Live From Vaders Castle
114 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -Welcome to 'Live From Vaders Castle', the weekly Star Wars podcast transmitted straight from the Dark Lord of the Sith's very own fortress. Join Dan and Jon every week as we explore the galaxy far far away, keeping up with the new streaming shows, the books and novels of the High Republic and more, and diving into the great history and lore of the Star Wars universe!
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Episodes
EP48. 'HELLO THERE' - Obi-Wan Kenobi Series Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
July 06, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon give their glowing reviews of the wonderful new Disney+ show, Obi-Wan Kenobi - diving deep into the shows rich themes, fantastic characters and big surprises!
EP48. Obi-Wan Kenobi - Series Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
July 06, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon give their glowing reviews of the wonderful new Disney+ show, Obi-Wan Kenobi - diving deep into the shows rich themes, fantastic characters and big surprises! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP47. Journey to Obi-Wan Kenobi - 'KENOBI TRAILERS AND KENOBI HYPE!' (Live From Vaders Castle)
May 10, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB< __truncato_root__> In this episode Dan and Jon participate in some time travel and deliver two Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer reactions from two different months in one episode, they discuss the trailers, excitement for the show and everything Vader, Inquisitors, and of course... KENOBI!
EP47. KENOBI TRAILERS AND KENOBI HYPE! - Reaction/Breakdown of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Trailers (Live From Vaders Castle)
May 10, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBIn this episode Dan and Jon participate in some time travel and deliver two Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer reactions from two different months in one episode, they discuss the trailers, excitement for the show and everything Vader, Inquisitors, and of course... KENOBI!
EP47. Journey to Obi-Wan Kenobi - Kenobi Trailer Breakdowns (Live From Vaders Castle)
May 10, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBIn this episode Dan and Jon participate in some time travel and deliver two Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer reactions from two different months in one episode, they discuss the trailers, excitement for the show and everything Vader, Inquisitors, and of course... KENOBI! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP46. The Fallen Star - 'More High Republic Heartbreak!' - Book Club Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
March 15, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBIn this weeks long awaited book club episode, Dan and Jon dive into the wonderful and climactic High Republic novel 'The Fallen Star', discussing the fantastic characters and the utterly depressing and disastrous tale from fan favourite author Claudia Gray! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP45. The Book of Boba Fett - Review of S1EP7 - 'In the Name of Honour' (Live From Vaders Castle)
February 25, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 78.2 MBIn this bumper-length episode, Dan and Jon discuss and debate the finale of 'The Book of Boba Fett', from all the awesome action and comedy, to some of the episodes more controversial moments! They also share some of their overall thoughts about the show as a whole! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP45. 'BOBA GOES TO WAR!' - Review of S1EP7 - 'In the Name of Honour' - The Book of Boba Fett (Live From Vaders Castle)
February 25, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 78.2 MBIn this bumper-length episode, Dan and Jon discuss and debate the finale of 'The Book of Boba Fett', from all the awesome action and comedy, to some of the episodes more controversial moments! They also share some of their overall thoughts about the show as a whole!
EP44. The Book of Boba Fett - Review of S1EP6 - 'From the Desert Comes a Stranger' (Live From Vaders Castle)
February 07, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBThis episode is in celebration of Star Wars Podcast Day, check out the great initiative on Instagram @starwarspodday #SWPD2022. In this episode, Dan and Jon gush over the fantastic and instantly iconic new episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' featuring the return of some fan favourite characters and the live-action debut of a Clone Wars classic! They dive into the themes, characters, thrilling moments and emotional connections to the wider Star Wars story, and much much more! Hosted on Acas...
EP44. 'IN FILONI WE TRUST!' - Review of S1EP6 - 'From the Desert Comes a Stranger' - The Book of Boba Fett (Live From Vaders Castle)
February 07, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBThis episode is in celebration of Star Wars Podcast Day, check out the great initiative on Instagram @starwarspodday #SWPD2022. In this episode, Dan and Jon gush over the fantastic and instantly iconic new episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' featuring the return of some fan favourite characters and the live-action debut of a Clone Wars classic! They dive into the themes, characters, thrilling moments and emotional connections to the wider Star Wars story, and much much more!
