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Book Wars Pod, Episode 108: Biscuit Basket
December 05, 2019 20:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBDownload We’re starting our read of Timothy Zahn’s THRAWN: TREASON with Stardust vs. TIE Defenders, who’s actually treasonous, capes, and the Chiss Ascendency. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, comics, and video games. Check out our guide to past episodes, and subscribe on iTunes, Google […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 107: 30 to 50 Feral Sachés
November 29, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBDownload We’re wrapping up E.K. Johnston’s QUEEN’S SHADOW: discussing Padmé’s loyalty to a corrupted institution, and answering listener questions. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, comics, and video games. Check out our guide to past episodes, and subscribe on iTunes, […]
Book Wars Pod, Movie Mini Episode 1
November 15, 2019 23:58 - 48 minutes - 28.9 MBDownload In this first Movie Mini Episode, Kristen and Miranda watch, react to, and chat about the first 35(ish) minutes of Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens. (Rey and Finn just took the Falcon off the surface of Jakku.) Watch along with them while you listen, or stream the pod by itself and see […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 106: Does Anakin Have A Belly Button?
November 08, 2019 23:05 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBDownload We’re continuing E.K. Johnston’s QUEEN’S SHADOW, and noting how the shadow of the Clone Wars are already gathering five years before the fighting starts. But that’s not the only war on our minds: what if Padme had lived to found the Rebellion? This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 105: Jar Jar Cut Off Their WiFi
October 29, 2019 15:26 - 55 minutes - 41 MBDownload We’re starting our read of E.K. Johnston’s QUEEN’S SHADOW, talking about diplomacy and what makes Padmé and her handmaidens so compelling after all these years. Were they the heroes Star Wars needed this whole time, not the Jedi? This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 104: Darth Whiskers
October 17, 2019 16:08 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBDownload We’re wrapping up our read of Paul S. Kemp’s LORDS OF THE SITH, and finally diving into some of the problematic writing we’ve hinted at over the past few episodes. Plus, a look at what Belkor and Mors show about the Empire vs. the First Order, and a discussion about Ryloth, parallels to real-life […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 103: Naboo Nerd Daddy
October 10, 2019 20:46 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBDownload We’re finishing our read of Paul S. Kemp’s LORDS OF THE SITH, chapter 14 through the end of the book, discussing the morality (and mortality) of Darth Vader, the Emperor’s real motivations and goals, and whether we’ve transported into Harry Potter because there’s a LOT of spider content in here. This podcast is NOT […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 102: The Emperor Loves Space Golf, Famously
October 03, 2019 20:06 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBDownload We’re continuing through chapters 8-13 of Paul S. Kemp’s LORDS OF THE SITH, talking about the necessary strategic issues that come with running a resistance movement. And, further discussion of Vader’s relationship with the Emperor (yikes!). This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 101: Friendly, Upsetting Banter
September 26, 2019 16:13 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBDownload We’re starting our read of Paul S. Kemp’s LORDS OF THE SITH with an examination of where Ryloth and the Empire stand right now, the forever-extra shenanigans of Darth Vader, and a discussion of Cham Syndulla, Saw Gerrera, and terrorism vs. freedom fighters. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star […]
Book Wars Pod, Bonus Episode 20: Saber Tots
September 20, 2019 02:57 - 1 hour - 53 MBDownload To celebrate our recently-released 100th episode, Kate, Chris, Kristen, and Miranda take Patreon subscriber questions. Learn what our dream jobs in the Star Wars universe would be, who our dream authors are for the galaxy, and much more! Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 100: Anakin’s Personality Is “Leash Kid”
September 11, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBDownload For our 100th (!!) regular episode, we’re wrapping up Claudia Gray’s MASTER AND APPRENTICE with a discussion about the book’s genre, parting Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan thoughts (for now), and how watching The Phantom Menace is a total trip now. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 99: Galloping Bears
August 29, 2019 21:54 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBDownload After a brief, unexpected hiatus, we’re back to discuss the last bit of MASTER AND APPRENTICE by Claudia Gray! What are Rael’s true motivations? What’s the worst that can happen when we take prophecies literally? Plus, we discuss Pax’s characterization. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers chapter 26 through the end of the […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 98: The Frog That Hates Me
August 18, 2019 19:20 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBDownload We’re continuing our journey through Claudia Gray’s MASTER AND APPRENTICE with a wide-ranging discussion on the hypocrisy of the Jedi, the slippery nature of prophecy, and the Chosen One. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers chapters 12-25. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 97: Real Life, A Dream, Or Something in Star Wars?
