TFG Ep. 147: New Rumors of Kathy Kennedy's Supposed Firing Surface, Lars Mikkelson Praises the Writing of Ahsoka Series, Zack Snyder and Netflix's Rebel Moon Beats Lucasfilm to Making a New Star Wars Movie, and the Problem with The High Republic Novels

The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast

English - July 10, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings
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Previous Episode: TFG Ep. 146: James Mangold's Star Wars Film Update and the New Rey Movie Timeline, Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws Game, and Ahsoka is Basically Rebels Season 5

Next Episode: TFG Ep.148: Hollywood Strike Impact on Star Wars, New Ahsoka Trailer Breakdown, Disney's Fix for Star Wars, Leslye Headland Talks The Acolyte, and the New Hasbro HasLab Ghost Project

In Episode 147 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, Nate, Jake, and Chris dive deep into the latest Star Wars news and rumors. An Ahsoka star sheds light on the precise timeline of the highly anticipated show, giving us a clearer picture of when it is set within the post-Return of the Jedi era. And discover why Lars Mikkelson, the voice actor for Grand Admiral Thrawn, needed to tweak his delivery for the live-action portrayal of the character and learn why he thinks the writing of the Ahsoka series is so phenomenal.

In an unsurprising turn of events, rumors swirl about the future of the Lucasfilm boss, Kathleen Kennedy with whispers of potential consequences following a lower-performing box office for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. The Geeks dissect the situation and discuss whether they believe there are any real implications for the Star Wars franchise and Kennedy's future with Disney in her role. Also, Netflix is succeeding where Disney has struggled—to swiftly deliver a Star Wars film. Explore the fascinating journey of Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon and its transformation from a rejected Lucasfilm pitch to a highly anticipated Netflix release later this year.

Lastly, the hosts reflect on The High Republic publishing initiative a few years into its launch. They delve into a discussion on its success and impact within the Star Wars universe, determining whether it soared to new heights or faced challenges akin to a stormtrooper's aim. Don't miss out on this packed episode of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, brimming with exclusive revelations, in-depth analysis, and thrilling rumors that will leave you craving more. Tune in now and may the Force be with you, always!

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