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WhoDatJedi PodcastLive movie discussion: ‘Revenge of the Sith’It's the 111th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and Dave Gladow (@davegladow) -- provide a brand new commentary track for "Revenge of the Sith." With the new Obi-Wan Kenobi series right around the corner, it seemed a perfect time to revisit the film that left Old Ben standing on the high ground, underestimating Anakin's power. Are there any new insights to discover in light of the upcoming TV show? The crew discusses the movie's many high and low points in trying to assess how successful George...2022-03-302h 25WhoDatJedi Podcast’Obi-Wan Kenobi’ trailer breakdownHello there! On the 110th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and Dave Gladow (@davegladow) -- talk about some of the latest news in Star Wars fandom and do a full deep dive into the trailer for the new live action Disney+ series, "Obi-Wan Kenobi." The crew looks at the trailer shot by shot to find Easter eggs and hints about the show, and they discuss some of the news/rumors surrounding the show's evolution. Is it a good thing if the antagonist was changed? What about the tone...2022-03-161h 20WhoDatJedi PodcastStar Wars prison (aka Galactic Starcruiser)Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- have had a lot of fun joking about the relative unattractiveness of Disney's newest venture, "Galactic Starcruiser," the immersive hotel experience launching in Orlando. On the 109th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, they take a closer look at "Star Wars prison" to give it a fair assessment. Yes, it's pricey. But what do you get for the money? What should you know going in? How does it connect to Galaxy's Edge? And what does the future of this experience look like. The group...2022-03-041h 10WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett is ...?For the 108th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- do a full review of "The Book of Boba Fett," the live action spinoff series to "The Mandalorian" on Disney+. How, ultimately, should we evaluate the show? Do some of the main themes (family, redemption, rebirth) come through as concisely as they could have? And what would we like to see from the next generation of Star Wars television series? The group speaks to all of that and even makes a little time for some...2022-02-241h 13WhoDatJedi PodcastComing at Star Wars fresh: how does that change things? Also, more SW Mardi Gras!On this, the 107th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by Leslie Holder (@JustLeslieCat), who recently binged virtually all of the Star Wars live-action movies and TV shows over the course of a few weeks. Coming at the series with fresh eyes, the crew discussed the improvement of the sequel trilogy from that viewpoint, the appeal of the ground-level Star Wars that isn't Jedi or politics-heavy, and how violent Star Wars secretly is (and how it gets away with it). Also, apparently...2022-02-181h 17WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 7: In the sandboxOn the 106th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- analyze the final (seventh) chapter of "The Book of Boba Fett," the live action spinoff series to "The Mandalorian" on Disney+. Not that there was any doubt about any of this, but this is a full-blown space western now, which basically just serves as an excuse to blow things up in a really cool way. The reason this still works is they get the "blow things up in a really cool way" part right. Everyone...2022-02-111h 12WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 6: We’re off the rails, but who cares?Welcome to the 105th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- provide commentary on the sixth chapter of "The Book of Boba Fett," the live action spinoff series to "The Mandalorian" on Disney+. This episode brought in a ton of heavy hitters and fan favorites and was a total crowd pleaser. It's not even worth talking about how this all fits into Boba's story anymore. The more pressing questions are: 1. How are they going to end this thing? and 2. How much previous material...2022-02-041h 16WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 5: The MandaFettianIt's the 104th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and Dave Gladow (@davegladow) -- jump into the fifth chapter of "The Book of Boba Fett," the live action spinoff series to "The Mandalorian" on Disney+. The big topic, naturally, is how big of a departure this episode ended up being. As a part of telling a story about this particular character, it's really tough to evaluate, because it doesn't do that at all. Taken simply as a piece of Star Wars media, though? It's brilliant. The guys...2022-01-281h 15WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 4: Kill BillOn this, the 103rd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- offer their impressions on the fourth chapter of "The Book of Boba Fett," the live action spinoff series to "The Mandalorian" on Disney+. The newest offering provides better insight on the relationship between Boba and his companion Fennec Shand, but beyond that it's mostly a (well executed) thrill ride. Is that enough? Your hosts debate when or if the show might try to take on more, or even if it has to.
...2022-01-211h 10WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 3: Looks matterFor the 102nd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- do a watch and react to the third chapter of "The Book of Boba Fett," the live action spinoff series to "The Mandalorian" on Disney+. This episode of the series has drawn some criticism from fans for some of its real-life inspiration, but the WhoDatJedi crew has more concern over the quality of the visuals and effects, which just aren't as consistently good as Star Wars generally produces. Still, there's plenty to like here. The...2022-01-141h 24WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 2: Finding a new outlookOn the 101st episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- take a deeper dive into the second chapter of "The Book of Boba Fett," the live action spinoff series to "The Mandalorian" on Disney+. Beyond addressing some of the deeper cuts on display, the crew spends a lot of time looking at the different perspectives fans have been getting in this series, specifically as it relates to the Tusken Raiders. If those characters are a proxy or extension of Indigenous peoples, it's a fairly important...2022-01-071h 14WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 1: How to be a leaderWelcome to the 100th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- react to the first chapter of "The Book of Boba Fett," the live action spinoff series to "The Mandalorian" on Disney+. The crew sits down and offers a commentary track (for those so inclined) but mostly just talks about what the episode does well (and what it doesn't). How has the title character changed? What lessons on leadership have we and the main character learned? And what are initial impressions of the...2021-12-311h 04WhoDatJedi PodcastBest of 2021: Our Favorite ThingsHappy holidays! With Christmas basically here, and with it more replayings of "The Sound of Music," your WhoDatJedi podcast hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- take the opportunity to do a year in review with some of their "Favorite Things." Brown paper packages tied up with string don't make anyone's list, but a bunch of nerd culture stuff does. Listen to the guys offer up their favorite TV shows, movies, games, music and more from 2021 as we prepare to head into 2022. And feel free to share yours with us on...2021-12-141h 12WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat can fans expect from ‘The Book of Boba Fett‘?It's the 98th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and Dave Gladow (@davegladow) -- jump into some "Book of Boba Fett" discussion. The group shares some hopes and fears relating to the new series as the debut creeps ever closer. Will it disappoint? Will it surprise? Do we have any clues? They break it down, and then they offer up some holiday gift buying ideas for the Star Wars fans in your life.
