Podcast Stardust
762 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsJoin Dennis Keithly and Jay Krebs on their fully armed and operational podcast devoted to Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion.
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Episode 159 - Thrawn Ascendancy - Chaos Rising
September 30, 2020 16:00 - 59 minutes - 44.3 MBThrawn is back in a new novel from Timothy Zahn outlining the Grand Admirals origins and how the Chiss Ascendancy is arranged. On this fully armed and operational podcast, we discuss: Whether Chaos Rising works as a Star Wars novel, The organization of the Chiss Ascendancy, The structure of the Sith families, Skywalkers and their roles in Chiss society, How Thrawn failed to understand politics, Whether Thrawn’s abilities to analyze art to discern tactics actually works, Thrawn...
Episode 158 - Clone Wars - Chapters 10-13
September 28, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 20.2 MBAnakin goes head-to-head with Asajj Ventress in a dogfight in the skies of Muunilinst while Mace Windu takes on a seismic tank on Dantooine. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Anakin’s combat prowess in space, Anakin’s custom Jedi starfighter, The Clones choice of fighter craft and the ships used by the Separatists, Obi-Wan’s frustration with Anakin disobeying direct orders, How Clone Wars might be interpreted as a myth or legend in the Star Wars galaxy, Th...
Episode 157 - The Mandalorian at the Emmys and a New Lightsaber
September 25, 2020 19:00 - 26 minutes - 19.4 MBOn this fully armed and operational episode, we cover The Mandalorian’s success at the Emmys, Mando Mondays, and Stellan Gios’s lightsaber. On this episode we discuss: The Mandalorian’s wins at the Emmys, The announcement of Mando Mondays on StarWars.com, Stellan Gios’s lightsaber design, and Mark Hamill and Patrick Stewart’s commercial for Uber Eats. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discu...
Episode 156 - World Between Worlds - September 2020
September 23, 2020 16:00 - 39 minutes - 29.6 MBIn our monthly roundup of Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products, we discuss plenty of products related to The Mandalorian, some Star Wars jewelry, and a knitting guide. On this fully armed and operational episode we discuss: Mandalorian products from Hot Topic, More Mandalorian products from Box Lunch, Jewelry inspired by The Mandalorian from Game Stop, Other Mandalorian inspired products at Heroes & Villains, The Mandalorian and Child patches from Tactical Outfitters, S...
Episode 155 - Clone Wars - Chapters 5-9
September 21, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutes - 18.7 MBOur discussion of Genndy Tartakovsky’s Clone Wars continues with a discussion of the introduction of Durge, Asajj Ventress, and an iconic look for Obi-Wan Kenobi. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: The introduction of Durge, the Gen’Dai bounty hunter, The lancer droids attack on the cannons of the Republic, How Count Dooku recruited Asajj Ventress, Asajj’s look and how it influenced her look in The Clone Wars, and Obi-Wan Kenobi’s iconic look as he mounts his...
Episode 154 - The Mandalorian - Season 2 Trailer
September 18, 2020 19:00 - 33 minutes - 24.1 MBThe long awaited trailer for season two of The Mandalorian has arrived. We discuss this, a preview for The High Republic #1, and the “Hunted” short. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Our reactions to the trailer for season two of The Mandalorian, Some of the images from the trailer, Whether the Millennium Falcon or Razor Crest has suffered more, The appearance of Sasha Banks, The poster for season two of The Mandalorian, The preview for The High Republic #...
Episode 153 - The Empire Strikes Back, Part 9 - I Love You, I Know
September 16, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBJoin us for part nine of our year-long look at The Empire Strikes Back. In this segment, Han Solo is frozen in carbonite and this deal gets worse all the time for Lando. On this fully armed and operational episode we are joined by Chris Leddy from Sixth Scale Scavengers, and we discuss: Chris’s experience and favorite scenes and characters from The Empire Strikes Back, Chewbacca’s recovery of Threepio from the Ugnaughts and how he took care of the droid, Lando’s double-cross of Han an...
Episode 152- Tartakovsy's Clone Wars - Chapters 1 - 4
September 14, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutes - 25.5 MBWe return to 2003 and the original telling of the Clone Wars with Gendy Tartakovsky’s Clone Wars from Cartoon Network. Join us for chapters 1 through 4. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: The format of Clone Wars, The art style of the microseries and its benefits, The introduction segment, The music of Clone Wars, The voice cast of the series including familiar names, How the storytelling differs from The Clone Wars, and The story of the first four chapte...
