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Friends of the Force: A Star Wars PodcastInterview with Amy Ratcliffe on “Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy” (Updated Edition)Amy Ratcliffe joins the podcast to discuss the updated and expanded edition of “Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy” from Chronicle Books! We highlight the newest additions — including Maarva Ando, Avar Kriss, & Omega — and what it means for Amy to return to the book that started her writing journey in a galaxy far, far away.Join our Patreon to support the show and gain access to our exclusive bonus episodes here! Website: http://www.friendsoftheforcepod.comBluesky: https://tinyurl.com/36zwf8ayTwitter: https://x.com/FriendsOfForceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/FriendsOfTheFo...2025-06-1049 min
Talking Bay 94: Star Wars InterviewsDan Zehr, Amy Ratcliffe, and Megan Crouse: The Authors of the STAR WARS ENCYCLOPEDIA (Part 2)Today is part two of my interview with my co-authors on the recent Star Wars Encyclopedia from DK. Today’s episode is with Dan Zehr, Amy Ratcliffe (returning!), and Megan Crouse. I am so lucky that my first official Star Wars book involved working alongside these super talented and super kind people, and it is my honor to bring you their stories! Dan Zehr's Website: www.coffeewithkenobi.com Amy Ratcliffe's Website: www.amyratcliffe.com Let's Talk About Writing Non-Fiction IP Megan Crouse's Bluesky: www.bsky.app/profile/fullofwords.bsky.social Star Wars Encyclopedia from DK Books i...2025-05-2842 min
The Dillo's Diz Podcast (feat. Theme Park Thursday)Episode 375: Amy Ratcliffe’s ‘Thrill Ride’Amy Ratcliffe didn't figure out what she wanted to be when she grew up until she was a grown up and started writing. Thrill Ride is her debut adult novel, and she's written several Star Wars and Marvel books, including Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy and Hulk Not Smash. Amy joins Jen and Frank for a third time to chat about all of her springtime offerings, how her first appearance led to a strong Ahsoka Tano presence in Frank's home and, yes, a little VelociCoaster talk for Jen! *** Get a vacation quote from Vas...2025-03-1351 min
The Tomorrow Society Podcast242. Amy Ratcliffe on the Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Thrill Ride
If you’re immersed in Star Wars, Marvel, or many other fandoms, you’re likely familiar with Amy Ratcliffe. She’s written so many great books about these universes from a wide range of perspectives. There is far too much to cover in a single interview!… Read more...
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Into A Larger WorldEpisode 016 - Amy RatcliffeToday, Kara is in conversation with Amy Ratcliffe, Star Wars fan and author of several Star Wars-related books, including Women of the Galaxy and The Art of Galaxy's Edge. You can also regularly find Amy on stage hosting panels during Star Wars Celebration (so you know Kara would ask about that). Amy shares her Star Wars story and lots of great memories, plus what it means to be a Star Wars fan.Find Amy and all of her social media on her website (https://www.amyratcliffe.com/) and be sure to subscribe to her...2023-11-021h 06
The Dillo's Diz Podcast (feat. Theme Park Thursday)May the 4th BONUS: 2020 Amy Ratcliffe HIghlightsMay the 4th Be with You! We take you back to Summer and Fall of 2020 and two of our conversations with Amy Ratcliffe, author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy, The Jedi Mind, A Kid’s Guide to Fandom, The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Star Wars: Elee & Me, and Star Wars: Battles That Changed the Galaxy. She’s also a host, the managing editor for Nerdist, and an entertainment reporter published at StarWars.com, IGN, and more! Enjoy these highlights. Full Episodes: Summer 2020 Fall 2020 DillosDizResort.com - Patreon Memberships Availa...2022-05-0447 min
Into the Garbage Chute: Star Wars PodcastWomen of the Galaxy by Amy RatcliffeThe girls continue their month-long celebration of Women’s History Month by diving into author Amy Ratcliffe’s 2018 reference book, Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy. With over 100 illustrations by 18 different female and non-binary artists and the stories of 75 different women in the Galaxy, Cat and Silver cannot stop gushing about how amazingly beautiful this book is!Hang out with us as we talk about Amy Ratcliffe’s journey in the Star Wars fandom and share the stories of 8 different women from the book!Ma...2022-03-181h 02
The Roll OutSpotlight on Amy RatcliffeToday is a very special episode. Linsay and Genevieve are joined by the incomparable Amy Radcliffe!! For those who don’t know her (and you should), Amy is a host, the managing editor for Nerdist, and an entertainment reporter published at StarWars.com, IGN, and more. She is the author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy, The Jedi Mind, Star Wars: Elee & Me, A Kid’s Guide to Fandom, and The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. She contributed a short story to From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back. We dive into the amazing...2021-10-1527 min
Tarkin's Top ShelfThe Bad Batch Chat with Amy RatcliffeTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Star Wars book author and Managing Editor for Nerdist Amy Ratcliffe back to the show! In this episode, your hosts and Amy sit down to recap season 1 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch and discuss their overall thoughts on the first season and hopes for season 2. So, before you click play, fix yourself a big bowl of Mantell Mix and enjoy the conversation. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to...2021-09-011h 03
Sustainability In Your EarEarth911 Podcast: Drilled's Amy Westervelt on Who is Driving the Resurgence of PlasticIt’s Plastic-free July and we’re talking today with journalist, podcaster and author Amy Westervelt about the surprising resurgence of sustainable plastic claims in the media despite growing public concern. Amy’s first Drilled podcast series this season is about plastic and the machinations of one media manipulator, Rick Berman, who launched the Save the Plastic Bag Coalition among many dodgy campaigns backed by tobacco, plastic and oil companies. We also discuss what's coming this season on Drilled and the potential for consumers to reshape the economy by refusing to buy products delivered in plastic packaging, the opportunities to simpli...2021-07-1925 min
Tarkin's Top ShelfGalaxy's Edge and Smuggler's "Rum" with Amy RatcliffeTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Amy Ratcliffe, the author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy and The Jedi Mind, back to the show to talk about her latest book, Star Wars: The Art of Galaxy's Edge. Your hosts sit down with Amy and go over the creative process, both behind the scenes and with hands-on, on-site research. It's quite the conversation that hits all the personal notes and tones for every Star Wars fan. So grab a frothy mug of Hondo's "Smuggler's Rum" and enjoy the discussion! Help us spread the word about the show Click...2021-05-2654 min
Friends of the Force: A Star Wars PodcastInterview with Amy Ratcliffe, Author of "The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge"Bright suns, traveler! This week, author Amy Ratcliffe (@amy_geek) joins the podcast to discuss her latest book "The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge," which gives readers an inside look at the largest single-themed land expansion in Disney Parks history. We discuss her personal experiences at Black Spire Outpost, what it was like to work alongside Imagineers and Lucasfilm creatives, and much more!