Listen on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Tune In + Alexa, Amazon...2021-12-091h 15WhoDatJedi PodcastRey, Finn and Poe: Can we (really) expect them to make a return?On this, the 97th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- take a closer look at all the latest in Star Wars news, including some juicy nuggets dropped by Kathleen Kennedy. The biggest one of all might have been her suggestion that Lucasfilm is thinking about the return of sequel trilogy characters Rey, Finn and Poe. Can fans expect that to actually happen? Is Kennedy just being savvy? Is it both? Beyond those questions, the crew addresses the latest casting news for "Ahsoka," talks a...2021-12-011h 07WhoDatJedi PodcastAlex Rawls: What do Christmas songs have in common with Star Wars?Welcome to the 96th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by New Orleans music writer Alex Rawls (@Alex_Rawls), who produces his own podcast, the "Twelve Songs of Christmas," which takes a closer look at unique or interesting takes on traditional Christmas music. This concept of telling the same story over and over again might be familiar to Star Wars fans. So, we talked about some of the complexities of that. What makes a piece of media special? What makes...2021-11-181h 54WhoDatJedi Podcast‘Book of Boba Fett‘ trailer and politics in Star WarsFor the 95th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- talk a little Saints and Halloween before diving into the "Book of Boba Fett" trailer. What did the trailer show us, what did it merely hint at, and what more do we want to see? Your hosts offer some clues as to what we can expect to see from this new show before transitioning to a different topic perfect for voting season: politics in Star Wars. They outline how the politics have always been there...2021-11-031h 22WhoDatJedi PodcastAnakin is back ... How is this a good thing?With news breaking that Hayden Christensen has been cast in the new "Ahsoka" show, your WhoDatJedi podcast hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- do their best to unpack that and dovetail into a larger discussion on the character of Anakin Skywalker. Regardless of one's opinion on the character from the prequels, we've also seen him in "The Clone Wars," and partially on the strength of that character's on-screen story, the group's consensus is: "Give us more." So what can we learn about Anakin going forward? And how does he tend...2021-10-271h 20WhoDatJedi PodcastHow do the sequels enhance the original Star Wars trilogy?On the 93rd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- revisit their topic from a couple of weeks ago ... how the other movies in the saga actually enhance the original Star Wars trilogy, this time looking at the sequels (Episodes VII-IX). There's a certain reverence the filmmakers paid the OT during the sequels, and that permeates those movies ... and in certain cases it elevates some of the original material. Beyond that, the character of Palpatine is now even bigger (and badder) a figure than he...2021-10-201h 10WhoDatJedi PodcastWhy do we collect stuff?It's the 92nd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and Dave Gladow (@davegladow) -- talk about collecting ... within the Star Wars universe and without. They share their stories of collecting misadventures from their youth, why they still collect as adults (or why they stopped), what the benefits (and dangers) are, what the psychology of what motivates it might be, and how emotional an experience it can be in general. Let's talk collecting!
Listen on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Tune In + Alexa, Amazon Music/A...2021-10-151h 23WhoDatJedi PodcastHow do the prequels enhance the original Star Wars trilogy?On this, the 91st episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- address the Star Wars prequels (Episodes I-III) and how they enhance, rather than detract from the original trilogy of films. Slagging on those movies as "ruining one's childhood" has been an easy and popular thing for fans to do for a long time, but why can folks ultimately be glad that they exist? What do they do well? And what things in particular do they do that make our enjoyment of Episodes IV-VI even...2021-10-061h 14WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat makes Saw Gerrera a special character in Star Wars?Welcome to the 90th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- first debate the new Obi-Wan show and what we should and shouldn't expect there, before turning their attention to a slightly lesser known character in the Star Wars universe, Saw Gerrera. You might remember him as the crazy guy in "Rogue One," but how did he get to that point? How is his character important in a larger sense, especially as it relates to war? And do we even know who he...2021-09-281h 12WhoDatJedi Podcast‘Star Wars: Visions‘ is good and you should watch itFor the 89th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- offer their thoughts on the new Star Wars animated series that debuted on Disney+ this week, "Star Wars: Visions." An anime-style series of short stories, Visions takes Star Wars back to its roots while simultaneously offering fans something new. It's not perfect, and this episode gets into why, but ultimately, there's a lot of gushing to be had here.
Listen on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Tune In + Alexa, Amazon Music/Audible...2021-09-241h 11WhoDatJedi PodcastStar Wars and evacuationsOn the 88th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- talk about their recent experiences in evacuating from Hurricane Ida, and relate those stories back to Star Wars. What was it like to have to abandon home and friends and an entire life in the interest of safety? Do the lessons taken from those experiences apply to our enjoyment of fiction like Star Wars (or vice versa)? And how can empathy help us all?
Listen on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Pandora, Tune In...2021-09-161h 20WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat 'The Bad Batch' has done right and why it remains long on potentialWith Season 1 of "The Bad Batch" now in the books, your WhoDatJedi podcast hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- took a look back at the Disney+ animated series on this, their 87th episode. What new ground did "Bad Batch" cover? How has the Star Wars story been expanded? Was the show effective at what it set out to do? And where can we go from here? If you're lukewarm or negative on the show, perhaps this discussion will shed some new light on it for you.
