Jedi face off against Nawaam and his forces.

Lah Kara continues the pursuit for her father who was taken prisoner by the evil Nawaam as Master Magrave Juro searches for hidden Jedi. Secrets are revealed as the Jedi and Sith battle for control. Today we jump into the newest Star Wars animated series, Visions Presents-The Ninth Jedi Episodes 1-4.

The first official Star Wars romance novel just released. Today we review, mostly non- spoilers, Eyes Like Stars.We also look at new book announcements during San Diego Comic Con.

Rey and Leia head out to Tython on a mission to repair the broken Skywalker lightsaber. Written by Madeleine Roux and set during the events of The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker, join us on this mostly non-spoiler review of Star Wars Legacy.

We finally have the limited anime series Star Wars: Visions - The Ninth Jedi. A continuation of the previous two Visions episodes from Production I.G.Intro 0:00The Ninth Jedi Trailer 2:35Quick chat 17:30New book releases 18:13Catching up on news 20:40Outro 24:15

Star Wars returned to the big screen after seven years with the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu. Has the box office been what they hoped for or is it coming under expectations?There are multiple upcoming Star Wars projects in some sort of production status. Will they be affected or continue as planned?

The first Star Wars movie in seven years arrives this week and we jump into it with our spoiler review of The Mandalorian and Grogu.Din Djarin and Grogu embark on an adventure as they are tasked with rescuing Rotta the Hutt, but not all is as it seems when the Hutt cartel and Imperial Remnants are involved.Did the movie play it too safe or was it the summer movie?

With one week to go before the first Star Wars movie in seven years hits theaters, we speculate on what to expect from The Mandalorian and Grogu.What's the main plot of the movie, possible cameos, early reviews, and fan expectations.

The Dark Lord arrives and reminds everyone why he is not to be messed with. Maul continues his corruption of Devon while Master Daki relies on his Jedi training to keep his apprentice from falling to the dark side.No one is safe in the finale to Maul: Shadow Lord season 1.

Maul is hunted by his past as he tries to survive the relentless Inquisitors and Empire, while Devon, Daki, and Lawson plan a rescue mission for Rylee who is being kept at the police station.We review the latest two episodes of Maul: Shadow Lord.

The Empire arrives on Janix and quickly take over the city. The Jedi try to escape but are hunted by Marrok, while Maul bides his time in his search for an apprentice.Our friend, Tony returns to the Rebellion to review Maul: Shadow Lord episodes 5 and six. Also, hype for The Mandalorian and Grogu continues with new TV spots, and interviews.Follow Tony https://x.com/collectony52

Maul continues his attempt to bring Devon to his side, but the Jedi holds true to her ideals. Master Daki and Captain Lawson form an alliance as Two Boots continues to advocate for the Empire's assistance. Will the dark side prevail on our review of Maul: Shadow Lord episodes 3 and 4.Surprise for Star Wars fans as the final trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu is released and tickets go on sale.

Star Wars animation is back with the release of Maul: Shadow Lord. Today we review the first two episodes. The animation style, new music, and did we need another Maul story.We are joined by Jordan Maison of Cinelinx and the ReelOutreach charity as we look into the world of Janix, the criminal element, and the two Jedi in hiding as Maul searches for an apprentice.Follow Jordan at https://bsky.app/profile/jordanmaison.comReelOutreach: https://bsky.app/profile/reeloutreach.comhttps://gofund.me/73041fe7a

The return of Maul is upon us and the new trailer sets the tone for vengeance against the Empire and the search for a new apprentice. Crime syndicates, Inquisitors, and Force users, let's talk what to expect in Maul: Shadow Lord.

Empire Magazine delivers updates on The Mandalorian and Grogu including how much Pedro Pascal we can expect. Sam Witwer talks Maul: Shadow Lord and the title character's current view on the Jedi. Lesley Headland says that if we've gotten season 2 of The Acolyte, Yoda would have helped Vernestra with the cover up.We cover all the recent Star Wars News!Intro 0:00Catching up with Alberto and Oti's adventures 2:40Mando and Grogu is a celebration of the charactersHow much actual Pedro in the movie 14:25Rotta is back and image confusion 18:20How the Hutt Twins factor into the movie 22:30Witwer talks Maul: Shadow Lord 27:10What If The Acolyte season 2 32:35The Last Jedi 41:00Outro 43:35

The full trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu has been released and we got a better idea on what the story might be. Plus the return of the Hutt twins, Zeb, Embo, and many, many weird aliens.Intro 0:00Car troubles 1:20On a random Tuesday 2:55People still complain 3:15Trailer time 4:00Trailer discussion 6:50Bringing Thrawn into the story19:45Outro 25:50

We are three months away from the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu and fans were desperate for a trailer during the Super Bowl. What we got was a tongue-in-cheeck TV spot riffing on classic big game commercials.Should fans calm down and trust Lucasfilm marketing strategy or is the company out of touch with where Star Wars sits in the current entertainment culture?