EP43. 'BOOK OF MANDO!?' - Review of S1EP5 - 'Return of the Mandalorian' - The Book of Boba Fett (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 31, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon discuss and breakdown the new fourth episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' - or should it be called 'The Book of the Mandalorian' - exploring the wonderful moments and deep lore of this beautiful Mando-centric episode!
EP43. The Book of Boba Fett - Review of S1EP5 - 'Return of the Mandalorian' (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 31, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon discuss and breakdown the new fourth episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' - or should it be called 'The Book of the Mandalorian' - exploring the wonderful moments and deep lore of this beautiful Mando-centric episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP42. 'BOBA FINDS HIS SHIP!' - Review of S1EP4 - 'The Gathering Storm' - The Book of Boba Fett (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 22, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon discuss and breakdown the new fourth episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' - exploring the flashbacks that told the story of Boba and Fennec's first meeting, badass Boba revenge, sarlacc pits and seismic charges, and of course a General Grievous chef droid! They all discuss THAT tease at the end of the episode and predict what it could mean...
EP42. The Book of Boba Fett - Review of S1EP4 - 'The Gathering Storm' (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 22, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon discuss and breakdown the new fourth episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' - exploring the flashbacks that told the story of Boba and Fennec's first meeting, badass Boba revenge, sarlacc pits and seismic charges, and of course a General Grievous chef droid! They all discuss THAT tease at the end of the episode and predict what it could mean... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP41. 'BOBA FIGHTS A WOOKIEE!' - Review of S1EP3 - 'The Streets of Mos Espa' - The Book of Boba Fett (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 18, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon discuss and debate the controversial, new third episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' - exploring cyborg gangs, wookiee fights and 30mph car chases - spoiler alert - one of them liked this episode and one of them didn't!!
EP41. The Book of Boba Fett - Review of S1EP3 - 'The Streets of Mos Espa' (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 18, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon discuss and debate the controversial, new third episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' - exploring cyborg gangs, wookiee fights and 30mph car chases - spoiler alert - one of them liked this episode and one of them didn't!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP40. The Book of Boba Fett - Review of S1EP2 - 'The Tribes of Tatooine' (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 08, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon explore the beautiful, new second episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' - exploring the brilliant job the show is doing developing and exploring Boba's character and the fascinating world building being done around the Tuskens! They also dive into some great easter eggs and obscure canon connections! LIKE A BANTHA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP40. 'BOBA JOINS THE TRIBE!' - Review of S1EP2 - 'The Tribes of Tatooine' - The Book of Boba Fett (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 08, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon explore the beautiful, new second episode of 'The Book of Boba Fett' - exploring the brilliant job the show is doing developing and exploring Boba's character and the fascinating world building being done around the Tuskens! They also dive into some great easter eggs and obscure canon connections! LIKE A BANTHA
EP39. 'BOOK OF BOBA BEGINS!' - Review of S1EP1 - 'Stranger in a Strange Place' - The Book of Boba Fett (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 03, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon kick off their coverage of the brand new live action Star Wars show 'The Book of Boba Fett' with their review of the first episode. Tune in as they dive into the best moments, characters and nostalgic surprises of this great premiere!
EP39. The Book of Boba Fett - Review of S1EP1 - 'Stranger in a Strange Place' (Live From Vaders Castle)
January 03, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon kick off their coverage of the brand new live action Star Wars show 'The Book of Boba Fett' with their review of the first episode. Tune in as they dive into the best moments, characters and nostalgic surprises of this great premiere! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP38. Journey to Book of Boba Fett - Greatest Boba Fett Moments Ever! (Live From Vaders Castle)
December 28, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBIn this episode, days before the release of the new Book of Boba Fett show, Dan and Jon count down their favourite Boba Fett moments in Star Wars canon, ranging from the films, shows and comics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP37. Journey to Book of Boba Fett - 'How Boba lost Han Solo' - Comic Lore and Predictions (Live From Vaders Castle)
December 19, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon begin their journey to The Book of Boba Fett with a discussion about Boba Fett's epic story during the War of the Bounty Hunters comic event, and the ramifications that comic may or may not have on the story of the new Disney Plus show coming in less than two weeks time!!
