Who Shot First? A Star Wars Controversy Podcast
71 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★ - 4 ratingsA podcast about all of the different Controversies in Star Wars. Now in one Place! Alex does the research and surprises Ethan with the knowledge. Remember, remain respectful and listen to both sides. We are not here to change your mind, we are here to humanize both sides of the argument and hopefully we can see the value in both sides. Got any new info or ideas? Let us know! @whoshot1swpod and [email protected]
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33 - Tusken Representation In The Book of Boba Fett #SWPD2022
February 07, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 29.4 MBHappy Star Wars Podcast Day! We are back with another topical episode about the representation of the Tusken Tribesmen on Tatooine in The Book of Boba Fett. Ethan And Alex talk about how the Tuskens get humanized from their earlier interpretations, how they are obviously representative of Native Americans and how they are discarded when they no longer served the plot. Is this acceptable? Is being better but not great good enough? All these questions and more on this weeks episode. We are c...
32 - Star Wars Eclipse and Quantic Dream
December 17, 2021 20:24 - 31 minutes - 25.1 MBWe Stand with the LGTBQ+ Star Wars fandom. On today's episode Ethan and Alex talk about the first High Republic era game to be made is given to a studio with a plethora of issues. We talk about the accusations of Bigotry, Racism and Sexism. We then talk about how Disney continues to fail it's most marginalized fans as they refuse to take stands about important issues. Here are the links to the articles that we used in the episode. https://screenrant.com/star-wars-eclipse-quantic-dream-davi...
31 - Finn's Portrayal in The Force Awakens
November 24, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 39.6 MBOn today's episode, Alex and Ethan take a deep dive into the subtle microaggressions that were put on the character of Finn in The Force Awakens that might not have been seen by non-people of color. We are 2 white men talking about the problems with the portrayal of People of Color in the Star Wars Universe. We by no means speak for people or color. These are our own perceptions and would like to elevate other voices so that they may be heard. Here are the links to the powerful articles we...
30 - The Marketing of Finn in TFA
October 20, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 29.9 MBWe are back after a short break with a new release schedule of once a month. On today's episode, Alex, Ethan and Sarah welcome Chris Ryons of Broaxium to talk about the false marketing of Finn to the African American Community for The Force Awakens. Was it a bait and switch? A bait and wait? Was Finn ever given the opportunity that was shown in the trailers? Find out all this and more on episode!.
29 - Ewoks
September 21, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 43.2 MBOn today's episode, Alex and Sarah talk about the lighter controversy of are the Ewoks good or bad? Are they beneficial to Return of the Jedi or simply a marketing device to sell toys?
28 - Clone Wars Domestic Abuse Arc
September 07, 2021 16:49 - 21 minutes - 17.5 MBToday we talk about the issue of domestic abuse representation in The Clone Wars. Rush Clovis hits on Padme and brings out all of the jealousy and anger from Anakin leading to a confrontation. Is this appropriate for children? Did they do it well? Correspondent Sarah returns to talk about this issue and bring new ideas to light.
27 - Unwhitewash The Bad Batch
August 24, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB#UnwhitewastTBB On today's episode we welcome Andrés from @SithtyMinutes to talk about the current controversy surrounding The Bad Batch tv show. Why do clones of a Maori man look like white people? Why does a white man voice people of color? Why is the one character that is voiced by a Jewish woman shows all the subtle signs of antisemitism? All this and much more where we called in the whole crew of Alex, Ethan and Correspondent Sarah. Check out this carrd made by tumbler user Clonehub ...
Bad Batch Reaction 15 - Return to Kamino
August 11, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 17.9 MBAlex flies solo on this reaction to the newest Bad Batch episode where we see an end to the Clone Wars Kamino era and dig the hole a little deeper with the Unwhitewashing The Bad Batch.
26 - The Anidala Relationship
August 10, 2021 15:19 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBTW: Domestic Abuse On today's episode, correspondent Sarah Returns to help us dissect the romantic/toxic relationship of Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala. We talk about all things from does Anakin Gaslight Padme, does he abuse her or is it all just a tragic love story. We even discuss the fan theory of Padme being under the Jedi Mind Trick. Links from the podcast https://padawanlost.tumblr.com/ https://problemsacrossthestars.wordpress.com/ https://www.inverse.com/article/22510-anakin-...
Bad Batch Reaction 14 - War Mantle
August 04, 2021 17:05 - 19 minutes - 14.8 MBEthan returns to talk about the latest episode of The Bad Batch and how it keeps having problems with timelines. Also stick around until the end for a Special announcement about one of our upcoming episodes!! hTWCcgrLo0E2eVx8Lqj2
Bad Batch Reaction - War Mantle
August 04, 2021 17:05 - 19 minutes - 14.8 MBEthan returns to talk about the latest episode of The Bad Batch and how it keeps having problems with timelines. Also stick around until the end for a Special announcement about one of our upcoming episodes!!
25 - Padme Amidala - 25th Episode Special
July 27, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 51.4 MBIT'S OUR 25th EPISODE!! In honor of such a wonderful achievement we will be diving into one of our most controversial topics, Padme Amidala. In today's episode we talk about Padme Amidala and debate whether she stays the amazing character she is introduced as in The Phantom Menace or if she suffers from a bit of sexist writing in the prequel ending Revenge of the Sith. Correspondent Sarah made an appearance so as to make sure Padme is properly represented. Let us know your thoughts! Article...
Bad Batch Reaction - Episode 12 & 13
July 26, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 28.5 MBCorrespondent Sarah fills in for Ethan as we talk about Episodes 12 and 13 of The Bad Batch. We discuss the poor reaction to the most recent episode 'Infested' and why we care about the problems we see in Star Wars if we are supposed Star Wars Fans.
24.5 - Our Thoughts on Attack of the Clones Part 2
July 13, 2021 20:28 - 51 minutes - 39.5 MBWelcome back to Part 2 of our thoughts on Attack of the clones.
Bad Batch Reaction 11 - Devil's Deal
July 13, 2021 01:20 - 17 minutes - 21.1 MBDue to scheduling conflicts, Ethan was unable to be on this weeks episode but never fear! Correspondent Sarah is here to save the day. Alex and Sarah talk about their thoughts on the latest episode of The Bad Batch.
24 - Our Thoughts on Attack of the Clones Part 1
July 06, 2021 14:30 - 58 minutes - 45.8 MBToday we bring in correspondent Sarah to defend the film Attack of the Clones that both Ethan and Alex have as the bottom of the barrel of Star Wars films. This will be in 2 parts as we have a lot to say about the film. Enjoy the episode and next week we will drop an extra episode of part 2 so the wait isn't so long.
Bad Batch Reaction 10 - Common Ground
July 05, 2021 21:00 - 19 minutes - 14 MBEthan and Alex continue to discuss their disappointment in the direction of The Bad Batch and how it is mimicking The Mandalorian Season 1 in all the wrong ways.
Bad Batch Reaction 9 - Bounty Lost
June 27, 2021 23:52 - 7 minutes - 5.76 MBEthan and Alex both lose their minds at how predictable and unfulfilling this weeks episode of The Bad Batch is. UnWhitewash the Bad Batch.
23 - ROTS 4-Hour Cut
June 22, 2021 17:02 - 31 minutes - 23.2 MBOn today's episode we talk about the new found passion for the 4 hour cut of Revenge of the Sith that is rumored to be in existence. We also go on a few small side tangents about The Justice League and The Snyder Cut. Does it really exist? Should it be released if it does? All this and more.
Bad Batch Reaction 8 - Reunion
June 21, 2021 23:21 - 14 minutes - 10.7 MBAlex dives deeper into his sadness of The Bad Batch being The Clone Wars Season 8 while Ethan starts seeing a brighter future with the best episode yet.
Bad Batch Reaction 7 - Battle Scars
June 14, 2021 20:39 - 12 minutes - 9.24 MBEthan enjoyed this weeks episode as Alex continues to loose faith in the long term story telling of Star Wars Animation and Star Wars itself. We also continue to bang the drum for a timeline of events for how long time has passed.
22 - Our Thoughts on The Phantom Menace
June 10, 2021 01:33 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBIn today's Episode, Ethan and Alex discuss their true feelings of the Phantom Menace. Though it may not sound like it in this episode, Alex has The Phantom Menace as the best Prequel movie. We are not super kind but we are also not mean to this movie. Alex tried to look at it through the eyes of a child and it turned out to be better than expected. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at [email protected]. Also ple...
Bad Batch Reaction 6 - Decommissioned
June 07, 2021 19:31 - 22 minutes - 16.7 MBBack again with a new reaction episode to the newest Bad Batch episode. We go down the rabbit hole of a timeline of events in the Bad Batch series. We also talk about the happy return of the Sisters and that one joke.
Bad Batch Reaction 5 - Rampage
May 31, 2021 15:09 - 28 minutes - 21 MBHappy Memorial Day! Alex and Ethan talk about the good and bad of the newest episode of The Bad Batch. We talk about the whole that Disney keeps digging with whitewashing. We also talk about the need to give a detailed backstory to everything in Star Wars whether it is necessary or not.
21 - Real World Politics of Revenge of the Sith
May 28, 2021 15:00 - 34 minutes - 25.3 MBHappy Second Star Wars day!! Today is the day the original Star Wars A New Hope debuted in theaters back in 1977. In honor of this, our episode today talks about politics in Star Wars Revenge of the Sith. Many people have complained recently about how Star Wars has become political. Well Ethan and Alex are here to talk about how Revenge of the Sith was actually controversial when it first came out because of the perceived political overtones. Moral of the story is that Star Wars has always b...
Bad Batch Reaction - Cornered
May 28, 2021 14:59 - 15 minutes - 11.2 MBJoin us in our convoluted and discombobulated discussion about the 4th episode of the Bad Batch where we cover all topics from Wrecker as a dad, Fenic Shand's Age and why does Dave Feloni seem to keep repeating himself. All that and More!
Bad Batch Reaction - Replacements
May 28, 2021 14:58 - 32 minutes - 23.5 MBOn today's Bonus reaction Alex and Ethan discuss the Bad Batch Episode Replacements. We discuss whether this episode was filler, if anyone noticed the Empire Strikes Back call back and Alex goes on a 5 minute rant about how this is not for kids. You have been warned.
20 - Our Star Wars Rankings
May 28, 2021 14:57 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBIn today's episode Ethan and Alex discuss their own personal rankings of all 11 Star Wars Films. We are taking a page out of @GrandMoffTalkin's book and giving our biased opinions on all of the films, both episodic and side story. If you prefer our both sides of the story bit, you probably should skip this episode as we truly let our feelings fly. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at [email protected]. Also plea...
Bad Batch Reaction - Aftermath and Cut And Run
May 28, 2021 14:57 - 34 minutes - 25.3 MBWe are back with out bonus episode reactions of Star Wars TV shows. We begin again with Ethan and Alex reacting to the first two episodes of the hit Disney+ show The Bad Batch. Alex even drops a bomb of a hot take that will likely go nuclear if anyone actually listens. Thanks for listening and be sure to give us a rating and review!
19 - Our Thoughts on The Clone Wars (2008) *May the 4th Special!*
May 28, 2021 14:56 - 42 minutes - 32.4 MBIn honor of May the 4th we are releasing an episode early this week where Ethan and Alex give their unfiltered thoughts on the hit animated show The Clone Wars (2008). We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly arcs that can be found. We even dive in a little to The Bad Batch which is also premiering today. Alex is against. Ethan is for. Let the debate begin.
18 - Mandalorian 'Retcon'
May 28, 2021 14:55 - 48 minutes - 37.1 MBEnjoy our new intro! On today's episode, Alex and Ethan Welcome back Shameem to the podcast and talk about the controversy of Dave Feloni and George Lucas changing the history and culture of Mandalorians. By changing how they were portrayed in the Clone Wars from what was portrayed in the books a firestorm was created. Many might believe that the controversy is over, as Clone wars has been accepted, but still there are lingering feelings on the subject. For comments, questions and ideas he...
17 - General Grievous in The Clone Wars (2008)
May 28, 2021 14:54 - 26 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this Episode, Ethan takes the reigns and goes to bat for his favorite Star Wars character and tries to put forward the argument that General Grievous was done a disservice in The Clone Wars (2008) and made to look much weaker than he should have. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at [email protected]. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening.
16 - Revenge of the Sith w/HelloTherePodcast
May 28, 2021 14:53 - 53 minutes - 47.8 MBOn today's episode we take a quick side track from our Clone Wars arc to talk with Joe and Louie of @HelloTherePodc1 about the different controversies they see in Revenge of the Sith. Why does Dooku let himself be killed? Why is the dialogue of Hayden Christensen bad again? Why does Padme give up the will to live? All this and more! and go give Hello There Podcast a listen on whatever podcast listening service you use.
15 - Clone Wars (2003) vs The Clone Wars (2008)
May 28, 2021 14:52 - 43 minutes - 34.1 MBOn Today's episode, Alex and Ethan discuss what ever happened to that Clone Wars TV show that aired before Revenge of the Sith? Is it good? Is it Bad? Is it Canon? All that and more, we even dive into whether Dave Feloni Was George Lucas' first choice to head Lucasfilm Animation. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at [email protected]. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever ...
14 - Cara Dune and She Who Must Not Be Named
May 28, 2021 14:51 - 33 minutes - 26.4 MBOn today's episode we talk about a more recent controversy surrounding the character of Cara Dune and more specifically the person who plays her, Gina Carano. We talk briefly about how we got to this situation but mainly focus on what can be done with the character of Cara Dune now that the original actor is now gone. Again, just so you know before listening, TRANS LIVES MATTER! That is not the controversy. We do not believe in the controversy surrounding the firing. We give our feelings on ...
Bad Batch Reaction 4 - Cornered
May 24, 2021 17:17 - 15 minutes - 11.2 MBJoin us in our convoluted and discombobulated discussion about the 4th episode of the Bad Batch where we cover all topics from Wrecker as a dad, Fenic Shand's Age and why does Dave Feloni seem to keep repeating himself. All that and More!
Bonus Episode - Bad Batch Reaction - Aftermath and Cut And Run
May 10, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 25.3 MBWe are back with out bonus episode reactions of Star Wars TV shows. We begin again with Ethan and Alex reacting to the first two episodes of the hit Disney+ show The Bad Batch. Alex even drops a bomb of a hot take that will likely go nuclear if anyone actually listens. Thanks for listening and be sure to give us a rating and review!
13 - Darth Maul Returns in Clone Wars
February 16, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 34.5 MBAlex, Ethan and Sarah discuss the controversy at the time of the return of Maul. Does dead mean dead? Is it ok because he is a good character now? Was it simply a marketing or ratting ploy? Find out on today's episode. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at [email protected]. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening.
12 - Does the Inhibitor Chip Help or Hurt Order 66
February 07, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 23.3 MBToday in a special episode celebrating Star Wars Podcast Day Alex and Ethan welcome Blake from the Dork Wars Podcast to talk about whether the inhibitor chip helps or hurts Order 66. Alex is on the offence this time going against Ethan and Blake who like the Inhibitor Chip addition. Can Alex turn them towards the Dark? Find out in the episode! For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at [email protected]. Also please le...
11 - Is The Clone Wars for Kids?
February 02, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 34.4 MBIn today's episode, Alex argues that The Clone Wars might not be super appropriate for young eyes while Ethan and Sarah come it's defense. Perhaps today's kids are more mature than in the past? Perhaps our definition of 'kid' should change? All this and more on Who Shot First?. https://warisboring.com/we-need-kids-shows-about-war/ https://starwarsprequelappreciationsociety.wordpress.com/2009/12/29/is-clone-wars-too-violent-for-the-younglings/ https://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/Movies/st...
10 - Hayden Christensen Acting: Horrible or Perfect?
January 19, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 31.8 MBIn today's episode, Alex and Ethan chat about the controversy of whether Hayden Christensen is a horrific actor in Attack of the Clones, if he was perfect or if he played the part to the best of his abilities and was severely hampered by script and directing. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at [email protected]. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are list...
09 - Attack of the Clones Dialogue
January 05, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 28.5 MBIt's time for Alex and Ethan to talk about Dialogue. Why is Attack of the clones so bad? Is it bad at all? Why can't George Lucas convey emotion? Show don't tell. We talk about the issues with the wording and if they were deliberate or just were poorly written. Enjoy.
Attack of the Clones Dialogue
January 05, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 27.8 MBIt's time for Alex and Ethan to talk about Dialogue. Why is Attack of the clones so bad? Is it bad at all? Why can't George Lucas convey emotion? Show don't tell. We talk about the issues with the wording and if they were deliberate or just were poorly written. Enjoy.
Bonus: Star Wars Fan Face Off
December 24, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 32.1 MBWhat? Two Star Wars fans that have differencing opinions can actually talk to each other about Star Wars? Was there blood? Profanity? Hatred? None of the above? How can this be? Alex interviews Jordan Diel about Midiclorians, The Prequels, George Lucas, and much more.
Bonus: Mandalorian Finale The Rescue
December 23, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MBAlex, Ethan and correspondent Sarah discuss that crazy finale of Season 2 of the Mandalorian. We chat about Luke Skywalker, Bo Katan, and Harry Potter?
08 - The Original Star Wars Holiday Special
December 22, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBHappy Holidays everyone! In honor of the season Alex and Ethan discuss The Original 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special. This is such an important controversy that we brought it correspondent Sarah to share her thoughts and debate Alex on the pros and cons of the Holiday Special. Sarah takes the side of it being terrible and Alex does his very best to defend it. Let us know what you think of how Alex did. It was very hard for him with the material he was given.
The Original Star Wars Holiday Special
December 22, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBHappy Holidays everyone! In honor of the season Alex and Ethan discuss The Original 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special. This is such an important controversy that we brought it correspondent Sarah to share her thoughts and debate Alex on the pros and cons of the Holiday Special. Sarah takes the side of it being terrible and Alex does his very best to defend it. Let us know what you think of how Alex did. It was very hard for him with the material he was given.
Mandalorian Reaction: The Tragedy
December 09, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 20 MBAlex and Ethan react to a wopper of an episode where HE returns! We talk about his return, the prospect of Grogu in peril, and what we will see in the final two episodes of Season 2
Attack of The Clones
December 08, 2020 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBToday's episode starts our Attack of the Clones arc where we dissect all of the controversies that revolve around the second film in the prequels. Ethan and Alex talk about the general controversies and discuss the general feeling about the film. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at [email protected]. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening. Here ar...
07 - Attack of The Clones
December 08, 2020 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.8 MBToday's episode starts our Attack of the Clones arc where we dissect all of the controversies that revolve around the second film in the prequels. Ethan and Alex talk about the general controversies and discuss the general feeling about the film. For comments, questions and ideas head on over to the twitter page @whoshot1swpod or send us an email at [email protected]. Also please leave us a review on Spotify, iTunes, google podcasts, or whatever location you are listening. Here ...