After years of rumors and speculations, Lucasfilm has officially announced its succession plan as Kathleen Kennedy readies her retirement. As expected, Dave FIloni and Lynwen Brennan will serve as Co-Presidents of the company.With the start of 2026, we look into what's coming for Star Wars this year. From the Mandalorian and Grogu movie to the new trailer for Maul: Shadow Lord. Join us as we celebrate the sixth year of Radio Rebellion.Intro 0:00Catching up 1:25Did anything happen in Andor season 2? 4:30Kathy Kennedy stepping down 10:00Filoni and Brennan to co-lead 12:50Outlaws: Low Red Moon review: 19:30Kennedy's Legacy 25:05Updates on directors and movies 33:30Mando and Grogu marketing upcoming? 38:28How Mando's box office might affect the next movies 44:25Update on Dawn of the Jedi 47:20Rey's future in movies 49:05Taika!!! 51:00Backlash 54:15Love for Rebels 56:08Missing Kathy Kennedy 58:25Maul Shadow Lord trailer and more Star Wars in 2026 1:01:40A World Between Fandoms 1:11:50Outro 1:18:30

On our final episode of 2025 we look back at the year in Star Wars and talk about our favorite moments. From the Skeleton Crew finale, Star Wars Celebration, and the greatness of Andor season 2.It's been ten years since Star Wars returned to the big screen in the form of The Force Awakens. Rey, Finn, Poe, and Kylo Ren lead the Sequel Trilogy as Han Solo, Leia Organa, and even Luke Skywalker return to the saga.Intro 0:00News: 3:45The Force Awakens: 18:05Teaser trailer and initial reaction: 19:32New heroes: 25:38Legacy characters: 33:15Villains: 36:25Music: 39:02Favorite moments: 40:35Fans reactions: 42:37Look back at 2025: 48:15TV series: 48:50SW Celebration: 53:30Movie announcements: 55:36Books: 56:35Kathy Kennedy succession plan 58:45Favorite moment: 59:10Outro: 1:00:15

We sit down with author Adam Christopher to talk about his new novel, Master of Evil. What's it like writing a Darth Vader story, how to keep the Emperor and Vader's relationship interesting, and why dark side stories.We also talk about his previous Star Wars book, Shadow of the Sith. Naming Rey's parents, and putting Luke and Lando in a story together.Intro 0:00Connection issues 1:00Adam's back 2:25Emotions of release day 3:00Adam's Star Wars journey 4:55Creating Star Wars and Doctor Who stories as a kid 11:05How to write a Star Wars book? 13:55Rey's parents 15:20How Shadow of the Sith came about 16:40Writing new characters vs legacy characters 20:00General Pryde 23:55Why Darth Vader stories still matter 29:00Vader's and Palpatine's relationship change 37:10How Master of Evil came about 44:10Unofficial sequel books to the Prequel Trilogy 45:35Background characters 47:20Timelessness of the Prequels 49:00His Star Wars droids 51:50Why fans should pick up Master of Evil 55:42Outro 59:50

Let's talk about our favorite shorts from Star Wars: Visions: Volume 3. From the return of the Ronin, the Ninth Jedi, and F (The Village Bride) to new favorites The Bird of Paradise and Black.In Star Wars news, plans for Qimir involved the Knights of Ren. Calls for The Acolyte to be renewed have started again.

Adam Driver wrote a Star Wars movie with Steven Soderbergh and Disney said thanks, but no thanks. Let's talk about The Hunt for Ben Solo and how the character could be brought back to life. We review the latest Star Wars book, The Last Order by Kwame Mbalia.Intro 0:00The Hunt for Ben Solo situation 4:45NYCC recap with Oti & Visions 31:15Review: The Last Order 34:45Oti's airport adventure 44:35Outro: 49:40

Review of the Revenge of the Sith Deluxe Edition by Matthew Stover focusing on the new author's note and annotations. New York Comic Con was last week and we had some exciting announcements. Let's talk about them.With The Mandalorian and Grogu and season 2 of Ahsoka both on post-production, cast and crew are starting to talk about it.

The long awaited trailer for The Mandalorian & Grogu is here! Will the next Star Wars movie to hit the big screen deliver? Plus a new poster and synopsis.We also got our second trailer for Visions Volume 3, along with a release date.Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

Shawn Levy reveals another behind the scenes picture from the set of Starfighter featuring Ryan Gosling and Flynn Gray in a water planet. Is this a new planet or a classic one? We knew what directors were slated for season 2 of Ahsoka, but now we might know which episodes they will each direct.