Listen on P...2021-08-251h 10WhoDatJedi Podcast'Jedi Rocks' does not, in fact, rockIt's the 86th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and Dave Gladow (@davegladow) -- take a closer look at the changes present in the 1997 "special edition" release of "Return of the Jedi." As was the case with the first two films, some of the changes are pretty innocuous or even welcome. But with some of the others ... well, we won't spoil it to much, but let's just say the guys are not fans of some of it (*cough* Jedi Rocks *cough*). They also tease some thoughts on "...2021-08-181h 13WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat 'special edition' changes in 'Empire' drive us most nuts?On this, the 85th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- continue their deeper dive into the Star Wars special editions by talking about the 1997 re-release of "The Empire Strikes Back." They provide their thoughts on all of the specific changes in the movie, but they also talk a little about gatekeeping and how fans' attachment to their own experiences can be limiting to others. The other big topic of the week is the Galactic Starcruiser hotel at Disney, its absurd pricing, and whether the...2021-08-111h 19WhoDatJedi PodcastHan shot first! Until he didn't!Welcome to the 84th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- start a deeper dive on the Star Wars special editions by talking about the 1997 re-release of "A New Hope." The changes present in that film have resonated throughout the fandom for a long time (Han shot first?), but even beyond the more controversial choices, were ANY of the changes good? The group goes through each change and talks a bit about the bigger issues. Does a filmmaker reserve the right to change...2021-08-041h 23WhoDatJedi PodcastLive movie discussion: 'The Force Awakens'For the 83rd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- provide a brand new commentary track for "The Force Awakens." With a lot of negativity surrounding the sequel trilogy, the crew circles back to the first film to kick off the massive Disney-Star Wars era and try to evaluate it on its own merits ... which are significant. This movie just does a lot of things right. If you need a little positivity in your life right now, this might be a good place to go...2021-07-282h 14WhoDatJedi PodcastState of the MCU: Where are we going with all of this?With Season 1 of "Loki" having just concluded and "Black Widow" in theaters, your WhoDatJedi podcast hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- do a deep dive on the Marvel Cinematic Universe in their 82nd episode. What's the current quality level of the stories? Is this transition to a new phase going smoothly, or are there bumps in the road? And perhaps most fun of all, where does the group think this story is headed (and what would they like to see happen)? Avengers ... assemble.
Listen on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Pod...2021-07-231h 14WhoDatJedi PodcastIs 'The Mandalorian' getting TOO much appreciation now? Also, let's catch up!We're back! On the 81st episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- explain why we didn't have new episodes for a little while there (it's important!), debate whether "The Mandalorian" is getting more credit now than it deserves, weigh in on the newest Star Wars projects in development, talk about the newest exhibit at The Smithsonian (Aaron gets agitated about this), discuss the latest Marvel offerings (not quite RAVE reviews for "Loki" and "Black Widow"), and give their predictions for where "The Bad Batch" might...2021-07-141h 28WhoDatJedi PodcastPreaching patience to Pelicans fans, 'Bad Batch' fans, and 'Loki' fans tooOn this, the 80th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- dive into the topic of patience in fandom. It's first and foremost on everyone's mind following the news of the week surrounding the New Orleans Pelicans, but it also ends up being a point of discussion as they look at the slow pace buildup of "The Bad Batch" and even the "talk-y" nature of "Loki." The MCU has traditionally done a good job of rewarding longtime fans, and they seem to be doing the...2021-06-181h 06WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat are the best space battles in Star Wars?It's the 79th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- debate the best space battles in the history of Star Wars. Each host names his top three, and while there's some agreement on a couple of battles in particular, a few more debatable choices make their lists. Does any space battle outside of the Skywalker saga make the cumulative list? Is it problematic that most of the best space battles seem to occur in the original trilogy? And what even constitutes a "space"...2021-06-091h 14WhoDatJedi Podcast'The Bad Batch,' the military, and what we can learn from bothWelcome to the 78th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- welcome back special guest Ryan Clark of the 501st to talk about "The Bad Batch" and its relationship to the military. As a veteran of the Navy and Marines, Ryan helps the group dive into some of the nuance of military life and how on-target (or off-target) some of the depictions here are. What kind of implications does the phrase "Good soldiers follow orders" entail? How could a relationship between Jedi and...2021-05-261h 04WhoDatJedi PodcastLive movie discussion: 'Attack of the Clones'On the 77th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- provide a brand new commentary track for "Attack of the Clones." After nearly 20 years of negative attention, it's hard not to fall into constant negativity with the film (and your hosts DEFINITELY point out some of the problem areas), but there's a ton of good stuff here too. Which scenes work the best? How did the other prequels affect this movie? What were some of the clear influences from other films? What kind of impact...2021-05-182h 16WhoDatJedi PodcastA review of 'The Battle for Endor' (yes, we did that), critique for a lack of Star Wars marketing, and some 'Bad Batch' impressionsFor the 76th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- jump around a bit, first reviewing their recent rewatch of "The Battle for Endor," the 1985 TV movie centered around the Ewoks (and full of cheese and Wilford Brimley). PSA: It's on Disney+ if you want to experience it yourself. The group then bounces back into the present day with a critical eye turned toward the current state of Star Wars marketing. It's essentially been five months without a trailer. Can more be done? Finally, your...2021-05-1253 minWhoDatJedi PodcastStar Wars trivia extravaganza (and some thoughts on Disney theme parks)The WhoDatJedi podcast celebrates its 75th episode with a Star Wars trivia extravaganza! Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- connect with fans at a special live event and test everyone's trivia knowledge. General silliness abounds. Also, the guys talk a smidge about the scant May the Fourth news of the day, mostly diving into the various pieces of Disney theme park news. Here's to another 75!