Amy's website: https://www.amyratcliffe.com/
Check out our written review: https://www.friendsoftheforcepod.com//post/review-the-art-of-star-wars-galaxy-s-edge
Thank you to Abrams Books for sending along a review copy for "T...2021-05-0448 min
Thank the Maker: A Star Wars Podcast#63 - The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge (ft. Amy Ratcliffe)Author Amy Ratcliffe joins the show this week to talk about her new book, The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge! Amy is the author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy, The Jedi Mind, and Star Wars: Elee & Me. She’s also a host, the managing editor for Nerdist, and an entertainment reporter published at StarWars.com, IGN, and more.
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The Sartorial Geek PodcastA Kid’s Guide to Fandom with Amy RatcliffeThis week’s episode is sponsored by the wonderful geeky illustrator Karen Hallion. Click here to check out her beautiful art and her Patreon!Speaking of Patreon, this week we want to thank Kellie, Michelle, Janelle, Angie, Sophia, and Michelle. If you’d like to join them in keeping things running at The Sartorial Geek, you can head to patreon.com/sartorialgeek.Drumroll, please… this week we’re chatting with Amy Ratcliffe! About her new book! That Liz and I are featured in!If you don’t know Amy, she’s a writer and g...2021-04-2224 min
The Fuel Your Fire Podcast with Alicia WoodThe Jedi Mind with Amy RatcliffeIf you’re high strung and wanna be zen AF – you’re gonna love this! We’re chatting about mindfulness and Jedi (yes, Star Wars Jedi) with Amy Ratcliffe, the author of The Jedi Mind, which is what we’re focusing our conversation around today! She’s also the managing editor of Nerdist, Author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy and A Kid’s Guide to Fandom. She’s kinda a big deal. Star Wars fan or not, you’re going to walk away with amazing and...2021-03-3034 min
Ahch-To Radio: A Star Wars PodcastAhch-To Radio #56: Amy Ratcliffe - The Jedi Mind, Changing Fandom, & The Themes We Hold DearIn today's brand new episode, Alden is joined by author, editor, host, and Star Wars personality, the incredible Amy Ratcliffe! We're diving into the heart of fandom on this episode as we explore Amy's origin story, her journey as a writer, her love of The Clone Wars, and so much more! Plus, we tackle questions about the nature of punditry, the way a brand's size affects fandom, and what mindfulness actually means. This is an episode for anyone who's ever felt the Jedi way deep in their hearts. You definitely have to pick up The Jedi Mind! Be sure...2020-12-211h 15
The Working Diva16. Interview with Author and Editor, Amy RatcliffeOn this episode of The Working Diva, Savanna is joined by author and editor Amy Ratcliffe. Amy has an extensive history of writing for outlets including IGN, Nerdist Industries, Star Wars, and more. In this interview, Amy shares her career story from her first ever job to how she left her day job after years of freelance writing to become a full-time writer. Links: Amy’s Website Sign Up for Amy’s Newsletter Star Wars: Elee & Me From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back 2020-11-221h 14
Friends of the Force: A Star Wars PodcastRoundtable Interview with Amy Ratcliffe, Jason Fry, and Mike Chen: “FACPOV: The Empire Strikes Back”To celebrate the release of "From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back," I had an opportunity to host a roundtable discussion with authors Amy Ratcliffe (Heroes of the Rebellion), Jason Fry (Rendezvous Point), and Mike Chen (Disturbance). We discuss why "Empire" stands the test of time and dissect each of their incredible stories.
Thank you again to Del Rey Publishing for organizing this special episode. "From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back" is now available: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/622992/from-a-certain-point-of-view-the-empire-strikes-back-star-wars-by-seth-dickinson-hank-green-rf-kuang-martha-wells-kiersten-white-and-more/
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SkytalkersMindfulness with Amy Ratcliffe (“The Jedi Mind”)Caitlin and Charlotte welcome writer Amy Ratcliffe (“The Jedi Mind”, “Women of the Galaxy”, Lattes with Leia) to Skytalkers to discuss her new book, “The Jedi Mind”! Amy discusses the importance of mindfulness and how it intersects with Star Wars and our daily life. Plus, Amy leads a breathing exercise that you can do while listening to de-stress. All this and more on this episode! Buy “The Jedi Mind” via Amazon: https://amzn.to/3mP31Ch Amy’s website: https://www.amyratcliffe.com/ http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://facebook.com...2020-11-021h 05
Imagineering EducationEpisode 13: The Jedi Mind (Feat. Amy Ratcliffe)Guest: Amy RatcliffeDoes life have you feeling less like Yoda and more like Vader? Then join us for an inspiring conversation about the importance of mindfulness with Star Wars author Amy Ratcliffe as we discuss her newest book, The Jedi Mind: Secrets from the Force for Balance and Peace and examine how practices inspired by characters from that galaxy far, far away can help you gain, and maintain, a balanced life.Social MediaWebsite: amyratcliffe.comTwitter: @amy_geekPodcast: Lattes with LeiaBooks:Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy2020-10-2900 min
Turning The TablesEP 21: How an unshakeable, calm resilience and a groundbreaking therapy practice was born through childhood adversity with Dr Amy NovotnyThis is the story of how my guest Dr Amy Novotny came through a strict and often repressive upbringing by a controlling single mother later diagnosed with Bipolar to become an innovative, groundbreaking and renowned physical therapist.
How, despite having to tutor her own mother for up to 6 hours a day, Amy still managed to attain a high level of academic achievement which paved the way for a career helping people to overcome chronic pain where traditional medical treatments failed.
And how through all this Amy has built an extraordinary level of physical and emotional...2020-09-2355 min
Turning The TablesEP20: Kindness - Can it make the world a better place? with Amy Giddon and Jane MurrayYou would think that 'Kindness' was a fundamental part of human connection that is indelibly written into the way we live our lives. However, it seems that only in times of crisis like the current Coronavirus pandemic do we see kindness come to the fore.
Why is this?
My guests on this episode of Turning the Tables are fellow kindness evangelists Amy Giddon CEO of the Daily Haloha app and Jane Murray CEO of Peacebeam.
Both of my guests have worked in the high pressured corporate jobs and both have pivoted to follow...2020-08-2748 min
The Dillo's Diz Podcast (feat. Theme Park Thursday)Amy Ratcliffe's Galaxy Right Here, Right NowAmy Ratcliffe is the Managing Editor at Nerdist, a frequent contributor to StarWars.com and Star Wars Insider, part of an incredible collection of writers for the upcoming book From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back, and Author of Star Wars Women of the Galaxy, this November’s The Jedi Mind: Secrets from the Force for Balance and Peace, and …. 2021’s The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. On this episode, Amy chats with Jen and Frank about Ahsoka Tano, The Mandalorian, Ronto Wraps and so much more! Follow Amy on Twitter! Theme co...2020-08-1956 min
Lattes With LeiaParenting with Star WarsActor, host, and Star Wars crafter Jennifer Landa joins Drea to talk about how she keeps her family, especially her young children, in high spirits through Star Wars.2020-07-2943 min
NerdCon1Star Wars in the parks with Amy RatcliffeJoin @DisneyAdams and Amy Ratcliffe, Author of Star Wars Women of the Galaxy in a fun filled conversation about star wars, Amy's book and Disney parks.