Star Wars: Starfighter goes into production as Lucasfilm reveals a first look photo and what appears to be the full cast for the upcoming space adventure.Oti is back this week and we also speculate when the Mandalorian and Grogu trailer might be released and finally get to talk Superman and The Fantastic Four.

Will we see the return of Poe Dameron to live-action Star Wars sooner than we thought? Oscar Isaac gives us hope. A new audiobook starring Rey and Finn set after the events of The Last Jedi is announced and we get some new info on Volume 3 of tar Wars: Visions.Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

Matt Smith is poised to be a villain in the upcoming Starfighter movie, causing fans to relieve the report of him playing a young Palpatine in Episode 9. Will this be the time we see the Doctor in a Star Wars movie?We'll also go over new book announcements during SDCC and other rumors regarding Rey Skywalker and her next movie appearances.Will this be the time we get to talk about other recent movies like Superman, and The Fantastic Four? Spoiler, we didn't.

Clone Force 99 are on a mission with Phee, and not surprisingly at all, things do not go as planned.This book was a big surprise, in a good way.Let's talk non-spoiler review of Lamar Giles' Sanctuary: A Bad Batch Novel.

The final High Republic novel is here as we breakdown Trials of the Jedi by Charles Soule.Arezou Amin joins us today to discuss Avar and Elzar's choice, Marchion Ro's ultimate goal, and the truth of the Nameless and Planet X.Follow Arezou @arezouamin.bsky.social‬Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

Not sure where to start or what to read when it comes to The High Republic? This reading guide will help you get ready for the big finale, Trials of the Jedi.Succession news for Lucasfilm are starting to come out and a new cast for Star Wars Starfighter is revealed.Intro 0:00LFL President search 2:50Mia Goth in Starfighter 13:00THR Reading Guide 21:00Light of the Jedi 25:05The Rising Storm 28:30The Fallen Star 31:25The Eye of the Storm 33:47Eye of Darkness 35:15Temptation of the Force 39:22Tears of the Nameless 43:00Supplemental Reading 47:22Outro 52:10Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

We finally jump into the latest Star Wars: Tales Of series, Underworld. Asajj Ventress returns from the dead and helps a lonely Jedi find the Path. Cad Bane's rough childhood molded his future. Will the reunion with his old friend smooth out the tension or lead him down a darker path?Season 2 of Doctor Who and The Last of Us came to an end. Let's talk TARDIS and WLF.Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

Spoiler reviews for Claudia Gray's Into the Light and Justina Ireland's The Acolyte: Wayseeker.Into the Light, the penultimate novel in the High Republic saga brings Jedi Reath Silas, Cohmac Vitus, and others face to face with the blight on Kashyyyk as the Drengir and Nihil scientist, Dr. Mkampa descends on the planet.Bridging the gap between the High Republic and The Acolyte TV show is Wayseeker. Jedi Master Vernestra Rwoh teams up with Knight Indara in search of a weapon that might render the Jedi's lightsaber useless.Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

The Rebellion is born as Andor season 2 comes to an end with the final arc of the acclaimed series. Did it deliver a satisfying finale and in its connections to Rogue One?Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

Welcome to the Rebellion!!! The people of Ghorman have had enough and march to the Monument of the Fallen to protest the Imperial occupation. Cassian heads to Ghorman to eliminate Dedra Meero and Mon Mothma prepares for a declaration.Andres Alvarez, host of the Sithty Minutes podcast joins us to talk Ghorman Massacre, Mon Mothma calling out the Emperor, Bix choosing the Rebellion, and more from Arc 3 of Andor Season 2. Oh, and yeah, Star Wars is political!Follow Andres https://bsky.app/profile/sithtyminutes.bsky.socialOti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

The Empire sets its plan in motion to stoke rebellion on Ghorman with Syrl playing the part of puppet master without knowing he's the one wearing the strings. As things heat up, Luthen sends Cassian to the planet to see if the Ghorman Front are for real.Special guest, Moe joins the Rebellion as we look at Bix mental state, a tense art exhibit, and Saw Gerrera's inspiring speech about huffing fumes in Andor Season 2 Arc 2.Follow Moe https://twitter.com/jynmystardustOti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

Andor is back with season 2 and we discuss the first three episodes: One Year Later, Sagrona Teema, and Harvest.A steal job gone wrong, a fancy wedding, imperial meetings, and an end to a peaceful life. The first arc of Andor had it all. Special guest, Tony returns to the Rebellion.Tony https://bsky.app/profile/collectony52.bsky.socialOti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

It's the last day of Star Wars Celebration! Where will the next Celebration be held at?Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