August 08, 2019 19:14 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBDownload We’re diving into Claudia Gray’s latest foray into the Star Wars universe, MASTER AND APPRENTICE. This week, we’re discussing Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon’s relationship and what’s surprised us about their characterization, as well as spitballing about Jedi prophecies. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers chapters 1-11. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through […]
Book Wars Pod, Bonus Episode 19: Subpoint: He Thicc
August 08, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBDownload Join us as we discuss ILMxLAB’s first first Star Wars virtual reality experience, VADER IMMORTAL: EPISODE 1. What did we enjoy about the experience? Where do we think it has room to grow? What are we hoping for in the second and third episodes, to be released this fall? All this and more on this […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 96: Force-Tripping on the Bad Planet
August 01, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBDownload This week, we’re wrapping up our discussion of DOOKU: JEDI LOST by Cavan Scott. Join us as we talk about whose story this audio drama really belongs to, our final thoughts about the medium, and answer your social media questions. Plus: Kristen has an airhorn app. Please help us. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 95: Abstinence-Only Dark Side Education
July 25, 2019 18:48 - 58 minutes - 58.8 MBDownload We’re continuing our journey through DOOKU: JEDI LOST by Cavan Scott this week with a discussion of all things Jedi Order. How much are the Jedi responsible for creating Count Dooku? What should their role be in the galaxy? What were their failings toward the end of the Republic? This episode covers track 14 […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 94: Air Bud: Bark Side of the Force
July 18, 2019 19:06 - 59 minutes - 55.9 MBDownload This week, we’re starting Star Wars‘ very first audio original, DOOKU: JEDI LOST by Cavan Scott! Join us as we discuss this new-to-the-franchise storytelling medium, what we learn about Jedi lore, and how the story ties into Star Wars: The Clone Wars. This episode covers through track 13 and is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 93: Get to Doin’ Murder
June 27, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBDownload We’re wrapping up MOST WANTED by Rae Carson this week with a wide-ranging discussion on female characters and “likeability,” how we view Solo after reading this novel, and what we’d want from a direct or indirect sequel to the film. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 92: Qi’ra, Quira, Qu’ra!
June 21, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBDownload We’re discussing the second half of Rae Carson’s MOST WANTED this week! Qi’ra’s female role models, Han’s opinions on droids, and a lot of love for the novel’s fantastic secondary characters. Plus: Kate tells another embarrassing story about Chris. This episode was named after Kristen’s many, many misspellings of Qi’ra’s name… This podcast is […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 91: Squeeze Your Potato
June 13, 2019 21:14 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBDownload We’re starting our read of MOST WANTED by Rae Carson this week! Join us as we (of course) figure out what year it is, as well as take a deep dive into Han and Qi’ra’s characters, and how they differ between this book and Solo: A Star Wars Story. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. […]
Book Wars Pod, Bonus Episode 18: More of a Tangent than a Podcast
June 08, 2019 16:59 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBDownload It’s our second podcast anniversary! Join us as we discuss our favorite franchise, fandom, and podcasting moments from the past two years. Plus, we’re announcing the winner of our Star Wars Celebration giveaway! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 90: My Prediction? Pain
May 30, 2019 21:45 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBDownload We’re wrapping up our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed this week! Join us as we discuss what drives the Rebellion, Namir’s added value to the company, and your social media questions. Plus: Kate geeks out over Western modern and postmodern war literature. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 89: Let’s Hear it for the Planet Bois
May 24, 2019 16:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBDownload We’re finishing our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed, discussing chapter 30 to the end of the book and discussing Howl and Namir’s relationship, Chalis’s true motivations, and what it means to Twilight (and the Rebellion as a whole) that Namir decided to stay and liberate Pinyumb. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. […]
A Star Wars Celebration Giveaway from Book Wars Pod
May 20, 2019 16:00Hey you! Yes, you! Did you miss Star Wars Celebration Chicago? Struck out on getting into some of the big panels? Then we have a giveaway for you! One lucky winner will receive: a Galaxy of Adventures poster a Star Wars: The Clone Wars season 7 poster an Art of Star Wars Rebels mural poster a Del […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 88: The Buzz Buzz Sticks
May 16, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBDownload We’re continuing our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed, discussing chapters 21-29 and thinking about the moral challenges of liberating populations who don’t want to be saved, Thara Nyende’s crash course in what fascism really means, and the effects of the Empire’s empowering of loyal but stupid leaders. This podcast is NOT […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 87: Mild & On Topic
May 09, 2019 16:00 - 54 minutes - 51.4 MBDownload We’re continuing our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed, discussing chapters 8-20 and thinking about some of the similarities between Namir and Chalis, the consequences of being too cynical, and how a story without heroes means that no one is ever safe. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 86: Space Crack is Space Whack