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Heroes of the GalaxyYour Focus Determines Your Reality (With Amy Ratcliffe)Welcome back to Heroes of the Galaxy! This time I am joined by the wonderful Amy Ratcliffe.Amy is a journalist, writer, and Managing Editor at Nerdist. Alongside contributions to StarWars.com and hosting panels at Star Wars Celebration among others, Amy also wrote Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy; making her the perfect guest for this bonus episode! Listen as she and your host, Millicent, talk candidly about being a woman in fandom, feeling connected to characters through personal trials, and Amy's favourite Star Wars novels.Follow @GalaxyHeroesPod an...2020-05-2449 min
Turning The TablesEP 15: How a medical nightmare propelled a business dream with Amy WoodsAmy Woods can safely be described as an achiever. A 13-year career spent working in the high-intensity, high stakes world of management consultancy gave Amy exposure to some of the world's most successful businesses.
But two events were to shape Amy's world; starting a family and the terrifying experience of being told she had a life expectancy of 4-6 hours because of an acute medical issue.
Fortunately, Amy survived, and this experience propelled her towards her ambition of moving away from the world of big corporate business and start her own online business that would...2020-05-1343 min
Clashing SabersClashing Sabers 62- Diversity Alliance Episode III: The Force is Female with Amy RatcliffeBrandon and Lindsey are joined by the wonderful Amy Ratcliffe of Lattes with Leia and Nerdist to discuss women in Star Wars, fandom, and their experiences with the two. This is a powerful conversation covering just why the women of Star Wars are indeed so important.
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Who's the Bossk?Who’s the Bossk? – Episode 12: May the Fourth Be with Guest Amy RatcliffeWho's the Bossk? - A Star Wars Podcast from Laughing Place #12: May the Fourth Be with Guest Amy Ratcliffe Date: May the 4th, 2020 (Recorded: May 3, 2020) Listen Topics In a celebratory Star Wars Day episode of Who's the Bossk?, Mike welcome very special guest Amy Ratcliffe (managing editor of Nerdist, Star Wars Celebration host, Women of the Galaxy author) to discuss her many contributions to the Star Wars fan community and entertainment journalism field. Subscribe iTunes Google Spotify2020-05-041h 02
Friends of the Force: A Star Wars Podcast“Women of the Galaxy” with Amy RatcliffeOn this episode of our "From A Certain Point of View" series, Brad sits down with Amy Ratcliffe (@amy_geek), the Managing Editor of Nerdist and author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy. We discuss how Amy's passion for the franchise began with the Clone Wars and Ahsoka Tano, her career as a writer, and what it's been like to be so heavily involved within the Star Wars community.
Visit Amy's website here: https://www.amyratcliffe.com
“From A Certain Point Of View” is a series in which we highlight the stories and experiences of th...2020-04-0239 minLattes With LeiaStar Wars 'ShipsLet's talk about ships in Star Wars, as in shipping. In the latest Lattes with Leia, we discuss why shipping is important and our favorite Star Wars ships.2020-03-221h 16Lattes With LeiaStar Wars and Theme ParksStar Wars and theme parks. The newest Lattes with Leia is about how Star Wars has been connected to Disney parks, our favorite theme park memories, Galaxy’s Edge, and more.2020-02-281h 19Lattes With LeiaMandalorian ThoughtsBaby Yoda mania! We discuss our thoughts on The Mandalorian and the Child and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.2020-01-151h 14Lattes With LeiaSports in Star WarsPodracing, holochess, starship racing - the Star Wars galaxy has lots of sporting events. We discuss how sports fit into Star Wars and the sense of community and fulfillment they can bring.2019-11-171h 18Lattes With LeiaStar Wars Halloween - Tales from Vader's CastleStar Wars meets Halloween in Tales from Vader’s Castle. To celebrate the spooky season, we discuss how this comic explores fear, horror, and even the power of storytelling.2019-10-261h 13Lattes With Leia#41: Working for the CreditsJobs in the Star Wars universe. What kind of occupations do we see? How do Star Wars characters grapple with occupational identities? How about work-life balance? In this episode of Lattes with Leia we go into the working side of the galaxy, including what jobs we’d most like to have.2019-09-2249 minLattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #37 - Friendships in Star WarsHan Solo and Chewbacca. Finn and Rey. Friendships play an important role in Star Wars. On the newest Lattes with Leia, we discuss how friendship factors into the story and our favorite buddies in the galaxy.Stuff we mention on the show:Star Wars pins by King PinsSwarovski x Star Wars collection: Darth Vader and Darth Vader's helmetFollow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geekFollow Andrea on Twitter:@ArkhamAsylumDocWhat are your favorite Star Wars friendships? Let us know!Contact Lattes with Leia: latteswithleia@coffeewithkenobi.com.Follow Lattes with Leia...2019-03-1248 min
Skywalking Through Neverland: A Star Wars / Disney / Marvel Fan PodcastGalaxy's Edge with Amy RatcliffeAmy Ratcliffe (Star Wars author / Nerdist.com Managing Editor) recently visited Galaxy's Edge, Walt Disney Imagineering and Lucasfilm to learn more details about this new Star Wars-inspired land coming to Disneyland and WDW. She's here to share her unique experience and we try not to get too jealous! We also chat about what we’re looking forward to most. I mean, we’ll be able to walk into the MiIlennium Falcon!!! Is it June yet?? Make sure to check out all of Amy's Nerdist.com Galaxy's Edge articles. They are extremely informative and will get you totally hype...2019-03-071h 17Skywalking Through Neverland: A Star Wars / Disney / Marvel Fan PodcastGalaxy's Edge with Amy RatcliffeAmy Ratcliffe (Star Wars author / Nerdist.com Managing Editor) recently visited Galaxy's Edge, Walt Disney Imagineering and Lucasfilm to learn more details about this new Star Wars-inspired land coming to Disneyland and WDW. She's here to share her unique experience and we try not to get too jealous! We also chat about what we’re looking forward to most. I mean, we’ll be able to walk into the MiIlennium Falcon!!! Is it June yet?? Make sure to check out all of Amy's Nerdist.com Galaxy's Edge articles. They are extremely informative and will get you totally hype...2019-03-071h 17Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #36: Self Care and Star WarsYou may hear the term self-care used frequently, but what does it actually mean? How can it be paired with a fandom such as Star Wars? We discuss how self-care and Star Wars can overlap on the newest Lattes with Leia, which characters are examples for mindfulness, and how our listeners practice self-care with the galaxy far, far away. Stuff we mention on the show: Musterbrand's Sith Lady Hooded Coat Queen's Shadow by E.K. Johnston, out March 5 Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc How do you combine Star Wars and self-care? Let us know...2019-01-221h 15Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #35: The Best of Star Wars in 20182018 is over. We look back at the year in terms of Star Wars and discuss our favorite releases, announcements, and meaningful moments. Stuff we mention on the show: Star Wars Icons: Han Solo Her Universe lightsaber lip collection Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc What are your Star Wars highlights of 2018? What moments mean the most to you? Let us know! Contact Lattes with Leia: latteswithleia@coffeewithkenobi.com Follow Lattes with Leia on Twitter and be sure to let us know what you think of the show. Please subscribe to Lattes with Leia on iTunes...2018-12-2943 minLattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #34: The Impact of ToxicityWhat are the effects of negativity and toxicity in fandom? How can we support each other and be good allies? We dive into the topic on the newest Lattes with Leia and look at studies, Kelly Marie Tran's essay, and more. Stuff we mention on the show: Loungefly's The Phantom Menace design Kelly Marie Tran's comments about online harassment Washington Post's research project on “Who Hates Star Wars?” Rally for Rose at San Diego Comic-Con Domhnall Gleeson's comments R2-DTX drink 1 serving Equal parts warm apple cider and room temp ginger ale Splash of fresh lemon juice Optional: 1oz Irish whis...2018-11-231h 10