Episode 151 - The Mandalorian Season 2 First Look
September 11, 2020 19:00 - 33 minutes - 25 MBOn another fully armed episode of Podcast Stardust, we examine Entertainment Weekly’s first look at season two of The Mandalorian. On this episode, we discuss: The images from season two of The Mandalorian, Dave Filoni’s relationship with Jon Favreau, How George Lucas influenced Dave Filoni, The difficulties in recording the score for season two of The Mandalorian, Ashley Eckstein’s visit to Galaxy’s Edge for its first anniversary, and Josh Gad interviewing Daisy Ridley. Thanks...
Episode 150 - Darth Vader 3 & 4 Review
September 09, 2020 16:00 - 31 minutes - 23.4 MBDarth Vader’s mission of revenge continues in issues 3 and 4. Sabé takes him to Naboo and they meet more faces from Anakin and Padmé’s past. On this episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The motivation for Sabé to work with Darth Vader, Vader’s return to Naboo, The “Padmé and Anakin’s Greatest Hits” from Vader’s memories, Why Vader chose to kill some of the Naboo and spare others, and What Darth Vader might do next. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podca...
Episode 149 - Rebels - Fire Across the Galaxy - 0115
September 07, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 27.4 MBIn the finale of season one of Rebels, the crew of the Ghost rescues Kanan with the help of some unexpected allies. In this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Sabine’s return to the Imperial shipyard, The return of a specific TIE fighter, Hera’s ask of the crew for help, The crew as a family, and not just a team, Kanan giving up his fear to find strength in the Force, Chopper returning with the cavalry, and The surprise reveals at the end of the episode. Thanks ...
Episode 148 - Mandalorian Release Dates & The High Republic News
September 04, 2020 19:00 - 32 minutes - 23.6 MBThis week’s Star Wars news teases The Mandalorian details, shares concept art from The High Repubic and looks at upcoming video games. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: The announcement of the release date of season two of The Mandalorian, Concept art for Yoda as he appears in The High Republic, Additional concept art for other characters in The High Republic on StarWars.com, A new Star Wars: Squadrons gameplay feature, and Batuu and Black Spire Outpost at G...
Episode 147 - Doctor Aphra Audiobook Review
September 02, 2020 16:00 - 46 minutes - 34.9 MBDoctor Aphra’s adventures with Darth Vader are told from Aphra’s point of view in this audiobook original with a full cast. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Aphra as a character - her skills and abilities, plus her personality, Darth Vader’s relationship with Doctor Aphra, Why Aphra chose to relate this story to the listener, Aphra’s missions and adventures for Vader, How this book draws from existing materials, what context is missing, and what materials a...
Episode 146 - Rebels - Rebel Resolve - 0115
August 31, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 22.9 MBDespite orders from Fulcrum to stop the search for Kanan, Ezra disobeys Hera and strikes a risky bargain for information about his master. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Chopper’s loyalty to Kanan and Hera, Fulcrum’s orders to Hera to stop searching for Kanan, Ezra’s decision to disobey Hera, The risk Ezra takes in making a bargain with a criminal, Chopper’s infiltration of the Imperial cruiser, and The revelation of where Kanan is sent for interrogatio...
Episode 145 - Kenobi for a Limited Time
August 28, 2020 19:00 - 28 minutes - 21.4 MBWe reflect on some Star Wars Celebration memories before discussing news about Kenobi and excerpts from Timothy Zahn’s Thrawn Ascendancy: Chaos Rising. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Memories from past Star Wars Celebration events, Kathleen Kennedy’s recent interview with The Wrap, An excerpt from the upcoming Thrawn novel featuring a sky-walker, and Another excerpt from the Thrawn novel demonstrating Thrawn’s power of analysis. Thanks for joining us for a...
Episode 144 - The Empire Strikes Back, Part 8 - Always in Motion
August 26, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 52 MBStar Wars artist Joe Corroney joins us for this month’s discussion of The Empire Strikes Back as we cover Lando’s introduction and Luke’s decision to leave Dagobah. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Whether Yoda can see the vision Luke had of Cloud City, Han and Leia’s arrival on Cloud City, Lando’s introduction to the movie, Whether Lando had any motives for greeting Han the way he did, Why Leia only introduced herself as Leia, Luke’s decision to leave Da...
