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Podcast StardustRevenge of the Sith, Part 6 - “You’re the Sith Lord” In part six of our series celebrating Revenge of the Sith, Anakin Skywalker discovers the identity of the Sith Lord and Obi-Wan Kenobi and Grievous battle to the death. Craig Dickinson from Reading Between the Reels joins us for the discussion. This discussion covers the segment of Revenge of the Sith that runs from 1:00:54 to 1:10:56. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Craig’s experience with Revenge of the Sith, The report that Obi-Wan Kenobi has engaged General Grievous and Mace Windu...2025-06-2559 min
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - June 2025 In this month’s edition of “World Between Worlds,” Jay is getting everyone ready for summer Star Wars style with beach towels, picnic supplies, workout clothes, and more. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: A Grogu Love Pop birthday card, Darth Vader etched glasses and ice molds from Williams Sonoma, Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 badge prints, Star Wars socks from Stance, The Saber Crew socks from Stance, The LEGO Star Wars Logo set, The Chopper LEGO Star Wars set, Star Wars soap from Dr. Squatch, Beach towels from Sobel W...2025-06-1854 min
Podcast StardustRevenge of the Sith, Part 5 - Hello There In part five of our series celebrating Revenge of the Sith, the war comes to the wookiees and Kashyyyk, Anakin says goodbye to Obi-Wan, and Obi-Wan confronts General Grievous. Alan Zaugg from Idiot’s Array joins us for this discussion. The episode of Podcast Stardust covers the segment of the movie that runs from 48:00 to 1:00:54 on Disney+. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our first impressions of the wookiee homeworld of Kashyyyk, The Jedi Council’s decision to send Obi-Wan Kenobi...2025-05-281h 03
Podcast StardustTales of the Underworld: Cad Bane We conclude our discussion of Tales of the Underworld with a discussion of Cad Bane and his origins from the final three episodes. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on the Cad Bane episodes of Tales of the Underworld, How Cad Bane and his childhood friend took diverging paths after a childhood job, The ambiguity of Cad Bane’s relationship with another Duros, Lazlo, a mentor type character for Cad Bane, Cad Bane’s desire for revenge, Some of the themes of these episodes, and How t...2025-05-2646 min
Podcast StardustEpisode 889 - World Between Worlds - May 2025 In the latest roundup of Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products, Jay finds some Andor related products and gets everyone ready for summer in Star Wars style. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The Ahsoka Tano Valentine’s Day Funko Pop, An Ahsoka Tano Tote Bag, An Ahsoka themed Chibi Characters 16-oz ceramic mug, Andor themed candles, air fresheners, and wax melts from The Nerf Herder Co., The “I Have Friends Everywhere” t-shirt from ChewbakahCrates, New Star Wars inspired sunglasses from Diff, The Heroes & Villains Star Wars summer collect...2025-05-2139 min
Podcast StardustAndor Season 2, Episodes 10-12 The final three episodes of Andor raise the stakes for Cassian and the Rebellion as they race to rescue one of their own while the Empire scrambles to bury a secret. This episode of Podcast Stardust discusses the following episodes from season two of Andor: Episode 10 - “Make It Stop” Episode 11 - “Who Else Knows?” Episode 12 - “Jedha, Kyber, Erso” In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our non-spoiler thoughts on the final three episodes of season two and the series of Andor, Lonni’s meeting with Luthen that lea...2025-05-161h 05
Podcast StardustTales of the Underworld: Asajj Ventress At long last, Star Wars fans learn of how Asajj Ventress survived and what her life’s course was in the aftermath of the Clone Wars in Tales of the Underworld. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our non-spoiler thoughts about the Asajj Ventress episodes of Tales of the Underworld, The quality of the music from the Kiners, The “funeral” for Asajj spawning from Dark Disciple, Asajj’s decision when given a choice to return to the land of the living and what her motivation was, The introduction of Lyco S...2025-05-1437 min
Podcast StardustAndor Season 2, Episodes 7-9 The Empire commits the Ghorman Massacre, Mon Mothma makes a fateful speech, and Cassian Andor finds a new sidekick in the most recent batch of episodes from season two of Andor. We are covering “Messenger,” “Who Are You?” and “Welcome to the Rebellion” in this episode. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our non-spoiler thoughts on these three episodes of Andor, The Ghorman Massacre, Cassian Andor’s mission to Ghorman, Syril Karn’s realization as to what the Empire was actually up to on Ghorman and his rea...2025-05-091h 00
Podcast StardustAndor Season 2, Episodes 4-6 The political and revolutionary climate intensifies on Ghorman and Cassian Andor is sent to assess the situation in the latest arc of episodes from season two of Andor. We are covering “Ever Been to Ghorman,” “I Have Friends Everywhere,” and “What a Festive Evening” in this episode. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss (not in this order): Cassian and Bix hiding out on Coruscant, Cassian Andor’s mission to Ghorman and his evolution as a spy, What is happening on Ghorman and the organization of the Ghorman F...2025-05-021h 07
Podcast StardustRevenge of the Sith, Part 4 - “The Tragedy of Darth Plagueis the Wise” Chancellor Palptaine and the Jedi Council create conflict within Anakin Skywalker as they each appeal to his loyalty and duty against the other. Allen Voivod from Star Wars 7x7 joins us for this discussion. The episode covers the segment of Revenge of the Sith that runs from 34:43 to 48:00. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Allen’s experience and favorite parts of Revenge of the Sith, Anakin’s decision not to tell Obi-Wan about his meeting with Yoda, Chancellor Palpatine asking Anakin...2025-04-231h 31
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - April 2025 With Star Wars Celebration Japan and the re-release of Revenge of the Sith coming up, Jay is back with an early edition of “World Between Worlds” rounding up new Star Wars lifestyle and fashion projects. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Some of Jay’s acquisitions from Fan Expo Cleveland, An update on some athletic shorts Jay picked up from Her Universe, Star Wars Easter merch available on Etsy, Revenge of the Sith merchandise available at screenings of the movie later this month, A new shirt designed by Ashley...2025-04-0951 min
Podcast StardustRevenge of the Sith, Part 3: Something Wonderful Has Happened In part three of our Revenge of the Sith Series, Padmé shares news of her pregnancy and Anakin Skywalker has nightmares about her demise. Jeff from World Gone Geek joins us for this discussion. This episode covers the segment of the film that runs from 23:37 to 34:42. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Jeff’s memories of seeing Revenge of the Sith for the first time, The tension between Jedi Master Mace Windu and Chancellor Palpatine upon Palpatine’s return to Coruscan...2025-03-261h 10
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - March 2025 As we roll into spring, Jay has found some fun Star Wars themed fashion and lifestyle products perfect for your closet upgrade. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: A found Darth Vader mug, The Star Wars Villainous: Power of the Dark Side game, New Star Wars soap collections from Dr. Squatch, Star Wars themed high top shoes from Foot Wonders, Clothing inspired by Padmé’s picnic dress at Her Universe, An Endor Watercolor Dress, also from Her Universe, Star Wars Active Shorts from, you guessed it, Her Universe, A St...2025-03-1944 min