May 02, 2019 16:00 - 55 minutes - 53.8 MBDownload We’re beginning our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed by, as always, figuring out where and when in the galaxy the story takes place, examining loyalty among the Rebel Alliance, and thinking about the unique aspects of a story with no heroes. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the […]
Book Wars Pod, Bonus Episode 17: If Only She Were Blue
April 25, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBDownload In this second part of our Star Wars Celebration coverage, we discuss every single trailer we got to see in Chicago: The Rise of Skywalker, Vader Immortal, Jedi: Fallen Order, The Mandalorian, The Clone Wars season 7, and what we could clean from Star Wars Resistance season 2. Plus, we discuss what we hope to see from the mysterious Project […]
Book Wars Pod, Bonus Episode 16: Back in the Nap Room
April 23, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 80.1 MBDownload We’re joined by Jess of Lousy Beautiful Town Pod to discuss our experiences at and reactions to Star Wars Celebration Chicago! What upcoming projects are we excited for? What are we a bit skeptical of? What were our favorite moments? Listen in to find out! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 85: Approximately 33% Good
April 22, 2019 23:59 - 1 hour - 99.9 MBDownload We’re wrapping up our read of AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig with a wide-ranging discussion on the nature of reading and writing trilogies, the emotional impact of the end of the series, and, of course, your social media questions. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 84: Darth Twink
April 10, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBDownload For this episode, we’re discussing the last quarter of AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig! Join us as we discuss the Battle of Jakku, the destruction of the Empire, and what creepy Force stuff Palpatine might have been up to when researching the Unknown Regions. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers “Interlude: The […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 83: Licking the Walls
April 04, 2019 23:43 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBDownload Our read of AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig continues this week! Join us as we discuss the transformation of the Empire into the First Order, the impossibility of neutrality, and murder children. Plus, lots and lots of Sinjir feels! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers chapters 21 through 31. Book Wars Pod […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 82: Would You Like a Danger Fruit?
March 28, 2019 20:53 - 49 minutes - 48 MBDownload We’re continuing our read of AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig this week! How is democracy corrupted by bad actors? How has Jas’s attitude toward her aunt Sugi’s legacy changed throughout the series? Will Mas Amedda ever escape his misery?! Join us as we discuss these topics and more. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free […]
Book Wars Pod, Bonus Episode 15: The Ken Barbie Doll of Evil
March 26, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 83.3 MBDownload We’re pumped to welcome Ally of the Knights of Wren podcast to talk about the first season of Star Wars Resistance! Join us as we discuss what we love about the series so far, character deep dives, connections to the larger galaxy, and what we hope to see next season. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 81: Stroking the Boom
March 14, 2019 20:46 - 1 hour - 65 MBDownload Kristen is back from Denmark just in time for our next book! We’re starting AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig, and discussing the usual light topics: New Republic politics, revenge, and impending parenthood. Also: Don’t be a jerk, don’t pirate books! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers the start of the book through […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 80: “Spork” with an F
March 08, 2019 20:30 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBDownload This week, we’re finishing our wrap-up of LEIA: PRINCESS OF ALDERAAN by Claudia Gray! Join us as we discuss Leia’s future balancing of parenting with politics and your social media questions! Plus, Kristen adds some screaming on the outline from Denmark. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. It also mentions plot points from BLOODLINE by […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 79: Oh Look, a Baby!
February 26, 2019 22:50 - 57 minutes - 53.9 MBDownload Join us this week for the first part of our wrap-up conversation on LEIA: PRINCESS OF ALDERAAN by Claudia Gray! We’re discussing Leia’s destiny, her politics beginnings, and the model of marriage Bail and Breha presented to her. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. It also mentions plot points from BLOODLINE by Claudia Gray, which […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 78: Shame Bell for You
February 18, 2019 20:50 - 1 hour - 81.1 MBDownload We’re reading the last half of LEIA: PRINCESS OF ALDERAAN by Claudia Gray this week! Join us as we discuss the morality of oppression and rebellion, Mon Mothma as a mentor for young Leia, and the relationship our favorite princess has with Amilyn Holdo. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers chapter 15 through […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 77: Nerdlings
February 10, 2019 10:13 - 1 hour - 73 MBDownload For Miranda‘s first official episode as a pod co-host, we’re discussing LEIA: PRINCESS OF ALDERAAN by Claudia Gray! This week, we’re charting Leia’s character growth throughout the known Star Wars timeline, her life of privilege (and what she chooses to do with it), and the different faces of war. Plus, Chris has a lot of […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 76: Tangents? In MY Star Wars?
