Unmistakably Star Wars
128 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 105 ratingsDedicated to promoting positivity in the Star Wars fandom.
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Episode 231: The Mythology of Joseph Campbell, Part 9
July 29, 2020 22:14 - 42.2 MBOn this episode, the USW team exploring the hero’s journey and the cosmogonic cycle. Unmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom. Be sure to check out our sister shows: Skytalkers Podcast, and Friends of the Force. Unmistakably Star Wars is a production of Be Heard Studios. Special thanks to our Patrons! David Anderson, Dave Hackerson, Michelle Grondine, Neil Lowery, Kyle Roussel, Aaron Sinner, Clinton ...
Star Wars on Tap: Featuring Maria!
July 22, 2020 19:44 - 30.4 MBStar Wars has the power to change lives - and if you’re in need of an uplifting story of how it happens, checkout this episode of Star Wars on Tap featuring Maria (@blerdgirljedi).
Episode 230: The Mythology of Joseph Campbell, Part 8
July 05, 2020 18:52 - 50.8 MBChapter 3, Parts 1 and 2
Episode 229: The Mythology of Joseph Campbell, Part 7
June 19, 2020 02:28 - 44.7 MBOn this episode, Devin is joined by Dave Hackerson and the two take a look at apotheosis in the hero’s journey. Unmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom. Be sure to check out our sister shows: Skytalkers Podcast, and Friends of the Force. Unmistakably Star Wars is a production of Be Heard Studios. Special thanks to our Patrons! David Anderson, Brandon Boylan, Jim Capron, Derek DeVerney, Dave Hackers...
Episode 228: The Mythology of Joseph Campbell, Part 6
June 10, 2020 17:27 - 58.8 MBExamining the theme of atonement with the father.
Episode 227: The Mythology of Joseph Campbell, Part 5
May 25, 2020 18:55 - 53.9 MBOn this episode, the USW team takes a look at the beginnings of Chapter 2, and the theme of initiation in the hero’s journey. Unmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom. Be sure to check out our sister shows: Skytalkers Podcast, and Friends of the Force. Unmistakably Star Wars is a production of Be Heard Studios. Special thanks to our Patrons! David Anderson, Brandon Boylan, Jim Capron, Derek DeVerney,...
Episode 226: The Mythology of Joseph Campbell, Part 4
May 18, 2020 19:09 - 65.2 MBOur series exploring the work of Joseph Campbell continues, and we take a closer look at the influence of mothers in the hero’s journey. Unmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom. Be sure to check out our sister shows: Skytalkers Podcast, and Friends of the Force. Unmistakably Star Wars is a production of Be Heard Studios. Special thanks to our Patrons! David Anderson, Brandon Boylan, Jim Capron, Dere...
Episode 225: The Mythology of Joseph Campbell, Part 3
May 11, 2020 19:09 - 65.2 MBOur series exploring the work of Joseph Campbell continues, and we take a closer look at the influence of mothers in the hero’s journey. Unmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom. Be sure to check out our sister shows: Skytalkers Podcast, and Friends of the Force. Unmistakably Star Wars is a production of Be Heard Studios. Special thanks to our Patrons! David Anderson, Brandon Boylan, Jim Capron, Der...
Star Wars On Tap: A Quarantined Conversation with Andrew Wainer
May 11, 2020 17:28 - 27.8 MBWhat happens when childhood friends reconnect during a pandemic..? Talk Star Wars, of course!
Episode 224: The Mythology of Joseph Campbell, Part 2
April 29, 2020 17:09 - 52.7 MBPart Two - Understanding Truth and the Power of Mythology The second installment of this multi-part series examines the works of Joseph Campbell and includes a conversation with former English professor, Chris Reno, as he discusses the concept of truth, and Campbell’s contribution to literature. Unmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom. Be sure to check out our sister shows: Skytalkers Podcast, and Fr...
Episode 223: The Mythology of Joseph Campbell, Part 1
April 16, 2020 00:52 - 44.1 MBA multi-part series examining the seminal work of Joseph Campbell on the Star Wars galaxy.
Episode 222: The Pitfalls of Getting What We Want
February 27, 2020 20:39 - 45.5 MBJeremy and Devin talk about how a lack of vision and planning can impact a film’s overall quality and acceptance by an audience. Also, is the long-awaited Obi-Wan series something fandom actually wants after all..? Special thanks to our Patrons! David Anderson, Brandon Boylan, Jim Capron, Derek DeVerney, Dave Hackerson, Michelle Grondine, Chris Leddy, Steve Long, Neil Lowery, Kyle Roussel, Regina Sanders, Connie Shih, Aaron Sinner, Clinton Skip Skipton, Christa Smolenski, Franklin Taylor, ...