Tarkin's Top ShelfStar Wars: Women of the Galaxy with Amy Ratcliffe!"Tarkin's Top Shelf" welcomes the author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy, Amy Ratcliffe to the show! In this episode, Mark, and Becca sit-down with Amy Ratcliffe and talk Star Wars. They discuss the early concept of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy, the beginning stages of "setting the stage," matching the illustration artistry with literary depiction, and the tone behind the womanly facts of the galaxy far, far away. All-in-all, this is one book review you don't want to miss! Help us spread the word about the show Click here to s...2018-11-1230 minLattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #33: Fear and Star WarsIt's October, and it's a time for all things spooky. Since we have Halloween on our minds, this month's Lattes with Leia is about fear in Star Wars. Was Yoda right about fear leading to anger, hate, and suffering? Is fear healthy? We also discuss scenes in Star Wars that scared us and why. Stuff we mention on the show: Tervis tumblers Leia Day at The Perky Nerd Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc What scenes in Star Wars do you find frightening? How have you transformed your fears? Get in touch with us! Contact...2018-10-301h 05
WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars ShowInterview with Amy Ratcliffe – Star Wars: Women of the GalaxyJoin our host Marie-Claire Gould (@mariecgould), and Amy Ratcliffe (@Amy_geek) the author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy (Published by Chronicle Books). We discuss the book, the art, and the importance of this book for the fandom. About Amy: Amy Ratcliffe is the managing editor of Nerdist and a contributor to StarWars.com, and has […]2018-10-2935 minLattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #32: Today We LearnedThe making of Star Wars is sometimes just as interesting as the films themselves. On the newest Lattes with Leia, we dive into a stack of Star Wars books and share random information we learn about things like what went into making the wampa's scream, how popular Darth Vader's mask was as a costume accessory in the late '70s, concept art of an Anakin Force ghost in The Force Awakens, and more. Stuff we mention on the show: 800 Pound Productions – website and Instagram Disney Parks' Halloween droid Today I Learned subreddit Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on...2018-10-031h 08Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #31: Star Wars and Parasocial RelationshipsDo you feel like you have a bond to a fictional character? Have you ever wondered if that one-sided connection has been studied? It has. On the newest episode of Lattes with Leia, Andrea leads a discussion on parasocial relationships: what they are, factors related to the strength of parasocial relationships, the dark side of such connections, and more. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Leggings by Terez Lantern Pins (specifically the empress pins) TedX Talk on Parasocial Relationships Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Share your thoughts about PSR with us! I...2018-08-271h 18
Steele Wars : Live Star Wars Call In ShowHyperchat Ep 05 : Ep 9 Cast Announcement - w/ Amy Ratcliffe & Courtney EverettWith Amy Ratcliffe & Courtney Everett and your calls! WATCH THE FULL VIDEO VERSION HERE2:38 Amy sizzles her awesome new book, Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy!5:39 So much new Star Wars coming!8:50 What are fans most excited about after Comic-Con?10:15 Courtney humblebrags about having connection on the grapevine12:14 Steele puts Amy in an uncomfortable predicament13:12 The new episodes of Clone Wars, and how to ensure there will be more14:42 Amy revisits her on-stage experience of the Clone Wars announcement and that tender photo...2018-08-011h 31
Steele Wars : Star Wars PodcastHyperchat Ep 05 : Ep 9 Cast Announcement - w/ Amy Ratcliffe & Courtney EverettWith Amy Ratcliffe & Courtney Everett and your calls! WATCH THE FULL VIDEO VERSION HERE2:38 Amy sizzles her awesome new book, Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy!5:39 So much new Star Wars coming!8:50 What are fans most excited about after Comic-Con?10:15 Courtney humblebrags about having connection on the grapevine12:14 Steele puts Amy in an uncomfortable predicament13:12 The new episodes of Clone Wars, and how to ensure there will be more14:42 Amy revisits her on-stage experience of the Clone Wars announcement and that tender photo...2018-08-011h 31Lattes With LeiaLattes With Leia #30: No One's Going SoloSolo: A Star Wars Story came out recently, and in the latest Lattes with Leia, we discuss our general impressions of the movie, break down different characters, and touch on what did and did not work for us. We also talk about some new Star Wars reference books we're excited about. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Solo: A Star Wars Story: The Official Guide by Pablo Hidalgo The Moviemaking Magic of Star Wars: Creatures & Aliens by Mark Salisbury Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Share your thoughts about Solo: A Star...2018-06-271h 13Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #29: Yub NubEwoks. Love them? Dislike them? Want to be best friends with Peekpa from Last Shot? In the latest episode of Lattes with Leia, we focus on the furry residents on Endor's moon. We discuss our feelings about Ewoks, what they represent in the story, and if Last Shot's Peekpa changed Andrea's perspective on them. We also touch on General Hux paper dolls and Thandie Newton's style. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Download your very own General Hux paper doll by Elena Carrillo Thandie Newton's Cannes dress with Star Wars action figures How I Met Your Mother's...2018-06-1442 minLattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #28: Raise Your Han...SoloSolo: A Star Wars Story is about a month away, so in the latest episode of Lattes with Leia, we turn our attention to the scoundrel, smuggler, and rebel hero Han Solo. We talk about his attitude on life, how he's changed since we first met him in A New Hope, and his insecurities. We also discuss Last Shot (no spoilers) and Fake Wedge. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Last Shot by Daniel José Older Art by Mauricio Abril The history of Fake Wedge Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Share y...2018-04-241h 08Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #27: The End of Star Wars RebelsIt's hard to believe Star Wars Rebels is over. In the newest episode of Lattes of Leia, we discuss our thoughts on season four of the series and how the characters developed. We touch on themes and moments we liked best and whether the series finale was satisfying. We also discuss The Last Jedi home video release special features, like the documentary, and a trip to Ahch-To IRL. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Looking for Leia Amy's trip to Skellig Michael Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Share your thoughts about...2018-04-021h 18
