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Skywalk Before You Run

by Mary Clay Watt

Mary Clay has never seen Star Wars... until now! The host of That’s What I’m Tolkien About now turns her attentions to a galaxy far far a way. Join MC on her first ever journey into the world of Star Wars.

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  1. Completing Our Mission with Christina and Josh - The Fault in Our Star Wars

    In Episode Thirty-Six of this podcast, we discuss the hits and misses of Star Wars, MC is still perplexed by Keira Knightley and Natalie Portman, and the main quest comes to an end. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Email:...

  2. Solo with Mandy - The Dice Prequel

    In Episode Thirty-Five of this podcast, drink every time MC says “what?”, Lando’s closet is iconic, and maybe we didn’t need a Han Solo backstory, but dang if it isn’t fun. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Email: [email protected]...

  3. Rogue One with Bacon and Eggs - Alan Tudyk Superiority

    In Episode Thirty-Four of this podcast, Dumbledore should have taken out 10 year old Voldemort when he had the chance, there are no creative limits anymore, and the droid is once again the best part. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Email:...

  4. Incoming Message from Red Five

    After a hiatus for Rings of Power, MC is back with an important announcement about the future of Skywalk Before You Run. It’s been a fun adventure but ultimately, it must come to an end! Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Email:...

  5. Rise of Skywalker: Part 3 with Bitches of Dathomir - Chewy Gets His Medal

    In Episode Thirty-Three of this podcast, Maz Kanata was a janitor, we learn Wexley’s name (RIP Wexley), and Kylo could learn a thing or two from Zuko about redemption. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  6. Rise of Skywalker: Part 2 with Luke of The Podwans - No Heterosexual Explanation

    In Episode Thirty-Two of this podcast, MC cries, Kylo doesn’t understand ‘no’, and Chewy is going to live until he’s 3000. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon (yes it says it’s for That’s...

  7. Rise of Skywalker: Part 1 with Justin Jordan - The 9/11 to Reylo Pipeline

    In Episode Thirty-One of this podcast, it’s 3PO’s time to shine, Justin wants to recast Carrie Fisher, and we’re writing the next Star Wars rom com. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon…

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  8. The Last Jedi: Part 3 with Don Marshall - Gucci Boot Luke

    In Episode Thirty of this podcast, BB9 is a narc, Kylo isn’t a special force boy, and sometimes you just gotta let your eyes glaze over and not think about it. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun...

  9. The Last Jedi: Part 2 with Sithty Minutes - Canto Bight Support Staff

    In Episode Twenty-Nine of this podcast, Rey is a disturber of the peace, Rose and Finn get a parking violation, and BB-8 is absolutely the love child of C3PO and R2D2. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  10. The Last Jedi: Part 1 with How Star Wars Is It? - Your Favorite Rebel’s Favorite Rebel

    In Episode Twenty-Eight of this podcast, Louis Pasteur might not exist, Andy Serkis is replacing child actors, and this is the least Star Wars “Star Wars” movie. . Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  11. The Force Awakens: Part 3 with Haley - The Death Star G-Spot

    In Episode Twenty-Seven of this podcast, Poe gives Finn his letterman jacket, there’s always a garbage chute, and Harrison Ford is finally free of this franchise. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads…

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  12. The Force Awakens: Part 2 with Ethan and Iny from Unannounced Project - Star Wars Passes the Bechdel Test

    In Episode Twenty-Six of this podcast, everyone’s related to someone, BB-8’s just a ball and there’s so much green in the galaxy. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon (yes it says it’s for...

  13. The Force Awakens: Part 1 with Super Scary Podcast - He’s Not Like Other Storm Troopers

    In Episode Twenty-Five of this podcast, we’re protecting BB-8 at all costs, Rey is the new little orphan Annie (Ani?), and we have two women speaking in the first 15 minutes! Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  14. Sequels Q&A - Han and Leia Honeymoon?

    In Episode Twenty-Four of this podcast, the names of the movies are stupid, droids still come out on top, and we need Jedi Barbie. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon (yes it says it’s for...

  15. Revenge of the Sith: Part 4 with Yap Sesh - Cool Motive, Still Murder

    In Episode Twenty-Three of this podcast, the real duel of the fates happens, we see forbidden Yoda leg, and there’s still a hopeful ending I guess? There’s still time to email your questions and comments for the next Q&A episode to [email protected]! Skywalk Before You Run…

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  16. Revenge of the Sith: Part 3 with Star Lores - Just a Temporary Empire, No Biggie

    In Episode Twenty-Two of this podcast, the fun has officially ended, we’re stealing bubble gum and robbing banks, and R2 tried warning everyone. Email your questions and comments to [email protected]! Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/...

  17. Revenge of the Sith: Part 2 with First Steps - A Space Opera

    In Episode Twenty-One of this podcast, there are too many meetings, Padme’s agency didn’t make the final cut of the movie, and MC learns the terrible truth about R4. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  18. Revenge of the Sith: Part 1 with Distant Echoes - He’s Rugged Now!

    In Episode Twenty of this podcast, Anakin should have just become a pilot instead, R2 is a weapon of mass destruction, and this is where the fun begins and ends. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads…

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  19. Attack of the Clones: Part 4 with Silmaremily - Convenient Shirt Ripping

    In Episode Nineteen of this podcast, Emily and MC are anxious about all the kissing, Obi Wan needs to suck it up, and R2 is the witness to too much chaos. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun…

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  20. Attack of the Clones: Part 3 with Ethan and Iny - I Can Fix Him!

    In Episode Eighteen of this podcast, Baby Boba is evil, we’re swapping John Williams scores, and the hills of Naboo are alive with the sound of music. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon...