Episode 221: Behind the Scenes of "Sands of Fate" - A Star Wars Fan Film
February 27, 2020 20:16 - 26.6 MBThe visionaries behind last year’s breakout fan film, Birth of a Monster, are back with an all new creative project. Join us as we sit down with executive producer Alec Eskander for a unique window into Sands of Fate, and learn how you can be part of the action! Learn more about Escape Velocity Content and how you can become a partner in Sands of Fate here! Unmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom. S...
Episode 220: How the Ending of TROS Mirrors Our Modern Culture
February 10, 2020 22:55 - 59 minutes - 53.7 MBAn exploration of the theme of 'identity,' and how Rey's decision is similar to that which culture promotes.
Episode 219: Into the Void
February 01, 2020 17:24 - 54 MBThe team chats about what lies around the corner in Star Wars - and how fandom mirrors that of the early '90s.
Episode 218: "Redemption" (The Mandalorian S1E8)
January 20, 2020 21:08 - 74.6 MBCarl leads the discussion of the Season One finale of The Mandalorian, "Redemption."
Episode 217: "The Reckoning" (The Mandalorian S1E7)
December 28, 2019 19:43 - 87.2 MBGina and Carl breakdown the penultimate episode of The Mandalorian.
Episode 216: "The Prisoner" (The Mandalorian S1E6)
December 28, 2019 19:34 - 74.6 MBUnmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom.
Episode 215: Our Top 3 Bravo & Bummer Moments in TROS
December 27, 2019 22:52 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBThe team shares their favorite and least favorite moments from The Rise of Skywalker.
Episode 214: When Friends Disagree - TROS Reaction
December 22, 2019 00:24 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBAs a precursor to a full reaction from the USW team, Jeremy and Devin share their initial reactions to Episode IX, and their very different experiences.
Episode 213: What’s At Stake In the Final Chapter of the Skywalker Saga?
December 14, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBThe gang returns! Barb, Devin and Eve sit down and chat a variety of thoughts concerning Star Wars’ upcoming release day! And so with EPIX right around the corner, each of us tackled what exactly is on the line when it comes to The Rise of Skywalker and what that could mean for the future of Star Wars (and fandom!) There’s also a few fun announcements at the end – a little glimpse at what’s been going on behind the USW curtain the past couple months – and all the good things on the horizon!
Episode 212: Assassins, and Pit Droids, and Mystery, Oh My! (The Mandalorian S1E5)
December 13, 2019 01:58 - 1 hour - 79.7 MBRegina, Carl, Megan and Eve discuss the many highlights of The Mandalorian , Chapter 5, Gunslinger. Unmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom.
Episode 211: Soup Du Jour! (The Mandalorian S1:E4)
December 05, 2019 16:55 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBOn this episode, Regina and Carl take a closer look at The Mandalorian, Episode 4, "Sanctuary."
Episode 210: Go On, Take the Money and Run (The Mandalorian, S1:E3)
November 27, 2019 02:25 - 1 hour - 63 MBOn this episode, Regina and Carl take a closer look at The Mandalorian, Episode 3, "The Sin."
Episode 209: Who's Looking Out for Whom..? (The Mandalorian, Episode 2)
November 19, 2019 21:23 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBOn this episode, Regina and Carl take a closer look at The Mandalorian, Episode 2, "The Child."
Episode 208: Well, That Was An Interesting Ending... (Thoughts about S1, E1 of "The Mandalorian")
November 15, 2019 18:53 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBOn this episode, Regina and Carl take a closer look at
Episode 207: Why REYLO is About More Than What Some Think
November 12, 2019 19:17 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBOn this episode, our friends from Skytalkers Podcast attempt to educate Devin about REYLO, and get past the common objections to this phenomena.
Episode 206: Why 'The Mandalorian' is the Star Wars We Need
November 06, 2019 21:19 - 75.4 MBOn this episode, Jeremy convinces Devin to watch the latest trailer for the The Mandalorian, and then discusses why this live action series is the Star Wars fandom needs right now. Unmistakably Star Wars is a proud member of the Star Wars Escape Pods Network, and is dedicated to promoting positivity in fandom.
Episode 205: TROS Trailer - Watch or Wait..?