February 03, 2019 02:30 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBDownload We’re wrapping up our read of THRAWN: ALLIANCES by Timothy Zahn this week! What’s it like when Thrawn or Darth Vader is your boss? What happens when you actually become a hidden cost of war? How does this book connect significantly to other parts of the Star Wars canon? Plus, we answer some fun social media […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 75: Classic Parmesan Yawn
January 24, 2019 21:52 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBDownload This week, we’re reading the last third of THRAWN: ALLIANCES by Timothy Zahn. In this Chiss-heavy episode, we’re discussing how the Chiss view the Force, Thrawn’s motivations for attempting to serve both the Empire and the Ascendancy, and his place in the Empire. Plus: Is–or was–Thrawn Force-sensitive? This podcast is NOT spoiler-free! This episode […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 74: I Guess I’ll Go to Prison Now
January 17, 2019 23:52 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBDownload We’re continuing our read of THRAWN: ALLIANCES by Timothy Zahn this week! We’re discussing Zahn’s writing style (and how it mirrors Thrawn’s mind), Padme’s connections to her children, and Anakin’s unfailing insecurity. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free! This episode covers chapters 7-13 and mentions plot points from seasons 3 and 4 of Star Wars […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 73: Padme Didn’t Ask You, B*tch
January 10, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBDownload This week, we’re starting THRAWN: ALLIANCES by Timothy Zahn! We’re discussing the setting’s close ties with both Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels, how younger Thrawn compares to older Thrawn, and the differences and (many, many) similarities between Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers the start of the […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 72: What If I Can’t Read? (feat. @DarthInternous!)
January 03, 2019 17:20 - 59 minutes - 60.6 MBDownload We’re wrapping up our read of Canto Bight with the second part of a two-part conversation with @DarthInternous! Tom, Del Rey’s associate editor, chats with us about publishing in the existing intellectual property space, what we love about Star Wars storytelling (and where it’s headed), and answers your listener questions! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free! Book Wars […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 71: I Want to Eat It (feat. @DarthInternous!)
December 28, 2018 01:21 - 48 minutes - 49 MBDownload We’re wrapping up our read of Canto Bight with the first part of a conversation with none other than @DarthInternous! Tom, Del Rey’s associate editor, chats with us about the novella as a form, Star Wars themes both new and old, and why we all love this book so much. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free! Book […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 70: I Don’t Need Luck, I Have These Nice Lizards!
December 20, 2018 18:21 - 56 minutes - 53.4 MBDownload We’re finally back to our regularly scheduled programming with a discussion of John Jackson Miller’s The Ride from Canto Bight! Join us as we talk about luck versus the Force, the cross-section of folks you find in a gambling town, and why we’re huge fans of Miller’s writing. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free! Book Wars Pod explores […]
Books Wars Pod, Bonus Episode 14: There Are No Winners In Shipping Wars
December 14, 2018 21:10 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBDownload In our latest bonus episode, we’re finishing our discussion on fanworks–and specifically fanfiction–with the brilliant and insightful Holly E.! We talk shipping wars (including That-Which-Must-Not-Be-Named), gender and how it affects perception of fanfiction, and how creators can better interact with fans who produce fanworks. And catch the first half of this conversation in our […]
Book Wars Pod, Bonus Episode 13: My Tumblr Is Fine
December 06, 2018 21:35 - 49 minutes - 46.1 MBDownload In our latest bonus episode, we’re talking fanworks–and specifically fanfiction–with the brilliant and insightful Holly E.! What counts as a fanwork? Why is fanfiction appealing, and why does it get such a bad rap? How have major franchises commodified fanworks? And catch the second half of this conversation in our bonus episode 14! This […]
Book Wars Pod, Episode 69: Very Soft Murder Dad
November 06, 2018 17:23 - 55 minutes - 53.2 MBDownload Our journey through CANTO BIGHT continues with Rae Carson’s Hear Nothing, See Nothing, Say Nothing! Join us as we discuss found family, a recurring theme throughout Star Wars; Canto Bight’s working class; and the impossibility of neutrality. Nice! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free! Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: […]