Podcast StardustEwoks: The Battle for Endor In the follow-up to Caravan of Courage, Cindel and Wicket befriend a hermit and his sidekick after marauders raid the Ewok village Cindel’s family had sought refuge in. We’re discussing another made for television Star Wars movie with our discussion of Ewoks: The Battle for Endor. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on The Battle for Endor, How this movie compares to Ewoks: Caravan of Courage, The tragic beginning of this movie and the themes of loss and grief, The special effects, Wilford Briml...2025-03-1242 min
Podcast StardustThe Clone Wars - "Cargo of Doom" 202 Cad Bane proves his cruelty and Anakin Skywalker makes difficult choices as he attempts to recover the stolen Jedi holocron in this episode of The Clone Wars. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode, The level of the violence and mature nature of some of the material in this episode, Cad Bane’s cruelty, Admiral Yularen’s disdain for Anakin in this episode, Some of the outstanding action in this episode and the zero gravity fight, The “space suits” that Anakin and Ahsoka wore, A...2025-03-1027 min
Podcast StardustThe Clone Wars - "Holocron Heist" 201 Cad Bane infiltrates the Jedi Temple on Coruscant to steal a Jedi holocron while Ahsoka is working security in the Jedi archive in the season two premiere of The Clone Wars. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Ahsoka’s disobedience on Felucia after receiving orders to retreat from Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker, The punishment the Jedi Council issued to Ahsoka, The mission Cad Bane received from Darth Sidious and what this interaction means for other episode of The Clone Wars, Jocasta Nu’s first appearance in The Clone...2025-03-0330 min
Podcast StardustLaugh It Up, Fuzzball - Hardware Wars We begin a new segment on Podcast Stardust discussing some of the best parodies of Star Wars. This episode features the 1978 short film Hardware Wars. You can find Hardware Wars on YouTube here. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: What “Laugh It Up, Fuzzball” is about and why we started this new segment, The history of Hardware Wars, The format of this parody as a mock movie trailer, The success of Hardware Wars, Paul Fress, the narrator, The cast of Hardware Wars, Many of the pr...2025-02-2629 min
Podcast StardustRevenge of the Sith, Part 2: Another Happy Landing In the second installment of our Revenge of the Sith series, Anakin defeats Count Dooku, General Grievous flees from the Jedi, and Anakin and Obi-Wan successfully crashland on Coruscant. Jen Sopchockchai from The Long Take Review joins us for this discussion. This segment of the movie starts at 11:22 and runs to 23:37. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Jen’s memories of seeing this movie for the first time, her favorite scene, and favorite character in Revenge of the Sith, Anakin Skywa...2025-02-1955 min
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - February 2025 Star Wars candles, table linens, lightsaber necklaces, and Valentine’s Day feature in this month’s edition of World Between Worlds. Also, Jay has some Star Wars themed destinations to add to your travel plans. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Recent Star Wars fashion and lifestyle acquisitions, A few last minute Star Wars gifts for Valentine’s Day, Someone Who Loves You by Beth Revis, A Star Wars candle from The Nerf Herder Co., Star Wars themed table linens from Heroes & Villains, Saber Necklaces from Legion Sabers, and S...2025-02-1237 min
Podcast StardustEpisode 838 - World Between Worlds - January 2025 In the first edition of World Between Worlds for 2025, Dennis and Jay discuss their holiday acquisitions. Plus, Jay is ready to help you with your New Year’s resolutions with some new Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Star Wars themed soap from Dr. Squatch, New Star Wars tumblers from Tervis, Star Wars Performance Light Crew socks from Stance, The Star Wars by JAZ - Stance Poly Crew Socks Box Set, Darth Bane and Asajj Ventress enamel pins from Blank Slate on Ets...2025-01-2252 min
Podcast StardustRevenge of the Sith, Part 1: This Is Where the Fun Begins Our year-long series analyzing Revenge of the Sith for its 20th anniversary begins with a look at the Jedi arrival at General Grievous’s flagship. Ryder Waldron from Idiot’s Array and Star Wars School of Dentistry joins us for this episode. This segment of the movie starts at 00:00 and runs to 11:21. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Ryder’s remembrances of seeing Revenge of the Sith for the first time, his favorite character, and favorite scene, The opening crawl of the mo...2025-01-1554 min
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - December 2024 Just in time for Christmas, Jay has some Star Wars lifestyle and fashion product ideas for everyone on your list. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Recent Star Wars fashion and lifestyle acquisitions and product updates, The Shut Down the Garbage Mashers ornament from Hallmark, The Mandalorian Grogu in Hovering Pram ornament from Hallmark, Funko Something Wild! Star Wars The Mandalorian with Grogu Pocket Pop! Card Game, A Star Wars Holiday R2-D2 from Funko Pop, Jay’s meeting with Hayden Christensen, Star Wars gifts from Kohl’s, More...2024-12-1844 min
Podcast StardustSkeleton Crew: Episode 3 - “Very Interesting, As an Astrogation Problem” Jod Na Nawood and the children make their escape from Port Borgo and look for assistance in finding At Attin in another action packed episode of Skeleton Crew. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our initial non-spoiler thoughts on this episode and the show in general, The meeting of the parents and their reaction to the safety droid bringing news from the Supervisor, Who or what is the Supervisor and what is “The Great Work,” More mystery around Jod Na Nawood, Who is Crimson Jack? Jod’s “friend” that may st...2024-12-1346 min
Podcast StardustThe High Republic: Tears of the Nameless Jedi Knight Reath Silas navigates competing mentorships while attempting to discover the secrets of the Nameless and the blight while a Child of the Storm hunts Jedi across the galaxy in the latest entry from The High Republic. Greg Cass from Eyeoncanon.com joins us for this discussion. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this young adult adventure from George Mann, Jedi Knight Reath Silas’s role as one of the, if not the, primary protagonists in the novel, How form...2024-12-0444 min
Podcast StardustThe Clone Wars - "The Blue Virus" - 117 Padmé, Jar Jar, the Jedi, and clones race to stop a maniacal scientist from resurrecting a long dead virus in this episode of our The Clone Wars re-watch. Greg Cass from Eyeoncanon.com joins us for this discussion. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: A different voice actor for Jar Jar Binks, The debut of Captain Typho in The Clone Wars, Peppi Bow, a new gungan that discovers the Blue Shadow Virus on Naboo, Dr. Nuvo Vindi, the mad doctor responsible for the return of...2024-12-0234 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace, Part 12 - Peace Obi-Wan Kenobi defeats Darth Maul, Amidala captures the Queen, and Anakin Skywalker destroys the Trade Federation Battleship as the light side wins in our final installment of our The Phantom Menace series. We are joined by Aaron Harris and David Modders from Star Wars Reactions for this episode. This episode covers the segment of the film that runs from 2:00:11 to the end. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The gungans defeat at the hands of the battle droids, How Padmé tric...2024-11-2956 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace, Part 11 - Qui-Gon’s Noble End As Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan duel with Darth Maul, Queen Amidala and her guards pursue Viceroy Nute Gunray, the Gungans fight the battle droids, and Anakin and Artoo assault the Trade Federation in part 11 of our The Phantom Menace series. We are joined by Aaron Harris and David Modders from Star Wars Reactions for this episode. This episode covers the segment of the film that runs from 1:54:40 to 2:00:10. In this episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Some of Aaron and David’s favorite characters and moments from The P...2024-11-2750 min