The Disney DietPixar at the ParksThis month we're talking about big Pixar changes coming to Disney Parks this year! We discuss the return of Paint the Night, Pixar Pier, the Incredicoaster, and Together Forever Disneyland's brand-new nighttime spectacular. Bon appétit! March favorites: Amy - Disney Homeware Aaron - Gallery Nucleus: Disney TV Animation Tribute You can subscribe to The Disney Diet on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play! Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Aaron on Twitter: @itsFairbanks Connect with The Disney Di...2018-03-2000 minLattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #26: Diversity and Inclusion in Star WarsInspired by Black Panther, we talk about diversity, visibility, and representation in Star Wars on the latest Lattes with Leia. It's not limited to gender and race but many other levels. What do we connect with? Why are these topics important in front of and behind the camera? Dive in and discuss with us. ------------------------------------ Click here for every episode of Lattes With Leia Contact Lattes with Leia: latteswithleia@coffeewithkenobi.com Please subscribe to Lattes with Leia on iTunes and leave us a review! ------------------------------------------- Twitter: @LatteswithLeia Follow Amy Ratcliffe on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Dr. Andrea Letamendi on Twitter: @Arkh...2018-02-271h 03The Disney DietKingdom HeartsWe're back with a new episode and this month is all about the critically acclaimed video game series, KINGDOM HEARTS! We discuss our favorite moments from the games, the convoluted plot, and our hopes for the next entry in the series, Kingdom Hearts III. Join us as we battle off Heartless and attempt to vanquish the darkness! Bon appétit! February favorites: Amy - The Disney Dress Ship Aaron - Star Wars Secrets of the Empire Bonus - Kingdom Hearts 1.5 Remix walkthrough You can subscribe to The...2018-02-0600 minLattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #25: Good and Evil in the GalaxyIn The Force Awakens, Maz Kanata talked about there only being one fight: the fight against the dark side. How did The Last Jedi change that? Did it change anything? In the latest Lattes with Leia, we discuss the state of good and evil in the galaxy after the film, as well as how we categorize characters' actions as good or evil. We also talk about The Last Jedi Visual Dictionary and Chewie and the Porgs. Stormtrooper decanter from Shepperton Design Studios The Last Jedi Visual Dictionary Chewie and the Porgs The Star Wars Show: The Last Jedi secrets Star...2018-01-311h 15Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia #24: The Last Jedi HighlightsAs all of you know, The Last Jedi is here. After a long wait, we've seen Episode VIII and we have so many thoughts. We begin to break down the film in our latest episode, including some discussion about Kylo Ren and Rey and what we learned about both of them and our favorites. This is only the beginning of our episodes on The Last Jedi, so if you have any moments or concepts you want us to take a deep dive into, let us know. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Star Tours update Jyn Erso...2017-12-251h 15Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #23: The Middle of the ForceWhat does it mean to be a Force-wielder that isn't a Jedi or a Sith? In the 23rd episode of Lattes with Leia, we talk about the middle path and why it can be good to draw upon both the light and dark sides of the Force. We dig into what being on that path means for someone's identity and why “Gray Jedi” isn't a thing. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Art by James Hance Star Wars Rebels: What is the Loth-wolf? Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Share your thoughts on th...2017-11-281h 02
Black Series Rebels#24 ft. Amy Ratcliffe: Ash Series RebelsWith Alex (Dead) teaching in AZ all week, special guest host Ash Crossan stops by to breakdown the news, giveaway some games and get sweaty! Also, Alex and Steve sit down with Amy Ratcliffe and talk about her fandom!ENTER TO WIN A COPY OF BATTLEFRONT: - Subscribe to our Channel!- Like this video- Leave a comment with your choice of console the #infernosquadps4 or #infernosquadxboxGOOD LUCK!-------------------------------6:45 - NEWS31:33 - INTERVIEW W/ Amy Ratcliffe(please excuse the audio issues!)Check out Amy on twitter: https://twitter.com/amy_geek-------------------------------Now Available on iTunes: http://apple.co/2rj55oBWebsite: http...2017-11-201h 06The Disney DietAladdin's 25th AnniversaryCome on down, stop on by. Hop a carpet and fly to another Arabian Night! This month the classic Disney animated film Aladdin celebrates it's 25th anniversary. We discuss our first time seeing the film, favorite characters and the incredible soundtrack. Join on us on this magic carpet ride! Bon appétit! November favorites: Amy - Olaf's Frozen Adventure and Festival of Holidays Aaron - Sunset Seasons Greetings Bonus - Ron and Jon Cameos/"Proud of Your Boy" You can subscribe to The Disney Diet on iT...2017-11-1400 minLattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #22: Snacking on Star WarsThe end of another month means it's time for another Lattes with Leia! For our 22nd episode, we're joined by special guest Jenn Fujikawa, Star Wars baker and cook extraordinaire, to talk about making recipes as an expression of your fandom. We discuss blue milk, From a Certain Point of View, the Battlefront II beta, and more. Our Inferno Squad episode Jenn's blue milk recipes Jenn's recipes on StarWars.com Jenn's Star Wars party that started it all From a Certain Point of View Have you made any Star Wars themed food or drink? Share pictures with us! Follow Amy...2017-11-101h 04Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #21: Being a Force of DestinyIt's time for episode 21 of Lattes with Leia! We discuss the Forces of Destiny animated shorts and why seeing examples of everyday heroism is so important. We also talk about the new Darth Vader comic, Sphero's BB-9E, and Force Friday. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Forces of Destiny Forces of Destiny inspired stop motion by a 10-year-old girl Darth Vader comic by Charles Soule and Giuseppe Camuncoli Leia: Princess of Alderaan by Claudia Gray Our droid episode Amy’s Find the Force treasure hunt Don’t forget to share your thoughts on Forces of Destiny with u...2017-11-101h 01Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #20: Inferno Squad FeverEpisode 20 of Lattes with Leia has arrived, and this month, we're all about Battlefront II: Inferno Squad by Christie Golden. The book is set before the events of the upcoming video game, and we talk about the Empire, Iden Versio, and more. We also discuss the Star Wars and the Power of Costume exhibit and Leia's PhD. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Star Wars and the Power of Costume The Power of Costume coloring pages from the Cincy Museum (at the bottom of the page) Leia and her PhD The recipe for our take on the B...2017-11-101h 17Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #19: Collect All the Star WarsEpisode 19 of Lattes with Leia is here! This time around we discuss collecting. What Star Wars collectibles do we have on our shelves, when does collecting become hoarding, what sort of collecting rules do we have for ourselves? We also talk about BB-8 on the Run and The Science of Star Wars. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: BB-8 on the Run The Science of Star Wars Brian Rood art Tauntaun teapot Don't forget to get in touch with us to show off your collections and displays! Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter...2017-11-101h 09Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #18: The Game Is OnIt's time for Episode 18 of Lattes with Leia. We dive into the topic of Star Wars games of all stripes -- tabletop, mobile games, video games, and more. We also discuss the Battlefront 2 trailer and Pandora: The World of Avatar and what it means for the upcoming Star Wars-themed lands in Disney Parks. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Battlefront 2 gameplay trailer What Pandora Means for Star Wars Land Sorastro's Imperial Assault miniatures Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Contact Lattes with Leia: latteswithleia@coffeewithkenobi.com Follow Lattes with Leia on Twitter...2017-11-101h 12Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #17: 40 Years of Star WarsPrepare your ears because Episode 17 of Lattes with Leia is here. This time around we discuss our May the 4th activity, books we're into, a Star Wars VR opportunity, as well as 40 years of Star Wars. Since the 40th anniversary of A New Hope just happened on May 25, we look back on our experiences with the film and how it's held up over the decades. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Rebel Rising by Beth Revis Guardians of the Whills by Greg Rucka Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Contact Lattes with Leia...2017-11-101h 07Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #16: Celebration Highlights and Star Wars MomentsIt's time for Episode 16 of Lattes with Leia! With Star Wars Celebration Orlando recently wrapping, we spend some of the episode going over highlights from the convention – including The Last Jedi teaser. We also dive into Star Wars moments that have stuck with us and had a last impact on us. Plus, we touch on some awesome art and the new Star Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie book. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Star Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie Tom Spina Designs Joe Badon Art The Psychology of Animated Series panel audio Little Jyn Erso cosplayer delivers Death Sta...2017-11-101h 06Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #15: The Ins and Outs of Kylo RenEpisode 15 of Lattes with Leia has arrived! Our topic this month? The Force Awakens' Kylo Ren. We discuss his abilities, his emotional responses, and speculate about what his childhood must have been like. Also! We talk about DK Publishing's new Star Wars: The Visual Encyclopedia, Empire's End, and the upcoming Scum and Villainy Cantina pop-up. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Star Wars: The Visual Encyclopedia Scum & Villainy Cantina Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Contact Lattes with Leia: latteswithleia@coffeewithkenobi.com Follow Lattes with Leia on Twitter and be sure to let...2017-11-101h 11Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #14: Jedi ThoughtsEpisode 14 of Lattes with Leia is here. We talk about the new Galactic Maps book from Lucasfilm-Disney Press and some Love and Madness jewelry and then move into our main topic: the Jedi Order. Were they too held back by their beliefs? Was their downfall a terrible thing? Can we live by the rules of the Jedi? And we also briefly discuss what we think the title of Episode VIII, The Last Jedi, means. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Galactic Maps book @NASAJPL Darth Vader necklace by Love and Madness Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Fo...2017-11-101h 10Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #13: Remembering Carrie FisherWe did it! The thirteenth episode of Lattes with Leia marks our year anniversary. After discussing what we're most excited about related to Star Wars at the moment – the Star Wars Day at Sea Disney Cruise and runDisney's Star Wars half – we talk about Carrie Fisher. We cover her role as Princess Leia, her work raising awareness of mental issues, her writing, and her legacy. This one's for you, Carrie. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: The Princess Diarist by Carrie Fisher Wishful Drinking by Carrie Fisher Indiana Comic-Con panel video feat. Carrie Fisher Slashfilm’s article on Carrie...2017-11-101h 15Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #12: Going RogueIt's time for the twelfth episode of Lattes with Leia. After discussing what we're most excited about related to Star Wars right now – The Rogue One Visual Guide, a chronological Clone Wars rewatch, and The Princess Diarist – Andrea and I discuss our general thoughts on Rogue One, the characters we most liked in the movie, and how Rogue One affected our views of the Rebel Alliance. The news about Carrie Fisher's passing came after we recorded this month's episode. We are our sorry to lose such an amazing person and heroine, and our hearts go out to her family, friends, and...2017-11-101h 22Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #11: Giving ThanksThe eleventh episode of Lattes with Leia is here. Since the episode is dropping around another holiday, Thanksgiving this time, Andrea and Amy discuss what they're thankful for in Star Wars. They also touch on how gratitude can have a positive impact, self-care, and finally, some Star Wars holiday gift ideas! Listen and share what you're thankful for and why. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: NY Times article – How Female Fans Made Star Wars Their Own Amy's spoiler-free review of Rogue One: Catalyst I Was There Too podcast DIY Star Wars terrarium Follow Amy on Twitter: @am...2017-11-101h 07Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #10: Costumes and CosplayIt's time for the tenth episode of Lattes with Leia! Since it's nearly Halloween, we thought it was a perfect time to discuss costumes. We cover our Star Wars cosplay, discuss some results of a cosplay study Drea did, and touch on the costume design of the films. Listen and then share your thoughts on the subject and your Star Wars cosplay pics with us. Links relevant to this episode are listed below. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Rey vest by Elhoffer Design Cute homemade tauntaun cosplay Preliminary cosplay study results (Drea mentions these) Dressing a G...2017-11-101h 10Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #9: We Choose AnakinIt's time for the ninth episode of Lattes with Leia! Huzzah! This time Amy and Drea dive into a discussion about Anakin Skywalker, his role as the Chosen One, the balance of the Force, and whether Darth Vader was redeemed. Whew. Listen and then share your thoughts on the subject with us. Links relevant to this episode are listed below. Some of the stuff we mention on the show: Star Wars: Ahsoka by E.K. Johnston Star Wars Guess Who (it's out of print, but maybe you can find it on eBay) Is Anakin Skywalker Really the Chosen One...2017-11-101h 11Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #8: The Best EpisodeIt's here! The eighth episode of Lattes with Leia! Amy and Drea are reunited at last. Before we jump into this month's topic, we spend time catching up on each other's highlights from Celebration Europe and San Diego Comic-Con and talk about the latest Star Wars things we're obsessed with (yes, there are some links below - the dress Drea mentions is sadly sold out, though). Then, we go on to discuss superlatives in Star Wars -- the best Jedi, the best Sith, the best friend, etc. Listen and then share your bests with us. Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_g...2017-11-091h 05Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #7: Celebration Europe Team-UpIt's time for the seventh episode of Lattes with Leia! This time around it's a special edition. Lattes with Leia teamed up with Full of Sith at Celebration Europe live! This installment is hosted by Amy Ratcliffe and Bryan Young. We discuss positivity in fandom and what that means to us. Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Contact Lattes with Leia: latteswithleia@coffeewithkenobi.com Follow Lattes with Leia on Twitter and be sure to let us know what you think of the show!2017-11-081h 02Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #6: Debate ThisThe sixth episode of Lattes with Leia is here! Pour a cup of your beverage of choice and join us -- Amy Ratcliffe and Dr. Andrea Letamendi -- as we take a trip to the galaxy far, far away. As usual, we discuss what things we're currently obsessed with in the Star Wars universe, and then we get argumentative. Not really. But we do discuss topics fans love to debate, such as midi-chlorians, prequels, and more! Things we mention on the show: Moving Target: A Princess Leia Adventure by Jason Fry and Cecil Castellucci What BB-8's Really Saying in M...2017-11-081h 10Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #5: Love Is in the AirThe fifth episode of Lattes with Leia is here! Pour a cup of your beverage of choice and join us -- Amy Ratcliffe and Dr. Andrea Letamendi -- as we take a trip to the galaxy far, far away. Bonus: We have our first guest on this episode, author Sarah Kuhn! After we talk about what we're currently obsessed with in the Star Wars universe, we discuss romance. We go over our favorite couples, who we ship, why romance is worthy of everyone's attention, Jedi rules about attachment, etc. Important things we mention on the show: Love and Madness: Star W...2017-11-081h 19Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #4: Going HomeThe fourth episode of Lattes with Leia is here! Pour a cup of your beverage of choice and join us -- Amy Ratcliffe and Dr. Andrea Letamendi -- as we take a trip to the galaxy far, far away. After we talk about what we're currently obsessed with in the Star Wars universe, we discuss the concept of home. What does it mean, how does it affect identity, ships as home, where we'd like to live in the galaxy – you get the idea. Things we mention on the show: How Did This Get Made? Star Wars Holiday Special episode Star War...2017-11-081h 01Lattes With LeiaLattes with Leia Show #3: Droids, PleaseThe third episode of Lattes with Leia is here! Pour a cup of your beverage of choice and join us -- Amy Ratcliffe and Dr. Andrea Letamendi -- as we take a trip to the galaxy far, far away. After we talk about our current Star Wars obsessions, we discuss all things droids. We talk about our favorite droids, their role in the galaxy, whether they feel pain, gender assignments, and more. Things we mention on the show: Star Wars cape from WeLoveFine Anakin and Ahsoka's history video Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Andrea on Twitter: @ArkhamAsylumDoc Contact...2017-11-081h 04Lattes With LeiaLattes With Leia Show # 2: Lessons LearnedThe second episode of Lattes with Leia is here! Pour a cup of your drink of choice and join us -- Amy Ratcliffe and Dr. Andrea Letamendi -- as we take a trip to the galaxy far, far away. This month's show is all about life lessons we've discovered in Star Wars. We discuss points like Darth Vader and his redemption and Ahsoka's decision to leave the Jedi Order and what we've taken away from them. We also talk about General Hux's cat Millicent. Listen to the Show here! Things we reference in the show: Fantasy Flight's Imperial Assault Star...2017-11-081h 03Lattes With LeiaLattes With Leia Show # 1: A Rey of HopeThe first episode of Lattes with Leia is finally here! Brew a cup of your favorite beverage and join us -- Amy Ratcliffe and Dr. Andrea Letamendi -- as we introduce ourselves and our Star Wars history. This month's show is all about the character of Rey from The Force Awakens. We discuss what she means to us, why she's important to the franchise, her abilities, and more. A few books and theories we reference in the show: Rey's Survival Guide The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens Mike Klimo's Ring Theory Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow...2017-11-081h 01The Disney DietDisney Halloween MoviesIt's almost time to celebrate the spookiest holiday out there: Halloween! When Amy and Aaron share their thoughts on some classic Disney Halloween films things might get a little scary. Be sure to let us know all of your favorite Disney Halloween traditions! Bon appétit! You can subscribe to The Disney Diet on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play! Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Aaron on Twitter: @itsFairbanks Connect with The Disney Diet on: Twitter: @thedisneydiet Instagram: @disneydiet2017-10-3000 minThe Disney DietDisney Fashion ft. Ashley EcksteinHold on to your hats and glasses folks because this month is all about Disney fashion! More specifically, Her Universe's new line of Disney inspired apparel debuting right around fall Dapper Day. Amy and Aaron are joined by special guest Ashley Eckstein (From Star Wars: The Clone, Sofia the First, That's So Raven, etc.) to discuss her passion for all things Disney and bringing that appreciation to her apparel company, Her Universe. Bon appétit! October favorites: Amy - Halloween Time at Disneyland Aaron - "The Muppets Take the Bowl...2017-10-0300 min
Steele Wars : Star Wars PodcastSteele Wars Ep 144 : Amy Ratcliffe - The Star Wars Celebration host reveals how she got her start as a Star Wars journalist and debates Porg consumptionAmy Ratcliffe is one of the busiest people covering Star Wars working as both associate editor at Nerdist whilst also contributing to StarWars.com, her own podcast Lattes With Leia whilst twice hosting a stage at Star Wars Celebration. We learn about Amy's abnormal introduction to Star Wars and drops some tips for getting a start in Star Wars journalism.Plus a heated debate over if Chewbacca will eat a porg and the selflessness of Princess Leia vs. the self-centeredness of Luke Skywalker.CLICK TO SEE THE NEW STEELE WARS T-SHIRTSM...2017-09-091h 26The Disney DietDisney Parks Seasonal EventsWelcome to The Disney Diet! Disney Parks are always celebrating something, no matter what the season. On this episode Amy and Aaron discuss some of their favorite seasonal events and whether paid events are worth the value. Be sure to let us know what time of the year to visit the parks is your favorite! Bon appétit! August favorites: Amy - DuckTales Premiere (Full Episode) Aaron - The Lion King on Blu-ray You can subscribe to The Disney Diet on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play...2017-09-0500 minThe Disney DietD23 Expo Recap (Special Release)Welcome to The Disney Diet! On this special release, Amy and Aaron discuss some of their favorite (and not so favorite) experiences from the 2017 D23 Expo. Bon appétit! D23 favorites: Amy - Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Aaron - Wreck-It Ralph 2 Kingdom Hearts III - D23 2017 Toy Story Trailer You can subscribe to The Disney Diet on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play! Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Aaron on Twitter: @itsFairbanks Conn...2017-07-1800 minThe Disney DietD23 Expo Prep ft. Jenny RaeWelcome to The Disney Diet! In this episode, we're joined by our first guest – Jenny Rae! We look ahead to D23 Expo to share what we're looking forward to and drop some tips and tricks for navigating the Disney-centric convention. Bon appétit! This month’s favorites: Return of Fantasmic and Rivers of America Moana and Museum of New Zealand exhibits New DuckTales intro Side by side Carl Barks comparison You can subscribe to The Disney Diet on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play! ...2017-07-0400 min
The Chance Cube - A Star Wars: Destiny PodcastEpisode XL: Amy Ratcliffe and BeyondJason, Amanda, and Kim discuss all the latest Star Wars: Destiny news, analyze Mon Mothma (SR27), and sit down with Amy Ratcliffe to talk Destiny and gaming. We also award this week’s giveaway, and kick off next week’s!
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Geeky StoicsEp #32: The Politics of Disney (ft. Amy Ratcliffe)Is Star Wars different in the era of Disney? In this episode we look at how the internal politics of Disney impact creative and business choices for Star Wars. Amy Ratcliffe of Lattes With Leia joins us for the discussion and shares her insights on how Disney functions and what motivates their thinking on issues of the day. This is a fun conversation you don't want to miss. Stay up to date with Beltway Banthas by subscribing on iTunes or Google Play. Also follow us on Facebook to catch our new bonus content series, Beltway Banter, where h...2017-06-0859 min
Beltway BanthasEp #32: The Politics of Disney (ft. Amy Ratcliffe)Is Star Wars different in the era of Disney? In this episode we look at how the internal politics of Disney impact creative and business choices for Star Wars. Amy Ratcliffe of Lattes With Leia joins us for the discussion and shares her insights on how Disney functions and what motivates their thinking on issues of the day. This is a fun conversation you don't want to miss. Stay up to date with Beltway Banthas by subscribing on iTunes or Google Play. Also follow us on Facebook to catch our new bonus content series, Beltway Banter, where h...2017-06-0859 min
Beltway Banthas: Star Wars, Politics & MoreEp #32: The Politics of Disney (ft. Amy Ratcliffe)Is Star Wars different in the era of Disney? In this episode we look at how the internal politics of Disney impact creative and business choices for Star Wars. Amy Ratcliffe of Lattes With Leia joins us for the discussion and shares her insights on how Disney functions and what motivates their thinking on issues of the day. This is a fun conversation you don't want to miss. Stay up to date with Beltway Banthas by subscribing on iTunes or Google Play. Also follow us on Facebook to catch our new bonus content series, Beltway Banter, where...2017-06-0859 minThe Disney DietFuture of Franchise LandsWelcome to The Disney Diet! In this episode, we look at the past, present and future of themed lands at the Disney Parks. Broad themes have slowly turned to IP driven concepts and we discuss the pros and cons of this shift. Bon appétit! This month’s favorites: Avatar Flight of Passage Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! You can subscribe to The Disney Diet on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play! Follow Amy on Twitter: @amy_geek Follow Aaron on Twitter: @itsFairbanks Connect...2017-06-0600 min
Chew On This: A Nerds United Podcast#83.2 Chew On This Embraces Their Feminine Side: Amy RatcliffeAmy Ratcliffe, writer, geek and nerd extraordinaire joins us to talk about all things nerd. Not only is she a talented writer but like the Chew Crew, she is all for inclusion and diversity. Amy shares her stories about what it’s been like to grow up liking things that supposedly only boys are supposed to like.2017-05-291h 00
Coffee With Kenobi: Star Wars Community & ConversationCWK Show #155: Celebration Orlando Tips, featuring Amy RatcliffeNote: Our most sincere apologies for the audio during our conversation with Amy Ratcliffe. This is through no fault of Ms. Ratcliffe, and is completely due to an error in production; we hope you will bear with us, as Amy has some awesome things to say!In today’s show, we talk with Amy Ratcliffe about our topics for Show # 65, Celebration Orlando questions and tips. We also look back at Cory’s contributions to Coffee With Kenobi over the last four years, as he hosts his last podcast in the CWK studio, as co-host. We also look at Season...2017-04-121h 46Coffee With Kenobi: Star Wars Community & ConversationCWK Show #154: The Road to Celebration Orlando, with One Week to Go, featuring Amy RatcliffeNote: Our most sincere apologies for the audio during our conversation with Amy Ratcliffe. This is through no fault of Ms. Ratcliffe, and is completely due to an error in production; we hope you will bear with us, as Amy has some awesome things to say!The Road to Celebration concludes as Coffee With Kenobi‘s Dan Z & Cory Clubb talk with Behind-The-Scenes Stage Host Amy Ratcliffe, as they give their Top Five panel recommendations. They also discuss the return of Hayden Christensen, look at the Celebration store exclusives, and provide a few essential reminders. With one week to...2017-04-0746 min
The Purrrcast077 - Amy Ratcliffe & Aaron Fairbanks - Science!
The Purrrcast is the cat podcast for you and your feline friends. Based in Los Angeles, hosts Sara Iyer and Steven Ray Morris chat with fellow cat enthusiasts about the furry little creatures they love. Not sure how the cats feel about it though. On episode SEVENTY-SEVEN of The Purrrcast we are delighted to chat with StarWars.com writer Amy Ratcliffe and graphic designer Aaron Fairbanks about their new kitty Ahsoka. We talk to them about why cats love hair ties, the "science" of cat-coloring (Z Chromosomes?), Amy's time inspecting pet food facilities, and more! The Purrrcast, talking to cat p...2017-03-011h 16
Dedicated to Disneyland Paris PodcastEpisode 82: Day Trip with Amy RatcliffeWith both Steve and Mark being in Disneyland Paris last week, neither had time to chase down any news and rumours for this episode, though there is the exquisitely worded Disneyland Paris Halloween 2016 press release which got discussed. The meat of the shows features an interview with Star Wars writer and Disney fan Amy Ratcliffe, who after hosting at Star Wars Celebration Europe took a day trip to Disneyland Paris. Hear the thoughts of someone whose home park is the original Disneyland, and what Amy made of Ratatouille, Pirates of the Caribbean, Phantom Manor and how she was duped...2016-08-171h 17
Crazy 4 Comic ConComic-ConVersation: Amy Ratcliffe aka: @Amy_GeekComic-Con is just a week away! Before we hit ‘ludicrous speed’, let’s pause for another Comic-ConVersations with a very special guests. After interviewing the panelists from my Wrath of Con Bloggers panel (Thu 10a), I am now moving on to my GEEK WARS: The Nerds Awaken Panelist (Fri 10a). This panel will be a combination nerd trivia and social discussion with some awesome professional geeks. I had a great conversation with Dr Ali Mattu which posted a couple of days ago- check it out if you haven’t yet. Tonight I had a chance to chat with Amy Ratcliffe, a...2015-07-0100 min