The Blockade Runner Star Wars Podcast

Ryan and John return after an unforeseen delay to discuss the final block of episodes from Andor season two. We share our admiration for this incredible show for the final time while breaking down this last arc's best moments, surprises, performances, and the montage that makes up the finales final few minutes.Join Our Discord Serverhttps://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠Show LinksEmail = [email protected]⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss episodes 7-9 of Andor season 2. We break down deteriorating trust in Luthen, Cassian's commitment to the cause, tragedy on Ghorman, Mon Mothma's heroic sacrifice, Force healers, K2 droids, and much more.Join Our Discord Server:⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠Show Links:Email = [email protected]⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss episodes 4-6 of Andor season 2. We break down each major story arc as they plays out through all 3 episodes including Bix's struggles, the Ghorman Front and their attempts to fight the Empire, the commonalities and differences in the multiple romantic relationships presented in these episodes, and Saw Gerrera's wild rhydo-fueled rant.Flashback 64: https://flashback64.neocities.org/ListenJoin Our Discord Server:⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠Show LinksEmail = [email protected]⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss the first 3 episodes of Andor season 2. We break down each major story arc as they plays out through all 3 episodes including Cassians TIE theft, Dedra and Syril playing house, Mon and Luthen's Chandrillan wedding woes, and Bix's brave journey on Mina-Rau. 

Ryan and John discuss all of the news coming out of Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 including updates on The Mandalorian and Grogu and Andor, Shawn Levy and Ryan Gosling's Starfighter film, Star Wars toys and publishing, and more.Join Our Discord Server:⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠Show Links:Email = [email protected]⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John share their initial reactions to the fantastic new Andor season two teaser trailer.Show Links First Andor Teaser Trailer and Poster Revealed Andor Season Two Teaser TrailerJoin Our Discord Server:https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss the season (series?) finale of Skeleton Crew, "The Real Good Guys" and our feelings about the show overall now that is has concluded. We also pay tribute to absolute legend and almost director of Return of the Jedi, David Lynch. Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John talk Skeleton Crew episode 7, including pirate encounters, Jod’s moral ambiguity, and the kids’ attempts to reclaim control of their adventure before making predictions for the show’s final episode. Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

John and Ryan discuss Skeleton Crew episodes 5 and 6 including the show’s pirate motifs, Jod’s character arc and motivations, and the show’s ability to blend humor with serious themes. We also touch on the representation of disability through KB and the characters’ journeys of self-discovery before making predictions about the show’s final episodes. Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss Skeleton Crew episodes 3 and 4 including the evolving role of Jod, the mysteries surrounding the Great Work, and the role of guest directors on Star Wars tv shows. Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss Skeleton Crew episodes 1 & 2. We give overall impressions of the show, share favorite moments, celebrate the fantastic writing and performances, and consider what's really going on with Jod Na Nawood and At Attin. Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

We return after a few month long (unannounced) hiatus to discuss Simon Kinberg's maybe movies, and the upcoming seasons of Andor and Star Wars: Visions. Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John share their reactions to Alien: Romulus (including spoilers) as well as explore similarities between the Alien and Star Wars franchises. Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss all of the Star Wars news coming out of D23 2024 including a full break down of the Skeleton Crew teaser and our thoughts on the Mandalorian and Grogu and Andor updates from Lucasfilm. Episode Links Skeleton Crew Official Key Art and Trailer Revealed The Mandalorian and Grogu First Footage Wows at D23 2024 Ben Mendelsohn Joins Andor As Diego Luna's Cassian Goes from Rebel Spy to "Hero" in Season 2 Footage Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

John and Ryan review and dissect The Acolyte finale's pivotal scenes and delve into sometimes unclear character motivations, before exploring themes of betrayal and redemption, critiquing some awkward plot points, and analyzing Vernestra's conflicted role and moral complexities. They conclude with reflections on fan service and the series' overall tone. Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

In The Blockade Runner Podcast #268, we share our differing opinions on The Acolyte episode “Choices.” We question the show’s flashback structure, Sol’s desire to train Osha, and themes of trust, loyalty, choice. We also take a critical look at the writing, direction, and execution of various scenes in the show’s two flashback episodes before expressing our hopes and predictions for the upcoming season finale. Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss The Acolyte episode 6, "Teach/Corrupt", including its steamy chemistry between The Stranger and Osha, The Stranger's true intentions vs. Sol's, and the shows apparent Kylo connections. Episode Links Exclusive Data Suggests The Acolyte Is A Star Wars Success Story Despite The Backlash Show Links Join Our Discord Server: Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

