The Murphy Street Podcast

The end is finally upon us! The last two chapters of Maul Shadow Lord dropped on May the 4th and MAN!!! What a way to kick off Star Wars day! We get to see the fight between, Maul, Daki and Devon versus the Inquisitors find a conclusion. And then… as if Dave was listening to my hopes and dreams (and those of the fan base) chapter 9 ended with the Dark Lord of the Sith himself! Chapter 10 is just a jump off from the jump off! And the show comes to an AMAZING and flawless ending. But I know what you’re all wondering… Does Daki Die? Find out on this scintillating reaction show on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Happy May the 4th! Today, I get Bronson back and we celebrate May the 4th like only we can! We start off by unboxing and breaking into the Mando Meal from Burger King! It was A LOT! We both share a PoTD and I share about how you can win the one that I bought FOR FREE! Then we pour over an article from CBR that I’ve been waiting to jump into about WHY Maul Shadow Lord is done so much BETTER than the Book of Boba Fett! An article that really acted more like a moment of self reflection for me as a Star Wars fan. And lastly we talk about the feedback we’ve gotten and our thoughts of the transformation of Batuu at Galaxys Edge in Disneyland, now being rethemed to match the Original Trilogy. And just to tell you… we think it’s a good thing for so many reasons! But all in all, it was great to celebrate Star Wars again, with my guy, one of the original guys from the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

As we near the ending of this season of Maul Shadow Lord, you can’t help but wonder if these episodes might fall flat somewhere. Allow me to assure you… they did not! Our Piece of The Day was the Hot Tub Stormtrooper Lego Mini fig that was gifted me by my friend Ray! He’s a real one for that! As far as the chapters, Chapter 7 was an A and so was Chapter 8! To sum up, Maul and Rylee escape with Maul, Rylee gets captured by the empire, Maul and Devon fight, Spybot rocks! 2Boots is an idiot! Brander and Daki need to figure things out. THE 11TH BROTHER! Maul fights inquisitors. Dark Tree Cave vibes. Etc… listen in and I’ll fill in the blanks and the rest on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

First off, I apologize. I had to go early because I couldn’t resist. I’m not sure if I can always drop them on Monday’s but Wednesdays were just getting too far away! So we dropped the episode today. Today’s Piece of The Day was the Black Series Savage Oppress! Brother of Darth Maul (I don’t think I said that in the episode. Probably should have. My miss🤦🏾‍♂️). But today’s convo talked about Chapters 5 and 6 and luckily one carried the weight for the other. Episode 6 was definitely, FOR ME, the better of the two! We got to see some really cool things over these two episodes though, including Marrok and maybe Devon getting a step closer to becoming Darth Talon (lol). Either way, listed to my reactions to all that we saw on this episode of the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Today’s episode opens up with a Piece of The Day FIRST! We talk about the Black Series figures for Maul Shadow Lord and what I think of them. Then we go straight in to my reactions to Chapters 3 and 4. I don’t want to give away too much, but I will say this… the action is ACTIONING! I also make another hasty prediction, that seems to be wrong once again… or was it? And we see so many impact points where many different conflicts that we’ve been watching develop and waiting for, finally converge. It feels like the shadows are beginning to recede and the more Maul is starting to come in to the light. So bask in this illumination with me on this episode of the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

For today’s episode, the PoTD was a Labubu style, Dress Up Stitch, made by Top Toy! Then we go in to the two CHAPTERS of Maul Shadow Lord that dropped on Monday. If I’m being honest, I didn’t get enough Maul, but I did still enjoy it. So listen in and see if you agree or disagree with my takes and see if you got my Easter eggs and small homages in the episodes. And know that we’ll be here every week for the next few weeks, going over these drop by drop so keep your notifications poised as we traverse this fantastic Star Wars journey together on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

After many failed attempts at trying to bring you my candid reaction to the new Spiderman: Brand New Day Trailer that just dropped last week, I’ve resigned to just bringing you this breakdown. We talk about a ton of things that was embedded in this trailer. A bunch of hints, some call backs, some salutes and foreshadowing galore! Also, is that Jean Grey… or is that Typhoid Mary? WHAT?? Listen in and mutate your thoughts … with the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