EP37. Journey to Book of Boba Fett - 'How Boba lost Han Solo' - Comic Lore and Predictions (Live From Vaders Castle)
December 19, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon begin their journey to The Book of Boba Fett with a discussion about Boba Fett's epic story during the War of the Bounty Hunters comic event, and the ramifications that comic may or may not have on the story of the new Disney Plus show coming in less than two weeks time!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP36. 'Hating Toro Calican!' - Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP5 'The Gunslinger' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
December 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Five' - breaking down the best moments from this fun, nostalgia-filled episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more!
EP36. 'Hating Toro Calican!' - Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP5 - 'The Gunslinger' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
December 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Five' - breaking down the best moments from this fun, nostalgia-filled episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP35. Thrawn - 'Sherlock Holmes meets Star Wars' - Book Club Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
December 05, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 53 MBIn this weeks book club episode, Dan and Jon dive deep into the fascinating canon novel, Thrawn by Timothy Zahn, discussing this new perspective of the Grand Admiral, his rise through the Imperial ranks, the Rebellion through the Empire's eyes, and Governor Pryce's haircut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP34. 'No one hates Star Wars more than Star Wars fans' Do we agree? State of the fandom discussion/debate (Live From Vaders Castle)
November 29, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon explore the well known phrase and really get to the bottom of whether Star Wars fans do really hate Star Wars, where the positivity and negativity in the fandom starts and ends, prequel/sequel discourse and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP33. Comic Review! - The High Republic Vol.1 'There Is No Fear' - Breakdown/Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon give you a new comic review, this time breaking down the story and characters of the first volume of Cavan Scott's High Republic comic series with Marvel. They talk Drengir, Trandoshan Jedi, Star Wars horror and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP32. 'A Wookiee and a Toydarian had a Baby' - Questions from Listeners and Disney+ Day Disappointment (Live From Vaders Castle)
November 15, 2021 09:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon discuss the disappointing lack of news to come out of Disney+ Day and instead take some fun and weird questions and topics from friends of the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP31. 'Mando Meets Seven Samurai!' - Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP4 - 'Sanctuary' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
November 07, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Four' - breaking down the best moments from this great, seven samurai inspired, episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP31. 'Mando Meets Seven Samurai!' - Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP4 'Sanctuary' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
November 07, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Four' - breaking down the best moments from this great, seven samurai inspired, episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more!
EP30. Star Wars Adventures at Comic Con! And Huge News - Hayden in Ahsoka! (Live From Vaders Castle)
October 31, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBIn this episode Dan and Jon reflect on their first comic con experience and what star wars adventures they got up to whilst there. They also discuss some of the biggest news stories of the past couple weeks, including book news and Anakin's return in the new Ahsoka show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP29. 'Secret History of Darth Vader' Part 2 - Darth Vader (2017) Comic Vol.3&4 - Lore/Breakdown/Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
October 26, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon explore the secret history of Darth Vader, as told in the brilliant comic book series Darth Vader (2017) by Charles Soule and Guiseppe Camuncoli. They explore all the new lore this series' back 13 issues, or 3rd and 4th volumes, brings, whilst giving their overall review on the final half of this great comic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP28. 'Secret History of Darth Vader' Part 1 - Darth Vader (2017) Comic Vol.1&2 - Lore/Breakdown/Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
October 16, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon explore the secret history of Darth Vader, as told in the brilliant comic book series Darth Vader (2017) by Charles Soule and Guiseppe Camuncoli. They explore all the new lore this series' first 12 issues, or 2 volumes, brings, whilst giving their overall review on the first half of this great comic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP27. 'Mandos Take Flight!' - Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP3 - 'The Sin' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
October 09, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Three' - breaking down the best moments from this incredible episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP27. 'Mandos Take Flight!' Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP3 'The Sin' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
October 09, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Three' - breaking down the best moments from this incredible episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more!