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - November 2024 The holiday season is upon us and Jay is kicking things off with a round up of Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products perfect for the most wonderful time of the year. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Star Wars Life Day merchandise from Disney, Life Day food offerings available at Disneyland, An Ewok themed Ugly Christmas Sweater from Box Lunch, An R2-D2 themed Ugly Christmas Sweater from Her Universe, Girls Crew holiday Star Wars jewelry available on Her Universe, Star Wars Space Slippers from Super Hero S...2024-11-2045 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace, Part 10 - The Battle Begins The Gungans take the field against the battle droids, Padmé leads the Naboo against the Viceroy, and Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi duel Darth Maul. We are joined by Craig Dickinson from Reading Between the Reels, and Tom Gross from Teachers in the Dungeon for this discussion of The Phantom Menace. The segment of The Phantom Menace we are discussing runs from 1:44:38 to 1:54:39. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Craig and Tom’s memories of seeing The Phantom Menace for the fi...2024-10-231h 02
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - October 2024 Jay has found some Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products perfect for fall and Halloween in this edition of World Between Worlds. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Star Wars inspired shirts from Phaseline, A Hunter inspired scent from The Nerf Herder Co., An Ahsoka themed candle from The Nerf Herder Co., Items honoring Carrie Fisher from The Nerf Herder Co., The Lothcat Cafe Collection, also from The Nerf Herder Co., A Candy Corn Loth-Cat from Target, The Star Wars Pumpkinfied BB-8 Silk Touch Throw Blanket at Home D...2024-10-1647 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch Returns - Star Wars News This week’s Star Wars news features Jay’s recap of the Cleveland Gaming Classic, a surprise Star Wars audiobook, and a new Bad Batch story. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Jay’s weekend at the Cleveland Gaming Classic as a cosplay guest, The surprise of a new Star Wars audiobook, Padawan’s Pride, and A new story featuring the Bad Batch from Dark Horse Comics. 2024-09-2725 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace, Part 9 - Return to Naboo Queen Amidala returns to Naboo with the Jedi to defend her. With a little assistance from Jar Jar Binks, she plans to raise an army and take back her planet from the Trade Federation. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The Jedi Council’s decision not to train Anakin Skywalker and Qui-Gon Jinn’s response, Qui-Gon’s disagreement with Obi-Wan Kenobi over training Anakin, The Trade Federation and Darth Sidious’s plan for Amidala’s return to Naboo, Queen Amidala’s attempt to recruit the gungans and the reveal of her...2024-09-2544 min
Podcast StardustSkeleton Crew Photos from EW - Star Wars News This week’s discussion of Star Wars news looks at some exclusive photos for Skeleton Crew from Entertainment Weekly, an excerpt from Tears of the Nameless, Ewan McGregor getting his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and more. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Exclusive Skeleton Crew photos from Entertainment Weekly, An always on live streaming channel featuring Star Wars and Marvel coming to Disney+, An excerpt from The High Republic: Tears of the Nameless by George Mann, Ewan McGregor getting his star on the Hollywood Walk of...2024-09-2040 min
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - September 2024 In this month’s round up of Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products, Jay has some new clothing finds and gets everyone ready for Halloween. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: A “Hello Snips” crafted metal fandom sign from Fangirling Over Jesus, A Chopper inspired shirt from A Fan of____ Shop, Star Wars phone cases from Wolfcase, New hard-shell carry-on suitcases from Heroes & Villains, Star Wars collared sweatshirts and cargo pants from Purshoadex, Coolers featuring Jabba and his palace from Igloo, New Star Wars military mashup shirts from Phaseli...2024-09-1854 min
Podcast StardustThe Clone Wars - "Downfall of a Droid" - 106 After an aggressive battle with General Grievous’s fleet, Anakin Skywalker loses R2-D2 in space. Although he gets a replacement astromech, he can’t let his friend go. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The tone of this episode compared the previous five episodes, The music of this episode and how it differs, What R2-D2 means to Anakin Skywalker, The production order of The Clone Wars and how this episode was one of the first produced, Obi-Wan Kenobi’s reaction to Anakin losing R2-D2, The IG assa...2024-09-1631 min
Podcast StardustThe Clone Wars - "Rookies" - 105 The clones take center stage when the Separatists attack a Republic listening post manned only by rookie clone troopers. Never fear, Captain Rex and Commander Cody arrive to save the day. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: How this episode is a foundational episode for so many other episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, The first appearance of the commando droids and why they are rare, The introduction of Echo and how he changes so much later, Captain Rex and Commander Cody making their debuts in The C...2024-09-0928 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace Novelization We dive into the novelization for The Phantom Menace by Terry Brooks and discuss the additions, the changes, and what makes it work. We are joined by Ross Hollebon of the Album Cockpit Podcast and Fantatracks.com. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our first experiences reading the novelization of The Phantom Menace, Some of our favorite scenes that appeared in the novel that were not in the movie, How this stroy works as a novel compared to as a movie, The discussion of th...2024-09-0456 min
Podcast StardustThe Clone Wars - “Destroy Malevolence” - 104 The “Malevolence” trilogy of episodes concludes as Anakin and Obi-Wan board the Separatist battleship to rescue Senator Padmé Amidala from General Grievous. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: How “Destroy Malevolence” compares to the previous two episodes in this trilogy, Senator Padmé Amidala’s first appearance in The Clone Wars, Obi-Wan Kenbobi’s first action role in The Clone Wars, The banter between Obi-Wan and General Grievous, Whether the Jedi should have been suspicious of Chancellor Palpatine after this, Anakin and Padmé’s romance, The rail jet system inside the Malevo...2024-09-0226 min