We had to get this episode out because Pokemon Day came and went. I wanted to make sure to just share about that. Most importantly though, since I didn’t have Bronson, I wanted to make sure to cover some of my observations for The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer. I’d been quite vocal about how disappointed I was at the SB60 spot, so I wanted to make sure that I covered the positive point as well. And believe me, this trailer is DEFINITELY a positive point! So strap in and give me your undivided attention as I piecemeal this show out for you!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Man did we have a day! PotD today was Black Series Savage Oppress. A great figure. Great size. A must have, in my book! Then we talked about a submitted topic, from Keanu (@klockwork808 on IG) who submitted a Heroes football squad. So he sent me a roster of all Heroes that would comprise a defense and offense and I gotta admit.. it’s pretty compelling. Then, as promised, I suss out the details of the upcoming Disney+ show, Maul: Shadow Lord! If you’re a Star Wars head or a Maul fan, you won’t want to miss this. I got facts, theories, predictions and hopes and dreams. Getting back into the swing of things, one episode at a time on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

How’s it going everybody. The podcast is back for 2026 and we are looking to have a great time! I start the episode by catching you up on what I’ve been up to then laying out what I’m looking forward to doing on the show this coming year. We then do our first PotD, Emperor Doom. I talk about the Lorcana event that I’ve been able to complete twice now, happening at EPCOT! Then the real show: we talk about WonderMan and I tell you my grade for the show! If you haven’t watched it yet, and mean to, please be careful, there may be some spoilers. But ultimately I lay it all out for you. It was a good time being back on and I can’t wait to bring you more… of the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we make sure to address what went down for the penultimate show of the season for the Skeleton Crew. I also give my grade and wonders for what’s to come for the finale. So listen in and let’s wrap this season up together on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Happy New Year! I decided that for 2025, I wasn't going to be denied. Today we run throught episodes 3 through 6 of the Skeleton Crew. This was made necessary by the numerous attempts to drop podcasts that eventually turned in to 30 seconds of audio then the rest of it as dead air! So come with me as we marathon our way through these episodes and make up for the lost time on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Yesterday ushered in the start of the Star Wars galaxy's newest show, The Skeleton Crew. Will it be a one and done like the Acolyte? Or will this show centered around 4 kids and Jude Law catch on like the fires of Mandalore? I'll recap and give you my thoughts on this episode of the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

RECORDED ON OCTOBER 1, 2024: Tonight I invite some friends to join me at From the Heart Hawaii to talk about collecting in Hawaii and just in general. We'll also talk about some crurrent affairs as well as do some giveaways. But the giveaways won't be without some fun. Looking forward to 200 more, but for now... let's celebrate this milestone for the Murphy Street Podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Today I begin by talking about the new Disney Plus show, Agatha All Along. I give some background, some thoughts, my grades of each episode as well as the series so far and some other highlights. Then, I show the intersection where Marvel meets Star Wars and share some influences from the Marvel universe on the Galaxy Far Far Away! So get ready to walk the road on this episode of the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

As we approach the 200th episode, we stride it out by going over a list by Screen Rants, Thomas Bacon that talks about the Star Wars universes top 10 Dark Side characters by power. There are some interesting names on the list. From unknowns, to unexpecteds. Listen in and let me know your thoughts on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight I broadcast from From the Heart Hawaii and talk about what the trailer of The Skeleton Crew revealed to us. Taking it back to Amblin vibes on this Murphy Street PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