  21. Attack of the Clones: Part 2 with Mara J. Skywalker - It's the Meme!

    In Episode Seventeen of this podcast, the Shrek-Star Wars crossover is canon, Obi Wan becomes a PI, and Padme’s legion of handmaidens would NEVER let this happen. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads…

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  22. Attack of the Clones: Part 1 with Friends of the Force - Where are All the Moms?

    In Episode Sixteen of this podcast, Obi Wan had a glow up, there are red flags everywhere, and we just wanna be librarians. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon (yes it says it’s for That’s...

  23. The Phantom Menace: Part 4 with FreddiesRoommate - Pay Attention to the Buttchin

    In Episode Fifteen of this podcast, we find out if MC likes Star Wars, there is no OSHA in space, and they never say people’s names in these movies. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon…

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  24. The Phantom Menace: Part 3 with Robert and Ethan from Deus Ex Media - ET is Canon

    In Episode Fourteen of this podcast, we’re making a Back to the Future podcast instead, Kazoo Kid Skywalker exists in an alternate universe, and midichlorians are the powerhouse of the force. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  25. The Phantom Menace: Part 2 with Star Wars English Class - Imagine Beefing with an 8 Year Old

    In Episode Thirteen of this podcast, Qui-Gon keeps being cryptic on the walkie, Jedi DNA is a thing, and Tatooine goes hard for space NASCAR. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon (yes it…

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  26. The Phantom Menace: Part 1 with Darth Choco - You're Telling Me This is About Taxes?

    In Episode Twelve of this podcast, MC is confused by the presence of Liam Neeson, Darth Choco informs us of a certain lollipop, and it all comes down to taxes and trade routes. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  27. Prequels Q&A - It'll be fun! Maybe.

    In Episode Eleven of this podcast, MC is deciding what planet she wants to marry, choosing the cringiest moment of the OG trilogy, and making predictions for the prequels. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  28. Return of the Jedi: Part 4 with Element7 - The Force I Guess??

    In Episode Ten of this podcast, small creatures with furry feet are underestimated, Luke bonds with his dad, and Han is the only one to have a normal reaction to otherwise weird news. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  29. Return of the Jedi: Part 3 with Silmaremily - Can Anyone Emote Properly??

    In Episode Nine of this podcast, the gang is useless without Leia, Emily has a lot of feelings about Darth Vader and Luke, and Ewoks will save us all. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon...

  30. Return of the Jedi: Part 2 with Pink Milk - Snack Time with Ewoks

    In Episode Eight of this podcast, all our mentors are lying to us, a woman speaks, and we share a snack with an Ewok. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon (yes it says it’s for That’s What...

  31. Return of the Jedi: Part 1 with Into a Larger World - Sensory Overload

    In Episode Seven of this podcast, we’re doing a lot of unpacking, examining our attraction to Carrie Fisher, and wondering if the plan Luke came up with covered all of this. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  32. Empire Strikes Back: Part 3 with Into the Garbage Chute - The Most Dramatic Men in the Galaxy

    In Episode Six of this podcast, we’re making evil dinner plans, Mark Hamil makes some acting choices, and R2 creates the best shot in cinematic history. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon...

  33. Empire Strikes Back: Part 2 with Dark Side Divas - Captain Needa Resuscitation

    In Episode Five of this podcast, we’re peeking behind Darth Vader’s curtain, falling in love with scoundrels, and doing parkour with Yoda. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon (yes it says...

  34. Empire Strikes Back: Part 1 with Potterversity - I Can't Unlearn This Information

    In Episode Four of this podcast, Luke is too dumb to survive, we are living for the banter, and MC learns her first spoiler. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun Patreon (yes it says it’s for…

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  35. A New Hope: Part 3 with Star Wars Explained - Where is R2's Medal?

    In Episode Three of this podcast, we learn about Glup Shitto, theorize about Obi Wan, and discuss the possibility of getting strangled by one’s own bra.. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@skywalkbeforeyourun…

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  36. A New Hope: Part 2 with Casey Winters - Star Wars is Silly??

    In Episode Two of this podcast, MC simps for a certain scoundrel skulking in the corner, Casey slowly releases all of his Star Wars knowledge, and MC learns the real name of jazz music. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skywalkbeforeyourun/ Threads:...

  37. A New Hope: Part 1 with FreddiesRoommate - The Start of an Adventure!

    In Episode I of this podcast, MC and Justin share in their excitement that this is finally happening, discuss deep droid lore, and successfully avoid spoilers. Editor's note: Clearly something was up with my audio settings when I recorded and I did not notice that my audio was static-y until it...

  38. Episode 0: Everything I Know About Star Wars

    It’s the prequel episode of Skywalk Before You Run except it’s not about the prequels! In Episode 0, MC, Christina and Josh establish what she already knows about the Star Wars universe and spoiler alert! it’s not a lot. Skywalk Before You Run - Instagram:...

  39. Coming January 9! Skywalk Before You Run

    Mary Clay knows nothing about Star Wars... until now! The host of That's What I'm Tolkien About is embarking on her first ever journey into a galaxy far far away. Join MC each week as she experiences the world of Star Wars for the first time with different guests to guide her through this...

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Mary Clay has never seen Star Wars... until now! The host of That’s What I’m Tolkien About now turns her attentions to a galaxy far far a way. Join MC on her first ever journey into the world of Star Wars.

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Mary Clay has never seen Star Wars... until now! The host of That’s What I’m Tolkien About now turns her attentions to a galaxy far far a way. Join MC on her first ever journey into the world of Star Wars.

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