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If you...2021-05-0659 minWhoDatJedi PodcastJust can't get New Orleans (or Falcon and Winter Soldier) off our mindsOn this, the 74th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- catch up on some Star Wars news ... and find it all oddly New Orleans-centered this week. Then they review "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier," the just completed Marvel series on Disney+. Spoiler alert: impressions were good. Also of special note: an in-person trivia event at Zony Mash for May the Fourth and Give Nola Day. Free trivia, free beer, free swag, free live music ... did anyone say free? Folks interested in coming out...2021-04-281h 09WhoDatJedi PodcastEverything you ever (and never) wanted to learn about Boba FettOn the 73rd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- go deep into the lore of Boba Fett to attempt to get a better understanding of the character. Do you know the roots of the character? (Pro tip: you can now watch his original debut on Disney+.) The group goes through his back story, covers his Legends stuff, and then talks about his future in the upcoming series "The Book of Boba Fett." There's also discussion of the "Shang Chi" trailer and a tease of...2021-04-211h 07WhoDatJedi PodcastWhy is the 'Clone Wars' micro-series worth watching?Welcome to the 72nd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- embrace the newest (oldest?) additions to the Disney+ library in the form of its "Vintage Collection," specifically, the group reviews the Genndy Tartakovsky "Clone Wars" micro-series. For the uninitiated, this series is different than the Dave Filoni-helmed "Clone Wars" cartoon that recently concluded in 2020. Taking a cue from last week's "Justice League" discussion, they talk about the value in getting two different versions of the same story, but more importantly, why every...2021-04-141h 07WhoDatJedi PodcastWas the 'Justice League' 4-hour Snyder cut worth all the trouble?For the 71st episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- talk all things "Justice League" to celebrate the release of the "Snyder Cut." After a bit of MCU talk and some hilariously inept trivia to get things started, the guys really dive into how this experiment came into being, whether it ultimately succeeds as a movie, and whether some of that may not even matter. Does a movie have to be "good" to have value? Who REALLY owns art after it's been released? And what...2021-04-071h 45WhoDatJedi PodcastObi-Wan, Bad Batch, casting rumors ... and talking about the Ewok moviesOn this, the 70th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- take stock of the current Star Wars creative universe and catch you up on all of the latest headlines. Their discussion takes some pretty fun turns, from what it's like to venture into a comic book shop these days, to what we should do with all of these casting rumors, to some unique recollections of the older Star Wars material set to make its Disney+ debut, all the way to the future of Kathleen...2021-03-311h 43WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat's so great about WandaVision, and what went wrong with the sequel trilogy?69 ... Nice! Welcome to the 69th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- go down the rabbit hole of the Star Wars sequel trilogy (Episodes 7-9) thanks to recent interviews with Rian Johnson, Kelly Marie Tran and Joonas Suotamo about the films (and in Kelly's case, the fans' reactions to those films). What went wrong? Well, on a happier note, a lot went right with the recent Marvel Disney+ series, WandaVision. The group evaluates the final episodes, the series as a whole, and where...2021-03-101h 42WhoDatJedi PodcastAn interview with Ben Hart of The Star Wars Underworld podcastOn the 68th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by a special guest, Ben Hart (@BenHartWithNoE), the creator and co-host of The Star Wars Underworld (@TheSWU). SWU has a huge following in the Star Wars community ... and with good reason, as the podcast has been running for over a decade now. Ben talks to the group about what went into the development of the website/podcast, how they handle their editorial choices, and how gratifying the experience has been. He also offers...2021-03-031h 30WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat are the "Greatest Moments" in Star Wars?Welcome to the 67th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! This week, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- have a little fun with a feature that ran in a special Star Wars edition of Time Magazine (reissue, but on news stands now!) and name their "Greatest Star Wars Moments." Where did the Time feature come up short? Did Aaron begrudgingly give the prequels their due? Was Dave able to narrow his list down to a manageable level? And how far off script did Fredo venture? Also, what giant, glaring omission...2021-02-241h 34WhoDatJedi PodcastGina Carano's firing: Ignorance is bliss, but we ain’t ignorantBuckle up! For the 66th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- tackle the controversy surrounding Gina Carano's firing from "The Mandalorian." For longtime listeners of the show, there should be little surprise that the group condemns hate speech and therefore falls into a stance of supporting Disney's decision to part ways with the actress. But the situation does spark a ton of discussion. When considering tolerance, where does one draw the line, both as a company trying to make money, but also as a...2021-02-181h 47WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat is going on in WandaVision? Let's discuss!On this, the 65th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- briefly talk a little Star Wars news before switching gears entirely and dive into the Disney+ series "WandaVision," the MCU's first big attempt at pulling its movie characters over to the small screen. They look at the big picture, trying to decipher what kind of far-reaching effects the show might have on the MCU (as well as how well it leans into what's previously been established). They also look at the current lay of...2021-02-101h 40WhoDatJedi PodcastHere's your ultimate Star Wars reading listWelcome to the 64th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by returning guest (and Legends super fan) Michelle Hunter of the Times-Picayune (@MichelleHunter) to talk about Star Wars books! The group lists their favorite books set in the universe Far, Far Away, and each person gives their reasoning behind each recommendation. Whether you've been a long-time voracious reader looking to reminisce, a complete newbie looking for a place to start, or somewhere in between, this should be a fun conversation about all...2021-02-031h 26WhoDatJedi PodcastEvaluating the best and worst lightsaber battles in Star WarsOn the 63rd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- debate the best lightsaber fights in the entirety of the Star Wars universe put to film. The saga movies obviously figure heavily, but the duels and conflicts from the animated universe also make an appearance. The flip side of that coin is the lightsaber action that just didn't quite hit par. What is the greatest duel in Star Wars history? What battles might have escaped your notice as being amazing? And which fights did we...2021-01-271h 37WhoDatJedi PodcastIntergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus changing things up for 2021Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus overlord Aryanna Gamble returns to the show to join your regular hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- on this 62nd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast. Topics covered include why the krewe seems to fit the spirit of both Mardi Gras and nerd fandom so well, how it's grown so large, and of course, the story of Peter Mayhew's sock. Perhaps most importantly, the group discusses how Chewbacchus is dealing with the pandemic and how interested fans can celebrate Mardi Gras with the krewe in 2021 via a c...2021-01-2249 minWhoDatJedi PodcastLive movie discussion: 'The Phantom Menace'For the 61st episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- provide a brand new commentary track, this time for "The Phantom Menace." It's a fun conversation, covering the problems with the movie and the mixed reaction it has experienced, but also leaning into the positive traits the movie has ... and some of the how of why the movie is the way it is. What's the real meaning of the title "The Phantom Menace?" Is the unorthodox structure a weakness or a strength? Is the pod...2021-01-202h 19WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2 Review: It's got the goodsThe WhoDatJedi podcast celebrates its 60th episode by reviewing the entirety of Season 2 of "The Mandalorian," the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- reveal their favorite episodes, the episodes that really stood out as being special, and the ones that ... just didn't work quite as well. They also get into the questions of how well the season worked as one cohesive story, and moreover how well it connected to Season 1. Finally, where is this story taking us? And is it a good place...2021-01-131h 41WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat was your best Star Wars Christmas ever? (and a Mandalorian Season 3 wishlist)On this, the 59th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- take a spin on Charles Dickens' classic "A Christmas Carol" by visiting their past, present and future Star Wars Christmases. Firstly, the group shares their favorite Star Wars Christmas memories. They then talk about what happened THIS year. And finally, they discuss what their perfect Star Wars gift for a future Christmas might be. They conclude the episode by revisiting all of the loose threads from "The Mandalorian" they'd like to see addressed in...2021-01-061h 42WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2, Chapter 16: What is even happening?Welcome to the 58th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by returning guest Ryan Clark of the 501st to talk about Chapter 16 ("The Rescue") of "The Mandalorian," the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. Reactions were mostly positive to an eventful season conclusion, though opinions were split on the effectiveness of some of the execution. Is this a good ending to Season 2? What about that crazy cameo? Where do we go from here? Is the Boba Fett news welcome? And when are...2020-12-222h 01WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2, Chapter 15: No more black and whiteOn the 57th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- dive into Chapter 15 ("The Believer") of "The Mandalorian," the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. The major topic of discussion on this week's show centers around Din's journey away from binary thinking, and how the motley crew around him is helping him through that -- particularly in the form of the character of Mayfield. Star Wars itself has often been very black and white, and this episode represents a shift in that thinking ... to mirror...2020-12-151h 14WhoDatJedi PodcastGeeking out over the new Star Wars & Marvel content just announcedWelcome to the 56th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, where your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by returning guest Scott Colesby (@ScottColesby) and Aaron's niece Alex Streeks to have a roundtable geek-out session about the recent Disney announcements. Everything from the Fantastic Four to Spider-Man to Obi-Wan to the Bad Batch is covered. Each member of the panel names what announcements filled them with the most glee, what things fell flat, what the sleeper hits of the bunch might be, and which movies and shows were noticeably...2020-12-141h 14WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2, Chapter 14: Boba Fett gets rescuedOn this, the 55th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- review Chapter 14 ("The Tragedy") of "The Mandalorian," the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. It's a Mandalorian-heavy discussion, as one might expect with the return of Boba Fett taking center stage. The group also talks about Din's continued journey toward fatherhood (or a rejection of that), who Grogu might have been talking with, if Star Wars is better off in Disney's hands, and why for Dave this is the best episode of the series...2020-12-091h 40WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2, Chapter 13: AhsokaWelcome to the 54th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- break down Chapter 13, "The Jedi" of "The Mandalorian," the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. One of the bigger talking points is of course the live-action debut of beloved character Ahsoka. They dive into the casting, the look, the portrayal, and the overall effectiveness of the performance. They also get into the meaning of the title of this chapter, and how it relates to Ahsoka herself. Beyond that, they speak to the massive reveals...2020-12-021h 37WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2, Chapter 12: Deep CutsThis is the 53rd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast. Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- review and dissect Chapter 12, "The Siege" of "The Mandalorian," the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. This episode marks a welcome return of recurring characters Cara Dune and Greef Karga on the planet Nevarro (though if you look closer, each character seems to be on slightly different trajectories at the moment). What the chapter was also big on was some deeper cuts for longtime fans (which the group broke down for you) and some...2020-11-251h 48WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2, Chapter 11: Short and Sweet ... PLUS a special interview with 'From a Certain Point of View' author Brittany N. WilliamsOn the 52nd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- welcome back Brittany N. Williams (@BrittanyActs) to the show to discuss “From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back,” which she contributed to with a brand-new L3 adventure, and the whole group reviews Chapter 11 ("The Heiress") of "The Mandalorian," the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. Brittany talks about the process of creating her story, from her pitch, to the writing/creation (including how she named her new characters), to the editing ... it's a fu...2020-11-182h 03WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2, Chapter 10: The Parent TrapOn this, the 51st episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- review Chapter 10 ("The Passenger") of "The Mandalorian," the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. This chapter has been much maligned by segments of the online population since its release, but your hosts break down why this episode is (or should be) important within the overall story in regards to parenting, paradoxically why it alters the family-friendly nature of the show, and what some of its other positives are. They also address the latest "Han...2020-11-111h 50WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2, Chapter 9: Cowboys and IndiansThe WhoDatJedi podcast celebrates its 50th episode with a review of the Season 2 premiere of "The Mandalorian," the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- dive into the ninth chapter, "The Marshal," doing a quick summation and review of where we are. They also talk about all of the callbacks and references in this episode -- including the welcome references to the prequels and books -- examine new character Cobb Vanth, discuss the Mandalorian's growth and evolution as a character, attack the space western...2020-11-041h 37WhoDatJedi Podcast'The Mandalorian' Season 2 previewOn this, the 49th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- preview season 2 of "The Mandalorian," the Star Wars series on Disney+ set to kick back into gear Oct. 30. They take a look back at season 1, the promotional material for season 2, and some creator interviews to find clues for the direction of the new season. What should everyone reasonably expect to see? What might be more wishful thinking? And how many big surprises are actually in store? Consider this your one-stop primer for the new...2020-10-231h 37WhoDatJedi PodcastLive movie discussion: 'Solo'It's another commentary track! On the 48th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- dive into "Solo" with a live, running commentary track of the movie (because everyone loves the people who talk through the whole movie). The guys take a closer look at why it was unfair for the movie to be critiqued as being "unnecessary" upon release, speak to the themes of liberty, subjugation and rebellion -- and what those themes mean for the character of Han Solo in particular -- and address...2020-10-162h 15WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat are the best Halloween-themed video games?The 47th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast gets into an October mood with a discussion of the best spooky video games. Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by Derek Diamond (@Derek_Diamond) and Jason Robbins (@JayFunktastic) of the Nerd Cave Retro podcast (@NerdCaveRetro) to put together a pretty epic list of Halloween games. In the mood to get into the spirit of things in this way? This discussion should give you plenty of ideas. In addition, the group looks at the latest Star Wars news, talks video...2020-10-091h 27WhoDatJedi PodcastRebels Season 4: Unafraid to get wackyOn the 46th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- discuss Season 4 of "Star Wars Rebels," the animated series that takes place between Episodes III & IV. In keeping with the tone of the season, they get a little silly off/topic at times, but ultimately in the pursuit of something special. Season 4 is ALL about that, as the creators take the series in some pretty different directions, from Loth-Wolves and reincarnation (we think?), to the death of a major character (spoiler alert!), to the return...2020-10-021h 59WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Mandalorian Season 2 Trailer BreakdownOn this, the 45th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- get into some serious "The Mandalorian" talk, thanks to the release of the trailer for Season 2. They try to put the new imagery and sound into context within the first season's story and vibe -- how good of a continuation does it seem to be? They then break the trailer down scene by scene to look for clues as to the direction of Season 2. Will the Mandalorian find a home for Baby Yoda? Will...2020-09-181h 52WhoDatJedi PodcastNostalgia for video games in 'High Score' and PLANNING in Star WarsAs the NFL season fast approaches, these three Who Dats -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- address a topic on the 44th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast that's non-Star Wars related ... and end up talking about Star Wars for an hour anyway. That's because the news of the week once again illustrates a lack of planning in the sequel trilogy, a hot topic for your hosts. They also talk about "The Mandalorian" news, review the cool new Netflix documentary series, "High Score" (a major win for video game fans), and even...2020-09-111h 46WhoDatJedi PodcastWhich Star Wars deleted scenes belong back in the movies?On the 43rd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- address all the latest news, including some (strong) opinions on the recent John Boyega interview, before turning their attention to the topic of the week: Star Wars deleted scenes. You've probably seen or heard of most of these, and they're often entertaining on their own merits, but the group asks the question of "What if?" about which of the scenes might have served the movies well and benefited the overall story. Furthermore, which of these...2020-09-041h 47WhoDatJedi PodcastLive movie discussion: ‘Rogue One’It's another commentary track! On the 42nd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- dig into "Rogue One" with a live, running commentary track of the movie (because everyone loves the people who talk through the whole movie). They look at why the movie is so beloved by longtime fans, quibble over some of the details (it's not quite perfect), and speak to the larger themes at play. In what is truly the first Star WAR movie, the symbolism is rich throughout, as are the...2020-08-282h 19WhoDatJedi PodcastRebels Season 3: Very much a (great) middle chapterOn this, the 41st episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- talk Dolly Parton, Oktoberfest and "The Mandalorian" before doing a retrospective on Season 3 of "Star Wars Rebels," the animated series that takes place between Episodes III & IV. The discussion centers on several key episodes that provide a satisfying arc for the season, a path through the Dark Side for Ezra, and a building upon previous seasons. Maul's interactions with the crew of the Ghost and Obi-Wan(!!!) are of course on center stage, but beyond...2020-08-211h 51WhoDatJedi PodcastNew Orleans film critic Bill Arceneaux on Star Wars, the state of movie going, and more!We've reached 40 episodes of the WhoDatJedi podcast! On this episode, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by special guest Bill Arceneaux (@billreviews), a New Orleans-based film critic. The group inquires about the state of the film industry as well as the film-going experience. Bill speaks to his introduction to the Star Wars films, how he balances his fandom and job when evaluating the movies, why he agrees with Aaron about "The Phantom Menace" being the best prequel, the inherent value in "The Rise of Skywalker" doing something...2020-08-141h 47WhoDatJedi PodcastOur Star Wars movie rankingsOn the 39th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- offer THE definitive rankings of every major-release, live-action Star Wars movie! Okay, so "definitive" might be stretching it some (their rankings might change tomorrow), but regardless, this discussion goes down the rabbit hole of trying to put the movies in context with one another in terms of their quality, people's overall enjoyment of said movies, and which of the films are the hosts' most (and least) "perfect" version of Star Wars. How do our top 11...2020-08-072h 10WhoDatJedi PodcastLive movie discussion: ‘The Last Jedi’We're back with another commentary track! On the 37th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- tackle "The Last Jedi" with a live, running commentary track of the movie (because everyone loves the people who talk through the whole movie). They look at why the movie is so divisive for fans, speaking to such issues as its humor, the visual stylings, the story elements, and the deeper themes. Is this the most challenging Star Wars movie? The most feminist? And does it do Luke Skywalker...2020-07-242h 32WhoDatJedi PodcastRebels Season 2: Is this the best season of Star Wars TV?On this, the 36th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- dive into Season 2 of "Star Wars Rebels," the animated series that takes place between Episodes III & IV. Rather than going episode by episode, the discussion delves into specific topics like the continued inclusion of classic characters, Season 2's overall variance from Season 1, including its devotion to "Clone Wars" legacy storylines (at the exclusion of new characters?), and which episodes work the best -- cough, "Twilight of the Apprentice," cough -- as well as which o...2020-07-171h 46WhoDatJedi PodcastStar Wars author Brittany N. Williams: Representation, the creative process, generational divide, and more!Star Wars author (and New Orleans resident) Brittany N. Williams (@BrittanyActs) joins us for the 35th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! Your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- try very hard to contain themselves and not pepper the contributor to the forthcoming Star Wars short story collection, “From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back” with a ton of spoiler-y questions. Toward that end, the group discusses questions of representation in Star Wars and why it matters, what Williams' creative process looks like, the generational divide among Star Wars f...2020-07-101h 34WhoDatJedi PodcastHow much fan service is too much?On the 34th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by special guest Eric Redding (@NolesAndPhins) to talk fandoms and fan service. Eric contributes to a soccer podcast, "Five at the Back," so the group delved into some sports