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Star Wars: Explore The Force
by Explore The Force
We are an International Star Wars Show! Jack and Charlie come from Great Britain and Jimmy lives in the United States. Our love of Star Wars has brought us together and we plan to dive into all things Star Wars. We will cover the shows, movies, video games, comics, books, table top gaming and much, much more. Join us on our adventure.
Episodes
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178: Galactic Racer & The Love Hypothesis Review!
Star Wars Galactic Racer review and The Love Hypothesis discussion on Explore the Force, the only international Star Wars podcast. Krissy leads our review of Star Wars Galactic Racer from Fuse Games: podracers, speeder bikes, the roguelite campaign, Sebulba's flashback races, and our Holocron…
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News Updates - Past, Present and Future!
Star Wars news for the week: Jon Watts is reportedly directing the next Skywalker Saga film, Dave Filoni confirms the Mortis Gods for Ahsoka Season 2, and Kathleen Kennedy reflects on leaving Lucasfilm. Jimmy, Charlie and Krissy break down two huge weeks of Star Wars news across three eras. THE...
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What should Star Wars steal?
Episode 176: What stories could Star Wars steal next? Casey Loving from The Wrap returns to Explore the Force to debate adapting outside stories into the galaxy — from Homer's Odyssey to Norse myth to Shakespeare — plus a recap of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opening. New episodes every...
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ETF Extra: We beat Zero Company - Full Spoilers!
Full spoilers for Star Wars Zero Company. Jimmy and Krissy break down every major story beat in Bit Reactor's Clone Wars tactics game, from the formation of Zero Company through Order 66, the Shadow Plague, and the finale on Cindermoor. Includes the ending, character fates, and full analysis of...
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How do YOU Star Wars?
How do YOU Star Wars? In this episode of Explore the Force: An International Star Wars Show, hosts Jimmy, Charlie, and Krissy compare Star Wars watch orders, including release order, chronological order, and Machete Order (Episodes 4, 5, 2, 3, 6), and share how each of them first came into the...
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Do we need a Bo Katan series? Yes or No?
Katee Sackhoff just revealed her dream Bo-Katan Kryze spin-off: an animated prequel exploring her childhood with sister Satine on Mandalore. Jimmy, Charlie, and Krissy unpack the news, trace the full history of Clan Kryze — from the Mandalorian civil war to the Darksaber — and speculate on what a...
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The Making of The Lost Padawans: A Star Wars Fan Film
The Lost Padawans: A Star Wars Fan Film — Episode 173 This week we're joined by Lucia Taylor, writer and director of the Star Wars fan film The Lost Padawans, and composer Mark Rolfe, to talk creative inspiration, indie filmmaking challenges, and scoring an original story set in the Star Wars...
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What makes YOU Star Wars Happy?
In episode 172 we are looking at "What Makes You Star Wars Happy?" This week on Explore the Force, Jimmy, Charlie, and Krissy welcome guest Ron from Star Wars Jedi Chat for a deep dive into Star Wars video games, collecting and toy culture, pop culture crossovers, memes, and the fan community…
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Is this Better than Canon Star Wars right now?
The Ninth Jedi season finale just dropped and we have THOUGHTS. John is back to help close out Episodes 5-8 with Jimmy and Krissy — the ending, Nawaam's fate, and a brand new Jedi Order. Then: is this actually better than canon Star Wars right now? Should it even be canon? And what can Dave…
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D23 Star Wars Review!
D23 2026 just happened, and Explore the Force is here to break it all down! On Episode 170, Jimmy, Charlie, and Krissy dive into Star Wars: Starfighter's new release date and first character reveal, Ahsoka Season 2's new costume and premiere date, a surprise Luke Skywalker appearance in LEGO Star...
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The Ninth Jedi Episodes 1-4 Review: New Crew, Blue Lightsaber Villain & More
The Ninth Jedi has landed on Disney+ — all 8 episodes! Krissy and Charlie join Jimmy to break down Episodes 1-4: the new crew, the shocking blue-lightsaber villain twist, and a full round table on music, art, animation, and characters. Part 2 (Episodes 5-8) drops next Tuesday! Explore the Force…
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Star Wars Pet Draft: What creature would you pick?
