Return of the Pod: A Podcast About Star Wars

Spooooky Spotchka Nights (LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales)

October 29, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

Recorded from Mustafar, it’s a special spooooky edition of Spotchka Nights! Our heroes enjoy some revels while discussing LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt for everything Ren, Dean, and flat LEGO feet. Also in the mix: Ahsoka news and Captain’s Corner! Many boooooooatssss…. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Visionary (Star Wars: Visions)

September 29, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 84.9 MB

Slow burn bucket head! Our heroes are back for an epic discussion on all nine Star Wars: Visions shorts. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt for a fast (long) ride through the series, plus Star Wars news catch-up and more. Harness your Magina. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Raiders of the Hot Take (The Bad Batch 1.16)

August 18, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MB

Starbinger Base under siege! Our heroes deflect attacks from all sides while discussing the S1 finale of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian for a crazy end to this season. Not everyone makes it out alive, and Faitlin may have escaped again. Better buckle up baby. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

It Raineth Every Day (The Bad Batch 1.15)

August 10, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

Rainy homecoming most deadly! Our heroes are ready to discuss the unexpected heartache of ep 1.15 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt for the rains falling one last time on Kamino as well as the legacy of J.W. Rinzler, comics news, crazy hotel prices, and more. For the rain, it raineth every day. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

You Get What You Pay For (The Bad Batch 1.14)

August 04, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 63 MB

Operation War-Mantle revealed! Our heroes jump into episode 1.14 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch and get to know the TK’s. Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian for all of that plus comics, merchandising, Ted Lasso, knit hats, and a really bad Jyn Erso impression. Lama Suck! Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Black Series First Order Snowtroopers (The Bad Batch 1.13)

July 27, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Big silly insects! Our heroes are back in flight and diving into episode 13 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian for a discussion about big insects, the Durand family, and Ruby the space lizard. Also, the mystery of the Black Series First Order Snowtrooper continues… Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Visit with Vanessa Marshall

July 23, 2021 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

Holy Hera! The woman behind Hera Syndulla herself visits the show for a special episode. Vanessa Marshall talks with Brian about Star Wars: The Bad Batch, Squadrons, Rebels, and so much more. Listen and learn how to properly pronounce “Choppeeehrrrr.” Here comes the General! Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Marble Ryloth (The Bad Batch 1.12)

July 21, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

Caitlin gone… again? Unfortunately yes, but Brian and Matt will do what they can to make this worth your time. They jump into episode 1.12 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, have a romp with merchandising, and they behave. Mostly. Also monster trucks. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Hand in the Clouds (The Bad Batch 1.11)

July 13, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MB

Trouble on Ryloth? Must be Tuesday! Our heroes jump into episode 1.11 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch and celebrate the return of a (young) legend. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt as they get into Ryloth politics, clone smut, and more. Also, Faitlin may have a competing podcast and refuses to pick a lane. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Untitled Matt and Brian Episode (The Bad Batch 1.10)

July 06, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MB

Matt and Brian only! Caitlin is in the woods fighting her clone, so she’s not in the episode. Our other heroes discuss episode 1.10 of The Bad Batch, and also talk Star Wars: Visions reveals. Omega gambling and Padme making shoes are also things. This pilot will never make it to air. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Little Lady (The Bad Batch 1.9)

June 30, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MB

Assassin attack! Our heroes run into trouble, but that can’t stop them from discussing episode 1.9 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian as they romp around the episode, talk Kaminoan history, and more. All of that, plus book news, merchandising name wars, and the holo call from hell. Who invited her? Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Hat People (The Bad Batch 1.8)

June 23, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

The man in the hat is back! Our heroes celebrate the return of a legend in Star Wars: The Bad Batch 1.8 and more. Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian as they dump on Crosshair, go back to the Padme romcoms, and enjoy… a very trippy Captain’s Corner. Sorry, little lady. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Oh Captain, Clone Captain (The Bad Batch 1.7)

June 15, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MB

Mysteries revealed! At long last, the legend of the HOTTEST TAKE IN THE GALAXY is told. Our heroes listen and scold, and then go all in on Ep. 1.7 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian for chip removals, dirty water, and plenty of Mantell Mix. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

The Goodbye Girl (The Bad Batch 1.6)

June 09, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

The Starbinger flies again! Our heroes are off on a replica of their old ship, and going all in on Ep. 6 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt for Wrecker’s latest headache, returning sisters, and rompers. Also in the mix is a long response to Muchi-gate and Caitlin deciding the fate of the Grand Collector. Listen and subscribe, Cid says so. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Unleashed (The Bad Batch 1.5)

June 02, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

The re-re-re-re-opening has begun! Our heroes enjoy the comfort of their new cantina while celebrating episode 1.5 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Join Matt, Brian, and Caitlin for all things Muchi, as well as High Republic updates and a special visit from a Romano fanboy. It’s all a little Muchi but whatever, we’ll do us. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Step into the Grey Side (The Bad Batch 1.4)

May 26, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

Bounties! Hugs! Clink! Our heroes jump into episode 1.4 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch and find some new friends along the way. Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian for all of that plus news, Mandy Moore, and tweeting with journalistic integrity. We would like to build the Clink. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Attack of the Conscripts (The Bad Batch 1.3)

May 19, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

The conscripts are ready to deploy! Our heroes, however, are less concerned with the fate of ES-01 and more concerned with Wrecker’s headache. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt for a breakdown of Episode 1.3 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, plus a full Dee Bradley Baker edition of Captain’s Corner. Get CAUGHT UP in it. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Dad Lessons (The Bad Batch 1.2)