discussion, specifically how sports fandoms can resemble pop culture fandoms, but the main topic of the show was a simple question with a difficult answer: How much fan service is too much? The group discussed which of the Star Wars films have more fan...2020-07-021h 49WhoDatJedi PodcastWhy is 'Rogue One' just the absolute best?Inspired by some fun online "Rogue One" discussion, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- dedicate the 33rd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast to "Rogue One." The guys touch a little on the fan service present in the movie and relate that back to the most recent episode of "Disney Gallery." But they also tackle several bigger questions about 'Rogue One" as well. Is it an essential piece of Star Wars? How does the relationship between Cassian and Jyn work? Is the Force a welcome presence here? What character would yo...2020-06-261h 51WhoDatJedi PodcastCelebration is canceled, Jedi Temple Challenge is launched, and Gallery continuesOn this, the 32nd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- talk about the cancellation of Star Wars Celebration. Aaron calls upon his experience as an attendee to offer perspective on the decision ... and whether it was ultimately the right call. They also review the newest addition to the Star Wars universe -- "Jedi Temple Challenge" -- which is very much a kids show, but still has some appeal for adults. Finally, they look at the latest episode of "Disney Gallery." This episode dealt with...2020-06-191h 52WhoDatJedi PodcastRebels Season 1 and Star Wars crossovers: Is this the way?On the 31st episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- dig into Season 1 of "Star Wars Rebels," the animated series that takes place between Episodes III & IV. They talk about how good of a job the first season does of pulling viewers in right away, establishing its characters (and developing them), and pulling in existing characters. On that last point, they also discuss a rumored crossover movie involving a few fan favorites, and why that may NOT be the best concept to pursue. There's lots...2020-06-122h 09WhoDatJedi PodcastOur big Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) show!It's the 30th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast! On this episode, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by special guest Scott Colesby (@ScottColesby) to celebrate and discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which Aaron JUST finished watching. They share their thoughts on the whole giant experiment starting with what a surprise the first "Ironman" was, and how well the story ultimately paid off in "Avengers: End Game." How does the series compare to the Star Wars saga? They offer some thoughts on that and also share their Top 3...2020-06-051h 40WhoDatJedi PodcastWhy you should be watching 'Star Wars Rebels' (no spoilers)As behind-the-scenes content from "The Mandalorian" continues to roll out, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- tackle that material, but they also turn their attention to another Star Wars animated series in the wake of the conclusion of "Clone Wars." On this, the 29th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, they devote much of the show to spoiler-free talk of "Rebels," the animated series that takes place post-Clone Wars prior to "A New Hope." What are the strengths of the show? Why should people watch? Why are these characters so c...2020-05-291h 26WhoDatJedi PodcastLive movie discussion: 'The Empire Strikes Back'On this, the 28th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- celebrate the 40th anniversary of "The Empire Strikes Back" with a live, running commentary track of the movie (because everyone loves the people who talk through the whole movie). They really try to tackle the question of why Gen X in particular has such an affinity for this movie, how it succeeds (and even how it sometimes fails), what its impact and relation to the rest of the series is, and how it reads...2020-05-222h 08WhoDatJedi PodcastIn defense of the Star Wars Expanded UniverseOn the 27th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by special guest Michelle Hunter (@MichelleHunter), a crime reporter for The Times-Picayune | New Orleans Advocate (and a Star Wars super fan). After discussing the latest "Mandalorian" news and notes, they get into some of the more hilarious stories Michelle has covered (including a wacky Star Wars-related one) before settling into some good old Expanded Universe discussion. When Disney decided to move away from the old EU and rebrand it as "Legends" material in...2020-05-151h 45WhoDatJedi PodcastAn emotional ending to The Clone WarsEnd, The Clone Wars have. On the 26th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- react to an event-filled May the Fourth. That day featured several big news drops (including the confirmation of Taika Waititi helming a new Star Wars film), the debut of a behind-the-scenes docu-series about "The Mandalorian" called "Disney Gallery," and of course the emotional final episode of "The Clone Wars." What does the "Clone Wars" ultimately tell us about Star Wars' past -- does it enhance the material (especially the prequels) t...2020-05-082h 00WhoDatJedi PodcastThe wild world of Star Wars Lego collectingJust in time for May the Fourth, your WhoDatJedi podcast hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by special guest Chuck Layman (@DrJaxNole) to discuss the colorful and fascinating world of Star Wars Lego collecting. In addition to some initial "Clone Wars" talk, the group dives into the history of this particular collecting niche and get into the psychology of what makes it a fun hobby today. What are the benefits of collecting? You might know some of the basics already (those are covered for newbies like Dave), but...2020-05-011h 47WhoDatJedi PodcastThe best musical moments in Star WarsAs we mourn the cancellation of Jazz Fest on the 24th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- tackle the important question of what musical moments in Star Wars hit the hardest. Where do the musical wizardry of John Williams and the film-making talents of the various Star Wars directors mesh gorgeously, either in elevating scenes that might not have worked otherwise or in making the already great into something sublime. We each name our three favorite moments, list a ton of alternates, and basically j...2020-04-241h 30WhoDatJedi PodcastThe greatest Star Wars video games of all timeOn this, the 23rd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- continue along with Aaron's journey through the MCU, including his surprising feelings about "The Avengers," cover the usual trivia and news, but spend the lion's share of the show discussing their picks for the top Star Wars video games of all time. From the old Star Wars arcade cabinets, to the PC and Nintendo offerings, up to the more modern entries in the gaming universe, they cover pretty much the entire history of Star...2020-04-171h 47WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat was it like experiencing Star Wars for the first time (and why can't Star Wars recapture that feeling)?On the 22nd episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by another special guest, Aaron's older brother Brian. He offers a new perspective for the show, specifically what it was like to be a 10-year-old when the first Star Wars movie came out. He discusses that experience and offers his thoughts on the newer material in the saga. The group also talks about Ahsoka's growing prominence in the universe and debuts a new feature: Aaron finally watches it. For this initial installment, they...2020-04-101h 29WhoDatJedi PodcastWomen in STEM; Women in Star WarsYour WhoDatJedi podcast hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- are joined by special guest Holly Griffith (@absolutspacegrl), an engineer at NASA, on this 21st episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast. The discussion centers on women in STEM, including how far our society still has to go in this regard, how NASA and Star Wars have some fun connections, as well as some of the key women in Star Wars (spoiler alert: we MIGHT talk about Leia and Ahsoka some).