EP27. 'Mandos Take Flight!' - Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP3 'The Sin' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
October 09, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Three' - breaking down the best moments from this incredible episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more!
EP26. Master and Apprentice - 'Qui-Gon Jinn and Prophecies!' - Book Club Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
October 02, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon take a deep dive into the brilliant novel 'Master and Apprentice' by Claudia Gray, this past month's book club book, discussing everything from the character development of Qui-Gon and Obi Wan, the shadow of Dooku and the fascinating world of force prophecies! You don't want to miss this one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP25. Star Wars Visions - Series Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 25, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon review the latest show from Lucasfilm, Star Wars Visions, an anthology collection of short stories from Japanese anime studios! Hear their overall thoughts, and what episodes they loved and didn't love so much! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP25. Star Wars Visions - Series Review (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 25, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon review the latest show from Lucasfilm, Star Wars Visions, an anthology collection of short stories from Japanese anime studios! Hear their overall thoughts, and what episodes they loved and didn't love so much!
EP25. Star Wars Visions - Review/Overall Thoughts/Favourite Episodes (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 25, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon review the latest show from Lucasfilm, Star Wars Visions, an anthology collection of short stories from Japanese anime studios! Hear their overall thoughts, and what episodes they loved and didn't love so much!
EP.25 *NEW SHOW* Star Wars Visions - Review/Overall Thoughts/Favourite Episodes (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 25, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon review the latest show from Lucasfilm, Star Wars Visions, an anthology collection of short stories from Japanese anime studios! Hear their overall thoughts, and what episodes they loved and didn't love so much!
EP24. 'Mando vs. Jawas!' - Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP2 - 'The Child' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 18, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Two' - breaking down the best moments from this already classic episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP24. 'Mando vs. Jawas!' - Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP2 'The Child' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 18, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Two' - breaking down the best moments from this already classic episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more!
EP24. 'Mando vs. Jawas!' Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP2 'The Child' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 18, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Two' - breaking down the best moments from this already classic episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more!
EP.24 'Mando vs. Jawas!' Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP2 'The Child' - The Mando Rewatch (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 18, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon continue their rewatch of 'The Mandalorian' with 'Chapter Two' - breaking down the best moments from this already classic episode, their favourite characters and background characters and much more!
EP.23 'Who is the STRONGEST Bounty Hunter ever?' - 32 Bounty Hunters in a Knockout Bracket - War of the Bounty Hunters Debate (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 11, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon debate who is the strongest Bounty Hunter in all of Star Wars. They take 32 bounty hunters and pit them against each other in a knockout bracket until only one remains! Who do you think is the strongest? Who's your pick for the winner? Did they make a big mistake?
EP23. 'Who is the STRONGEST Bounty Hunter ever?' - 32 Bounty Hunter Knockout Bracket - War of the Bounty Hunters Debate (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 11, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon debate who is the strongest Bounty Hunter in all of Star Wars. They take 32 bounty hunters and pit them against each other in a knockout bracket until only one remains! Who do you think is the strongest? Who's your pick for the winner? Did they make a big mistake?
EP23. 'Who is the strongest bounty hunter ever?' - War of the Bounty Hunters Debate (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 11, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBIn this episode, Dan and Jon debate who is the strongest Bounty Hunter in all of Star Wars. They take 32 bounty hunters and pit them against each other in a knockout bracket until only one remains! Who do you think is the strongest? Who's your pick for the winner? Did they make a big mistake? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP22. 'The Mando Rewatch!' - Best Moments, Characters and Easter Eggs from S1EP1 - 'The Mandalorian' (Live From Vaders Castle)
September 04, 2021 10:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this episode Dan and Jon start a new sub-series of the podcast, the Mando rewatch, where over some time they will rewatch both excellent seasons of The Mandalorian and an episode at a time break down the best moments, characters and easter eggs from those episodes, here we start off with chapter 1 'The Mandalorian'! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.