A pet is not a kind of animal. It's a kind of relationship. 🐾 We're drafting Star Wars pets — but first we had to settle what a pet even is out there. Is Grogu one? Is a droid? Was Luke's tauntaun actually his, or just Alliance property with a heartbeat? Then the draft: three of us, four roster...
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Crowning the Best Animation to Live-Action Character
The Animation to Live-Action Showdown finale is here. Explore the Force crowns the best Star Wars character to make the jump from animation to live action, in a 16-character tournament decided by fan votes and a live panel. Jimmy is joined by Krissy and Ryan for the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and...
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Who Made the Best Live-Action Debut? - (Tournament: Round 1)
Episode 166: Round 1 is here 🔥 We're kicking off a two-week tournament event — the Animation to Live-Action Showdown — featuring 16 Star Wars characters who jumped from cartoon to live action. This week, Jimmy hosts solo alongside guests Ryan and Krissy to reveal all 8 Round of 16 results...
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Animated & Awarded: Star Wars Emmy Nominations
Star Wars scored real Emmy nominations this year — and we're breaking down exactly what got recognized (and why it matters) for Star Wars: Visions' "Black" and Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord. Plus, a first look at our upcoming Animation-to-Live-Action Championship bracket, recording July 19th &…
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The Ninth Jedi - Trailer Reaction & More.....
Krissy (@kyberkrissy) and John (@thebobafettt) join the show to recap Star Wars Visions' The Ninth Jedi (Vol 1) and Child of Hope (Vol 3) — then break down the trailer for the new 8-episode limited series premiering August 5, 2026. Will Kara turn to the dark side? Tune in for our predictions!...
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The Ultimate Star Wars Party (w/ Spencer Jawitz)
This week we're joined by Spencer Jawitz of the Virtual Cantina Network to settle the ultimate debate: where in the Star Wars galaxy would YOU throw the best Boonta Eve party, and who's in your entourage? We pitch planets, play This or That: Galactic Edition, and Spencer gives us the inside scoop...
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Same Face, Different Soul: Clone Trooper Deep Dive
Same Face, Different Soul Three million soldiers. One face. Infinite stories. This week Jimmy, Jack, Charlie, and Taylor dive into one of Star Wars' most beloved topics — the clone troopers. What makes them identical? What makes them completely different? And who is the greatest clone of all…
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ETF EXTRA - Jeff Sneider's Disney Leaks
Big Star Wars news leak alert! 🌌 Jeff Sneider got his hands on a 19-page internal document laying out Disney's mandates for Lucasfilm's future, and naturally, Jimmy and Charlie had to talk about it. We dig into what's in the leak, share our reactions, and talk about what it could mean for the...
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The State of Star Wars: Thriving or Surviving?
The State of Star Wars — Are We THRIVING or Just SURVIVING? ft. Casey Loving | Explore the Force The Mandalorian & Grogu is out, Ahsoka Season 2 is coming, and Starfighter is generating serious buzz — but is the galaxy far, far away truly thriving, or is it still fighting for its future? This…
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De Wanna Wanga! The Michael Carter Interview
Explore The Force: An International Star Wars Show | Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu — FINAL EPISODE The Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu ends HERE — and we are going out with a BANG! 🎉 For our epic series finale, we sat down with the legendary Michael Carter, the man behind the iconic Bib…
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Mandalorian & Grogu Pt. 2 - We're Back to Finish the Conversation
We told you we had too much to say for one episode. We weren't wrong. Jack, Taylor, and Jimmy are back to finish what they started! In Part 2 of their Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu breakdown, the Explore the Force crew picks up right where they left off — diving deeper into the film's…
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ETF EXTRA: The Matt Willig Interview
He's played a Marvel monster, a wrestling legend, and now a towering alien enforcer in the biggest Star Wars film in years — and we got him on the show. In this special interview episode of Explore the Force, we sit down with Matt Willig — former NFL offensive tackle turned actor — who plays...
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"This Is the Way… to the Big Screen | Mando & Grogu Film Review Pt. 1"
The Clan of Two has officially made it to the big screen — and we have SO much to say about it. In Episode 158 of Explore the Force, Jack, Taylor, and Jimmy dive deep into Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu — the live-action Star Wars film directed by Jon Favreau that hit theaters on May 22…
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The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie Speculation Spectacular!