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - August 2024 Jay recaps the Her Universe Fashion Show from San Diego Comic Con and highlights some other Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product finds in this edition of World Between Worlds. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Local Star Wars jewelry Jay received as a gift, An Ahsoka plushie and action figure Jay received as a birthday present, Star Wars Oreos, The results of the Her Universe Fashion Show from San Diego Comic Con, The Acolyte inspired merchandise from the YourWeirdAuntShop on Etsy, New Star Wars Sweater Vests from H...2024-08-2846 min
Podcast StardustThe Clone Wars - "Shadow of Malevolence" - 103 The “Malevolence” trilogy continues with “Shadow of Malevolence” in our The Clone Wars re-watch. Anakin leads Shadow Squadron in a daring mission to destroy General Grievous’s battleship. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: What this episode of The Clone Wars reminds us of from other Star Wars properties, Ahsoka’s inexperience and maturity in “Shadow of Malevolence,” Count Dooku’s comments to General Grievous about carelessly destroying battle droids, Comments made by Plo Koon and others about Anakin’s leadership abilities and whether they were earned, The assault on the Malev...2024-08-2629 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace, Part 8 - A Vote of No Confidence Our discussion of The Phantom Menace for its 25th anniversary continues with a discussion of Amidala’s call for a vote of no confidence in Valorum’s leadership and the dispute about training Anakin as a Jedi. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Senator Palpatine briefing Queen Amidala on the state of the Republic and how he planted the seeds for a vote of no confidence in Chancellor Valorum, Qui-Gon’s report to the Jedi Council about the Sith and a vergence in the Force, Anakin Skywalker’s attempt t...2024-08-2147 min
Podcast StardustThe Clone Wars - "Rising Malevolence" - 102 Our re-watch of The Clone Wars continues with a viewing of “Rising Malevolence” from season one. Anakin and Ahsoka set off on a mission to rescue Jedi Master Plo Koon from a new Separatist secret super weapon. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our memories of watching this episode for the first time, The first appearances of Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano in The Clone Wars, How Plo Koon relates to the clones in his command, The creepiness of the battle droids as they hunt down and murder clone...2024-08-1932 min
Podcast StardustD23 Star Wars Reveals We are discussing the announcements regarding The Mandalorian and Grogu, Skeleton Crew, Andor, LEGO: Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy and more from D23. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: News about the filming of The Mandalorian and Grogu and a sizzle reel, Diego Luna’s comments on season two of Andor and character confirmations, A first look at Skeleton Crew, A new trailer for LEGO: Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy, An update to Smuggler’s Run at Galaxy’s Edge featuring the Mandalorian and Grogu, and Harrison Ford, Frank O...2024-08-1634 min
Podcast StardustAsk Me Anything Star Wars - August 2024 We take a break from our usual schedule to ask and answer several questions of each other about Star Wars. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: What kind of cosplay Jay might build if funds weren’t an issue, If we had our choice, what kind of job would we want with Lucasfilm, What our feelings are about the old expanded universe getting set aside as Legends now that ten years have passed, and more. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all...2024-08-1433 min
Podcast StardustThe Clone Wars - "Ambush" - 101 Begun, the rewatch of The Clone Wars has! We’re going all the way back to episode one, season one with a discussion of Yoda’s fight against Asajj Ventress and her battle droids. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our memories from seeing the very first episode of The Clone Wars for the first time, The quality of the animation and how it has changed over the years, How the clones and the battle droids evolved from the movies to animation, The environment of the dried coral moon...2024-08-1230 min
Podcast StardustDark Side Princess Leia - Star Wars News This week’s Star Wars news begins with Jay’s take on news from San Diego Comic Con announcements, and then we discuss the upcoming “what if?” story where Leia joins the Dark Side of the Force. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Jay’s interest and excitement for Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, A longer discussion of the Star Wars publishing announcements from San Diego Comic Con, Some deeper thoughts on “Reign of the Empire,” The announcement of the back-up story from Darth Vader 2024-08-0932 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace Trivia - Part 6 This installment of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace Trivia is all about the Boonta Eve Classic podrace. The trivia in this episode covers the segment of The Phantom Menace that runs from 55:03 to 1:10:04, which is the podrace. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we are answering trivia that includes the following topics: Which podracer has pole position for the Boonta Eve Classic? Who are the commentators for the podrace? What Hutt accompanied Jabba the Hutt to the podrace? Who sabotages Anakin Skywalker’s podrace? Which aliens were...2024-08-0722 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace Trivia - Part 5 The Phantom Menace trivia returns with questions about Qui-Gon Jinn’s deal with Watto about the podrace and preparing Anakin’s podracer for the Boonta Eve Classic. The questions in this round of trivia focus on the portion of The Phantom Menace that runs from 44:14 to 55:02. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we are discussing trivia about: Qui-Gon’s deal with Watto to enter Anakin Skywalker in the Boonta Eve Classic, Preparing the podracer for the race, The kids that watch Anakin work on his podracer, Qui-Gon...2024-08-0524 min
Podcast StardustThe High Republic: Temptation of the Force The battle between the Jedi and Marchion Ro and the Nihil continues in Tessa Gratton’s Temptation of the Force. We are discussing the latest adult novel from The High Republic in this episode. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall non-spoiler thoughts on the novel, Porter Engle and his pursuit of General Veiss, Bell Zettifar and Burryaga and their pursuit of reports of the return of the Drengir and the mysterious blight plaguing planets around the galaxy, Vernestra Rwoh’s role in this novel, Xylan Graf and h...2024-07-2950 min
Podcast StardustThe Battle of Jakku - Star Wars News The Battle of Jakku will explore the final battle of the Galactic Civil War in the pages of Marvel comics starting this October. We are discussing what we know and how this works with existing canon. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The announcement that the Battle of Jakku is coming to Marvel comics, How this comic will work with canon novels such as Chuck Wendig’s Aftermath and Alexander Freed’s Alphabet Squadron, Some of the teases from the press release and the descriptions of the issues, The a...2024-07-2627 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace, Part 7 - No Longer a Slave In the aftermath of the podrace, Anakin is freed, Darth Maul attacks, and the Jedi deliver the Queen of Naboo to Coruscant. We are breaking it down in part seven of our The Phantom Menace series. We are joined by Dan Zehr, host of Coffee with Kenobi and Star Wars author, for this discussion. The segment of the film we discuss runs from 1:10:04 to 1:22:45. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Dan’s earliest experiences with The Phantom Menace, The celebration of An...2024-07-2459 min