This episode we talk about the news that the Acolyte will not be getting a second season. Some are elated. Some are heartbroken. Which side are you on. And if time permits, we'll talk about the Skeleton Crew trailer that we got from D23. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Today we read chapter 3 of the Star Wars book, Thrawn Ascendancy: Greater Good. In the first chapter we unearthed a possible plan to derail Thrawn. In the second chapter we get to see Thrawn in action. Let's see what this chapter has in store.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight, from From the Heart Hawaii, I go over some of the highlights and things to look forward to from the D23 Fan Event that just happened this past weekend. I'll talk about everything form park news, to shows and even Fortnite! So listen in and get the download on somethings you may have missed on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we pick up where we left off in our book, by exploring chapter 2. This early, we're still figuring out who the major players are. Will we see Ar'alani again? Will we get more politics. Only time will tell as we read on in this Good Reads Sunday on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we start by talking about Good Reads Sunday. We've taken up reading the Thrawn Ascendancy series, and started by reading Greater Good! Then we talk about Skeleton Crew. Star Wars fans are fatigued from the disappointment of The Acolyte, so we need a hit! But the studios are off to a shaky start when they decided to keep Jude Laws name a secret til now for no apparent reason. Let's hope it all makes sense in the future but until then, count on us to be here looking for the good in things until we know for sure on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Today we start the first episode of Good Read Sunday, where we read an entire book, week by week, one chapter at a time. We'll start this endeavor off with the Thrawn, Asendancy series. Being abnormal, like I am, I decided to start with the second book in the series, "Greater Good". So tune in and enjoy the beginning of this book with rave reviews on the Murphy Street PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Straight after walking out of the theater, Bronson and I come to Jack N The Box to get the Deadpool & Wolverine meals and give our reactions to the show. Listen in and see what we thought and if we suggest that you go see it, on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight I am joined by Bronson and Jesse to recapwhat we saw on The Acolyte and to give our reactions to every and anything. I knew this would be a doozie but I wasn't ready for some of the things we talked about. So buckle in and get ready for a good time with the guys as we discuss one of the most controversial Disney Plus shows on the Murphy Street PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

It finally happened! The Acolyte has concluded and how do we feel? I talk about some of the crazy things that we saw. Did they miss anything? Is there gonna be a season 2? Should there be? I share my thoughts and my grade on this episode of the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight I talk with Jesse Cedar Soberman (again) and go deeper on the Rabbit Hole about this past episode. We expose the ambiguity of the title and talk about so many other things, so listen in to find out what went down… on the Murphy Street Podcast!Also, here's the link to Jesse's Panel about vintage Star Wars 3 packs at Star Wars Celebration:https://youtu.be/tYalTinRBbE?si=iyPvQRH2WC4Kd6PxBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight I’m joined by Jesse Cedar Soberman again as we talk about episode 6 and some CRAAAAAAZY theories and things having to do with this show and other Star Wars works. So join in and hang on as the conversation goes left and right as we make our way through episode 6 of the Disney Plus show, The Acolyte on the Murphy Street PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Catching up on the week I missed, we talk about episodes 4 and 5 of the Acolyte. Were there any big reveals? Any big cameos? Did we get progress or were we hit with the filler bug this early? We talk it all through on this episode of the Murphy Street PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight on the Murphy Street Podcast we talk about The Acolyte, epispode 3. Was it what you hoped for? Probably not. But did you like it? Also, Oreo has a blind pull, Lightside/Darkside Oreos. I'm a darksider myself. But there's only one way to prove it. So I have two packs of Oreos and we'll find out. I figure if I'm wrong, I could always just stress eat em. And lastly, there's so much hate towards this series and I usually don't but I def have to address it! So let's do it. All on tonights podcast episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Today we're gonna cover the show The Acolyte that just dropped. After having watched it 3 times, I'm gonna give you my takes as well as a profile on the people we may need to keep track of from these first two episodes. Starting off strong on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight I'm joined by Jesse Cedar Soberman, the leader of the Hawaii Star Wars Collectors Club to talk about a few things. One, we have the HSWCC 5 year anniversary shirts. We'll also talk Acolyte coming up. And I leave you with another brain teaser on Who's Better? Dangling the questions on the Murphy Street PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight, live from From the Heart Hawaii, I gave a quick share on my thoughts on the Bad Batch's new episode, The Juggernaut. Did we continue on the same note that we did from the last episode? Done with the fillers? Sort of. Then we go through the trailer for Tales of the Empire and I talk about the things that make me hype for this opposite end look at the Jedi/Sith battle.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we go over episodes 11 and 12 of the Bad Batch and all I'm asking for is for it not to be a filler! Do I get my wish or am I just gonna be stuck in filler purgatory for this entire season. Then we'll talk about some of the cool things that happened this past weekend at KawaiiKon 2024! Always a blast of some kind... on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we went all the way in on this podcast! First off, we had a Bad Batch review that was so great but could be better. Which I'm encouraged about! We got Asajj as a good guy and we didn't lose any of the edge that made her so damn awesome! Then I share my experiences as a new NFT guy! Funko had their first Star Wars drop and I HAD TO get in. But how'd it go? Waiting for my turn on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we talk about the 8th episode of the Bad Batch titled Bad Territory. We've been waiting for some goodness, was this the show that got us going? Then, the first trailer since the reveal at Celebration dropped for The Acolyte. What did you think of it? Were you psyched at the lightsaber and force action or were you left feeling flat?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we're gonna talk about the most recent episode of the Bad Batch, The Return. Will this fifth episode break the 2/2 tie for filler episodes vs dope episodes? Or will we be scratching our eyes out asking why! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we'll talk about the 4th episode of the Bad Batch, titled A Different Approach. We'll flesh it out as best as we can as well as give it a grade. Then because it forecasts to be quick, I share an article that I found interesting about how Disney has been able to redeem the Prequel Trilogy. Do you agree? Or do you think you will after I share this article. Mulling is what we do on the Murphy Street PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight I remind everyone that The Phantom Menace will be back in theaters to celebrate its 25th Anniversary and pose a few questions. Then I talk about the Bad Batch, Season 3s first 3 episodes that just dropped. Especially if you've not seen it yet, you'll want to hear this. Coming back around again, on the Murphy Street Podcast! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we had the honor of sitting down with Jim Swearington, the man responsible for the Star Wars toyline. We find out his role, all the cool things he's seen and been a part of and any thing else that might come up. So whether you've seen him on Netflix or you have no idea who he is, enjoy this talk story with the Toyfather himself. Rubbing elbows with Star Wars toy royalty on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Today we're at From the Heart Hawaii to talk about the Finale trailer of the Dinsey Plus animated hit show, The Bad Batch! What'd we see? What'd we hope we seen? And what do you want to see?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight on the podcast I discuss an article that confirmed the Mandalorian movie and talks about some fans concerns. Now in this world, we know we can’t please everyone but are fans more excited or more disappointed? I talk about some of my thoughts regarding this and more on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Now that I’ve had time to really digest Marvels newest drop, I wanted to share with you my thoughts on the new Disney+ show Echo. A very different ride with this one so lend me your ear as we discuss what was good, what they missed and all my thoughts on this new addition to the live actionsphere. Always keeping you hip on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