In The Blockade Runner Podcast #266, Ryan and John discuss The Acolyte episode 5 "Night." We dive into the brutal and intense fight scenes, impressive lightsaber choreography, tragic losses, and the incredible reveal of The Stranger. Join Our Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links: Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

In The Blockade Runner Podcast episode 265, John and Ryan discuss the fourth episode of The Acolyte including Qimir's true intentions, Mae's shifting loyalties, Sol's potential manipulations, theories about the true identity of the dark side master, and of course Bazil. Join Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

John and Ryan discuss the third episode of The Acolyte and explore its themes of destiny, choice, the relationship dynamics within the coven and the Jedi, and how both groups have their own dogmas and blind spots. Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John devote episode 263 to the first two episodes of The Acolyte. We share our general impressions and reaction to the show before discussing each episode in detail. Show Notes: Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John share their experiences revisiting The Phantom Menace in theaters before sharing their thoughts on The Acolyte sneak peak and final trailer. Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss their impressions of The Acolyte trailer as well as recent comments about the show from creator Leslye Headland. In the second half of the episode, Ryan shares his impressions of the new Star Wars Unlimited collectible card game. Episode Notes Star Wars: The Acolyte Trailer ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ Creator Leslye Headland Talks the Unique Perspective of Her Upcoming Series Star Wars: Unlimited Show Notes Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

In episode 260 Ryan and John revisit the Mortis arc from The Clone Wars season three. We break down each episode, consider George Lucas's involvement in telling this story, and discuss the arc's implications for the larger Star Wars story. Join Our Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

In this episode, Ryan and John discuss their recent Star Wars activities, including reading the Star Wars Archives books and playing Jedi: Survivor. We then jump into discussing upcoming Star Wars releases including The Acolyte,  Andor, and The Mandalorian and Grogu. We round out the show by expressing our excitement for the upcoming The Phantom Menace theatrical rerelease before finishing the show by discussing a few upcoming Star Wars video games. Join Our Discord Server https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Episode Links The Acolyte  to Release This Summer Andor  Wraps Filming The Mandalorian and Grogu to be Release on May 22nd, 2026 Star Wars: The Phantom Menace  Celebrates 25 Years with Return to Theaters A ‘Star Wars’ Mandalorian Videogame Reportedly in Development by Respawn Entertainment  Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster Release Date Confirmed Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Blu⁠e Sky⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

John and Ryan discuss the announcement of The Mandalorian and Grogu film and expectations for its box office performance as well as consider if it's the best choice to kick off the next era of Star Wars at the movie theater. We spend the rest of the show looking ahead at what 2024 holds in store for Star Wars television, books, and games. Episode Links The Mandalorian & Grogu Journeys to the Big Screen Ahsoka Season 2 Now in Development, New Sketch Revealed Mike Gallo on LucasArts and Star Wars: Uprising - The Endpoem Podcast Teenage Mutant New Year's Turtles - Flashback 64 Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

John and Ryan return after a long break from podcasting to discuss the Star Wars Holiday Special documentary 'A Disturbance in the Force' and legacy of the special itself. Plus Ryan pitches a Star Wars musical. Episode Links A Disturbance in The Force Documentary Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Author Chris Baker joins Ryan and John to discuss his new book X-Wings, Lightsabers, and Scorpion Vader: Celebrating 40 Years of Star Wars Video Games. Learn more about Chris's book at www.scorpionvader.com. Episode Links X-Wings, Lightsabers, and Scorpion Vader: Celebrating 40 Years of Star Wars Video Games Chris's YouTube Channel Chris's Twitter Chris's Bluesky Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

On this episode of The Blockade Runner Podcast Ryan and John wrestle with how, or if, to cover Ahsoka when it releases due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes before discussing the show's trailer and Star Wars Arcade for the 32X. Join Our New Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John celebrate the 40th anniversary of Return of the Jedi by discussing their favorite memories and scenes from the film as well as its indelible impact on all of the Star Wars stories that have followed. Join Our Discord Server ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Episode Links Super Return of the Jedi on Standard Definition Gaming Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John discuss the Star Wars: Outlaws reveal and our hopes for the game before analyzing the final three Visions Vol. 2 shorts. Join Our New Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links: Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

We open this week's episode with a listener message from friend of the show Dave Hackerson before discussing 4th, 5th, and 6th installments of Star Wars: Visions Volume 2. Join Our New Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

We open this week's episode by sharing our support for the ongoing WGA strike before discussing the first three installments of Star Wars: Visions Volume 2. Join Our New Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