Podcast StardustThe Acolyte - Episode 8 - "The Acolyte" The season finale of The Acolyte brings Sol, Osha, Mae, and the Stranger into a dangerous final confrontation while Jedi Master Vernestra Rwoh investigates. In this fully episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Osha’s vision when she puts on Qimir’s helmet, More about who and what Osha and Mae are how they were created, Senator Rayencourt’s meeting with Vernestra, Whether we have sympathy for Sol and whether he is solely to blame for everything that happened, Why the Jedi are always portrayed as deeply flawed, How this episode and prior episodes foresha...2024-07-1954 min
Podcast StardustMarvel's The High Republic, Phase 3, #5 and #6 We return to Cavan Scott’s The High Republic with a discussion of issues five and six. Keeve Trennis attempts to recover Jedi Master Sskeer while a Child of the Storm hunts the Jedi. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Keeve Trennis’s attempt to get through to Jedi Master Sskeer as he suffers from Magrak syndrome, The rift that has developed between Terec and Ceret, The unexpected return of a phase two character, The mysterious child that the Jedi find, and Lourna Dee’s role in all of this...2024-07-1734 min
Podcast StardustThe Acolyte - Episode 7 - Choice The penultimate episode of the first season of The Acolyte returns to the clash between he Jedi and the witches on Brendok 16 years earlier to provide answers ahead of the finale. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall non-spoiler thoughts on this episode, What brought the Jedi to Brendok in the first place and how this relates to Star Wars at large, Torbin’s desires to return to Coruscant and how that impacts this episode and the series, Who was to blame for what happened between the Jed...2024-07-1248 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace Trivia - Part 4 In light of a slow news week, we return to trivia for The Phantom Menace. These questions largely focus on Qui-Gon’s interactions with Watto in his shop. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Questions about the parts that Qui-Gon tries to buy from Watto, What kind of currency and how much of it that Qui-Gon has, Jar Jar’s antics in Watto’s shop while Qui-Gon bargains with Watto, Anakin’s discussion with Padmé, Trivia surrounding Sebulba’s introduction, Questions about Qui-Gon, Jar Jar, and Padmé’s introduction to...2024-07-0823 min
Podcast StardustThe Acolyte - Episode 6 - Teach/Corrupt In the aftermath of the battle on Khofar, the Stranger tempts Osha to the dark side while Mae continues her infiltration of Sol’s ship in this thought provoking episode of The Acolyte. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Acolyte, Whether the Unknown Planet is Ahch-to or not, Qimir’s statements about the Jedi to Osha and his attempts to draw her to the dark side of the Force, How some of Qimir’s statements about anger and fear find root in...2024-07-0551 min
Podcast StardustThe Living Force The Jedi Council takes a joint goodwill mission to the planet Kwenn and confronts pirates bent on revenge in this pre-The Phantom Menace novel by John Jackson Miller. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our non-spoiler thoughts before we dive into the details of the book, The opening scenes featuring Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon’s challenge to the Jedi Council, The mission to Kwenn and what the Jedi hope to accomplish, Our favorite Jedi Masters in this book, Zilastra, the leader of the pirates, and wha...2024-07-0338 min
Podcast StardustThe Acolyte - Episode 5 - Night In an action packed episode of The Acolyte, the identity of the Stranger is revealed. We break down all the action, discuss our reservations about this series, and anticipate how this all plays out in this episode. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Some of our reservations and concerns about the series so far, The intensity of the lightsaber combat in this episode of The Acolyte, The identity of the dark side Force user and whether he really is a Sith or not, Some of the character deaths, W...2024-06-2852 min
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - June 2024 Jay’s Star Wars lifestyle and fashion selections lean towards summer and eventually back to school this month. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Star Wars Oreos and blue milk (again), Beskar Knives from Hedley & Bennett, A VHS copy of Star Wars: A New Hope, 3-D Star Wars puzzles, Some autographs from Vanessa Marshall, News about the Her Universe Fashion Show at San Diego Comic Con, The “Totally Tropical” line from Her Universe, The AT-AT Retro collection from Her Universe, Summer athletic dresses from Her Universe, Ahsoka inspired swimwea...2024-06-2644 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace, Part 6 - The Podrace In the sixth entry of our series celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Phantom Menace, we are discussing Anakin’s adventure participating in the Boonta Eve podrace. Anthony King from Force Ghost Conversations joins us for this discussion. The segment of the film we discuss runs from 55:02 to 1:10:04. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The opening shots of the podrace and the announcers, The pageantry present at the start of the podrace, including Jabba’s introduction and the flag presentation, Some of...2024-06-241h 07
Podcast StardustThe Acolyte - Episodes 1-4 Our coverage of The Acolyte begins with a discussion of episodes one through four, including overall thoughts, exploration of the mystery, and analysis of elements that might not work for us. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall, non-spoiler thoughts to the first four episodes of The Acolyte, Reactions to some of the twists of this series (character deaths, etc.), Some shocking moments from the Jedi and our response, The history of Mae and the backstory presented in episodes three, Who the villain lurking in the background m...2024-06-2149 min
Podcast StardustEpisode 744 - Top Ten Animated Star Wars Characters We are celebrating Star Wars animation with a discussion of our top ten Star Wars animated characters. We are joined by Cap and Star from the Star Wars Stuff podcast for this discussion. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The rules for our list, which actually reaches to 16 total characters from animation, The background and history of many of our favorite animated Star Wars characters, Some of our favorite villains from Star Wars animation, and A few honorable mentions in a lightning round. Th...2024-06-1942 min
Podcast StardustEpisode 740 - Rebel Moon - Part 2: The Scargiver We take a look at Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon - Part 2: The Scargiver and how it compares to Star Wars. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Starust, we discuss: Our overall, non-spoiler thoughts on Rebel Moon - Part 2, How this movie follows in the tradition of movies like The Seven Samurai, The Star Wars influences we found in Rebel Moon - Part 2, The scenes that stood out to us and criticisms we have of the movie, The potential for a sequel, and How, if at all, this movie could work as...2024-06-1042 min
Podcast StardustStar Wars Music From John Williams to Kevin Kiner and Michael Giacchino and many others, we are discussing the element of music in Star Wars movies and projects. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The legacy of John Williams and what makes his music so great in Star Wars, What are favorite John Williams Star Wars tracks are, Other composers, Michael Giacchino and John Powell, that have composed music for Star Wars music, Some of the composers, such as Kevin Kiner, and their work for Star Wars shows that have appeared o...2024-06-0752 min
Podcast StardustEpisode 738 - State of The High Republic Two phases of The High Republic are complete and the third has begun. We’re taking a look back at what has worked so far in this multimedia publishing initiative and what our favorite moments and characters have been. Greg Cass, also known as Eye on Canon, joins us for this discussion. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our experience with The High Republic so far, What live action Star Wars could learn from The High Republic, What we like most about this story init...2024-06-0546 min
Podcast StardustStar Wars on Disney+ We are taking stock of all the Star Wars projects announced for Disney+ and reflecting on what came before. Colby Meade from The ColbyCast joins us for the discussion of this episode. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podast Stardust, we discuss: The development of and teases for The Acolyte, How someone who hasn’t read The High Republic comics and books feels about The Acolyte, Our thoughts on Skeleton Crew, The impact of Andor and our anticipation for the second season, What Jedi and Sith we are hopi...2024-06-0342 min
Podcast StardustStar Wars Movies in Production We take a look at the movies that have been announced as being in some state of development and production and discuss our expectations, if any, for each. Kara DJ from Into A Larger World joins us for this discussion. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The difficulty of getting excited for a new Star Wars movie given the recent history of Star Wars movie announcements, What the advantage of having the “New Jedi Order” movie is to Star Wars overall, Our thoughts on Taika...2024-05-3146 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace, Part 5 - He Knows Nothing of Greed Qui-Gon Jinn and Anakin Skywalker put their plan to enter the Boonta Eve Podrace and Qui-Gon explores Anakin’s origins with Shmi in this segment from The Phantom Menace. Greg McLaughlin from The Rebel Base Card Podcast joins us for this discussion. The segment of the film we discuss runs from 44:14 to 55:02.. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Greg’s first experiences with this movie, his favorite scenes, and favorite characters, The deal that Qui-Gon makes with Watto to get Anakin...2024-05-291h 13
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary Special #1 (Marvel) Marvel and Greg Pak deliver a comic adaptation of The Phantom Menace featuring the character of Anakin Skywalker that celebrates his good heart. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Exactly what kind of story The Phantom Menace 25th Anniversary Special #1 is, Anakin’s opening dream about becoming a Jedi, The rescue of a Tusken Raider captured by slavers in Mos Eisley, How this story interweaves with the events of The Phantom Menace, Anakin’s observations of Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan arguing about him, What Jar Jar has to say about...2024-05-2728 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch Season 3 Retrospective With a few weeks having passed since the season three finale of The Bad Batch having passed, we look back at the best moments, favorite clones, guest appearances, and unresolved issues. We are joined by Cap and Star from the Star Wars Stuff podcast for this discussion. In this episode of Podcast Stardust we discuss: Our overall thoughts on season three of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, Our favorite episodes and moments from the season, Who our favorite clones were throughout these 15 episodes, The best guest appearances, Unresolved issues from th...2024-05-2242 min
Podcast StardustTales of the Empire - Part 2: Barriss Offee Our discussion of Tales of the Empire continues with the three episodes featuring Barriss Offee after the fall of the Republic. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The Fourth Sister’s offer to Barriss, Barriss’s meeting with the Grand Inquisitor and initiation into the Inquisitors, A journey to a remote world to hunt down a Jedi and Barriss’s revelation that things weren’t as she assumed, Barriss’s redemption and her attempt to redeem the Fourth Sister later in life. For our discussion of the first three...2024-05-2048 min
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - May 2024 Star Wars coffee, May the 4th merchandise, and eyewear this episode of World Between Worlds before Jay interviews the founder of Passionfruit Denim Company. In this fully armed and operational episode of “World Between Worlds” on Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Star Wars themed coffee from Bones Coffee, May the 4th merchandise from Shop Disney, Star Wars Beskar knives from Hedley & Bennett, A Hera tumbler from FangirlingOverJesus, A giveaway (expired) from Box Lunch, Star Wars themed eyewear from Pair, Darth Vader themed hot sauce from Truff, and An interview with Rebekah Reuter of Passionfruit Denim Compa...2024-05-151h 02
Podcast StardustTales of the Empire - Part 1: Morgan Elsbeth We begin our discussion of Tales of the Empire with a discussion of Morgan Elsbeth’s journey from an orphan Nightsister to servant of Admiral Thrawn and the Empire. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on the story of Morgan Elsbeth, The destruction of the Nightsisters and Morgan’s time with the Mountain Clan, Morgan’s inability to embrace the ways of the Mountain Clan, How Morgan came into the service of Admiral Thrawn, Appearances of some characters closely associated with Thrawn, How fear, anger, and hat...2024-05-1335 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch: The Cavalry Has Arrived - 0315 The Bad Batch comes to an end with Clone Force 99’s daring rescue of Omega and the clones on Tantiss. We’re discussing the plot points, surprises, and our thoughts on the conclusion. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on the series conclusion, The Zillo’s rampage through the Tantiss base, Omega and the children’s escape from the Vault, Echo and Emerie’s team-up, Hemlock’s clone commandos, The loss of Crosshair’s hand and what it means, The freedom afforded the Bad Batch at the conclusi...2024-05-0347 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch: Flash Strike - 0314 The Bad Batch make it to Tantiss in their attempt to rescue Omega from Dr. Hemlock, but their mission doesn’t go as planned. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The arrival of the Bad Batch at Tantiss and their fight against the Imperial fighters, The aftermath of the crash landing, Rampart and Crosshair’s conversation on loyalty, What it means for Vice Admiral Rampart to get captured by the Empire, Omega’s reconnaissance of the base on Tantiss and what she discovers, and The children’s attempt to cover...2024-04-2641 min
Podcast StardustWorld Between Worlds - April 2024 Jay shares the details of her latest cosplay build, the Tahiria inspired Mandalorian, and her experience at recent conventions. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Coffee from Bones Coffee, A Queen Amidala paper doll book (currently available on eBay), Some recent acquisitions from Fangirling Over Jesus, A K-2SO print from Portraits by Alan, The Phantom Menace products from ShopDisney for the 25th Anniversary of the film, A Star Wars Padme Handmaiden Hooded Dress from Her Universe, An Ahsoka Tano reversible wrap skirt from Heroes & Villains, Star Wars V...2024-04-2444 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch: Into the Breach - 0313 Omega plans her own escape from Tantiss while the Bad Batch head to Coruscant for the next step in their planned rescue mission. Ross Hollebon from the Album Cockpit Podcast joins us for this episode. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Omega’s introduction to the other children in the Vault at Tantiss, How Omega plots another escape from Tantiss, Emerie’s intentions towards the children compared to the rest of the scientists, Rampart’s role in the Bad Batch’s mission to rescue Omega, T...2024-04-1952 min
Podcast StardustThe Phantom Menace, Part 4: Mind Tricks Don't Work on Me In part four of our series celebrating The Phantom Menace, we meet Anakin Skywalker, Watto, Shmi Skywalker, Threepio, and Sebulba as Qui-Gon looks for a way to acquire the parts they need. Greg Cass, also known as Eye on Canon, joins us for this discussion. The segment of the film we discuss runs from 31:41 to 44:13. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Greg’s early experiences with The Phantom Menace and some of his collectibles, The introduction of Anakin Skywalker and his i...2024-04-171h 32
Podcast StardustStar Wars: Outlaws Trailer - Star Wars News Star Wars: Outlaws gets a story trailer ahead of its August 2024 release. In addition, we talk a new writer for “Dawn of the Jedi,” book news, and details from “Season of the Force.” In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: A new co-writer brought onboard James Mangold’s “Dawn of the Jedi” movie, Our initial thoughts on The Living Force by John Jackson Miller, Details from the story trailer from Ubisoft’s Star Wars: Outlaws, and Updates to the Disney parks for “Season of the Force...2024-04-1526 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch: Juggernaut - 0312 The Bad Batch creates a plan to find and rescue Omega that begins with retrieving an old adversary. Meanwhile, Omega is integrated back into life on Tantiss in the latest episode of The Bad Batch. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Omega’s return to Tantiss and Dr. Hemlock’s explanation of what is going on, Hunter, Wrecker, and Crosshair formulating a plan to find Omega, Crosshair’s reluctance to return to Tantiss, Phee Genoa’s return and inclusion in the plan, The Bad Batch’s mission on Erebus and...2024-04-1229 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch: “Identity Crisis” & “Point of No Return” - 0310 & 0311 Dr. Emerie Karr wrestles with the treatment of Force sensitive children at Mount Tantiss, and the Bad Batch attempt to escape from the Empire on Pabu in the two most recent episodes of The Bad Batch. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Whether Dr. Hemlock has another project going on at Mount Tantiss, Dr. Emerie Karr getting promoted to chief scientist, What is going on in the vault at Mount Tantiss with Project Necromancer and whether there is more than what the audience was shown, Whether Omega is F...2024-04-0546 min
Podcast StardustThe High Republic: Defy the Storm Jedi Knight Vernetra Rwoh, Avon Starros, and Jordanna Sparkburn feature in an adventure behind the Stormwall in the first young adult novel of phase three of The High Republic. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on the story and structure of the novel, Jedi Knight Vernestra Rwoh and her story arc through the novel, The character of Avon Starros and what growth she experiences, Jordanna Sparkburn, a San Tekka cousin, and her mission behind the Stormwall, Deva Lompop, the breakout character of the book, Xylan G...2024-04-0354 min
Podcast StardustMarvel’s The High Republic, Phase 3, #1-4 Jedi Master Keeve Trennis makes her return in Cavan Scott’s The High Republic from Marvel. We’re breaking down issues 1-4 of Phase 3 as Keeve captures an old enemy and looks for an old friend. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Where we find Keeve Trennis at the start of the series, Keeve’s flashbacks to her training with Master Sskeer, Hutt control over some parts of Republic space after the Stormwall went up, An impending alliance between the Hutts and the Nihil, The reveal of the Hutt en...2024-03-2730 min
Podcast StardustThe Acolyte Trailer - Star Wars News The Acolyte gets a trailer, a release date, and show art, the Star Wars saga returns to theaters, and Star Wars Celebration Tickets are about to go on sale in this week’s Star Wars news. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The trailer for The Acolyte, The release date and poster for The Acolyte, Interviews with Lesley Headland on The Acolyte, The characters of The Acolyte and hints of the story, Star Wars veterans becoming Disney Legends at this year’s D23 Expo, The return of the Star...2024-03-2539 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch: Bad Territory - 0308 Hunter and Wrecker seek out Fennec Shand in an attempt to learn what the Empire is up to while Omega works with Crosshair on healing his hand. Colby Meade from The ColbyCast joins us for the discussion of this episode. In this fully armed and operational episode, we discuss: Colby’s thoughts on season three of The Bad Batch, The lighting of The Bad Batch, The relationship between Crosshair and Omega and how Crosshair has evolved, The evolution of Wrecker’s character since season one, Hunter and Wrecker’s mission to find...2024-03-2253 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch: “Infiltration” & “Extraction” - 0306 & 0307 An Imperial Operative tracks down Omega and Clone Force 99 to Rex’s base on Teth, and some of the Clones question whose side Crosshair is really on in this double feature of The Bad Batch. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Senator Singh’s meeting with Senator Chuchi and the assassin ambush, Rex’s base on Teth, Returning clones (such as Howser, Nemec, Fireball, and others) and their reaction to Crosshair, The new operative that is sent to find out what happened to the assassin, Crosshair’s relationship with Omeg...2024-03-1538 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch - The Return - 0305 We celebrate 700 episodes of Podcast Stardust with a discussion of “The Return” from season three of The Bad Batch. Can Hunter and Crosshair reconcile for the better of the team? In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: 700 episodes of Podcast Stardust and what it means to us, Our initial thoughts on “The Return,” which is episode five of season three of The Bad Batch, The conflict between Hunter and Crosshair and how they manage to put their differences aside, The meaning of the ice vulture and the symbolism it has with...2024-03-0842 min
Podcast StardustStar War Infinities: Return of the Jedi In this alternative Star Wars story, Return of the Jedi unfolds differently when Leia’s meeting with Jabba the Hutt comes to an explosive conclusion. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: The twist to the story that alters events from Return of the Jedi, How this “What if…?” story compares to Star Wars Infinities: A New Hope and Star Wars Infinities: The Empire Strikes Back, How Leia’s actions impact Han Solo while he is frozen in carbonite, Yoda and Obi-Wan Kenobi’s discussion with Luke Skywalker on Dagobah, So...2024-03-0640 min
Podcast StardustStar Wars Infinities: The Empire Strikes Back In this Star Wars “what if” style story, Luke Skywalker doesn’t survive his injuries on Hoth, and it is up to Han Solo to find Dagobah and Master Yoda to save the galaxy from the Empire. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this story and how it compares to Star Wars Infinities: A New Hope, The timing of this story in relation to the prequel movies and how Attack of the Clones impacted this story, or should have impacted this story, Whether it is beli...2024-02-2839 min