With all the wonder and speculation swirling around the production of a second season of the Ahsoka show, I bring to you what i've found. So listen in as we pull from Rosario Dawson and Eman Esfanis responses in interviews to decode what we can. Going Davinci on the Murphy Street Podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

For the first podcast of the New Year, we call in some friends to come in and open some toys and have some fun. We'll talk all things collector so all collectors are welcome. I guarantee you'll find something for you. Never forgetting any of our acquaintances... This is the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

On Christmas I did a show on IG Live and TikTok as well as on the podcast universe, where we talked about Marvels What If..? season 2 on Disney + as well as the future of Star Wars in 2024. But while recording, my computer crashed and we lost the show. So I’ll make it up tonight and cover the same talking points but do know that you can see and listen to the original airing on IG.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Bronson and I explore the drop of the new McNugget Buddies, Kerwin Frost collab with McDonalds. Is it worth the hype and what is the hype? Then we talk about Rey having a new movie that NO ONE (Not even Daisy Riddley) knows anything about. So we speculate for you. Answering the questions of the universe is what we do best on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Happy Halloween! It was great to break the silence with todays show. We got to say hi to some great friends and we got to talk how Disney Plus has been getting us ready for today with the shows they've been putting out. What's your favorite Disney show?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight we close out the Ahsoka show on Disney Plus. I give you all I saw, what I wanted to see and everything in between.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.

Tonight Bronson and I go through all the hits and everything from episode 7 of the Ahsoka show. From the dopest cameos to the unexpected jaw droppers from this latest 45 minutes of awesome called Ahsoka. Geekin til the Purrgil come home on the Murphy Street Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-murphy-street-podcast--4194391/support.