It's day two of Star Wars Celebration and the news keeps on coming Let's talk all the reveals!!!Diego Luna and Alan Tudyk give an emotinal interview, and we learn that Dedra and Syril have a dinner scene with Mama Karn. Big reveals for season 2 of Ahsoka.Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

We recap the first day of Star Wars Celebration. Big surprises, exclusive reveals, and breaking news. We cover all of it.Ryan Gosling leads Star Wars: Starfighter, and Maul returns in his own animated seriesOti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars - https://bsky.app/profile/epestarguars.bsky.socialBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni - https://bsky.app/profile/badwolfbroadcast.bsky.socialLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

With a new trailer out for Andor season 2 and Star Wars Celebration less than a month away, lets speculate responsibly) on what to expect from the show and the fan conventionOti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuarsBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fniLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

The promotional train for Andor season 2 is in full motion as Tony Gilroy Talks to several outlets and participates in a season 1 look back livestream.The main panels for Star Wars Celebration Japan are announced and we now know what to expect, somewhat. Also making waves, the missing panels.Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuarsBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fniLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

The trailer for Andor season 2 is here and it delivered quite the punch. Cassian, Mothma, Luthen, and Saw are ready to fight as Orson Krennic oversees the Death Star construction and any unexpected parties.Lucasfilm also revealed the release schedule and it breaks the norm for previous releases.After a week or unsubstantial rumors regarding Kathleen Kennedy's future on Lucasfilm, the president of LFL speaks with Deadline to set the record straight and gives some updates on various projects.Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuarsBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fniLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

Bail Organa, Mon Mothma, and Saw Gerrera are trying to bring the newly formed Galactic Empire down, but they all have different methods to do so. Can the regime be brought down when the galaxy finally knows peace?Alexander Freed brings us The Mask of Fear, book 1 of the Reign of the Empire trilogy and kicks off the series with one of the best Star Wars books in years.Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuarsBad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fniLink Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

It's Star Wars Podcast Day 2025 and we are looking back at some of our favorite Star Wars moments of 2024 and taking a look ahead to 2025. From The Acolyte, The Bad Batch series finale to Star Wars Celebration Japan, Andor S2, and the end of The High Republic. It is also Radio Rebellion's 5th year anniversary and start of Season 10 of the podcast. Thank you to everyone who has supported us throughout this time. Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars Bad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni Link Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

The battle for At Attin is here as Wim, Fern, KB, and Neel face off against Jod and his band of pirates. We review the Skeleton Crew Finale. In Star Wars news, rumors says we have found our villain for the Mandalorian and Grogu movie and there may be multiple animation projects in development. Help the people affected by the California fires by donating to one of these causes: https://cpf.salsalabs.org/disasterrelief/index.html https://friendsindeedpas.org/donate-to-friends-in-deed/ https://www.directrelief.org/emergency/california-wildfires/ https://www.pledge.to/ccfwildfirerelieffund https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/california-wildfire-relief-fund/ Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars Bad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni Link Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

We arrive at At Attin as the kids face off against the band of pirates. Will the power of unclaimsies be enough to save them from a traitorous Jod Na Nawood? Is there a path to redemption? We got news!!! Has Baylan Skoll been recast? Is an Old Republic TV show in the works and what did James Mangold have to say about his Star Wars movie. Help the people affected by the California fires by donating to one of these causes: https://cpf.salsalabs.org/disasterrelief/index.html https://friendsindeedpas.org/donate-to-friends-in-deed/ https://www.directrelief.org/emergency/california-wildfires/ https://www.pledge.to/ccfwildfirerelieffund https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/california-wildfire-relief-fund/ Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars Bad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni Link Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

Skeleton Crew delivered an important episode with a focus on accepting differences, speaking up when needed, and accepting blame. Fern, KB, Wim, and Neel might be some of the most relatable characters in Star Wars. Meanwhile, Jod is quickly captured by the pirates and placed on trial by Captain Brutus. Can he talk his way out of death by airlock? This and more theories on our review of episode 6. Follow Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars Bad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni Link Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

After "fixing" SM-33, the Crew travel to Skull Ridge Mountain in search of the coordinates to At Attin just to find the pirate hideaway much different from last time the droid had visited. The At Attin treasure is revealed and Jod chooses his side. From giving Wim some Jedi-like advice to betraying the kids, what is Jod's endgame? Plus, was that a High Republic lightsaber? This, plus more on our review of Skeleton Crew episode 5. Follow Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars Bad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni Link Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp

After following Kh'ymm's coordinates, the crew lands not on At Attin but on duplicate planet, At Achrann. What troubles awaits them on their new destination. More theories on our review of Skeleton Crew episode 4. Follow Oti https://twitter.com/EPEstarGuars Bad Wolf Broadcast https://twitter.com/BadWolf_fni Link Tree: https://t.co/QiW944JnUG?amp