Podcast StardustThe Bad Batch Season 3, Episodes 1-3 As Omega plots her escape from Tantiss, Hunter and Wrecker search the galaxy for her while the Emperor’s grand design begins to focus in the first three episodes of season three of The Bad Batch. In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Omega’s life on Tantiss, What is it about Omega’s blood that puts her in danger, Omega’s domestication of a lurca hound and possibly Crosshair, Dr. Hemlock and Emperor Palpatine’s plans that are described as an “abomination,” The condition of Crosshair and whether he is carrying...2024-02-231h 07
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsThat's SO Wizard! June 2019Welcome to episode 81.1 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: That's SO Wizard! June 2019. On the latest episode featuring fashion and lifestyle products, Jay is sharing news of sales on Star Wars products, making an announcement of a new product, and then highlighting a few products ideal for summer. Dennis is along for the conversation. That's SO Wizard! June 2019 In this edition of That's SO Wizard!, Jay and Dennis discuss: Prophecy Girl's going out of business sale, New Star Wars Room Sprays from Big Whiff Candles, A Sale on Star Wars products from Musterbrand, Star Wars shakers from...2019-06-2845 min
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsThe Droids You're Looking ForWelcome to episode 80.2 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: The Droids You're Looking For. Darth Taxus can't make it to the show, so Dennis and Jay take advantage of a slow Star Wars news week to discuss their favorite droid moments and pick an overall best droid moment. From Artoo and Threepio to BB-8, K-2SO, and L3-37 In this Scoundrels Special Edition, Dennis and Jay discuss: The best Star Wars moments from A New Hope and the rest of the original trilogy, The greatest moments (mostly featuring Artoo), from the prequels, The best droid scenes (us...2019-06-1841 min
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsThe Mandalorian RecapWelcome to episode 79 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: The Mandalorian Recap. On this episode, Jay and Dennis make up for the absence of Darth Taxus with their tribute to Peter Mayhew, a discussion of recent Star Wars news, and the conclusion of their Star Wars Celebration Recap. This is a big episode with a lot to discuss! Remembering Peter Mayhew The Star Wars community received the unfortunate news that Peter Mayhew, the man behind Chewbacca, passed away on April 30. Dennis and Jay take a moment to share their own memories of Mr. Mayhew. They also share tributes from other...2019-05-141h 54
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsMay the Fourth Be With You!Welcome to episode 78.1 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: May the Fourth be with You! On this episode, the Scoundrels are celebrating Star Wars Day with some Star Wars Trivial Pursuit. *NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the news about Peter Mayhew's passing. We'll be discussing Mr. Mayhew in more detail on an upcoming episode. Star Wars Trivial Pursuit May 4th, Star Wars Days as it is known, is a day for the fans to celebrate the greatest franchise in cinema history. Therefore, Dennis, Jay, and Darth Taxus couldn't pass the day up without some sort of...2019-05-0442 min
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsRival Run RecapWelcome to episode 77.4 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Rival Run Recap. On this episode, Dennis is back from the runDisney Star Wars Rival Run Weekend, and he has stories to tell. He and Jay cover all the details from the big weekend in Orlando Rival Run Recap On this Scoundrels Special Edition, Dennis and Jay discuss: The delay to the 5k, Meeting Star Wars characters before and after the races, The Star Wars Launch Bay and meeting Chewbacca in Disney Hollywood Studios, On course entertainment, including characters, the Emperor's throne, the Wampa's lair, and more, The...2019-04-2638 min
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsThat's SO Wizard! Star Wars Celebration ChicagoWelcome to episode 77.3 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: That's SO Wizard! Star Wars Celebration Chicago. On this episode, Jay and Dennis are discussing the various fashion related products they discovered during Star Wars Celebration Chicago. In addition, they share some of their favorite cosplay. That's SO Wizard! Star Wars Celebration Chicago In this edition of That's SO Wizard!, Jay and Dennis discuss: Her Universe products and the Her Universe fashion show, Po-zu products, Star Wars Celebration store finds, The Heroes and Villains collection, Flex Watches, Inkkas, Stance socks, and Various cosplay they saw during Star Wars Cel...2019-04-2350 min
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsBecoming Senator AmidalaWelcome to episode 77.1 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Becoming Senator Amidala. On this episode, Dennis and Jay examine the transition of Queen Amidala to Senator Amidala as Padme's term as Queen of Naboo ends and her service in the Galactic Senate begins as outlined in E.K. Johnston's Queen's Shadow. Jay and Dennis have differing opinions on this novel, but they find common ground to discuss the evolution of one of the most important people in Star Wars. Becoming Senator Amidala During their review of Queen's Shadow, Jay and Dennis discuss: Padme's last days as the Qu...2019-04-091h 00
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsPeacekeepers and PacifistsWelcome to episode 72 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Peacekeepers and Pacifists. On this episode, Dennis and Jay are continuing to celebrate ten years of The Clone Wars with more episode reviews. Before they get to their discussion of "Jedi Crash" and "Defenders of Peace," they take a look at recent Star Wars news. Star Wars News The Scoundrels have a wide variety of Star Wars news to cover on this episode. This week's news includes a discussion of: The announcement of a second season of Resistance and the mid-season trailer, An announcement that the writer of the Star Wars comic i...2019-01-221h 26
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsFuel for the FireWelcome to episode 65.5 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Fuel for the Fire. On this Scoundrels Special Edition, Taxus and Jay are away, so Dennis invites Joe Tavano from Brews and Blasters on for a discussion of "Fuel for the Fire" and several other Star Wars topics. Resistance Episode 3: "Fuel for the Fire" Dennis and Joe begin their discussion of "Fuel for the Fire" with Joe's opinions on Resistance in general. What is working and what needs tweaking in the latest animated Star Wars series? Then they get into "Fuel for the Fire." Dennis asks whether this e...2018-10-2653 min
Starships, Sabers, & ScoundrelsThe Triple DarkWelcome to episode 65.3 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: The Triple Dark. On this Scoundrels Special Edition, Jay and Dennis continue the discussion of Resistance with a look at the second episode of the series. The Triple Dark "The Triple Dark" begins with Kaz continuing to make his own way on Colossus Station. Kaz is eager to begin his mission for a spy for the Resistance. His initial efforts at spying meet with less than desirable results. However, he overhears a communication about the Triple Dark, and when he learns it is a storm later, he...2018-10-1939 min