October 24, 2019 17:55 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBJeremy attempts to get Devin to watch the final trailer for Episode IX.
Episode 204: Heroes & Villains – Part 5 Who’s the Greatest Villain in Star Wars (Not Named Vader or Palpatine)?
October 21, 2019 14:01 - 1 hour - 32.9 MBOn this episode of USW, Barb, Carl, Devin and Eve conclude our closer look series into Heroes vs Villains! We discuss who we believe to be the greatest villain in Star Wars (that’s not Vader or Palpatine) AND what our first experience of on-screen villains for each of us was like! Who, or what, impacted us the most, why and how has that shaped our likes/dislikes of various genres of film. Listen now!
Episode 203: Heroes & Villains, Part 4: What Makes for a Great Villain?
October 10, 2019 10:19 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBIn the most recent installment of our series, Heroes & Villains, the team takes a look at the traits that make fictional villains memorable, and even explores whether the definition of a ‘real world’ villain has changed over time. You can also see what the AFI says about the greatest villains in cinematic history. PLUS! Another round of Lead, Follow or Sacrifice tests the limits of this week’s panel, as they’re forced to decide which Star Wars character must meet their doom.
Episode 202: Heroes & Villains, Part 3 – Who's the Greatest Male Hero In Star Wars?
October 03, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 32.2 MBOn this weeks episode, Barb, Devin and Eve play another game – which game was chosen?! You’ll need to listen to find out! We also continue our closer look series into Heroes Vs Villains by asking the question of who we think is the greatest male hero in Star Wars! Com and join us…
Episode 201: Who's The Greatest Female Hero in Star Wars?
September 29, 2019 17:37 - 1 hour - 37.6 MBDo women have different standards to achieve the title of ‘hero’? How has that disparity changed over time? In the latest installment of our Heroes & Villains series, the team takes a closer look at the history of female heroes in the real world, and then explores our favorites within the Star Wars galaxy.
Episode 200: Team USW Celebrates A Milestone!
September 19, 2019 15:15 - 1 hour - 31.7 MBTWO. HUNDRED! Tonight’s show was a celebration with Team Unmistakably Star Wars! With 200 episodes officially in the bag, each podcast panelist and USW tribe member takes a look back – and ahead – at how we came to be on this amazing adventure! Featuring Barb, Beks, Carl, Devin, Eve, and Gina, sit down with us for a heartwarming, revel-in-the-memories chat!
Episode 199: Heroes & Villains, Part 1
September 10, 2019 15:35 - 1 hour - 112 MBThe team is joined by Kyle Roussel of the Tumbling Saber podcast, in Part 1 of a multi-part series, "Heroes and Villains."
Episode 198: How Will Star Wars Streaming Change Fandom?
September 07, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBOn this weeks show, Barb, Carl, Devin and Eve sit down and play the newest game in the galaxy! Hint: think weddings but not weddings! We also dive right into our closer look by taking a closer look at how Disney+ streaming will change fandom. So join us…
Episode 197: Best Star Wars Theater Experiences
September 01, 2019 18:52 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBOn this weeks episode Barb, Beks, Carl and Gina cover the hottest new stories in the Star Wars news pool! AND all of them revolve around Disney’s D23 last week! From Obi-Wan finally getting his own show on Disney+ to… Dark Rey in Episode IX – say what?! Lastly we have a full, beautiful trailer for The Mandalorian. that debuts in November! We take a closer look at what our best experiences in the theater were for Star Wars movies. Join us!
Episode 196: The Future Of Star Wars Storytelling
August 23, 2019 19:05 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBOn this weeks show, we talk all about the latest and greatest, as always, in the Star Wars news pool! From Benioff & Weiss’ role at Lucasfilm, Resistance coming to a close with the upcoming second, and final, season, to more murmurs about an Obi-Wan show coming to Disney+, this week is jam-packed with some good goodies! Our closer look topic also takes an ethical and interesting turn at the future of storytelling in Star Wars. Join us…
Episode 195: Why Pre-Disney Star Wars Is the Best Star Wars – Part II
August 16, 2019 17:30 - 1 hour - 37 MBOn this weeks show, Barb, Devin and Gina sit down and chat the latest and greatest in Star Wars news! From pricing and bundle news announcement concerning the upcoming Disney+ streaming service, and John Williams writing music for Episode IX to whether or not Galaxy’s Edge is a flop, the crew tackles it all! We also conclude our two part series in whether Pre or Post Disney Star Wars is the BEST Star Wars! So come along and join us…
Episode 194: Why Disney Star Wars Is the Best Star Wars
August 09, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBOn this weeks show, Barb, Carl, Devin and Eve sit down and chat the latest in Star Wars news and announcements! From word that Episode IX “will melt your mind,” and more back story on Holdo via a new comic, to details about the moral ambiguity of a featured character from the upcoming Mandalorian show, it was a good news week! Our closer look tackles a recent article that poses the argument of whether or not Disney Star Wars is the BEST Star Wars. And wowza, did we have a lot to say! Join us…
Episode 193: Star Wars Road Trip – Part III
August 02, 2019 17:01 - 1 hour - 39.8 MBIn the miniseries finale, Jeremy and Devin discuss the good and the bad about Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire virtual reality experience.
Star Wars on Tap: Featuring Tom Spina
July 29, 2019 18:00 - 42.7 MBOn this round of Star Wars On Tap!, we sit down with visionary and creator Tom Spina and talk about his fandom, his legendary design work, and which film prop he most covets. Be sure to check out Tom’s amazing design work here and here!
Episode 192: Star Wars Road Trip – Part II
July 26, 2019 16:05 - 38.4 MBJeremy and Devin continue their road trip to Hollywood!
Episode 191: Star Wars Road Trip – Part I
July 18, 2019 18:05 - 37.9 MBJeremy and Devin hit the road to Hollywood!
Episode 190: Exploring Macro Themes – Redemption
July 13, 2019 14:05 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBOn this weeks show, Beks, Carl, Devin and Eve sit down and chat all the latest and greatest announcements in the Star Wars galaxy! We go over an excerpt from the upcoming Thrawn: Treason novel by Timothy Zahn and there’s also a Snoke comic hitting the shelves soon, too. We finish our news section with whether or not CGI and practical FX can be differentiated when it comes to modern day technology. We continue our series into macro themes by taking a closer look at Redemption. It’s a long epis...
Episode 189: Exploring Macro Themes – Hope
July 05, 2019 18:30 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBOn this weeks show, Beks, Devin, Eve, Gina, Jeremy and Megan sit down and discuss the latest news going on in Star Wars! From Marvel debuting more of Luke’s Jedi training back story, what the Japanese title of the Rise of Skywalker could mean for the story, to Daisy Ridley calling EPIX’s ending “Epic,” we cover the gamut! We also continue our mini series on macro themes found within the Star Wars universe with “Hope” as our closer look! Join us…
Episode 188: Exploring Nature vs Technology In Star Wars
June 27, 2019 19:30 - 1 hour - 36.1 MBOn this weeks show, Barb, Devin, Gina and Megan sit down and chat all the latest and greatest going on in the land of Star Wars (and no, we don’t mean Galaxy’s Edge!). From Bryce Dallas Howard directing The Mandalorian and Pedro Pascal’s comments on the similarities of the show to Game of Thrones, from Star Wars Celebration Anaheim tickets being sold out (and then resold for 3x the price!) to Michelle Rejawn, producer of The Rise of Skywalker, who now is the Senior VP of of Live Action Develo...
Star Wars on Tap: Featuring Kaela Croft
June 21, 2019 17:46 - 14.3 MBOn this special round of Star Wars on Tap, we sit down with artist Kaela Croft, whose recent Guidance From Wolves was featured at Star Wars Celebration Chicago!
Episode 187: Exploring Macro Themes – Faith & Spirituality In Star Wars
June 20, 2019 16:15 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBOn this weeks episode, Beks, Devin, Eve and Gina sit and talk about all the latest goings-on in our favorite galaxy far far away! From a Marvel prequel mini-series comic coming for Jedi: Fallen Order, new vintage games debuting shortly (exciting!) and Alphabet Squadron pilots back stories to episode IX being edited on the fly, it was a good week for the Star Wars newsroom! The team continues our macro series this week also, by taking a closer look – and sharing personal journeys – about faith...
Episode 186: Exploring Macro Themes – Friendship
June 13, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBOn this weeks show, Barb, Devin, Eve and Gina sit down and chat the latest and greatest from the Star Wars news circuit! From recently announced rules concerning what to wear and what NOT to wear whilst visiting Galaxy’s Edge and a new LEGO Star Wars game coming soon, to Jedi: Fallen Order gameplay footage and early reviews, it was a good time for news! We’re also back with our look at macro themes within Star Wars for our Closer Look, this time taking a deep dive into Friendship! Join us…