May 11, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MB

Kid rescued, time to ditch the kid! Our heroes are laying into the second episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch and calling Hunter out on some tropes. Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian for all of that plus Galaxy’s Edge news and more. Cross-haaaairrrr…. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

We Need This (The Bad Batch 1.1)

May 06, 2021 16:00 - 2 hours - 83 MB

Clones attack again! Star Wars: The Bad Batch has begun, and our heroes are going along for the ride. Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian for an epic breakdown as well as May the 4th news, updates, and merchandising. Padmé had 27 dresses? Subscribe and listen! Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Star Spangled Marvel Mission (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier S1)

April 28, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 75.4 MB

Bonus MCU outing! Before our heroes meet the Bad Batch, it’s time to take a jaunt back to the MCU for a look at The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian for another trip down the Brifrost and a discussion about Sam, Bucky, Zemo, Sharon, Walker, Lemar, Val, Batroc, Isaiah, and therapy! Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

BONUS: Star Spangled Marvel Mission (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier S1)

April 28, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 75.4 MB

Bonus MCU outing! Before our heroes meet the Bad Batch, it’s time to take a jaunt back to the MCU for a look at The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian for another trip down the Brifrost and a discussion about Sam, Bucky, Zemo, Sharon, Walker, Lemar, Val, Batroc, Isaiah, and therapy!

Fly Now (The Future of Star Wars)

April 10, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MB

Secrets revealed! Our heroes learn what their planet is truly capable of, and discuss the kriff out of the future of Star Wars as well! Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian for a discussion on everything the future holds, from Book of Boba Fett to Kenobi, from Droid Story to Acolyte and beyond… possibly all the way a certain George R. Binks? It’s all too much! The season finale is here, but our heroes have barely begun. Many boats. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Death to Mr. Wickham (Star Wars: The Bad Batch Trailer)

April 02, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

Course change! Our heroes didn’t expect a trailer for Star Wars: The Bad Batch, so that takes priority this week. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt for plenty of speculation, plus Kenobi casting, Genndy Tartakovsky Clone Wars, baseball, Jane Austen, and The Mighty Ducks. Hear that call…

Death to Mr. Wickham (Star Wars: The Bad Batch Preview)

April 02, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

Course change! Our heroes didn’t expect a trailer for Star Wars: The Bad Batch, so that takes priority this week. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt for plenty of speculation, plus Kenobi casting, Genndy Tartakovsky Clone Wars, baseball, Jane Austen, and The Mighty Ducks. Hear that call… Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

The Romano Cut (Zack Snyder’s Justice League)

March 27, 2021 16:00 - 2 hours - 101 MB

Matt Romano’s creative vision! Our heroes take a journey most perilous to the DCEU for an epic discussion about Zack Snyder’s Justice League. Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian as they talk aspect ratios, cute Steppenwolf, and Batman money. All of that, plus Star Wars updates... provided they make it home alive. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

One Jump Ahead (Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order)

March 19, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MB

The journey of Cal Kestis! Our heroes examine the many jumps (and falls) of this former Padawan, as well as the story of his entire journey within the game “Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order.” Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian for a journey with the Mantis crew, as well as streaming news, Aladdin, and more. Zeffo balls and tons of falls! Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Marvel Missions (WandaVision - S1)

March 13, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 72 MB

A journey to the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Our heroes (Matt, Caitlin, and Brian) temporarily travel to the MCU to discuss all things WandaVision. There’s also High Republic takes, hugs, Thrawn news, and more. Maybe she’s born with it, maybe it was Agatha all along? Excelsior! Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

A Muppet Spotchka Night (The Muppet Show Star Wars Episode)

March 06, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MB

Raise the curtain, light the lights! Matt, Caitlin, and Brian enjoy a festive “Spotchka Nights” episode while discussing the Star Wars installment of The Muppet Show. They go from Koozebane and back with Muppet/Star Wars connections before things unravel even more than usual. All of this, plus news about Indira Varma, Kelly Marie Tran, and mysterious nannies. Who’s your tailor? Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Two Pig Guys Fighting (Disney Gallery - The Mandalorian S2)

February 26, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

Two months late! Caitlin, Brian, and Matt display their timeliness by discussing Disney Gallery: Star Wars: The Mandalorian Season 2. Also on deck: The Bad Batch, The High Republic, Willow, Cookie Monster, backstabbing, and a Canto Bight oddsmaker. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Two Pig Guys Fighting (Disney Gallery - The Mandalorian S2)

February 26, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

Two months late! Caitlin, Brian, and Matt display their timeliness by discussing Disney Gallery: Star Wars: The Mandalorian Season 2. Also on deck: The Bad Batch, The High Republic, Willow, Cookie Monster, backstabbing, and a Canto Bight oddsmaker. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

Clan of Three (The Mandalorian S2)

February 19, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

A long expected return! Our heroes (Brian, Caitlin, and Matt) have survived, they’ve launched a new show (this one), and they are continuing to discuss all things Star Wars from the comforts of Starbinger Base. Season 2 of The Mandalorian gets a sendoff, and they also cover news regarding Rian Johnson, Gina Carano, and more. Jabba the Pod was good… but Return of the Pod is better. Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod!

RETURN OF THE POD: A Podcast About Star Wars

February 05, 2021 19:00 - 1 minute - 904 KB

There is another! JABBA THE POD is dead… but RETURN OF THE POD has just begun. Join our Starbinger heroes (Brian Silliman, Caitlin Busch, and Matt Romano) for a celebratory visit to the world of Star Wars each and every week, where they’ll continue to cover everything going on in the galaxy far, far away. What can you expect? Discussions of the classic films, explorations of new films and television projects, all of the big breaking news, big interviews, and new canon reveals. Bet on it! ...

Return of the Pod: A Podcast About Star Wars

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