Get ready for pure speculation, wild theories, and maximum hype as Explore the Force dives headfirst into Episode 157: Mandalorian & Grogu Movie Speculation Spectacular! With the upcoming The Mandalorian & Grogu movie getting closer, we’re breaking down our BEST predictions for what could happen...
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Maul: Shadow Lord - Season Recap (PART I)
We’re diving into the ENTIRE first season of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord in Part 1 of our special two-part retrospective series!The crew from *Explore the Force* breaks down our original expectations, favorite characters, best arcs, biggest surprises, emotional moments, and the scenes that made...
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Thank the Maker - Deep Dive into George Lucas!
Happy May the 4th! Welcome to a very special episode of Explore The Force: An International Star Wars Show. To celebrate Star Wars Day, we are shifting our focus to the Maker himself: George Lucas. In this massive retrospective, we explore the man behind the galaxy far, far away. Join us as we...
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Maul: Shadow Lord - Chapters 9 & 10 Spoiler Review
In this episode, we break down the final chapters of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord—Chapter 9, “Strange Allies,” and the epic finale, Chapter 10, “The Dark Lord.” As Darth Maul reaches the end of his journey, alliances are tested, unexpected partnerships emerge, and everything builds toward a...
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154: History of the Hutts - The Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu
🔥 THE HUTTS EXPLAINED | Star Wars Underworld Deep Dive | Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu 🔥 In this episode of our Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu series, we’re breaking down one of the most powerful — and mysterious — forces in the Star Wars galaxy… the Hutts. From the reign of Jabba the Hutt…
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Maul: Shadow Lord - Chapters 7 & 8 Spoiler Review
Maul is spiraling… and things just got DARK. In this episode, we break down Chapters 7 “Call to the Oblivion” and 8 “The Creeping Fear” of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord—and these might be the most intense episodes yet. We’re talking MAJOR character shifts, terrifying new elements, and what this…
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153: The IMPACT of season 3!
The road continues… and this week, we’re diving straight into the impact of The Mandalorian Season 3 and what it could mean for the upcoming Mandalorian and Grogu movie. In Episode 153, we break down the biggest moments, character arcs, and galaxy-shifting decisions from Season 3—and how they…
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Maul Shadow Lord Chapters 5 & 6 Spoiler Review
The hunt begins… and Maul may not be the one in control anymore. In this episode, we’re breaking down Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord Chapters 5 and 6 — “Inquisition” and “Night of the Hunted” — and things have officially reached a boiling point. Chapter 5 throws us into the rising threat of the...
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152 - Creatures Are More Important Than You Think | Star Wars Deep Dive
In Episode 152, we’re diving into one of the most underrated—but essential—parts of the Star Wars galaxy… the CREATURES.From massive beasts to blink-and-you-miss-it background aliens, creatures have always helped make Star Wars feel alive, dangerous, and completely unpredictable. We break down…
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Maul Shadow Lord Chapters 3 & 4 Spoiler Review
In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the darkness with our full spoiler breakdown of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord Chapters 3 and 4 — “Whispers from the Unknown” and “Pride & Vengeance.” Things are escalating fast. Maul’s grip on power tightens, but so do the forces working against him.…
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The Mandalorian Season 2 Review | Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu
Episode 151 - We’re back with Episode 3 of our Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu series, and this time we’re diving into The Mandalorian—the season where things got way bigger. Season 1 kept things simple, but Season 2? It opened up the entire galaxy. From seeing Ahsoka Tano in live action to that...
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Maul Shadow Lord Episodes 1 & 2 SPOILER Review & Breakdown
In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into a full SPOILER review of Chapters 1 & 2 of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord — “The Dark Revenge” and “Sinister Schemes.” From the very first moments, this series wastes no time throwing us back into the ruthless world of Darth Maul. We break down Maul’s...
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ETF Extra - From Fan to Canon: Mike Chen Talks Writing Star Wars
We’re heading into the literary side of a galaxy far, far away in this special episode! This week, we sit down with acclaimed author Mike Chen, whose work spans across Star Wars, Marvel, Star Trek, and beyond. With his latest release, Star Wars: Outlaws – Low Red Moon—a prequel to the highly...