Episode 143 - Rebels - Call to Action - 0113
August 24, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 21.7 MBGrand Moff Tarkin arrives on Lothal with a plan: capture Kanan and destroy the Rebels. The crew of the Ghost have a plan of their own though. In this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Grand Moff Tarkin’s arrival and statements on the Jedi, Kanan’s plan to get the Rebels’ message out to the galaxy, The appearance of Alton Kastle, Ezra’s misgivings and fear of carrying out this mission, The trap Tarkin set for Kanan and the Rebels, Sabine’s assault on the Imperial c...
Episode 142 - Holiday Specials, Blue Pages, and Fascinating Facts
August 21, 2020 19:00 - 30 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this week’s Star Wars news, we discuss a new Star Wars Holiday Special, the upcoming Thrawn novel, Alphabet Squadron book 3, and more. In this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: The announcement of the LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special coming to Disney+, The confirmation of blue paper edges for Thrawn Ascendancy: Chaos Rising, The release date, cover, and description of book three of Alexander Freed’s Alphabet Squadron trilogy, Pablo Hildago’s Star Wars Fascinating Fac...
Episode 141 - World Between Worlds - August 2020
August 19, 2020 16:00 - 41 minutes - 31.4 MBAs summer winds down, Jay shares a new batch of Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products, including Stance socks, rugs from Ruggable, and Cozy Work desk pads. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: C-3PO sunglasses from Diff Eyewear, The Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker Crossed Lightsaber Necklace from Rock Love jewelry, Star Wars scents from Salty & Lit Candles, A San Diego Comic Con Exclusive Print featuring Darth Vader and Ahsoka, Star Wars masks from Prophe...
Episode 140 - Rebels - Vision of Hope - 0112
August 17, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode of Rebels, Ezra experiences a vision he believes foretells the future. Kanan advises caution as they move to rescue Senator Gall Trayvis. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Whether the treachery of a character was surprising or not, How Ezra looks at his vision and why he fell prey to it, The cleverness of Gall Trayvis’s transmissions, Hera’s wisdom in sniffing out a spy, and Ezra and Hera discussing hope and looking for the best in others. T...
Episode 139 - Star Wars VR and Rival Run Weekend
August 14, 2020 19:00 - 29 minutes - 22.2 MBThis week’s Star Wars news includes casting for Cassian Andor, novel excerpts for Thrawn and the High Republic, Darth Vader: Immortal release dates, and Tales from Galaxy’s Edge. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: The success of The Mandalorian on streaming platforms, A new actress cast in the upcoming Cassian Andor series, An excerpt for Thrawn Ascendancy, An excerpt for Star Wars The High Republic: A Test of Courage, runDisney’s Star Wars Rival Run Weekend,...
Episode 138 - Talking Ahsoka and the Armorer with Lauren Mary Kim
August 12, 2020 18:16 - 44 minutes - 32.6 MBLauren Mary Kim, the actress behind Ahsoka’s fight with Darth Maul and the Armorer’s combat in The Mandalorian, joins us on this episode of Podcast Stardust. On this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Lauren’s experience preparing Ahsoka’s fight scene with Ray Park as Darth Maul, Her time on the set doubling for Emily Swallow as the Armorer in The Mandalorian, The difficulties of working in armor on the set of Star Wars, Some of the challenges of mo...
Episode 137 - Talking Ahsoka and the Armorer with Lauren Mary Kim
August 12, 2020 18:16 - 44 minutes - 32.6 MBLauren Mary Kim, the actress behind Ahsoka’s fight with Darth Maul and the Armorer’s combat in The Mandalorian, joins us on this episode of Podcast Stardust. On this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Lauren’s experience preparing Ahsoka’s fight scene with Ray Park as Darth Maul, Her time on the set doubling for Emily Swallow as the Armorer in The Mandalorian, The difficulties of working in armor on the set of Star Wars, Some of the challenges of mo...
Episode 137 - Rebels - Idiot's Array - 0111
August 10, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 22.1 MBThe smoothest scoundrel in the galaxy guest stars in Rebels as Lando manipulates the crew of the Ghost into helping him run an Imperial blockade. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Billy Dee Williams returns as Lando, Whether Lando was charming, sleazy, or both, The role of Sabacc in this episode, The debut of Azmorigan, How Lando traded Hera for a puffer pig, and The reveal of Ezra’s lightsaber secret. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe ...
Episode 136 - Mando Novel Delays & Squadrons News
August 07, 2020 19:00 - 33 minutes - 24.6 MBDelays strike the Star Wars publishing world again, Ron Howard addresses Solo 2, Doctor Aphra wins an award, and Squadron details all feature in this week’s news. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Ron Howard on the possibility of a sequel to Solo: A Star Wars Story, Potential Disney+ series following the events of Solo, The release of Star Wars Poe Dameron: Free Fall by Alex Segura, The delay of Adam Christopher’s The Mandalorian novel, Doctor Aphra winning ...
Episode 135 - Jedi Wisdom
August 05, 2020 16:00 - 37 minutes - 28.2 MBThe Star Wars movies feature several notable sayings that convey the wisdom of the various Jedi masters. We discuss many of them in this episode. On the latest fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The wisdom of Qui-Gon Jinn and statements such as, “Your focus determines your reality,” How Obi-Wan’s oft maligned statement that “only the Sith deal in absolutes” should be interpreted, The relevance of Yoda’s admonition to Anakin that, “fear leads to anger,...
Episode 134 - Rebels - Path of the Jedi - 0110
August 03, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 24 MBKanan takes Ezra to a Jedi Temple on Lothal where Ezra must confront his fears in order to continue his journey as a Jedi in this episode of Rebels: “Path of the Jedi.” On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Ezra’s previous connection to the dark side of the Force, Whether the Jedi would really let their Padawans die in the Jedi Temple, The appearance of the Grand Inquisitor in the Jedi Temple, Ezra confronting his fears and overcoming them, The guidance of a fam...
Episode 133 - Trandoshan Jedi & Movie Delays
July 31, 2020 19:00 - 37 minutes - 27.5 MBOn this week’s coverage of Star Wars news, we discuss movie delays, Emmy nominations for The Mandalorian, and a Trandoshan Jedi. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: The announcement that the next three Star Wars movies are delayed, What we can watch and consume before the next movie, Karl Urban’s cameo in The Rise of Skywalker, The status of Taika Waititi’s Star Wars movie, Emmy nominations of The Mandalorian and Resistance, New Jedi details, including a Tra...
Episode 132 - World Between Worlds - July 2020
July 29, 2020 16:00 - 49 minutes - 36.6 MBOn the July edition of Jay’s monthly review of Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products, we look at San Diego Comic Con exclusives, Diff Charitable eyewear, and more. On this fully armed and operational episode we discuss: Recent acquisitions, San Diego Comic Con Exclusive merchandise, Diff Charitable Eyewear, New Barbie Star Wars dolls, Star Wars bicycles from Bicycle Booth,The Empire Strikes Back 40th Anniversary items from Loungefly,New Star Wars products from HerUniverse ...
Episode 131 - Rebels - Gathering Forces - 0109
July 27, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 23.5 MBKanan and Ezra set a trap for the Grand Inquisitor as Ezra struggles to forgive Tseebo. Join us for our discussion of Rebels, “Gathering Forces.” On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Kanan encouraging Ezra to make a connection again, Ezra acknowledging what he is really afraid of, Tseebo’s guild and attempts to make amends, The Grand Inquisitor taunting Ezra to use the dark side of the Force, and Ezra’s use of the Force and what it means for him. Thanks for jo...
Episode 130 - The Bad Batch and the Return of Anakin
July 24, 2020 19:00 - 28 minutes - 21.5 MBThis week’s Star Wars news ranges from John Boyega in future Star Wars, discussion of The Bad Batch, Hayden Christensen returning to Star Wars and more. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Jay’s new addition to the family with a familiar Star Wars name, John Boyega moving on from Star Wars and what that means, Sam Witwer’s comments on The Bad Batch, and The rumor that Hayden Christensen is returning to Star Wars. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subsc...
Episode 129 - Live from Dralacon Online
July 22, 2020 16:00 - 59 minutes - 46.4 MBPodcast Stardust recorded its first ever live show at Dralacon Online, presented by The Nerd Asylum. We discuss The Empire Strikes Back with Matt and Joe. On this fully armed, operational, and LIVE edition of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Dralacon Online, presented by The Nerd Asylum, Joe and Matt’s experience with The Empire Strikes Back, Darth Vader and the Emperor’s relationship, Darth Vader’s challenge to the Emperor, How Boba Fett ultimately didn’t live up to his hype, Joe ...
Episode 128 - Reactor Hits - From a Certain Point of View
July 20, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 20.5 MBOn this fully armed and operational episode, we review the first two stories from From A Certain Point of View and their place in A New Hope. On this episode, we discuss: “Raymus” by Gary Whitta, and “The Bucket” by Christie Golden. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts. Follow us on social media: Twitter | ...
Episode 127 - Shadow Fall
July 17, 2020 19:00 - 47 minutes - 35.8 MBThis episode starts with news of the The Bad Batch animated series, discuss the Aphra audiobook excerpt, and then turns to Alexander Freed’s Shadow Fall. On this fully armed and operational episode, Joe Tavano from Brews and Blasters joins Dennis to discuss: The announcement of The Bad Batch, a new animated series spinning out of The Clone Wars, The producers, writers, and directors of The Bad Batch, The potential for the new animated series, The excerpt released on StarWars.com for...
Episode 126 - The Empire Strikes Back, Part 7 - There is no try.
July 15, 2020 16:00 - 59 minutes - 44.3 MBDarth Vader briefs the bounty hunters, the X-Wing sinks, and Yoda utters: “Do, or do not. There is no try,” as we continue our look at The Empire Strikes Back. The Dork Lair’s Bill Drewnowski joins us to discuss The Empire Strikes Back this month. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Bill’s favorite moments, characters, and collectibles from The Empire Strikes Back, Boba Fett’s first appearance and line with the rest of the bounty hunters on the bridge of Vader’s Sta...
Episode 125 - Rebels - Empire Day - 0108
July 13, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 22.6 MBIn our review of Rebels: “Empire Day,” we discuss Ezra’s struggles with his birthday as the crew of the Ghost tries to sabotage the Empire’s new TIE fighter. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Kanan’s confusing comments on attachment, Old Jho’s cantina on Lothal, The crew of the Ghost attacking an Imperial celebration, Tseebo - Ezra’s parents’ friend that might have figured into Ezra’s destiny, and How this episode sets up the next episode in the series. Tha...
Episode 124 - The Mandalorian Publishing Initiative
July 10, 2020 19:00 - 23 minutes - 17.6 MBNews of a publishing initiative tied to The Mandalorian dominates this week’s Star Wars news. Plus, Spider-Man had never seen The Empire Strikes Back. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Bryce Dallas Howard’s concern about keeping Baby Yoda secret on the set of The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian publishing initiative, the announced books, and the attached authors, The Barnes & Nobles exclusive poster for Thrawn Ascendancy: Chaos Rising, and Tom Holland had never s...
Episode 123 - The Rise of Skywalker Six Months Later
July 08, 2020 16:00 - 38 minutes - 28.5 MBWith some distance from the release of The Rise of Skywalker, we discuss how the movie holds up, ranks, and our favorite parts. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: How The Rise of Skywalker benefits from the novelization, The similarity of this movie to Harry Potter, What parts of the movie we would change, Cameos in the movie and what bit parts we would like to play, Our favorite parts of the movies, and How The Rise of Skywalker ranks among the sequel movi...
Episode 122 - Rebels - Out of Darkness - 0107
July 06, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 22.6 MBHera and Sabine must fight off monsters when they attempt to retrieve supplies from the mysterious Fulcrum. Sabine battles trust issues as well. On this fully armed and operational episode, we break down Rebels - “Out of Darkness,’ the seventh episode of season one, including: The mysterious Fulcrum and the secret identity, Sabine’s trust issues arising from her time in the Imperial Academy on Mandalore, The antics of Ezra, Chopper, and Zeb, The dangerous fyrnocks at Fort Anaxes and...
Episode 121 - The Voices of Doctor Aphra
July 03, 2020 19:00 - 26 minutes - 19.3 MBOn this week’s coverage of Star Wars news, we discuss a stormtrooper cameo in The Rise of Skywalker and the voice cast for the Doctor Aphra audio drama. On this fully armed and operational edition of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: A previously secret cameo for a notable Star Wars composer, Other cameos in recent Star Wars movies, Who we would want to play in a cameo in Star Wars, The announcement of the voice cast for the upcoming Star Wars audio drama about Doctor Aphra, How some ...
Episode 120 - Queen's Peril
July 01, 2020 16:00 - 38 minutes - 28.6 MBE.K. Johnston’s Queen’s Peril seeks to expand on the relationship between Queen Amidala and her handmaidens before and during Star Wars: Episode 1: The Phantom Menace. On this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The portrayal of the Battle of Naboo during The Phantom Menace, The manner in which Naboo politics work in electing a Queen, How Queen Amidala’s team was assembled, The skills of the handmaidens, how they are all prodigies, and how they assis...
Episode 119 - Rebels - Breaking Ranks - 0106
June 29, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 23 MBEzra infiltrates an Imperial academy on Lothal to steal needed intel, but he makes some friends along the way, and they must all escape. On this fully armed and operational episode we discuss: How Ezra may have infiltrated the Academy, The introduction of Zare Leonis and his role in Star Wars canon, Jai Kell and his role in this story and Rebels overall, Kanan’s concern about Ezra, Hera and Kanan’s mission to destroy the Kyber crystal, and How this episode ties to other Star War...
Episode 118 - The Secret Voices of Mark Hamill
June 26, 2020 19:00 - 35 minutes - 26.4 MBOur weekly dive into Star Wars news includes Mark Hamill’s role in The Mandalorian and other Star Wars movies, book releases, and more. On this fully armed and operational podcast, we discuss: Mark Hamill’s previously secret cameo in The Mandalorian, Speculation as to Hamill’s other roles in Rogue One, Solo, and The Force Awakens, Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian, Bryce Dallas Howard directing another episode of The Mandalorian, The release of Alexander Freed’s Alphabet Squadron: S...
Episode 117 - Word Between Worlds - June 2020
June 24, 2020 16:00 - 40 minutes - 30 MBFor June’s edition of World Between Worlds, Jay rounds up plenty of products featuring the Child from The Mandalorian plus chocolates, coolers, clothing, and more. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: The Darth Vader Mini-Blender, The Exquisite Gaming Star Wars Cable Guys Chewbacca Phone & Controller Holder, Ahsoka and Darth Maul Racerback Tanks available at Hot Topic, Star Wars Trading Card Roses, Star Wars Coaster Sets on Etsy, The Child themed cooler ...
Episode 116 - Rebels - Rise of the Old Masters - 0105
June 22, 2020 13:00 - 34 minutes - 25.8 MBKanan and Ezra reach an understanding as master and apprentice while the Grand Inquisitor makes a big entrance in Rebels: “Rise of the Old Masters.” On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: How Kanan and Ezra interpret “Do or do not. There is no try,” The growing pains for Ezra and Kanan as a student and teacher, The arrival of the Grand Inquisitor, Zeb’s portrayal in this episode, and The fate of Jedi Master Luminara. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Su...
Episode 115 - Celebration Postponed, FACPOV, and Squadrons
June 19, 2020 19:00 - 38 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss the postponement of Star Wars Celebration, FACPOV for the Empire Strikes Back, and Star Wars: Squadrons. On this episode we discuss: The announcement of the postponement of Star Wars Celebration Anaheim to August of 2022, The reveal of From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back, and The announcement and features of Star Wars: Squadrons. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all y...
Episode 114 - The Empire Strikes Back, Part 6 - Only What You Take With You
June 17, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBOur continuing celebration of The Empire Strikes Back continues with Johnamarie Macias as we discuss Vader’s discussion with the Emperor and the cave scene. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Johnamarie’s experiences and memories of The Empire Strikes Back, Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine’s discussion about Luke Skywalker, Johnamarie’s insight into Palpatine’s concerns about Luke, The original appearance of the Emperor prior to the Special Edition, Yoda’s a...
Episode 113 - Rebels - Fighter Flight - 0104
June 15, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 20.4 MBOur Star Wars: Rebels review continues with “Fighter Flight.” Ezra and Zeb engage in hijinks and a rescue as they commandeer a TIE Fighter while looking for fruit. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Some of the Easter eggs hidden in the episode, Ezra and Zeb coming to terms as allies and brothers on the Ghost, Ezra constantly reminding Zeb that he saved his life, The alternating roles of elder sibling between Zeb and Sabine, Kanan and Hera’s roles as the pare...
Episode 112 - Heavy Burden of Secrets
June 12, 2020 19:00 - 29 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this week’s Star Wars news, we discuss The Mandalorian confirmations from Jon Favreau and a tease about Baby Yoda’s (a/k/a the Child) name. On this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: The results of the #CuarantineCay5k virtual race, Jon Favreau’s discussion of The Mandalorian, Sam Hargrave’s comments on the Child’s name, Ahmed Best on the Beq brothers from Attack of the Clones and Jedi Temple Challenge, George Mann’s Dark Legends announcement, The Running Stormt...
Episode 111 - Jaw Dropping Moments of Star Wars
June 10, 2020 16:00 - 49 minutes - 36.8 MBInspired by “I am your father,” we discuss the biggest jaw dropping moments in Star Wars from film to comics and television. On this fully armed and operational episode, our jaw dropping moments include: Vader’s “I am your father” reveal, Reveals about Ahsoka, Surprises concerning Princess Leia, A surprise concerning Han Solo from the Marvel comics, A collection of moments concerning Darth Maul, and A surprise or two from The Mandalorian. Thanks for joining us for another episo...