We share our (very early) impressions of Jedi: Survivor before discussing a message about audience expectations for Mandalorian season 3 from listener Rural Farmboy. We close out the show with a brief discussion of Damon Lindelof's comments about being asked to leave the upcoming New Jedi Order film and the rumors around his potential ideas for that movie. Episode Links Damon Lindelof Was Asked to Leave His Star Wars Project, He Admits Disney Reportedly Shot Down Damon Lindelof's Plan to Cast Helen Mirren As Older Rey Skywalker a Star Wars Movie Join Our New Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

We spend episode 249 breaking down The Mandalorian season three's final episode. We assess what worked for us, ways in which this chapter could've been stronger, and how it's emblematic of this season's goals and overall approach. Join Our New Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

We open this week's show with a discussion of some of both our feelings about The Mandalorian season three as well as some of the backlash to it before spending the rest of the episode analyzing Ch. 23, "The Spies." Join Our New Discord Server: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

Ryan and John spend most of this episode discussing the exciting Star Wars movie news coming out of Celebration 2023. We break down what we'd like to see in Rey's next adventure, why we're excited for James Mangold's Jedi-origins film, Dave Filoni's Mandoverse movie, and more. Episode Links SWCE 2023: 11 Highlights from Lucasfilm's Studio Showcase Join Our New Discord Server: ⁠https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db⁠ Show Links Email = [email protected] ⁠Click here to send us a voice message!⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Anchor⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠

Maggie and Brandon from Talking Bay 94 join us to discuss The Mandalorian Ch. 21, "The Pirate." We talk hot pirate action, space bureaucracy, Pelly Moto wig conspiracies, and much much more! Episode Links: Talking Bay 94 Brandon on Twitter Maggie on Twitter 5 Things The Bad Batch Has Revealed About The Rise of the Empire Join Our New Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We spend most of this episode breaking down The Mandalorian Ch. 20, "The Foundling" before spending the remainder of the show discussing the disappointing news surrounding the formerly Damon Lindelof-led unannounced Star Wars movie. Join Our New Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db Episode Links Steven Knight to Write New Star Wars Movie After Damon Lindelof, Justin Britt-Gibson Exit Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John discuss the choices facing both Dr. Pershing and Bo Katan in The Mandalorian Chapter 19, "The Convert." Join Our New Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John break down "The Mines of Mandalore" and discuss Din and Bo's relationship, the power of myth, giant enemy crabs, the Boonta Eve, and more. Join Our New Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John break down The Mandalorian chapter 17, "The Apostate." We discuss the recap of it all, this episode's thematic implications for the season as a whole, the show's incredible visuals and effects, and more. Join Our New Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John are joined by longtime friend and sometimes guest Dan to discuss Bad Batch episodes "The Clone Conspiracty" and "Truth and Consequences" plus a Lucasfilm Learning educational software release from the Phantom Menace era. Join Our New Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BBAVDNP9db Episode Links Star Wars Early Learning Activity Center via Standard Def Gaming Star Wars Early Learning Center Naboo Puppet Play Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We discuss the possiblity of Daisy Ridley returning to Star Wars soon, Avatar overtaking TFA at the box office, Ryan's recent retro Star Wars game purchases, and friend of the show Dave Hackerson's reflections on 2022 and thoughts on Bad Batch season 2. Episode Links Daisy Ridley Open to Return to Star Wars Avatar: The Way of the Water Overtakes The Force Awakens at the Box Office Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We look ahead at the big Star Wars projects on the horizon in 2023 including The Bad Batch, Jedi: Survivor, Celebration, Ahsoka, and Skeleton Crew before breaking down the Mandalorian season three trailer immediately after its release. Episode Links The Mandalorian Season Three Trailer Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John return from a holiday hiatus to discuss our Star Wars highlights from 2022 including Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, Star Wars Celebration Anaheim, and much more. Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We take this week off from talking Star Wars and instead focus on two other Lucasfilm projects, Willow and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. We breakdown the first two episodes of Willow, debate deepfake Indiana Jones, share our hopes for Indy 5 overall, and briefly look at the classic Willow NES and arcade games. Episode Links Willow - Hardcore Gaming 101 Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John discuss the brilliant and inspiring Andor finale "Rix Road" immediately after viewing it on the morning of its release.  Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John discuss Andor episode 11, "Daughter of Ferrix" (including emo droids, unexpected aliens, Chandrillan arranged marriages, and hero moments for Luthen) as well as our predictions for the upcoming season finale. Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

It was a big week in Star Wars with the release of "Grogu and the Dust Bunnies," Andor episode 10 "One Way Out," The Acolyte beginning filming, and rumors of new Star Wars movies both in development and being canceled. We discuss all of it in an uncharacteristically reasonably-lengthed episode. Episode Links Acolyte Starts Filming Shawn Levy in Talks to Direct a Star Wars Film J.D. Dillard Star Wars Movie No Longer Happening Show Links Email = [email protected] Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube