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Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Mandalorian Diaries: Season 3 "Chapter 20: The Foundling" - Ahch-To RadioWelcome back to The Mandalorian Diaries on Ahch-To Radio! Join Alden for Season 3 of our favorite father & son adventure, with reflections, analyses, and more. Today we're exploring Carl Weathers's "Chapter 20: The Foundling." How does this episode dive into essential ideas of parenthood, guardianship, & solidarity? How are Din, Bo-Katan, The Armorer, and Kelleran Beq all connected through their relationships with Grogu? And how does The Mandalorian saga as a whole continue to unpack the threads of starting over & choosing a different path? Plus, Alden addresses concerns about The Children of the Watch. Let us know what you think! And remember...2023-03-2850 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #103: Zoraida Córdova - The Journey To 'The High Republic: Convergence'In today's new episode of Ahch-To Radio, we're heading back to The High Republic! Alden is joined by author Zoraida Córdova to talk about her new book, STAR WARS - THE HIGH REPUBLIC: CONVERGENCE! We loved exploring the themes of home, identity, representation, & so much more. Plus, we get some great insights into the Star Wars creative process, in terms of character, world-building, & beyond. Be sure to follow Zoraida on Twitter, Instagram, Hive, & her website here. Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our YouTube channel! And lastly, find Alden @ThatAldenDiaz on Twitter and Instagram!
2022-11-221h 10Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastANDOR: Episode 11 - "Daughter of Ferrix" Discussion with Stardust Records - Ahch-To RadioWelcome to our new ANDOR discussion here on Ahch-To Radio. Today, Alden is joined by Savi & Linds from Stardust Records! We're talking about Episode 11 of Andor, "Daughter of Ferrix." This is absolutely one of the most emotional chapters in all of Star Wars, and we had such a great time discussing it. Let us know how this one affected you personally. Be sure to follow Stardust Records on Twitter & their podcast feed, follow Savi on Twitter, and follow Linds on both Twitter & Instagram. Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our YouTube channel! And lastly, find Alden...2022-11-201h 39Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastANDOR: Episode 10 - "One Way Out" Discussion with Nicky Kumar - Ahch-To RadioWelcome to our new ANDOR discussion here on Ahch-To Radio. Today, Alden & Nicky are here to dive into the tenth episode of the series, "One Way Out." What an incredible, inspirational episode of TV. We explored so many themes & ideas of freedom & rebellion, as well as those two instantly iconic speeches from Kino and Luthen. Let us know what you think! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be sure to hit up the Imperial Senate Podcast! Find them on Youtube, and everywhere you get your podcasts. Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and...2022-11-111h 09Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastANDOR: Behind-The-Scenes Creators Roundtable Discussions - Ahch-To RadioHello and welcome to a special presentation here on Ahch-To Radio, featuring some of the incredible behind-the-scenes talent from ANDOR! Alden & Nicky joined some of our fellow Star Wars podcasters for two excellent roundtable interviews. First, we sat down with Writer Beau Willimon & Producer Sanne Wohlenberg, and then we spoke with Production Designer Luke Hull & Costume Designer Michael Wilkinson! Thanks so much to the teams at Disney & Lucasfilm for including us in these great creative conversations. Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our YouTube channel! And lastly...2022-11-091h 06Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastANDOR: Episode 7 - "Announcement" Discussion with WHFG Podcast - Ahch-To RadioWelcome to our new ANDOR discussion here on Ahch-To Radio. Today, Alden is joined by friends of the show, Josh, Evan, & Edgar, of Where Heartbreak Feels Good, to discuss the seventh episode of the series. This is an episode packed with themes of love, integrity, commitment, & why we shouldn't run away. How do problems & choices find our entire cast of characters? This one unpacks so much. What's been YOUR favorite part of the show? Let us know! Be sure to follow WHFG on Twitter, YouTube, & their podcast feed. Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our YouTube...2022-10-241h 58Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastANDOR: Episode 6 - "The Eye" Discussion with Darth Choco - Ahch-To RadioWelcome to our new ANDOR discussion here on Ahch-To Radio. Today, Alden is joined by friend of the show & TikTok star Darth Choco to discuss the sixth episode of the series, "The Eye." Fear, commitment, death, politics, & the greater Star Wars tapestry. How does Cassian destroy his worst instinct & begin the journey toward heroism? This one has so much to say. What's been YOUR favorite part of the show? Let us know! Be sure to follow Choco on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, & YouTube! Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our new YouTube channel! And lastly, find Alden...2022-10-171h 42Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastANDOR: Episodes 4 & 5 Discussion with Mark Perez - Ahch-To RadioWelcome to our new ANDOR discussion here on Ahch-To Radio. Today, Alden is joined by friend of the show Mark Perez to discuss the fourth & fifth episodes of the show. Characters, themes, ideological statements, terrible husbands, & so much more! So many storylines dissecting what it means to fight. What's been YOUR favorite part? Let us know what you think! Be sure to follow Mark on Twitter & Instagram. Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our new YouTube channel! And lastly, find Alden @ThatAldenDiaz on Twitter and Instagram!
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DONATE to help...2022-09-261h 43Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #99: Mercedes Varnado - The Mandalorian's Koska ReevesWelcome to a brand new episode of Ahch-To Radio! This one's a special one for Star Wars & pro-wrestling crossover fans, because Alden is joined by Koska Reeves herself, MERCEDES VARNADO! Whether you know her from The Mandalorian, or from her work in the wrestling ring, Mercedes cannot be stopped. This is such a great conversation. You'll hear her talk about things like crafting women heroes, fighting Boba Fett, saving Grogu, being a creative person, & so much more! Favreau, Bryce Dallas Howard, and even Snoop Dogg all get some love! Enjoy! Be sure to keep up with Mercedes on Twitter...2022-09-0933 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastLEGO Star Wars Summer Vacation - David Shayne & Ken Cunningham Interview | Ahch-To RadioAlden & Tori were lucky enough to sit down with David Shayne & Ken Cunningham, the writer & director of LEGO STAR WARS SUMMER VACATION! Find out what they had to say about Finn's journey, the music, mixing characters, themes, The Halcyon, Weird Al, & more! Find Tori's shop, Creature Cartel, right here. And follow her & the shop on Instagram, @the.mandatorian & @CreatureCartelShop respectively! Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our YouTube channel! And lastly, find Alden @ThatAldenDiaz on Twitter and Instagram!
Abortion IS healthcare. Reproductive rights are HUMAN RIGHTS. Support the What Choice fundraiser, benefitting the National...2022-08-0416 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Elephant In The Galaxy Part 2: Unpacking The Alt-Right Geek Pipeline - Ahch-To Radio #98Welcome to Part 2 of a special two-part crossover with The Nerd Academy Podcast, in which we're discussing some important online culture issues. Alden & Jarod Baughman-Stubbs have teamed up to discuss why the Star Wars Fandom was a perfect target for Alt-Right infiltration, and how the weaponization of fandom by the right serves as fertile ground for recruitment. In Part 2, Jarod & Alden reflect on GamerGate as the ancestor of The Fandom Menace movement, and they discuss the key connections GamerGate has with the Prequel backlash & the anti-Sequel fallout. This is a conversation we needed to have. Thanks for listening.
2022-07-231h 43Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Elephant In The Galaxy Part 1: Online Hate Origins & Star Wars Fandom - Ahch-To Radio #97Welcome to Part 1 of a special two-part crossover with The Nerd Academy Podcast, in which we're discussing some important online culture issues. Alden & Jarod Baughman-Stubbs have teamed up to discuss why the Star Wars Fandom was a perfect target for Alt-Right infiltration, and how the weaponization of fandom by the right serves as fertile ground for recruitment. In Part I, Jarod & Alden reflect on the toxic backlash to the Special Editions & the Prequel Trilogy, and how the entitled mentality of desperately clinging to nostalgia primed many fans for the reactionary backlash of The Fandom Menace. This is a conversation...2022-07-201h 13
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastObi-Wan Kenobi: Part VI Discussion with THR's Richard Newby - Ahch-To RadioHello there & welcome to the FINAL Obi-Wan Kenobi discussion on Ahch-To Radio. This week, Alden is joined by Richard Newby of The Hollywood Reporter! SO many ideas to explore here, from ending cycles of violence, to choosing personal betterment, & everything in between. Equal parts personal and epic! What did you think of the duel? And what was your favorite emotional moment? Let us know! Be sure to check out Richard all over the internet, be it on his Twitter, @RICHARDLNEWBY, or via his articles over in THR's Heat Vision section (which includes his horror coverage, his comic book pieces...2022-06-291h 37Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastObi-Wan Kenobi: Part V Discussion with Pink Milk's Em & Mark - Ahch-To RadioHello there & welcome to another Obi-Wan Kenobi discussion on Ahch-To Radio. This week, Alden is taking a deep dive into the fifth episode of the series with Em & Mark from Pink Milk! This is a rich conversation on cycles of trauma, interpersonal relationships, ethics, and so much more. We love our themes! What did you think of the flashbacks? How have the threads of revenge affected you? And what was your favorite action moment? Let us know! Find Em on Twitter & Instagram, Mark on Twitter & Instagram, and don't forget to check out Pink Milk on YouTube & wherever you get...2022-06-211h 45Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastObi-Wan Kenobi: Part IV Discussion with Michael McCoy - Ahch-To RadioHello there & welcome to another Obi-Wan Kenobi discussion here on Ahch-To Radio! This week, Alden is joined by writer & podcaster Michael McCoy for a discussion on the fourth episode of the series. This one is all about tension, action, and that classic pulpy pacing. What did you think of Leia vs. Reva? How have the themes of identity affected you? And what was your favorite action beat? Let us know! Find Michael on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. And be sure to check out his YouTube channel, All Remaining Systems, where you can listen to his wonderful Star Wars short...2022-06-121h 12Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastObi-Wan Kenobi: Parts I, II, & III Discussion with Nicky Kumar - Ahch-To RadioHello there! Welcome to our first Obi-Wan Kenobi discussion episode here on Ahch-To Radio! Thanks to travel, Celebration, & sickness, Alden & Nicky are here with a mega-chat on the first THREE episodes. A huge conversation on Obi, Vader, Leia, Reva, & all of the wonderful details in this show that have sent the Star Wars fandom buzzing. Yes, we even talk about Freck. What have you thought of this beautiful series thus far? How has Obi-Wan & Leia's relationship resonated with you? Let us know! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be sure to hit up the Imperial...2022-06-082h 32Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #95: Chase Hauser - The Journey of That Gay JediWelcome to the latest installment of Ahch-To Radio! On today's episode, Alden is joined by friend of the show, Chase Hauser a.k.a. That Gay Jedi! Chase is a podcaster & content creator that you can find on their own channel, Pink Milk, and Fear Queers! Today we're diving into Chase's Star Wars story, from trying to connect to the galaxy as a queer child, to finding love & comfort in the prequel era. This conversation has it all! Plus, we debut the Ahch-To Radio Questionnaire! Let us know what you think. Be sure to follow Chase on Twitter, Instagram...2022-05-231h 02Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #93: Audience Q&A Special with Kelly Knox!Welcome back to Ahch-To Radio! In today's Q&A special, Alden is answering YOUR Star Wars questions with Kelly Knox from StarWars.com! Kelly is here to help us dive into topics like Star Wars video games, the origins of Anakin Skywalker, emotional movie moments, & more! If you have a question you want answered on a future show, let us know. Be sure to check out Kelly's website here, and follow her over on Twitter! Plus, read all of her amazing work on StarWars.com. Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our YouTube channel! And lastly...2022-05-0359 min
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Idiot's Array" S1E11 - A Rewatch Between Worlds #10Welcome back to A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! Alden & Nicky return to discuss the eleventh episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Idiot's Array." What did we think of Lando's grand appearance? How does the narrative challenge & change the Ghost crew? And how does it reframe our understanding of guest appearances in Star Wars storytelling? So much to explore with our favorite old smoothie! And we have puffer pigs! Let us know if you're watching along! What did you enjoy? We'd love to hear from you! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be sure to hit up the...2022-04-2457 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #92: A.J. LoCascio - Han Solo, Harrison Ford, & LEGO Star WarsIt's time to fly casual on a new episode of Ahch-To Radio! Today, Alden is joined by the voice of Han Solo in LEGO Star Wars & Forces of Destiny, A.J. LoCascio. A.J. opens up about his journey as an actor, playing Han Solo in multiple projects, the influence of Harrison Ford, the voice acting industry, & so much more. If you're loving LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, this is the episode for you! (Plus, we get into some great Indiana Jones talk!) Be sure to follow A.J. on Twitter & Instagram to keep up with his performances...2022-04-171h 02
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Path of the Jedi" S1E10 - A Rewatch Between Worlds #9Welcome back to A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! Alden & Nicky are back from their brief hiatus to dive into the tenth episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Path of the Jedi." What did we think of this essential Force mythos episode? How does the story inform the struggles of our Star Wars protagonists? And how does it expand upon the journey of the Jedi during Imperial rule? So much compelling lore to explore! Let us know if you're watching along! What did you enjoy? We'd love to hear from you! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be...2022-04-1558 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #91: Post-ROTJ Star Wars Storytelling with Ken NapzokWelcome to a new episode of Ahch-To Radio! Today, Alden is joined by author, host, & friend of the show, Ken Napzok of the ForceCenter podcast! Ken returns to the show to help Alden analyze an emerging era of Star Wars: The era of "why not?" The era of post-original trilogy storytelling that's slowly being woven together across mediums. How does it compare to what we've imagined? What themes are emerging? What is it like to see the continued adventures of classic heroes? All that & more! Be sure to check out Ken's book, WHY WE LOVE STAR WARS via Amazon...2022-04-101h 12Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #90: Galactic Starcruiser - A Halcyon Journey with Nick TierceWelcome to Ahch-To Radio: Galactic Starcruiser edition! Today, Alden is joined by writer, designer, podcaster, & craftsman, Nick Tierce! Nick took the Halcyon journey at Walt Disney World, and he's here to tell us all about it. From the characters, to the stories, to the technological innovations, we've got you covered! We had a great time talking about this landmark moment for immersive theatre & world-building. Be sure to check out Nick on his website here, as well as on his Twitter & Instagram. And you can check out his Tomorrowland podcast, The Tomorrowland Times, right here! Find this show @AhchToRadio on...2022-03-281h 48Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #89: Obi-Wan Kenobi - Trailer Thoughts & Big Themes with Charlie AshbyHello there! Welcome to the first of many Obi-Wan Kenobi discussions here on Ahch-To Radio. Today, Alden is joined by friend of the show Charlie Ashby to discuss the trailer, photos, & interviews that have come out for the upcoming series. Plus, we dive into our thoughts on the themes, characters, & mythology. Let us know what you think, rate the show, & leave a review! You can all find Charlie on Twitter @CMWAshby, on The Imperial Senate Podcast, on Ko-fi, and writing all around the internet. Hit up the Imperial Senate Pod's Patreon! Check out Charlie's personal Patreon, which includes his...2022-03-211h 21Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #87: Audience Q&A - Grogu, Palpatine, The Darksaber, & More!Welcome back to Ahch-To Radio! In today's Q&A special, Alden is answering YOUR Star Wars questions. We're exploring & celebrating all manner of different topics, from Palpatine's appearance, to podracing desires, and so much more. If you have a question you want answered on a future show, let us know! Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our new YouTube channel! And lastly, find Alden @ThatAldenDiaz on Twitter and Instagram!
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Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett: Chapter 6 AND Finale Discussion - The Mandatorian CreedIt's time for a RANCOR SIZED finale episode! Welcome to our Chapters 6 AND 7 discussion for The Book of Boba Fett! Tori & Alden are here to dive into "Chapter 6: From The Desert Comes a Stranger," & "Chapter 7: In the Name of Honor." And we've got another special guest to help us out: We're joined by producer, actor, writer, & VFX Production Coordinator Blythe Kala! How did we feel about these two big episodes? How did the shifting perspectives during the season work with the ending? How worried was Tori when Cobb Vanth got shot? And what did it mean to see Boba...2022-02-142h 43Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #85: Jarod Baughman-Stubbs - Renewing Your Vows With Star WarsWelcome back to Ahch-To Radio! In today's new episode, Alden is joined by podcast host, producer, & pundit, Jarod Baughman-Stubbs! Jarod joins the show to discuss his journey with Star Wars, the connection to fantasy, real life political ties, & the nature of the dark side. It's a great, in-depth conversation that takes a dive into the internet psychology (for better and for worse), what makes a compelling villain, and how we have a responsibility to the stories & communities we love. Plus, we get some excellent childhood memories. Follow Jarod on Twitter & Instagram, and check out The Nerd Academy on YouTube...2022-02-041h 40
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett: "Chapter 5: Return of the Mandalorian" - The Mandatorian CreedWelcome home, Din Djarin. And welcome to all of you as well! This is our fifth discussion on THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT! Tori & Alden are here to dive into "Chapter 5: Return of the Mandalorian," and we've got another special guest to help us out: Podcaster, designer, drinks expert, & all around amazing creator, Holly Frey! How did we feel about this special non-Boba episode? How are Din & Boba's journeys connected? All that & more! How are YOU liking the show as we begin to approach the end? We'd love to hear from you. Make sure to check out Holly on...2022-01-301h 40
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett: "Chapter 4: The Gathering Storm" - The Mandatorian CreedIt's Boba Fett vs. The Palace Kitchen Staff! Welcome to our fourth discussion on THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT! Tori & Alden are here to dive into "Chapter 4: The Gathering Storm." But, this time, they brought backup in the form of a special guest: It's Kelly Knox from StarWars.com! How did we feel about the meeting of Boba & Fennec? What does Garsa Fwip convey about the show's themes? All that & more! How are YOU liking these two ongoing storylines? We'd love to hear from you. Be sure to check out Kelly's website here, and follow her over on Twitter...2022-01-241h 48
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett: "Chapter 3: The Streets of Mos Espa" - The Mandatorian CreedThe Rise of Boba Briefs! Welcome to our third discussion episode on THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT! Tori & Alden are here to dive into "Chapter 3: The Streets of Mos Espa." How do we approach the real life social & political difficulties of the Tusken storyline? How is Boba Fett's leadership style going to have lasting effects? And why have Drash & the Vespa Gang caused so many heads to turn in Star Wars fandom? Find out what we thought here! How are YOU liking these two ongoing storylines? We'd love to hear from you. Be sure to check out Tori's shop...2022-01-171h 41
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett: "Chapter 2: The Tribes of Tatooine" - The Mandatorian CreedIt's time for a train battle! Welcome to our second discussion episode on THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT! Tori & Alden are here to dive into "Chapter 2: The Tribes of Tatooine." What does it mean for Boba's identity? What's the future of the Hutt situation? And how incredible was that vision quest?! Find out what we thought here! How are YOU liking these two ongoing storylines? We'd love to hear from you. Be sure to check out Tori's shop, Creature Cartel, right here. And follow her & the shop on Instagram, @the.mandatorian & @CreatureCartelShop respectively! You can also support her on...2022-01-101h 41Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #84: Ash Crossan - Who Interviews The Interviewer?Welcome back to Ahch-To Radio! In today's new episode, Alden is joined by interviewer & broadcaster extraordinaire, Ash Crossan! Ash joins the show to discuss her fantastic career in entertainment journalism, being a fixture of the geek space, making moments with Star Wars heroes, moving to Screen Rant, and so much more! It's a great, in-depth conversation that takes a dive into the psychology of content creation, what makes a good interview, and how we stay inspired. Plus, we get some great celebrity interview stories. Listen to Ash's wonderful insights! Follow Ash on Twitter & Instagram, and be sure to check...2022-01-041h 06
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett: "Chapter 1: Stranger in a Strange Land" - The Mandatorian CreedHe's the crime lord now! Welcome to our very first discussion episode on THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT! Tori & Alden are here to dive into the moments, themes, character arcs, surprises, & so much more. Find out what they had to say about the first episode of the new series, "Chapter 1: Stranger in a Strange Land." What does it all mean for Boba's trauma? How incredible is Fennec Shand? And what was that Spy Kids looking creature? Find out what we thought here! How are YOU liking this new adventure? We'd love to hear from you. Be sure to check...2022-01-011h 45Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #83: Catrina Dennis - Storytelling, Combat, & The Soul of VentressWelcome back to Ahch-To Radio! In today's new episode, Alden is joined by Catrina Dennis! Catrina returns to the show to discuss their lifelong passion for storytelling, their fascination with fight scenes, and yes, the power & majesty of Asajj Ventress! It's a great, in-depth conversation that embraces the humanity of the galaxy that we love so much. Why does it resonate? How is visually engaging? What do the journeys of these characters mean? And how is it all so beautifully Latinx? Find out here! Follow Catrina on Twitter, Instagram, and on their podcasts, Podro Pascal, Y tu Bantha También...2021-12-191h 17
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Gathering Forces" S1E9 - A Rewatch Between Worlds #8Welcome back to A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! It's time for Alden & Nicky to dive into the ninth episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Gathering Forces." What did we think of this key episode for Ezra's character? How does the episode inform the nature of the Force? And how does it expand upon the trials of the heart that we see throughout Star Wars? So many great moments! Let us know if you're watching along! What did you enjoy? We'd love to hear from you! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be sure to hit up the...2021-12-1344 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #82: Keith & Kerwin Yarde - Fathers, Sons, & Star Wars MagicWelcome back to Ahch-To Radio! Alden has returned with a brand new interview featuring two of the most thoughtful & kind people in the Star Wars online community: Keith & Kerwin Yarde, the duo behind Father & Son: A Star Wars Podcast! We dive into the themes of family, guidance, learning, & so much more. Plus, find out what their favorite Star Wars books are, what stories resonate with them the most, and what made podcasting their family bonding experience. We were honored to have these gentlemen on the show! Let us know what you think of the conversation. What all-ages Star Wars...2021-12-0450 min
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Empire Day" S1E8 - A Rewatch Between Worlds #7Welcome back to A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! It's time for Alden & Nicky to dive into the eighth episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Empire Day." What did we think of this excellent world building chapter? How does the episode inform the trauma & growth of Ezra Bridger? And how does it expand upon the threat of Imperial Rule? We loved this grim chapter. Let us know if you're watching along! What did you enjoy? We'd love to hear from you! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be sure to hit up the Imperial Senate Pod's Patreon! Find...2021-11-2744 min
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Out of Darkness" S1E7 - A Rewatch Between Worlds #6Welcome back to A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! It's time for Alden & Nicky to dive into the seventh episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Out of Darkness." What did we think of this great team-up episode? How does the episode inform the journeys of Hera & Sabine? And how does it connect to the themes of nature? It's a great, creature feature of an episode! Let us know if you're watching along! What did you enjoy? We'd love to hear from you! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be sure to hit up the Imperial Senate Pod's Patreon...2021-10-2745 min
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Mandatorian Creed #16: Nonstop Star Wars Season with Alden DiazWelcome back to The Mandatorian Creed! Time for a new episode with your host, Tori Fox! It's been a little while since the last episode, and there are so many Star Wars projects & adventures to discuss! This time, Tori & Alden are doing a special one-off discussion on all sorts of topics, from Galaxy of Creatures, to The Book of Boba Fett, and beyond! Tori even highlights some very important notes on mental health, and being kind to yourself (even when you're making content). Let us know what you think of the conversation! What Lucasfilm projects have been exciting you...2021-10-231h 13Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #80: Andres Cabrera - The Bond Between Star Wars & AnimeWelcome back to Ahch-To Radio! In today's new episode, Andres Cabrera from First Cut & Geeks of Color returns to the show! Alden & Andres are teaming up to explore the expansive & beautiful relationship between Star Wars and the anime medium. We'll be talking Star Wars Visions, common themes, studios we hope to see work with Lucasfilm, & so much more. It's all about the bond, the heart, and the future on this installment. Do you have any dream Star Wars anime projects? Let us know! We'd love to hear from you. Be sure to follow Andres @SquadLeaderAce on Twitter & Instagram! Check...2021-10-2159 min
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Breaking Ranks" S1E6 - A Rewatch Between Worlds #5Welcome back to A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! It's time for Alden & Nicky to dive into the sixth episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Breaking Ranks." What did we think of this youth centric episode? How does the episode enhance the era? And how does it all enhance the looming threat of Palpatine? It's a rich adventure! Let us know if you're watching along with us! What did you enjoy? Would you do well as a cadet? Let us know! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be sure to hit up the Imperial Senate Pod's Patreon! Find...2021-10-1944 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #79: Ed Greer - Mandalorian Stories & The Heroes That Learn To DieWelcome back to Ahch-To Radio! This time, we're calling it the Beskar Edition, because we're presenting quite the Mandalorian deep dive. Alden is joined by comedian, writer, & host Ed Greer for a journey into Mando culture, heroic journeys, societal conflicts, Season 3 predictions, & so much more. It's a great conversation ranging from the philosophical, to the badass, to the adorable, and beyond. Let us know what you think of the conversation! What are your hopes for the Mandalorian people? And what do you think will happen to characters like Din, Grogu, Boba, & Bo-Katan? Let us know! Find Ed on Twitter...2021-10-171h 43
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Rise of the Old Masters" S1E5 - A Rewatch Between Worlds #4Welcome back to A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! It's time for Alden & Nicky to dive into the fifth episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Rise of the Old Masters." What did we think of this key Jedi journey episode? How does the heavier material work within the show? We loved exploring the ideas of trust, grief, and continuous improvement with Kanan & Ezra. Let us know if you're watching along with us! What did you enjoy? Are you a Luminara fan? Let us know! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be sure to hit up the Imperial Senate...2021-10-1154 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #78: Emma Mieko Candon - Writing Ronin & The Poison of ViolenceWelcome back to Ahch-To Radio! In today's new episode, Alden welcomes Star Wars: Ronin author, Emma Mieko Candon! We're diving into the realm of Visions artistry by exploring how Emma wrote the novel, how her ancestry & personal journey play into Star Wars, and what elements of Japanese history were brought into the Star Wars galaxy. Plus, you'll find out more about the writing process with Lucasfilm, trusting your process as a creative, & understanding mythic templates. We had such a beautiful time talking to Emma! Follow her on Twitter, Instagram, and on her personal website here! And lastly, find this...2021-10-061h 37Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio: LEGO Terrifying Tales - David Shayne & Ken Cunningham InterviewAlden & Tori were lucky enough to sit down with David Shayne & Ken Cunningham, the writer & director of LEGO STAR WARS TERRIFYING TALES! Find out what they had to say about horror references, mixing characters, themes, LEGO performances, design, & more! Be sure to check out Tori's shop, Creature Cartel, right here. And follow her & the shop on Instagram, @the.mandatorian & @CreatureCartelShop respectively! Lastly, find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and our new YouTube channel! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d.strider on Instagram!
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Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Fighter Flight" S1E4 - A Rewatch Between Worlds #3Welcome back to A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! It's time for Alden & Nicky to dive into the fourth episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Fighter Flight." What did we think of the first episode of the show to spark the dreaded "filler" conversation? How does it all play into the themes, and Star Wars overall? So much to explore, including the growing bond between one of the greatest brotherly pairs: Zeb & Ezra! Let us know if you're watching along with us! What did you enjoy, and why was it all of the Zeb feet action? Let us know! Find Nicky on...2021-10-0140 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio: Star Wars Visions - Kanako Shirasaki & James Waugh InterviewAlden & Tori were lucky enough to sit down with STAR WARS: VISIONS Producers Kanako Shirasaki & Lucasfilm’s James Waugh! Find out what they had to say about Japanese artistic traditions, themes, music, design, & more! Be sure to check out Tori's shop, Creature Cartel, right here. And follow her & the shop on Instagram, @the.mandatorian & @CreatureCartelShop respectively! Lastly, find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d.strider on Instagram!
Ahch-To Radio is a Star Wars podcast feed fueled by the love of that galaxy far, far away. Cr...2021-09-2116 min
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Droids in Distress" S1E3 - A Rewatch Between Worlds #2Welcome back to A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! It's time for Alden & Nicky to dive into the third episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Droids in Distress." What did we think of the first "cameo centric" episode of the show? How does it all play into the themes, and Star Wars overall? So much to explore, including the meanings behind R2, Threepio, Bail Organa, & more! Let us know if you're watching along with us! What did you enjoy? How did you like the seeds of trauma with Zeb's arc? Let us know! Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here...2021-09-1851 min
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars Podcast"Spark of Rebellion" S1 Premiere - A Rewatch Between Worlds #1Welcome to the first proper episode of A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS! It's time for Alden & Nicky to dive into the two-part series premiere of Star Wars Rebels, "Spark of Rebellion." What did we think of the first appearance of the Ghost crew? How does it all play into the themes of the show, and Star Wars overall? So much to dive into! Let us know if you're going to be watching along with us! What did you enjoy about this first adventure? Which character hooked you first? Find Nicky on Instagram here, and on Twitter here. And be sure...2021-09-081h 17
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastWhy We Love Star Wars Rebels - A Rewatch Between Worlds #0Welcome to our very special prologue episode for the new show here on Ahch-To Radio, A REWATCH BETWEEN WORLDS. At long last, it's time for Alden & our good friend Nicky Kumar to dive into the adventures of the Ghost crew in a full, comprehensive rewatch experience. We're going to be tackling every episode, every Rebels Recon, hosting interviews, & more. But first, we wanted to explore why we love this incredible show! What are your favorite things about Rebels? We'd love to hear from you. Let us know if you're going to be watching along with us! Find Nicky on...2021-09-0835 min
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Mandatorian Creed #14: The Humanity & Alignments of Droids with Alden Diaz - Droids Series Part 4It's time for Part 4 of the Droids Series on THE MANDATORIAN CREED! This time, we're getting mechanical AND philosophical as we examine the humanity of droids with both halves of Team Ahch-To Radio! Alden joins Tori this week to discuss the souls of droids, the personalities of droids, and the stuff that makes them tick (and beep, and scream). Plus, we also focus in on droid comedy, and we assign D&D style character morality alignments to each of our core droids. Let us know what you think! Hit us up with those deep droid thoughts. Which droid's personality...2021-07-141h 43Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #72: Nick Tierce - Galactic Details, Fandom Specialties, & Movie RelationshipsWelcome back to Ahch-To Radio! Today, Alden's presenting one of our most expansive conversations yet, but he couldn't have done it alone. He's joined by writer, designer, podcaster, & craftsman, Nick Tierce! Alden & Nick take a deep dive into the depths of fandom details, discussing the concepts of fan & film relationships, pop culture boundaries, art changing with context, and so much more! If you're a fan of the toys & props, of The Last Jedi, and even of The Holiday Special, this is the Star Wars conversation for you. Let us know what your favorite collectibles are! And what kinds of...2021-06-271h 50Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #65: Alden & Tori - Listener Q&A Special!In today's brand new episode, we're looking to all of you to fly the conversational starship. It's a listener Q&A special! Alden and our very own Tori Fox (from The Mandatorian Creed) unite to tackle different topics such as Dooku's allegiance, dream lightsaber battles, Mandalorian Season 3 desires, & so much more! It gets fun, it gets deep, and you better believe it gets weird! Let us know what you think about all of these topics! Did you agree with us? Did you have other ideas? Are you down for Bridgerton-inspired Star Wars?! Be sure to check out Tori's shop...2021-04-031h 53
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastThe Mandatorian Creed #0: Welcome To The Covert with Alden DiazWelcome to the covert, friends! This is the introductory episode for the brand new show here on Ahch-To Radio, THE MANDATORIAN CREED! In this new show, your host Tori Fox will be taking you through seasons and multipart breakdowns of joyous Star Wars topics. For this special "#0" episode, Tori is introducing the show, interviewing Ahch-To Radio's own Alden Diaz, and introducing the first season topic: Disney's Star Wars Weekends! Let us know if you have any Star Wars Weekends memories that you want to share! Be sure to check out Tori's shop, Creature Cartel, right here. And follow her...2021-03-091h 27Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #57: Manny Castellanos - The Joy, Freedom, & Chaos of Star Wars Comic BooksIn today's brand new episode of the show, Alden welcomes friend, Star Wars fan, and Mad Cave Studios mind, Manny Castellanos to the show! Manny works in the sales & publishing side of comic books, and now he's united with Alden for a special overview conversation on the realm of Star Wars comics. What are the favorite arcs? What freedoms does the comics medium afford creators? How do these different series flesh out the Star Wars galaxy? And how do you approach things with a healthy amount of chaos? Join us in this splash page adventure, filled with Manny's insights...2021-01-161h 21Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #52: Mollie Damon - The Chosen Ones, The Power of The Child, & Creating Accepting SpacesIn this new episode of the show, Alden welcomes Mollie Damon of Star Wars Explained! Alden brought Mollie on to the show for an amazing conversation on her Star Wars origin story, her love of fantasy stories, great women heroes in fiction, the "Chosen One" archetype, being a content creator, & so much more! Also, we get to find out Mollie's thoughts on The Child! Why does Baby Yoda resonate so much with her? What can we gather about his story & the themes? It's a great conversation with so many amazing insights and advice. This is a great one for...2020-10-0651 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #51: Chris Swift - The Enduring Legacies of Carrie Fisher & Leia OrganaIn today's new episode, Alden welcomes a close personal friend for a conversation of love, admiration, & truth regarding someone we all adore. Writer & Star Wars fan Chris Swift joins the show for a discussion on the legacies of General Leia Organa, the character, & Carrie Fisher, the writer, the woman, the mental health advocate, and the surrogate mother to us all. The conversation delves into story details, saga themes, real life implications, and heartfelt, raw insights from Chris's own internal experiences. Carrie Fisher saved lives & helped craft human stories for so many people. This is one such tale. Also, Jedi...2020-10-011h 12Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #50: Grace Hancock - The Acting of Star Wars, The Galactic Emotions, & The Presence of VillainsOn today's episode of the show, Alden welcomes actress, artist, and the host of Think Piecing, Grace Hancock! Grace joins the show to take a dive into the acting of Star Wars! We explore Grace's acting background, her influences, the moments & choices that stick with us, the place of genre fiction in the industry, how an actor elevates a piece, physicality, costuming, & so much more! Plus, some spotlights on actors like Harrison Ford, Adam Driver, Felicity Jones, Andy Serkis, & so many other great favorites. It's a wonderful conversation and we were so happy to get Grace on! Be sure...2020-09-2457 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #49: Mandalorian Season 2 Trailer - Baby Yoda, Din's New Boat, & The Sasha Banks MysteryOn today's brand new episode, it's finally time: The Mandalorian Season 2 trailer is here and we have to talk about it! Charlie Ashby returns to the show to join Alden in analyzing things like The Child's Force connection, the rising First Order sentiment, and who Sasha Banks could be playing! Plus, is the Razor Crest crashing? Is there an underwater Jedi Temple? All that & more! Be sure to let us know what YOU think of the trailer as well. What are your big predictions? We'd love to hear about them! You can all find Charlie Ashby on Twitter @CMWAshby...2020-09-171h 15Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #48: Alden Does Q&A - Ahsoka & Luke, Star Wars & Hamilton, Fallen Order II, & More!In today's episode, Alden takes a dive into all of the wonderful listener questions that we gathered from the realms of social media! So, we're talking about Ahsoka & Luke, Mandalorian clans, Fallen Order II, Hamilton, headcanons, & more! But, first & foremost, this episode begins with Alden exploring the very serious issue of Gina Carano's online conduct. We want everyone to know, very clearly, that this show stands with the Trans community. Because #TransRightsAreHumanRights. We have to agree on that. So Alden explores that for a few minutes, addresses the connection with Mandalorian season 2, and highlights the amazing effort known as...2020-09-1641 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #47: Jamaal Bowman - The Progressive Jedi Way, The Force of Politics, & The Hope In Our StoriesIn today's very special episode of the show, Alden sat down for an incredible, rich conversation with Democratic Congressional Nominee, Jamaal Bowman! Jamaal is the uncontested nominee for New York's 16th District. He's a progressive, an educator, and one of the prominent voices of change in America in these very crucial times. He is also, it turns out, an actual Jedi Knight. Find out how his Tweet about Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order prompted this conversation, and how he feels about the game overall! Plus, his views on the philosophy of the Force, how fiction informs our political experiences, t...2020-08-281h 11Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #45: Jenmarie - Anakin and His Angel, The Childhood Spark, & Our Galactic CommunityIn today's brand new episode, we're talking to a staple of online Star Wars fandom, Jenmarie of Anakin and His Angel! Alden & Jenamarie dive into her Star Wars origins, her relationship with the different trilogies, her love of Anakin, Padme, & Obi-Wan, Disney bounding & cosplaying, fandom through the lens of childhood, & so much more! There's theories, passions, & advice! Info on Jenmarie's partnerships with different brands like Her Universe! And even a lovely tribute to George Lucas. It's such a positive and lovely conversation. Even Baby Yoda is brought up, so you know you've gotta hear that! Thanks so much to Jenmarie...2020-08-021h 23Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #42: Tori Fox - A Sy Is Born, The Church of Ludwig, & 2003 DaredevilIn this brand new episode, Alden is joined by returning friend of the show, Tori Fox of Creature Cartel! Tori's an an effects makeup artist, a costumer, a crafter, a sculptor, a cosplayer, a TikTok'er, and an all around delightful friend. This is a super relaxed and free-flowing quarantine edition of the show where we talk about things like a Hamilton-style Star Wars musical, how amazing Ludwig Göransson is, Mandalorian season 2, and yes, the 2003 Daredevil film starring Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. Why? Well because we love it. Plus, audience questions! And, a deeper dive further into Tori's p...2020-07-111h 32Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #40: Ren of Stitchcrvft - The Power of Design, Finding Star Wars, and & The Galactic CovenIn today's brand new episode of the show, Alden is joined by Ren from Stitchcrvft! Ren is a designer, a costumer, a film industry professional, and a member of The Galactic Coven! You'll find out more about the Coven in the episode, plus insights into the amazing work they do with their online store, commissions, their relationship with Finn, their childhood horror movie memories, and so much more. It's a wonderful conversation that dives into the realms of representation and finding your tribe! Be sure to check out their website here! Also, you can follow Ren on Twitter here...2020-06-281h 21Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #38: Rosie Knight - Endor Origins, Snyder Cuts, & How Star Wars Carries OnNote: On today's episode, Alden takes a moment up top to address everything going on right now, including #BlackLivesMatter, the relation to our stories, and how we all need to fight. So please, donate, protest, and do everything you can to support our black brothers, sisters, & neighbors. (This episode was delayed to let things breathe and to be conscious of the climate, so we just needed to address all of that in the best way we can with this additional recording before the main stuff.)
And then we move into a previously recorded conversation with the great...2020-06-121h 49Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #37: Solo Commentary (w/ Matt Sculthorpe)In this brand new episode of the show, we're doing another commentary! This time, we're doing a commentary for Solo: A Star Wars Story, as our way of celebrating the #MakeSolo2Happen movement and the anniversary of the film! Today Alden is joined by Matt Sculthorpe of Mild Fuzz's Comics From The Multiverse podcast & YouTube show! Matt's a lifelong Star Wars fan and one of Alden's oldest online friends. We kick things off with a short conversation on our overall feelings going into the film, and the now infamous behind the scenes stories, before diving into the movie! Be...2020-05-252h 27Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #36: Attack of the Clones Commentary (w/ Force Toast)On today's new episode, Alden is joined by Alyce & Laura of ForceToast: A Star Wars Happy Hour to celebrate a very special birthday: Attack of the Clones is 18 now, people! A full-fledged adult! Enjoy this special commentary track filled with love-triangle talk, comedy, trivia, and fun canon observations! This one was such much fun to do. Let's celebrate a film that may have been unfairly treated over the years. Check it out and be sure to follow ForceToast on Twitter & Instagram! Support amazing Star Wars podcasters & creators. Listen to Force Toast and leave them reviews, stars, and everything in...2020-05-162h 26Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #35: Andres Cabrera - Latinx Representation In Star WarsIn today's special new episode, Alden is joined by First Cut's Andres Cabrera! You might know Andres as "Ace" from his Schmoes days, but more recently as the host of "The Meaning Of" Podcast and a regular contributor & co-host on Casterly Talk! Andres is joining the show to talk about all of the amazing Latino & Latinx representation in the world of Star Wars. You might call this "The Space Papi" episode! We're talking Poe, we're talking Cassian, we're talking Din Djarin, and we even get into Kanan Jarrus & The Martez Sisters. Let us know how Star Wars has impacted...2020-05-1153 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #34: Victory, Death, Taika & More! (w/ Nicky Kumar)Another glorious May the 4th has come and gone, and now Alden brings back the amazing Nicky Kumar of The Imperial Senate Podcast to not only break down the Star Wars news, but also to take a deep dive into the finale of The Clone Wars! We're talking about Taika Waititi officially working on a Star Wars film, the new directors announced for Mandalorian Season 2, LEGO Star Wars, Fallen Order, & more! And then kick back for an emotional talk about "Victory and Death." And be sure to hit up the Imperial Senate Pod's Patreon! Find them everywhere you get...2020-05-061h 19Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #33: Nicky Kumar - Rebels, Rex Feels, & Finding Your TribeOn today's brand new episode, Alden welcomes Nicky Kumar of The Imperial Senate Podcast! We're taking the journey into his background with loving Star Wars, finding his tribe within the fandom, Celebration memories, Star Wars Rebels, & so much more! Find out how Nicky feels he relates to older, grizzled Captain Rex, and discover some answers to the question: "Should Star Wars get smaller again?" And be sure to hit up the Imperial Senate Pod's Patreon! Find them everywhere you get your podcasts, be it Apple Podcasts, YouTube, & more! Buy some of their merch! And find Nicky on Instagram here...2020-05-031h 22Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #31: The Bombadcast - Gerry & Scotty Shill For SheevToday's brand new episode is a special crossover event with The Bombadcast! Gerry & Scotty join Alden for a conversation that they technically had one already (technical issues, oops) but now you all get to hear it, refined & resurrected! We're talking about Palpatine, people! The whole arc. The entirety of the evil. His presence in the story, the themes, the position in pop culture, his use in marketing, and more. Check it out, and be sure to head over to The Bombadcast's feed and give Gerry & Scotty some love! Buy some merch! Subscribe! Follow them both on Twitter, @TheCanonJunkie & @TheScottJayro...2020-04-251h 19Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #30: Tori Fox - Creature Cartel & Crafting CalamariIn this brand new episode, Alden is joined by artist, costumer, crafter, sculptor, and all around amazing Star Wars fan, Tori Fox of Creature Cartel! They take a dive into Tori's background with Star Wars, her love of creatures, costumes, & special effects, the power of Padme, the wonder of Sny Snootles, and so much more! It's a wonderful conversation about an artist's journey as a participatory fan. And, of course, we geek out every step fo the way. Be sure to check out Tori's shop, Creature Cartel, right here. And follow her and the shop on Instagram, @the.mandatorian...2020-04-211h 04Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #29: Laura & Alyce - Force Toast, The Future, & Kedpin ShoklopOn today's new episode, Alden is joined by Alyce & Laura of ForceToast: A Star Wars Happy Hour! (Gonna slap a *language warning* on this one by the way.) They bring their signature brilliance to the show for a hilarious conversation on the future of Star Wars, Rebels, the prequels, fandom, trivia, & so much more! And, as the title says, the delightful alien known as Kedpin Shoklop. Check it out and be sure to follow ForceToast on Twitter & Instagram! Support amazing Star Wars podcasters & creators. Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on...2020-04-191h 17Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #28: Alex Damon - Lock S-Foils In Explain PositionOn this brand new episode of the show, Alden is joined by Alex Damon of Star Wars Explained & The Movie Trivia Schomedown! They take a deep dive into the pilots, space battles, & ships of Star Wars! They're talking about Alex's background with characters like Biggs Darklighter, the battles of the sequel trilogy vs. those of the other films, video games, & more! They even attempt to analyze whether or not Han Solo is ACTUALLY a good pilot or not! Find out! Be sure to check out Alex & Mollie explaining it all on on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook! Plus, you can check...2020-04-1659 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #27: Joseph Scrimshaw - The Comedy of Star WarsIn today's brand new episode, Alden reached out to Joseph Scrimshaw of the ForceCenter and Obsessed podcasts to come on and talk about the comedy of Star Wars! Joseph is a writer, a comedian, a playwright, an author, and so many more things! So he's uniquely qualified to dive into some ideas: What works? What doesn't work? Why is there some comedy that "FEELS like Star Wars" and some that doesn't? How do the jokes connect the characters and help tell the story! And why is Obi-Wan a master comedian? Find out here, and let us know what you...2020-04-111h 04Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #26: Charlie Ashby - The Rise of Kylo Ren (& Frat Boy Pirates)On this brand new quarantine-edition of the show, Alden welcomes Charlie Ashby back to the show to take a deep dive into The Rise of Kylo Ren mini-series from Marvel, written by Charles Soule with art by Will Sliney. They take a look at Ben Solo's journey, new characters, thematic tie-ins with the films, and even pirate-frat-boy-douchebag-knights? Yes, that's right. You know you want to know. You can all find Charlie Ashby on Twitter @CMWAshby, on The Imperial Senate Podcast, on Ko-fi, and writing freelance all around the internet. Support great creators and Star Wars fans, especially right now...2020-04-051h 34Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #24: Charlie Ashby - Angel Anakin, Mandalorian, & More!On this brand new episode, Alden talks to Charlie Ashby of The Imperial Senate Podcast! They take a dive into The Rise of Skywalker, the first season of The Mandalorian, fan reactions, discourse, and theories (like Charlie's amazing Anakin theory)! It's an awesome conversation, and we'd love to here what all of you think about the various topics! You can all find Charlie Ashby on Twitter @CMWAshby, on The Imperial Senate Podcast, on Ko-fi, and writing freelance all around the internet. Support great creators and Star Wars fans! Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find...2020-01-211h 29Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #21: Dune’s Debut & Marketing MasteryOn this brand new episode, Alden travels to several different corners of the Star Wars galaxy! First, we're taking a dive into the fourth chapter of The Mandalorian. Let's break down the new characters we met like Cara Dune and Omera. We're also catching up on the fun of Star Wars Resistance, and doing a non-spoiler talk on Jedi: Fallen Order! But the main topic is this huge marketing push for The Rise of Skywalker! What can we take away from what we're seeing and learning in this media blitz for Episode IX? Also, Ewok love. There's lots of Ewok...2019-12-0352 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #20: Mando Talk - Chapters 1 & 2On this brand new episode, Alden delivers a spoiler free review of the first two episodes of The Mandalorian. After that, Heather joins in for some spoiler talk about the first two episodes. Don't worry, there's plenty of warning before any spoilers start flying! Also, the spoiler conversation was recorded at 3:00 AM. So there's that. *NOTE: Please forgive mic issues. Secondary mic was giving a weird echo vibe later on. Let us know what you're thinking of the show! Are you digging the tone? Who are your favorite characters? Let us know! You can find Heather on Twitter and Instagram...2019-11-1540 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #19: Jamie Stangroom's Unsung HeroesOn this brand new episode, Alden welcomes broadcaster, interviewer, & documentarian, Jamie Stangroom! Jamie's film, 'The Empire Strikes Door,' is available now on YouTube. It's all about the Stormtrooper that bumped his head in the original film. Also, Alden discusses Dave Filoni's place in the Star Wars galaxy, Benioff & Weiss's exit & how we approach production stories, and the new revelations about Leia's original role in Episode IX. We want to converse with you! Find Jamie Stangroom @JamieStangroom on all social media platforms, and check out 'The Empire Strikes Door' on his YouTube channel! Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter...2019-11-081h 05Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #18: Dawn of the TrailerThe brand new trailer for The Rise of Skywalker is finally here! Alden talks about some Mandalorian and Cassian Andor news before taking a deep dive into what J.J. Abrams decided it would be okay for us to see at this point. And sweet Force lord, it is glorious. Listen along, let's compare notes, and let us know what you think! Are you excited? Do you have any theories? We want to converse with you! Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d.strider on Instagram!
...2019-10-2253 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #17: A Star Wars Musical?A long time ago...on Broadway. That's the theme of this episode, folks! What would it be like if they turned Star Wars into a major musical production? Lo returns to the show to join Alden in a geeky, silly deep dive. What songs would they make? How would they adapt the story? Find out what we think! It's weird and full of tangents. We had a ton of fun. There's also some conversation on The Rise of Skywalker, Disney+ stuff, Cassian & K2, & more! Find the show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on...2019-09-201h 19Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #16: Bendemption ReflectionOn this brand new episode, Alden talks a bit of news before diving into a long reflection on the character of Kylo Ren! How have the feelings and interpretations of Ben Solo changed? What new insights are there after Tom Taylor's wonderful Age of Resistance story? And how did Alden find his approach to the sequel trilogy change with a new level of understanding? It's a big one, folks. Forgive us if it heads into the realm of rambling for a bit, but we wanted it to be loose, analytical, and honest. Hope you enjoy! Find this show @AhchToRadio...2019-09-141h 07Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #15: Bright Suns SpecialOn this special episode of the show, Alden chats about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge with his friend & coworker, Heather! Heather's a huge pop culture geek, and also a radio host on iHeartRadio's BIG 105.9! They got to head up to Orlando to check out the park, and they were pretty amazed by it. Listen for their thoughts on Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run, the Droid Depot, the Savi's Lightsaber experience, & more! So much awesome to stuff to chat about (with some tangents, of course). Let us know what you think of the Batuu experience! You can find Heather on Twitter and Instagram...2019-09-0643 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #14: Dark Rey, Mar Wars, & More!On this brand new episode, Alden takes a dive into the mystery of "Dark Rey!" What is she? What does it all mean? Also, a new LEGO Star Wars game is coming, we highlight Dexter Jettster, and we give some love to everyone's new favorite fan: Mar! Yes, we're diving into the Mar Wars! Why is her discovery of Star Wars love so important? Let's talk about it. Find her over on Twitter @vibeswithcisco! And find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d.strider on Instagram!
Ahch-To...2019-09-0349 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #13: Kenobi & The Disney+ High GroundOn a brand new episode filled with news and speculation, Alden takes a dive into that sweet trailer for Star Wars Resistance Season 2! What will become of the Resistance characters? What is Supreme Leader Kylo like? All that plus some ideas and wishes for the projects by Rian Johnson and Benioff & Weiss! And finally, the main event: A discussion on the news of OBI-WAN KENOBI coming to Disney+! What does it mean? What do you think? Let us know what your hopes and dreams are for the show!
Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @A...2019-08-1642 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #12: Marvel Mind TrickOn this brand new episode, Alden discusses the upcoming Star Wars book, The Secrets of the Jedi! Also, what's Giancarlo Esposito doing in The Mandalorian? And finally, the main topic: Star Wars and Marvel are NOT the same thing. And that's okay! Let's talk about it! Alden just had to get some of this off his chest. But we want to hear what you think! Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d.strider on Instagram!
Ahch-To Radio is a Star Wars podcast fueled by the love of that ga...2019-08-0936 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #11: The San Diego SithOn this new episode of the show, Alden returns from his vacation to talk about all of the Star Wars news and insights coming out of San Diego Comic-Con! He's talking Sith Troopers, Kevin Smith's comments, the new Kylo Ren comic, and why Jon Favreau makes sense for Star Wars! Does the Christmas classic Elf somehow connect? Yes. Yes it does. Let us know what you think of all the recent developments! What are you most excited about? Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d.strider on...2019-07-2545 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #10: Why Rey RocksOn today's episode of the show, Alden starts off by talking about the glorious Galaxy of Adventures animated shorts, the new IG-11 droid, and Daisy Ridley's recent Rise of Skywalker comments! And why is Rey such a fantastic character? Let's take a deep dive into the heart of the scavenger turned hero! Let us know what you think of Rey and her journey. Find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d.strider on Instagram!
Ahch-To Radio is a Star Wars podcast fueled by the love of th...2019-07-0440 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #9: Ken Napzok Loves Star WarsOn this brand new episode, Alden welcomes a beloved Star Wars community voice to the show: It's Ken Napzok, co-creator and host on the ForceCenter podcast feed, and the author of WHY WE LOVE STAR WARS: THE GREAT MOMENTS THAT BUILT A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY. Alden and Ken take a dive into their love for Star Wars, the ins and outs of the book, the inspirations behind the essays, and the way our fandom continues to carry on through the generations. Be sure to check out the book via Amazon or your local book stores, and listen to...2019-06-2738 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #8: Those Cara Dune FeelsOn this brand new episode of the show, Alden explores some different corners of the Star Wars galaxy in film, TV, games, and comics! We're talking Age of Resistance from Marvel, Jedi: Fallen Order and LEGO Star Wars (yay!), the promotion of Michelle Rejwan, and finally, Gina Carano! Why did Gina Carano's comments about playing Cara Dune in The Mandalorian make Alden feel the warm, loving Star Wars feels? Find out here, and let us know how you're feeling about the upcoming cast of new Disney+ characters! Let's talk about it! Find the show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook...2019-06-2031 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #7: Our New Friend GreezOn today's new episode, Alden tackles four different areas of Star Wars love! First off, he's getting into the pure joy of Galaxy's Edge coverage! We've got some news about when we'll see more Mandalorian and how J.J. Abrams is bringing Leia back! And finally, what kinds of things might we see in Jedi: Fallen Order? Why is Alden's new best friend Greez already a great Star Wars creature character? Find out here and let us know what you think! Find the show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a...2019-06-0734 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastBonus Episode #1: A New Hope CommentaryOn this first bonus episode of the show, Alden decided to celebrate the birthday of Star Wars by doing a late night, very loose, tangent heavy commentary track on the original film. For the special occassion, he's brought in his friend Robby Steltenpohl! Robby is an author, a Student Pastor, a Star Wars parent, and the co-host of the That Pixel Life podcast! They get into the expanded canon, talk about the only useful stormtroopers in the films, and even shed some tears! Find Robby over on Twitter @spiderdude64, and find this show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook...2019-05-252h 18Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #6: The Rise of Vanity FairThis week on the show, the gorgeous work of Vanity Fair takes over! Alden called an audible and changed the plan for this episode because the brand new cover story for The Rise of Skywalker hit on the day he had scheduled to record! Sometimes the Force works in wonderful and mysterious ways. Find out what he thought of the numerous new first look photos, the implications for the story, and the new characters that we're all going to meet in the film! Special thanks to J.J. Abrams for cracking open that mystery box of his just a...2019-05-2337 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #5: A Song of Untitled MoviesIn this brand new episode, Alden takes a dive into the Star Wars comics he's been catching up on from Marvel! Also, there's a publishing slate to get excited about as we take that Journey to The Rise of Skywalker! And of course, the announcement of a mysterious Star Wars trilogy must be discussed! Could it be the secret project from Game of Thrones showrunners, Benioff & Weiss? Let's take the dive in! Let us know what you think about all of the developments and possibilities! Find the show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider...2019-05-1035 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #4: Goodbye Mr. Mayhew & May The 4th Q&AOn this May the 4th edition of the show, Alden joins the rest of the fandom in saying goodbye to our beloved Wookiee, Peter Mayhew. Full disclosure, the core of this episode was recorded before the legendary Mr. Mayhew's passing, but there had to be a goodbye segment of some kind right up top. After that, Alden gets into your audience questions! In honor of Peter Mayhew, let us know what you favorite Chewie memory is for the next episode! Find the show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d...2019-05-0441 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #3: Who Talks First? Lo Talks FirstIn this new episode of the show, Alden brings on his first guest: YouTuber, Disney Instagrammer, Star Wars lover, and Poe Dameron enthusiast, The Curious Lo! Alden talks to Lo about her past with Star Wars, how Revenge of the Sith played into her eventual marriage, Galaxy's Edge hype, and the main attraction: Poe Dameron! That's right, we're focusing on that hot headed space boy! Find the show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d.strider on Instagram! And check out Lo on Twitter, on Instagram, and on her two D...2019-04-241h 06Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #2: A Chicago Far, Far Away...In this, the second episode of Ahch-To Radio, Alden looks back on the glorious time he had at Star Wars Celebration in Chicago, raves about The Rise of Skywalker, muses about Mandalorian, and remembers some Rebels. And man, he really misses his fellow fans! What an amazing Celebration it was. Find the show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And find Alden @AD_Strider on Twitter and @a.d.strider on Instagram!
Ahch-To Radio is a Star Wars podcast fueled by the love of that galaxy far, far away. Creator/Host Alden Diaz dives into news, reviews, the...2019-04-1635 minAhch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #1: A New Host Ahch-To Radio is a Star Wars podcast fueled by the love of that galaxy far, far away. Creator/Host Alden Diaz dives into news, reviews, theories, fan works, interviews, and more! This is a show that celebrates the ties that bind the fans of Star Wars, and Alden's not afraid of turning off the targeting computer for some tangents!
In this FIRST EPISODE (woo!), Alden introduces himself and his fandom with a Star Wars questionnaire he found, and he sets the stage for Star Wars Celebration in Chicago! Find the show @AhchToRadio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! And f...2019-04-1039 min