If you like what you hear, be sure to click t...2020-04-031h 34WhoDatJedi PodcastWhat are the best Star Wars references in other movies/TV?On this 20th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcost, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- firstly address some interesting canceled projects as well as some pretty major "The Mandalorian" casting news before going down the pop culture rabbit hole in trying to identify -- with our audience's help -- what the best Star Wars references in other works are. Everything from Spaceballs and Kevin Smith to animated stuff like Family Guy and Futurama gets covered. Did we miss something you love? Get at us on social and let us know!2020-03-271h 25WhoDatJedi Podcast'The Rise of Skywalker' digital release review and going 'Solo'On this, the 19th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- get in the spirit of being at home in isolation by going "Solo," taking a closer look at everyone's favorite scoundrel. What are their favorite Han moments, what did they think of how his story was wrapped up, and is there hope for future Solo stories? Aaron also reviews "The Rise of Skywalker" home digital release, Dave waxes poetic on Daniel Jose' Older's Solo-inspired novel, "Last Shot," and everyone participates in an expanded game...2020-03-201h 33WhoDatJedi PodcastFun with news: Coronavirus, Kevin Smith, Clone Wars and High RepublicYour WhoDatJedi podcast hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- kick off Episode 18 speaking to Coronavirus and some of its implications (including the impending marathon watches of "The Rise of Skywalker"), as well as a little Kevin Smith (as big a Star Wars fan as any) talk. They then turn their talk toward the first three episodes of Season 7 of "The Clone Wars." Is "the bad batch" a welcome diversion or a more critical piece of the overall story? And where are we headed next? Finally, there's a little High Republic...2020-03-131h 25WhoDatJedi PodcastGalaxy's Edge extravaganzaOn this 17th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcost, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- talk Galaxy's Edge, the (relatively) new theme park land at Disney Land and Disney World. Dave took his family to Orlando over Mardi Gras break, so he gets into some of the nitty gritty, talks about the overall experience, and answers questions from Aaron and Fredo. What's it like to ride in the Millennium Falcon? Is building a lightsaber a near religious experience? And what the heck is going on with the new ride Rise...2020-03-061h 33WhoDatJedi PodcastA New Hope: Virtual disasterYour WhoDatJedi hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- set their sights backward on today's episode (No. 16) to talk about "A New Hope," specifically about what a disaster the film nearly was. Leaning into documentaries such as "Empire of Dreams" -- a must-watch for anyone curious about the making of the original Star Wars, by the way -- they discuss how the film could have looked vastly different, how it would have been received differently if released at another time, and what it actually has in common with the newest Star...2020-02-211h 08WhoDatJedi PodcastFun with rumors: Taika Waititi, 'The Mandalorian' spinoffs, Cassian overdrive, and the return of George Lucas?On the 15th episode of WhoDatJedi, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- engage in some good old fashioned rumor mongering! Discussion starts with Taika Waititi's comments about potentially directing a Star Wars film, turns toward Bob Iger's statement that Disney is pursuing "The Mandalorian" spinoffs, and finally wraps with reports on the new Cassian Andor series ... including the news that the series is being prioritized over the Obi-Wan series and the unsubstantiated reports that George Lucas is returning to Star Wars as a writer and producer on the Cassian...2020-02-141h 09WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Clone Wars: Why (and how) you should watch!Your WhoDatJedi hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- dedicate their 14th episode to "The Clone Wars," the Star Wars animated series created by George Lucas and helmed by Dave Filoni (he of "The Mandalorian" fame). With a new, final, seventh season set to debut on Disney+ Feb. 21, and with the show having so many tie-ins to other Star Wars material (from "Rise of Skywalker" to "Solo" to "The Mandalorian"), now is a great time to review what's come before. They review their favorite moments and character arcs, offer their recommendations...2020-02-071h 26WhoDatJedi PodcastStar Wars Mardi Gras: Intergalactic Krewe of ChewbacchusIntergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus overlords Aryanna Gamble and Brooke Ethridge join your regular hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- on this 13th episode of the WhoDatJedi podcast. And yes, there is a Mardi Gras parade dedicated to Star Wars. Mardi Gras is here, and it's a major part of the culture in New Orleans. This episode examines the intersection of Mardi Gras and nerd culture with the stewards of the biggest nerd parade in town. They share some of the history and new features of Chewbacchus. And whether you've lived he...2020-01-281h 07WhoDatJedi PodcastThe Rise of Skywalker and legacy (and looking ahead to The Mandalorian Season 2)On the 12th episode of WhoDatJedi, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- begin the show looking ahead to season 2 of "The Mandalorian" and what new characters and plot lines we might expect to see. The conversation then turns to "The Rise of Skywalker" and the script leak of what was the original Episode IX. There's some good and some bad in there, but it also calls to mind a natural question: Does what we eventually got make sense? How does "Rise" connect to the other movies in the trilogy a...2020-01-241h 35WhoDatJedi PodcastLooking for Leia and The Rise of Skywalker: Looking for what worksOn the 11th episode of WhoDatJedi, your hosts -- Aaron Svoboda (@Aaron_Svoboda), Alfredo Narvaez (@NOLA_Fredo) and David Gladow (@davegladow) -- look for "Rise of Skywalker" answers while "Looking for Leia." They begin their discussion by highlighting the new docu-series (available on SyFy Network and YouTube) that gives voice to female and non-binary Star Wars fans before changing gears and giving 3 good things, 2 bad things, and 1 thing they have questions about with "Rise of Skywalker." Topics include the action beats, the cinematography, the Emperor, "the kiss," and much more!
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