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150 - Embo Deep Dive | Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu
In this episode, we continue our Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu with a deep dive into one of the most underrated bounty hunters in the galaxy—Embo. Join Jack, Taylor, and Jimmy as we break down everything you need to know about this silent but deadly warrior from Star Wars: The Clone Wars. From...
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Ep 149: Road to the Mandalorian and Grogu: Part 1
In this episode, we kick off our brand-new series “The Road to The Mandalorian & Grogu” by going back to where it all began—The Mandalorian. We break down Din Djarin’s introduction, the moment that changed Star Wars forever with Grogu, and the smaller, character-driven storytelling that helped...
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148 - Maul: Shadowlord Trailer #2 Reaction
In this episode, we break down the brand-new trailer for Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord and dive into everything it might reveal about the future of one of the galaxy’s most dangerous characters. Set in the aftermath of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, this upcoming series follows Darth Maul as he...
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147 - Breaking down barriers! (Samantha Alleyne)
In this special episode, we sit down with trailblazing performer Samantha Alleyne—the first female stormtrooper in Star Wars history. Samantha shares what it was like stepping into the iconic armor and helping reshape the image of the Empire’s ranks on screen. Over the course of the conversation,...
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Ep 146 - Has Fourteen years of Disney Star Wars changed A NEW HOPE?
For nearly five decades, Star Wars: A New Hope has stood as the foundation of the galaxy far, far away. But after fourteen years of Disney-era storytelling — new films, animated series, prestige television, novels, and comics — does the original film feel the same? In this episode, we revisit…
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145 - ALL About Maul!
Charlie, Jack and Jimmy have a special guest on this week to take a deep dive into all things Maul! They discuss everything from the Sith Apprentices first appeareance in Phantom Menace to his fall in Rebels. Then they start to speculate on what may or may not be part of the newest animation show...
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144 - Mouse House Change Over!
Massive changes for Lucasfilm a few weeks ago and now even more change for Disney! Bob Iger's position as president of Disney is being divided up between two incredibly talented and experienced people...Josh D'Amaro and Dana Walden. What do all these changes mean for our beloved Star Wars…
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143 - Grogu at the Superbowl!
Did you watch the big game? Did it live up to the hype? More importantly did you see the :36 seond Mando and Grogu trailer? Was that worth 8 million dollars? Did it leave you satisfied or wanting more?
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Podcast Day 2026!
Join Taylor, Charle, Jack and Jimmy as they celebrate Star Wars Podcast Day 2026! February 7th, 1999 is considered to be the first time a Star Wars podcast was released. The show JEDI TALK aired on that day and changed the galaxy forever! In this special episode we talk about the history of Jedi...
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142 - Taylor's Trip to Galaxy's Edge!
This week Jack and Jimmy get on with their Force Encounters and the news. Then Jack gets to sit down with Commander Taylor and talk about her adventures at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge!
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Master of Evil - Book Review (spoilers)
Hello There, Welcome back to Explore the Force! Jimmy is joined by Commander Taylor for an in depth look at the latest Star Wars Novel from Adam Christopher - Master of Evil! Star Wars: Master of Evil by Adam Christopher (2025) follows Darth Vader shortly after Revenge of the Sith as he embraces...
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141 - An Interview with.... WOOKIEEPEDIA!
Join Jack and Jimmy for a peek behind the scenes of the real life Star Wars Archives....Wookieepedia! The boys are joined by SpookyWillow, who is one of the Administrators for the largest Star Wars reference guide out in the universe.
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Maul: Shadow Lord - Trailer Reaction/Review!
Charlie and Jimmy take a look at the amazing new trailer for Maul: Shadow Lord! Let us know what you think about it. *this was a live feed on YouTube - some technical issues did occur*
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We are an International Star Wars Show! Jack and Charlie come from Great Britain and Jimmy lives in the United States. Our love of Star Wars has brought us together and we plan to dive into all things Star Wars. We will cover the shows, movies, video games, comics, books, table top gaming and much, much more. Join us on our adventure.
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